Daily Archives: December 23, 2009

‘Got A Phone #?’

That was the header on one email I got today. And what was in the body of the email? Nothing. Here are some etiquette tips for when you email strangers asking for things. First of all, introduce yourself. Then say … Continue reading

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Holiday Greetings From the Staff of Lukeford.net

Gentle Readers, It is easy to lose sight of the true meaning of the season in the tidal wave of crass commercialism that surrounds this holiest time of year. The staff of lukeford.net wishes all of our readers the gifts … Continue reading

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Why Do I Have My Live Cam On All The Time?

It is to stop myself from watching porn. Yeah, I’m a bit of a hound dog. I wish it wasn’t true, but Rabbi Union, as always, is right about me. I wish I could say I have my live cam … Continue reading

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Shannon Orand Worked For Tovia Singer Before Leib Tropper

Rabbi Tovia Singer has lived on the edge for decades. He speaks from the heart, confesses his foibles, turns hundreds of people on to Judaism, and makes some powerful enemies in the process. He is one Orthodox rabbi who’s not … Continue reading

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Would You Get Spiritual Counseling From A Rabbi Who Had An Affair With A Congregant?

Around 2002, Rabbi Simcha Weinberg (brother of Rabbi Matis Weinberg) lost his job with Lincoln Square Synagogue for having an affair with a congregant. He was caught in the act. He was subsequently divorced (and I believe he married the … Continue reading

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