January 2025

Community at Temple Israel Rabbi’s Message – January 30, 2025 Two weeks ago, we listened to two great sermons by Reverend Ward and Rabbi Bodney-Halasz over MLK weekend about what we might do when we find ourselves stuck in a holding pattern.  Reverend Ward offered the image of someone, angry at God, entering services with […]

Community at Temple Israel Rabbi’s Message – January 23, 2025 This week, like many of you, I found myself glued to the livestream from Hostage Square, watching as Romi, Emily, and Doron were released into the hands of the Red Cross. As I witnessed this sacred moment, I heard the news reporter recite Shehechiyanu, the blessing