Podcasts about rabbi emeritus

This Week's Guests: Rabbi - Kenneth Block Episode 351 Kenneth B Block graduated from Boston College in 1968 and was ordained at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in 1974, and is a member of the Central Conference of American Rabbis. Rabbi Block retired after 40 years as an addiction Chaplain for the Veterans Administration Maryland Health Care Systems, as the Chaplain for the Bel Air, Maryland Volunteer Fire Company, as Adjunct Assistant Professor of medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, as Chaplain for the Maryland State Firemen's Association, as a volunteer for the Jewish Council for the Aging of Greater Washington and, as a volunteer Chaplain for Capital Caring Hospice. He is now Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Beth Torah in Chantilly. And lifetime member of the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company. To learn more visit his website RabbiOnTheGo.com He can be seen on his YouTube Channel “The Rabbi and I” and you can listen to his podcasts “The Rabbi and I” and “The Wisdom of Rabbi Block” on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform. And if you are really brave you can watch him live every Wednesday night at 8 on TikTok. Remember to buy his book “How to be Jewish in 30 Seconds”, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and at your local independent book store. "Rethink Production presents "Live From America Podcast" - a weekly show that combines political commentary with humor. Hosted by the comedy cellar owner Noam Dworman and producer Hatem Gabr, the show features expert guests discussing news, culture, and politics with a blend of knowledge and laughter. Follow Live From America YouTube @livefromamericapodcast twitter.com/AmericasPodcast www.LiveFromAmericaPodcast.com LiveFromAmericapodcast@gmail.com Follow Hatem Twitter.com/HatemNYC Instagram.com/hatemnyc/ Follow Noam Twitter.com/noam_dworman #Rabbikenblock #gaza #quran

All major religions in the U.S. support organ donation and view it as the ultimate act of love and generosity. For many people, faith plays an important role in the decision to register as a donor. In celebration of Gift of Hope's Faith and Hope Month, we are rebroadcasting this episode with Michael Zedek, Rabbi Emeritus of Emanuel Congregation, who shares what Judaism teaches about organ and tissue donation.For more information, check out: https://giftofhope.org/faithandhope/

In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Rabbi Steven Pruzansky to explore the rich themes of his latest book, "Repentance for Life" (Kodesh Press). Rabbi Pruzansky begins by sharing the inspiration behind the book, including the significant impact of his teacher, Rabbi Yisroel Chait. We then delve into the chapter "Repentance and the Land of Israel," where Rabbi Pruzansky sheds light on the deep connection between teshuva and the Land of Israel. Our conversation continues with an exploration of "Repentance and Suffering," as Rabbi Pruzansky unpacks the crucial lessons he hopes readers will grasp about the transformative power of suffering in the process of repentance. Finally, we dive into the symbolism of the Yom Kippur scapegoat and its profound relationship to teshuva, as outlined in the chapter "Repentance and the Yom Kippur Scapegoat." Whether you're deeply familiar with these topics or just beginning to explore them, this episode offers thought-provoking insights and reflections that will help you get into the right mindset as we approach Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. --- • Bio: Rabbi Steven Pruzansky is Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Bnai Yeshurun of Teaneck, New Jersey, where he served from 1994–2020 when he made Aliyah. He currently serves as Israel Region Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values and as Senior Rabbinic Scholar at Yeshivat Migdal HaTorah in Modi'in. He is a graduate of Columbia University (BA in History), earned his law degree at Cardozo School of Law and practiced law in New York City for 13 years. Rabbi Pruzansky is a musmach of Yeshiva Bnei Torah under the guidance of Rav Yisroel Chait. Rabbi Pruzansky resides in Modi'in. --- • Get his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Repentance-Life-Steven-Pruzansky/dp/1947857703#:~:text=Repentance%20for%20Life%20explores%20eighteen --- • Welcome to JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED: A PODCAST FOR THE PERPLEXED | Co-hosted by Benjy & Benzi | Thank you to...Super Patron: Jordan Karmily, Platinum Patron: Craig Gordon, Gold Patrons: Dovidchai Abramchayev, Lazer Cohen, Travis Krueger, Vasili Volkoff, Rod Ilian, Silver Patrons: Ellen Fleischer, Daniel Maksumov, Rabbi Pinny Rosenthal, Fred & Antonio, Jeffrey Wasserman, and Jacob Winston! Please SUBSCRIBE to this YouTube Channel and hit the BELL so you can get alerted whenever new clips get posted, thank you for your support! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/judaismdemystified/support

Our Intergenerational Divergence series is sponsored by our friends Sarala and Danny Turkel.A pre-Pesach message from our partners at Twillory: You can use the coupon code PESACH18 for $18 off all orders of $250  or more, or use the coupon code PESACH36 for $36 off all orders of $350 or more..In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we sit down with an intergenerational rabbinic pair: Rabbi Haskel Lookstein and his son, Rabbi Joshua Lookstein.Following in the footsteps of a successful parent can involve a crushing degree of pressure. In the Jewish world, perhaps the quintessential case of this is the challenge of being the scion of a prominent rabbinic family (what some might call a “dynasty”). In this episode we discuss:How did family, friends, and congregants react to Joshua leaving the family pulpit? How can children find agency amid family expectations?How do leaders of Jewish institutions manage the most foundational Jewish institution: the family? Tune in to hear a conversation about how we can grapple wisely with professional divergence across generations.Interview begins at 12:53.Rabbi Dr. Haskel Lookstein is the Rabbi Emeritus of Kehilath Jeshurun in Manhattan, where he served most of his entire rabbinic career. He was also the principal of the Ramaz School from 1966 through 2015. R. Lookstein has been highly involved in leadership in the Jewish community for decades. He serves as the Joseph H. Lookstein Professor of Homiletics at Yeshiva University, where he has taught since 1979. He also serves as a Vice President of the Bet Din of America. Rabbi Joshua Lookstein is the Associate Head of School at the Ramaz School. Rabbi Lookstein previously served as the Head of School at Westchester Day School and a Major Gifts Officer at UJA-Federation of New York, and as Executive Director of the S. Daniel Abraham Foundation. Rabbi Lookstein is responsible for ensuring the values of the school are sustained throughout a student's education.References:“The Lookstein Legacy: An American Orthodox Rabbinical Dynasty?” by Adam S. FerzigerThe Shawshank RedemptionWhy We Sleep by Matthew WalkerThis episode is sponsored in honor of Robert and Sandy April, loyal congregants and students of Rabbi Lookstein for many years. May they continue to learn from Rabbi Lookstein's lessons and actions for many years to come.

