High Holidays 5770

[Robert Sklar]

It sure seems like a long way off, but the High Holidays begin Sept. 18--6 weeks from now. Are you readying for them yet, either practically or spiritually, or are you still enjoying the lazy days of mid-summer?
Given the tenor of our economic times, will this holiday season be more circumspect for you and your family? Will family have a deeper meaning?
Will you expect more from your family, Federation and your synagogue?

What core themes should the Detroit Jewish community embrace this High Holiday season?

[David Sachs]

A time for not only personal introspection but also for the community to re-evaluate its role and effectiveness. This is an appropriate topic for synagogue discussion this month.

[Robert Sklar]

In this time of great need and angst, levelheadedness, forward thinking and the capacity to take calculated risks makes sense.