Feeling overwhelmed about the state of the world? The landscape is tumultuous (wars, the pandemic, global climate crisis, systemic racism, caring for the unsheltered) and there are deep divisions in values and beliefs. How do we find balance and harmony when the journey ahead feels daunting? Do we focus inward on self-care and spiritual nourishment? Do we focus outward, helping right the wrongs before us? Is it possible to find the right balance and pursue both? Can we build a bridge that connects us? Ancient Jewish wisdom helps point the way. Let’s explore how to integrate the wisdom of the Sages into our post-modern world. Reb Lisa Rappaport joins us to share a message for today. Worship Associate – Merrily Stover; Music – Chris Perske, Technical Support – Emily Greenslade.
Reb Lisa Rappaport is the Spiritual Leader of Congregation Beth Israel, a Synagogue and Community Center for Jewish engagement in the North State. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, an M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology, and is a Rabbinical student in the Aleph Ordination Program. Reb Lisa has over twenty-five years of experience as an educator in both Jewish and secular settings. She is also a writer and liturgist. Her book, Divrei Nichum: Comforting Words During Times of Loss, helps mourners navigate the terrain of death and dying.