Category Archives: civil discourse
Witness. Feel. Act.
Chol Ha Mo’ed Sukkot Sermon offered at Congregation Beth Am, September 28, 2018 I want to share about this momentous time we are in our Country. We are at a crossroads. Never before has there been a supreme court justice … Continue reading
Do Not Despair: A Yom Kippur Sermon
There is cable news station that is often on in my house, or on my Sirius XM radio in the car… until someone tells me to turn it off. I don’t have a lot of time to listen or watch … Continue reading
Kol Nidre: You Have Permission
[To the tune of Mr. Rogers Neighborhood theme song] It’s a beautiful eve in the sanctuary, a solemnly evening in the synagogue. I’m glad you’re here, I’m glad to share, this holy day with you. I was 36 years old … Continue reading
We Will Not Be Silent. A Rosh Hashanah Sermon 5778 delivered at Congregation Beth Am, Buffalo Grove, IL
My husband Kyle has been a cook county court house manager for many years. A few years ago Kyle was sitting in the chambers of a Latino Judge and saw a ram’s horn prominently displayed on the judge’s shelf. Kyle … Continue reading
Marching With The Next Generation: Women’s March Chicago 2017
My 12 year old says she doesn’t feel well and is not going to march. Her sister says the same thing and their brother says they must go. He yells at them, “All our rights are at stake!” After a few minutes … Continue reading
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