Two Friends. Six Decades. One Community. Some friendships come and go. Others last a lifetime. For Lee Goldstein and Steven Schwartz, a friendship that has lasted nearly 60 years began at Temple Beth Am, a…
Dr. Lenore C. Kipper, Judaic Studies Director Emerita Middot, Enduring Virtues and Values of Judaism Courage, Ometz Lev What is courage? Who is courageous? In Jewish tradition, we have examples of acts of courage associated…
When we think about Jewish education, it is easy to picture a classroom: students seated around a table, opening books, or practicing Hebrew vocabulary. While foundational knowledge is essential, true Jewish identity isn’t built solely…
Dear Friends, I was recently reminded that not everyone understands the peculiar spelling of unBIASed. It is not a typo; it is intentional! The lowercase “un” stands for “understanding.” The lowercase “ed” stands for “educating.”…
Too often, we fully appreciate a gift only after it is gone. We become grateful for breath when it becomes difficult, for movement when our bodies struggle, and for someone’s presence when they are no…
Our Tikkun Olam Committee began the year with a successful first meeting and a Tikkun O Yum potluck dinner, bringing members together to share good food and ideas for making a difference in our community…
Dear Temple Beth Am Members, A couple months ago, Jews around Miami gathered to celebrate the New Year. This season of renewal reminds us about our hopes for the future. Increasing our membership will help…
Last night, our community gathered to honor the lives lost on October 7 and to reflect on how this day forever changed us, and the Jewish world. May their memories be a blessing.