This Week at Mount Zion
January 23 / 26 Tevet
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A Message from Mount Zion’s Clergy and
Israel Advisory Committee
Vote for the Reform Movement
in the upcoming World Zionist Congress Election
(Rabbi Spilker is a delegate on the “Vote Reform” slate)
Every five years Jews around the world have the opportunity to vote their values that impacts change in Israel. Because of voting in 2015, the Reform Movement has received $20 million in funding in the last 5 yrs.
 
If you are Jewish, 18 yrs or older: vote here! (There is a $7.50 admin charge; $5 for adults under 25). There are a few steps but it only takes a few minutes.
 

Let us know you voted! Email Israel Committee chair, Shirly Tramer here.
This Shabbat
Friday, January 24
7:30 pm Shabbat Services
Saturday, January 25
9:00 am Open Torah Study
10:00 am Shabbat Services
Vaera - Ex. 6:2-7:7
12:00 pm Potluck Lunch
Connect
Shtisel Schmisel
What’s the Big Deal?

Saturday, February 1, 6:30 pm

For Young Adults
Havdalah, Nosh, and Conversation:
What Makes ­Reform Judaism “Reform” Anymore? (Asking for a friend)

Saturday, February 2, 5-6:30 pm

Hamentaschen Baking

February 2, 16, 23

Congregational Shabbat Dinner

Friday, February 7, 5:00 pm

Details   
New Member Havdalah

Saturday, February 8, 4:30 pm

Dessert and Game Night
Open to everyone!

Saturday, February 15, 6:30 pm
Brotherhood event.
Co-sponsored by Begegenen

WMZT event
Wine, a little Wisdom, and Mosaics

Tuesday, February 18, 7:00 pm

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Learn
Coffee with the Clergy

Sundays from 10-10:30 am
First date: January 26
Sisterhood Lounge

Reform Judaism:
A Life of Meaning
A Scholar-in-Residence Weekend with
Rabbi Dana Evan Kaplan , Ph.D.

January 30-February 2

Confused about Changes to the Caucus/Primary Nomination Process in 2020?
A Presentation on the Presidential Nomination Primary, Party Caucuses,
and the US Census

Sunday, February 9 at 10:30 am - 11:45 am

Pray
Shabbat Morning Learners’ Services

Saturday, February 8

Act
Birthright Israel
Free Trips for Young Adults 18-26
Priority Placement through Shorashim

Registration opens on January 27 for summer Birthright Israel trips ! This is a transformative, inspiring, and FREE trip to Israel for anyone 18-26 years old.

Apply here starting Jan 27 for YOUR Birthright Israel experience with Shorashim this summer! Check out the trip dates & options to find YOUR unique adventure filled with incredible food, culture, views, hikes, & Israelis who travel with you for the entire experience. Summer trips are extremely popular & trips will fill up quickly. Apply ASAP starting Jan 27 to increase your chances of being placed on your top trip @ i sraelwithisraelis.com/go Questions about eligibility , the application process , or want to learn more? Reach out to Shorashim at (312) 267-0677 or registration@shorashim.org . Also, let Rabbi Spilker know that you are signing up for additional priority.
In the Community
- The Twin Cities Jewish Humor Festival, beginning January 25, is thrilled to announce the lineup for 2020. A partnership of the Sabes JCC and the St. Paul JCC, this year’s festival will celebrate the Jewish contribution to the world of humor including stand up, performance, authors, a workshop, and an art exhibition! DETAILS .

- Protect Minnesota's Interfaith Alliance for Gun Safety presents Faith is Stronger Than Fear : Overcoming gun violence through inspiration, education and action. This event will take place on Sunday, January 26, 2-4 pm at Bet Shalom Synagogue. DETAILS .

- If Not Now, When? . . . If Not Us, Who? Legislative Breakfast on Affordable Housing. January 30, beginning at 7:30 am at St. Timothy Lutheran Church (1465 Victoria St. N, St. Paul). Hosted by St. Paul MICAH Chapter. RSVP with your name, phone number, legislative district or street address, and the number attending. Patti Whitney-Wise, pattiww@micah.org . Questions? Call Patti: 612-618-3738.

- JFS is offering the REEL People, REAL Lives documentary film series that will explore a diverse array of stories while introducing the audience to a fascinating assortment of people facing and seeing their way through various life hurdles. In the first movie in the series, a nonspeaking young man dreams of autistic civil rights. The documentary film Deej , with its insider view of autism, challenges us all to live inclusion. This movie will be shown on  February 9, 1-3:30pm at the St. Paul JCC. DETAILS .

- Join the St. Paul Jewish Federation for a Tu B’Shvat Seder led by Shlicha Keshet Berlinsky Edry Monday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 pm at Sholom East. Enjoy a light meal, music and family fun. It’s the second event in our Lev El Lev series, connecting St. Paul to Israel. DETAILS .

- Please join us for Mitzvah Clowning on February 16, 2:30 pm at Sholom East . We will do our mitzvah clowning for the residents from 2:30- 3:30pm . Please come dressed in your clown outfit. Questions? New to Mitzvah clowning? No experience necessary. Contact Sue Lund at 952-217-0594 (text please) or email at sue@thelundfamily.net .
Accessibility at Mount Zion
We strive to make all our programs and services accessible to all. If you have any accessibility requests for a particular event or service , please let us know as far in advance as possible by contacting Larry Solomon at lsolomon@mzion.org or 651-638-3881.
Mount Zion
1300 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105

Phone: 651-698-3881