Can you remember any counting songs from your childhood? Here is a new classic from our Pesach album, an English-language Ehad mi Yodea (“Who Knows One?”) composed by Zina Goldrich, which we hope you will love. Shabbat shalom and hag sameah!
March 25, 2022
Cantor Schwartz Sings Sh’ma Koleinu – “Hear Our Voice”
Topic(s) / Music, Shabbat
The sights and sounds coming from Ukraine have been marked by fear and tragedy — sounds the Jewish people know well. In the prayer Sh’ma Koleinu, we ask that these voices of humanity not only be heard, but also be answered.
March 21, 2022
60 Seconds of Torah: Sh’mini and the Strength to Bless Others
Topic(s) / 60 seconds of torah
We can learn from the actions of Aaron that we must use our power and position to bring blessings to others. Explore the lessons of Parashat Sh’mini with Rabbi Witkovsky.
March 18, 2022
A Jewish Love Song from Odessa, Ukraine
Topic(s) / Music, Shabbat
In his remarks to congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke of his people and land in loving terms.
March 15, 2022
JCC Krakow Director On Ukraine Refugees
Topic(s) / Special Events
We welcomed guest speaker Jonathan Ornstein, Executive Director of the JCC of Krakow, who spoke about how the JCC in Krakow is actively responding to the crisis in Ukraine.
March 15, 2022
“Stay” (The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber) – Adon Olam Cover by Cantor Schwartz
Topic(s) / Music
Even when we see suffering and conflict in the world, the celebration of Jewish tradition must continue. As Purim approaches, even Adon Olam was wearing a costume borrowed from the Top 40. Happy Purim!
March 14, 2022
60 Seconds of Torah: Tzav and Leadership
Topic(s) / 60 seconds of torah
Communities need different models of leadership. Rabbinic Intern Kornsgold explores the balance between the leadership roles of Moses and Aaron in this week’s parashah.
March 08, 2022
X Troop: The Secret Jewish Commandos of World War II
Topic(s) / Lecture
The men of X Troop were a secret commando unit of young Jewish refugees who were trained in counterintelligence and advanced combat to deliver decisive blows against the Nazis.
February 28, 2022
60 Seconds of Torah: P’kudei and Self-Reflection
Topic(s) / 60 seconds of torah
In Parashat P’kudei, we see the establishment of the mishkan (tabernacle), arguably the predecessor of the modern-day synagogue. Explore how such places of worship can facilitate self-reflection and growth with Rabbi Cosgrove.
February 25, 2022
A Prayer from the Synagogue in Odessa, Ukraine
Topic(s) / Shabbat, Music
We hope that this Adon Olam, composed by Cantor Pinchas Minkowsky (1859–1924) of the Brodsky Synagogue in Odessa, inspires your prayers and actions for peace in Ukraine. Praying for the safety of the Ukrainian people and wishing you a Shabbat Shalom.