The Rev. Mary Ellen Cassini joined St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church in Boca Raton on June 1 as the assistant to the rector, the Rev. Andrew J. Sherman.
Known as “Mother Mary Ellen” by her congregants, Cassini had been serving as the associate rector at
At dress rehearsal for the B’nai Mitzvah are (l-r, back row) Cantor Paul Goldstein, Mel Reingold, Saul Schildhorn, Elliot Packer, Jerry Deener, Jack Shaicovitz and (l-r, front) Ed Williams, Jewel Prince, Charlotte Temple, Sondra Rose, Claire Zimmers
“From Hate to Hope: My Journey Beyond White Supremacy” is the title of a lecture by Frank Meeink, formerly a prominent white supremacist, offered by Chabad of South Palm Beach at 3 p.m. Feb. 15.
The former skinhead became a Jewish activist after ser
Actress Patricia Heaton accepts the Eternal Light Award at B’nai Torah Congregation. Photo provided
Actress-turned-activist Patricia Heaton brought a message of support for Israel to Boca Raton on Dec. 9 when she spoke to 250 people at the American
B’nai Torah Congregation welcomed 1,570 people of all ages to its annual Mitzvah Day. It was a morning full of opportunities to make a difference by participating in more than 50 acts of kindness. These included packing essential items and food for h
Anne Asbury, Dee Caleeca, Carolyn Bethmann and Millie Stina, l-r, were ready to satisfy every sweet tooth with their baked goods at the Gourmet Table at 2024’s bazaar. Photo provided
The 2025 Christmas Bazaar sponsored by the Ascension Council of Ca
By Janis Fontaine
St. Lucy Catholic Church honors the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sept. 8 on this feast and day of prayer from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church at 3510 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach.
The day begins with Mass at 8:30 followed b
Father Andrew Sherman is celebrating his 20th anniversary at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church with a special brunch hosted by the Episcopal Church Women Ministry in honor of him on Aug. 10 at the church at 100 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton.
Sherman is a
Senior Rabbi David Steinhardt retired after 31 years from B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton, the largest conservative synagogue in South Florida. Photo provided
By Janis Fontaine
When Rabbi David Steinhardt of B’nai Torah said goodbye to his c
By Janis Fontaine
Choral Evensong, featuring the Choir of St. Gregory’s, is set for 6 p.m. March 16 at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church.
Accompanied by music director Tim Brumfield on organ, the choir will perform a tapestry of musical interpretations
Temple Beth El offers a four-week Lunch and Learn — “Understanding Ourselves and Judaism in a Complex World” with Rabbi Larry Kotok — from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays on Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at the Schaefer Family Campus of Temple Beth El, 333 SW Fourth
Luncheon Co-Chairwomen Marissa Hollander and Karen Lazar. Photo provided
Jan. 30: 'Empowerment Through Resilience' is the theme of the annual event that will feature keynote speakers Ashley Waxman Bakshi (content creator and entrepreneur) and Olga
Monsignor Thomas J. Skindeleski marked the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood in May. He plans to retire as a pastor effective Aug. 31. ABOVE: Skindeleski, 75, leads the blessing of a new addition to St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Scho
More than 100 volunteers packed more than 40,000 meals during a St. Vincent Ferrer’s Knights of Columbus event in Delray Beach in March. Photo provided
By Janis Fontaine
The Knights of Columbus Council 13996 at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church in D
