Josh Shapiro, the ‘bar mitzvah boy’ leading the charge against Catholic clergy abuse in Pennsylvania
By Ben Sales (JTA) — The first days of November 2016 were a tense time for America, for Pennsylvania and for Josh Shapiro, a Democrat…
Religion
Jewish Studies Lecturer appointed to the University of Alberta program in Religious Studies
(Edmonton) – On behalf of the Program in Religious Studies at the University of Alberta, Director Ryan Dunch recently announced that Dr. Peter Sabo has…
Weddings are lovely, but it’s the marriage that matters
By Cindy Cher CHICAGO (JTA) — My sister was married on a beautiful summer day many years ago. Those of us in the wedding party…
Spa for the Soul event honours Reisa Segal-Sheckter
(EJNews) – Over 100 women gathered at the Fantasyland Hotel Ballroom on June 24 for a day devoted to health, relaxation and rejuvenation. It was…
Rabbi and Rebbetzin Pinson celebrate 15 years in Edmonton
By Regan Treewater-Lipes (EJNews) – How does one go about thanking a couple like Rabbi and Rebbetzin Pinson for their immeasurable dedication of time and…