Shomrei Emunah President Miriam Haimes said the appointment is about more than just gender; it’s about the person.
Religion
Bnai Keshet to host discussion with ‘God is Here’ author, Rabbi Toba Spitzer
Rabbi Spitzer will talk about her new book ‘God Is Here: Reimagining the Divine’
For many in Montclair, Ash Wednesday and Lent will be in person once again
2020’s services were just before the pandemic hit. In 2021, not every congregation or congregant was ready to return (and some still aren’t).
Author Ariel Goldberg to share research on trans, queer image cultures
The talk, hosted by Bnai Keshet, will be Feb. 19 on Zoom.
‘A Montclairite in Jerusalem’ — Times of Israel opinion editor Miriam Herschlag speaks Saturday
Herschlag grew up in Montclair, and her late parents were among Bnai Keshet’s founders.
Montclair Rabbi Ariann Weitzman named an NJ-11 Pandemic Hero
She inspired and supported congregants during the pandemic, nomination said.
Chabad of Montclair lights up Wellmont Arts Plaza for Hanukkah
“We’re in a season of miracles,” Rabbi Yaacov Leaf said.
More Montclair-area synagogues celebrate Hannukah — but cautiously
Congregations aim to balance coronavirus safety with tradition as they come together for the holiday.
How Montclair is celebrating Hanukkah in the new normal
On Nov. 29, Chabad of Montclair will host a Hanukkah Fest and Grand Menorah Lighting at the Wellmont Arts Plaza.
Bnai Keshet to host course on dismantling white supremacy
Classes will meet once a month through April.
St. James Episcopal Church to hold a Blessing of the Animals event
Donations will go to PAWS Montclair.
Ramadan in the pandemic an opportunity for reflection, Montclair imam says
Muslims observing Ramadan won’t be able to attend large gatherings, due to capacity and spacing restrictions still in effect in the pandemic.
Houses of worship can welcome more back — some in Montclair will
“We know that, for many of our residents, the ability to worship together plays a central role in well-being and mental health,” Murphy said.
A Hanukkah menorah brings light in darkness
The Hanukkah menorah which symbolizes the holiday is a variation on the synagoguge menorah. Its many forms represent how Jews assimilate.