The Hebrew term yehudim in modern Hebrew can be straightforwardly translated as “Jews,” but when it occurs in the Hebrew Bible this is not the best translation. Remarkably, more than half the occurrences in the OT are in one book: Esther. The question can be extended into the NT as well. Rabbi Steven Bob, who has contributed several episodes to this podcast series, is Rabbi Emeritus at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard, Il and guest faculty at Wheaton College. He is currently working on a commentary on Ezra and Nehemiah. Check out related programs at Wheaton College: B.A. in Classical Languages (Greek, Latin, Hebrew): https://bit.ly/3uyqT6B M.A. in Biblical Exegesis: https://bit.ly/48hluhX

Steven Kushner had originally planned to retire at 70. However, at 65, he began feeling fatigued, noticing the strain of evening meetings and realizing his body was signaling a need to slow down.   By June 2018, he retired and received the honorary title of Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Ner Tamid. Eager to venture into uncharted territory, he sought something entirely new.   Throughout his rabbinic career, Steven's creativity had largely been expressed through writing and speaking. Yet, in 2017, anticipating retirement, he tapped into his visual side. He started sharing his photos on Facebook, receiving encouraging feedback from friends and congregation members.   That's when he wanted to finally—after a lifetime of taking pictures—begin a process of learning how to make pictures. Although he does not formally identify as a photographer, when asked Steven is very comfortable saying that he does serious photography. In this episode, Rabbi Steven shares an extraordinary journey marked by unexpected transitions and explorations.   We discussed:   Steven's childhood dream to be the shortstop for the Detroit Tigers How he cultivated a reputation as a film aficionado within the synagogue Why Steven decided to retire five years earlier than his initial plan The unexpected emotional challenge of retiring (and a quest for unexplored endeavors)  How he dove into photography with the guidance of a friend  The journey of learning and refining his craft that proved immensely gratifying Connect with Steven https://stevenkushnerphotography.com/portfolio Headshot Photo Credit: Nick Levitin Photography

On this week's episode of the Seekers of Meaning TV Show and Podcast, Rabbi Mark Levin, Founding Rabbi and Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Beth Torah in Overland Park, KS, kicks off a multipart discussion of the meaning of reflection in the month of Elul as we prepare for the High Holy Days. Other guests in coming weeks will also reflect on the holiest season of the Jewish calendar. [Read more...] The post Seekers of Meaning 9/01/2023: Rabbi Mark Levin Reflects on the Month of Elul and Preparation for the High Holy Days appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

