November 27, 2016 | General News

My Mussar group has been an incredible gift and journey. I cannot express enough gratitude to the group and to Central Synagogue for giving me the opportunity to discover things about myself and others, and to engage more deeply in a pure way with many people, from loved ones to total strangers. If we all consider each other as truly being “betzellim elohim,” in the image of God, it will allow us to look at people in a very different way and therefore, treat each other in a very different way. The Mussar practice and my interactions with my Mussar group have been so eye-opening. I feel very blessed to have had the opportunity to learn and grow from this wonderful practice with these extraordinary people.

November 20, 2016 | General News | Repairing the World

#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving (November 29), it serves as an opportunity for people to pledge to give their time and resources to their communities.

November 6, 2016 | General News

We're a lively bunch and this morning is no different except that the conversation extends past us to the eclectic group of people we're serving. There's David from London, who came here by way of New Jersey, and Aton who used to be in the military and likes his hot chocolate so sweet that it looks like sludge. There's Jay, who's incredibly quiet and always wears a Yankee's hat. And, there's the gentleman I like to call "Mr. Hot Chocolate," because he always asks for more refills than anyone else. Many of these guys are regulars at the program and I've gotten to know them a little better each time I volunteer.

November 3, 2016 | General News

On Friday, we said goodbye to our beloved B'nei Mitzvah Program Manager.

October 31, 2016 | General News | Repairing the World

The obligation and privilege to vote has always been somewhat obvious to my family, my friends, and me. So when Central asked for volunteers to help register voters, I signed up right away. I knew it would feel good to help, but I had no idea that the experience would be transformative.