Kee Tavo 5778-2018
“A Wandering Aramean?” by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Kee Tavo, Moses, facing the final days of his life, informs the people what to expect will happen once…
Vayigash 5780-2019
“The Reunion of Jacob & Joseph: An Immortal Lesson about Love” (updated and revised from Vayigash 5760-1999) by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Vayigash, we…
Vayigash 5765-2004
"And He Fell On His Neck and Wept" by Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald In this coming week's parasha, parashat Vayigash, we read of the dramatic reunion of Joseph and his elderly father, Jacob, who…
Bechukotai,Weekly Message,Behar
Behar-Bechukotai 5769-2009
"Impoverishment: In those Days, in these Times" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Until the recent financial meltdown, it was difficult to conceive of impoverishment, especially in the Jewish…
Vayigash 5760-1999
"The Reunion of Jacob & Joseph: An Immortal Lesson About Love" by Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald In this week's parasha, Parashat Vayigash, we read of the dramatic reunion of Joseph and his…
Winter Solace
If the winter is starting to affect your spirits, try singing praises to God for the beauty of the world and the incredible intricacies of the four seasons.
Share the Laugh
If you know someone who could use a “pick me up,” pick up the phone, share a joke or two to lift their spirits and make them laugh!
Plan Ahead
Use this coming Thursday, Joke Day as an opportunity to lift people’s spirits by sharing a few good jokes.
Make a Difference
If it is feasible, and reasonable under current conditions to visit someone you know who is ill, think of ways to lift their spirits and let them know that you have them in mind in your…
Lift Them Up
Share a joke or two with a friend or family member going through a rough period to lift their spirits and make them laugh! NJOP will be featuring comedian Elon Gold at our upcoming…