Torah Talk with Rabbi Jacob Rosner

The High Holidays mark the joyous beginning of a new year, as well as a somber period of introspection; a time for personal change and spiritual return.  Now that the season is over, Rabbi Jacob looks at the holidays as a whole, and reflects on what it means to our relationships and our lives.  Enjoy!

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In the Jewish tradition, the month of Elul is a time of repentance in preparation for the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.  In this edition, Rabbi Jacob talks about preparation for these Days of Awe.  Enjoy!

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In this post-Shavuot edition, Rabbi Jacob shares some of the midrashim involved in the giving of the Torah. 

Please enjoy your summer!

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Acts of charity and loving-kindness are central to the Torah way of life.  Rabbi Jacob talks about the importance, and significance of practicing of Gemilut Chassed.

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In this edition Rabbi Jacob talks about Jewish attitude toward elder care, and the respect due to our parents and elders.  BettyAnn Monash joins Rabbi Jacob this week to talk about the FACES (FAmily Caregivers of Elders Support) program.  Enjoy!

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This week, Rabbi Jacob talks about the signifigance of "keeping kosher", as well as the upcoming Seder at Or Shalom.

Shabbat Shalom

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Hooray for Purim, the zaniest holiday on the Jewish calendar. On March 19 we’ll end Shabbat with a Havdalah service followed by the reading of the Book of Esther. Bring your own grogger or pick one up at services but plan to help us drown out the name of you-know-who when Rabbi Jacob reads his name during this special Saturday night service. Dress code for Purim services is fun or funny – dress in costume or wear a kooky hat but get into the spirit of the holiday as we celebrate the joyous deeds of Queen Esther. After services everyone continues the merriment with an ice cream party in the social hall. For those over 21, a refreshing drink will be served!

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Torah Talk with Rabbi Jacob brings Jewish learning to your iPod or computer screen. This podcast presents a weekly sermon or torah reading by Rabbi Jacob Rosner, the spiritual leader of Congregation Or Shalom in Berwyn, Pennsylvania.

Congregation Or Shalom has been home to the Jewish community of the Western Main Line since its beginning in 1974. Founding members recall children fast asleep on laps, families playing together and worshiping together. As we have grown along with our larger community, we have maintained that welcoming atmosphere, the sense that each of us makes a difference simply by belonging.

There's more to us than what can we can share in this post.  If you'd like to get more acquainted with us and Rabbi Rosner, we invite you to listen to our weekly podcast, visit our website at www.OrShalom.com and connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CongregationOrShalom

B'Shalom