As many of you know, Dick and I recently traveled on a cruise to New Zealand and Australia.
And yes, once again I led services on the ship.
One thing I have learned is a bond exists between Jews no matter where we are.
Voices
Bylined opinion and news columns published by United Hebrew Congregation Terre Haute.
Each generation adjusts to challenges; Sisterhood collects items for foster families
Another year has passed. Generation after generation will repeat the question, “Where did the year go?” and each generation will reflectively ask, “I wonder what kind of life past generations lived?”
But we have work to do to help the the current generation. Borrowed Hearts is a new organization that is working with foster families. They need help from the community.
Sisterhood will collect items for foster families need, such as clothing and personal items. Some of the foster children arrive with no possessions. A greater need exists in the community than many of us may realize.
URJ Biennial delivers entertainment, energy and promise of new Temple programming
Dick and I just returned from the Union of Reform Judaism Biennial in Boston. This is the first time we had ever attended. What an experience it was!
The sessions were very informative, from Hebrew Union College Dean and Rabbi Jonathan Cohen’s text study on family life to a live taping of On Being with Krista Tippett.
The energetic and spiritual Shabbat services were like nothing I had ever attended.
Sisterhood stocks Hanukkah Gift Shop for holiday season, plans future outings
Another month has passed and as you read this I’m sure you all had a great Thanksgiving with family and friends.
The Hanukkah Gift Shop is stocked with new items for you to select for the holiday. Hanukkah is such a meaningful time of the year.