A Blessing for Voting – and Why It Matters So Much
Our Jewish tradition helps us mark many sacred acts with blessings. Why not a blessing for voting?
Chametz: It's Always in Our Lives
I really struggle with my Passover preparations each year. I am always busy, busy, busy, and I have trouble finding the time to do the rigorous cleaning that I’d like to do.
That’s an excuse, I know. In reality, I also have a deeper, spiritual challenge with
How Donuts Influenced My Judaism
As I took a short walk last week during a break between Yom Kippur services, a memory, both humorous and deeply emotional, flooded my heart.
I realized that my rebellion against fasting began as a teen. That rebellion was supported by an adult who was a very
Be a Voice for Reproductive Rights
I’ll never forget Sarah.
Sarah was a young woman who sought me out for guidance and support during a very troubling time. She had had sexual intercourse for the first time. Not only was she devastated that afterward the guy revealed that he didn’t really
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