by Cindy Hurwitz | Jun 26, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom This week, we read Parshat Korach—a portion that challenges us to think deeply about leadership, humility, and the source of true authority. Why did Korach rebel against Moshe and Aharon? Were his arguments entirely wrong, or just misguided? And how did...
by Katie Eacrett | Jun 24, 2025 | News from the Land
June 24, 2025 Sondra Oster Baras So what is it like to be living in Israel when we are making history? Or on a more mundane level, how are we managing with the Iranian attacks as we run constantly to the bomb shelters? These may seem like two very separate...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Jun 19, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom This week’s Torah portion, Parshat Shelach, tells the dramatic story of the twelve spies sent to scout the Land of Israel—a mission that would forever change the course of Jewish history. Why did ten of the spies return with fear and doubt, while only...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Jun 11, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom This week’s parasha Behaalotecha, takes us on a journey through leadership, humility, and the incredible power of our words. At the heart of the portion lies a striking and painful episode: the story of Miriam and Aaron speaking about Moses behind his...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Jun 5, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom This week, we delve into one of the most iconic passages in the Torah—Birkat Kohanim, the Priestly Blessing. What gives this blessing its enduring power? And why, if it’s the priests’ duty to bless the people, are we commanded to thank them? We explore...
