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How do I talk to my kids about the current situation in Israel?
A few years ago, an Israeli rabbinic student, Alona Nir, was visiting with Reform Jewish teen leaders. Alona showed the teens a short video of Israeli school children participating in an air raid drill.
Life as a Banquet: A Thanksgiving Prayer
This original prayer is a reminder to all of us to rejoice in life's blessings and to share the bounty of God's gifts.
Kindling the Lights of Peace: A Meditation for Shabbat Candle-Lighting
After lighting the Sabbath candles,
many people wave their hands in a circular motion three times
and bring their hands to their face when finished.
A beautiful interpretation of this practice
is that it helps us bring the light and peace of Shabbat
into our neshamahs, our homes, and our families.
A Prayer for After Elections
There was that moment at the Red Sea when our people despaired like never before. Looking behind, the people saw an enemy coming for them. Looking ahead, the waters seemed ready to swallow them up.
A Prayer for the State of Israel, Her People and Soldiers, and for the Innocent Among the Palestinian People
Eternal God, receive our prayers for the peace and security of the State of Israel and its people.
A Prayer for the Anniversary of September 11th
Eternal God, Source and Creator of Life; From the depths we have called to You and we call to You again for courage, strength and wisdom on this anniversary of our nation's tragedy.
A Prayer for Israel
In this sacred moment, give us hope for Israel and her future.
Renew our wonder at the miracle of the Jewish State.