Let's Talk About Gift-Giving -- An Interactive Program As we approach the holiday season, let's talk about gift-giving among our family and friends! Please join us for a new addition to the SPIRIT program.  "Let's Talk" will give all participants the opportunity to meet with other SPIRIT participants and socialize in a virtual setting. CLICK […]

Estate and Elder Care Planning in 2023 and Beyond Presented by: Elizabeth Forspan, Esq. of Forspan Klear LLP Elizabeth Forspan will discuss the critical issues those involved in estate and elder care planning should consider.  The lecture will include a discussion of the key estate planning documents, a high-level review of current estate and gift […]

Blending Families for a Good Mix   Creating safe and healthy relationships Dealing with blending in your family Having honest communication, and (sometimes) uncomfortable conversations Giving support to someone who’s having challenges Finding your own support Presented by Yeshaya Kraus, LCSW, SIFI, Director of Education, Shalom Task Force CLICK HERE to register for Zoom Link […]

Asarah B’Teves: Discovering Hope in the Sieges of Jewish History The Shiur will explore the historical background, and contemporary relevance of the siege of Yerushalayim. In exploring some of the unique halachic elements of this fast, we will discover the inner power of this day – in providing aspiration and hope for our own exile […]

SPIRIT presents an interview with Rabbi Adir Posy, National Director, OU Synagogue Initiatives and Associate Rabbi, Beth Jacob Congregation, Beverly Hills, CA and Rebbetzin Judi Steinig, SPIRIT Coordinator, Host &  Senior Director, OU Department of Community Projects & Partnerships This program is pre-recorded  -- please complete the form below and you will receive a link […]

Insights and Anecdotes from a Frum Funeral Director No one wants to talk about death.  Jennifer Martin will share entertaining (yes! entertaining) stories from here career as well as provide insight on how to be properly prepared so that a difficult time can be made easier for surviving family members. Jennifer Martin has been a […]

Holistic Retirement Planning in a Rising Cost World Will my money last through retirement? How to prepare for the variables with comprehensive financial planning What role do pensions and social security play in retirement planning? What order of assets do I draw from in retirement? What are your goals? What is your unique retirement number? […]

Creating a Caring Community: Supporting a Loved One Facing Illness 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. We all know someone who has faced cancer. For someone facing illness, support from friends and family is critically important. We often […]