Rabbi Howard Morrison

Dear Congregational Family,

With all the concerns and regulations surrounding Covid19, let us not forget that Pesach is a little over two weeks away. In previous messages, I have pointed out that we have the authorization form for you to sell chametz on the website. I have also pointed out that for those who are religiously comfortable, you may rely on the lenient positions regarding the use of Kitniot-legumes especially this year. Your Pesach guide has a full explanation.

Shabbat Ha'Chodesh has come and gone. This Thursday is Rosh Chodesh Nisan. With Pesach fast approaching, I invite you to join me today, Wednesday, and Friday at 12 noon on Beth Emeth Facebook live. While the style of learning does not allow for verbal interaction, you can write comments to me during the learning so that we have interaction. Unlike other forms of social media outreach, the lesson on Facebook live remains on our Facebook page for those who cannot join in person.

Some of our topics for today will include:

With whom and how many people should one celebrate a Seder this year? What is Pesach Sheni? Can it be broadened for this year? Which edition of the Haggadah will you use? What kinds of questions will you ask this year? and more.

In session 2 on Wednesday, we shall place the entire Haggadah into a discernible structure. In subsequent sessions, we will analyze particular passages.

One specific section begins with the words "Tzay U'Lmad - Go and learn," which means to study deeply. In these challenging times, I invite us to find educational and spiritual nourishment through a study of the Haggadah.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Stay well.

Better days are coming.

Rabbi Howard Morrison