Shari Churwin When I watched the Emmy’s a few weeks ago, I was struck by all of the thank-you’s. Every actor, writer, director, costume designer – their first reaction was to say thank you to everyone who supported them along the way. It was clear that none of them could have achieved their success without …
Rabbi Daniel Schaefer – Delivered Yom Kippur 5780 In high school, I had three amazing teachers – Mr. DeBischop, Mr. Navage, and Mr. Satler, who inspired in me a love of history and changed the direction of my professional ambitions. I was fascinated by the stories of great civilizations, the rise and fall of leaders …
Shari Churwin and Amy Deutsch Yom Kippur. Often the last thing on our mind, as we prepare our homes and ourselves for this holy day, is preparing our children. And the thing is—Yom Kippur services are different from traditional Shabbat services at TOS. Having a quick conversation (or two) with our children, no matter their age, …
Rabbi Daniel Schaefer Shana tovah. Two rabbis walk into a bar. One rabbi says: The world was created in the fall in the month of Tishrei. In Tishrei the Patriarchs were born; in Tishrei the Patriarchs died; on Passover Isaac was born; on Rosh HaShana Sarah, Rachel, and Hannah were remembered by God; on Rosh …
Rabbi Daniel Schaefer We are approaching the end of the three weeks, a period of time that culminates tomorrow night with the arrival of Tisha B’Av, a day of mourning. I’m incredibly grateful that Judaism sets aside sacred time for us to be sad, to feel down, and to get in touch with despair. These …
Rabbi Audrey Marcus Berkman At the June 19th Annual Meeting, I noted that on that day I had officiated at the funeral of a beloved member, Gertrude Goldberg. Her 101 years on this earth exemplified the power and sanctity of relationship and connection – connection to loved ones and connection and commitment to Jewish community …
Annual Meeting 2019 It has been my honor to serve as Rabbi of this congregation for one year, and before that to serve as Associate Rabbi for one year. I am proud of all that we have accomplished this year and I believe wholeheartedly that we are poised for success and growth as a community …
Dear Friends, Across the country, many thousands of our Jewish sisters and brothers are experiencing the horror of having lost loved ones, homes, businesses, and several Jewish institutions including camps and a Jewish day school. (See this article for more information on the impact on the Jewish community.) The devastation of the fires came directly after many …
Dear TOS Community, I am filled with gratitude for the many blessings of last Friday evening’s Installation, when we marked the official start of a new chapter in which I have the honor of serving as your spiritual leader. The service and reception exemplified the power of community, tradition, friendship, learning, and love. My deepest …
