The shul has a good track record of taking Jews who know gornisht, inspiring them to lead an authentic Torah lifestyle (had to use that phrase). Although there are some long-standing members, most of them are transient, as they mainsteam into the other religious communities in LA or beyond.
As the Rabbi of the Pacific Jewish Center, I must say that $1000 post is highly offensive, wildly inaccurate and shows such a small-minded attitude about Judaism.
For a treatment of a typical shabbat davening in the shul, check out: http://nusachfreak.blogspot.com/2009/08/shabbat-in-venice-ca.html.
ReplyDelete(Disclaimer: The NF promised me $1000 for every hit on his blog from the above link.)
$1000 per hit? Do you want me to keep clicking on the link all day?
ReplyDeleteThe shul has a good track record of taking Jews who know gornisht, inspiring them to lead an authentic Torah lifestyle (had to use that phrase). Although there are some long-standing members, most of them are transient, as they mainsteam into the other religious communities in LA or beyond.
ReplyDeleteRafi,
ReplyDeleteIf the NF has to pay me too much, he'll end up hitting me up for a loan.
Rafi:
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting the video of our shul on MSNBC.com.
For a little more info on the video see my post: Pacific Jewish Center Featured on MSNBC.com
yoni r:
ReplyDeleteAs the Rabbi of the Pacific Jewish Center, I must say that $1000 post is highly offensive, wildly inaccurate and shows such a small-minded attitude about Judaism.
Pathetic.
that was one of the most beautiful depictions of a shul's import and celebration as community event, let alone a religious experience.
ReplyDeleteOpa:
ReplyDeleteThank you for your really kind words. We at the Shul on the Beach appreciate your support!
Eliyahu Fink
Rabbi
Pacific Jewish Center
http://finkorswim.com