Tonight we light the 4th candle of Chanukah. Our discussion question tonight should be fun! What four foods are comforting to you (bring you light). They don’t *have* to be Chanukah food, but if that is what comes to mind, all the more perfect. To be honest, when I am under stress, I lose my appetite, and thankfully my husband will remind me to eat and Continue Reading
Chanukah Night #3: Music & Poetry
Tonight we light the 3rd candle. The question is: What 3 musicians, poets or artists inspire you? This past year, I have depended on music and poetry. Here are mine. I hope you will add yours in the comments. I could name so many but here are my top three: 1) Batya Levine whose music is so deep. This year, at our first-ever Path With Heart High Holy Continue Reading
Chanukah Night #2: Experiences That Formed You
For this 2nd night of Chanukah, the focus is on the experiences that helped shape who you are right now. For the 1st night, we lit one candle for one person who had a huge impact on your life. Now we turn to experiences. What 2 experiences in your life helped mold who you are - how you think, walk through life, what you believe. Here are mine. I hope you Continue Reading
1st Night Chanukah: Who’s Made A Difference?
Chanukah begins in the darkest month of the year. We light the menorah (hanukkiah) for eight nights but we begin with just one. Each night, we increase the light by adding one new candle. Chanukah means "rededication." Tonight, we dedicate our lighting to those in our lives who have made a difference or are making one right now. This year, we are not only Continue Reading
Hold Both Truth & Joy
Rosh Hashanah 2019 This is the sermon I delivered on Rosh Hashanah at the Jewish Collaborative of Orange County. People asked to read it - so here it is: Rabbi Alan Lew, of blessed memory, writes that the High Holy Days season promises nothing less than total personal transformation - IF we do the work, and pay attention. Each of us should leave Continue Reading
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