Zachary Wagner, PhD and Rabbi Joe Charnes February 17, 2026 In this session, we had the opportunity to learn about the oft-misunderstood school of thought known as Stoicism, and its context in the time of Paul. If you missed this in person, please enjoy the video recording here .

Rabbi Joe Charnes and Prof. Matthew Thiessen, Jan. 28, 2026 This session of Seeking Sacred Understanding explores the Jewish nature of Paul with scholar and author Matthew Theissen, PhD. Please enjoy the recording of our Zoom session here. Matthew Thiessen is associate professor of religious studies at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. He is the author of numerous books, including A Jewish Paul, Jesus and the Forces of Death, Paul and the Gentile Problem, and Contest

As candles are lit, Colorado Jews seek to ‘fight the darkness with light’ following Bondi attack Rabbi Joe Charnes was one of several rabbis interviewed for this Colorado Springs Gazette article. Read HERE

The mysteries of the universe have long fascinated humanity, raising questions about its origins and the role of the Divine in the fabric of existence. On December 16, 2025, Rabbi Joe Charnes hosted a compelling session of Seeking Sacred Understanding that began probing these profound topics. Joined by Dr. Richard J. Joseph, former Chief Scientist of the United States Air Force, and Colonel Mario Serna, PhD, the conversation bridged science, philosophy, and spirituality in a

Trinidad Chronicle News, November 12, 2025: Nancy Ellis With continuing good weather, Phase I of the re-roofing project at Trinidad’s historic Temple Aaron is well underway. A group of masons from Salida has been tuckpointing brick on the north side of the 1889 building, and soon will begin installing new roofing, according to Karl Gabrielson, whose company Trinidad Community Construction is managing the project. With a $237,000 grant from the State Historical Fund (including

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