Podcasts about rabbi neil blumofe

Rabbi Neil Blumofe is the senior rabbi at Congregation Agudas Achim in Austin, Texas, and has been part of that community for 26 years! Rabbi Blumofe and I talk about how music can help facilitate community and spirituality. If life is improvisation, then Judaism is jazz. And sometimes rock 'n roll. We also talk about forgiveness, belonging, what makes something sacred and how forgiveness is possible at any time.You can learn more about Rabbi Blumofe's work here: https://theaustinsynagogue.org/rabbi-neil-f-blumofe/

The Rev and Rav Talk Sabbatical Year (Shmita). Austin clergy Rev. Daryl Horton and Rabbi Neil Blumofe talk about Shmita, the sabbatical year practice described in Exodus, Leviticus, and Deutoronomy—exploring concepts such as economic justice, human nature, faith, and enoughness. Daryl and Neil are each respected faith and community leader in Austin, TX. They've each served as directors of Interfaith Action of Central Texas, working towards a common good for all. About Our GuestsRev. Dr. Daryl Horton is Pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Austin, TX. He has served the Austin community in different capacities and leadership positions. Pastor Horton stands boldly for equity and justice as a leader and resource. His goal is to mobilize disciples for mission throughout the Austin community. Read his full bio here. Rabbi Neil Blumofe serves as Senior Rabbi at Congregation Agudas Achim in Austin, TX. He is involved in Jewish teaching and learning locally, nationally, and internationally, and is active in civic life and leadership in Austin. Read his full bio here. ConnectVisit the "Rev and Rav" Facebook page here. ReferencesQuestion 1: Adventures Interfaith Action of Central Texas Rev and Rav Road Trips Rev and Rav Road Trip travel videos National Civil Rights Museum (Memphis, TN) The Legacy Museum (Montgomery, AL) The Civil Rights Memorial (Montgomery, AL) Pettus Bridge (Selma, AL)) Slave trade tip of Manhattan (tiny plaque photo)  Slave trade Manhattan Ellis Island The Peekskill Riots Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary  "" "" > Certificate in Jewish-Christian Relationship Question: 2 Rest for the Land Exodus Chapter 23: 10-11 Sharecropping  Historic St John's District Association (Austin, TX) St. John's District Association garden  Dominion God grants Adam and Eve domninion over animals (Genesis 1:26) Question: 3 The Release of Debts Deuteronomy 15: 1-2 "If we mistreat the land, then the land will vomit us up" (Leviticus 18:28) Theem Suum, getting out of your own way Payday lending  Hebrew Free Loan Society  Question 4: Jubilee (Freedom & Returning Home) Leviticus 25: 10 The Emancipation Proclamation  Juneteenth (June nineteenth)  This is the Hebrew year of 5782 The Hebrew calendar 5782 is a Shmita year Shmita practices occuring in Israel now  "First Right of Return" (Austin, TX program; the opportunity to return to your neighborhood) Composting QuotesI think it is time to transition to the place, especially in the church, where we understand the need for people to have basic needs met. And so for churches that have enough property, you're beginning to see churches that are planting gardens… — DarylGod is saying, "You do not have dominion over the Earth." Rather, the Earth is the Lord's, as it says in Psalms, and you are in fact part of a larger system, a larger ecosystem, a larger rhythm of how this world, your world, functions." — NeilGod is saying, do you have faith in me enough to let the land lie and rest for a year? And I think that that kind of challenge is an incredible challenge, and it's something that in every generation we get to decide if we are up to. — NeilSo the land is providing food, but we have to understand too, that underneath all of that, ultimately, God provides for us, and we shouldn't take that partnership or that sense of obligation of that land for granted in our lives. — NeilDebt is a burden that can bury one or prohibit one from living a free life… How can we help our young people, teach them how to become financially astute? — DarylIf we are able to bless God with what God provides for us, then God will help to sustain us. It's a Faith movement. — DarylWe as a Christian community should help those who are trying to participate in the economic environment in this country, but not be burdened by it. — Daryl  Even if we aren't able to change the system, I think there are some things we can begin to do. — DarylIf you come to the synagogue we're gonna feed you, and we're gonna feed you every time, and that's a very holy thing. — Neil(A Shmita practice today) would be a deepening of our faith… there's always room to learn to trust God more. — DarylWe have to pay attention to the linkage between our psychology and what we do in the world. — NeilWhat role can we play in the Faith community to honor the challenge and the command that God has given us to not just take care and have Dominion over this planet, but to love our neighbor. — Daryl Shmita is not a year issue. It's actually more like a two year or even three year issue... — NeilWhat can we do to set a foundation so that a couple of generations from now it becomes so normal for us to take responsibility for the planet and each other's financial status that we don't even second guess it anymore, it's the expectation. — DarylI sit with the juxtaposition that in the book of Deuteronomy it both says, “There shall be no needy,” and “Poverty will never disappear,” and this idea that we can generate hope from that place… — NeilMaybe it's embodied in Indigenous cultures, but I think we can (have) the best of both worlds. We can recognize the science of how we grow and manufacture and do, but we can also recognize and tap into those who have been doing this much, much longer than Science. — Neil ###############Thanks for listening. This podcast was produced and edited by Chris Searles.Visit the AllCreation podcast site or AllCreation.org for more. 

