Jewish Life

Downtown Shabbat

Location: Chinese Community Church

A musical service led by Robyn Helzner. Open to all.

The Jews of Chernobyl

Location: 600 Massachusetts Ave, NW

For centuries, Chernobyl was home to a vibrant and influential Jewish community. Explore with Rabbi Aaron the history, teachings, and legacy of the Chernobyl Chasidic dynasty.

Labor on the Bimah

Location: Calvary Baptist Church

Before Labor Day, Rabbi Shira and musician Aaron Shneyer lead a Shabbat service that weaves together labor issues, social justice, and Judaism. 

Hit Refresh: Preparing for the High Holidays

Location: 600 Massachusetts Ave, NW

Alongside Rabbi Jesse, explore how to cultivate deeper meaning, emotional connection, and spiritual focus leading up to the High Holidays and into the Jewish New Year.

6th Street Minyan

Location: Shouk – Union Market

Rabbi Aaron and musician Aaron Shneyer lead a service with music, meditation, reflection, and learning. After services, enjoy dinner provided by Shouk, a fast-casual restaurant specializing in modern Israeli street food.

6th in the City Shabbat

Location: Calvary Baptist Church

Musical and interactive service with Rabbi Shira and musician Aaron Shneyer. Dinner following services provided by Little Sesame.

Good Soul Shabbat

Musical and interactive service with Rabbi Jesse and musicians Aaron Shneyer and Michal Bilick.

Jonathan Van Ness

Over the Top: A Raw Journey to Self-Love uncovers the pain and passion it took for the “Queer Eye” star to become the model of self-love and acceptance that he is today, revealing sides of himself that the public has never seen.

Downtown Shabbat

A musical service led by Chazzan Larry Paul and musician Robyn Helzner. Open to all.