From Legacy to Action: A New Chapter in Black–Jewish Dialogue

A diverse group gathers at Temple Emanu-El for panel discussions and socializing during a community event.

“The friendship of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel will always inspire us, but new work and new partnerships, too, are demanded of us.”  – Senior Rabbi Joshua M. Davidson  On Friday, May 29, Temple Emanu-El launched Shared Histories, Shared Futures: The Arielle Patrick & Aaron Goldstein Initiative on Black–Jewish Relations, […]

Meet The High Holy Days Volunteers: Mina F. 

A woman with long black hair rests her chin on her hand, appearing thoughtful, seated against a neutral beige background.

The key to being a successful High Holy Days volunteer is simple, according to usher Mina F. “You have to really like people,” she said. “If you can have composure and warmth, a lot of people respond to that.”  When Mina moved back to Manhattan from the New Jersey suburbs, she joined Temple Emanu-El. After joining, […]