Today's Talmud pages, Gittin 87 and 88, asks whether a single divorce decree can be used for multiple people if a list of husbands and a list of wives are written and it indicates that they will be divorced. Rabbi Daniel Isaak, Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Neveh Shalom joins us to discuss the experience he had when performing a collective marriage, marrying six couples, who had been previously married by civil law, but had not had a Jewish wedding. He shares which parts of the ceremony could be done in unison, and which needed to be done couple by couple. What are the obstacles of marrying multiple couples at once? Listen and find out. Like the show? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Send us a note at takeone@tabletmag.com. Follow us on Twitter at @takeonedafyomi and join the conversation in the Take One Facebook group. Take One is a Tablet Studios production. The show is hosted by Liel Leibovitz, and is produced and edited by Darone Ruskay, Quinn Waller and Elie Bleier. Our team also includes Stephanie Butnick, Josh Kross, Robert Scaramuccia, and Tanya Singer.  Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Rabbi Hayyim Angel is the National Scholar of the Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals (jewishideas.org). He also teaches advanced Bible courses to undergraduate, graduate, and rabbinical students at Yeshiva University, and lectures widely. He also serves as the Rabbinic Scholar at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in New York. He has published over 100 scholarly articles, primarily in Bible, and is author or editor of thirteen books. He received his B.A. in Jewish Studies Summa cum Laude from Yeshiva College, his M.A. in Bible from the Bernard Revel Graduate School, his M.S. in Jewish Education from the Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education, and his Rabbinical Ordination from the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary of Yeshiva University. He lives in New York with his wife and three children.The Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals was founded in October 2007 by Rabbi Dr. Marc D. Angel. Since 1969, Rabbi Angel has served Congregation Shearith Israel, the historic Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue of New York City, and has been Rabbi Emeritus since 2007. He is now devoting himself full time to the work of the Institute, serving as its Director.Stay updated: WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LAurH2Lw3y92gF31PhzN42We are an online and global Bet Midrash with international students, striving to know God by embracing the world through the lens of Torah. Web: www.TheHabura.com Instagram: @TheHabura Facebook: The Habura A project of the Senior Rabbi's Office (www.seniorrabbi.com), S&P Sephardi Community of the UK, Montefiore Endowment, and Dangoor Education.#torah #talmud #yeshiva #betmidrash #sephardi #sepharadi #sephardic #sefardi #sefardic #rambam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rabbi Hayyim Angel is the National Scholar of the Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals (jewishideas.org). He also teaches advanced Bible courses to undergraduate, graduate, and rabbinical students at Yeshiva University, and lectures widely. He also serves as the Rabbinic Scholar at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in New York. He has published over 100 scholarly articles, primarily in Bible, and is author or editor of thirteen books. He received his B.A. in Jewish Studies Summa cum Laude from Yeshiva College, his M.A. in Bible from the Bernard Revel Graduate School, his M.S. in Jewish Education from the Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education, and his Rabbinical Ordination from the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary of Yeshiva University. He lives in New York with his wife and three children.The Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals was founded in October 2007 by Rabbi Dr. Marc D. Angel. Since 1969, Rabbi Angel has served Congregation Shearith Israel, the historic Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue of New York City, and has been Rabbi Emeritus since 2007. He is now devoting himself full time to the work of the Institute, serving as its Director.Stay updated: WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LAurH2Lw3y92gF31PhzN42We are an online and global Bet Midrash with international students, striving to know God by embracing the world through the lens of Torah. Web: www.TheHabura.com Instagram: @TheHabura Facebook: The Habura A project of the Senior Rabbi's Office (www.seniorrabbi.com), S&P Sephardi Community of the UK, Montefiore Endowment, and Dangoor Education.#torah #talmud #yeshiva #betmidrash #sephardi #sepharadi #sephardic #sefardi #sefardic #rambam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I love doing this program!   I met another Jewish believer online.  Rabbi Mark has a very interesting story!Rabbi Mark Kinzer (PhD, University of Michigan) is the Moderator of Yachad BeYeshua, an international and interdenominational fellowship of Jewish disciples of Jesus. He is a leading Messianic Jewish theologian, and the author of several books. His most recent volume is Jerusalem Crucified, Jerusalem Risen: The Resurrected Messiah, the Jewish People, and the Land of Promise (2018). Rabbi Kinzer is President Emeritus of Messianic Jewish Theological Institute, and Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Zera Avraham in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Rabbi Howard Finkelstein is the former rabbi of Congregation Beth Israel, Kingston, Ontario, Canada and Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Beit Tikvah, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He was the founding rabbi and Judaic principal of Yitzhak Rabin High School (full day school high school) Ottawa, Ontario. He is also the Jewish Studies Head Emeritus of the Ottawa Jewish Community School. Rabbi Finkelstein earned a B.A. in Political Science, M.S. in Jewish Secondary Education and his Semicha from Yeshiva University. He earned a secondary Master's in Education from NYU. He has a certificate of educational leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education Harvard University. He is the winner of the Steinhardt Grinspoon Award for Jewish Education. Rabbi Finkelstein is also a licensed teacher and principal from Board of Jewish Education- New York City. Gems:Create an opportunity for children to learn and relate to G-d through the Torah text.Concentrate on what G-d expects from us.Allow students to question.Enable students to see relevancy in the texts.Explore ways that the texts connect with situations in their lives.We have a responsibility to educate a child according to his/her way.Show students the sources, discuss, and analyze.Challenge your students' minds.Are students thinking for themselves?The teacher is the role model that students will want to emulate.Education is an ongoing process and must consider whether the student has learned.Jewish education never ends.There must be a collaboration between home, schools, and synagogues.Continue to study, improve, and grow, and remember what the main goal of education.We have the ability to save Jewish lives!Examine what happens every day and work through what went right and what went wrong.Spread the knowledge of Torah.Amazon We receive a small commission for any items purchased through my Amazon link.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEParenting On Purpose This course will help you better understand your child and build a deeper connection.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Rabbi Menachem Penner is the Max and Marion Grill Dean of Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary at Yeshiva University where he has the privilege to inspire and train the rabbis of tomorrow. Rabbi Penner served as the spiritual leader of the Young Israel of Holliswood in Queens for 20 years and is now the Rabbi Emeritus. He continues to teach, focusing on Tanach, Tefillah and Machshavah, in communities worldwide. Rabbi Penner is also a valued resource for many in the Jewish community navigating personal and family challenges.  He received his semicha from RIETS and is proud to serve the institution from which he received his formative education.     Rebbetzin Adeena Penner is the Director of Kesher Families, a new organization supporting families of an individual who identifies as LGBTQ. She holds a Bachelors' Degree in psychology from Stern College for Women and a Masters' Degree in Occupational Therapy from New York University. She worked for fifteen years in the field of occupational therapy at the Board of Education of New York, the Chush School in Williamsburg, and Camp HASC. She served as the Rebbetzin of the Young Israel of Holliswood for twenty years and continues to maintain her ties to, and involvement in, the community. Adeena is a valued resource for many in the Jewish community navigating personal and family challenges.     Their life consists of many unplanned surprises along the way. In this episode we talk about what it's like being a Rabbi & Rebbetzin of a community, their experience in Camp Hasc, raising a child with special needs and so much more.      *SPONSOR LINK*     Your Health is Your Greatest Investment.     Thanks to our friends at JOWMA for the incredible health resources provided for our community.     There's no reason in 2022 that you need to be in the dark. And some of the most talented doctors and healthcare professionals in our community are here to help!     Go listen to the JOWMA podcast here: https://plinkhq.com/i/1500215343?to=page   And call their hotline 24/6 at 929-4-GEZUNT     Find out more here: https://jowma.org/   This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe     Special thanks to Camp HASC, Rav Judah Mischel, Sklur & Rudman, and all the wonderful volunteers & campers at Camp Hasc for graciously welcoming me into their home. Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here: • USA: (712) 432-3489 • UK: 0333-366-0154 • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088   Follow us on social media for more content: • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim • IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ • FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim • Website - https://www.livinglchaim.com/     Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode in memory or refuah shilama of a loved one, please send an email to hi@livinglchaim.com   Lchaim.

Ketubot 31 – Shabbat – 9 Av By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County כתובות דף לא, דף יומי

Yevamot 119 – Monday – 5 Tammuz By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County יבמות דף קיט, דף יומי

Yevamot 81 – Friday – 26 Iyar By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County יבמות דף פא, דף יומי

Yevamot 60 – Friday – 5 Iyar By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County יבמות דף ס, דף יומי

Yevamot 37 – Wednesday – 12 Nissan By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County יבמות דף לז, דף יומי

Yevamot 9 – Wednesday – 13 Adar 2 By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County יבמות דף ט, דף יומי Today's Daily Dose is sponsored by Janet Berman in memory of her mother, Chaya Rivka Finkel, z"l.

