This week, we follow Abram as he begins his journey from Haran into the promised land. He hears the call and answers with his feet, moving towards something new, actively listening to the universe, to himself, and to this new relationship with Ha’shem. May we all be blessed to grow deeper...
Shabbat shalom! May we take the space to grow!
Every moment of life we have the opportunity for a new beginning. The Torah begins with the word “Breshit”, starting with the second word of the Hebrew alphabet. This reminds us that there is always a first letter standing behind the second, always a back story to the new start. We...
This Shabbat, we are blessed with the opportunity of this incredible festival, the opportunity to head out of our comfort zones. May we all take a step out of our own lives to find deeper meaning in the simple moments of life. Moadim leSimcha and Shabbat shalom!
This week, we welcome the new year with the ending of the Torah. Through the journey of Moses, we are reminded that the work is not ours to finish, but we cannot desist from it. As we pledge to be better, the whole story of the Torah begins again, allowing...
This Shabbat between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur gives us the wonderful opportunity to think more deeply about how we can become more whole with the world. How can I make my personal world and the worlds around me more peaceful, loving places? Shabbat shalom!
As we enter the final Shabbat of the year, let us all look back at 5782 with kind eyes and take a moment to remember what we are proud of. We have one more taste of this glorious year, let’s savor it! Shabbat shalom!
This past Wednesday, Chicago Jewish Funerals hosted a gathering to commemorate 25 years of serving Chicagoland's Jewish Community. Founder David Jacobson gave tribute to all of the clergy, community members, and staff who have made this sacred work possible throughout the years. We are grateful to all who have supported...
Shabbat shalom! This week, we read about the first fruits brought to the Temple, the very best of what we have to the source of holiness. We recognize all of us in the community who are constantly putting in their best work to make the world a holier place.
Shabbat shalom! May we have the space to breathe, the room to love and ability to relax this week!
