What does it mean to be a GRANDparent? In this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, Rabbanit Sharona Hassan explores the Torah portion of Lech Lecha, Avram’s transformation into Avraham, Sarai’s transformation into Sarah, and what name changes teach us about identity, growth, and becoming the grandparent we want to be.

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How can grandparents build stronger relationships with their children and grandchildren? Communication doesn't always lead to connection. Sometimes we talk without listening; other times, fear of saying the wrong thing keeps us silent.

Inspired by the Tower of Babel in Parashat Noach, in this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, Rabbanit Sharona Hassan explores how listening, openness, and a willingness to understand one another can bridge generational differences and strengthen family relationships.

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We may imagine grandparenting as a kind of Gan Eden, perfect existance, filled with closeness, family, Jewish traditions, and meaningful connection.

But what happens when reality looks very different?

Rabbanit Sharona Hassan's class shares how the Torah begins with this very question and provides guidelines for managing the struggle.

This episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents explores disappointment, family relationships, Jewish grandparenting, and the challenge of finding meaningful connection when grandparenting does not unfold as we imagined.

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