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Learning & Inspiration
- Celebrating Jewish Life in America Join us for Shabbat 250 Read More
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G-d’s Only DaughterWhen G-d commanded Moses to count the Jews, the “greatest” among them counted as one,
and the “simp... Read More - Take the Temple Mount QuizWhat do you know about the holiest site in Judaism? Read More
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Upcoming Events
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Mon, May 18, 2026 - 7:30pm
Women's Cheesecake bake
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Tue, May 19, 2026 - 7:30pm - 9:00pm
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Fri, May 22, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shavuot Services, Ten Commandments & Dairy Kiddush
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Fri, May 22, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shavuot Dairy Buffet & 10 Commandmets
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Daily Thought
Why is Torah compared to light? Because it tells us the place of each thing.
Because, in truth, there is no need to change the world. Everything is here.
Each thing has a place, and in that place it is good. Altogether, it is very good, a beautiful world. All that’s needed is a little light.
What is light? Light doesn't add anything or take away. It only reveals the meaning and purpose of all that it shines upon.
Think of your own home. In the dark, there is no way to know what belongs in your closet and what belongs in the laundry, what is ready for use and what is in need of repair. Instead, that...












