Parashat KiTissa Cherub, Coin and Calf February 23, 2019 – 18 First Adar 5779 Dear Friends, Other than the letter “C” that stands at the beginning of the words: Cherub, Coin and Calf…What might connect these three words and, at the same time, reflect some of the wisdom of our Continue Reading »
Parashat Terumah Purposeful Presence… February 9, 2019 – 4 First Adar 5779 Dear Friends, Our chumash translates the Hebrew name of our weekly Torah portion: “Terumah” as: “gifts.” This is a fine translation, as long as one understands “gifts” as “contributions,” not simply “presents.” Our people were commanded to bring Continue Reading »
Parashat Mishpatim Shabbat Mevarekhim HaChodesh I Know How You Feel…. February 2, 2019 – 27 Shevat 5779 Dear Friends, How many times have we said to someone: “I know how you feel….”? This is such a simple phrase, yet so powerful. When we say it in a heartfelt way, Continue Reading »
Parashat B’Shalach Shabbat Shirah Faith, Fortitude and Freedom January 19, 2019 – 13 Shevat 5779 Dear Friends, MLK weekend coincides with Shabbat Shirah – the Shabbat when we read the amazing Song of the Sea! Our people experienced the miracle of the parting of the waters. Our people crossed the Red Continue Reading »
Parashat Bo Inclusive Communities January 12, 2019 – 6 Shevat 5779 Dear Friends, The wonder of Torah is its eternal relevance throughout the generations. This week’s Parsha reminds us of just how important it is for us to support inclusiveness in our communities. When Pharaoh said to Moses: “Okay, you go Continue Reading »
Parashat Vaera Shabbat Mevarekhim HaChodesh A True Test of Leadership January 5, 2019 – 28 Tevet 5779 Dear Friends, Whether we believe in miracles or not, and no matter how we define miracles, we are all aware that, for the most part, nature follows its “natural” course. And, as part of Continue Reading »
Parashat Shemot Guided by Goodness: A Blessing for 2019 December 29, 2018 – 21 Tevet 5779 Dear Friends, I take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a very happy and healthy 2019! May the wisdom of Torah infuse our lives in this coming year and bring us ever greater Continue Reading »
Parashat Shemot Guided by Goodness: A Blessing for 2019 December 29, 2018 – 21 Tevet 5779 Dear Friends, I take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a very happy and healthy 2019! May the wisdom of Torah infuse our lives in this coming year and bring us Continue Reading »
Parashat Vayigash Identity, Safety and Survival December 15, 2018 – 7 Tevet 5779 Dear Friends, There is so much that we can learn from Joseph… When Joseph revealed himself to his brothers in Egypt, he said: Ani Yosef [I am Joseph]. Retaining our identity is primary in life. Continue Reading »
Parashat Miketz Shabbat Rosh Chodesh Tevet – Day 1 Shabbat Chanukah – Day 6 Stronger Together December 8, 2018 – 30 Kislev 5779 Dear Friends, The slogans “Stronger Together” and “No Hate” have been front and center in our minds in recent weeks as we confronted rising incidents of overt antisemitism. These slogans represent sentiments Continue Reading »
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