A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Marc D. Angel ABOUT THE EVENT: Moses Maimonides (1138-1204) is the classic Jewish thinker who strove to reconcile Judaism and philosophy/science. Baruch Spinoza (1632-1667) is the classic Jewish heretic who revolutionized modern rationalistic philosophy and did much to undermine traditional religious beliefs. By drawing on the teachings of both of these intellectual giants, we can seek a traditional Judaism that is vibrant, intellectually challenging, and meaningful. ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Rabbi Marc D. Angel is Founder and Director of the Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals (jewishideas.org), fostering an intellectually vibrant, compassionate and inclusive Orthodox Judaism. He is Rabbi Emeritus of the historic Congregation Shearith Israel, the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue of New York City (founded 1654), where he began serving in 1969. Born and raised in the Sephardic community of Seattle, Washington, he went to New York for his higher education at Yeshiva University where he earned his B.A., M.S., Ph.D. and Rabbinic Ordination. He also earned an M.A. in English Literature from the City College of New York. Author and editor of 38 books, he has written and lectured extensively on various aspects of Jewish law, history and culture. Among his books are Foundations of Sephardic Spirituality: The Inner Life of Jews of the Ottoman Empire (Jewish Lights, 2006); and Maimonides, Spinoza and Us: Toward an Intellectually Vibrant Judaism, (Jewish Lights, 2009), both of which won Finalist Awards from the National Jewish Book Council. His book, Choosing to Be Jewish: The Orthodox Road to Conversion (Ktav, 2005) has reached many thousands of readers. His most recent books are a commentary on Pirkei Avot published by Koren (2015); The Wisdom of Solomon and Us (Jewish Lights, 2016); and A New World: An American Sephardic Memoir (Albion-Andalus, 2019). He serves as Editor of Conversations, the journal of the Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals. Rabbi Angel is Past President of the Rabbinical Council of America (1990-1992). He has served as officer and board member of numerous agencies including the UJA-Federation of New York, the American Sephardi Federation, the Rabbinic Cabinet of Jewish National Fund, and the HealthCare Chaplaincy. He has won awards from many institutions including Yeshiva University, the Orthodox Union, and the New York Board of Rabbis. He is co-founder of the International Rabbinic Fellowship, an association of Modern Orthodox rabbis. Rabbi Angel is married to Gilda Angel. Their children and grandchildren live in New York, Baltimore and Teaneck. -- DONATE: www.bit.ly/1NmpbsP​​​​​​​ For podcasts of VBM lectures, GO HERE: www.valleybeitmidrash.org/learning-library/ www.facebook.com/valleybeitmi...​ Become a member today, starting at just $18 per month! Click the link to see our membership options: www.valleybeitmidrash.org/become-a-member/

Chagigah 6 – Tuesday – 14 Adar 1 By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County חגיגה דף ו, דף יומי Today's Daily Dose is sponsored by Daniel and Sara Berelowitz לעילוי נשמת שרה טייבא בת דוד שלמה ברלוביץ נלב"ע י"א אדר א תשע"ט.

Moed Katan 3 – Shabbat – 13 Shevat By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County מועד קטן דף ג, דף יומי

Megillah 5 – Friday – 13 Tevet By Rabbi Yosef Adler, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Rinat Yisrael, and Rosh HaYeshiva, Torah Academy Bergen County מגילה דף ה, דף יומי

All major religions in the U.S. support donation and believe it  to be the ultimate act of love and generous. For many people, faith plays and important role in the decision to register as an donor. Michael Zedek, Rabbi Emeritus of Emanuel Congregation shares how the Judaism religion intersects with organ and tissue donation.

 Today's program featured wonderful music and a pre-recorded interview with Rabbi Alan Levine.    He is the author of "Hidden Secrets of the Passover Haggadah," Rabbi Emeritus at Kol Mashiach Congregation, and Director at Lev Elohim Ministries.Today he shared how he came to know his Messiah and I know you will enjoy it!If you would like more info on his book, you can find it here:Hidden Secrets of the Passover Haggadah - Kindle edition by Levine, Alan. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Join Rabbi Matanky as he interviews Rabbi Shmuel Goldin, former president of the Rabbinical Council of America, Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Ahavath Torah (Englewood NJ) and author of the popular series on parshat hashavua - "Unlocking the Torah Text"

This week, Rabbi Rifat Sonsino, Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, MA, discusses his experience as a Reform rabbi with roots in the more traditional Sephardi Jewish community. The post Rabbi Rifat Sonsino Discusses Sephardi Jewish Customs on This Week’s TV Show and Podcast appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

This week, Rabbi Rifat Sonsino, Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, MA, discusses his experience as a Reform rabbi with roots in the more traditional Sephardi Jewish community. The post Rabbi Rifat Sonsino Discusses Sephardi Jewish Customs on This Week’s TV Show and Podcast appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

Rabbi Steven Bob, Rabbi Emeritus at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard, Il, adjunct professor at Wheaton College, discusses God's language of comfort in Isaiah 40, addressed to Israelites in exile. He emphasizes how the very sounds of the Hebrew words are comforting sounds, and relates this to the post-exilic leaders Ezra and Nehemiah, whose names mean help and comfort.

Panel One: Presentation by Rabbi Dr Michael Hilton on the creation and the environment in Judaism (Part 1 of 3). Rabbi Michael began by explaining that the exchange of ideas on foundational issues amongst the three faith traditions is not a novel occurrence. Whilst in the past forums like the IRS which bring together intellectuals of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism for scholarly discussions did not necessarily exist, reading and replying to the scholarly works of other faiths was not uncommon. Thus, IRS continues a tradition of debating and learning from one another. His presentation comprised of two parts; firstly, analysing texts such as the Genesis which talk about creation, and secondly, discussing texts through which duty towards creation can be understood. Whilst there is a multitude of Jewish texts that address environmental concerns, Rabbi Michael picked out four key themes: stewardship, preservation of species and prohibition of waste, pollution, and the green belt. Currently, Michael is Rabbi Emeritus of Kol Chai, Scholar in Residence of the Liberal Jewish Synagogue London, a governor and Senior Lecturer at Leo Baeck College, and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Centre for Jewish Studies, University of Manchester. Rabbi Michael has been involved in leading interfaith weeks since 1986, mainly at the Ammerdown Centre near Bath, and is the Jewish team leader for Oxford Three Faiths Week. He is the author of The Gospels and Rabbinic Judaism (1988), The Christian Effect on Jewish Life (1994) and Bar Mitzvah: A History (2014), detailing the origins and development of bar mitzvah (for boys) and bat mitzvah (for girls). His current research is about the influences of

