Redefining Home: A Sukkot Ritual for Survivors of Abuse
TONIGHT, September 22nd, 6:30pm on zoom
During the holiday of Sukkot, we reflect on what it felt like for our ancestors to wander through the desert while not having a permanent, safe place to call home. However, this is no matter of imagination for those who have witnessed or experienced abuse. How can we redefine what home means to us and create new dwellings within us that are spaces of peace and security? To explore this question further, join our Sukkot gathering in support of those who have experienced abuse featuring a guest speaker from Shalom Bayit (Peace in the Home), the Bay Area's foremost voice on ending abuse in the Jewish community. All are welcome, whether you have been personally affected by abuse or are coming to support others.
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Dancing in the Park for Simchat Torah
Monday, September 27, 5:30pm
Have you been jealous of people dancing in Dolores Park? Now it’s your turn! Come celebrate the festival of Simchat Torah in the park as we dance with individual Torahs and read the end and beginning of our (faux) scroll. Bruce Bierman will lead us in touchless dancing as we celebrate Torah! We’ll meet behind the tennis courts near the bathroom, at the corner of 18th and Church, accessible by the path. Parking is tough, so arrive early to find a spot. Masks are required for unvaccinated persons and encouraged for everyone. Please remember to observe CSZ's fragrance-free policy
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Simchat Torah on Zoom
Tuesday, September 28, 8:30-9:30am
Songs and prayers to set our hearts and minds! This service takes place every Tuesday morning, and is led by community lay leaders and Cantor Bernstein. This week, as part of our weekly Tuesday morning minyan, we will dance in our seats as we celebrate Simchat Torah at home. For more information, contact Cantor Bernstein.
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Yizkor - Kaddish Memory Circle
Wednesday, September 29th, 8:30 – 9:00 am
We gather each month with those who are grieving for Kaddish Circle. This month, we will observe the Jewish milestone of Yizkor that falls at the close of the Sukkot holiday as well. If you are mourning a loss or even if you aren’t, you are invited to this short, morning space to share memories and recite prayers, including Kaddish. Led by Ora Prochovnick.
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#SocialAction: Get Involved |
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Explore the Jews of Color Initiative’s
Sunday, September 26
4:00 - 5:30 pm
“This research presents an intersectional account of American Jewish life by exploring the ways in which the ethnic, racial, and cultural identities of Jews of Color (JoC) influence and infuse their Jewish experiences.” Come learn what Jews of Color say about their experiences in this critical new study from the Jews of Color Initiative. We’ll look at the data, discuss what it tells us, and consider the implications for our community Sha’ar Zahav. This is part of our Racial Equity Committee’s 4th Sunday @ 4 Series.
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Judaism 101 with Dir. of Education,
Sue Bojdak on Zoom
Mondays from October 4 – December 6, 6:30-8:30 pm
Judaism 101 is an introduction to Judaism for people who are new or returning to Judaism and are looking for a starting point to dive into Jewish learning and/or Jewish practice. Anyone from any background is welcome. We will be covering everything from Torah to Israel, spirituality to ethics, through a queer-positive, progressive, inclusive Jewish lens with plenty of room for questions. Our learning will be interactive and communal; come ready to be in the learning with us.
The cost is $149. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you have questions, please contact Sue Bojdak. Open to members and non-members.
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Beginning and Continuing Hebrew -
On Zoom - 12 sessions
Beginning Class: Tuesdays,
starting October 5, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Continuing Class: Thursdays,
starting October 7, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Introduction to Hebrew Class: This class is intended for first-time Hebrew students, and will begin at the very beginning by learning the letters and the sounds that they make. This class provides a friendly and supportive learning environment, and patience and sensitivity will be shown to adult learners with limited time for study.
Continuing Hebrew Class: A continuation of our beginning Hebrew class, this course is for students who have already learned the Hebrew alphabet and know some basic vocabulary. This class will provide opportunities to practice reading and decoding Hebrew, and expand your Hebrew vocabulary. We shall study several key prayers in the CSZ's prayer book.
Cost is $126/non-members, $54/members, but scholarships are available. For questions, email Susie. This class requires a minimum of 8 students. Class is taught by Michael Lederman.
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Book Group Discussion: The Woman Who Smashed Codes
Tuesday, October 5
7:00 - 8:00 pm
How do people choose their careers? Sometimes they reach out, grab them and make new ones. In The Woman Who Smashed Codes, we meet Elizebeth Friedman, a young poet who by serendipity becomes involved in unlocking coded messages – whether in Shakespeare’s plays or from rum-running gangsters or Nazi spies. Contact Ami Zusman for more information. Ready to try code breaking? HVV BLF RM LXGLYVI. [Key]
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Weekly Torah Study Group
Weekly on Thursdays
8:30 - 9:30 am
Study the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Copeland and lay leaders. For the first half hour, we’ll talk, learn and share thoughts about the portion. In the second half, we will practice our Hebrew reading skills in a compassionate environment! Join for either or both parts of the study.
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Weekly Mussar Group
Weekly on Thursdays
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Mussar is a very practical and flexible spiritual discipline to help you balance soul-traits (Middah/Middot) such as Humility, Loving-Kindness, Generosity, and Silence. Drop-ins are always welcome! For more information, contact Mark Pressler.
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#Community: Let's Get Together |
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Caring Community
Hineni, our SZ Caring Community, is starting up a new program connecting callers to congregants in need. If you’re interested and would like more information, contact hinenileaders@shaarzahav.org.
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Jewish Yoga
Monthly on the 4th Shabbat morning, Sept. 25,
at 9:00 am
You are invited to a Shabbat morning exploration of yoga and Judaism that integrates mind, body, and spirit. Led by our member and yoga instructor Surya Stuart Dick. Beginners and experienced yoga practitioners welcome. To be added to our SZ Yoga listserv, email Susie@shaarzahav.org.
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12-Step Meetings by and for Sha’ar Zahav Members
Weekly on Sundays On Zoom
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Come listen and share experience, strength, and hope with other CSZ members who identify as part of any 12-step community (AA, NA, CMA, Alanon, SA, etc.).
The meeting will be run in the usual 12-step format but will also feature some thoughts and reflections from members who are working to bring their Jewish selves and Jewish traditions to their 12-step practice. Contact Erika Katske with any questions.
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Weekday Morning Prayer
Weekly on Tuesdays
8:30 - 9:00 am
Songs and prayers to set our hearts and minds! This service takes place every Tuesday morning, and is led by community lay leaders and Cantor Bernstein. For more information, contact Cantor Bernstein.
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This week:
Friday Night Services: Sept. 24 at 7:30 pm Led by Rabbi Copeland with Tiela Chalmers. D'rash by Rabbi Ted Riter.
Saturday Morning Service: Sept. 25 at 10 am
Join the Zoom Meeting. Meeting ID: 365 434 855 and Passcode: 068575.
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Next Week:
Friday Night Service: October 1 at 7:30 pm Led by Cantor Bernstein. Register Here. Meeting ID: 452 290 988.
Saturday Morning Service: October 3 at 10 am
Join the Zoom Meeting. Meeting ID: 365 434 855 and Passcode: 068575.
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Sulmi Rubenstein-Markiewicz 9/22
Sarah Grams 9/22
Mark Leno 9/24
Gregg Biggs 9/26
Frank Michael Post 9/26
Sophie Rinkoff-Murland 9/26
Deena Cohen 9/26
James Frazin 9/28
Sadie Joelle Post 9/28
Arthur Cohen 9/28
Carol Dawson Rose 9/29
Judith Wolfe 9/29
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