Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Dr. Nathaniel Berman
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York
Week of Events
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026 –Shaharit (Online)
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May 10, 2026 –Minha (Online)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Monday, May 11, 2026
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May 11, 2026 –Shaharit
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May 11, 2026 –What’s on Grandparents’ Minds—For Those Near and Far
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May 11, 2026 –Minha (Online)
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
What’s on Grandparents’ Minds—For Those Near and Far
Join BJ community members and noted parenting experts Ron Taffel and Fretta Reitzes to talk about the complexities of being a grandparent, what today's grandparents love about this incredible and unique experience, as well as issues that concern them.
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026 –Shaharit
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May 12, 2026 –Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
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May 12, 2026 –Shirah with Shira
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May 12, 2026 –Mindfulness Prayer Practice Group
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May 12, 2026 –Minha (Online)
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May 12, 2026 –Introduction to Judaism
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Soul Food: Torah That Nourishes, with Rabbi Felicia Sol
Feed your soul on Tuesdays at lunchtime with Rabbi Felicia Sol. Each class offers Torah that nourishes, inspires, and challenges—bringing insight into how we find God, meaning, and wisdom in the rhythms of everyday life.
Shirah with Shira
Join our Hebrew immersion class for 3- and 4-year-olds with Shira Averbuch. Through music, stories, and movement, children and caregivers build community, explore Jewish traditions, and experience Israeli culture in a fun, engaging environment.
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.
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Introduction to Judaism
Curious about Judaism, considering conversion, or seeking deeper understanding? Join Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg for a weekly in-person course exploring core concepts, theology, prayer, and practice—no experience necessary. Discover community, meaning, and your unique Jewish path.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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May 13, 2026 –Shaharit
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May 13, 2026 –Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
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May 13, 2026 –Spring Terrace Gardening Kickoff
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May 13, 2026 –Minha (Online)
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May 13, 2026 –Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Dr. Nathaniel Berman
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May 13, 2026 –Zionism: Borders and Boundaries
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
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.
Spring Terrace Gardening Kickoff
If you love plants, gardening, fresh air, and community, join our garden committee kickoff to learn more about BJ’s terrace living wall garden, help plant some herbs, and discover how you can get involved!
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Ma Ahavti Toratekha: Torah in Rabbi Roly Matalon’s Honor with Dr. Nathaniel Berman
This week in our series honoring Rabbi Roly Matalon’s 40 years of leadership, we welcome Dr. Nathaniel Berman for a teaching titled Exploring the Divine Palaces, Gathering the Human Melodies: Teachings Inspired by a Hevruta-ship with Roly Matalon.
Zionism: Borders and Boundaries
Aviv (20s + 30s): In this second session of Who Are “We”?, join Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky for a conversation on Zionism in 2026, exploring shifting communal boundaries and how we stay connected across political and ideological difference.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026 –Shaharit
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May 14, 2026 –In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
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May 14, 2026 –Minha (Online)
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May 14, 2026 –Jewish Book Group: Voices from Around the World
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
In the Mirror: Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Roly Matalon
We will continue our close reading of short stories about the lives, struggles, and concerns of the Talmudic rabbis; in order to uncover deeper layers of our own selves, and to become better equipped to wrestle with our human nature.
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Jewish Book Group: Voices from Around the World
Join BJ members Jennifer Sylvor and Carole Balin to explore Jewish literature from around the world. In this session, we will discuss Misophonia, an insightful, heartfelt, and hilarious coming-of-age story by Dana Vowinckle.
Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026 –Shaharit
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May 15, 2026 –Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
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May 15, 2026 –Likrat Shabbat (6th Grade Celebration Shabbat)
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May 15, 2026 –Kabbalat Shabbat
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May 15, 2026 –Aviv Shabbat
Shaharit
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us in person Monday through Friday and other special days with Torah reading, and every day on Zoom.
Parashat Hashavua with Rabbinic Fellow Iliana Brodsky
Join BJ Rabbinic Fellow, Iliana Brodsky, for weekly parashah (torah portion) study following Friday morning minyan. We will study challenges in the text whether textual, moral, or theological.
Likrat Shabbat (6th Grade Celebration Shabbat)
Kick off Shabbat with some Friday night learning, music, food and community building. The evening will consist of Shabbat-related activities for children and adults, services, and dinner. This event is for BJ member families with children in 6th grade only.
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join us on Friday nights for a joyful Kabbalat Shabbat service infused with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Aviv Shabbat
Join us for Aviv’s Kabbalat Shabbat service and dinner! Come together with other folks in their 20s and 30s for a night of community, camaraderie, and celebration.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026 –Hakhanah LaTefillah
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May 16, 2026 –Shabbat Morning Services
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May 16, 2026 –Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
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May 16, 2026 –Elementary School Shabbat Morning Services
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May 16, 2026 –Arvit and Havdalah
Hakhanah LaTefillah
On alternating weeks, join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat morning prayers through the singing of piyutim and brief reflections.
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
We are excited to offer this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah reading, and more! This service is intended for families with children from birth through age 7.
Elementary School Shabbat Morning Services
Join us every Saturday morning for a lively and engaging Shabbat service designed for kids in grades 1-6, led by one of our music educators, Phoebe Eskovitz and Matt Arons. We look forward to seeing you there!
Arvit and Havdalah
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service), as we maintain a collective spiritual practice while supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. We will conclude with havdalah and end Shabbat together as a community.