Mother’s Day
A man calls his mother: “Mom, how are you?” “Not too good,” she says. “I’ve been very weak.” “Why are you so weak?” he asks. “Because I haven’t eaten in 38 days.” “That’s terrible! Why haven’t you eaten?” “Because I didn’t want my mouth to be filled with food if you should call.” Like so […]
Passover is Weird
Last spring, I sat on a particularly memorable beit din (a panel of rabbis who make religious decisions) to approve a conversion. When we asked the candidate, a joyful man in his early 30s about to welcome his first child, which holiday he appreciates most, he said, “Passover.” When I asked why, he replied, “I […]
Religious School
On behalf of the religious school community, we congratulate Cantor Rabbi Kelly Onickel on her ordination! We are excited to celebrate with her at Shabbat services on Friday, May 1. The celebration continues Sunday, May 3, when all are invited to a concert and festive luncheon. Students will participate in the presentation on May 3 […]
Religious School
Our Wicked Purim Party last month was a fun-filled celebration of the month of Adar!Thank you to everyone who participated, especially all who volunteered with setting up, food service and cleaning up. It really does take a village. With that, Passover is already upon us! Dan and I wish you all a wonderful Passover holiday […]
Cantor’s Corner
Cantor Kelly Onickel As I am writing this article, I am exactly two weeks out from ordination. So many of you have already become sponsors in honor of this very important time in my life. I cannot thank you all enough. I know I have said this many times before, but I feel so incredibly […]
Cantor’s Corner
I can’t believe that April is finally here! Why? Because that means I am 27 days away from being ordained! I cannot wait to be done with this part of my life, and I am looking forward to what is ahead. I have had many people ask me what my plan is. In last month’s […]