Josh L., Temple Emanuel, Newton, MA Sept 30, 2012
Temple Emanuel is a large, and beautiful synagogue, with grand acoustics. Just a little tweak of the microphone and even the boy in the class with a modest build and a large personality can fill it up. And Josh filled it up with his davening, his d'var torah, and his "lively and theatrical" persona. It was awesome. Even more amazing was the others who were honored as part of the Shabbat services yesterday- the group of 20 or so congregants who have been riding in the Pan Mass Challenge, including Frank the past few years. With friends Avi leading the Ashrei, and Stephan giving a beautiful speech at the party, it was a beautiful celebration for the family. The party theme was 007 - Bond, James Bond, and it was very fun!
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Nitzavim
Rachel L., Sept 15, 2012, Temple Reyim, Newton, MA
Rachel was the most poised and confident Bat Mitzvah girl. She kept referring to her brother Josh as "the future Rabbi" but it was clear from her davening and d'var that she is a capable community leader. When she spoke it was reminiscent of her performance in "The Secret Garden" at Rashi last year. She had a commanding presence. She spoke of repentance in time for Rosh Hashana, with a story of a devious trick she had planned on Josh, but was foiled. Very cute.
Jacob missed the party as you were under the weather, but I'm sure the Laser Tag party was a success.
Rachel was the most poised and confident Bat Mitzvah girl. She kept referring to her brother Josh as "the future Rabbi" but it was clear from her davening and d'var that she is a capable community leader. When she spoke it was reminiscent of her performance in "The Secret Garden" at Rashi last year. She had a commanding presence. She spoke of repentance in time for Rosh Hashana, with a story of a devious trick she had planned on Josh, but was foiled. Very cute.
Jacob missed the party as you were under the weather, but I'm sure the Laser Tag party was a success.
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Ki Tavo
Harrison P., Temple Beth Avodah, Newton, MA September 8, 2012
Today kicked off the year with Harrison leading the service in Newton. He did a great job, setting the bar very high. The Rabbi commented on how Harrison grew up very quickly, and how mature he is. He also let the kids know that he had high expectations for the Rashi crowd to pay attention! Something tells me they will be happy to blow off steam at the party tonight, given that they were so well behaved. Harrison honored teachers who helped him to prepare -- Eve and Raquel opened the ark - it was really special to see that.
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