From the Rabbi

What time is it – what Jewish time, that is? Why ask? Is it because once the big holidays are over, we wonder what we can meaningfully do in Jewish time? The rhythm of the year has shifted to its slow, cool groove, so – it’s time to revisit the basics: take a breath, say thanks, and re-turn again.

Take a breath: re-boot whatever practices remind you of well-being for yourself, your friends and family, the wider world; think...Read more...

A message from Rabbi Liz:

This last full day of the season of teshuvah offers an opportunity to look back, look at ourselves, and look to the future, intently and intensely. It is also a time of celebration of community and continuity, and of tradition coupled with innovation. We allow ourselves to be open to the mysterious and inexplicable, to luxuriate in the time to consider our purpose and the world around us.

May your Yom...Read more...

The time is fast approaching – this year’s fall holidays, a new school year, a new stage in this congregation’s life, and in my family’s. It’s the middle of July, which means I am now formally the rabbi of Or Haneshamah – what a thrill and an honour. It is also the new month of Av, when concepts of tearing down and rebuilding, letting go and moving forward are highlighted in our liturgical cycle. It is awesome to notice that so...Read more...