The Beth El Podcast Network

Send us a textThe Rabbi Mark G.Loeb Center hosted another wonderful My Story event. We all had the pleasure to meet and get to know past Beth El Congregation presidents Alan Dorenfeld and John Abosch. Not only are they long time Beth El members, but they have held other congregational positions, are long time friends, vacation together with spouses, maintain strong family ties to Beth El and have similar hopes for our Jewish community. Join us for our next My Story program next Sunday, December 15 at 7:00p.m.on zoom when we meet well known surgeon, Dr. Michael Schultz in conversation with Dr. Ed Mishner. 

Send us a textIn case you missed it or want to share, here is our Clergy Talk from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. Rabbi Steven Schwartz and Rabbi Dana Saroken are joined by Bennett Decker, our Jewish Theological Seminary Student Ambassador. 

Send us a textBen, Jill, Jeremy, and Emily are back to dish on their Thanksgiving highlights. Emily's family shook up tradition with a new addition to her Thanksgiving feast. Jill shares an update on her TMJ journey and the group swaps dentist chair stories. Plus, don’t miss our Shonda of the Week segment where we uncover the latest jaw-dropping drama. Tune in for laughs and plenty of kvetching!

Send us a textJumping into Genesis! Rabbi Scharwtz and Rabbi Saroken are back to explore Parashat Vayetze,  highlighting the themes of deception, betrayal, love, and the fulfillment of God’s promises. Is Jacob the most complicated and complex character that we read about? We also touch on Thanksgiving in Israel with turkey and cranberries?

Send us a text"Judaism tells us who we should be. Who are we supposed to be as human beings? And one of the things it teaches us is that we are all responsible..."In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

Send us a textRabbi Saroken, Ben Kreshtool, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck are back to explore Toldot. Isaac and Rebecca's prayers are finally answered and after a difficult pregnancy, two children are born. This week we discuss the unique personalities of siblings, highlighting how their differences can shape family dynamics. We also reflect the challenges parents face in raising children and managing sibling rivalries! 

Send us a text"May we all be blessed to take notice of the small natures around us. May we notice the garden in front of Beth El, the flowers within our sanctuary, the snow and the sky and the earth." In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Naomi Zaslow's full sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

Send us a textChesed, showing up, and a rabbinical school reunion. "It's the small ways that we touch people, the kindness that we extend, and the way that we connect with them and care for them, is what people remember." In case you missed it or want to share, here is  Rabbi Dana Saroken's full sermon from this past Friday evening at Beth El Congregation of 

Send us a textTurkey, Tombstones, and Black FridayPull up a chair and pour yourself a drink. Ben, Jill, and Jeremy dive into the joys (and chaos) of the holiday—think turkey, traditions, and an obligatory debate: is Black Friday shopping still worth it, or has it gone the way of the fax machine?But that’s not all—Ben shares some of his most memorable cemetery stories and as always, we wrap up with our Shonda of the Week—a little gossip to keep things lively.

Send us a textJumping into Genesis! This week, Rabbi Saroken, Ben Kreshtool, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck explore Chayei Sarah, diving into its timeless lessons. This week’s Torah portion reflects on the profound responsibility of caring for our loved ones, even after death. Sarah's passing serves as a reminder that we are all links in a greater chain, preserving the stories and lives of those who came before us.Don’t miss this meaningful discussion on the weekly Torah portion!