Do you know my favorite line from a movie? Some might think it's classic like, “I’m gonna make him an offer he can’t refuse,” from the Godfather, or maybe something fitting of my personality like, “There’s no crying in baseball,” from A League of Their Own. Let me tell
I want to start by expressing my gratitude to our community. I am writing this week’s Shabbat Shalom message from the Annual National Association for Temple Administration Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Thank you for allowing me to escape the impending cold Chicago winter for the sunny beaches of
As we write this letter, we are hoping you are doing well and want to thank you for continuing to be part of our temple community, especially during these uniquely challenging times. Temple Jeremiah is proud to have created an inclusive atmosphere where members feel valued and appreciated. Our tagline, The Joy of Belonging, acknowledges that this is only possible because
For the last year, I have been doing what I can to keep my habits and surroundings as normal as possible. I have been coming to the office daily, with normal hours, except for the initial lockdown last March. I visit stores while following their rules to protect those around me. We have
Kids say and do the darndest things. My kids love playing “Radio Dad” which involves them calling in requests to their favorite radio DJ, aka me, to play on Spotify. Currently, the number one request is Swedish rock group Europe’s 1986 smash hit, "The Final Countdown." With an incredibly catchy
Dear Friends, I felt it was fitting this week to speak about endings, considering we have come to the end of the book of Genesis. At the sunset of one’s life it’s natural to think about what we have been able to accomplish, what we regret, and what our friends
September 2019 Dear Friends, L’Shana Tovah to you and your family. As we head into the start of another program year, we want to inform you about the ongoing efforts to keep Temple Jeremiah a safe and secure community where all can experience The Joy of Belonging. Thanks to a
Unlike the majority of the individuals who have written about “sanctuary” throughout Elul and have touched on spirituality, their connection with family, or even the warmth of the holidays, I view sanctuary in a physical way. Part of my role here is tending to the physical sanctuary space that we
