Emanuel Congregation | Reform Synagogue

I have always loved reading, but often have trouble making the time to do it. So, back in January, I set a goal for this year to read at...

I need to share a secret with you. Now that the holiday is over, I feel it is time to tell you that what you think about Chanukah might...

During the past two weeks, I attended a virtual, national conference for Synagogue Executive Directors. While this year could not be in...

Shalom Chevrei: As we approach Chanukah, our Jewish festival of light and freedom, I give thanks for our Emanuel family and our...

Part II: How I Give Back (to read Part I click HERE) by Nancy Hagen Goldstucker Faced with the limitations imposed by the pandemic, the...

Part 1: Life Changes and Finding Emanuel by Nancy Hagen Goldstucker - Board Member, Development Chair I was a widow of less than a year...

It is hard to believe that we are already approaching Thanksgiving. While this past year has certainly had its significant challenges for...

I wish I could say it was hard to choose my very favorite pericope of Torah. It isn't that I don't think this ancient document is not...

Dear Chevrei: I thank poet Anna Misleh for her empowering and comforting words, which I share below. I took the liberty to add some in...

Shalom Chevrei: Firstly, I begin with an apology for not using Dr. Maya Angelou’s proper title. I built my recent sermon and text study...