How do you get to the heart  of a life well lived?Its all about the questions. If you can hear the questions and apply them to the way you live your life on earth today, then when the time comes, your soul will be ready to take that stairway to heaven, prepared to answer the Seven Questions with a resounding Yes!, and take your rightful place among the angels.from the PrologueIn this charming, inspiring and wise guide to a well-lived life, beloved teacher Ron ...

Celebrate the joy of “making Shabbat” each week in your home—with rituals, prayers, blessings, food, and song.This expanded, easy-to-use edition of the classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more ideas, and new resources for every aspect of the holy day.An inspiring how-to guide to every aspect of Shabbat, including:History and meaningHow to prepareRituals, prayers, and blessings (step-by-step)Th...

Remember, retell, recreate, and relive the Exodus experiencewith the stories, rituals, foods, and songs of Pesah.This revised and expanded edition of the classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more ideas, and new resources for every aspect of the Festival of Freedom.An inspiring and practical how-to guide, Passover clearly explains all the vital information that you need to fully honorand to fully enjoythis sacred celebration, including: History and mean...

Powerful life lessons in a funny and moving portrait of family, community and spiritual discovery in America. Hilarious and heartfelt, Ron Wolfson's inspiring memoir is filled with stories of growing up in a warm family, encountering colorful characters like the merchants of Omaha and the famous Warren Buffett, navigating adolescence and learning never to underestimate his mother. With easygoing Midwestern humor and profound poignancy, Ron's "true stories" of family and community in the Un...

This fun, practical book will inspire kids ages eight to twelve to be a Superhero and do good work in the World, encouraging them to be like God. With humor and clear examples, noted educator Dr. Ron Wolfson shows kids how they can tap into their God-like talents to continue the work of creation and repair the world.

Create a meaningful and happy Hanukkah in your home with story, celebration, food and song. This newly designed, easy-to-use edition of a classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more family ideas, and new resources for every aspect of your holiday celebration.Every aspect of Hanukkah is covered, including the story of Hanukkah; songs and prayers in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish (with clear transliterations); recipes for traditional and modern Hanukkah foods; “December dilemmas...

You Are Gods Partner Put on This Earth to Do Gods WorkWhat on earth are you here for? To do the tasks that God has for you…. You can call someone who is lonely. You can visit a friend who is sick. You can read a book to a child. You can comfort a mourner. You can volunteer your time. You can make a difference. You can give of your selfa self that is infused with godliness.from the IntroductionAll human beings are made in the image of God. But for what purpose were yo...

How do you get to the heart of a life well lived?Its all about the questions.If you can hear the questions and apply them to the way you live your life on earth today, then when the time comes, your soul will be ready to take that stairway to heaven, prepared to answer the Seven Questions with a resounding Yes!, and take your rightful place among the angels.from the PrologueIn this charming, inspiring and wise guide to a well-lived life, belov...

Noted educator and community revitalization pioneer Dr. Ron Wolfson presents practical strategies and case studies to transform the old model of Jewish institutions into relational communities. He sets out twelve principles of relational engagement to guide Jewish lay leaders, professionals and community members in turning institutions into inspiring communities whose value-proposition is to engage people and connect them to Judaism and community in meaningful and lasting ways.

Remember, retell, recreate, and relive the Exodus experience—with the stories, rituals, foods, and songs of Pesah.This revised and expanded edition of the classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more ideas, and new resources for every aspect of the Festival of Freedom.An inspiring and practical how-to guide, Passoverclearly explains all the vital information that you need to fully honor—and to fully enjoy—this sacred celebra...

How can my congregation become more vital?How can we both honor the past and embrace the future?“[The Self-Renewing Congregation] calls for ‘renewal’…from within, not without—a renewal that begins with institutional self-reflection, proceeds through a process of self-engagement, and ends with self-generated innovations that can deepen the synagogue congregation as a sacred community. The core of this book offers any congregation seeking this path a ...

Combining expert advice and experience garnered from congregations throughout North America, The Self-Renewing Congregation shows us how transformative change is possible. A complete resource full of ideas, information, and support, this is a guide for those of us involved in, or interested in, energizing our spiritual communities.