Rabbi's Corner

Message from the Rabbi

Real Equality
“The name of Asher’s daughter was Serah.” (Numbers 26:46)
After a long list of men who will make up the armed forces of the Jewish people, the sons who will fight for our survival, the text pauses and reminds us there were daughters also.  In today’s Israeli army women make extraordinary contributions right alongside the men. 
For the Jewish people to survive we need everyone to contribute.  While some ignore the great women of our people we have long reminded our little girls that they can be the next Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel and Leah. When our children open their prayer books they see their names prominently displayed alongside Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.  

This week's Shabbat discussion is entitled, "Family Stain" 

The month of Elul, the month before the High Holidays is time to prepare for the coming Holiday season and year.  Many devote themselves to study during that time.
Wednesday evenings from 8:00-9:00 September 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2024
This four-week course is for individuals of all experience levels. Throughout the course, we will learn the most commonly recited Jewish prayers and blessings. The class will be conducted using transliteration, which means the Hebrew text will be presented alongside phonetic pronunciation for ease of learning. The essential prayers and blessings we will cover include the High Holy Day blessings, Shabbat blessings, Aliyot for Torah reading, and core prayers like the Shema and V’ahavta. By the end of this course, you will be able to actively participate in Jewish rituals and ceremonies with confidence.
Registering is a must by rsvping to Rabbistein@ghcny.org so I know if we have enough interest to run this course.  Additionally, you can let me know what you are most interested in.
This course will be held on zoom. I will be providing the link when you register.