Spirituality During The Pandemic
by JTA | Oct 2, 2020 | Community, Community Resources, Education, Family, High Holidays, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic
By Shira Hanau Sukkot, the harvest festival observed this year from Oct. 2-9, would seem to be designed for the COVID-19 pandemic. After all, the holiday is typically observed outdoors in temporary structures, allowing for more of the fresh air that is considered one... read more
by JTA | Sep 16, 2020 | Community, High Holidays, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic, SPONSORED
This article was sponsored by and produced in partnership with Beit Avi Chai, a center for the creation, development, and expression of Jewish and Israeli culture and education aimed at the full spectrum of the Jewish people in Israel and around the world. This... read more
by Aliza Friedlander | Sep 3, 2020 | Community, Community Resources, Education, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic
There’s no denying that this year’s High Holiday season will look vastly different from past years. But different isn’t necessarily a negative, says Rabbi Steven Schwartz of Pikesville’s Beth El Congregation. “It’s interesting, as we have gone into this online world,... read more
by Alan Feiler, Editor-in-Chief | Sep 1, 2020 | Community, Community Resources, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic
In anticipation of this High Holiday season, Beth El Congregation’s Rabbi Dana Saroken recommends that people make three lists for themselves to guarantee personal and spiritual growth. “Right now, people are anxious and scared to simply walk outside their door or go... read more
by JMORE Staff | Sep 1, 2020 | Spirituality During The Pandemic
Rabbi Dana Saroken from The Soul Center at Beth El joined “The Upside” to talk about spirituality as we prepare for the High Holidays. Join Jmore and The Associated every week as we bring together some of Maryland’s most respected experts in their fields... read more
by Rabbi Andy Gordon | Sep 1, 2020 | Community, Community Resources, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic
In late June, a group of Bolton Street Synagogue congregants gathered on a Zoom call for a conversation about the High Holy Days. At the time, we still didn’t know if our services would be held entirely online or socially distant in-person. In any case, our community... read more
by SPONSORED CONTENT | Aug 27, 2020 | Community, Religion, Spirituality During The Pandemic, SPONSORED
With the High Holidays approaching, we must ask ourselves – can we safely proceed with traditions we’ve upheld our entire lives, or must we find ways to creatively “gather” that won’t put our friends and family members in harm’s way? Even if we cannot safely... read more
by Staff Report | Aug 18, 2020 | Baltimore, Community, Community Resources, Coronavirus News, Coronavirus News And Resources, Education, Local, Maryland, Pikesville, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic
Looking to get spiritually connected and mentally prepared for the High Holiday season, while maintaining the social distancing requirements of this pandemic era? A new, free, community-wide virtual program might be just what you’re looking for. Starting this... read more
by Rabbi Eli Yoggev | Jul 8, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, Spirituality During The Pandemic, The Balagan
The National Basketball Association’s G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time) debate was rekindled earlier this summer as ESPN rolled out its riveting, 10-part documentary series titled “The Last Dance.” It came just in time for us basketball junkies who are desperate for any... read more
by Rabbi Eli Yoggev | May 26, 2020 | Community, Community Resources, Education, Religion, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic
Generally speaking, the two-day festival of Shavuot tends to be a bit light on customs when compared to other Jewish holidays. Along with Passover and Sukkot, Shavuot — which will be observed this year from sundown on Thursday, May 28, to Saturday night, May 30... read more