Hope in a future for Palestinians and Israelis. What gives you hope? For many Israelis and Palestinians, the losses, trauma,…
Category: Interfaith
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…
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.…
Multi-faith: Jews & Christians
Multi-faith philosophy. Moses seemed to have one. And so do I. So here are two offerings on a multi-faith theme.…
Omer 37: Beyond Ego?
Day 37: Gevurah she’b’Yesod, Judgment within Foundation What’s the foundation of spiritual practice? My friend Jamal Rahman says it is…
Ashrei: A Mantra of Blessing
Ashrei: a sermon delivered for VST Sunday at Lynn Valley United Church. Scripture reading was Matthew 5:1-12, from The Message…
Pope's Apology: Indigenous & Jewish Perspectives
The Pope’s apology for residential schools. That’s what’s on my mind today. It’s especially present as I prepare my Torah…
Activist Teaching
Finally, I get to be an activist teacher. And, finally, it feels just right. Maybe it’s because I teach at…
Teaching Religion at VST
Recently, my colleagues asked me to write a statement about my teaching. They wanted me to answer specific questions. What’s…