Many of us are unexpectedly in the position of leading a seder, and may want a refresher. Please join us for "How to Lead a Seder," where you'll hear ideas from Rabbi Zeff and others, have an opportunity to share your own ideas, and explore ways that allow us to celebrate Pesah in a different
Learn about the tradition of reading Shir HaShirim during Passover and delve into some of the themes of the text. Explore the narrative of the love between God and the people of Israel, and consider the resonance of the text as we ready ourselves for Passover. This is an online class via Zoom; the link
The link to attend this class via Zoom was emailed to all participants. If you do not have the link, please email Kate Lawn at program@germantownjewishcentre.org.
Socialize and study rabbinic legends about the Torah! Video: Use this Zoom link on your smartphone or computer. Audio: Call 1-929-436-2866, Meeting ID 839-225-558
The zoom link to access the meeting will be emailed to the Executive Committee. If you do not have the link, please email Teena Robinson.
HAZAK programs are planned for our seniors (age 55+) and are geared to both reflect common interests and get us to “stretch” to try new activities as well. This well-attended book group meets monthly all year long to discuss great books over tea and nosh. To learn which book the group is currently reading, for
Join Rabbi Fredi Cooper to study and read closely Jewish texts. In addition to the biblical text, midrashic texts are introduced when they extend the understanding of the texts encountered. All are welcome. To join via computer, smartphone, or tablet: https://zoom.us/j/855551798 To join via telephone: Call 646-558-8656 and enter Meeting ID: 855-551-798
Since the early 1900s, Jews around the world have been studying one daf (page) of Talmud a day, slowly making their way through 37 tractates (volumes) over the course of approximately seven and a half years. The daily practice, known as “daf yomi” (one page, daily), is slowly becoming more accessible, through English translations, podcasts,
Curious about “the rabbis,” who wrote “the Talmud,” and what is housed inside this ancient text? Interested in learning some text and also unpacking historical layers, rabbinic personalities, Jewish themes, and timeless stories? Join Rabbi Richman as we build a community of women-identified learners. Women’s Talmud Study will gather virtually, by Zoom, on the first
One of the ways the Hebrew word shalvah can be defined is "equanimity." Equanimity is being aware of what's happening, challenges and all, and meeting it with open awareness. Equanimity is maintaining your center while things are uncertain and unstable. We cultivate equanimity in meditation by sitting and returning to open awareness of all we are feeling again and again. Likewise, in
