Rabbi Sam

01/27/2026

Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We remember all of those lost in the Holocaust. May their memories be a blessing.

01/27/2026

Finally! After 843 days the Hamas hostage situation is over. The Jewish people can breath again.

01/07/2026

What a fascinating woman. I love learning these stories.

With the Inquisition active throughout much of Europe, the first half of the 16th century was a perilous time for Jewish people. Andreé Aelion Brooks explores how the fabulously wealthy Doña Gracia worked tirelessly to protect her community

09/22/2025

To all our family and friends,
We wish you a happy, healthy, safe, and sweet year!

For those looking for zoom services, you’re invited to join my synagogue's High Holiday services via Zoom. Reach out to me for details and a link to the prayer book (for security reasons we’re not posting publicly)

Shanah Tovah,
Rabbi Sam, Dora, and Zahava

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Join Rabbi Sam for High Holiday Services via Zoom at Congregation B’nai Jeshrun in Staten Island.

Schedule (end Times are approximate):

Rosh Hashanah: Tuesday & Wednesday, Sept 23-24 | 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM

Kol Nidre: Wednsday, Oct 1 | 6:30PM - 9:00PM

Yom Kippur Day: Thursday, Oct 2 | 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:30PM - 7:30PM

We look forward to celebrating the holidays together, near or far!