From Rabbi David Goodman
Nafshenu’s next Shabbat service and lunch is this Saturday, December 10, at Prince of Peace. I hope we can get a good turnout, like we did when Deb Ferguson so kindly hosted us at her home on November 19. Thank you, Deb!
Before that, we’re holding our regular Thursday evening Torah study on December 8. It’s at 7 p.m. on Zoom, using the recurring Zoom link https://bit.ly/NafTorah. We’ll be reading the portion Va-yishlach (Genesis 32:4-36:43), which centers on the reconciliation between Jacob and his brother Esau, whose inheritance he stole. It should lead to a great discussion!
Look for details very soon on:
- Friday night services December 16.
- Justice Sunday – this month falling on the Monday after Christmas.
This week’s portion, Va-yishlach (Genesis 32:4-36:43) and talks about Jacob’s deep fears about his reunion with his estranged brother Esau – the brother whose inheritance he stole. In the end, Esau is ready to forgive. The two brothers embrace. The ultimate test of their reconciliation comes when their father Isaac dies: “He was gathered to his kin in ripe old age, and he was buried by his sons – Esau and Jacob.”
My blessing to you is this: May your family tensions big and small end in peace.
Have a great week/shavua tov!
Rabbi David