Jul. 11, 2010
Throughout much of the program, students participated in the planning and implementation of activities. Havdalah and the closing programs were no exception. Following our dinner in fine style in the famous Tujague’s Restaurant in the French Quarter, we gathered back at the hotel for Havdalah.
The wine, spices and candle symbolize marking the difference between the Shabbat and the rest of the week. For us, this ceremony symbolized the difference between when we first gathered as individuals and our coming together as a kehillah kedosha, a holy community. As the students shared their special memories, we all reflected on the powerful transformation which occurred within the past two weeks and all the wonderful recollections we will take home with us.
We shared Mitzvah-gram messages of positive wishes with each other and anonymously praised those whose special qualities touched our lives. Staff members entertained with a rousing version of our NFTY Mitzvah Corps theme song to the music of Katy Perry’s California Girls (see lyrics below).
We topped off the evening with a make your own sundae spread replete with a large assortment of toppings. Our final Laila Tov was punctuated with a poignant version of the uttering the Shema.
Heartfelt thanks to all; Mission Accomplished. Signing out for the MCS 2010
Ellyn, Dean, Daniel and Jessica
MCS Theme Song
I know some teens
Who were looking for adventure
Came to New Orleans
‘Cause there was something under water
Tikun olam
We like to follow the commandments
We get it done
Because we’ve got the right connections
You can repair the world
But nothing comes close to the Gulf Coast
Once you party with us
You’ll be fallin’ in love
Oh, Ooh
NFTY Mitzvah Corps it’s unforgettable
Jewish teens
We’ve got it on lock
NFTY mitzvah Corps it’s undeniable
N O (New Orleans) , N O
NFTY Mitzvah Corps we’re so responsible
Lower 9th with work gloves on hands
Kingsley House
Those kids are so adorable
N O NO
Tunes in the cars
We’re really blowin’ out the speakers
Hot summer days
Can we go to the Creole Creamery
You can repair the world
But nothing comes close to the Gulf Coast
Once you party with us
You’ll be fallin’ in love
Oh, Ooh
NFTY Mitzvah Corps it’s unforgettable
Jewish teens
We’ve got it on lock
NFTY mitzvah Corps it’s undeniable
N O , N O
NFTY Mitzvah Corps we’re so responsible
Lower 9th with work gloves on hands
Kingsley House
Those kids are so adorable
N O NO
Jazz in the air
Street musicians down on Bourbon
Friends from everywhere
We’re makin’ memories forever.
You can repair the world
But nothing comes close to the Gulf Coast
Once you party with us
You’ll be fallin’ in love
Oh, Ooh
NFTY Mitzvah Corps it’s unforgettable
Jewish teens
We’ve got it on lock
NFTY mitzvah Corps it’s undeniable
N O , N O
NFTY Mitzvah Corps we’re so responsible
Lower 9th with work gloves on hands
Kingsley House
Those kids are so adorable
N O NO
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