By Sinai Temple on
July 7, 2023
Rabbi Erez Sherman of Sinai Temple hosts the podcast, Rabbi on the Sidelines: The Intersection of Sports and Faith. Rabbi Sherman, passionate about the role sports plays in our lives, gives a faith perspective as he interviews athletes, coaches, managers, owners, and fans about their inspiring journeys. Rabbi Sherman has been featured on Inside the NBA with Ernie Johnson and Charles Barkley, and served as an in studio guest on ESPN’s NBA Today to discuss and educate its viewers following social media posts containing antisemitic content within professional sports. He has written for The Forward, eJewishphilanthropy, and the Jewish Journal.
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By Sinai Temple on
June 27, 2023
A Los Angeles native, Dr. Plant served as Head of School at Westerly School in Long Beach, CA from 2018-2023. During her time there, she facilitated an innovative, strategic planning process, supported the development of signature educational programs, and helmed a schoolwide focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Plant describes herself as “a relational leader who deeply values open communication, collaboration, and community partnership.” She sees the role of Head of School as, “a tireless steward of the institutional mission, and a leader working to align all community stakeholders toward reaching a shared vision.” Dr. Plant received her doctorate…
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By Sinai Temple on
June 26, 2023
By Sinai Temple on
June 26, 2023
Originally from Los Angeles, Rabbi Kornsgold spent most of the past decade living in New York City. She attended List College, the Joint Program between The Jewish Theological Seminary and Columbia University. She then spent a year learning at the Pardes Institute in Jerusalem before coming back to New York to earn her MA in Experiential Jewish Education and Rabbinic ordination from JTS. After ten years she is returning to Los Angeles with her husband Rabbi Noam Kornsgold and son Shemayah. Click HERE to email Rabbi Kornsgold.
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By Sinai Temple on
April 19, 2023
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE CELEBRATION OF 75 YEARS OF ISRAEL A TALK WITH DR. KENNETH STEIN Israel@75: Where Has Zionism Succeeded and What Remains Unfinished? Thursday, April 20 7:00 p.m. Kohn Chapel Dr. Kenneth Stein, Emeritus Professor of contemporary Middle Eastern History and Political Science at Emory University, has taught the history and politics of the Middle East and Israel Studies for forty years. He will offer his suggestions about the Zionist and Israeli roads successfully travelled, and the ones that remain ahead. He is also the founding President of the Center for Israel Education in Atlanta, Ga. Walk-ins…
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By Sinai Temple on
March 30, 2023
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES If you are trying to watch on the browser “Safari,” please switch to a different browser such as “Google Chrome” to avoid difficulties in watching our services. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Wednesday, April 5 7:30 a.m. Daily Minyan & Ta’anit B’khorot (Fast of the First Born) — Ziegler Sanctuary – in person and streamed 5:45 p.m. Evening Service — Kohn Chapel – in person only Thursday, April 6 9:00 a.m. First Day of Passover Service — Ziegler Sanctuary – in person and streamed 9:30 a.m. Family Minyan First Day of Passover Service 5:45…
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By Sinai Temple on
March 27, 2023
By Sinai Temple on
March 17, 2023
Thanks to the generosity of Kirk and Anne Douglas and The Douglas Foundation, Sinai Temple and Sinai Akiba Academy are proud to offer one of the region’s most prestigious educational programs for children. The Douglas Family Early Childhood Center nurtures our youngest Jewish hearts and minds, ages 16 months-5 years old. The ECC is constantly evolving to offer the most ambitious, child-friendly, spirit-rich, and joyful Jewish environments, in which to foster curiosity and grow happy kids. With research-based early childhood educational approaches, loving and highly-qualified teachers, joyful holiday celebrations, and stunning indoor and outdoor facilities, the Douglas Family ECC provides…
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By Sinai Temple on
January 17, 2023
Since its launch in July 2021, The Sinai Temple Mental Health Center has offered online presentations, as well as periodic newsletters, on important and relevant topics related to mental health and wellbeing to the entire Jewish community. Please contact the Center at [email protected] or (310) 481-3209 for additional information. Events: Jonathan Goldfinger | “Raising Resilient Adults: How to Ensure our Children Thrive” | May 31, 2023 Click Here to Watch “Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia” with Carolyn Hoffman, LCSW, from the Sinai Temple Mental Health Center and Yael Wyte, MSW, from the California Southland Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. …
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By Sinai Temple on
January 17, 2023
If you or someone you know is experiencing mental illness, please know that you are not alone. In addition to the resources through the Sinai Temple Mental Health Center, Sinai Temple’s clergy and pastoral care team are here to support you. Anxiety Sheet Depression Sheet Why a Bereavement Group List of Coping Strategies Your Guide to Jewish Senior Living Communities Listed below are major national hotlines and crisis resources as well as selected Jewish communal resources. Some of these resources offer 24/7 crisis support, while others provide information and referrals in non-crisis situations. Please note that these lists are not…
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