FREEHOLD, NJ — What began as a gloomy morning under a relentless downpour quickly gave way to clear skies, setting the stage for the third annual GunsNMoses barbecue. As cars made the trek from Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn out to Freehold, New Jersey, initial worries about turnout dissolved. Nearly 80 members arrived ready to connect, representing a rapidly expanding community that began with just three Jewish friends looking to shoot together and has since grown into a dedicated network of over 130 members.

The gathering reflected a broad and united cross-section of the Jewish community, bringing together Syrian Jews from Deal and Brooklyn alongside Ashkenazi members, ranging from secular to strictly observant. In the wake of rising antisemitism following October 7, the club’s mission has taken on deeper significance: empowering individuals with the skills, discipline, and confidence needed........

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