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Send us Fan Mail The moms are back from their summer vacation. Is it really a vacation when there is no school or camp? Who was more anxious about the start of summer camp - the moms or kids? Don't miss out! 

Send us Fan Mail "Determined and with the strength of will that has carried us all the way since the time of Moses to the present day, should continue to sustain us for many generations to come."  In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Esti is joined by her own 9-year-old daughter, Jazz, and Beth El's Executive Director, Ben Wachstein, to talk about Esti & Jazz's trip to visit their family in Israel this summer and Jazz's upcoming first time at a sleep away camp. Stay tuned for a trip & camp recap in August!

Send us Fan Mail "What if these two angels are God being with us all the time and witnessing our baggage, our fears, and our hopes? And every Shabbat they are with us, and they say, I see you as God sees us and we are not alone." In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail "Today, we are grateful for the return of the four hostages, for their families, and for the courage of the IDF soldiers who led them to freedom; in a complicated and dangerous mission."  In case you missed it, here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! Summer sweaters and people who leave their shopping carts unattended in parking lots…Who made the list for our Shanda of the week? Join Ben, Jeremy, and Jill for Havdalah Happy Hour! 

Send us Fan Mail Esti and Ben share the latest updates on the ongoing war in Israel and tell the story of the Cunio family members who were kidnapped on October 7th. Sharon Aloni Cunio and her 3-year-old daughters Yuli & Emma were released in November, her husband David is still held hostage in Gaza. 

Send us Fan Mail "We are all God's children and our choices can lead us to good, or our choices can lead us to evil. Our Parsha tells us that if you choose good, you will be blessed, and if you choose bad, you will be cursed. It is a choice that each and every one of us makes every single day." In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's full ser...

Send us Fan Mail During our Friday evening Shabbat service, we had the opportunity to hear from Lara, a member of our Beth El community who is currently attending college. Lara shared how life on her college campus has changed since October 7. 

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! How many Americans can drive a vehicle with a manual transmission? Does anyone still have a phone in their home? Ben, Jeremy and Jill recap our holiday weekend,  including a trip to Atlantic City and Rhode Island. Who made the list for our Shanda of the week? Join us for Havdalah Happy Hour! 

Send us Fan Mail During a busy season of college and high school graduations, Rabbi Steven Schwartz delivered an inspiring message to the class of 2024.  In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Schwartz's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! After a week off, Ben, Jeremy and Jill are back. Who made the list for our Shanda of the week? Grab a drink and join us for Havdalah Happy Hour! 

Send us Fan Mail Esti Zenati and Ben Kreshtool talk to our special guest, Idan Tzameret, owner of Kitchen Design by Idan on Falls Rd in Baltimore and Beth El member, about the experience he had with antisemitism in early May, his life as an Israeli, including his years in the IDF, and the current war.

Send us Fan Mail Ben Kreshtool and Amanda Beitman are joined by Mark Plakotoris of Designed with Purpose to discuss Beth El Congregation’s new Shulchan (reading table.) 

Send us Fan Mail "It's important for us to stand strong, kindle our own inner light, find our own path forward,  and to not rely on the ghosts of the past, when we have the ability to create our own future."  In case you missed it or would like to share - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! Ben, Jeremy and Jill recap the previous week and discuss the ongoing college campus protests happening throughout the country.  How much did Jeremy get from his settlement with Southwest Airlines? We also welcome our new listeners from Japan and share a story about a small town in Japan installing a screen to keep the tourists away. Grab a drink and join us for Havdala...

Send us Fan Mail Beth El Congregation's My Story featuring retired Baltimore Police Detective Jeremy Silbert. 

Send us Fan Mail "This week's Torah portion teaches us that scapegoating is not new and really bad stuff happens. It also teaches us that we can rise up against it, do our very best to stamp out hate, and that the actions that each and every one of us takes in this moment of time, will make a difference!"  In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - h...

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! Ben, Jeremy, and Jill have returned from Passover break and they've brought along some amazing guests! During a special live episode, we discuss the Kentucky Derby, an embarrassing moment during a bris, and the current crisis and unrest on college campuses. We also play a game of Pikesville trivia. Who knows Pikesville best? Don't miss out – grab a drink and...

Send us Fan Mail The moms are back from Passover break!  Scorpions in Maryland? Join us as we recap vacations, seders, jello shots and apple pie. Don't miss out! 

Send us Fan Mail Esti Zenati and Ben Kreshtool discuss the ongoing antisemitism crisis on college campuses, the Israeli hostages and more. 

Send us Fan Mail "This year we'll open our doors with an extra sense of urgency because we welcome Elijah as a symbol of hope into our lives, to our families, to our communities, to Israel, and to the world." In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat.

Send us Fan Mail Shavua Tov! Passover is only a few days away. A Sunday “dress rehearsal” seder? Rice or no rice during Passover? We also reveal Jill’s prediction for the series finale of Curb Your Enthusiasm and Jeremy’s shoe saga continues. Who made our Shanda of the Week? Pull up a chair and pour yourself a drink. 

Send us Fan Mail "May we all be amazed with the openness that we can bring to our communities and to our own hearts this Passover season." In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

Send us Fan Mail "We've been through hard times before and we've gotten through them. And together, we will go forth, we will be strong, and we will endure." In case you missed it or would like to share with your family and friends - here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's sermon from our Friday evening Shabbat service at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.