By Joshua J. Chinsky Conceptually, most people know that Jews serve in the American armed forces. And yet, to meet or know a Jewish service member first-hand, active or veteran, … Continued
What Do You Know About Jews Who Have Served Our Country?
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Parashat Vayera: What Can We Learn From Abraham About Tough Conversations?
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By Sue Gelsey Every family has its own customs for holiday gatherings and family dinners. These conventions clarify who hosts, who is invited, where people sit, and the general flow … Continued
Rabin’s Spirit of Hope and Unity Lives On
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By Leah Garber Today marks the 25th anniversary of the assassination of Israel’s Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. With his casual gaze and distinctive forelock (in his younger days), Rabin was … Continued
Parashat Lech L’cha: Even in a Pandemic, Go Have an Adventure
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By Mark S. Young Hold fast to dreams For if dreams die Life is a broken-winged bird That cannot fly.Hold fast to dreams For when dreams go Life is a … Continued
The Six Senses: Getting Through the Lockdown in Israel
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By Sara Sless I tried—I really did—to find something to write about that has nothing to do with COVID-19. It’s a bit like trying to have a Zoom call that … Continued
Parashat Noach: Why Was Noah’s Ark So Big?
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By Angela Tranquille We all know or have heard stories of people who have done wrong and gotten away with it. Stories range from minor offenses, such as stealing candy … Continued
How Are JCCs Celebrating National Jewish Book Month?
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By Jane E. Herman November is National Jewish Book Month, and in the age of COVID-19, here’s a sampling of how some Jewish Community Centers are developing new ways to … Continued
Parashat Bereshit: Planned Obsolescence?
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By Joanne Harmon This week’s Torah portion, Parashat Bereshit (Genesis 1:1 – 6:8), tells the Creation story. In it, God creates the world, the natural elements, animals, and humans—as conscience … Continued
What You Need to Know About Mutations in “Breast Cancer Genes”
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By Jane E. Herman “I call heaven and earth to witness against you this day: I have put before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life—if you and … Continued
To Begin Anew: A Timely and Timeless Gift
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By Jane E. Herman “God gave Adam a secret—and that secret was not how to begin, but how to begin again.” —Elie Wiesel We are in the midst of a … Continued