ESSAYS • LECTURES • CREATIVE WORK

Words that keep the conversation alive

Writing gives us a way to preserve memory, examine inherited stories and make room for new ones.

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Essays from the Beit Midrash

Was Humanity Worth Creating?

An essay arising from the Weekly Beit Midrash: Jewish sources, human responsibility and the questions we inherit about our place in the world.

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Music, prayer and public dialogue are part of my work beyond the classroom.

Selichot cultural event

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Speech at the UDF anniversary

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Books & teaching resources

My writing includes essays, sermons, poetry, liturgy and teaching materials exploring Judaism, ethics, spirituality, history and interfaith encounter.

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For information about available books and study resources, or to discuss using material in a learning group, please get in touch.

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Music & cultural collaboration

I sing, compose and develop programmes bringing together prayer, storytelling, poetry and songs from different traditions. Some ideas become a written page; others ask for music, performance or a shared gathering.

I welcome conversations with artists, educators and organisations about publications, performances and cultural projects.

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