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Inviting Everyone In

Rabbi's Message

Rabbi’s Message – February 16, 2023 Over the years, Temple has participated heavily in interfaith work.  Those who are interested in learning more about Judaism know they have an open invitation to delve deeper here at Temple Israel.  Through collaborations on social justice, community health, education opportunities, and, of course, our Jewish Cultural Festival, we […]

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Creating Warmth

Rabbi's Message

Rabbi’s Message – December 1, 2022 This week’s Torah portion, VaYeitzei, is aptly translated as “he went out,” referring to Jacob leaving Beersheva.  Within the first several verses we read about Jacob’s famous dream, in which he sees a ladder going between the land and the heavens.  He will eventually recognize that there are angels

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