JudaOSm: Consider This Next Time a Phone Rings During Services
In service, the ring of a phone serves as a rude disruption to our worship. But that same ring can also serve as a powerful and effective reminder.
One Torah's Journey from Pennsylvania to its New Home in South Carolina
At my congregation, Temple Solel in Fort Mill, S.C., a Torah read for the first time on Rosh HaShanah made its way to us thanks to the generosity of Temple Hadar Israel in Newcastle, PA.
What Do Jewish History and Thanksgiving Have in Common?
Fall’s bounty influences ingredients in both Sukkot and Thanksgiving foods. Look closely at some traditional side dishes to see stories of our Jewish culinary heritage.
How to Empower Teens to Be Leaders in Your Congregation
Innovation in Jewish Education: An Interview with Pomegranate Prize Recipient Greg Kellner
Greg Kellner, director at URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech Academy, is the recipient of the 2016 Covenant Foundation Pomegranate Prize, which recognizes rising leaders in the field of Jewish education for their leadership, willingness to take risks, and tremendous promise.
In the Absence of Wholeness, God Cries With Us
At the ancient Temple, our rabbis warned us about unchecked hatred. Recently at this very site, I shoved and pushed to protect others from such hate.
Honoring Your Parents as You Empty Their House
Jews have blessings for almost every occasion. I recommend we recite one before emptying the contents of our parents’ home after they die.
Being a Jewish Mother Defines Everything I Do
I am a mother. No, wait – I am a Jewish mother. I am also a lot of other things, but being a Jewish mother defines me. Every decision of every day is made with my children at the forefront of my brain.
How to Put a Unique Jewish Stamp on Your American Thanksgiving
Consider the themes Thanksgiving inspires: remembrance, appreciation of blessings, family, togetherness, food, and a celebration of freedom. Could these things be any more Jewish?!
On Safety Pins and Safe Places: We All Need to Be More Aware
Being a “safe place” is bigger than what you do publicly or online. If you’ve never been a safe place, now is the perfect time to start.