Celebrating Israel's Foundational Values
This Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day – May 11-12), there is so much to celebrate. We celebrate the 68th birthday of a thriving, Jewish and democratic state in our historic homeland.
How to Help Victims of the Alberta Wildfires
Donations are being accepted by the Jewish Federations of Canada – UIA Alberta Fire Relief Fund. Here's how to donate.
What’s a Parent to Do?
At Temple Kol Tikvah, we have expanded the b’nai mitzvah experience from one day to four years.
A Jewish Teen's Coming-Out Speech Goes Viral
Ari Mosbacher came out at a kallah (retreat) hosted by NFTY, the Reform Jewish youth movement. We sat down with him and his prom date, Mark, to talk about coming out, finding support in their Jewish community, and how it feels to become Internet famous.
How to Help Victims of the Alberta Wildfires
The wildfires raging in Ft. McMurray, Alberta, have caused devastation throughout the community. More than 80,000 people have been evacuated and families have lost their homes.
How to Stay Connected to Your Youth While They’re Away this Summer
May is a busy month as we wind down the school year and gear up for summer. Build on the energy and relationships you created this year using these 10 suggestions for staying connected to your youth while they’re away.
How to Find Peace and Wholeness on Two Wheels
Although May is National Bike Month, cities across North America will celebrate Bike to Work Day – an annual reminder that we can leave our cars at home during the warmer months – on various days throughout the spring and summer. In Denver, where I live, Bike to Work Day will take place on Wednesday, June 22. Regardless of the date, though, I regularly head to my office at Temple Emanuel, knowing my trusty 1984 Bridgestone will get me there.
What do the United States, Papua New Guinea and Oman have in Common?
Of 185 nations, the United States is part of a small group of three, alongside Papua New Guinea and Oman.
The Struggle for Pluralism at the Kotel Continues
Three times a year – on Sukkot, Pesach and Shavuot – tens of thousands of men gather at the Western Wall to hear Birkat Kohanim, the
The Sound of Silence: My Musical Mode for Victoria Day
The relationship between music and time has always played an integral role in my life. As a cantor, I chant particular nusachaot (traditional musical modes) to alert the community to specific times in the calendar. The melodies tell my congregation not only the time of year, but also the time of day. For example, the nusach of this niggun (wordless melody) foreshadows the High Holidays just as the chromatic, haunting tones of Kol Nidre usher in Yom Kippur.