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Jewish Ritual
A window into the meaning of Jewish rituals throughout history and today— written especially for Christians. Ritual moments and opportunities guide the daily life of practicing Jews. These spiritual practices give expression to Jewish identity and reflect Judaism’s core beliefs and values. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the whys and hows of nine specific areas of Jewish ritual. Observing the Sabbath Keeping Kosher Putting on Tefillin (Prayer Boxes) Wrapping the Tallit (Prayer Shawl) Covering the Head Studying Torah Praying Daily Saying Blessings throughout the Day Going to the R...
Jewish Spiritual Guidance
A Map for the Inner Journey, for Seekers and Guides Alike Written with warmth, compassion, and deep understanding, this book offers a map of the inner journey for exploring the time-honored practice of spiritual guidance. Carol Ochs and Rabbi Kerry M. Olitzky speak both to those who seek a Jewish perspective on the spiritual life and those who wish to guide others in this search. Drawing deeply on the riches of the Torah and other important Jewish sources, Jewish Spiritual Guidance offers wisdom and insight to all religious seekers?lay and ordained, Jewish and non-Jewish. They examine the broad principles of spiritual guidance, describing it as the journey of two people?seeker and guide?thro...
Jewish Holidays
A window into Judaism's sacred days--throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians. Holy days and holidays provide the peak experiences of Jewish life. These moments speak deeply to the Jewish soul and animate Judaism's culture. They encourage Jews to participate in their shared historical experience, which reflects their covenantal relationship with God, and articulate Jewish values that have allowed for the survival of the Jewish people. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the major Jewish holidays and what they mean for the Jewish people. Each chapter explores a diff...
Recovery from Codependence
Healing wisdom for those directly affected by the addiction of a loved one. This warm and empowering message draws on Jewish tradition and the personal experiences of recovering codependent people to offer hope no matter your faith or background.
Grief in Our Seasons
Jewish tradition encourages study as a way of honoring the memory of those who are no longer among us. Grief in Our Seasons offers a comforting link between study and the tradition of saying Kaddish, helping those who are mourning to heal at their own pace and to cherish the memory of their loved ones each and every day. Each section of Grief in Our Seasons is devoted to a stage of mourning, providing daily readings from sacred Jewish texts and words of inspiration, comfort, and understanding. “Meditations Before Saying Kaddish” share the insights of others who have faced the challenges of mourning, and tell how they found solace during the process.
Twelve Jewish Steps to Recovery
By presenting a Jewish perspective on The Twelve Steps and offering consolation, inspiration, and motivation towards recovery, this guide explains how the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous are relevant for Jewish people as well as Christians. Afterword on "Where to Go for Help" by The JACS Foundation (Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent Persons and Significant Others). Illustrations by Maty Grunberg.
The Adventures of Leila and Ilana
A fun and insightful young novel that provides a peek into different cultural experiences through the friendship of Leila and Ilana. This terrific storybook doesn’t just stop with Muslim and Jewish insights, it also explores the diversity of other students in the classroom. Readers will love the adventures and learn a little bit more about their own friends and neighbors along the way. Highly recommended. —Rabbi Stacia Deutsch New York Times bestselling author is a heartwarming story of friendship between a Muslim and Jewish girl, that celebrates the age the innocence and purity of their tender age. An admirable effort by two interfaith activists who planted a seed of Salaam/Shalom for many beautiful peace trees to grow! —Sahar Khamis, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Communication at the University of Maryland The Adventures of Leila and Ilana is a story of two girls, one Muslim and one Jewish, who become best friends in this fun and endearing story about the power of being yourself in spite of the challenges.
Grief in Our Seasons
Strength from the Jewish tradition for the first year of mourning. This wise and inspiring book provides a carefully-ordered selection of sacred Jewish thoughts for mourners to read each day.
Preparing Your Heart for Passover
A guide through the preparations for Passover, defining the observance not only as a religious and social ritual but also a spiritual jorney, one that is repeated and refined through the course of our lives.
