Community Updates

Press

What Would Astonish a Time Traveler From 1975 About Your Denomination Today?

July 9, 2025

A journalist from Moment Magazine spoke with Rabbi Broitman and other contributors about how their denominations have evolved in the past 50 years, and how they continue to evolve every day.

Our Community

Shared Plates and Values

Chef Ting’s partnership with MVHC blends soulful and diverse foods, shared values, and deep community connections. This partnership has transformed gatherings and created a space where everyone feels seen, nourished, and truly welcomed.

Our Community

The Courage to Create: The Intriguing Career of MVHC Member and Artist Elizabeth Langer

We are proud to share the story of our member, Elizabeth Langer, a Jewish artist whose life’s work speaks to the pursuit of justice, resilience and creativity.

Letters from the Rabbi

Standing Against Antisemitic Terror in Boulder

Rabbi Broitman condemns the antisemetic attack in Boulder on June 1st and calls us to pray for the victims and stand together against hate.

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Shabbat by the Sea!

Friday night Shabbat by the Sea services are our favorite Summer tradition on the Vineyard. Here’s some helpful directions to where we meet on the beach. See you there!

Letters from the Rabbi

Shavuot Reflections

On the holiday commemorating the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai, Rabbi Broitman considers the teachings of the Torah in our context of 5785.

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Celebrating Max Jasny and Toni Kauffman… and Wishing Them a Wonderful Retirement!

This year, the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center said farewell to two remarkable members of our office staff: Max Jasny and Toni Kauffman.

Press

Vineyard faith leaders decry Island detentions

May 29, 2025

The MV Times highlights Rabbi Caryn Broitman’s pride in signing this letter to the editor in solidarity with the Martha’s Vineyard faith leaders.

Letters from the Rabbi

Heartbreaking News from Washington D.C.

We raise our voices against the murders of two Israeli Embassy employees in Washington D.C. and vow to honor their dedication to peace.

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