Death and Mourning

Prayers After Terror

As we mourn lives lost and changed forever by terror, we pray for the victims and for the future of our country. Here are a few prayers (including transliteration) and poems to help us find the right words to speak to God about our grief.

Death and Mourning

Songs for Healing: Music to Listen to After Tragedy

Cantor Rosalie Will

The music of our Jewish tradition and others can bring us comfort and, at the same time, strengthen our resolve to continue to support one another.

Death and Mourning

I’m planning an unveiling. What do I need to know?

Rabbi Julie Zupan

My mother passed away in late November and I am planning the unveiling. I was thinking of a day in May, June, or July, and I think it should be a Sunday. Are there any specific times or dates I must avoid?

Death and Mourning

Is it appropriate to visit a grave on Passover?

According to Jewish custom, it is preferable to visit graves before a holiday, so that on the day of the holiday, we can focus attention on observing or celebrating.

The author and a songleader lead morning services from the front of an outdoor bimah

Death and Mourning

How a Parkland-Area Rabbi Found Space to Heal and Reflect

Rabbi Melissa Stollman

July 11, 2018

My renewed strength will fuel me as I return to Parkland this week to serve my congregants and community, and for that I cannot thank Kutz enough.

Death and Mourning

Prayers After Terror

Songs for Healing: Music to Listen to After Tragedy

I’m planning an unveiling. What do I need to know?

Is it appropriate to visit a grave on Passover?

How a Parkland-Area Rabbi Found Space to Heal and Reflect

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