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Our Future is Central: A Riveting Performance
Posted November 15, 2019
"I laughed. I cried. It was better than Katz’s pastrami." Read the completely unbiased review by Rebecca Kohut, Central Synagogue matriarch. Read more
Reflection on Women’s Fall Retreat
Posted October 24, 2019
Last weekend, alongside Rabbis Angela Buchdahl, Nicole Auerbach, and Lori Koffman, 70 women came together for a special full-day retreat in the Flatiron district and enjoyed a restful and rejuvenating Shabbat experience. Central member Jane Ginns provides a meaningful reflection on her experience. Read more
The Holiness Code: Torah Reflections from Central Members (2019)
Posted October 17, 2019
On Yom Kippur afternoon we read a section of the Torah known as the holiness code. This section, found in chapter 19 of Leviticus, is at the heart of the Torah and contains some of the most moving commandments within our tradition. We asked a few of our members to reflect upon one of these commandments. They did so in front of our community just after we chanted from the Torah. We are grateful for their personal and moving insights which are shared below:
Read moreRabbi Hilly Haber Moderates Panel of Social Justice Advocates on Yom Kippur
Posted October 10, 2019
On Yom Kippur, Rabbi Hilly Haber moderated a panel discussion between Terrance Coffie, Topeka K. Sam, and Kempis “Ghani” Songster whose lives have been directly impacted by the criminal justice system, and who have dedicated themselves to creating social and political change in America. Read more
Make Personal Connections through Central’s Congregant-to-Congregant Visiting Program
Posted September 25, 2019
This expanded initiative, which is overseen by Central’s Caring Committee, matches Central Synagogue members with those who may be home bound, recovering from illness, or simply interested in meeting new people. Participants meet on a monthly basis and connect in each other’s homes, over coffee or lunch, or a mutually enjoyable activity. Contact Rabbi Mo Salth to learn more about this program.
Central Celebrates 180th Anniversary in Israel
Posted September 4, 2019
More than 100 congregants celebrated Central Synagogue’s 180th anniversary with Rabbi Angela W. Buchdahl in Israel in late August. Take a look at their travel journal from the meaningful trip.
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Rabbi Buchdahl and Cantor Mutlu Bring Good Luck to the Mets on an Exciting Sunday at Citi Field
Posted July 31, 2019
Last Sunday, July 28, more than 100 congregants, staff, members of clergy and their families joined together to fill the (thankfully, shaded) section 137 of Citi Field. Read more
Central Kicks Off Summer at URJ Camps
Posted July 30, 2019
Wondering where some of our clergy, staff, and many member children have gone away this summer? Read more
Here’s How You Can Help at the U.S. Border Crisis
Posted July 19, 2019
We have been watching with horror the recent news of the callous and inhumane mistreatment of the “huddled masses” now gathered at our borders. The Talmud teaches us that if we fail to protest the actions of our fellow citizens, we become liable for their wrongs. In this moment, we as a faith community cannot afford to stand idly by while children are denied basic necessities. If you would like to support organizations on the front lines, here are two other actions you can take: Read more
Grant from Rabbi Peter J. Rubinstein Fund Enables Hiring of Reform Rabbis on College Campuses
Posted July 11, 2019
This partnership will bring Reform rabbis to the campuses of UCLA and Brandeis University and rabbinic interns to Ohio State, Princeton and USC. Read more