Shavous Youth
The agricultural side of Shavuot
Andrea JacobsMay 24, 2012
AMERICAN Jews typically associate Shavuot with the Book of Ruth, late-night Torah study sessions and eating at least one generous helping of cheesecake. No matter where...
First graders talk about the Torah
Andrea JacobsJun 02, 2011
I attended first grade at Blackberry Lane Elementary in St. Louis. It had a fair number of Jewish students, including me. I remember the exploits of Dick and Jane, and...
Protecting our children: a passion of Rabbi Yitzchok Eisenman
Chris LeppekMay 13, 2010
all outward appearances, Rabbi Ron Yitzchok Eisenman fits easily into the comfortable stereotype of an Orthodox rabbi — the long black coat and broad-brimmed hat, the...
Family spiritual countdown
Sharon Duke EstroffMay 26, 2009
Lets be honest, self-reflection is tough. Given the choice of mulling over the virtues and vices of the latest American Idol contestants or pondering those of...