“Star Wars & Judaism XI: Solo: A Star Wars Story” Zoom Session This Evening
The eleventh in a twelve-part Star Wars & Judaism series will be taking place this evening. Taking place at 8pm over Zoom, “Star Wars & Judaism XI: Solo: A Star Wars Story” will incorporate scenes from Solo: A Star Wars Story. Comparing scenes from Solo: A Star Wars Story with BiblicalContinue Reading
Lacking Historical Context: Covid-19 Lockdown as the Baseline for Knowing Residents
Generally, Lacking Historical Context Coming Into a New Situation One of the interesting limitations of starting at a senior living facility is meeting residents where they are, without any historical context of their mental health, emotional health, or physical health. True, one could talk to people and gain a familiarityContinue Reading
Using Technology in a Senior Living Facility Under COVID-19 Lockdown
Background Having written previously about the challenges of those in the Silent Generation using wifi-enabled technologies to connect with their loved ones, it was fascinating to have come across an article on using technology in senior living facilities. Introduction to Relevant Article Having previously mentioned that I recently purchased andContinue Reading
A Surprise COVID-19 Case
A Resident’s Inspiration While visiting with one of the residents at the senior living facility at which I work today, he asked me how my job has been, especially starting to work during the lockdown due to the current global pandemic. I said it’s been an interesting time and notContinue Reading
Beginning Chaplaincy Amidst the Covid-19 Lockdown and Its Limitations
Having begun my chaplaincy position at a senior living facility two months ago as of yesterday, it is no small thing to have done so in the midst of the COVID-19 lockdown. Senior Living Facilities as Vulnerable and, Therefore, in Greater Need of Protecting As the world is currently inContinue Reading
“Star Wars & Judaism X: The Last Jedi” Zoom Session This Evening
The tenth in a twelve-part Star Wars & Judaism series will be taking place this evening. Taking place at 8pm over Zoom, “Star Wars & Judaism X: The Last Jedi” will incorporate scenes from Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Comparing scenes from The Last Jedi with Biblical and RabbinicContinue Reading
Newest Jewish Drinking Episode Now Out: The Libations Episode
Very excited to announce the newest podcast & video episode for Jewish Drinking: The Libation Episode featuring Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Zuckier! In this episode, we discuss libations in both Biblical and Rabbinic literature. Enjoy!Continue Reading
Empathy for Those Less Technologically Adept, Especially for the Silent Generation
During this strange time of Coronavirus before a vaccine is developed, we are expected to stay in place, at home as much as possible. For those who are older, especially for those in senior living facilities, this time can be especially trying, since much of what keeps the rest ofContinue Reading
New Video & Podcast Episode: “Miriam’s Well” featuring Maharat Ruth Balinsky-Friedman
My newest podcast and video episode for JewishDrinking.com is now up! Featuring Maharat Ruth Balinsky-Friedman, “Miriam’s Well” is the topic of the episode, which is a bit amusing, since it has nothing to do with drinking of alcohol, yet it is still drinking. The podcast episode is available on AppleContinue Reading
Zoom Session on Star Wars & Judaism VII: The Clone Wars This Evening
The seventh in a twelve-part Star Wars & Judaism series will be taking place this evening. Taking place at 8pm EDT over Zoom, “Star Wars & Judaism VII: The Clone Wars“ will incorporate scenes from Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Comparing scenes from The Clone Wars with BiblicalContinue Reading