The paper for the workshop of Rick Moreno, Divinity School, entitled “Presence in Creation,” is now available for download HERE.

The workshop will take place on Monday, February 27th, @12pm, in Swift Hall, rm. 200.

See you all there!

.  The Workshop will take place on Monday, February 27th, @12pm, in Swift Hall, rm. 200.

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Heroin

Heroin is among the most damaging and addictive recreational drugs used, and withdrawal symptoms for addicts can be severe. Many famous musicians and actors have died from heroin overdoses. Treatment can be a long and difficult process for addicts to undergo. For this reason, counseling is an essential component of any comprehensive treatment strategy.

Therapy

Most harm reduction models involve some form of therapy as being potentially beneficial to clients trying to overcome drug dependency. Overcoming dependency can be a steep uphill battle, so many patients rely upon counselors to help them climb the stairway to sobriety.

Rehab

Many addicts who have gone through treatment can share their stories of recovery. Drug rehab clinics have helped many people resume normal lives after falling prey to drug addiction. Successful recoveries are the reason many clinics continue, and as more addicts recover, they in turn can help other addicts overcome their addictions.

Therapy

There are many different methods of treatment. Some or effective for some people and not for others, so many times the process involves some trial and error. Cognitive Behavior Therapy is one model that is sometimes used to treat clients, but there are many other cognitive models that are used as well.

Withdrawal

Many individuals going through treatment programs may experience acute withdrawal symptoms. Some of these people may need to stay in residential care facilities for their safety. Other people who are less severely addicted might benefit more from outpatient programs. With outpatient therapy they may be able to work a job as they undergo treatment.

Life After Addiction

Individuals who recover from addiction can go on to lead healthy and productive lives. Many people who have been through heroin rehabilitation facilities come out clean and rebuild their lives from the ground up. Residential treatment programs and outpatient programs enable these individuals to make life changing alterations that help them overcome the grip of drug dependency. Individuals who have recovered often are able to help other individuals begin their own recoveries.

Early Passports

Throughout the War of Independence it was American consular officials who decided which citizens of the colonies were given passports. These first passports were small pieces of paper that displayed a description of the carrier, and were only valid for three to six months at a time. Benjamin Franklin, who was the minister to France at the time, planned that the first American passports look similar to French passports.

Department of State

The Department of Foreign Affairs was in charge of issuing passports up until 1789. It was that year the name of the department was changed to the Department of State. They were in charge of all foreign relations, and until the mid-nineteenth century, had many domestic duties as well. During World War I having a passport became a requirement that was put into place by an executive order. However, there was no authority ever given to anyone to enforce that requirement.

Passport Laws

From 1921 to 1941 there was no necessary requirement for a passport under United States law. It was not until World War II (1939-1945) that the Travel Control Act was written. This act made it illegal to enter or vacate the United States without having an issued passport. This act came at a time when international travel was becoming more mainstream.

Passport Styles

The physical design and contents of American passports have changed a few times over the years. For example, in 1926 passports had a stiff red cover. Then in 1941 they switched to green covers. In order to celebrate the US bicentennial in 1976 passports were given blue covers. In 1981, America became the very first country to have machine-readable passports. Now, all United States passports have digital photos as well.

Processing Passports

Regularly, to get a children’s pasportt takes about four to six weeks. However, there are many different ways to expedite the process. Companies are able to offer expedition after having registered with the Department of State’s National Hand Courier Program. These companies are held to a very strict code of conduct. All employees who handle passport applications are mandated to have complete background screenings. Also, these companies must follow guidelines to safeguard passport applicant’s personal information

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A Jewish Star Singing Competition has released the names of the top 16 vote-getters for season 3. Next week judges Avraham Fried, Eli Gerstner, Yossi Greenand Mendy Pellin will choose from them the semi-finalists who will perform live at the finale in Brooklyn College.

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I created a new learn Hebrew video called Hotel Check-In.

You can view the video on the website at:
www.in-hebrew.co.il/videos/index.html
or
directly on Youtube at:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWNaBXaEMOk

If you enjoy the video, please share it with friends and
give it a “like” on Youtube. Thanks!

Have a good day,
Jacob

Good News from Israel

The Pester Rebba Yoely lebowitz will be releasing his third album  the Pesterized  will be available Feb 23rd. Distributed by Aderet Music. More details to come!

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