Results for: what it takes
What It Takes: How to Talk About Israel-Palestine
Nov 27, 2023 •
It’s never been easy to talk about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but the escalation over the past few weeks has made the topic even more highly charged. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news or your social media feed, or just don’t know how to approach having these hard conversations with a partner, friend, or colleague, Rabbi Aaron offers tips to help you have more productive discussions across differences and approach this emotional topic with open-mindedness, nuance, and respect.
What It Takes: How to Talk About Israel-Palestine
Nov 8, 2023 •
It’s never been easy to talk about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but the escalation over the past few weeks has made the topic even more highly charged. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news or your social media feed, or just don’t know how to approach having these hard conversations with a partner, friend, or colleague, Rabbi Aaron offers tips to help you have more productive discussions across differences and approach this emotional topic with open-mindedness, nuance, and respect.
POSTPONED: What it Takes: How to be a Jewish Adult
Nov 17, 2022 •
Whether you have a handle on adulthood or are still figuring things out (and who isn’t?), it might feel like there’s no clear roadmap for incorporating Judaism into your life in your 20s, 30s, and beyond. Led by Rabbi Nora, this class offers a crash course in developing a more personal relationship with Jewish practices and rituals including Shabbat and holidays, keeping kosher, giving tzedakah, and text study.
VIRTUAL: What it Takes: How to Lead a Seder
Apr 7, 2022 •
Whether this is your first time hosting or if you need a refresher, Rabbi Aaron explores ways to spice up your seder, liberate your mind, and keep guests engaged.
What it Takes: How to Read Hebrew
Jun 24, 2021 •
In this introductory-level class, demystify the Hebrew alphabet as you learn the letters, vowels, and some words commonly found in Jewish life.
What it Takes: Torah Study
Apr 5, 2021 •
Explore ancient and contemporary approaches to Torah study with Rabbi Rachel Schmelkin. Write your own commentary, adding your voice to the pantheon of rabbis and regular folk who have deepened, nuanced, and struggled with Torah over the millennia.
What it Takes: Shabbat Morning Prayers
Mar 1, 2021 •
For some, the Shabbat morning prayer service has a reputation of being daunting, long, and inaccessible. What if instead you understood the prayers and service structure enough to make the experience more meditative, reflective, and energizing? With Rabbi Shira, learn some of the deeper meanings of the most important Shabbat morning prayers.
What it Takes: How to Read Hebrew
Jan 19, 2021 •
In this introductory-level class, demystify the Hebrew alphabet as you learn the letters, vowels, and some words commonly found in Jewish life.
What it Takes: Havdallah
Dec 8, 2020 •
Rabbi Aaron teaches everything you need to know to close Shabbat and start a week full of sweetness.
What it Takes: How to Officiate Your Friend’s Wedding
Jul 16, 2020 •
As stay-at-home restrictions have begun to lift, Rabbi Aaron walks through what a small, in-person Jewish or interfaith wedding could look like during these times while offering helpful insights for those who have been asked to officiate.
