Rabbi Gary Katz5 Rules from Rabbi Wolpe on offering criticism.
In this time of self-introspection, it’s often easier to take other people’s inventory instead of our own. Also, we often feel that telling other people something that could be hurtful under the guise of “just being honest” is okay. Rabbi Wolpe offers 5 Rules for offering criticism to others. Rabbi Wolpe 5 rules for offering […]
Shana Tova Wishes for a New Year
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Saddle River Hebrew School Schedule 2014-2015
2014-2105 Saddle River Hebrew School DatesSeptember 7, 14,October 5, 17- Shabbat Dinner, 26November 7- Shabbat Dinner, 16, 23,December 7, 14, 19 -Shabbat Dinner and Chanukah PartyJanuary 11, 16-Shabbat Dinner 25February 1, 8, 20-Shabbat DinnerMarch 6-Shabbat Dinner, 15, 22April 19, 26May 3, 15, 31 – Shabbat DinnerJune 7, 14, 19-Closing Shabbat Dinner
Join us for engaging and meaningful services on the High Holidays.
I am excited to share that we will once again be holding High Holiday services this Fall. The dates and times are as follows: September 25th – 1st Day Rosh Hashanah 10:00 am – 1:00 pm October 3rd – Candlelighting & Kol Nidrei Service – Yom Kippur Eve 6:00 – 7:30 October 4th – Yom […]
Aging with Grace at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Join other senior adults in the community for an inspiring Shabbat service at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades. Led by Rabbi Gary Katz, the service includes the opportunity to engage in conversation, enjoy a delicious Shabbat meal with peers, and share a few meaningful hours filled with warmth, laughter, and friends. […]
Who is a “good Jew?”
The article below from The Jerusalem Post discusses what makes a “Good Jew”. Do you agree with his list of qualities? What would be on your list? In Plain Language: Who is a ‘good’ Jew? By RABBI STEWART WEISS 06/12/2014 That, it seems to me, is the challenge which all of us need to […]
Should Jewish Rockers Act Any Different?
The following article from the LA Jewish Journal raises a good question about how one’s background could or should influence their actions and art? This Jew Rocks! by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin 1 day ago I will be the first to admit: I do write about rock music a lot. Most of the time, my focus […]
Inspired by Rabbi Avi Weiss
I’m always inspired by Rabbi Avi Weiss, his larger vision, sense of community and greater purpose. He sees things from a broader perspective and stands up for what’s right whether it affects Jews or not. A great article from the Jewish Week. (Link below.) “Something remarkable happened today. As I was leaving a prayer service […]
Can religious involvement help our youth transition into adulthood?
Strong relationships, religious involvement ease transition into adulthood, study says. Read the full article from the Imperial Valley Press here: http://www.ivpressonline.com/life/strong-relationships-religious-involvement-ease-transition-into-adulthood-study-says/article_57a6c8f5-04c4-5cb0-b08f-49862b0abefe.html Strong relationships, religious involvement ease transition into adulthood, study says Mary Archbold (courtesy) Posted: Monday, June 2, 2014 6:23 am | Updated: 1:50 pm, Mon Jun 2, 2014. Lois M. Collins, Deseret News – lois@desnews.com |0 comments Close relationships with […]