The Performing Purim class has been building to the presentation of a filmed performance of the Purim story. The video will be 10-15 minutes and will include costumes, scenes, and lots of silly action. This retelling of the Purim Story involves Persiagram, the social media app that's sweeping the city of Shushan. After Vashti is
Mondays, March 1, 8, and 15 (7:00 - 9:00 PM on Zoom) We will examine classical Rabbinic texts (Mishna, Talmud, Midrash) focusing on the story and rituals of Passover. Each session will combine close reading with a partner (Hevruta); a presentation by the instructor (shiur); and group discussion of how these teachings might shape the
This program will discuss the relationship between the environment and identity and encourage us to think more broadly about the multifaceted reality of environmental racism in the United States. Rather than a lecture, Maris invites us to think of this as an opportunity to engage with different ways of knowing, experiencing the environment, and reflecting
Mazal Tov to Jocie Kraut, daughter of Alisa Kraut & Chris Rugen, on becoming Bat Mitzvah! Rabbi Zeff will be leading a service from the Charry Sanctuary this week with Shabbat prayers and songs. As part of the service, the rabbi will also be teaching a text study. If your Shabbat practice allows, please tune
As the daylight dwindles and the weather cools, let us turn inward to the warmth of our community. Each week until mid-March we will mark havdalah as a community. Havdalah is a short ritual that marks the end of Shabbat, our day of rest. Through blessing, song, and story, we will dwell together in the
GJC’s Jewish book reading group meets monthly, reading and discussing fiction and nonfiction books of Jewish interest written mostly (but not solely) by Jewish writers and chosen by the group. Volunteer group members lead the discussion. For more information and the link to access the Zoom meeting, please contact Nan Myers. March's book is "I.M.
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 on the second Thursday of the month to discuss great books - BYO tea and nosh to the
Mazal Tov to Simon Berman, son of Lila and Daniel Berman, on becoming Bar Mitzvah!
The events of the January 6 insurrection have greatly increased the nation’s focus on the threats posed by radical white nationalists. And it appears that the message of hate that they are bringing to our streets includes BOTH racism AND antisemitism. What are we witnessing? How can we address this dual-threat? What role can the
Join us on Saturday, March 13 at 10 AM for Shabbat services where the d'var Torah in each of the 3 services will be relating to refugees in honor of Refugee Shabbat. PLEASE NOTE: Links to services and events are not posted on the GJC website. Rather, daily and weekly schedules with links are emailed
Join us on Saturday, March 13 at 10 AM for Shabbat services where the d'var Torah in each of the 3 services will be relating to refugees in honor of Refugee Shabbat. To join via computer, smartphone, or tablet: Click on this Zoom link If you need a prayerbook, please contact Mark Pinsky, who has
Join us on Saturday, March 13 at 10 AM for Shabbat services where the d'var Torah in each of the 3 services will be relating to refugees in honor of Refugee Shabbat. If you would like to join via Zoom, please email Mark Pinsky for the link and login information. If you need a Kol
Please come out to donate on March 14! Sign up by clicking the link below and invite friends and family! Make your appointment early, as blood drive participant slots have been filling up quickly. All donors will also be tested for COVID-19 antibodies with results online or in the app in 7-10 days. We encourage
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service. The Rabbi gives a short teaching at the end of each service to provide food for thought for the day. The minyan provides a relaxed and welcoming environment in which to pray, to learn prayer skills, and, for those in mourning, to recite
LEARN ZENTANGLE® from our in-house expert Mindy Shapiro, CZT (Certified Zentangle® Teacher) Sunday, March 14 at 10:00 AM Zentangle® is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Learn what Mindy's prior students feel about her Zentagle® class at mindyshapiro.com. No reservations are necessary. Questions? Contact nanbarbaramyers@gmail.com. Zoom link will
Today's session of "Dancin' in the Seats" is canceled. Dancin’ in the Seats is Steve Weintraub's program of dance done while mostly or entirely seated. Dancin’ in the seats is not simply an exercise program but brings an aesthetic dimension to movement. For an hour at a time, participants feel happy to be alive, graceful,
Debrief & Review of All Units If you or your teen needs access to the Confirmation online class, please email Education Director Abby Weinberg at educator@germantownjewishcentre.org.
If you need the link to attend the meeting, please contact Women of GJC co-President Marilyn Silberstein at mjsilb3@gmail.com.
Join Men's Club for an enlightening program with Dr. Gary Goldberg, a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He’s worked extensively with veterans afflicted with PTSD as well as many other disorders. We begin with the recognition of the basic brokenness of human existence. And how the dominant secular philosophy of Cartesian dualism contributes to
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service. The Rabbi gives a short teaching at the end of each service to provide food for thought for the day. The minyan provides a relaxed and welcoming environment in which to pray, to learn prayer skills, and, for those in mourning, to recite
In place of our annual Shabbat morning service and potluck lunch celebration, all Minyan Masorti members are invited to bring your own brunch to the Sunday morning zoom celebration. We hope you will all join us for a Minyan journey through our history and collective memories. Please contact Chaim Dworkin at chaim@dworkin.us for the Zoom link.
Monday, March 22, 2021, 6:30 - 8:30 PM Immerse yourself in ancient text, contemporary poetry, and your own creative capacity as we use the Jewish Studio Process to explore our journey through and beyond narrow places. Whatever materials you have at home (crayons, watercolors, scrap paper, recycled items, etc) are all you need. This is
Introduction to the Confirmation Ritual If you or your teen needs access to the Confirmation online class, please email Education Director Abby Weinberg at educator@germantownjewishcentre.org.
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service. The Rabbi gives a short teaching at the end of each service to provide food for thought for the day. The minyan provides a relaxed and welcoming environment in which to pray, to learn prayer skills, and, for those in mourning, to recite
Please join Rabbi Zeff and Rabbi Richman for an online Seder incorporating teachings and artwork from GJC members. PLEASE NOTE: Links to services and events are not posted online. Rather, daily and weekly schedules with links are emailed to our member listserv. If you are not a GJC member but would like to receive these
8:00 - 9:00 PM on Mondays, March 29 - May 10 Each year many of us use the counting of the omer (marking each day between Passover and Shavuot) as a way to investigate our spiritual lives and the intersections between ourselves and the larger world. Poetry is also a way to explore our deepest
Minyan Masorti will hold their annual reading of Shir HaShirim on Tuesday, March 30 at 7 PM. Below are the chapter assignments for Shir HaShirim, during Chol Ha'Moed. All are welcome!
This "just for fun" event will have you laughing and running around your house as you search for random things that may or may not relate to Passover! Bring your friends (in grades 7-12) to this "afikomen-style" party with folks from several area synagogues. No experience necessary! Please email Abby for more information!
This weekly member-led traditional egalitarian minyan puts an emphasis on a complete traditional prayer service, with repetition of the Amidah in Shacharit and a full Torah reading. The minyan is currently meeting on Zoom, and all roles in the service are coordinated and filled by members, who also organize social activities, study, and celebrations throughout
Rabbi Zeff will be leading a service from the Charry Sanctuary this week with Shabbat prayers and songs. As part of the service, the rabbi will also be teaching a text study. If your Shabbat practice allows, please tune in! PLEASE NOTE: Links to services and events are not posted on the GJC website. Rather,
Dorshei Derekh is a weekly member-led Reconstructionist minyan that puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. The minyan is currently meeting over Zoom, and all roles in the service are coordinated and filled by members, who also organize social activities, study, and celebrations