Find Your Own Voice! Make Your own Decisions
There are always a lot of voices in our heads. Our own inner voice can be silenced by the voices of others that we hear.… Read More »Find Your Own Voice! Make Your own Decisions
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Preparing for Interviews: Do Your Homework
One of the things I have noticed as an employer who is in charge of hiring is the number of people who apply for a… Read More »Preparing for Interviews: Do Your Homework
Why Have a Coach?
Coaching for clergy and non-profit executives can make an incredible difference! One of the biggest issues among rabbis and ministers today that I hear about… Read More »Why Have a Coach?
Martini Judaism
I was so pleased to join my colleague Rabbi Jeff Salkin on his podcast “Martini Judaism” the other day with my wonderful co-author Rev. Dr.… Read More »Martini Judaism
Passover is almost Here
Passover is almost here. It is time to prepare family food favorites, get the Haggadot ready and of course clean out the chametz from our… Read More »Passover is almost Here
A Benediction for Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur
This past week I had the great honor of giving the benediction at the in district swearing in of our new California State Assembly member… Read More »A Benediction for Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur
What’s in a Name?
Last week the World Union for Progressive Judaism published my commentary on Parshat Shemot, the first Torah portion in the book of Exodus. Here is… Read More »What’s in a Name?
Queer Theology Podcast
I was honored to appear on this episode of the Queer Theology podcast with Brian G. Murphy and Father Shannon TL Kearns! Give a listen
Aseh l’cha Rav, Aseh L’cha Chaver: Get Yourself a Teacher, and Find a study Partner
My second day of Rosh Hashanah sermon continues my theme of reviewing the seven most important sermons that I have given through the years. As… Read More »Aseh l’cha Rav, Aseh L’cha Chaver: Get Yourself a Teacher, and Find a study Partner
Kadima: Forward
This Rosh Hashanah is my last as the Senior Rabbi of Congregation Kol Ami as I will retire next July 2023. Here is my sermon… Read More »Kadima: Forward