War. Just stop it. Failing leaders particularly love war. Especially when they’ve torn a country apart. Because war—at first—unites a…
Year: 2023
Crisis in Gaza and Israel: Interfaith Amigos Discussion

People have asked if the Interfaith Amigos—Imam Jamal Rahman, Rabbi Laura Duhan-Kaplan, and Pastor Don Mackenzie—have words of wisdom to…
Hanukah Highlights

Happy Hanukah! Chanukah! Hanukkah! What would you like to reflect on this Hanukah? Kabbalah? Menorah? Antisemitism? Violence? Feminism? Sustainability? Elephants?…
Maoz Tzur: Prayer to End Antisemitism

Maoz Tzur. Your favourite Chanukah song—or not. But likely the one you know best. What do the lyrics to Maoz…
Cosmic Eco Consciousness

Consciousness, the cosmic kind. A vision of the unity of all creation. That might be one spark of spiritual ecology.…
Bodies (Netflix): A Hopeful Story

Bodies. A new Netflix series. If you’re looking for a distraction, or an infusion of hope, I recommend you watch.…
War: It's not like Abram's Battle

War rages. And Abram rescues the captives (Gen 14). It’s an inspiring story. And we need inspiration. But it’s also…
Rainbow Treaty: A Peace Map

Rainbow: the sign of a peace treaty. At least, that’s how the Torah wants you to understand it. As a…
Complexity: Acknowledge it

Complexity. What are your strategies for holding it? Especially when grief, rage, and helplessness push your thoughts in every direction?…