Let People Eat
I am heartsick that the WCK team was murdered while on their mission to feed the hungry.
I have long supported Chef Andres’s sacred mission at World Central Kitchen. In fact, in our fundraising efforts, WCK was the beneficiary of the proceeds along with Magen David Adom.
As Chef Andres states in his OpEd, Israel is better than this. And regardless of whatever the investigation of this tragedy will find, Israel must ensure that food aid gets to the hungry and those providing it are protected.
I am praying for the innocents who have been lost and those suffering.
Response to the vandalism at Temple Beth Hillel Beth EL
The synagogue offered the following public statement in response to the swastika graffitied on the property:
We do not know who did this. We do know that they wanted us to be afraid. A swastika is not a commentary on the policies of the State of Israel, nor is it a sign of solidarity with Palestinians. It is a symbol of hatred and division. We, the leadership of the synagogue, want everyone to know that we will not give in to either fear or division. We are blessed to live in a society in which hate speech is not tolerated by the police, who are working with us to keep us safe. We are blessed to live in a society where our neighbors of other faiths have already reached out to offer support.
What does Commandedness look like today?
Shabbat Shalom
Mattisyahu shares with soldiers from the Golani Brigade.
One Day…
Wishing Shabbat Shalom to all.
Shabbat Shalom
The incomparable Neshama Carlebach shares her beautiful rendition of Yehi Shalom.
Wishing everyone Shabbat Shalom, and may peace come soon to all.
Philadelphias lead role in helping people in the Death Space
Philly Magazine has an interesting article sharing how we are doing a better job discussing death.
I am honored to be included in the conversation through my work at the Death Cafe of Greater Philadelphia.
Thanks to Ben Seal for this important piece.
Check out the link below.
https://www.phillymag.com/news/2024/02/17/death-care-workers/?fbclid=IwAR3N4PLlrRNMYaEsut-71eTqtqTwQ72BlSA9cyaAoVmuhJWPtL7z2fl-HKk
Ana BeKoach
Ana b’Koach is an enigmatic prayer said to conceal a mystical formula for spiritual renewal within its plea for divine aid.*
*https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/ana-bkoach-a-portal-to-creation/
Listening is critical but hard
Shabbat Shalom
Playing for Change has used music to share our humanity and the transcending power of music across cultures and nations.
Redemption Song is one of Bob Marley’s great gifts.
Freedom and Peace is our hope.
Bring them Home!
Shabbat Shalom