As we stand together at the threshold of 5787, we pause to reflect, pray, and offer blessings for ourselves, our communities, our clergy and service leaders, and our world.
Community
The Threads That Connect Us
What do we need to release—and what do we need to hold onto? This week, Parashat Ki Teitzei, the Elul practice of RELEASE, and an extraordinary response from the Jewish community remind me that we are individual threads woven into something much larger.
Healing Light
In this deeply personal reflection on Parashat Beha’alotecha, I write about finding strength in overwhelming times, praying for healing for those I love, and the sacred call to create communities of dignity, blessing, and belonging during Pride Month.
Journey Towards Revelation
As Shavuot leads us back to Sinai and Parashat Naso offers the timeless words of the Priestly Blessing, I’m sharing original prayers, artwork, and a reflection on what it means to receive blessing—and become a blessing. I’m also highlighting ZenScribe, a beautiful and easy way to create personalized Judaic certificates, with a 30% discount through the end of May.
Invitation to Distinguish
Reflections on Parashat Shemini, Gevurah, Havdalah and Yom HaShoah There is something deeply meaningful about the word ul’havdil — to distinguish, to separate, to see clearly. In Parashat Shemini, we are told: “You must distinguish between the holy and the profane.” (Leviticus 10:10) This command isn’t only for the ancient priests standing at the threshold of the Tent […]
Choosing Joy in Troubling Times
How do we choose joy when our hearts are heavy and the world feels unsteady? This reflection for Adar and Parashat Vayakhel explores what it means to hold sorrow and joy together through community, gratitude, prayer, creativity, and hope.