The Jewish Community Association of Austin (JCAA) supports an innovative community where Jewish living and learning can thrive. Located primarily on the 40-acre Dell Jewish Community Campus in Northwest Austin, the JCAA provides a vast array of services and programs, from enrichment opportunities for all ages to support services for families, from health- and wellness-oriented programming to global philanthropy.
An umbrella organization, the JCAA includes five main divisions: Jewish Federation of Greater Austin, the Jewish Community Center, Jewish Family Service (JFS), Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), and Jewish Life and Learning. These branches work together to comprehensively address the needs of Austin’s Jewish community in collaboration with area congregations, schools, and community organizations.
Everyday at the JCAA offers another opportunity to grow–as people, as families, as a community. We are a gathering place for our members, for the Austin Jewish community, and for the community as a whole. We are a center for Jewish living and learning. We are a shoulder to lean on for those in need.
We are the Jewish Community Association of Austin
Mission
The mission of the JCAA is to enhance the quality of Jewish life in the greater Austin area and around the world, through charitable, educational, social service, cultural, religious, and recreational endeavors.
Core Values
The operations of the JCAA shall be guided by the core Jewish values of tzedakah (justice, charity, righteousness), tikkun olam (repairing the world), and gemulat chassidim (acts of loving kindness). The JCAA connects individuals and families to Israel and the Jewish people, strengthens Jewish identity and commitment, and helps community members explore meaningful paths to Jewish living.
This is fallout from the proposed mosque at the Twin Tower Muslim attack site in NY. I notice the Japanese never built a temple at the Pearl Harbor attack site.
Why is there so much ignorance in these comments? Did you know the Muslims teach – kill Christians, suppress women’s rights, kill Muslims who become a Christians and other repressive teachings? Why would we want a group like that around our neighborhood?
Denying the truth will NOT make it go away. Learning the truth will set you free from ignorance. That is a great way to live. Try it, you will like it.
If they need to build a new islamic center then put it far away from the twin tower site. Try to build a synagogue near mecca and televise the anger and hostility it produces over there.
Obama says the war in Iraq is over. The Iraq people are giving a 21 thousand gun salute as soon as they leave, but they won’t aim upwards
michaeldugas you should read the Old Testament and study some Evangelical/Fundamental christian beliefs!
Maybe we don’t want that kind “around our neighborhood”.
Time you learned some truths.
The reason we are ok with muslim cultural center 2-1/2 blocks from twin tower site is we are SUPPOSED TO ALLOW RELIGIOUS freedom for all. We ARE NOT YET GOVERNED BY A RELIGIOUS LEADER!!! ALTHO SOME FUNDAMENTAL CHRISTIANS ARE TRYING FOR IT.
Hlp54: Actually I have read the Old Testament and the New Testament. In addition I am familiar with the beliefs of the groups you mentioned. Since you seem to not want this type of people in your neighborhood, I am wondering what type of neighborhood you live in or what are your religious beliefs.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM: According to our Constitution freedom of religion gives us the freedom to believe in a god of our choosing and the freedom to worship that god in the way we want. The only other element is the federal government is prohibited from establishing a state sponsored religion.
Having or not having the Muslim building near the Twin Tower location is not a freedom religion issue. The issue is does the building fit this neighborhood. Many people feel this would not be a good idea.
Hlp54: Actually I have read the Old Testament and the New Testament. In addition I am familiar with the beliefs of the groups you mentioned. Since you seem to not want this type of people in your neighborhood, I am wondering what type of neighborhood you live in or what are your religious beliefs.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM: According to our Constitution freedom of religion gives us the freedom to believe in a god of our choosing and the freedom to worship that god in the way we want. The only other element is the federal government is prohibited from establishing a state sponsored religion.
Having or not having the Muslim building near the Twin Tower location is not a freedom of religion issue. The issue is does the building fit this neighborhood. Many people feel this would not be a good idea.
WarBush almost 14 years ago
You know, the terrorist also had this mindset also.
Motivemagus almost 14 years ago
This story is appalling. Well, righties? Ready to defend a terrorist act against an inoffensive community center?
ANandy almost 14 years ago
Let’s let BozOTUS wade in with who acted stupidly. Another opportunity for a public beer.
SherriannPederson almost 14 years ago
Micheal Dell built:
The Jewish Community Association of Austin (JCAA) supports an innovative community where Jewish living and learning can thrive. Located primarily on the 40-acre Dell Jewish Community Campus in Northwest Austin, the JCAA provides a vast array of services and programs, from enrichment opportunities for all ages to support services for families, from health- and wellness-oriented programming to global philanthropy.
