A WEEKLY TORAH THOUGHT FROM RABBI MORDY There is so much to take from this week’s portion (Shemot) regarding leadership. Moses is chosen by G-d to lead the Jewish people during his encounter with the Burning Bush. Again, so many questions all around: Why a bush? Why wasn’t it being consumed? Why was Moses shepherding sheep altogether when he had… Read More

Gaining Altitude Friends on the Town had an incredible time last Sunday at our final winter Late Night at Altitude Trampoline Park. Members had a blast jumping around and hanging out together. A huge shoutout to Ryan S. and Drew R. for dominating the dodgeball court! We can’t wait for more fun and exciting outings with our amazing Friends on… Read More

A WEEKLY TORAH THOUGHT FROM RABBI MORDY This week’s Parsha – Vayechi – concludes the Book of Genesis. Upon its conclusion, the synagogue traditionally calls out in unison, “Chazak chazak venischazek!” This translates to mean, “Be strong, be strong and may we be strengthened,” thus giving us a little inspiration and charge to move on into the next book, and… Read More

Sunday Funday Friendship Circle started the new year off strong by hosting an amazing robotics-themed Sunday Funday. On Sunday, friends came together in a lesson in “All About Me” where friends showed their creative sides with colorful self portraits and amazing art! Our special guests, “Girls of Steel,” were a huge hit! Using legos and robotics know-how, these girls provided… Read More

A WEEKLY TORAH THOUGHT FROM RABBI MORDY This week’s Parsha (Vayigash) concludes the story of Jacob’s sons. Joseph is formally reunited with his brothers as he reveals his true identity to them. They embrace and finally reconnect; Jacob is then given the news that Joseph lives as viceroy of Egypt and that he should come down to dwell there together… Read More