Events for April, 2020
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart 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...What it Takes: How to Lead a Virtual SederWhether 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 Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi 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: Th...Deep Dive: The Four ChildrenThe 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 Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersRabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and facilitates a short journaling exercise. Jewish Flavor...Jewish Flavor: Passover PrepWhether 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. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart 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). Star Treatmen...Star Treatment: The Ethics of Rating a Human BeingIn 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. |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi 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: An...Deep Dive: Anti-SemitismRabbi 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. |
Let Your Cham...Let Your Chametz Go
This session will be held from 11:00 am to 11:30 am EST. Participants are encouraged to log into Zoom using their phone or other portable device for the outdoor portion. More +
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Let My People...Let My People Flow: A Passover Yoga ClassIn celebration of Passover, free your mind and body with a gentle yoga flow and guided meditation led by Jewish mindfulness teacher Alison Waldman. |
HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Shira leads virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Start with JoyStart with JoyIn honor of Passover, Rabbi Aaron leads a song-filled Hallel to start your day. Leaving the N...Leaving the Narrow Place
In an effort to keep group sizes small, these hour-long support groups will broken into two sessions on Monday, April 13 at Noon EST and one session on Tuesday, April More +
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Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi 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. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersOn the eighth day of Passover, Rabbi Shira leads a meaningful intention-setting and prayer service, including Yizkor, the memorial service recited on Passover and other holidays. |
HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Jesse and Rabbi Stephanie Crawley of the Micah Storefront Project lead virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart 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). The Torah of ...The Torah of MarijuanaOn the unofficial holiday of 4/20, Rabbi Aaron leads a text-based exploration of marijuana through a Jewish lens, discussing larger issues related to spirituality, health, and justice. Holocaust Rem...Holocaust Remembrance Day: Voices of History, Lessons for TodayOn Yom HaShoah, learn about the lasting impact and relevance of the Holocaust, commemorate those who perished, and honor the past through reflection and prayer. |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi 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. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. |
Jewish Flavor...Jewish Flavor: Falafel StandChef Vered Guttman demonstrates how to make all your favorite Israeli street food essentials, from falafel to all its delicious accompanying salatim. |
HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Aaron leads virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart 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). |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi 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. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. Dating (or No...Dating (or Not) During a PandemicBeing single can be hard. Being single during a global pandemic can be even harder. Rabbi Aaron discusses the challenges and opportunities this moment presents in a conversation with the Lisa Bonos, dating and relationships writer for The Washington Post. |
Shabbat at Ho...Shabbat at Home ResourcesOn this first Friday of the month, our religious programming staff is welcoming Shabbat with their families, but we have plenty of resources to help you lead your own service. |
