01/27/2026
Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We remember all of those lost in the Holocaust. May their memories be a blessing.
This is the public page for Rabbi Sam Kastel. Rabbi of Congragation Bnei Jeshurun of Staten Island a
01/27/2026
Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We remember all of those lost in the Holocaust. May their memories be a blessing.
Finally! After 843 days the Hamas hostage situation is over. The Jewish people can breath again.
01/07/2026
What a fascinating woman. I love learning these stories.
In the 1530s, the Inquisition closed in on Portugal's Jews – meet the incredible woman who saved them — HistoryExtra Magazine With the Inquisition active throughout much of Europe, the first half of the 16th century was a perilous time for Jewish people. Andreé Aelion Brooks explores how the fabulously wealthy Doña Gracia worked tirelessly to protect her community
To all our family and friends,
We wish you a happy, healthy, safe, and sweet year!
For those looking for zoom services, you’re invited to join my synagogue's High Holiday services via Zoom. Reach out to me for details and a link to the prayer book (for security reasons we’re not posting publicly)
Shanah Tovah,
Rabbi Sam, Dora, and Zahava
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Join Rabbi Sam for High Holiday Services via Zoom at Congregation B’nai Jeshrun in Staten Island.
Schedule (end Times are approximate):
Rosh Hashanah: Tuesday & Wednesday, Sept 23-24 | 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Kol Nidre: Wednsday, Oct 1 | 6:30PM - 9:00PM
Yom Kippur Day: Thursday, Oct 2 | 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:30PM - 7:30PM
We look forward to celebrating the holidays together, near or far!