Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Asher Yatzar: The Wisdom of our Bodies

After being a medical mystery for the last five weeks, I reflect on the healing process through a Jewish lens.

Asher Yatzar: The Wisdom of our Bodies

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Kol Chatan v’Kol Chatan: Celebrating with Groom and Groom

My latest article!! It was such an honor to officiate at my first fully-legal same-sex wedding ceremony this past weekend. Enjoy!

Kol Chatan v’Kol Chatan: Celebrating with Groom and Groom

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Where Occupy Wall Street Meets Sukkot

A look at the fascinating links between the themes of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, and the recent Occupy Wall Street protests. Enjoy!

Where Occupy Wall Street Meets Sukkot

Monday, September 26, 2011

I’ve Got a Secret: You Don’t Need a Rabbi!!

My latest article at the New York Jewish Week. I hope you enjoy!


Saturday, August 27, 2011

Hurricane Irene Playlist


1) Riders on the Storm - The Doors
2) Blowing in the Wind - Peter, Paul and Mary
3) Stormy Weather - Lena Horne
4) It's Raining on Prom Night - Grease
5) Goodnight, Irene - Willie Nelson
6) Like a Hurricane - Neil Young
7) Windy - The Association
8) After the Rain - Nelson
9) Rock You Like a Hurricane - Scorpions
10) Set Fire to the Rain - Adele

11) Rain - Madonna
12) The Rain - Missy Elliot
13) Fool in the Rain - Led Zeppelin
14) It's Raining Men - The Weather Girls
15) Here Comes the Rain Again - Eurythmics

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

"And You Shall Teach Them Dilligently To Your Children ... And To Yourselves."

My latest article, about one woman's experiences as an atypical lifelong Jewish learner....

"And You Shall Teach Them Dilligently To Your Children ... And To Yourselves."

Friday, July 29, 2011

Summertime And The Camping Is Jewish

Enjoy my latest article, written on location at URJ's Crane Lake Camp. I share the joy of serving on faculty!

Summertime And The Camping Is Jewish

Monday, July 18, 2011

Tears in Heaven

My latest column at the New York Jewish Week, about the incomprehensible murder of 8 year old Leiby Kletzky.

Tears in Heaven

Monday, June 6, 2011

Tweet #Torah to the Top!!!


Are you a Jewish blogger or a frequent Tweeter?


Join with JPS, CCAR, and Davka.org in this wonderful way to bring Torah to the masses in honor of Shavuot!

Shavuot celebrates the day on which the children of Israel received Torah at Mount Sinai. 21st century Jews can now receive Torah in a new way, on Twitter!!

Share your favorite quotes, Divrei Torah, teachings, or musings about Torah, and just add the hashtag #torah at the end of your tweet. We'd all love to see #torah trend in the Top Ten!

You can follow me at @moosh2 or follow my synagogue @templebnaitorah.

In the meantime, I wish you all a Chag Shavuot Sameach!!

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Wait, You WANT to be Jewish?

My latest article - a look at my work with Jews-by-Choice, and a discussion of my total admiration for those who convert to Judaism!

Wait, You WANT to be Jewish?

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Next Year in Jerusalem! (or Great Neck...)

My latest article, reflecting on my congregation's recent trip to Israel. Enjoy, y'all!

Next Year in Jerusalem! (or Great Neck...)

Friday, April 29, 2011

You Have 613 Friend Requests

My latest column at The Jewish Week, which discusses the increasing importance of social media in my rabbinate. Enjoy!

You Have 613 Friend Requests

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Eight Days a Week, (Camp) I Lo-o-o-o-ove You!

My latest column in The Jewish Week, all about the joys of Jewish camp!! Enjoy, my friends!!


Eight Days a Week, (Camp) I Lo-o-o-o-ove You!

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

The Future's So Bright: Are Reform Rabbis Ready for the 21st Century?

My comments on this year's CCAR Convention in New Orleans, on the Jewish Week website.

The Future's So Bright: Are Reform Rabbis Ready for the 21st Century?

Friday, March 18, 2011

The Masks We All Wear: Remembering Japan this Purim

My newest column in the New York Jewish Week! A reminder to please think of Japan during this year's Purim festivities.

The Masks We All Wear: Remembering Japan this Purim

Friday, March 4, 2011

Thank you, Glenn Beck, for Clarifying my Job Description

My new column has just debuted at the New York Jewish Week website. Check it out and enjoy!!!

Thank you, Glenn Beck, for Clarifying my Job Description