A Jewish Summer Reflection With Rabbi Yonina

Traditionally summertime is about going out. Like spies exploring foreign territories, we seek new places, maybe even a promised land. One goal in Buffalo might be to capture the sun when we can, to have fun and connect with friends old and new. Yet how do we...

A Pride Reflection With Rabbi Yonina

I’m sure you’ve heard “life is a journey, not a destination.” One of the highest character traits in Judaism is being humble on our journey. It’s about our place in the world, our path to find that for ourselves, and to see a broader perspective and respecting others....

5 Tips For Navigating Anxiety About The News

In times of uncertainty, the steady stream of news and information we encounter each day can feel overwhelming and stir up anxiety about the future. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which offers an opportunity to check in with yourself and reflect on how your...

A Passover Reflection With Rabbi Yonina

Happy April. In the Jewish calendar it’s the month of Nisan in which we celebrate Passover. How do JFS’ core values of Being Resolute, Being Purpose Built, and Being a Mensch reflect the Jewish holiday? The story we share every year is of our walk to freedom from...