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Opening the Door, at Passover and Always
There is a moment during the N'ilah service on Yom Kippur that stays with me, always. I want to say that it haunts me, but that's really not the right image. It's more a flooding, a rushing-out-and-rushing-in-at-the-exact-same-moment kind of thing.
Resources for 3/15 - National Interfaith Gun Violence Prevention Shabbat
Congregations of many faiths around the country will participate in a Gun Violence Prevention Sabbath the weekend of March 15-17.
Rabbi Saperstein Reflects on the Gun Violence Epidemic
This piece was originally published on March 13 with the Very Reverend Gary Hall, dean of the Washington National Cathedral, in the
Tech's Best Feature: The Off Switch
It's Friday evening. The smells of rosemary chicken and freshly-baked challah fill the house. My daughters, 3 and 9, sigh as I gently detach the iPads from their laps. One by one, our screens are powered down.
Camp Recipes: Shabbat Potatoes
These soft, seasoned potatoes are a Shabbat favorite at Reform Jewish summer camp. Pair them with a protein and a green veggie for a complete and delicious meal.
Camp Recipes: Israeli Chocolate Balls
These creamy, crunchy chocolate balls are easy to make and fun to eat. Coat them in coconut, sprinkles, or both!
Make Your Own Family Tallit
As a family, you can create a sacred family tallit to bless your campers during our Friday Shabbat experiences.
Make Your Own Havdalah Kit
The beautiful ritual of Havdalah is the ceremony marking the end of Shabbat. Learn more about Havdalah rituals then create your own ritual items to observe Havdalah on your own, the perfect activity to enjoy with your family.
Israeli-Style Pizza Rolls
Crispy, savory, cheesy, and perfect, the pizza roll takes one of my favorite foods and transforms it into a portable, snack-sized treat. I've been known to grab a handful of these and a few pieces of fresh fruit from the shuk and call it lunch.