Rabbi Dr- Kenneth Brander

Daniel Perez Hy"d - The Living Bridge between Purim and Pesach

These two holiday episodes in our history share common elements of observance. Both are celebrated through the shared quality of giving. Daniel Perez Hy"d embodied that ideal.

Parshat Tetzaveh: The unity of the gemstones

iI is the combining of the physical and the spiritual facets that are necessary for true redemption and we see it in the IDF soldiers today.

The opportunity and challenge of Jerusalem Day

Jerusalem Liberation Day is a time to rememberr miracles, like the story of the battle for San Simon, but it is alo a time to take stock.

How will the world remember COVID?”

How many lines will COVID-19 take up in human history?

Shining a light on anonymity

Recognizing the righteous and stopping the bullies.

Transforming adversity into opportunity-The Rebbe and Chisholm

Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to Congress. How the Lubavitcher Rebbe set her on her way.

Becoming the people we want to be

Finding holiness in the ethereal on God’s mountain is easy. Finding it in daily life takes conscious effort.

What does the Torah say about #JewishPrivilege?

'Jewish privilege' can be used sarcastically by Jews to highlight Jewish persecution, but it also poses a very different challenge.

When the Tents of Jacob aren’t beautiful: Domestic abuse

In our Torah portion, Balak, is the famous blessing from the prophet Bil’am on the Jewish people's homes. But what if it is not the reality?

Lifting every voice: Leadership in a time of unrest

Korach and Chukat are about the leadership G-d wants. It’s not about striking the rock. It’s about speaking truth to power.

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