Sermons

One of the pioneers in the field of leadership itself was the late American scholar Warren Bennis. He wrote, “By the time we reach puberty, the world has shaped us to a greater extent than we realize. Our family, friends, and society in general have told us – by word and example – how to […]

This week, we are still in the midst of the horrors of the War in Israel, and struggling to regain our footing after the horrific attacks that blindsided Israel, the Jewish world, and so many people in general. The scope and brutality…the inhuman nature of the attacks was so bone chilling. There is no d’var […]

In a Talmudic parable, the sages tell us of a time when the great Rabbi Akiva was traveling along the road with some companions and approached a town where he decided that he would seek lodging for the night. Not a place or person in the town would give Rabbi Akiva a place to rest […]

Parsha Shoftim- means Judges This week, I took a family poll. I asked everyone in our immediate family what they thought of when I said the word “justice.” I asked our 3 year old Lena, “What is justice?” She looked me right in the eye and said confidently…”Justin!” This is the name of my older […]

You might be wondering why you have one of two index cards. This is a good question. As we journey together through this section of our lives, let us try something new. Please, if you are willing, and this is OF COURSE voluntary. Look at what your card says. Some of you have Ha-Tov (the […]

*Sing Children Will Listen* Careful the things you say, Children will listen. Careful the things you do, Children will see. And learn. Children may not obey, But children will listen. Children will look to you For which way to turn, To learn what to be. Careful before you say, “Listen to me.” Children will listen. […]