Tag: Israel and palestine

A Personal Take on the Other Israel Film Festival

Even with the need to be heard in these confrontational times, we accept the idea that we will watch a film in silence. We give the film space to enfold us and carry us to its conclusion. Can this unwritten agreement be extended into the light of day to give all of us the space to speak… and to be heard?

Poem: Calling Congress

Hello, my name is Shame and I am your constituent. My voice is hoarse on your answering machine. Do you really decide who will live and who will die by tally?

We’ve Lost so Much. Let’s Not Lose Our Damn Minds.

A sermon excerpt from Rabbi Sharon Brous: After the atrocities in Israel on Simhat Torah, we must remember the healing power of community, and the importance of compassion, solidarity and showing up.