Pushing Hatred Out of the Civic Mainstream
This election once again brought anti-Semitism, racism, xenophobia, and misogyny to the foreground of American politics and, it is up to us to push them out of the mainstream of our civic life.
In the Absence of Wholeness, God Cries With Us
At the ancient Temple, our rabbis warned us about unchecked hatred. Recently at this very site, I shoved and pushed to protect others from such hate.
How Your Congregation Can Achieve Success on #GivingTuesday
Begun on November 27, 2012, #GivingTuesday was created by the team at the Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact at the 92nd Street Y as an antidote to the conspicuous consumption of its counterparts, Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Beginning with 2,500 organizations, #GivingTuesday’s popularity has skyrocketed and last year 27,000 different organizations participated. This year, #GivingTuesday falls on November 29th.
Here are seven tips to get your congregation’s community involved in the year’s biggest day of giving.
5 Important Skills for Youth in the 21st Century
The recent election cycle has been a reminder of the important work we do in helping the next generation navigate a complex world. In times of rapid change, our youth need more than traditional learning to truly thrive. So, what does it take?
How to Put a Unique Jewish Stamp on Your American Thanksgiving
Consider the themes Thanksgiving inspires: remembrance, appreciation of blessings, family, togetherness, food, and a celebration of freedom. Could these things be any more Jewish?!
In Afghanistan, I Started Praying Before I Traveled
In 2005-2006, I worked in Afghanistan, and to get to work, I had to travel on one of the most dangerous roads in the world. This is when I started praying for safe travels.
The Best Gift My Parents Ever Gave Me
I cite my parents’ decision to raise a Jewish family as my gift of a lifetime because of the astronomical impact it has had on my life thus far.
Using Our Heritage to Find a Cure for Parkinson's Disease
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and – in honor of the one million people living with Parkinson’s disease in the United States – I want to share my story.
The Missouri Reform Jew Who Contributed to Israel's Founding
President Truman’s prompt recognition of the state of Israel in 1948 might not have happened without Eddie Jacobson, a little-known Reform Jew from Kansas City, Missouri.
There's More Than One Way to Spell Shalom
More than peace, shalom means well-being, health, wholeness, and prosperity. How can we achieve this precious blessing in our lives – for our loved ones and ourselves?