The beauty of our Torah tradition is grounded in the hope that each of us will uncover some unique meaning in the verses we read and that our discovery will feed both our minds and souls. Even more powerful is when we can share these insights with others.
This week I am introducing a new in…
Passover is my favorite holiday and it is not because of my love of matzo. It is a time we welcome family, friends and include those who have never before experienced the wonder of a Seder. For me, the Seder is what makes Passover special. It is when we gather to celebrate the story of freed…
Sometimes, it is about the food and on Purim it is about Hamantaschen and choosing the right filling. It doesn't matter what the dough is like, it is all about what is inside!
The story of Purim recalls a time in our history, when the Jewish people once again were able to overcome a signifi…
Can you believe it has been 70 years? Seventy years of connecting people with Jewish life and values, 70 years of building a vibrant Jewish community in Greater Hartford.
What better way to celebrate what we have all done but by telling those inspiring stories of how the Federation has had …
In 1969, while traveling in Greece as a young college student, I was struck by the vibrant Jewish community I found in Athens - a community that had flourished for centuries and had built a strong infrastructure to ensure its continuity. Fast forward to the summer of 2014. It is my first d…
