New book from Rabbi Sharon Brous explores the power of showing up for others

Hanne was walking her dog in the park, when she encountered a young man sleeping on a bench, and offered to buy him breakfast. By the time the bill was paid, she’d invited Ryan home. Her friends, including her Rabbi Sharon Brous, discouraged her, worried for her safety.But Hanne refused to listen; Ryan stayed in her guest room for a year. And much later, at Hanne’s funeral, the true value of her kindness was revealed, when Ryan stood to give a eulogy. “That woman,” he said, “saved my life.”