Today, we observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Today is also Erev Rosh Hashanah, the eve of our New Year 5787. We typically see the period of time from Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur as a time of reflection, repentance, and aspiration for a happy year to come. Though this time is sometime…
A beautiful version of an excerpt from the Shabbat Candlelighting prayer came up in my instagram feed this past month, and I haven’t been able to stop listening to it. The song is ‘V’Zakeini’ “May I merit”.
An individual, usually the mother lighting candles on erev Shabbat, says the prayer …
This week, Americans and good people worldwide mourned the loss of Dolly Parton at age 80. Many loved her music, her acting, her public image, or her many successful businesses. Others were inspired by her humanity, generosity and philanthropy, which was innovative and substantial. She inspi…
Being a Jewish student in the American college system over the last few years has brought many beautiful moments into my life. Nothing comforts me more than finding a Jewish community wherever I go. Being a very active member of Chabad has taught me just that. The Chabad at the University at…
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As the summer progresses and we gear up for our community campaign, we’ve been focusing on the idea of WHY. Why do we do any of the things we’ve come to see as necessary for Jewish life to flourish? From tzedakah to advocacy, from strength…
