Our weekly Shabbat Shalom Messages are written by our senior staff: Rabbi Paul F. Cohen, Rabbi Rachel Heaps, Cantor Lianna Mendelson, Danny Glassman, and Matt Rissien. We hope you enjoy sharing in our love of Torah and Judaism through these messages.
Shabbat D’varim 5786
There is a distinct magic that exists in the moment just as a new chapter begins. What was gives way to what will
Shabbat Matot-Masei 5786
Every so often, my phone sends me a notification from Google Photos: "Rediscover this day" or "A look back." It pulls together pictures
Shabbat Pinchas 5786
There are certain stories that stay with us throughout our lives. For me, one of those stories has always been The Count of Monte
Shabbat Balak 5786
Beloved Friends, This week’s Torah portion, Balak, contains one of the most beloved blessings in all of Jewish tradition; a blessing we recite as part of
Shabbat Chukat 5786
One of the defining themes of Parashat Chukat is transition. Within a relatively short span of text, we witness the passing of Miriam, the death of Aaron, and the
Shabbat Korach 5786
In a few days, I will be heading up to Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to spend two weeks at OSRUI. I am so excited to