Here’s what I’ve published
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Spiritual Fitness
My rabbinic thesis explored how the spirituality of the fitness world, particularly SoulCycle and Crossfit, can inspire and teach Judaism about spirituality for today’s seeker. Here’s a recap of the thesis published in Tablet Magazine.
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My relationship with Israel
During my first year of rabbinical school, I was thrown out of a pizza shop in Jerusalem for being gay. This prompted a year of soul-searching, meeting all sorts of Israelis, going to court (and winning), and developing my relationship and love for Israel. Here are my thoughts on the ordeal, published in the Forward.
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Creative programming for post-Birthright engagement
To build off the incredible momentum from leading a community Birthright trip, this article captures the success of the program.
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Inspiration
Upon a move from Cincinnati to New York City, I wrote an article in the Cincinnati Enquirer about my spiritual challenge for the new year.
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Reflections after visiting Jewish Ukraine
Thinking about the High Holy Days and a visit I took to meet Jews in Ukraine, here is my reflection.
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Pre-Shabbat intention
At B’nai Jeshurun in NYC, I had the opportunity to write intentions before going into Shabbat. Here are some of my thoughts.