One of the things I enjoy about my job as rabbi is explaining Judaism to non-Jews. I have already had opportunities to do so here in Elgin. I hosted a class from Lincolnshire High School studying World Religions. They asked really good questions. Every time I do this kind of thing my own understanding of Judaism gets better. It sharpens my own understanding. Our synagogue is hosting the Elgin Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and some of the clergy and I had a good meeting yesterday. I have been asked to join the trustees of FaithBridge and will be participating in their concert, Sounds of Faith this Sunday. They asked me to speak on Unity and Diversity in Judaism several weeks ago. Here is the presentation that I did for them. It is good because it becomes the first night of my class in December on the many streams of Judaism. I welcome these opportunities. There is much more that unites us than divides us. UnityandDiversity
Margaret, I think it is time for you to start writing your first book! You have so much to say, especially to those of us like me. Because of my daughter’s marriage, she converted to Judaism and I began a crazy and rich and rewarding journey to learn about Judaism. You know the story of my progress and it is because of your friendship that I have come this far. I thank you for all the hospitality and invitations and opportunities you have given me. Dona
I think Rabbi Neil Kominsky said it well last year. You are a fellow traveler, a fellow pilgrim and it has been a privilege to be on this journey with you. You have enriched me in innumerable ways.