Rabbi Haskel Lookstein is the former principal of Ramaz, Rabbi Emeritus of KJ, and one of the most influential American Jewish activists of the last century, to the point where Newsweek called him the most influential orthodox rabbi in America. As there was so much to discuss, this episode was split into two parts.Part 1: Rabbi Lookstein sits down to discuss his close relationships with massive Jewish figures, such as Rav Soloveichik and Rabbi Lamm, how he came to be in the rabbinate, and the experience of becoming the rabbi of the synagogue he grew up attending. Rabbi Lookstein expounds on his outlook on education, explains his commonly-used phrase “don't let school interfere with your education,” and discusses what zionism means for him on a personal level.Part 2: Rabbi Lookstein speaks about his activism, with a focus on Soviet Jewry (he visited multiple times, had a close relationship with Natan Sharansky before he was even imprisoned, and led countless rallies that had serious impacts). Rabbi Lookstein discusses what it was like to write his Ph.D. with the help of Eli Weisel on “The Public Response of American Jews to the Holocaust, 1938-44.” He then describes the relationship between orthodoxy and open mindedness, his roles in the public eye (participated in Obama's prayer services and converted Ivanka Trump), and how music and prayer has played a massive role in his life. Rabbi Lookstein concludes by defining what it means to lead.  

Rabbi Haskel Lookstein is the former principal of Ramaz, Rabbi Emeritus of KJ, and one of the most influential American Jewish activists of the last century, to the point where Newsweek called him the most influential orthodox rabbi in America. As there was so much to discuss, this episode was split into two parts.Part 1: Rabbi Lookstein sits down to discuss his close relationships with massive Jewish figures, such as Rav Soloveichik and Rabbi Lamm, how he came to be in the rabbinate, and the experience of becoming the rabbi of the synagogue he grew up attending. Rabbi Lookstein expounds on his outlook on education, explains his commonly-used phrase “don't let school interfere with your education,” and discusses what zionism means for him on a personal level.Part 2: Rabbi Lookstein speaks about his activism, with a focus on Soviet Jewry (he visited multiple times, had a close relationship with Natan Sharansky before he was even imprisoned, and led countless rallies that had serious impacts). Rabbi Lookstein discusses what it was like to write his Ph.D. with the help of Eli Weisel on “The Public Response of American Jews to the Holocaust, 1938-44.” He then describes the relationship between orthodoxy and open mindedness, his roles in the public eye (participated in Obama's prayer services and converted Ivanka Trump), and how music and prayer has played a massive role in his life. Rabbi Lookstein concludes by defining what it means to lead.  

In this episode we interview Rabbi Jeff  Wohlgelernter. He is the Rabbi Emeritus and founder of Congregation Adat Yeshurun in La Jolla, California. He and his son Ahron are avid podcasters themselves. Be sure to check out "Think Torah" and "Around the Shabbos Table" on the Intentional Jew Podcast Network (IJP) for some excellent content and thoughtful pedagogical tools and ideas which can be used at your own Shabbos Table and beyond. Rabbi Jeff lives in Israel and is an extraordinary, seasoned, and gifted Jewish Educator. Rabbi Jeff has a passion for learning, hospitality, and creativity, and loves to interact with Jews of different backgrounds inspiring them to grow and develop their Jewish identity in a positive and healthy way - emotionally, spiritually.Website: https://www.intentionaljew.com/shows/think-torah/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/JewishEducationExperiencePodcast)

In this event, Rabbi Dr. Marc Gellman, Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth Torah in Melville, NY, presents his virtual talk "Do Jews Believe in Heaven?" Thank you to our partner, Temple Solel of Paradise Valley https://templesolel.org/ DONATE: http://www.bit.ly/1NmpbsP For podcasts of VBM lectures, GO HERE: https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/learning-library https://www.facebook.com/valleybeitmidrash BECOME A MEMBER: https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/become-a-member Valley Beit Midrash is proud to host the Jaburg Wilk Learning Season. Learn more about Jaburg Wilk at: http://www.jaburgwilk.com/

Rabbi Michael Hilton, Senior Lecturer in Vocational Studies, Leo Baeck College, Rabbi Emeritus, Kol Chai Hatch End Reform Jewish Community and Scholar in Residence, Liberal Jewish Synagogue

Michael Hilton, Senior Lecturer in Vocational Studies, Leo Baeck College, Rabbi Emeritus, Kol Chai Hatch End Reform Jewish Community and Scholar in Residence, Liberal Jewish Synagogue

Janet Burden, recently retired from the Ealing Liberal Synagogue and now Rabbi Emeritus

Rabbi Alan J. Katz has served as Senior Rabbi of Temple Sinai in Rochester since 1986. He retired on June 30, 2020 and became Rabbi Emeritus. A graduate of Lehigh University and Hebrew Union College where he received an MAHL (1975), rabbinic ordination (1976) and a Doctor of Divinity (2001). He also studied in the graduate program for pastoral counseling at Iona College for two years. Rabbi Katz has served on numerous community activities including The Greater Rochester Martin Luther King Jr, Commission, The Interfaith Forum, Board of The Hickey Center for Interfaith Study and Dialogue, the Commission on Christian Jewish Relations and the Commission of Jewish Muslim Understanding and is presently on the steering committee of the Levine Center to End Hate. Rabbi Katz was a signatory and a participant in drafting of the Rochester Agreement between the Roman Catholic Diocese, the Jewish Community Federation and the Rochester Board of Rabbis. In this episode Rabbi Katz discusses the framework in which he has counseled congregants and families that combines traditional helping skills such as deep listening and positive regard with an intimate understanding and knowledge of Jewish teachings and values. Known for his groundbreaking work in the world of interfaith relationships, we will explore how the skills required to create change on a societal level emanate from an understanding of The Helping Conversation.

