Joseph and his family
Parshat Vayigash Genesis 44:18-47:27 This dramatic Torah portion describes Joseph’s revelation to his brothers. Joseph is no stranger to revelations. He is a dreamer and… Read More »Joseph and his family
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The fire is out but the need is still there
The fire in Israel is out. But there are still thousands of people displaced from their homes. Israel was woefully unprepared to fight the massive… Read More »The fire is out but the need is still there
Israel Ablaze
Israel has experienced its worst fire ever. The Carmel Fire is a wildfire that has burned more than 50,000 dunams so far outside of Haifa.… Read More »Israel Ablaze
The Crosstown Rivalry
Today is THE GAME. The only one that matters. BCS be damned. Super Bowl? Feh! Today is the USC vs. UCLA crosstown rivalry game. Trojans… Read More »The Crosstown Rivalry
First Light One Light
Tonight is the first night of Chanukah. How will you bring light to this dark Kislev night? The first light of Chanukah ignites more than… Read More »First Light One Light
World AIDS Day 2010
Don’t forget World AIDS Day is Wednesday Dec. 1. It seems the world often does forget. It does forget those with HIV/AIDS. Whether in Africa,… Read More »World AIDS Day 2010
Synagogue Etiquette:To cover the head or not?
Increasingly I am seeing fewer people don a yarmulke/kippah or tallit during services. In our congregation like most we make them both available. Wearing a… Read More »Synagogue Etiquette:To cover the head or not?
Synagogue Etiquette redux
On this Shabbat morning a bit more about synagogue etiquette. This time actual sanctuary etiquette. There is a lot to remember about a synagogue service… Read More »Synagogue Etiquette redux
Tree
I have had the good fortune to have a tangerine tree nearby that has been bountiful with its tangerines. Overflowing actually. I have been feeding… Read More »Tree
What are You thankful for?
What are you Thankful for this week? Happy Thanksgiving all. On this day of gratitude I give thanks for my family in all the ways… Read More »What are You thankful for?