Posted by in fatih, judaism, multi-faith, politics, Racism, Religion, tikkun olam, Uncategorized We released this statement on behalf of the Central Conference of American Rabbis (the oldest and largest rabbinical organization in North American which I have the privilege of serving as President) today in response to the despicable and deplorable statements made by a political candidate. CCAR Statement Condemning Anti-Muslim Bigotry Tuesday, December 8, 2015 The…Read more »
Posted by in glbt, judaism, Religion, tikkun olam, Uncategorized Recently the Jewish Journal published an article by the ever controversial Dennis Prager who wrote a mean-spirited article about transgender people and in particular Rabbi Becky Silverstein- a transgender rabbi. He serves a Conservative congregation in Pasadena, CA and is an extraordinary role model to adults and children alike for his courage and Torah. I…Read more »
Posted by in Blog, Food, Hummus, Israel, Israel foodie, Kosher restaurant SO a newish friend and Temple member is a blogger extraordinaire. Writer. Producer. And all -around talented guy. He invited me to be his first guest for a series on food and conversation! Here is the link to that yummy lunch at Ta-Eem – a terrific Kosher Israeli style restaurant. Hummus as good as any…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized @ReformRabbis newest resolution on #climatejustice. I am proud to serve as the Prez of the #CCAR #whatrabbisdo #tikkunolam
Posted by in Uncategorized Tonight come to a free event at Congregation Kol Ami! If you are a political junkie like I am then join me in a Conversation with Speaker Emeritus John A. Perez on the growing Latino vote and the upcoming year of political campaigns in California and our nation. All are welcome—at 7;30 pm 1200 N.…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized Here is my URJ biennial address and benediction on behalf of the Central Conference of American Rabbis http://youtu.be/_QNsJEwClXc
Posted by in Uncategorized So proud of my friend Daryl Messinger! The first woman chair of the #URJ #womanpower http://nyv.me/l/n2mk
Posted by in Uncategorized This resolution comes as a refreshing reprieve from all the anti-LGBT religious hatred dominating the public discourse. Source: Reform Judaism Passes Historic Resolution Backing Trans Rights – Frontiers Media
Posted by in fatih, High Holy Days, judaism, multi-faith, Religion, Sermon My sermon from Rosh Hashanah Morning 5776 on the ideal of Character.
Posted by in fatih, judaism, multi-faith, politics, Racism, Relgion, tikkun olam My Kol Nidre sermon from 5776 on Racism, White Privilege, America’s Journey for Justice.
Walking Humbly. Seeking Justice. Living with Hope. 