by Danielle Altonaga | Mar 6, 2026 | Danielle Altonaga, Ki Sisa, Weekly Parsha
Have you ever been truly inspired by something? Perhaps a personal miracle, an amazing event, or a profound lesson? You felt moved. You felt uplifted. You vowed to make a big change. Not to be a downer, but…did the change last? Or did the inspiration eventually...
by Danielle Altonaga | Feb 6, 2026 | Danielle Altonaga, Weekly Parsha, Yisro
Who doesn’t love a good simcha? Family, friends, and, of course, great food! Many of us appreciate a delicious meal, but have you ever thought about its spiritual impact? In this week’s Torah portion, Jethro converts to Judaism, and as part of the celebration,...
by Danielle Altonaga | Jan 8, 2026 | Danielle Altonaga, Shemos, Weekly Parsha
Imagine this scenario: You: “Hey…are you ok?” Friend: “No, not really”. Your friend begins to tell you about something serious – maybe an illness, a relationship breakdown, or a loss… Oh, boy. What do you say? What do you do? How do you comfort your friend? Let’s...
by Danielle Altonaga | Dec 12, 2025 | Danielle Altonaga, Vayeishev, Weekly Parsha
In memory of my father, Avraham ben Chaim Reuven Have you ever had one of those days? A day in which everything feels impossible? You may think “This is my limit. I can’t handle anything else.” In this week’s Parsha, Yosef reminds us that, even in our hardest...
by Danielle Altonaga | Nov 14, 2025 | Chayei Sarah, Weekly Parsha
This week’s Torah portion begins on a somber note: Avraham’s wife, Sarah, passes away. The grieving Avraham wants to make sure that Sarah has a proper burial. In order to acquire a grave site, he needs the cooperation of the children of Cheis, who are the...
