Neither Here Nor…Where? A Pesach Reflection
Every year, the yellow liner peers through the translucent ivory tablecloth embroidered with a chain of floral design. On top … Continue Reading
How Dayeinu Can Help Us Deal with “Enough Already!”
As we look at this world right now, the framing of Dayeinu can be enormously helpful. It requires us to take things one step at a time.
Learning to Feel
For most of my nearly 50 years on this planet, I have tried to make sense of my life by searching for answers outside of myself.
Sof: Guiding Jewish People Through Breakups
We reimagined existing Jewish rituals to accompany people through the long period of transitions out of relationships.
Sacred Space, Just Up the Stairs and On Your Right
When is a restaurant, not (only) a restaurant? When it becomes one of the holiest places in New York.
The Possibility Of Change
My Passover seders have changed a lot over the years. I can think of them in different eras. The first … Continue Reading
In the Flow: Water Aerobics, Ritual, and Prayer
Linger a bit on a word that is speaking to you. Take a meditative moment to close your eyes and breathe.
The World is Full of Mirrors: What Values Do We Want to Reflect?
It is upon us to build and strengthen communities that reflect our values.
The Mystery of the Mishkan – Carrying the Dead With Us
What did they do with Joseph’s bones while traveling through the Sinai desert?