In Parashat Terumah, the Torah spends nearly half of its 96 verses describing the structure of the Mishkan, the beams, walls, sockets, and coverings, before detailing the holy vessels like the Aron and Menorah. Why?

This episode explores a powerful insight: holiness requires structure. Before Divine Presence can dwell among us, we must build a framework strong enough to hold it. What does this teach us about grandparenting, family relationships, and intergenerational connection today?

In a world focused on influence, wisdom, and legacy, this conversation reframes what truly creates lasting impact: emotional safety, boundaries, consistency, and respect. If you care about Jewish parenting, grandparent relationships, family dynamics, Torah wisdom, and building strong intergenerational bonds, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, the Grand Plan Podcast, Sharona explores the Torah portion Mishpatim and shows how its practical laws transform anxiety-filled what if thinking into grounded, actionable if–then wisdom. Rather than abstract theology, Mishpatim offers a framework for daily life, emotional safety, and responsible planning. Sharona reflects on how structure, mitzvot, and thoughtful preparation help families move from uncertainty to confidence, and how grandparents can pass this wisdom to the next generation. This episode invites listeners to reflect on moments when they turned fear into clarity and to share those lessons with their grandchildren as part of a lasting legacy.

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Topics include: Mishpatim, Torah and daily life, emotional safety, Jewish parenting and grandparenting, intergenerational wisdom, and legacy building.

In this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, Sharona explores Parashat Yitro and the Ten Commandments through a modern, family-centered lens, with a focus on the fifth commandment: honoring parents. What does honoring parents look like today, especially as adults and grandparents? This episode reframes the commandment as more than something we demand. It is something we model. Honor grows from how we treat others, respect boundaries, speak with kindness, and allow our children and grandchildren to be themselves. Sharona explores how honoring parents bridges our relationship with God and our relationships with people, and how grandchildren learn respect by watching the adults in their lives. The episode offers practical reflection questions and simple actions to help foster closeness, dignity, and connection across generations. Listeners are invited to consider how they want to be remembered and what kind of ancestor they hope to become. If you are a Jewish grandparent or parent looking to strengthen family relationships and build a meaningful legacy through Jewish wisdom, this episode is for you. To enhance your grandparenting, connect with Sharona and Grand Plan www.grandplan.kit.com To join the Grandparenting Circle with Chai Mitzvah click here. https://www.chaimitzvah.org/events/grandparents-circle/