An umbrella organization, the JCAA includes five main divisions: Jewish Federation of Greater Austin, the Jewish Community Center, Jewish Family Service (JFS), Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), and Jewish Life and Learning. These branches work together to comprehensively address the needs of Austin’s Jewish community in collaboration with area congregations, schools, and community organizations.
Everyday at the JCAA offers another opportunity to grow–as people, as families, as a community. We are a gathering place for our members, for the Austin Jewish community, and for the community as a whole. We are a center for Jewish living and learning. We are a shoulder to lean on for those in need.
We are the Jewish Community Association of Austin
Mission The mission of the JCAA is to enhance the quality of Jewish life in the greater Austin area and around the world, through charitable, educational, social service, cultural, religious, and recreational endeavors.
Core Values The operations of the JCAA shall be guided by the core Jewish values of tzedakah (justice, charity, righteousness), tikkun olam (repairing the world), and gemulat chassidim (acts of loving kindness). The JCAA connects individuals and families to Israel and the Jewish people, strengthens Jewish identity and commitment, and helps community members explore meaningful paths to Jewish living.
Dtroutma almost 14 years ago
Owned and developed by a Jew. Wow! Any irony there? When will andy pull his head out of his BOZOTUSH?
kreole almost 14 years ago
This is fallout from the proposed mosque at the Twin Tower Muslim attack site in NY. I notice the Japanese never built a temple at the Pearl Harbor attack site.
charliekane almost 14 years ago
Park 51 is not at the trade center site.
pirate227 almost 14 years ago
^ And there are Shinto shrines near Pearl Harbor.
ChukLitl Premium Member almost 14 years ago
Ignorance begot fear, which begot hate. Can the lion please lie down with the lamb? More likely than donkeys & elephants.
PlainBill almost 14 years ago
ChuckLit,
When the lion lies down with the lamb, only the lion is likely to get up again.
As far as elephants and donkeys; well, the ‘elephants’ already lying….
michaeldugas almost 14 years ago
Why is there so much ignorance in these comments? Did you know the Muslims teach – kill Christians, suppress women’s rights, kill Muslims who become a Christians and other repressive teachings? Why would we want a group like that around our neighborhood?
Denying the truth will NOT make it go away. Learning the truth will set you free from ignorance. That is a great way to live. Try it, you will like it.
jamesweld almost 14 years ago
If they need to build a new islamic center then put it far away from the twin tower site. Try to build a synagogue near mecca and televise the anger and hostility it produces over there. Obama says the war in Iraq is over. The Iraq people are giving a 21 thousand gun salute as soon as they leave, but they won’t aim upwards
Henrie almost 14 years ago
michaeldugas you should read the Old Testament and study some Evangelical/Fundamental christian beliefs! Maybe we don’t want that kind “around our neighborhood”. Time you learned some truths. The reason we are ok with muslim cultural center 2-1/2 blocks from twin tower site is we are SUPPOSED TO ALLOW RELIGIOUS freedom for all. We ARE NOT YET GOVERNED BY A RELIGIOUS LEADER!!! ALTHO SOME FUNDAMENTAL CHRISTIANS ARE TRYING FOR IT.
michaeldugas almost 14 years ago
Hlp54: Actually I have read the Old Testament and the New Testament. In addition I am familiar with the beliefs of the groups you mentioned. Since you seem to not want this type of people in your neighborhood, I am wondering what type of neighborhood you live in or what are your religious beliefs.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM: According to our Constitution freedom of religion gives us the freedom to believe in a god of our choosing and the freedom to worship that god in the way we want. The only other element is the federal government is prohibited from establishing a state sponsored religion.
Having or not having the Muslim building near the Twin Tower location is not a freedom religion issue. The issue is does the building fit this neighborhood. Many people feel this would not be a good idea.
michaeldugas almost 14 years ago
Hlp54: Actually I have read the Old Testament and the New Testament. In addition I am familiar with the beliefs of the groups you mentioned. Since you seem to not want this type of people in your neighborhood, I am wondering what type of neighborhood you live in or what are your religious beliefs.
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM: According to our Constitution freedom of religion gives us the freedom to believe in a god of our choosing and the freedom to worship that god in the way we want. The only other element is the federal government is prohibited from establishing a state sponsored religion.
Having or not having the Muslim building near the Twin Tower location is not a freedom of religion issue. The issue is does the building fit this neighborhood. Many people feel this would not be a good idea.
pbarnrob almost 14 years ago
You forgot the crisped and melted tires… or is this image taken from a ‘news’ photo?