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This week in our Torah portion we read of a very critical conversation that takes place between Avraham and Ephraim regarding the purchase of Sarah’s burial plot in the Cave of Machpelah. We read of the negotiation and intuit the rationale behind the spoken words that Avraham utilizes; he wants to ensure there will no […]

Lech Lecha, go forth, go inwards, but go: Lech Lecha is a call for each of us to take steps forward to the plan God has with us – our purpose for our lives. We listen deeply for that call from deep within our souls. We listen, and then we need to make a plan […]

As I write these words, I know my heart and all of our hearts are full of anticipation, hope and profound relief that the hostages will be returning home in hours. These last two years have brought unimaginable grief to their families, an entire nation, and Jews around the world.

Sukkot approaches, the joy increases, as we celebrate not only the harvest of our fields, but the harvest of our hearts. Celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Kol Nidre, Yom Kippur together was beautiful, moving, and musically exquisite. Special thanks to Pamela Highbaugh Aloni, Bruce Vogt, Anabel Wind, Annika Gelman, and of course Tsofit Dori and Jenny Pakman, who […]

Very briefly, as the gates are opening with each moment approaching Rosh Hashanah. May 5786 be a year of new beginnings, deep connection, and joyful moments. May we see peace in our Land and a return home for all the hostages. Shanah Tovah Umetukah: Wishing you a good and sweet year, and Ketivah Vachatimah Tovah: May you be […]