A full bio of Rabbi Vernon Kurtz appears here. He was born in Toronto, Canada, received his BA from York University (1971), his MA and Rabbinic Ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary (1976), and his Doctor of Ministry degree from the Chicago Theological Seminary (1981). He also received a Doctor of Divinity degree (Honoris Causa) from the Jewish Theological Seminary (2003).From 1976 to 1988, Rabbi Kurtz served as Assistant Rabbi and Rabbi of Congregation Rodfei Zedek in the Hyde Park neighborhood on Chicago's South Side. Rabbi Kurtz then served 31 years as Rabbi of North Suburban Synagogue Beth El in Highland Park, IL, where he is now Rabbi Emeritus. He is an internationally recognized rabbi, scholar and Jewish communal leader. Rabbi Kurtz now lives in Jerusalem after he and his wife Bryna made aliyah (immigration) to Israel in 2019.Publications:Read blog entries by Rabbi Kurtz posted in the Times of IsraelRabbi Vernon Kurtz honored at 2010 JUF Annual MeetingEncountering Torah, Reflections on the Weekly Torah Portion, by Rabbi Vernon Kurtz – This special book was published by Rabbi Kurtz in honor of the 25th Anniversary of his rabbinate at Beth El. He has chosen two sermons on almost every Torah portion and assembled them in this book. It represents his understanding not only of the lessons of Torah, but the lessons of life. It is a beautiful example of Jewish thought and contemporary book publishing. See Rabbi Kurtz's bio at NSSBE web site for information about how to purchase book. Rabbi Ralph Simon (1906-1996) spent 44 years as Rabbi of Congregation Rodfei Zedek in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. His Chicago Tribune obituary appears here. Rabbi Simon's granddaughter Susannah Hoffs of the band The Bangles paid tribute to her grandfather on Instagram in 2019 with a photo of Rabbi Simon with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on March 25, 1968 at the Rabbinical Assembly Convention at which Rabbi Simon presided as president of the RA. A transcript of Dr. King's public dialogue at the RA Convention with Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel and Rabbi Everett Gendler was published in Conservative Judaism Journal, 22:3, 1968, pp. 1-19. This was one of Dr. King's final major public appearances prior to his assassination ten days later on April 4. André LaCocque is Professor Emeritus of Hebrew Bible at Chicago Theological Seminary in Chicago, Illinois, and the founding Director of the Center for Jewish-Christian Studies at CTS. He is the author of numerous books and articles, including Ruth: A Continental Commentary (Augsburg Fortress), Esther Regina: A Bakhtinian Reading (Northwestern University Press), and the trilogy on innocence in the Hebrew Bible, The Trial of Innocence: Adam, Eve and the Yahwist (Wipf and Stock), Onslaught Against Innocence: Cain, Abel and the Yahwist, Jesus the Central Jew and The Captivity of Innocence: Babel and the Yahwist (both from Cascade). He also coauthored Thinking Biblically:Exegetical and Hermeneutical Studies with Paul Ricoeur.Dr. LaCocque discusses his book Jesus the Central Jew in this 2015 symposium. Here is Rabbi Kurtz's review of Prof. Andre Lacocque's "Jesus, the Central Jew". For questions and comments, email Rabbi Ed Bernstein at myteacherpodcast@gmail.com.Follow the My Teacher Podcast on social media:Twitter: @PodcastTeachFacebookInstagram

Today's episode features a conversation with Rabbi Richard Birnholz, Rabbi Emeritus at Congregation Schaarai Zedek in Tampa, FL. Rabbi Birnholz joined us back in February on Episode 7 for a discussion of Numbers and Deuteronomy.On this episode, Rabbi Birnholz, Celia Ferman, and Mat Hotho discuss the book of Jeremiah and how the lessons of Jeremiah inform ancient and modern Jewish communities. Rabbi Birnholz suggests that Jeremiah's political shrewdness preserved the Jewish people and provided a model for modern day Jewish communities living in the Diaspora.   Learn more about The Bible Project 2020. Join our Facebook discussion group. *Facebook account required. #HydeParkUMC

This week, we are joined by Rabbi Richard Birnholz, Rabbi Emeritus of Tampa Schaarai Zedek in Tampa, FL. Rabbi Birnholz and Celia Ferman discuss the story of Zelophehad's daughters in Number 27 as well as the transition from a priestly system to a rabbinical system in judaism. We wrestle with two big questions: Why do bad things happen to good people and why is God portrayed as wrathful? And finally, we talk about the ways modern Jewish communities have made the Shema a constant part of their modern lives.  Learn more about The Bible Project 2020. Join our Facebook discussion group. *Facebook account required.  Celia Ferman produced this episode.  #HydeParkUMC

Welcome to the LI Law Podcast.  We feature legal issues and developments which affect Long Island residents and business owners.  The podcast focuses on Long Island law topics and includes greater New York court and legislative happenings.  If you are one of the approximate 8 million residents of Long Island (Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings counties), or want to enjoy all law-related matters on Long Island, this podcast is for you! Your host, Zehava Schechter, is an attorney admitted to the New York Bar for 30 years.  She concentrates her private practice in estate planning, administration, and litigation; real estate law; contracts, and business formation and dissolution.  If you like this podcast, you may want to look for Zehava's monthly articles in the Malverne/West Hempstead Herald, Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald, Oceanside/Island Park Herald, and the Beacon newspapers. Our guest on this 27th episode is Rabbi Dr. Steven Moss, who retired in October, 2019 as chairman of the Suffolk County Human Rights Commission where he served for 28 years, since 1992.  Rabbi Moss also served as co-chair of the Suffolk County Anti-Bias Task Force and chair of the Islip Town Anti-Bias Task Force in the battle against anti-Semitism and other bias crimes. He is the longest sitting member on the Islip Town Board of Ethics and is also Director and Founder of STOPBIAS, an educational program for bias/hate crimes offenders. Rabbi Moss also serves as chaplain to the Suffolk County Police Department since 1986 and holds the rank of Chief of Chaplains.  Rabbi Moss also serves as chaplain at various hospitals and skilled nursing/assisted living homes in the Suffolk community. He is Rabbi Emeritus of B'nai Israel Reform Temple in Oakdale, New York, President of the Suffolk County Board of Rabbis and is past-president of numerous local and county organizations. He is also Chair of the Center for Social Justice and Human Understanding located in the library of the Selden Campus of Suffolk Community College. Rabbi Moss is a student of Kabbalah and meditation and has led workshops in these areas of Jewish life and study. Rabbi Moss' bike trip to Auschwitz was featured in Newsday: https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/oakdale-rabbi-auschwitz-bike-ride-1.32951997.  He has had articles printed in the Journal of the Central Conference of American Rabbis and in other publications.   He is the author of “An Anatomy of One Breath,” https://bnai-israel.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/53/2018/09/An_Anatomy_of_One_Breath.pdf Rabbi Steven Moss' contact information is: Email: rabbiemeritus@bnai-israel.org Telephone: (631) 793-5488 Welcome to the podcast, Rabbi Moss! Please contact us with your general questions or comments at LILawPodcast@gmail.com.  No podcast is a substitute for competent legal advice.  

