“In the heavily polarized society in which we live in today, my friend Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz reminds us in his new book, to Build a Brave Space, that listening and learning from those who have different viewpoints than our own is essential to building a better world. Drawing from the many years of his rabbinical career, as well as his Jewish up bringing, Rabbi Gewirtz challenges us all to have courage-notby entrenching ourselves in our own ways of thinking, but by stepping outside the lines and turning potential enemies into friends. I highly recommend this book as a blessed antidote to the toxicity we find too prevalent around us.”
Bishop Robert Stearns, Found and Executive Director, Eagles’ Wings
“Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz is an important thinker and spiritual voice in this time of growing division in our country. As Co-Chair of the Problem Solvers Caucus, I have worked hard to find common ground in Congress, and Rabbi Gewirtz’s focus on the spiritual grounding for our work to find the best in each other and seek ways to work together is a valuable message for our fractured nation.”
Congressman Josh Gottheimer
“A memoir, a lesson and a deeply personal meditation on being a spiritual leader in a time of polarization and successive crises. Matt Gewirtz reaches beyond his pulpit to touch his reader’s souls.”
Rabbi David Wolpe, Senior Rabbi, Sinai Temple, Los Angeles
“Matthew Gewirtz’s To Build a Brave Spaceis an insightful, honestand ultimately hopeful memoir of the journey of a rabbi through unprecedented times. His vulnerability and humor in storytelling only deepens his humanity. Prepare to be inspired by this authentic portrait of the joys and trials of a life of service and spiritual leadership.”
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, Senior Rabbi, Central Synagogue, NYC
“In the heavily polarized society in which we live in today, my friend Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz reminds us in his new book, to Build a Brave Space, that listening and learning from those who have different viewpoints than our own is essential to building a better world. Drawing from the many years of his rabbinical career, as well as his Jewish up bringing, Rabbi Gewirtz challenges us all to have courage-notby entrenching ourselves in our own ways of thinking, but by stepping outside the lines and turning potential enemies into friends. I highly recommend this book as a blessed antidote to the toxicity we find too prevalent around us.”
Bishop Robert Stearns, Found and Executive Director, Eagles’ Wings
