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Do GOOD Unto Others
Melissa Webster
November 19, 2008
No matter what your religious or spiritual philosophy, we can all agree that increasing the goodness of the world around us is a priority. The Jewish faithful practice Tikkun Olam—the belief that we must always look outside our selfish nature to serve each other and the greater community, and repair the greater world. The power to serve is within each of us and as we join together, the spirit of unity and healing will be strengthened. We can volunteer at homeless shelters, donate to charity, shop local, eat a simple meal for Thanksgiving, recycle and donate to a worthy cause as a Christmas gift. Regardless of how much (or how little) time or money we have, all these acts are attainable. Let’s make this holiday season a little more perfect by putting Tikkun Olam into practice.
For ideas and help for the holiday season, be sure to check out the JFP's new GOOD Blog, and research Jackpedia to look for local charities that need your help.
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posted by Tom Head on 11/21/08 at 07:31 PM
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Jan 09, 2009 | 06:18 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
ladd: Yes, I want him healthy, too. And I want him to stand trial.
Jan 09, 2009 | 05:26 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
Brian C Johnson: Not to be crass, but when I saw the earlier version, I thought that the mayor was availing himself of the last available means of escape. I hope that Mayor Melton ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 05:16 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
ladd: We've updated it above. There are bizarrely conflicting reports from real sources on his condition. But this is where it stands now.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:45 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
Concerned in Jacktown: i think this is a non story... check out wapt.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:38 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
Queen601: I agree God does need to help you.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:15 PM
Mayoral Candidate Announces First "Jackson Speaks"
NewJackson: Didn't hohrn support the civil rights building being put at tougaloo, i like his fire and passion but he has to explain that one to me.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:14 PM
Mayoral Candidate Announces First "Jackson Speaks"
Jennifer2: I thought one of the news stations reported that four people had filed qualifying papers. Whitlow is the candidate who released a platform saying he will announce ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:09 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
NewJackson: Iam sorry people and God needs to help me on this one i have little sympathy for Frank Melton. He lies and i care more about the city of jacksons failing health than ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:00 PM
AG: Entergy Admits to Over-charging Mississippians
gwilly: Can we trust an energy company that lies to it's customers? This is the same company that just last year won approval to have us poor fools pay to build a nuclear ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 03:59 PM
[Editorial] Feds Need to Clean Corrupt House
Brian C Johnson: I missed this juicy bit the first time around. So the king-maker has been busted down to private--er, given a dishonorable discharge--er, put out to pasture--or ...
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
ladd: Yes, I want him healthy, too. And I want him to stand trial.
Jan 09, 2009 | 05:26 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
Brian C Johnson: Not to be crass, but when I saw the earlier version, I thought that the mayor was availing himself of the last available means of escape. I hope that Mayor Melton ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 05:16 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
ladd: We've updated it above. There are bizarrely conflicting reports from real sources on his condition. But this is where it stands now.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:45 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
Concerned in Jacktown: i think this is a non story... check out wapt.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:38 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
Queen601: I agree God does need to help you.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:15 PM
Mayoral Candidate Announces First "Jackson Speaks"
NewJackson: Didn't hohrn support the civil rights building being put at tougaloo, i like his fire and passion but he has to explain that one to me.
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:14 PM
Mayoral Candidate Announces First "Jackson Speaks"
Jennifer2: I thought one of the news stations reported that four people had filed qualifying papers. Whitlow is the candidate who released a platform saying he will announce ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:09 PM
UPDATE: Mayor Melton Released from Hospital
NewJackson: Iam sorry people and God needs to help me on this one i have little sympathy for Frank Melton. He lies and i care more about the city of jacksons failing health than ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 04:00 PM
AG: Entergy Admits to Over-charging Mississippians
gwilly: Can we trust an energy company that lies to it's customers? This is the same company that just last year won approval to have us poor fools pay to build a nuclear ...
Jan 09, 2009 | 03:59 PM
[Editorial] Feds Need to Clean Corrupt House
Brian C Johnson: I missed this juicy bit the first time around. So the king-maker has been busted down to private--er, given a dishonorable discharge--er, put out to pasture--or ...
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