Jewish Life

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start the work day with meaning as we come together to (virtually) connect and reflect. Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a few of the traditional morning prayers and share kavvanot (intentions).

What it Takes: How to Lead a Virtual Seder

Whether this is your first time hosting or if you need a refresher, Rabbi Jesse explores ways to spice up your seder, liberate your mind, and keep guests engaged.

Morning Mindfulness & Gratitude

Rabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day.

Deep Dive: The Four Children

The Passover Haggadah describes four children: the wise one, the wicked one, the simple one, and the one who doesn’t know how to ask. Rabbi Aaron leads an analysis of this confusing and challenging text, coupled with a conversation about its relevance for Jews today.

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and facilitates a short journaling exercise.

Jewish Flavor: Passover Prep

Whether you’re cooking a delicious meal to enjoy during your virtual Passover seder or looking for some variety after too much matzah, learn to cook kosher-for-Passover recipes that won’t fall flat during this class led by in-house chef Vered Guttman.

Friday Night Services with MesorahDC

Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights.

Shabbat: Day Off

A Saturday Morning Experience

This come one, come all Shabbat offering has something for everyone, whether you’re looking to dive deep into the week’s teachings, get more acquainted with Saturday morning services, or introduce kids to Shabbat rituals. Lunch to follow.

Star Treatment: The Ethics of Rating a Human Being

In service-based apps, the ratings customers give to workers can have a direct impact on their livelihood and employment. Rabbi Jesse leads some learning on what our ethical and Jewish responsibilities are in a ratings-based gig economy.

Deep Dive: Anti-Semitism

Rabbi Shira and community member Alana Eichner explore the history of anti-Semitic oppression while providing a framework for identifying and responding to contemporary anti-Semitism.