Rabbis Without Borders
Rabbis Without Borders is a dynamic forum for exploring contemporary issues in the Jewish world and beyond. Written by rabbis of different denominations, viewpoints, and parts of the country, Rabbis Without Borders is a project of Clal – The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership.
Why I Did a 180 on “Kosher Soul”
A friend tipped me off to a new reality TV show that was about to begin publicizing its pilot episode. ...
A True Sports Hero — And A Mentsch
It’s getting hard to find role models in sports these days. Especially in the National Football League, where stars such ...
What’s the Best Way to Teach Jewish Texts to Adults?
“Should we offer the best classes we can, or teach adults to become independent learners of Jewish texts?”So my memory ...
Football and Values at a Crossroads
As a high school marching band member, I attended every school football game. So, you’d think I could tell you ...
It’s Not Fair!
“It’s not fair!” If you are like me you have both had this said to you and have said it ...
Renewing Disruptive Innovation
In April, I represented ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal among #tenrabbis joining CLAL co-president Irwin Kula at the TriBeCa Disruptive ...
I Read the News Today… Oh Boy!
Yesterday morning while on the treadmill in the gym, I tuned in to the television to see a brief update ...
Listen to me. Think for yourself
“Why didn’t you listen to me,” I heard a mother tell her daughter on their way out of the mall. ...
Is the Bar Mitzvah Over?
The simple answer, of course, is no. Bar/Bat Mitzvah is one of the most popular Jewish rituals in the United ...
Strangers and Black Crabs
My husband and I just returned from vacation, which included a stop in the Bahamas. Lucky for us, it rained. ...