- About Us
- Connect
- Learn
- Jewish Life
- Music
- Events
- Give
- Join Us
How Can we laugh?
03/19/2019 07:31:21 PM
Author | |
Date Added | |
Automatically create summary | |
Summary |
As the silly and frivolous festival of Purim approaches, one of our members asked: How can we laugh with all the terrible things happening in our world? It is a good question. How do we laugh after the racist murders in the mosques in New Zealand, the rockets flying towards Tel Aviv, or the floods that are devastating communities in the Midwest and in other areas around the world?
I wonder if celebrating Purim teaches us that we need a time to turn from tragedy and have some fun. Our ancestors created this early spring holiday so we can turn the rules upside down and let off some steam. Centuries later, we celebrate Purim because it continues to serve a purpose. Humor can give us strength. Laughter can balance our perspective. Being playful reminds us remind us that life is good. Purim is here! How can we NOT laugh?
Sat, May 3 2025
5 Iyar 5785
Temple israel Happenings
-
Friday ,
MayMay 9 , 2025Shabbat Shabbang
Friday, May 9th 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Join our clergy for songs, music, crafts, challah, pizza, and yummy treats! We welcome families with children 7 and under (and their older siblings). Bring a friend to share in our Shabbat! -
Tuesday ,
MayMay 13 , 2025Current Events
Tuesday, May 13th 10:30am to 12:00pm
On the second Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 -12:00, join us at the Temple for our lively discussion around issues of local, national and international news events. We cover everything from breaking news to issues around health and well being and more! If you can't come in person, contact Shari at sbaum@wjcs.com to receive a link to join us virtually. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 15 , 2025Community Service Through Flowers
Thursday, May 15th 11:00am to 12:30pm
The program promotes a sense of peace and unity within our community and beyond through acts of loving kindness and social justice. Our goal is to bring joy into the lives of the elderly by creating floral arrangements which are distributed to local nursing homes and to build community among volunteers through this process. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 29 , 2025Welcoming the Stranger, A Jewish Perspective on the Immigration Debate
Thursday, May 29th 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Join Ed Ginsberg as we explore an historical overview of immigration, the sharing of own families stories and this timely debate. "We were once strangers" might take on a whole new meaning as we come together on this informative evening.
Events
Today's Calendar
: 9:30am |
: 10:30am |
Friday Night
: 5:00pm |
: 7:00pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:30am |
: 10:30am |
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 3 |
May 4 |
May 7 |
May 8 |
May 9 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Tazria-M'tzora
Shabbat, May 3 |
Lag BaOmer
Friday, May 16 |