May is Jewish American Heritage Month and for the second year in a row, the first Wednesday in May is Jewish American Heritage Day here in Suffolk County.
A wonderful gathering took place this past Wednesday and I was honored to give the invocation and share a blessing of Jewish unity along with my colleague, Rabbi Helayne Shalhevet of Temple Beth Emeth.
Please find here the text of the Unity Prayer and some pictures from the event:
Eternal One, As we gather to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, we give thanks for the rich tapestry of Jewish life— a story of resilience, faith, and contribution woven into the fabric of this nation. Bless the Jewish people in America, in Israel, and around the world with unity of spirit and strength of purpose. May our love for one another and our shared heritage transcend borders and generations. We give thanks for the ability to practice our Judaism each in our own way, freely in our country, yet united as one Jewish people. Our lives are enriched through being a part of the American Jewish community. We honor the enduring dream of Zion— a homeland reborn in love, sacrifice, and courage. May our connection to Israel, the heart of the Jewish people, continue to inspire pride, responsibility, and hope. Reunite the families of the 59 hostages remaining in Gaza with their loved ones they have waited for these past 579 days. Bring them home now! Let us walk together, proud of our past, united in our present, and committed to a future of harmony, justice, and peace. Amen. | 
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