Alan Potash, at The Blogs

Apr 25, 2024, 11:03 PM

The Seders are over and now we count the Omer. If one follows the pathway of counting the Omer there are many teachings to use. Many years ago I received a gift from my chavruta, (Cathy my study partner)...

Mar 26, 2024, 7:54 PM

Israel From the Outside: Sustaining a Strong Connection

Broken but hopeful. It has been a while since I have added to this blog. I have been storing bits and pieces of thoughts and feelings since Oct 7th. This post is about how I have been able to stay...

Aug 23, 2021, 8:45 AM

The fires recall a time when I tried to put out a fire in Israel. Not easy.

First of all, my thoughts go out to the victims of the current fires in Israel and around the world. They are devastating and terrible. I am watching the impact of the fire in one of the most beautiful...

Jan 21, 2021, 1:33 PM

Inspired By Natan Sharansky 35 Years ago – Now

A View of the Mediterranean from Sdot Yam Photo by Alan Potash

Being connected to the greater Jewish world is important to me. No matter where I go, I always try and find a Jewish connection. I am not unique in this pursuit and I am sure I am not the...

Jan 13, 2021, 2:25 AM

Building past the division

On January 6, 2021 while our elected officials were certifying the election for President-Elect Biden and Vice President Elect Harris, I watched the invasion of the US Capitol by a mob of Trump supports and extremists. This was a most...

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For over 25 years I have been embedded in American Jewish life. As a professional working for Hillel, ADL and Federation I continuously advocate for and write about how to make a stronger connection to Israel and the Jewish world. Helping people map out their Jewish Journey.

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