Rabbi's Corner

Message from the Rabbi

Fight or Flight
"But the more they were oppressed, the more they increased and spread out, so that the [Egyptians] came to dread the Israelites." (Exodus 1:12)

How we respond to any given circumstance is a choice we make. In the case of being attacked, we instinctively respond with fight or flight.  Still a choice. Whether it is someone being mean to us or someone showing us love, we have a choice as to how to respond.  Some of us understand why we react the way we do and some of us are still learning. That said, how we counter that initial interaction will cause a reply. That is their choice.  All we can do is be responsible for ourselves. How they respond is a reflection on themselves.  At the end of the day we can only be accountable for our own actions.

This week’s discussion is  “Who Do You Think You Are?” can be found at this link

Mark Your Calendars all sessions on Thursdays at 8:00pm  on Zoom 
January 30
Religion and Politics
Now that President Trump has been inaugurated, it is time to have a serious conversation about the role of religion in politics.  Our country has steadfastly stood behind the principle of seperation of church and state.  But have we?  Let's have a serious discussion about the role of religion in shaping society.

February 13
Not all Uncomfortable Conversations Have to Be Difficult
We all have to visit someone who is ill, elderly or make a shiva call.  In this workshop, I will teach you about how to do that. What is the best way to start?  How do you move on from just talking about the weather?  And how to end the conversation.  No doubt this workshop will deepen every conversation and I look forward to sharing my 30+ years experience in this area.

March 20 
Whine and Wine
We like to brainstorm ideas about how to survive life.  Or just complain.  In the past we have talked about raising kids or dealing with aging parents or both at the same time.  Well, holidays present their own unique set of challenges, especially Passover.  Let's get it all out and talk or just kvetch.