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Praying with their Feet

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Rabbi Joshua

Over the weekend we have been remembering the inspiring legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his role in not only the civil rights movement in America, but for his contributions to humanity, and his leadership to a … Continue reading →

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Kristallnacht

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Rabbi Joshua

Tonight, November 9-10, marks the 74th anniversary of Kristallnacht – the Night of Broken Glass. It is called the “Night of Broken Glass” because on this night, in 1938, thousands of rioters stormed Jewish homes, businesses, and synagogues causing enormous … Continue reading →

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Rethinking Jewish Prayer, Part II

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Rabbi Joshua

Yesterday we began discussing our re-engagement with Jewish prayer. As the High Holidays quickly approach, it is important to think deeper about prayer. We are not just reciting meaningless words, or remembering something that happened in the past. Jewish prayer … Continue reading →

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Rethinking Jewish Prayer

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Rabbi Joshua

*A Repost from 2010 What do you think about ‘prayer’? Do you envision prayer as participation in a Sacred Drama? Do you think of the Siddur as an instrument of holiness? As the High Holidays approach, it is appropriate to … Continue reading →

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Passing the Baton

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Rabbi Joshua

Messianic Judaism currently finds itself in a continuity dilemma (see my previous post from 2010, “Is Messianic Judaism in Crisis?”).   Although part of me is optimistic about the future of our movement, especially with the current work of MJTI, MJRC, and the UMJC; there is … Continue reading →

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A Reason for the Season

Posted on December 25, 2011 by Rabbi Joshua

*A Repost from 2010 It is not too often that as a rabbi, I get asked to give a Christmas message. A good friend of mine, who is a young pastor from Rwanda, leads a church here in the DC … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Rabbi Joshua

In 1789, George Washington issued the first national Thanksgiving proclamation with these words: “Now, therefore, I do recommend and assign Thursday, the 26th day of November next, to be devoted by the people of these States to the service of … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th of July!

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Rabbi Joshua

We wish you and your family a very happy 4th of July, and leave you with a couple of inspiring thoughts on this Independence Day. “Of all the disposition and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable … Continue reading →

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Gonzo Judaism – Part II

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Rabbi Joshua

In my previous post on the book Gonzo Judaism, by Rabbi Niles Elliot Goldstein, I reflected on some initial thoughts on the book and surveyed the first chapter. This post will continue the review of the next three chapters of the … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Day

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Rabbi Joshua

“The future of Jewish life is dependent upon Jews – not just rabbis – taking hold of the rich, challenging, surprising, and inspiring heritage that makes up our texts and traditions. It is not about the new “big idea” or … Continue reading →

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