Sermons

 In this week’s sermon Rabi Rich explores the question, “Why are animal sacrifices so emphasized in the Torah?” This is a real challenge for modern Jews. Learn the powerful secrets for understanding and appreciating this ancient practice – all in light of Yeshua the Messiah’s

 This particular Shabbat, lodged between our Seders and the day before the worldwide celebration of the resurrection of the Yeshua the Messiah, carries great symbolic weight for us. It is providential poetry…in time. Listen and find out why! By Rabbi Emeritus Rich Nichol at Ruach

 Why do we do Passover?Direct Link to Youtube video of message. Delivered on Shabbat at Ruach Israel’s Sanctuary on April 1, 2023

 In preparation for the celebration of Purim, Rabbi Rich notes that not once in the Megillat Esther is God mentioned explicitly. Yet, despite this unique feature of a book of Scripture, He is present, attentive and working by his providence for the sake of the Jewish people. What exactly