Rabbi Spike Anderson

10/08/2023

Temple Emanu-El
Dear Temple Emanu-El,

These last 36 hours have been beyond awful as we continue to see the horrors in Israel develop.

We are looking at more than 600 dead, 1800 hospitalized, and dozens kidnapped by Hamas to Gaza.

We know that we are still at the beginning of what is to come.

On Thursday night at Temple Emanu-El at 7:00pm, we will gather in our Sanctuary for a ceremony that is part vigil, part shiva (for our dead).

Coming together at this time is important to grieve, to commune, and to begin imagining a way forward.

This event is open to the community.

May God bring comfort to the mourners of Zion.

Rabbi Spike Anderson
Rabbi Rachael Klein Miller
Rabbi Max Miller

10/07/2023

Temple Emanu-El
Dear Temple Emanu-El,

By now you have seen that Israel is at war.

​​​​​​​In a surprise attack this morning (6:30am Israel time), Hamas attacked Israel civilian populations by land, air, and sea. Thousands of rockets were also fired.

Israel has responded, and the IDF reserve has been mobilized. More than 100 Israelis have been killed, and hundreds more have been rushed to hospitals with serious injuries.

This is really bad.

Here in America, we will support Israel’s imperative to defend herself, pray for Israelis on the front lines and in the bomb shelters, and for a sustainable peace.

If you have friends in Israel, I promise that they will appreciate you reaching out to them. Let them know that we are with them.

The fact that this attack was planned 50 years to the day after the Yom Kippur War is lost on no one.

May The One who makes peace in the heavens bring peace to all of Israel.

Rabbi Spike Anderson
Rabbi Rachael Klein Miller
Rabbi Max Miller

02/17/2023

Exciting New “Baby & Me” Program at TE
Open to the Community! - Invite your friends.

Mazal Tots at Temple Emanu-El is a unique and joyful “baby and me” class that combines the power of song, movement, sensory stimulation, and play to create meaningful bonding experiences between parents and their little ones. Mazal Tots Facilitator is Early Childhood Educator, Jackie Perilman.

Series # 1: Sundays: March 12,19, 26, April 2nd
9:30-10:30am (0-11mos.) Register at: https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-1-ages-0-11-mos.1.html
11:15am-12:15pm (1-3 yrs.) Register at:
https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-1-ages-1-3-yrs..html

Series #2 April 16, 23, 30, May 7th
9:30-10:30am (0-11mos.) Register at https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-2-ages-0-11-mos..html
11:15am-12:15pm (1-3 yrs.) Register at https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-2-ages-1-3-yrs..html

02/17/2023

For Alt parents with young kids, this is a great chance - Baby and Me program on Sunday mornings.

Exciting New “Baby & Me” Program at TE
Open to the Community! - Invite your friends.

Mazal Tots at Temple Emanu-El is a unique and joyful “baby and me” class that combines the power of song, movement, sensory stimulation, and play to create meaningful bonding experiences between parents and their little ones. Mazal Tots Facilitator is Early Childhood Educator, Jackie Perilman.

Series # 1: Sundays: March 12,19, 26, April 2nd
9:30-10:30am (0-11mos.) Register at: https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-1-ages-0-11-mos.1.html
11:15am-12:15pm (1-3 yrs.) Register at:
https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-1-ages-1-3-yrs..html

Series #2 April 16, 23, 30, May 7th
9:30-10:30am (0-11mos.) Register at https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-2-ages-0-11-mos..html
11:15am-12:15pm (1-3 yrs.) Register at https://templeemanuelatlanta.shulcloud.com/event/mazal-tots-series-2-ages-1-3-yrs..html

10/04/2022

At sundown tonight begins Yom Kippur.
May all who observe have a meaningful holiday..and an easy fast.

10/03/2022

Right in time for Yom Kippur, here is my Rosh Hashanah sermon.

The title is: Compassion is good medicine for YOU.

It makes the case (from the latest scientific research AND traditional Jewish wisdom) that giving back/volunteering for others can very much help you live a healthier, longer life.

If you were looking for a good reason to do some real good...

03/25/2022

Its an honor for me to serve as a police chaplain for the Sandy Springs Police Department. Here is a nice article that features me with Chief of Police Ken DeSimone, as it relates to being a rabbi and police Chaplain in this little corner of Georgia.

Temple Emanu-El Rabbi Spike Anderson wanted to give back to the community.

11/16/2021

We're hiring! Temple Emanu-El of Atlanta is looking for a Cantor/Cantorial Soloist for a position that can be either part-time or full-time. Shabbat, holidays, and room for more!
https://www.jewishjobs.com/.../cantor.../sandy-springs/ga
Please reach out with questions. I'd love to tell you about our community.