On Sunday evening, we begin one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar. Chanukah.
Why is it so important? Why do we celebrate an event that occurred 2,000 years ago? Why are we going all out with the Chanukah on the River celebration, which will kick off the 8-day long festivities here in Petaluma?
The message of Chanukah is timeless. Each night we add a candle, not being satisfied with yesterday's achievements and success. When it comes to good, we can always add more. At the same time, there's no need to light up the whole Menorah right away. We start with one act of positivity, one Mitzvah, and increase from there.
Please join us Sunday evening, as we make history with Petaluma's first ever Grand Menorah Lighting Celebration. Bring your family, invite your friends, Chanukah is a time for light. Light is meant to be shared.
Shabbat Shalom!
Rabbi Dovid Bush