Tag Archives: orthodox synagogues

Need help finding an Orthodox Synagogue!

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Luke Ford

Jane emails: “I’m a prospective Jewish convert. I’ve spent the past 4 months or so studying at a Conservative Temple here in Los Angeles. Although I really enjoyed my experience, I want to experience and learn more, however this time … Continue reading →

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I Dream Of New York

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Luke Ford

I keep having dreams about spending a weekend in New York. On Friday night in my dreams, I visit a couple of Orthodox synagogues and have a grand time. I meet people. I’m invited home for Shabbat dinner. I’m go-go-go … Continue reading →

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Will Bnai David-Judea Follow Suit?

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Luke Ford

Bnai David is the most liberal Orthodox shul on the West Coast. I wonder if it will copy these developments in New York? My yetzer hara says: “Do you remember Lamelle from when she was at Bnai David? She has … Continue reading →

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How The Orthodox Deal With The Non-Orthodox

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Luke Ford

Orthodox rabbi Marc B. Shapiro blogs: In general, there have been some real changes in how Orthodoxy deals with the non-Orthodox, and Adam Ferziger has recently published a valuable article on the topic. In reading the article, I was surprised … Continue reading →

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Liability At Issue In Chabad Lawsuit In Nevada

Posted on January 15, 2010 by Luke Ford

Report: At the center of the Nevada case is Theressa Ramani, who filed a lawsuit in District Court in Clark County in 2003 against Chabad of Southern Nevada, Chabad of Summerlin, two rabbis and other individuals she said were affiliated … Continue reading →

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