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Crossing the Bridge from the Particular to the Universal jemerman September 3, 2025 Rosh HaShanah Image: This year, as Jews across the globe begin to prepare for the High Holy […]

Right Here, Right Now: How Meditation is Like Shabbat kbkaput September 1, 2025 Shabbat Image: “Take a moment to settle in to being here,” I say aloud. My eyes are

Five Takeaways from a Jewish Meditation Retreat for Activists kbkaput September 1, 2025 Spirituality Image: A couple of weekends ago, I did something totally beyond my comfort zone. Along with

How Meditation is Preparing Me for the High Holidays kbkaput August 31, 2025 High Holidays Image: In June, I saw a post in a local Facebook group that intrigued me:

Five Things to Consider this Yom Kippur jemerman August 29, 2025 High Holidays Image: Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish year, does not offer simple answers. As we

Poems of Sorrow and Hope jemerman August 28, 2025 Arts and Culture Image: As I wrestled with my feelings after October 7th, I found that poetry offered me an unexpected

What I Wish I Still Didn’t Understand jemerman August 27, 2025 Antisemitism and Hate Crimes Image: As I continued to watch antisemitism and Christian nationalism rise, I found myself worrying

Two Pockets, Two Lessons, One New Year jemerman August 27, 2025 Yom Kippur Image: As the shofar’s call approaches and we step into the sacred space of a new year,

Reflecting on our Jewish Identities, Safety, and Belonging jemerman August 20, 2025 Modern Day Issues in Antisemitism Image: As a Jew, do you feel welcomed and safe to express your

Let Kids Read Books During High Holiday Services jemerman August 5, 2025 Parenting Image: In the fifth grade, I aged out of my synagogue’s High Holidays kiddie services. Countless Jewish