613 Seconds with Rabbi Chaim Schwartz, Executive Director of the Jewish Caring Network & Tikva House
BJH: Rabbi Schwartz, congratulations on becoming the new Executive Director of the Jewish Caring Network and Tikva House. What drew you to this role? Rabbi Chaim Schwartz: What drew me in is deeply personal. My wife and I have experienced what it means to have children facing life-threatening illness. We spent long periods in out-of-town […]
613 Seconds with Rabbi Shaya Mintz, Executive Director Bikur Cholim
BJH: Let’s start with the purpose of this conversation. Why did you want this interview to appear now, and what are you hoping to accomplish? Rabbi Shaya Mintz: The goal is really twofold. Firstly, we want to alert the community to the new setup for our popular annual bike-a-thon. Secondly, we want to use that […]
613 Seconds with TAG Baltimore
BJH: TAG Baltimore has become a true vital resource in our community. For those who may not know, can you share what TAG is all about and how your team is making a difference? TAG Baltimore: Absolutely. TAG stands for Technology Awareness Group. TAG is dedicated to assisting people in navigating the complex digital landscape. […]
613 Seconds with Rabbi Boruch Brull of Ahavas Yisroel
BJH: Can you tell us about your background and how you came to Baltimore? Rabbi Boruch Brull: I’m originally from Boro Park. My educational journey took me through several prestigious yeshivos, including Mesivta Torah Vodaath, Mesivta of Long Beach, and Beth Medrash Govoha. In 1978, I came to Baltimore to become a Rebbe in TA, […]