Daily Kavanah: Shabbat Message from Rabbi Sari – Friday, March 10, 2023
According to Jewish law, we are meant to begin studying the laws of an upcoming holiday 30 days before it begins. Conveniently [...]
Daily Kavanah – Thursday, March 9, 2023
Throughout our tradition, our sages imagine Jewish life in "the world to come." Which of our prayers and holidays, they wonder, will exist [...]
The Eagle Who Thought She Was a Chicken
The Eagle Who Thought She Was a Chicken Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback and Rabbi Sari Laufer March 3, 2023 | 10 Adar, [...]
Daily Kavanah – Wednesday, March 8, 2023
International Women’s Day This piece, written for International Women’s Day, first appeared for the Union For Reform Judaism’s 10 Minutes of Torah [...]
Rabbi Sari Laufer Featured on Purim Episode of Tov! Podcast
Stephen Wise Temple Rabbi Sari Laufer was featured on a special Purim edition of the "Tov!" podcast this week. To coincide with [...]
Daily Kavanah – Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Chag Purim Sameach On September 13, 2022, 22-year-old Jina "Mahsa" Amini was arrested by Iran’s Morality Police for "improperly" wearing her hijab. Three [...]
Daily Kavanah – Monday, March 6, 2023
Much is made of the feasting of Purim, but what of the fast? Today, the day before Purim begins, is known in [...]
Wise Leadership Statement on Pico-Robertson Shootings
Our hearts go out to those affected by the senseless shootings in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood over the past 48 hours. The three victims [...]
Wise Clergy Statement on Protests in Israel
"Send Your light and truth to all who lead and advise, guiding them with your good counsel. Establish peace in the land and [...]
Back to Sinai: Lessons on inclusion and Empathy
Back to Sinai: Lessons on inclusion and Empathy Rabbi Sari Laufer February 10, 2023 | 19 Shevat, 5783 Your browser does [...]