Week of Events
Sunday, May 28, 2023
No events on this day.
Monday, May 29, 2023
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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May 30, 2023 –“Soul Food” with Dirshuni (Women’s Contemporary Midrashim)
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May 30, 2023 –Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
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May 30, 2023 –Israel’s Declaration of Independence
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May 30, 2023 –Introduction to Judaism Winter 2023 – Winter 2024
“Soul Food” with Dirshuni (Women’s Contemporary Midrashim)
Open the other half of the Jewish bookshelf with Rabbi Felicia Sol and the study of Dirshuni: Contemporary Women’s Midrash. Contributors of Dirshuni express their religious and moral thought and experience through innovative interpretations of scripture using the classical forms developed by the ancient rabbis.
Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
We invite you to join this group, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Israel’s Declaration of Independence
Join Kobi Cohen for a conversation with Professor Neil Rogachevsky and Dov Zigler, co-authors of Israel’s Declaration of Independence: The History and Political Theory of the Nation’s Founding Moment, to discuss the debates and decisions that led to the founding of Israel.
Introduction to Judaism Winter 2023 – Winter 2024
Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of Judaism, are considering conversion, or are sparked by curiosity to explore this rich tradition, this online class, taught by Associate Director of Creative Development, Rabbi Jessica Lenza, is for you.
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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May 31, 2023 –Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Start your day with soulfulness and equanimity with this weekly mindfulness meditation practice, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and informed by themes from the Torah portion.
Thursday, June 1, 2023
No events on this day.
Friday, June 2, 2023
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June 2, 2023 –Kadima@BJ Shabbat Model (Friday Night)
Kadima@BJ Shabbat Model (Friday Night)
BJ’s core values are reflected every Shabbat by bringing families and our whole community together. Our services—full of music and spirituality—show the essence of our community as we strive to share approachable and accessible Judaism, to ensure that everyone feels included and welcome. At Kadima@BJ, we believe that education is about modeling authentic experiences of Jewish life. We’re excited that our new Model embraces BJ’s celebration of Shabbat.
Saturday, June 3, 2023
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June 3, 2023 –Demystifying Hagbah
Demystifying Hagbah
Immediately following Shabbat services, join our gabbai, Mark Lehrman, in learning how to perform the grip/slide/hoist movements of hagbah.