Lamentation from Both Sides of the Fence
Signs of hope for peace, for coexistence, are abundant in this city. What do we say to God in these moments of anguish?
The Universal Lessons of the Royal Wedding
My take away from the royal wedding: Despite the differences religions sometimes emphasize, a better future lies among the values, hopes, and aspirations we humans share.
Raising Resilient Teenagers: Resources That Can Help
During Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s remember that caring for each other is an integral Jewish value and no one should feel alone, especially when facing strife.
7 Jewish Essays to Help Us Remember Members of Our Military
Memorial Day isn’t a Jewish holiday but remembering and honoring fallen military is certainly a Jewish value. Let us remember those who gave their lives in battle.
5 Jewish Facts About the New Han Solo "Star Wars" Movie
A Prayer for the Poor People's Campaign
This blog post is adapted from the prayer offered by Rabbi Sachs-Kohen at the Maryland Poor People's Campaign on Monday, May 21st.
Eloheinu v’elohai avoteinu v’imoteinu, God of our fathers and our mothers.
How Shabbat Dinners Transformed a White Nationalist
Learn why an Orthodox Jewish student invited a fellow student, a known white nationalist, to Shabbat dinner in his dorm room…and what happened from there.
Philip Roth: An Appreciation of the Wicked Child
Now that Roth is dead, the American Jewish community, by virtue of the adjective “American,” can do what it always does: remake him in our image. Which is rather a shame.
Supporting Synagogue Leaders in Times of Sadness and Grief
We don’t often think about how our synagogue leaders stay fueled and energized – especially if they themselves are sad and grieving – to take such good care of us.