Reflections on Aging
My Prague Mitzvah
Retired Toronto executive David Kwechansky recalls the secret mitzvah mission he undertook to smuggle prayerbooks behind the Iron Curtain. [Read more…]
synagogue
Living Longer-Living Better
Guest Blog Post: Synagogue Friends
Sharon Siegel reflects on this season of continuing losses of loved ones and the memories and connections they represent. [Read more…]
Resource Articles
Virtual Services at Congregation M’kor Shalom, Cherry Hill, NJ
Rabbi Jennifer Frenkel, senior rabbi at Congregation M’kor Shalom in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, writes about the technological challenges of virtual worship. [Read more…]
Baby Boomer Bubbe
Did You Hear the One About Growing Up Across the Street from the Rabbi?
I was one of the lucky ones who grew up in a loving, happy, fun-filled home with little drama except for the Broadway musicals blaring from speakers that were the latest in sound technology and [Read more…]
Baby Boomer Bubbe
Sandy Taradash: Out of the Mouth of a Jewish Teen!
I recently had a date-night with my 14 year-old grandson, Jacob, on the occasion of his birthday. I thought it would be fun for just the two of us to take the train into San [Read more…]
D'vrei Torah
Who is your Person?
The URJ Biennial was an amazing conclave, several days of camaraderie and learning. It was powerful time reminding us that we are more than just ourselves; we belong to something greater, something that helps shape [Read more…]