Tag Archives: fellowship
Shalom Aleichem
Shalom aleichem is a greeting version in Hebrew, meaning “peace be upon you” (literally: “peace to you”). The appropriate response is “aleikhem shalom” Yiddish: עליכם־שלום , or “upon you be peace”. This form of greeting is traditional among Jews throughout the … Continue reading
Where Do We Go From Here?
Question: I need a good book on Judaism. My wife is Jewish and I recently found out that I am, too! We want to raise our kids Jewish. I have read extensively on the subjects of philosophy, religion and psychology. … Continue reading
Sparking Illumination
The Jewish people have no monopoly on G-d and spirituality. In fact, Judaism’s core desire is that the world perceive G-d’s presence in their lives, and grow spiritually. What’s curious then is the wording of what is arguably Judaism’s most … Continue reading
Articulating an Encounter with God
Now there was a disciple at Damascus named Ananias. The Lord said to him in a vision, “Ananias.” And he said, “Here I am, Lord.” And the Lord said to him, “Rise and go to the street called Straight, and … Continue reading
57 Days: Life is Burning with God’s Desire
First contact is a term describing the first meeting of two cultures previously unaware of one another. One notable example of first contact is that between the Spanish and the Arawak (and ultimately all of the Americas) in 1492. Such … Continue reading
60 Days: There is Still a Light that Shines
When you come to a place that seems outside of G‑d’s realm, too coarse for light to enter, and you want to run away— Know that there is no place outside of G‑d, and rejoice in your task of uncovering … Continue reading
Shavuot Fellowship in Wisconsin
Twenty-years ago the spirit of the Lord kindled something new, and the ministry of first fruits of Zion was born. With the teachings of First Fruits of Zion, Christians and Messianic Jews began to rediscover the Torah. Two decades later, … Continue reading
Questions You Can Never Ask In Church
There is a Yiddish saying that is familiar to many: “One doesn’t die from asking a question.” This expression is a pithy way to explain to someone who has questions that having a question — or many — is no … Continue reading
Waiting in a Minefield
The words and the stories of Torah are but its clothing; the guidance within them is its body. And, as with a body, within that guidance breathes a soul that gives life to whoever follows it. And within that soul … Continue reading
