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What’s in a Parsha?

February 15, 2019

If you are a regular shul goer, you may not have been surprised to hear the recent Pew Study. Essentially, it says that shul goers are 11% more likely than …

Being a Community of Inclusion

February 8, 2019

I have learned disabilities are sometimes obvious and other times hidden.  Crutches and wheelchairs are external indicators of physical differences.  As a community we have been diligent to design spaces …

Religious Architecture

February 1, 2019

This week is the fourth week of the month. For Reflections Off the Bimah, the fourth week features thought leaders drawn from throughout the Jewish world. These special posts give you …

All in the Same Boat

January 25, 2019

A few days ago, we observed the birthday of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.  His vision for America and humanity continues to resonate even as we continue to fall too …

Meditating with Teens

January 11, 2019

Meditating with Teens A couple of teens rushed up to me at the last second and asked if I still had space in the class. Pleasantly surprised, I scribbled their …