Archive for December 2023
Shabbat Greetings
This week we finish reading the book of Genesis with the portion, Vayechi (Genesis 47:28-50:26). It is a powerful book containing so many important themes. But there is one theme that runs…
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This week’s Torah portion, Vayigash (Genesis 44:18-47:27), Joseph finally reveals himself to his brothers, and secures a place and a future for the family in Egypt in the province of Goshen. The Torah…
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Temple Shalom and New Light Baptist Community Church are joining together for their 20th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Reverend Edna Wiley will deliver the special sermon…
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We are all born with a sense that our lives are supposed to make a difference. As kids, we imagine ourselves in moments of adventure and greatness, moments of nobility…
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It’s that time of year. Nights are longer, and we are preparing to light up the darkness with the candles of our menorahs. Traditionally on Hanukkah, “gelt” (money) is distributed…
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Temple Shalom and the Alan J Malinger Rock Shabbat Fund are pleased to present Syd Bakal as our featured artist in residence for Shabbat evening service, Friday, December 15, 2023…
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One of the most challenaging stories in the Torah concerns Jacob and his nocturnal encounter with a mysterious opponent with whom he wrestles throughout one fateful night. This week’s Torah…
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