What it Takes: Kabbalat Shabbat
Rabbi Jesse dives into the music, poetry, and rituals of Kabbalat Shabbat, the evening service that welcomes in the Sabbath each week.
Oh My Heavens: Judaism and the Afterlife
Using teachings from the Talmud and from modern thinkers, Rabbi Avi Strausberg leads a discussion on heaven, hell, and everything in between to explore how Jewish conceptions of death can help us lead a better life.
The Crisis in Gaza: Policy Ideas for Peace
Experts from the Center for a New American Security and the Brookings Institution’s Center for Middle East Policy explore how to break the cycle of violence in Gaza.
Resetting the Table: Town Square on Israel
Facilitators from Resetting the Table, an organization dedicated to building productive conversation across political and religious differences, lead small-group conversations on charged issues connected to Israel and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Basically Jewish
Rabbi Jesse leads an experiential introduction to Judaism course designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as well as non-Jews looking to discover.
Purim Upside Down
Yoga teacher Alison Waldman leads an integrated Jewish meditation and gentle yoga flow to prepare your body and mind for Purim festivities. All levels of experience welcome.
Take on the Talmud
Dive into the magnum opus of Jewish thought and practice with Rabbi Jesse. Discover the Talmud’s take on timeless issues like ethics, spirituality, power, love, and civil discourse.
Resilience Unmasked: Purim, Protest, and Power
From Esther to Queen Vashti, Rabbi Avi Strausberg looks to women from Jewish tradition to offer insight into the contemporary struggle for justice in the age of #MeToo.
How to Sing for Seder
In a primer perfect for beginners, learn about the musical components of the Passover seder and how to sing them like the most seasoned Passover guest.
