The ‘Force’ of Rabbi Alan LewJay Jonah Cashbyline‚ Jan. 15‚ 2009EDITOR'S NOTE: Rabbi Alan Lew, a tireless advocate for the poor, passed away on January 12. Making even momentary eye contact with Rabbi Alan Lew was always an intense experience. Whether at a meeting, an event or when sitting with homeless people in Civic Center Plaza on a cold and very stormy night, Rabbi Lew’s attention would absolutely be all yours. His mind and spirit were there, totally present. He didn’t look through you. He looked into you … deeply, with more compassion and interest than most of us ever have, even for ourselves. |