A Jewish Cleric’s Meditation for Self-Care
In what now seems like a premonition, Fall 2019 edition of The Reform Jewish Quarterly was dedicated to spiritual and mental wellness, including self-care in times…
Read articleQuick Prayer for Compassion
Here’s another in my “Quick Prayer” series, short prayers focused on a particular topic. The last line includes a choice to use either Hebrew or English…
Read articleThe Details of Beauty
A gift for Shabbat. A reminder. A reminder for those in sorrow and grief, those who are tired, numb and especially to those who’ve run…
Read articleLech Lecha 5774: For Service
In Lech Lecha, G-d tells Avram that he will be a blessing to humanity. “…and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and be…
Read articleFor Compassion
This is a prayer about finding compassion for each other in service to G-d. To listen, click on the triangle in the bar below. The text…
Read articleSmall Moments
This prayer is about seeking the smallest moments of beauty and compassion. When we seek compassion, our souls bonds with the idea that it is an essential…
Read articleFor Service
A prayer about living a life of service. It appears in my book, Jewish Prayers of Hope and Healing. I have also selected it for use…
Read articleShavuot Prayers and Stories
Prayers and stories for Shavuot. To read them, click on the name of the prayer. Learning and Loving Torah “For the Gift of Torah Scholarship” – Giving thanks for Torah scholars…
Read articleOmer, Week Seven: Malchut
Here’s a list of prayers for the themes of week seven of Counting the Omer: Malchut– Nobility, sovereignty, leadership. They’re listed in my suggested order, from day 43 at…
Read articleOmer, Week Six: Yesod
Here’s a list of prayers for the themes of week six of Counting the Omer: Yesod– Foundation, bonding. They’re listed in my suggested order, from day 36 at the…
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