Michele Schipper

I read with interest and appreciation Ben Greenberg’s recent post “Synagogues: Begin with Why.” Lately, I’ve been thinking about the ...

The relationships that are forged at Jewish summer camp last forever. As a URJ Jacobs Camp camper, staff member, and ...

As I get ready for my Southern family’s traditional Thanksgiving celebration, which this year will overlap our celebration of Hanukkah… ...

Below, Michele Schipper explains why she lets her kids trick-or-treat. To hear from another Jewish mom with a different perspective, ...

I was listening to National Public Radio on the way into work this morning, hearing more and more details of ...

At the ISJL, we’re often asked about all things “Southern” and “Jewish” – so it was no surprise that we ...

I’ve been thinking a lot about race lately. Many others have, too, in the aftermath of George Zimmerman’s acquittal – ...

As a parent of teenagers, there are times when you make decisions for your kids and there are times when ...

Shopping for Passover items can be challenging in small Southern towns – and I’m sure there are others around the ...

Clarksdale, Mississippi. To fans of the blues, Clarksdale is the birthplace of the great Sam Cook, “A Change is Gonna ...