Congregation Ner Tamid

Faith Matters Podcast

Welcome To The Faith Matters Podcast

featuring

Rabbi Sanford D. Akselrad from Congregation Ner Tamid and

Reverend Dr. Adrian N. Doll from Green Valley Presbyterian Church

 

Friday, November 20, 2024

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Faith Matters #24 Podcast – Reverend Adrian Doll’s Trip To Lithuania

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 Reverend’s recent trip to Lithuania as part of the Presbyterian Peacemaking Initiative.

Rev. Doll’s group studied the legacies of trauma and war and

learned how the country is still struggling with its complicity in the Holocaust.

 

Friday, November 8, 2024

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Faith Matters Podcast #23 – Holding Congregations Together After The Election

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 aftermath of the 2024 Presidential Election.

Both faith leaders say its time to tone down the rhetoric,

look for common ground, and embrace values of faith.

 

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

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Faith Matters Podcast #22 – Culture and Faith Traditions

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 culture and faith traditions of their two religions.

In this podcast, the two spiritual leaders explore the mysteries

behind what it means to be Jewish and what it means to be Christian.

 

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

WATCH THE FOX5 TV STORY HERE

 

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

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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

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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

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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

 

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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

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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


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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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         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!