PJTC is a community in mourning. Their historic synagogue was tragically destroyed by the Eaton fire, and a number of their congregants lost their homes.

I find it reassuring to look around the sanctuary and realize I am part of a larger community.

These are obviously exceedingly trying times for Israel and for the entire Jewish people.  But we must not lose heart and stop celebrating moments of happiness and success.

If Joseph and David can improve themselves after such spectacular failures, perhaps there is potential for us all.  

May we garner the strength to handle the worst misfortune, while rededicating ourselves to healing our broken world. 

Memory plays tricks on us all.  Even on Moses.

Life events, both joyous and tragic, bring family members together. But meaningful friendships require a special and sustained effort.  

Disparaging the professorate due to the disgraceful actions of a few is just plain wrong.  

Lose your temper, and you might sacrifice your dreams.

While the idea that we can all gain from cooperation has been demonstrated throughout history, it seems to have been lost amidst the rancor of recent years.