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Coming Out L’dor V’dor: Different Expectations for Different Generations

Until my grandfather’s death in July, I’d only attended one funeral. It was for a friend’s father in the seventh ...

When Leaders Need Chaplains

An important aspect of spiritual leadership is ministering to people in times of stress and pain as chaplains do. Below ...

Saved by Leonard Cohen

Some people find Christ in their darkest hour. Others turn to Allah. But if you’re a Jew, young, and in ...

Mourning the Loss of a Non-Jewish Parent

“Ima, Aunt Angela is trying to reach you. I know it’s grandma! I want to go to her funeral!” My ...