What I Wish Synagogues Knew About Single Parents
By Eliana Salzman (Kveller via JTA) — I’m not sure where to begin. I first want to say that my synagogue — and I think synagogues…
Religion
In Israel, first Orthodox Jerusalem synagogue hires female spiritual leader
(JTA) — In a first for an Orthodox congregation in Israel, a woman has been hired as a spiritual leader at a Jerusalem synagogue. Karmit…
The EDJGE and Beth Israel co-host inspirational Shabbaton
(EJNews) – An interesting, enjoyable and informative Shabbaton was held at the Beth Israel Synagogue from May 13-14 with special guest Rabbi Motty Berger. The…
Spending the Winter in a different Florida
by Bluma Goldberg (EJNews) – Spending the winter season in Florida, normally conjures images of warm, sunny weather in an environment of manicured landscapes, flowers,…
Book Review: Edgar M. Bronfman z’l explains ‘Why Be Jewish’ in a beautiful testament
Reviewed by Deborah Shatz (EJNews) – Edgar M. Bronfman was the quintessential zaida at the age of 84 when he imparted his love for Judaism…