Rabbi Howard Morrison

One of the joys of my moving to Canada over twenty-one years ago is the multi-cultural fabric of Canadian society. For many decades in the U.S., one lived in a melting pot society, where one felt forced to blend in. In the GTA specifically, one is encouraged to practice and wear the tradition and clothing of one's ethnic, cultural, or religious heritage. In recent years, leadership of our local riding has assisted in bringing diverse groups together. 

On Monday April 11, from 6-7:30PM, I invite us all to join in a collaborative effort entitled, "From hurt to hope through healing." In celebration of Ramadan, Easter, and Passover, clergy from three particular religions will share an interfaith conversation. The program will take place in person at Adath Israel and will be accessible on their livestream as well. The panelists include myself, Pastor Judith James from Revivaltime Tabernacle, and Imam Imran Ally from the Taric Islamic Centre. The moderators will be Rabbi Adam Cutler from Adath Israel and Ya'ara Saks, MP for York Centre. You will find a flier and more information on our synagogue website.

Judaism has best functioned in the Diaspora when cooperating harmoniously with our non-Jewish neighbors and friends. Maimonides and others who lived in the Golden Age of Spain exemplify the best of what can be when Jews can share openly with partners of different faith traditions. I hope you will plan to join us either in person or virtually,

Sincerely,

Rabbi Howard Morrison