Parashat Chayei Sarah (The Life of Sarah) Beresheet (Genesis) 23:1 – 25:8 Haftarah: I Kings 1:1-31 In a world filled with varying narratives and perspectives, standing for truth has become both vital and challenging. This … Read More
Mysterious Ways
Parashat Vayeira (And He Appeared) Beresheet (Genesis) 18:1 – 22:24 Haftarah: II Kings 4:1-37 As I was reading Genesis 18, I was struck by the very special relationship between God and Abraham. Genesis 18:1-3 opens … Read More
Unchanging Grace; Steadfast Love
Parashat Lech Lecha (Go Forth) Beresheet (Genesis) 12:1–17:27 Haftarah: Isaiah 40:27-41:16 As we reflect on Parashat Lech Lecha from Genesis 12, we are reminded of the boundless faithfulness of our God, a loving Father who … Read More
Understanding Hezbollah and Conflict
Hezbollah: An Overview Amidst the Northern Front Conflict With the escalation of conflict on Israel’s northern front, many are asking: Who and what is Hezbollah? What drives their actions, and how can we better understand … Read More
Judgement & Mercy
Parashat Noah Genesis 6:9 – 11:32 Haftarah: Isaiah 66:1-24 Shabbat Rosh Chodesh This week’s readings from the Parashah and Haftarah offer a deep reflection on God’s judgment, grace, and the risks of our human pride. … Read More
His Peace in the Chaos
Parashat Beresheet: In the Beginning Beresheet (Genesis) 1:1-6:8 Haftarah: Isaiah 42:5-43:10 As we embark on a new cycle of Torah readings, we find ourselves revisiting the first chapters of Beresheet, also known as “Genesis”. This … Read More
Sukkot: A Prophetic Journey from the Desert to the Kingdom
As we are amid the celebration of Sukkot (the Feast of Booths or Tabernacles), we are reminded of its deep roots in history and its significance for the future. Sukkot is one of the most … Read More
The Lord, He is God!
Shabbat Chol HaMoed Sukkot Exodus 32:12–34:26 Haftarah: Ezekiel 38:18–39:16 This week’s Torah and Haftarah portions call us to reflect on the intricate balance between human failure, divine judgment, and God’s grace. The narrative of the … Read More
Yom Kippur: Reflect, Repent, & Recalibrate
Parasha: Leviticus 16:1-34 Maftir: Numbers 29:7-11 Haftarah: Jonah 1:1-4:11, Micah 7:18-20 As we enter Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, the words from Leviticus 16:1-34 echo deeply in our hearts. This is not just another … Read More
Pray with Us! – October 2024
Shalom from Jerusalem, As the dreaded day of October 7 draws near, it is unfathomable to think that one year later, Israel continues to be at war. In many ways, it feels as though we … Read More