Author Archive for: tmatzek
Entries by tmatzek
Read Mount Zion Congregant Phil Goldman’s blog “A Random Walk with Rashi”
Join Mount Zion congregant Phil Goldman and others on “A Random Walk with Rashi” every Wednesday on TCJewfolk. Put down that iPad and break out your I Yad. Here’s just a small sample of his work: It’s not every day … Continue reading »
Rabbi Spilker’s MN Senate Testimony on the Constitutional Amendment on Marriage
Rabbi Spilker gave testimony the senate of the state of Minnesota regarding the possibility of a consitutional amendment to ban same-sex marriage. Below is a brief excerpt. Chairman Limmer, members of the committee, thank you for this opportunity to testify … Continue reading »
Donations needed for Family Shelter in June
There are many ways to help with the Family Shelter, but a very important one is to donate items that are needed by our guests. You can make a difference! Please consider donating an item! Gently Used (CLEAN!) or New … Continue reading »
Purchase Amy Ariel’s book
Purchase Amy’s Book at the Mount Zion Temple Office! This captivating book is about two Jewish girls who become friends across time when modern-day Hannah suddenly appears in her own Saint Paul yard . . . in 1912. Thirteen-year-old Abigail … Continue reading »
Blessings and Text Study for Social Justcice
Before engaging in the holy act of tikkun olam, repair of the world, in deeds large and small, it is appropriate to say a blessing. Baruch ata Adonai, Elohei-nu me-lech ha-olam, asher kid-shanu b’mitz-votav v’tzi-vanu leer-dof tzedek. Praised are You, … Continue reading »
