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Close to a century later, we're still singing the songs of a visionary scholar, builder, and leader.
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When your work puts you inside some of the most sensitive situations in our community, how can you keep from burning out?
Yisroel Besser
Friendship
Would you rather be part of a large chevreh or have one special best friend? Many teens have asked themselves this question
Devora Zheutlin, MA, CAS
Friendship
When faced with hard moments, remember the following: Many meaningful conversations are “charged” with discomfort
Devora Zheutlin, MA, CAS
Hosha Na! — Succos Theme 5783
We cry out and He responds
Elana Moskowitz
Hosha Na! — Succos Theme 5783
We cry out and He responds
Mindel Kassorla
All I Ask
Soon after the first chapters were published, the questions and doubts came
Ruti Kepler
All I Ask
Tell him. Right now. Say the words Dad asked you to say. Just say it! Quick, before it’s too late!
Ruti Kepler
Cooks Compete
Corn salad is an easy side dish to turn to when you need something quick and easy
Family Table Readers
Cooks Compete
Ima, I never knew that you went through this, too   I never knew that adulthood could be filled with so many complex and nuanced emotions that could keep my head spinning for days. I never knew that even if I’m not dealing with major life crises like divorce, poverty, or illness, I could still
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