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Apr 8

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My Father’s Torah

April 6, 2024

On many Saturday mornings throughout my childhood, I studied Torah with my father — not in a traditional sense. My father’s attendance at synagogue was primarily limited to high holidays (Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur) and yahrzeit for his parents, whom he…

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Apr 1

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Hands-on Grieving

March 30, 2024

Since my trip to Israel in late January, my heart and mind often return to my experience at Hostage Square. Every time I see a “bring them home” dog tag or a kidnapped poster, I am transported to that cool, rainy evening 100 days after October 7th. I was…

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Apr 1

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Details matter

February 24, 2024

During the week, I often arrive at work before 7:30 AM. I try to focus for a few moments to catch up with emails and tasks before all activities are in full operation. Earlier this week, I had a meeting off-site and entered the building a little later than…

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May 3

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The Bench

April 27, 2024

When I was in college, I would walk to most of my classes across campus with my dearest friend, Renie Amoss. Renie and I functioned at a slightly different pace than many of the other students on campus. We liked to be early to class and a little more leisurely than…

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Apr 1

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Sing and don’t worry if it’s not good enough

November 25, 2023

When I was growing up, I watched Sesame Street regularly. This was long before Elmo or Abby Caddabby. These were the early years when Children’s Television Workshop made vinyl records recorded with famous…

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Apr 1

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Security, Belonging, and Community

December 9, 2023 (written by Dr. Laurie Greenberg)

Recently I’ve spent much more time than usual thinking about security — moments of reflection and planned meetings to address issues of concern following the terrorist attack in Israel which…

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May 29

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What are we making?

May 18, 2024

Earlier this week, I caught up with a colleague I hadn’t spoken to in a while. We both reflected on the complexities of work over the last several years and how much has changed. I shared with her that I have been sitting with significant discomfort and…

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Apr 1

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Inside Out in Israel

January 13, 2024

After a short but very meaningful visit with my in-laws in Liverpool, England, I flew from the UK to Israel. As many people who have visited Israel since October 7 have said, things appear very familiar and yet are very, very different.

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Apr 1

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Sparking Miracles

March 9, 2024

Over the past week, I’ve been reflecting on the nature of action and how often I find myself doing things without much thought and observing others doing the same. You know those moments when you get in your car, start driving, and arrive at your…

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Apr 1

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How will we know when it’s over?

March 23, 2024

On a Friday afternoon in late September of 2020, I stood on the upstairs landing of the LFJCC, leaning against the railing and looking down into the galleria, feeling weary from the week. Normally, I wouldn’t have chosen this spot…

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These were the top 10 stories published by Betzy’s Weekly Shavua Tov Messages in 2024. You can also dive into monthly archives for 2024 by using the calendar at the top of this page.