As Pride Month unfolds, I wanted to reflect on the significance of this celebration within the context of the Jewish community. This is a time to celebrate and uplift every individual in the LGBTQ+ community, embracing the diverse identities and experiences that contribute to our rich tapest…
Judaism is a religion that encourages us to question. As a people, we are known to question, I have been thinking a lot lately about the conversations we have, and the questions we ask. The questions we ask of one another, of ourselves, and of the community.
This week I was fortunate t…
ברוכים הבאים
Welcome to Lilach and Gilad, two emissaries from the Jewish Agency for Israel, visiting with us in Edmonton. Last night they connected 33 young adults from our Genesis and Hillel cohorts with the work of JAFI and were in conversations about current realities in…
Shavuot brings us joy as we reflect on our Jewish journeys and give thanks for the Torah. We also eat dairy foods, and you can no doubt have your share of ice cream and other treats by joining one of the many services and programs offered by Beth Israel, Beth Shalom, Chabad, or Temple Beth O…
“Cui bono? (to whose benefit?)” – Cicero
I have been a scholar of politics for over 20 years. While there is always so much to debate and learn about, the study of politics always returns to this fundamental question—cui bono? Who benefits?
The Alberta election is almost a week a…
