What does it mean to “be holy” and build sacred community in our time? In this episode (originally recorded at Temple Beth-El’s virtual shabbat morning gathering on May 2, 2020) Rabbi Knopf and special guest Del. Eileen Filler-Corn (Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates) explore these questions, and discuss the Speaker’s work, both related to the pandemic and beyond. “Socially Distant, Spiritually Close” is hosted and recorded by Rabbi Michael Knopf and produced by Dr. Gillian Frank. Theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. 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.