Rabbi Frimmer – Friday Night Shabbat Sermon 5779 – On Shabbat Va’era, Rabbi Frimmer examines Moses’ struggle to lead the Israelites out of slavery, noting his early setbacks and deep disappointment. Drawing on the wisdom of Torah, Parker Palmer, Brene Brown, and popular advice for holding onto New Year’s resolutions, this sermon connects the effort we all face to change and persevere, and offers the possibility that God and community may help us achieve all our goals, if only we would welcome them in.