November 15, 2021: Weekly Witness: Featuring a panel to discuss the recent rise in anti-Semitism in Texas, including: Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Congregation Agudas Achim in Austin; Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Faith Commons in Dallas; Renee Lafair, Anti-Defamation League-Austin; and Rev. Jonathan Page, First Congregational Church of Houston.

Weaving traditional liturgical melodies and the poetry of Amichai and Cohen, Rabbi Neil Blumofe walks us deep into the heart of love, through the morning/Shacharit service.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe explores the life and work of pianist, improviser and composer Myra Melford.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe explores the life and work of pianist, improviser and composer Myra Melford.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe explores the life and work of pianist, improviser and composer Myra Melford.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe talks about the life of Jack Sheldon following his passing on Dec 27, 2019.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe talks about the life of Jack Sheldon following his passing on Dec 27, 2019.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe talks about the life of Jack Sheldon following his passing on Dec 27, 2019.

Eugene “Jug” Ammons AKA “The Boss” was a tenor saxophonist known for his bold, R&B-soul sound. His vast discography as a bandleader and occasional sideman stretch from the 1950s to the 1970s. In this episode of Liner Notes, Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the legacy of Gene Ammons.

Clarence “King Pleasure” Beeks was a fronting vocalist and early innovator of the “vocalese” style, whose discography spanned two decades in the mid twentieth century. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the career and influence of King Pleasure.

Guitarist George Benson recorded his first album at the age of 21 and continues to be a tremendous influence in the guitar world. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the ongoing life and career of George Benson.

Guitarist George Benson recorded his first album at the age of 21 and continues to be a tremendous influence in the guitar world. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the ongoing life and career of George Benson.

Clarence “King Pleasure” Beeks was a fronting vocalist and early innovator of the “vocalese” style, whose discography spanned two decades in the mid twentieth century. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the career and influence of King Pleasure.

Eugene “Jug” Ammons AKA “The Boss” was a tenor saxophonist known for his bold, R&B-soul sound. His vast discography as a bandleader and occasional sideman stretch from the 1950s to the 1970s. In this episode of Liner Notes, Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the legacy of Gene Ammons.

Eugene “Jug” Ammons AKA “The Boss” was a tenor saxophonist known for his bold, R&B-soul sound. His vast discography as a bandleader and occasional sideman stretch from the 1950s to the 1970s. In this episode of Liner Notes, Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the legacy of Gene Ammons.

Clarence “King Pleasure” Beeks was a fronting vocalist and early innovator of the “vocalese” style, whose discography spanned two decades in the mid twentieth century. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the career and influence of King Pleasure.

