by Rabbi | Jun 26, 2018 | Rabbi’s Remarks
Dear Beth Ami, Outrage competes with disgust as we read about our country’s current policy to forcibly separate children from their families.. I’m forwarding this message from Danny Grossman, CEO of the San Francisco Community Jewish Federation, to keep...
by Rabbi | May 30, 2018 | Rabbi’s Remarks
Sonoma County Pride Parade, Santa Rosa, CA – June 2, 2018. “The unexamined life isn’t worth living.” So said the ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates. Despite its age, the validity of this quote hasn’t tarnished. The question remains,...
by Rabbi | Nov 9, 2017 | Rabbi’s Remarks
Moving to California felt like moving to a new country. One impression that has struck me deeply is the sense that there is a certain “untamed” quality about living here. Between the majestic beauty of the mountains, the wild and dangerous coastline and the mysterious...
by Rabbi | Oct 19, 2017 | Rabbi’s Remarks
Dear Friends, At this point, last week seems like a blur. Monday, Tuesday etc. all just merged into “days”. Coming home last Friday and making “kiddush” around the table had a surreal quality to it. “Normalcy” seemed out of place! I...
by Rabbi | Sep 18, 2017 | Rabbi’s Remarks
A video message of hope for the new year… I also want to thank Rick Concoff for suggesting that I send out a video message. Shana tovah umtukah!
by Rabbi | Sep 2, 2017 | Rabbi’s Remarks
If you’ve ever visited Houston, TX, you couldn’t help but notice what a great city it is, in size and grandeur. Even its airport displays its importance as a hub for many thousands of travelers who exchange flights there every day. Observing the footage on...
