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Phoenix-produced Torah study podcast helps Jews understand and enact Torah teachings in the 21st century
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (683+ words) Sanford Burstyn, host of The Torah Broker podcast. Created by Phoenix resident and real estate broker Sanford Burstyn, “The Torah Broker Podcast” launched its second season on Aug. 3, producing weekly episodes that highlight the widespread expertise of Arizona’s Jewish community…...
Jewish pride takes the field at Diamondbacks???? Jewish Community Day | Community
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (893+ words) Sam Wagman appeared on the jumbotron during recognition of attendees and their military service. The Jewish community braved the heat and a stadium filled with Los Angeles Dodgers fans to attend the Arizona Diamondbacks’ annual Jewish Community Day on Sunday,…...
Shoftim: From Yom HaDin to Yom Ayin Din
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (595+ words) This week's Torah portion, Shoftim — "Judges" — opens with the command: "Judges and officers shall you appoint for yourselves." The Torah reminds us that every healthy society depends upon justice. Judges and police officers are necessary because people make harmful choices,…...
NCJW AZ chapter becomes independent, rebrands as Jewish Women’s Action Alliance Arizona
1+ week, 2+ day ago (770+ words) The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Prescott (JCFGP) … Taking place at the North Mountain Visitor Center in Phoenix… Arizona State Senator Lauren Kuby presented a Legislative Proclamation honoring Ruth Place to then-National Council of Jewish Women Arizona President Civia Tamarkin…...
Chabad of Moon Valley launches????The Neighborhood Hebrew School???? | Community
1+ week, 3+ day ago (608+ words) Neighborhood Hebrew School logo. Taking place at the North Mountain Visitor Center in Phoenix, Chabad of Moon Valley is presenting a reimagined Jewish educational experience for Valley families. “In today’s climate, giving a child the joy of Judaism, showing them…...
Rabbi Rony Keller returns to Valley as senior rabbi at Temple Solel
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1003+ words) Rabbi Rony Keller leading services. As it celebrates its 60th anniversary, Temple Solel in Scottsdale is looking forward to continued growth and service to the Jewish community under the leadership of a new senior rabbi: Rabbi Rony Keller. A South Florida…...
In an age of artificial intelligence, trust has never been more human
1+ week, 4+ day ago (652+ words) I use artificial intelligence nearly every day. It helps me research complex topics, organize my thoughts, challenge my assumptions and even become a better writer. Like millions of others, I am amazed by what it can accomplish in just a…...
Reward and punishment | Religious Life
1+ week, 4+ day ago (539+ words) As the summer winds to a close (weather notwithstanding) and summer break transitions to school for the kids, my mind turns to the upcoming Days of Awe with its themes of commitment and judgment. After all, this Shabbat we usher…...
West Valley spiritual leader completes rabbinic ordination ahead of High Holidays | Community
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1020+ words) Rabbi Lev Ettelson stands before the ark at Beth Emeth Congregation of the West Valley in Sun City West. Lev Ettelson, hazzan (cantor) and spiritual leader of Beth Emeth Congregation of the West Valley in Sun City West, completed his…...
Scottsdale mother of two provides high-end, kosher catering for any event
2+ week, 3+ day ago (619+ words) A table of catered food courtesy of MY Kosher Catering. Yael Hartenstein, founder and owner of MY Kosher Kitchen, always knew she loved to cook. She grew up in the Valley, always involved in Jewish youth groups, including both Hillel…...