I stepped into Temple Sinai on the afternoon of Yom Kippur a few weeks ago while picking up several thousand pounds of food for Second Helpings Atlanta to deliver to the Community Assistance Center in Roswell. When I heard the familiar voice of Rabbi Brad Levenberg coming from the sanctuary, I stopped and listened for… Read More »
Terror In Turkey: The Bravest People I Know
I just spent two weeks visiting South Africa and Tanzania with a small group from Florida and Georgia, and working with a Turkish ex-pat community. I made new friends, learned a great deal, and came back refreshed and energized. But above all else, in those who planned and executed on our trip, I experienced compassion… Read More »
Insidious Privilege And The Tyranny Of Democracy
All of us are affected by privilege. For those with privilege – even those of us who are somewhat aware of it – it is really hard to see. But it is really obvious to its victims and those oppressed, to whom it does great harm. One of the most important, meaningful and rewarding journeys… Read More »
Religion Breeds Hate?
A recent gathering of a small group of a dozen or so friends represented six world religions. Our hostess commented: ” Next time you hear someone say “religion spreads hate” tell them it’s those pursuing power who spread hate and fear, and they’ll use religion, nationalism, patriotism, or just create their own-ism to support their… Read More »
Ready To Live? Find Something You’re Prepared To Die For.
I recently received an email from Kit Cummings, who is doing amazing and courageous work with youth and with inmates through the Power of Peace program, that made me stop and think. And after thinking, I decided I needed to share this email, along with a little more information about the work of the Power… Read More »
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