Moses completes his teachings with a song. Singing and chanting are an integral part of religious ritual and education. Why? Perhaps music touches a different part of our brain, different […]
Why Join a Synagogue?
Rabbi Rachel Smookler
Now that we have successfully sold our beloved building on St. Paul Blvd and have been welcomed and embraced by the Temple Brith Kodesh community, it has […]
When Hillary Clinton was running for president and we saw the giant final Nun from Parshat Pinchas
Rabbi Rachel Smookler
In 2008, we were living in Japan. It was pretty amazing. Even all those miles away from home, to think that back in my home country, such […]
Cameron Hurwitz
I might not get as much media attention as the Pope, but let’s give credit where credit is due. I think I said it before he did.
“Who am I […]
Islamic Center D’var
Rabbi Rachel Smookler
I never thought that yesterday would turn out to be like that. Like it eventually did. I never thought that a small decision I made would ever […]
I Love You
Rabbi Rachel Smookler
This sermon is entitled: I Love You. you will figure out why a little later on.
Sometimes it takes years to unravel meaning. As you will soon […]
About Almond Blossoms and Almonds
Rabbi Rachel Smookler
Sometimes it isn’t one thing that makes us link the myriad of happenings that float around in our lives. Sometimes it is a series of seemingly un-connected […]
Not In Heaven — Nitzavim
We read:
back to the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your being. For this command which I charge you today is not too wondrous for […]
Books & Brunch
Join us for a discussion of Jewish-themed books over brunch. Hosted by: Ellen Gertzog 69 Westland Avenue, Brighton Sundays @ 10 a.m. – noon Open to the community!
Oct. 9: […]Come home for the High Holidays
Each synagogue has its own approach to worship, to community, to tikkun olam. Temple Beth David gathers people together with a fresh and engaging approach — in and out of […]