by Katie Eacrett | Jul 30, 2026 | Shabbat Shalom
This week’s reflection on Parshat Eikev explores one of life’s biggest questions: If God promises to reward His people, why don’t we see the “payment” for our good deeds each day? Through a powerful true story—from Soviet-era oppression to a bold move to...
by Shannon Smith | Jul 27, 2026 | News from the Land, Newsletters
a land being rebuilt When we speak about the miracle of Israel, we often think of dramatic moments – wars won against impossible odds, hostages rescued, or immigrants arriving home after centuries of exile. But sometimes the greatest miracles happen quietly. A...
by Shannon Smith | Jul 23, 2026 | Shabbat Shalom
Portion Vaetchanan continues the story of Moses who is unable to enter the Land of Israel. In the English translation of this portion, it almost seems as though Moses blames the Children of Israel for his exclusion from the Land. However, when read in Hebrew,...
by Katie Eacrett | Jul 16, 2026 | Shabbat Shalom
Deuteronomy is the last book of the Torah and is one long farewell speech from Moshe. To kick off his speech, Moshe reminds the people of the sin of the spies. The day that the spies brought back the terrifying report is said to be Tisha B’Av, also called the...
by Katie Eacrett | Jul 10, 2026 | Shabbat Shalom
The double portion of Matot-Masei summarizes the lessons of the book of Numbers before next week’s transition to Deuteronomy. Vows, personal priorities, and a surprising tribal connection between Reuben, Gad, and Moses are all in store! The tribes of Reuben and...
