Monday Motivation with Rabbi Garfinkel

Oh how the experiences of Egypt are SO relevant for the Pharaohs we face today in our lives! Listen, learn, & enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

The incredible life lessons that "The NEW PHARAOH" can teach us still today...more than ever today! Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

Follow our Project 613 journey in Morocco PART 2 for incredible inspiration from our Moroccan Jewish past... Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

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Monday Motivation with Rabbi Garfinkel 12-26-2022

Maimonides says that the Chanukah lights are exceedingly BELOVED. Why? Find out and hear 2 incredible stories about Jewish perseverance on Chanukah in  this latest edition of Monday Motivation! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

We learn from Ya'akov (Jacob), our forefather, that creating a Jewish Home is the highlight of life and not a mere sidelight. It needs preparation as well as physical & spiritual protection. I believe this is a powerful expression of the values of Jewish marriage that fly in the face of the ephemeral values of secular culture. ENJOY! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

One of the most inspiring stories you will ever hear about the greatness of being Jewish. Thank you to Mr. Aaron Feuerstein, OBM, on your first yahrtzeit for inspiring all of us. Special shout out to Rabbi Yoel Gold whose video interview of Mr. Feuerstein before he died was truly incredible! Prepare to be inspired! Lots of love, Rabbi 

Antisemitism is on the rise...like a lot. How do we respond? Find out in this week's episode of Monday Motivation with Rabbi Garfinkel! 

Thanksgiving is upon us... Some cool fun-facts about the Jewish roots of Thanksgiving, the mission of the Jewish people,  and concluding with an amazing story of kindness with a BIG IMPACT! As we express our gratitude this week, let's dedicate ourselves to a small act of kindness that no doubt will make a big impact! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

The incredible "CHESED" (Loving Kindness) of Avraham & Sarah reverberate throughout 3800 years of Jewish history down to us! Kindness is a hallmark of the Jewish people, and no one exemplifies that more than the "HOSTING" of Avraham & Sarah. So, sit back, enjoy, and "BE MY GUEST!" Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago

Welcome to the 1st episode of the 4th SEASON of Monday Motivation! And what better topic to discuss than the upcoming Elections. With the constant bombardment and toxic banter, what is the REAL JEWISH PERSPECTIVE ON ELECTIONS?!?!?! This is a MUST LISTEN before, during, and after election day on Tuesday.  *THIS EPISODE IS GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY MICHAEL & SHIRA SHAMBON & FAMILY. THANK...

Think you know the story of Noah's Ark? Well, have a listen and find out just how relevant the messages are for our lives TODAY! Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

In honor of the birth & bris of our grandson, Meir Rosenberg, we discuss the power of the concept of "bris milah," or "Jewish circumcision" and the person who inspired the name Meir... Meir (Bill) Mark- my son-in-law's maternal grandfather who was a US Air Force Navigator who flew dozens of missions bombing the Nazis in WW2. He was an observant Jew before, during, and after the War. He was sho...

Don't DREAD Yom Kippur! It's one of the greatest gifts we have! Find out why! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

WHO are you? Who can YOU become? The month leading up to Rosh HaShanah is the month of Elul which represents ENDLESS POTENTIAL. This is our time to tap into the spiritual energy of the day to create a vision of our BEST selves. Have a listen and THINK BIG! We do start with another incredible story about Lady J and Queen Elizabeth... NOTE- Next week is Rosh HaShanah so there will be no Monday Motiv...

The recent death of Queen Elizabeth brings to light a POWERFUL understanding of Rosh HaShanah. And, you'll meet a real JEWISH Royalty- the beloved "Lady J" OBM. Stories of Windsor Castle, the Esther Tapestries, and Passover seder in a cellar of a French countryside in 1941. Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Enjoy an incredible WEDDING STORY as well as a profound incident about a little boy who was saved by King George the 6th of England's Kinder Transport. Perfect listening opportunity on Labor Day & the entire week as we begin our approach to Rosh HaShanah! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago 

"WELCOME HOME!" Through the intensely JOYOUS celebration of bringing a Torah Scroll to its new home in synagogue, you can learn a lot about the Jewish people AND YOURSELF! Special tribute to the Polstein family and to Yisrael Ya'akov ben HaRav Yosef Dovid. 

A POWERFUL INTERVIEW WITH NACHIE ROSE, AN IMPRESSIVE YOUNG MAN WHO RECENTLY SURVIVED A TERROR ATTACK IN JERUSALEM. PREPARE TO BE INSPIRED! The first-ever interview on Monday Motivation Podcast...and what an interview it was! We dedicate the merit of this podcast to a full recovery for those still recovering from their injuries. We are grateful to HaShem that Nachie is safe & healthy. 

Can the story about a button change your life forever? Well, yes. PROFOUNDLY! Listen. Enjoy. And forever get your priorities in life straight! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

The holiday of Tisha B'Av might be lost for many...so let's FIND the positive message of Tisha B'Av & start to REBUILD! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

Sometimes The Almighty pulls back the curtain and says "HI!" This absolutely incredible tale involving the heroism of Brooke Dordek, little Sebastian, Guy Bar Yosef OBM, and his mother Arlene Bar Yosef (until 120!) is one such occasion. May it all inspire us to be givers! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel. Check out the incredible Chicago ABC News article & video they did about this story! https:/...

What is the greatest franchise in world history? Thinking McDonalds?!?!? THINK AGAIN! Enjoy & Be Inspired! Shout out to Kenny Rose & Jake Counne for the inspiration for this podcast! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel 

What in the world are THE THREE WEEKS? Where do they come from? What are we supposed to do? And why are we "mourning" in the middle of SUMMER?!?!?!? All these questions are answered as well as a very heartwarming wedding story about the love of a yeshiva for its beloved student. #kleenexalert! Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago