Author

  • Efrem L. Epstein

    A lifelong Conservative/Masorti Jew, Efrem is a NYC resident who loves studying Jewish Texts and Liturgy. In 12th Grade, he placed 17th globally in the Chidon HaTanach Olami (International Bible Contest). He is the founder of S’fatai Tiftach, a FB discussion forum for Baalei Tefillah and also sits on the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention’s Faith Communities Task Force. By day, he is the VP of Communications of Thruways, a SaaS startup in the business insights space and, in his free time he enjoys playing guitar, singing Tenor in his local choir and cheering on The Philadelphia Phillies.

The Masveh Aliyah: Honor Someone Who Cares

The Masveh Aliyah: Honor Someone Who Cares

On Parashat Ki Tisa, honor someone in your community who embodies empathy and care. The Aliyah also marks the anniversary of the pandemic.