The limits imposed by the pandemic have drastically changed our interpersonal contacts, affecting our physical interactions outside the home communally and professionally, as well as with friends and family. These limitations have also created opportunities for more focused and meaningful interaction inside the home, and for more intentional relationships beyond the home. This experience has highlighted the value of our relationships. We have become more aware of the hunger we feel for each other’s company and friendship, and we notice the joy experienced as we begin to come back together – even distanced and masked. As we move forward, this enhanced appreciation for others – friends, family, colleagues, community – can serve as a force to strengthen all these critical relationships in our lives. In 5781, let us resolve to treasure connection, community, and each other. Read more on the topic in the Jewish Link article by OU Executive Vice President Rabbi Moshe Hauer. Please enjoy the following OU 5781 Yamim Noraim resources: Chag at Home Browse the materials and download your customized learning packet Women’s Initiative Yemei Ratzon Torah Yerushalayim View the list of speakers and register Alone Together (Again!) Preparing for the Chagim A Little Bit Goes a Long Way – 10-Minute Talks to Prepare for Rosh Hashana Watch here for brief, yet powerful, insight as we prepare for the High Holidays. |
In preparation-overdrive mode for the Yomim Noraim, Chag at Home will have plenty of learning material to choose from, including reading, developing conversations at the table, and kid-friendly, age-appropriate material as well. Just browse the site, add what you like and download one all-inclusive PDF. More content being added daily. Try it now.
Join us and register for the daily Tefillah audio series – daily 10 minutes shiurim on the Elul and Tishrei Tefillot. The Teshuvah video presenters include Rabbanit Shani Taragin, Mrs. Michal Horowitz, Professor Smadar Rosensweig, Rabbanit Rookie Billet and Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman.