featuring
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and
Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #21 – The World Series of Prayer
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the Jewish High Holy Days and the Jewish New Year.
It’s a time of inner reflection when the function of prayers, charitable giving,
and the power of forgiveness can make your relationship with God stronger.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #20 – Repentance and Reflection
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about preparing for the upcoming Jewish High Holy Days
and how they usher in a time of repentance and introspection.
Both spiritual leaders say when soul searching we learn that repentance is a return to God,
a return to one’s self, and a time to recognize our imperfections.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #19 – The Concept of Prayer
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the concept of prayer. Is it an intentional act of communicating with God?
Does Prayer bring us closer to God by aligning our hearts and our minds with the will of God?
Is prayer itself a process of introspection?
And is it OK not to have the words to pray, but to have the intent to pray?
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #18 – The Value of Agreeing to Disagree this Election Season
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about this politically-charged election season and how to agree to disagree.
They talk about protecting your relationships with friends and family
with the values of listening, understanding, empathy, and having a kind heart.
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #17 – Symbols of Faith
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about symbols in their houses of worship and what they mean.
From pews, chancels, bibles, and crosses at church to bimahs, torah scrolls, yarmulkes, and arks at synagogues,
both spiritual leaders find both religions have a lot of symbols in common.
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #16 – Studying The Holy Texts
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
kick off the summer by talking about studying the holy texts.
They say every time you read them you’ll find something new,
and it’s not because the words change but that God’s words can speak to you in different ways.
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #15 – Feeling Closer To God
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the challenges of faith,
how you view God’s involvement in the world,
if you can hold God accountable for man’s actions,
is it better being a person with faith, and what you can do to feel closer to God.
Friday, April 26, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #14 – Passover and Easter
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the connection between the Passover and Easter holidays.
They discuss their origins, their similarities, their differences and their traditions
and how ultimately both are celebrated as holidays of hope.
On Monday, April 22, 2024, Congregation Ner Tamid hosted the largest Passover Seder in the Las Vegas Valley.
READ THE LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL STORY HERE
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #13 – An Update on Israel
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about Rabbi’s recent trip to Israel in the wake of the Hamas-led terrorist attacks on October 7.
They also discuss the plight of the Israeli hostages, how different religions feel about the conflict,
the future of a two-state solution, and how to promote peace in the region.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Faith Matters Podcast #12 – Traveling To Israel To Bear Witness
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about Rabbi’s trip to Israel, the importance of bearing witness
after the Hamas-led terror attacks on October 7, 2023,
the Christian community’s support, and how you can help support Israel.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
The Joys And Oys Of Christmas And Chanukah
In this episode of Faith Matters, Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the joys and oys of Christmas and Chanukah, what they love, what they don’t understand,
and how these holidays bring their faithful together.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Reading The Names, Praying For The Hostages
In this special episode of Faith Matters,
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the War in Israel and the hostages being held by Hamas.
They invite Las Vegas Regional Director of the Israeli American Council Ofra Etzion
to help read the names of every hostage in recognition of their plight,
and to pray for their release and their safe return.
When viewed on YouTube, this podcast features photos
of the hostages as published on https://stories.bringthemhomenow.net.
Join the Israeli American Council for a BRING THEM HOME NOW! rally
on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., in front of the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.
Stand with Israel and show your support!
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Healing And The Power Of Prayer
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about healing and the power of prayer.
Does suffering have meaning?
Should one always have a sense of hope?
And why you should always remember the goodness of God.
Monday, October 16, 2023
Israel At War
In this special episode of Faith Matters,
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the complexities of the War in Israel,
the atrocities that have taken place, the importance of solidarity,
and how people of faith need to pray together and become beacons of light in the face of evil.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
In Sickness And In Health
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about allowing God to reach out to you when experiencing illness and despair,
and when you’re sick, you shouldn’t concentrate on ‘why me?’
but instead be open to unexpected blessings when searching for meaning in your suffering.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
CHAT GPT And Artificial Intelligence
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about CHAT GPT and Artificial Intelligence and if technology
could every replace spiritual leaders and communities of faith.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Where Are All The Young People?
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid
and Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about welcoming young people into their Congregations
and why it’s sometimes a challenge for the younger generation
to discover Faith Matters.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Wisdom vs. Knowledge
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and
Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about wisdom versus knowledge and reflect on the
wise people in their lives who have helped shape their spiritual journeys.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Spiritual Destiny
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and
Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about the Jewish High Holy Days,
the chance for redemption, and if we can change our spiritual destiny.
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Reward And Punishment
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and
Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
talk about whether or not God cares about the weather,
and they’re not talking about rain or shine but about reward and punishment.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Where Art Thou?
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and
Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
introduce their new weekly podcast “Faith Matters” and talk about
each other’s Congregations and denominations and why it’s important to keep interfaith dialogue alive.
Join us next week for a spirited and spiritual discussion about reward and punishment.
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
What happens when a Las Vegas Reform Jewish Rabbi and a Las Vegas Presbyterian Pastor
have a conversation as friends?
They discover that no matter where you live, or what you believe, Faith Matters.
Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and
Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church
introduce their new podcast “Faith Matters” by way of an introduction video
that documents a pulpit share
that took place Friday, July 14, 2023, at CNT, and on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at GVPC.
Starting Wednesday, August 30, 2023, the two Henderson, NV, spiritual leaders will share
a new weekly podcast that will keep their interfaith dialogue alive.
Stay tuned, and let us know what you think!
