Are you a dreamer? This week we will explore the dramatic narrative where Yaakov is forced to flee from his brother Eisav's wrath after taking his blessings. He leaves his native Be'er Sheva and sets out for his family in Charan. While on his way, he grows tired and

This week I hosted over 40 people to my home for a discussion on Belief titled: Can you be Jewish if you don't believe in G-d? I share with you one of the ideas discussed that I believe can relate to most of us.  Rabbi Chasdai Crescas, 14th Century Jewish

Why should the shooting in Pittsburgh matter to me?  What happens to Jews around the world affects Jews everywhere. The incident that took place last Saturday, as Jews gathered inside the Tree of Life Synagogue for a baby naming ceremony, was not just an attack against a specific Jew

This Shabbat Project and Why Maroubra is Special As Jews, we believe in the sanctity of every single human being. G-d created humanity in 'His image' and everyone has an equal share of G-dly presence within them. Therefore, it is incumbent upon us to show dignity to everyone from

Are you a fence-sitter? Do you sometimes struggle to make up your mind? I recall sitting in a lecture given by the head of the RAAF Richmond Airbase, where our commander instructed us 'to make a decision'. He urged us to use our best judgement in making our decisions and

Talk about timing. It has barely stopped raining over the past ten days and we are right in time for Parashat Noach! It's an incredible story. The world has descended into evil and chaos so G-d decides to flood the world and begin it anew. Only one family from the

I have mixed emotions.  On the one hand, all the holidays are over and I can breathe a little easier. On the other, I already miss the hype, joy and ecstasy that comes from seeing so many people in Shul, celebrating, together, our meaningful Chagim. And it's only been two

I found it so heartwarming to see a full Shul over Yom Kippur and I really hope you found our services meaningful and inspiring. I shout out a big 'thank you' to all those who made it possible including our Chazzanim, president and board of management, office team, CSG and the