Support the show: Patreon l Glow Episode Transcript Show: I sat down with Nora and Rabbi Tarlow to have a conversation about faith and life; honestly I was so very surprised by this conversation with the questions it left me wanting to ask afterwards. Guest Bio(s): Nora Speakman lives to remind others that they are at their most authentic essence and to provide them a pathway and courage to live that out. She lives a life of transformation knowing that it is a lifetime process. She is the author of What Does Your Heart Beat For and currently is writing Because Small Things Matter and Jesus Was A Guy I Knew. She also hosts the Re-tell Your Story Podcast Rabbi Tarlow was the director and rabbi of Texas A&M Hillel for thirty years. Tarlow retired on July 1, 2013, becoming its Rabbi Emeritus. Tarlow came to Texas A&M Hillel from Santiago, Chile and upon retirement he assumed the leadership of the Center for Latino – Jewish Relations. Tarlow writes a weekly bilingual social religious commentary that is read throughout the United States and Latin American and he also writes a monthly philosophy column for the Bryan Eagle. Tarlow has been a chaplain for the College Station police department since 1988 and has worked with the Bryan (Texas) Federal Prison Camp since 1987. Episode Transcript Music this week by the Silver Chair You can also find all the musical selections from all our episodes on our Spotify Playlist.  Check out all the things over at the store...it's a great way to support the show www.canisaythisatchurch.com/store What are you waiting for; consider becoming a Patreon supporter of the show. You'll have access to many perks as well as guaranteeing the future of these conversations; even $1/Month goes so far as this show is 100% listener supported.    Follow the show: https://www.facebook.com/CanISayThisAtChurch/ https://twitter.com/cistacpodcast https://www.canisaythisatchurch.com/

On October 24, 2019, I was invited to give the closing remarks at Greater Birmingham Ministries Summit - VisionQuest2020: Where do we go from here? This was the concluding event of GBM's observance of its 50th anniversary. The day began with remarks from Scott Douglas, GBM executive director, and Rabbi Jonathan Miller, Rabbi Emeritus of … Continue reading GBM Summit – VisionQuest2020 Get on the email list at notoriouslyepiscopalian.substack.com

Rabbi Moshe Stern is the Rabbi Emeritus of Shaarei Tefilah in Toronto. He was the President of the Toronto Va'ad Harabonim and a member of COR's Rabbinical Va'ad Hakashruth. Join him on the CORcast as he shares memories of his years in the rabbinate, including the time he invited Rabbi Meir Kahane to speak in his shul where he was arrested and taken to prison.

"The Mishkan Was An Illusion," Chizuk for Choref Zman, special sicha for bnei chul, by Guest Speaker, Rabbi Menachem Penner. YHE alumnus 1988. Dean of the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary of YU; Rabbi Emeritus, YI of Holliswood.  

Sr. Rabbi Emeritus and Taube Scholar Stephen Pearce delivers this evening's sermon on Feb. 1, 2019.

Rabbi Ira F. Stone, Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel (http://www.phillymussar.org/stone.html)presents his lecture "Messillat Yesharim Reading Classical Texts with a Contemporary Philosophic Lens," before a roundtable audience at Temple Chai (www.templechai.com/) in Phoenix, AZ. ABOUT THIS LECTURE: The most difficult task in reading classical texts is that of translation. Not from one language to another, but from one cultural context to another. Literal readings tend to miss the nuance and metaphor that one generation takes for granted, but becomes frozen over time. I will try to demonstrate how using a contemporary philosophic lens to read one particular classical text opens it up for contemporary understanding and serves as a model for reading such texts generally. DONATE: bit.ly/1NmpbsP For more info, please visit: www.facebook.com/valleybeitmidrash/ www.facebook.com/temple.chai twitter.com/VBMTorah www.facebook.com/RabbiShmulyYanklowitz/ Music: "They Say" by WowaMusik, a public domain track from the YouTube Audio Library.

Rabbi Ira F. Stone, Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel (www.phillymussar.org/stone.html)presents his lecture "The Greatest Jewish Philosopher That Nobody’s Heard Of: A Meeting with Emmanuel Levinas," before a roundtable audience at Congregation Or Tzion (www.congregationortzion.org) in Scottsdale, AZ. ABOUT THIS LECTURE: Although widely known in the world of contemporary secular philosophy, the work of the French-Jewish philosopher, Emanuel Levinas, is hardly known at all in the Jewish world. His work has made little or no impact on contemporary Jewish discourse. Yet, his work is deeply grounded in Jewish texts and thought and, more importantly, offers a powerful way of approaching Jewish life in the post Shoa world. I will try to introduce his life and work and discuss why it is so important for our time. DONATE: bit.ly/1NmpbsP For more info, please visit: www.facebook.com/valleybeitmidrash/ www.facebook.com/OrTzionAZ/ twitter.com/VBMTorah www.facebook.com/RabbiShmulyYanklowitz/ Music: "They Say" by WowaMusik, a public domain track from the YouTube Audio Library.

