Shortly after I arrived in Raleigh, I encountered an unexpected and deeply sobering phenomenon. On multiple occasions, different people reached out to schedule appointments with me to ask how to apply for asylum in Canada. They …
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Bearing Witness Commands Responsibility – Do Not be a Bystander
We pray for a world where God no longer cries nor grieves over what is taking place because we have figured out how to live with one another in compassion, kindness, harmony, justice, and peace.
Continue ReadingBuild Me a Sanctuary of Hope, Freedom, and Justice
I would like to ask you to “join hands and march together” with me on the journey we will begin with this election and going forward into the future.
Continue ReadingWhat’s Love Got to Do With It? Everything! A Valentine’s Message
We can bring love to our world by the actions of our hands and the deeds that we do. Valentine’s Day can become more universal in its reach: “love your neighbor as yourself.”
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Grain-Free, High-Protein Nut and Seed Bars
Sephardic Marbled Eggs
A beautiful and unusual presentation for hard-boiled eggs for your Seder table. They look like marble and taste delicious!
Continue ReadingHome-made Chocolate Peanut-Butter Balls (aka “Homemade Reeses”)
Before they became popular, Rabbi Paula Winnig's mom was already making these "to-die for" home-made chocolate peanut-butter balls.
Continue ReadingPeppermint Candy Shot-Glasses
I was going to visit some friends during the Chanukah/Christmas/New Year's season and thought these would be a fun gift to bring.
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