Guitarist George Benson recorded his first album at the age of 21 and continues to be a tremendous influence in the guitar world. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discusses the ongoing life and career of George Benson.

Through his innovative post-bop, fusion and soul jazz, guitarist Pat Martino overcame a memory crisis and focused on the present to rediscover his technique. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe recollects Pat Martino, his struggle with amnesia, and how he re-learned his iconic technique.

Through his innovative post-bop, fusion and soul jazz, guitarist Pat Martino overcame a memory crisis and focused on the present to rediscover his technique. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe recollects Pat Martino, his struggle with amnesia, and how he re-learned his iconic technique.

Through his innovative post-bop, fusion and soul jazz, guitarist Pat Martino overcame a memory crisis and focused on the present to rediscover his technique. In this edition of Liner Notes, jazz historian and Rabbi Neil Blumofe recollects Pat Martino, his struggle with amnesia, and how he re-learned his iconic technique.

Listen back to a very special edition of KUT’s Views and Brews recorded live at the Blanton Museum on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin,“The City Within Our City.” KUT’s Rebecca McInroy hosts Dr. Rich Reddick, Dr. Cherise Smith, Rabbi Neil Blumofe, and Blanton Curator Veronica Roberts to talk about “The City,”...

Listen back to a very special edition of KUT’s Views and Brews recorded live at the Blanton Museum on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin,“The City Within Our City.” KUT’s Rebecca McInroy hosts Dr. Rich Reddick, Dr. Cherise Smith, Rabbi Neil Blumofe, and Blanton Curator Veronica Roberts to talk about “The City,” […]

After a powerful day at Gettysburg National Park with rabbinic colleagues, a conversation with Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Senior Rabbi of Congregation Agudas Achim in Austin, Texas, reflecting on the bloody battle, Abraham Lincoln and Noah.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe is the Senior Rabbi of Congregation Agudas Achim in Austin, Texas. Originally from outside of Chicago, Neil chose chose to come to Austin in 1998 to help be a part of and build the pioneering spirit in Austin. In this episode Jeremy and Neil talk spirituality, community, jazz and how they are all related. They talk about breath, truth and the importance of connecting with people in the quickening pace of our present day. In 2014 Neil was in Jerusalem where missiles were being launched at the city. Air raid sirens would come out of nowhere and people didn't know what to do. The first step was breathing. Then came a melody. At the end of the podcast Rabbi Neil and Jeremy sing this melody together.

Join playwright and novelist Kirk Lynn, Rabbi Neil Blumofe and KUT’s Rebecca McInroy in a discussion about the role of prayer today, and what the idea and act of prayer teach us about how we understand our world, one another, and ourselves.

Join playwright and novelist Kirk Lynn, Rabbi Neil Blumofe and KUT’s Rebecca McInroy in a discussion about the role of prayer today, and what the idea and act of prayer teach us about how we understand our world, one another, and ourselves.

A conversation about love, tragedy, hollow earth theory, and the power of humor. KUT’s Rebecca McInroy joins Rabbi Neil Blumofe and host of KUT’s  The Write Up, Owen Egerton. Owen’s new book Hollow explores how we make sense of devastating loss, and face our own mortality in a fragmented world. Rabbi Blumofe will discuss what mystical […]

A conversation about love, tragedy, hollow earth theory, and the power of humor. KUT’s Rebecca McInroy joins Rabbi Neil Blumofe and host of KUT’s  The Write Up, Owen Egerton. Owen’s new book Hollow explores how we make sense of devastating loss, and face our own mortality in a fragmented world. Rabbi Blumofe will discuss what mystical...

Join KUT’s Rebecca McInroy along with Rabbi Neil Blumofe and a live jazz quintet, for a night of great conversation and live music as we explore the legacy and influence of the Brothers Jones. Hank, Thad, and Elvin Jones were each supreme musicians – they were also brothers and represent an important legacy in the...

