Tag: faith
Don’t miss out on the best seat
Zachary ElliottSpecial to Valley NewsWhen my children were little, we were invited to a friend’s house for dinner with several other people. At the...
Consider simple ways to give back every day
TEMECULA – Giving back to one’s community strengthens towns and neighborhoods and makes them better places to live. Many people volunteer with local charitable...
Coping with the loss of a loved one while social distancing
TEMECULA – Coping with the loss of a loved one can be challenging in the best of times, but during the coronavirus pandemic, many...
Baby food or steak?
Zachary ElliottSpecial to Valley NewsWhat did you have for dinner last night? If I were to guess, I would say that you probably didn’t...
Find virtual volunteering opportunities
TEMECULA – Volunteerism is the life blood of charitable organizations. Many cannot function effectively without volunteers campaigning for their efforts, handling day-to-day activities and...
Why we still need church
Zachary ElliottSpecial to Valley NewsThe famous Shakespearian line “to be or not to be” is loosely said by millions of people every single week....
The Meaning of the Sabbath
Rabbi Marc RubensteinSpecial to Valley NewsYankel, a traditional Jew, kisses his family in the shtetl goodbye as he sets out to make his fortune...
Grab your dancing shoes for Simchat Torah
Hefsiba “Jen” CohenSpecial to Valley NewsOne of my fondest memories is the time I twirled the evening away with my favorite dance partner. We...
How to find the right volunteering opportunity
TEMECULA – Volunteering is a great way to strengthen communities and support good causes. Adults looking to volunteer for the first time may be...
Try these 4 common sense steps for good relationships
Zachary ElliotSpecial to Valley NewsHave you ever noticed how mean people are to shopping carts? If you haven’t, let me explain. There are several...