Parashat Massei 5771 / July 30, 2011 I vaguely remember an ad campaign back in the 1980s sponsored by the Israel Ministry of Tourism with the slogan “Israel is Real.” Like most commercials for tourism to Israel, it depicted beautiful scenery and ancient landmarks, but it also featured Israelis living their lives – couples walking [...]
The discussion between Moses and the tribes of Reuven and Gad demonstrates some basic Jewish principles of social justice. Why Should I Care? – Mattot Masei 5769 Last week I gave a sermon that stirred up quite a lot of conversation. You’ll remember that I urged you to engage in respectful conversation with your friends [...]
Shabbat Mas’ei / Rosh Hodesh Av 5768 / August 2, 2008 These are the Journeys We must always remember where we came from and be grateful for the miracles that have brought us here. I’m very pleased to announce that after a month of looking, my family and I have found the home we will [...]
Rabbi Salomon Gruenwald has served as the Associate Rabbi of Congregation HEA in Denver, CO since his ordination from the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies in Los Angeles in 2008. He also serves as a volunteer chaplain with the Denver Police Department. He and his spouse, Melanie Gruenwald, have three children.