Join KUT’s Rebecca McInroy along with Rabbi Neil Blumofe and a live jazz quintet, for a night of great conversation and live music as we explore the legacy and influence of the Brothers Jones. Hank, Thad, and Elvin Jones were each supreme musicians – they were also brothers and represent an important legacy in the […]

In this episode of Views & Brews, KUT’s Rebecca McInroy joins Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Dr. Judith Coffin, Mark Micale in discussion on the parallel development of psychoanalysis and jazz in the early 20th century. What does it mean to listen? What does it mean to reveal? How can closing our vulnerablities make us more resilient? What happens […]

In this episode of Views & Brews, KUT’s Rebecca McInroy joins Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Dr. Judith Coffin, Mark Micale in discussion on the parallel development of psychoanalysis and jazz in the early 20th century. What does it mean to listen? What does it mean to reveal? How can closing our vulnerablities make us more resilient? What happens...

George Gershwin was a legendary American jazz musician in the 1920s and 30s. In his short life, he was able to establish a style that would continue to influence the way music is composed. In this episode, Rebecca McInroy and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discuss Gerwin’s legacy from his Russian roots, to his background of growing […]

George Gershwin was a legendary American jazz musician in the 1920s and 30s. In his short life, he was able to establish a style that would continue to influence the way music is composed. In this episode, Rebecca McInroy and Rabbi Neil Blumofe discuss Gerwin’s legacy from his Russian roots, to his background of growing...

In this Views and Brews Remix feature on Benny Goodman host Rebecca McInroy and Rabbi Neil Blumofe engage in a spirited discussion about Goodman’s life, music and his relationships to his musicians — specifically, pianist Teddy Wilson, vibraphonist Lionel Hampton, and guitarist Charlie Christian-and some of Austin’s best musicians help us relive Goodman’s style. Featuring: […]

In this Views and Brews Remix feature on Benny Goodman host Rebecca McInroy and Rabbi Neil Blumofe engage in a spirited discussion about Goodman’s life, music and his relationships to his musicians — specifically, pianist Teddy Wilson, vibraphonist Lionel Hampton, and guitarist Charlie Christian-and some of Austin’s best musicians help us relive Goodman’s style. Featuring:...

Bill Frisell is not only an innovator on jazz guitar, but has worked in many genres to develop a sound-rich landscape. He fuses many cultures and sensibilities together, which can help us navigate our way through the modern American experience, both tangibly and metaphysically. Rabbi Neil Blumofe describes his sound as post-post-modern.

Bill Frisell is not only an innovator on jazz guitar, but has worked in many genres to develop a sound-rich landscape. He fuses many cultures and sensibilities together, which can help us navigate our way through the modern American experience, both tangibly and metaphysically. Rabbi Neil Blumofe describes his sound as post-post-modern.

Bill Frisell is not only an innovator on jazz guitar, but has worked in many genres to develop a sound-rich landscape. He fuses many cultures and sensibilities together, which can help us navigate our way through the modern American experience, both tangibly and metaphysically. Rabbi Neil Blumofe describes his sound as post-post-modern.

Rabbi Neil Blumofe examines American jazz musician in this week’s Liner Notes short. The composer, arranger and pianist is most well known for his involvement in the bebop era, but also in the swing and hard bop genres. The Cleveland native collaborated with other Liner Notes artists such as Sarah Vaughan, Dizzy Gillespie and Benny...

Rabbi Neil Blumofe examines American jazz musician in this week’s Liner Notes short. The composer, arranger and pianist is most well known for his involvement in the bebop era, but also in the swing and hard bop genres. The Cleveland native collaborated with other Liner Notes artists such as Sarah Vaughan, Dizzy Gillespie and Benny […]

Rabbi Neil Blumofe examines American jazz musician in this week’s Liner Notes short. The composer, arranger and pianist is most well known for his involvement in the bebop era, but also in the swing and hard bop genres. The Cleveland native collaborated with other Liner Notes artists such as Sarah Vaughan, Dizzy Gillespie and Benny...