Marble has a rich history of participating in interfaith activities and one of the highlights is our “Trialogue” hosted by Dr. Michael Brown. The focus of the service is a conversation among spiritual leaders of three faiths: Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Ask a friend to join you for this unique and memorable worship experience. We will also have a special extended Talk Back after Worship in the Sanctuary when the conversation will continue. Leaders speaking at our Tri-Faith Service are: Laila Marie Al-Askari is the Director of Administration and Finance for The Brick Presbyterian Church where she is developing the organization’s systems to service inreach and outreach needs as well as interfaith work. In 2014 the Islamic Center of New York University (ICNYU) awarded her the Visionaries Award for her work in co-founding the Islamic Center during her undergraduate years at NYU. Ms. Al-Askari’s interfaith work has led her in many directions. In 2017 she joined the board of the Muslim Community Network to continue her work on building bridges within communities. She has served as Treasurer for the American Society for the Advancement of Muslims, and served as the Muslim representative to the Executive Committee for Auburn Seminary’s Face to Face Faith to Faith Program for conflict resolution, and currently serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of the Cordoba House and the Islamic Sunday School Program. Recently she participated in the Muslim Leadership Training program jointly sponsored by the Cordoba House and the Hartford Seminary. As a member of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, Ms. Al-Askari continues her interfaith journey of building bridges. Ms. Al-Askari is a graduate of New York University with a BA and MA in Near Eastern Literature and Languages, and an MBA in Healthcare Administration from Baruch College/Mt. Sinai School of Medicine and is a Certified Health Care Executive (CHE). She was the Administrator for Cardiology at Beth Israel Medical Center, and later at Montefiore Medical Center, worked in the Otolaryngology and Ophthalmology Departments as the Director of Business and Clinical Affairs providing needed services for underserved areas. For this work she was one of the first administrators to become a Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine. Rabbi Joe Potasnik is the Executive Vice President of The New York Board of Rabbis, the largest interdenominational rabbinic body in the world. He is presently Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Mount Sinai in Brooklyn Heights, New York, and serves as Chaplain of the New York City Fire Department. He is co-host of “Religion on the Line,” which airs on WABC Talk Radio 770 AM, serves as the religious commentator for 1010 WINS Radio, and hosts the TV program Faith to Faith on the Jewish Broadcasting Service. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Center for Thought & Culture. In the past he served as a member of the New York Human Rights Commission, and Chaplain of the New York Press Club. He was awarded the Jan Karski Humanitarian Award by the Polish Consulate and also received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. He has published numerous articles in New York City newspapers, including the New York Post. He was selected by the Forward Newspaper as one of the 50 most inspiring Rabbis. Rabbi Potasnik received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Yeshiva College, his Master of Science from the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Yeshiva University and was ordained at Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary of Yeshiva University. In addition, he received his Juris Doctor degree from Brooklyn Law School. Dr. Michael Brown

How can a shared concept of the Divine inspire faith leaders to collaboratively address issues of social justice in Houston? The “three amigos” Archbishop Joseph Fiorenza, Rabbi Samuel Karff, and Rev. William Lawson (who was unable to attend due to a recent surgery) share their interfaith work and how it’s influenced their own spirituality and ministry in service to the community, moderated by Melanie Lawson, award winning journalist. Rabbi Karff is Rabbi Emeritus at Congregation Beth Israel; Archbishop Fiorenza is Archbishop Emeritus of Galveston-Houston; and Rev. Lawson is the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. Working together they have tackled some of Houston's most challenging problems, including homelessness, juvenile incarceration, and fair housing. Concept of the Divine series provides a unique opportunity for speakers to share how their personal concept of the Divine has changed over time and shaped their lives, their service to the community, and views about their place in the cosmos.

Rabbi Daniel A. Roberts is currently Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Emanu El, and part-time Rabbi, at Temple Beth Israel in Sharon, PA. He has served as Chaplain in the US Navy and is co-author of Clergy Retirement; Every Ending Has A New Beginning.http://opentohope.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/04052438/Rabbi-Daniel-Roberts-MP3-for-Audio-Podcasting.mp3

What defines American Jewish identity? Join Rabbi Goor in a searching discussion on politics and the pulpit. Rabbi Donald Goor, Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Judea Tarzana, California, currently serves as Rabbinic Liaison at ARZA World Travel in Jerusalem and as Campus Rabbi at the Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion in Jerusalem. Rabbi Goor grew up in San Diego, California, as the son of a rabbi. He graduated the University of California at Berkeley with honors and distinction. In 1987, he was ordained at the Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion in New York. Rabbi Goor then joined Temple Judea where he remained for 27 years serving as Senior Rabbi. During his time in Los Angeles, Rabbi Goor served on the faculty of Hebrew Union College where he taught second and fifth year rabbinic students, addressing topics that relate to the practical aspects of being in the clergy. Rabbi Goor continues his own studies at the Hartman Institute in Jerusalem as a fellow in the Center for Rabbinic Enrichment Program. He co-founded the HOPE Network, the Valley Interfaith Council’s Homeless Project. He has chaired the “Jewish Federation/Valley Alliance’s Jewish Community Relations Council,” and co-chaired the Jewish Federation’s “Cults and Missionaries Commission.” After completing a course of studies he received the honor of being a Fellow at the Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. In July of 2013, Rabbi Goor and his husband, Cantor Evan Kent, fulfilled a life dream and made Aliyah. In Jerusalem he serves on the boards of Shutaf, an informal education program for kids with special needs, and the David Forman Foundation for Social Justice.

Today’s guest on our show is Rabbi Mark Gellman. Rabbi Gellman is the Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Beth Torah in … Read More →

Rabbi Emeritus of Holy Blossom Temple, Toronto, on his trip to Hanoi, on March 17, 1967. Rabbi Feinberg, Rabbi Emeritus of Holy Blossom Temple in Toronto, was in the Bay Area on a speaking trip to convey his observations and views to the American public. Rabbi Feinberg was a native of Belair, Ohio and served as rabbi of Holy Blossom Temple from 1943 to 1961. He is the author of "Storm the Gates or Jericho," and was a widely known writer and lecturer in behalf of social justice, peace and the role of the Jewish people in the contemporary world. He was an active Zionist leader, and during his rabbinate was one of the outstanding leaders of the Central Conference of American Rabbis.