Tag Archives: faith
The Old Synagogue
by Mel Glenn (Brooklyn, NY) The old synagogue sits stubbornly closed amid the open stores along Ave. U., its two main doors locked shut as passersby speak Russian and Chinese. For me, the shul might as well lie on the … Continue reading
Filed under American Jewry, poetry
Expanding the Boundaries of Faith
by Emily Goldberg (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) I am extremely motivated and determined to explore the things that fascinate me in life. From faith-based experiences to leadership opportunities, I am constantly involving myself in programs and groups that will inspire me … Continue reading
Filed under American Jewry, Jewish identity
Devotion to Faith
by Roma Talasowicz-Eibuszyc (New York, NY) Translated from the Polish by Suzanna Eibuszyc (Calabasas, CA) Painful though this will be, I have decided that she is right. I do this not so much to preserve my own story, but rather … Continue reading
Filed under American Jewry, Family history, Polish Jewry
Writing Practice: Faith
How would you describe faith? Is it something inside you–a deep trust in God, an unwavering belief in God’s presence–that flows like a swiftly running river toward the sea? Or is it more like a flickering flame, a candle burning … Continue reading
Filed under Jewish identity, Jewish writing, writing practice
