In this episode (recorded at Temple Beth-El’s virtual Rosh Hashanah service on September 19, 2020), Rabbi Knopf and special guest and Rev. David Dwight, Senior Pastor of Hope Church in Goochland, Virginia, discuss the meaning of Rosh Hashanah during a challenging and extraordinary season, using the biblical story of the birth of Ishmael as a starting point.
“Socially Distant, Spiritually Close” is recorded during virtual gatherings of Temple Beth-El in Richmond, Virginia, and is produced by Dr. Gillian Frank. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Our cover art was designed by Judith Rushin, using a photograph by Miriam Aniel. These teachings, presentations, and conversations reflect the dynamism, warmth, passion, and kindness of Temple Beth-El in Richmond, VA.