Don’t Cry for Me

Categories: Friendship Circle, Parsha, Vayigash

A WEEKLY TORAH THOUGHT FROM RABBI MORDY This week’s Parsha contains lots of moving parts. Joseph is reunited with his brothers and then his father and there is lots of drama associated with their reunion. Joseph sends his brothers back and forth to their father in Israel, frames them by planting his goblet in one of their sacks then accusing… Read More

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A WEEKLY TORAH THOUGHT FROM RABBI MORDY One of my favorite episodes in the Torah takes place in this week’s Parsha (Vayera) between Abraham and G-d. G-d tells Abraham of his plans to destroy Sodom and Abraham challenges Him. Why must the entire city be destroyed? Aren’t there some folks there worthy of redemption, a few righteous folks in whose… Read More

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Weekly Roundup: November 15, 2024

Walk4Friendship 2024! Despite the rainy weather on Sunday, we still enjoyed an exciting day of connection and fun for this year’s Walk4Friendship! After gathering in front of The Friendship Circle on Murray Avenue for a warm-up and some Bunny Bakes coffee, we walked together to Wightman Park for a carnival celebration. Together we enjoyed carnival food, face paint, games, and… Read More

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Get Out!

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