Letting God Into Our Lives
In Parashat Mikeitz, we find ourselves in the middle of one of the most complete and compelling human stories in the Book of Genesis. Unlike the narratives about Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, however, a large section of the Joseph story contains no mention of God.
Finding My Way Home: How and Why I Returned to My Judaism
A Hanukkah Tradition From My Christian Mother-in-Law
Sometimes we create our own traditions, sometimes we carry on a tradition we inherit, and sometimes a tradition can come from unexpected places.
Vayechi for Tots: What are Your Traditions?
A guide to help adults learn how to engage young children in a discussion about this week’s Torah portion.
4 Ways Including Teens in Our Biennial Delegation Changed Our Congregation
In my six years as the youth group director at Temple Sinai in in Stamford, CT, we have seen lots of growth.
The Dream of Faith
We have all stood where Jacob stands in Parashat Vayeitzei. Who amongst us has not at times felt lost and alone, in search of some sense of belonging? Have we not experienced times when things appeared to be so confusing that we were prepared to reach out for help of any kind?
Grab the Cup
A silver goblet is central to the story of Joseph and his brothers in this week's Torah portion, Parashat Vayigash.
German Lemon Tart
Learn the long-held family secret that was uncovered thanks to this lemon cake recipe.
We are expecting a child in a few weeks. Is there something for girls that is equivalent to the bris ceremony for boys?
Traditionally, a brit milah is the ceremony whereby a Jewish boy is brought into the covenant. For a girl, there was a naming which took place in the synagogue, usually done by the father or grandfather coming to the synagogue and having a blessing said on behalf of the baby, who usually wasn't present.