A Giant Step Forward and a Giant Step Back in Israel
Extraordinary news came out of Israel last week.
Tu B’Shevat, an ecological holiday
The world does not belong to us. It is God’s. We have it on loan. And it is our responsibility to leave it for the next generation, unspoiled and intact.
TBE Security
Security at Temple Beth El has always been a concern. Recent events clearly bring home the message, that yes...this can happen here.
Let Us Be the Light
Saturday was undoubtedly one of the darkest days in recent American Jewish history. What must our answer be at moments like this one?
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Be the Future Campaign
The Be the Future Campaign has the dual aims of funding the renovation of the Shames Sanctuary and reducing the debt carried by the synagogue.
Here I Am - Hineni
On the second day of Rosh HaShanah I suggested that in addition to Just Show Up, we should all be thinking about saying Here I am.
Why Celebrate Hanukkah?
What is more important: placing the menorah in the window, or lighting the candles?
My Thanksgiving Message
Thanksgiving is one of those American holidays that feels Jewish to me.
Airport Parking Promotion
Do you have travel plans? Save on airport parking at Bradley International Airport, and help Temple Beth El at the same time!
I'm So Tired
I’m so tired of offering my congregation words of consolation after some horrific attack on innocent people who happen to be gay, or African American or Jewish.
