An earlier email didn't include Judy Katz's b'mitzvah announcement and a nonbinary minyan. Please find more information below. | | |
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Friday Night Services:
August 19th at 7:30 pm.
Hybrid: On Zoom and In-Person.
Shabbes Beat Led by Cantor Bernstein.
D'rash by Tom Medin.
Meeting ID: 886 7131 3838
Saturday Morning Service:
August 20th at 10:00 am.
Hybrid: On Zoom and In-Person.
Join the Zoom Meeting. Meeting ID: 365 434 855 and Passcode: 068575.
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While we strive for all our events to be mixed-access, this is not always possible. Some of the events below are only in-person, and some are Zoom only. If you have any questions about a particular event, please contact the office, or the contact listed for the event. | |
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Nonbinary-Hebrew Minyan
Friday, August 19, 9:30am-10am on Zoom Only
Curious about a nonbinary way to pray? Join Rabbi Copeland in a short chanting service with entirely nonbinary Hebrew and names for the Divine. All prayers will be in transliteration or English, so come even if Hebrew is new to you.
Join the minyan: Register here
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Adult B'Mitzvah
Saturday, August 27, 10am at Sha'ar Zahav
Join Judy Katz during next week's Saturday morning Shabbat as she celebrates this great milestone. All are invited!
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Community: Let's Get Together | |
Beit Sefer Phyllis Mintzer
Last week to register!
Beit Sefer Phyllis Mintzer begins September 10. See the calendar here. If you know families who might be interested, let them know.
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It’s time to come together!
We are hoping to wrap up our membership drive very soon. If you haven't pledged yet, please take a look at your inboxes for previous emails or at the links down below! It takes each of us to assure a vibrant community – and to meet our $1 million budget. So, please commit now – and save yourself and our volunteers the need to nudge you. You can follow the link in your email or click here. (And if you’re not yet a member, here’s how). If you have questions, please email Susie Idzik
Many thanks to those 187 households who have already made a commitment!
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Teach-In on Reparations for African Americans organized by SF Black & Jewish Unity Coalition
Sunday, September 18, 2pm
Hybrid (in-person and online): Congregation Sherith Israel
There is a strong group of speakers including CA Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber, a driving force behind California reparations work. More information will be provided soon. If you want to volunteer, please reach out to Deborah Levy.
Sha'ar Zahav is a co-sponsor of this event.
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Recurring Gatherings and Meetings | |
Theater & Movies Chavurah: Foxtrot
Wednesday, September 7
6:00 pm on Zoom
Samuel Maoz's second feature, Foxtrot examines both the strength and the absurdity of military service from several points of view. You can read more about it here. It is available purchase for $3.99 on Apple TV and Amazon. For more info, contact Yvette Adida.
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Social Action Committee
Monday, September 12th
6:00 pm on Zoom
On fair elections, welcoming the stranger, secure housing and food, ending gun violence, and more! At our next meeting we will focus on the Empty Homes vacancy tax ballot measure, get-out-the vote actions, and Food Bank volunteer opportunities around the High Holy Days. Want to join us? Come to our next meeting or contact Nancy Wecker or Geri Kahn.
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Book Group Discussion:
The Orchard by David Hopen
Tuesday, September 20, 7:00 - 8:00 pm on Zoom
A national Jewish book award finalist. A commanding debut and a poignant coming-of-age story about a devout Jewish high school student whose plunge into the secularized world threatens everything he knows of himself.
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Climate Action Committee
2nd Monday of the Month
5:00 - 6:30 pm on Zoom
If you missed our Earth Day Fair, you missed a busy and exciting morning! Thanks to the Climate Action Committee for putting on this event, and to all who participated!
Here is a link to resources provided, on a variety of interesting and important topics.
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Kaf-Lamed Monthly Gathering
Don't go to Shabbat alone!
This Friday, August 12, 7:30pm
Join Sha'ar Zahav's young adult group (The Kaf Lameds) for a monthly gathering at Shabbat Services in person! Perfect for those who've ever felt intimidated to go to Shabbat in person services alone. Or perfect for those who just want a few buddies to join on Friday night services! This is a monthly gathering, where we'll do "Shabbat Together" the 2nd Friday of each month. Any questions please feel free to contact Emily Ornelas-Dorian.
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Remember When
1st Wednesday of the Month
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Hitch a ride on the wayback wagon for a trip down memory lane. Let’s reminisce about the 40’s thru the 70’s together! Different topics each month. We will gather on the first Wednesday of every month. Everyone is welcome! Questions? Please email Marv Lehrman.
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Weekly Torah Study Group
Weekly on Wednesday
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. To be added to our SZ Torah listserv, email Susie Idzik.
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Mussar Group
Bi-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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Art Group: Drop-in
Weekly on Thursdays IN PERSON!
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Meditation Chavurah
1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
10:30 am - Noon
Everyone is welcome. And you will not regret it! A typical session includes a short and longer silent sit, with chanting, movement, and a short teaching. The group meets on the first and third Saturday of every month.
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Jewish Yoga
You are invited to a Shabbat morning exploration of yoga and Judaism that integrates mind, body, and spirit. Beginners and experienced yoga practitioners are welcome. To be added to our SZ Yoga listserv, email susie@shaarzahav.org.
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Hiking Chavurah
2nd Saturday of the month, 9:50 am
We hike on the second Saturday of the month
Join other Sha’ar Zahavniks on monthly urban hikes – mostly in SF but we sometimes venture farther afield. This is a great way to get to know other SZ members while exploring the city and beyond. The hikes usually last about two hours. For more information, email Karen Schiller and Ellen Murland
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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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Janet Klein 8/18
Rebecca Stern 8/18
Franco Martinez 8/19
Erik Sikovitz 8/20
Jonathan Zingman 8/20
Jan Half 8/22
Diana Sojourner 8/22
Martin Rawlings-Fein 8/23
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Attending In-Person Events and Services
Starting at the end of April, our policy is as follows.
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Shabbat Service: Masking during the service is required. Following the service, you may remove your mask to enjoy oneg.
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For all other events, masking is optional. Children 2-5 will be required to mask. We welcome you to keep wearing masks if you choose.
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Proof of vaccination is required, including a booster shot.
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Please remember: Sha’ar Zahav is a scent-free environment. Keeping our synagogue safe for those with scent and chemical sensitivities is part of our commitment to accessibility. Questions/concerns? Email us, the Accessibility Committee.
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Updated Registration Policy
Registration: Registration will no longer be required for most in-person services and events. If you have a key card, please let yourself in. If you do not, you will be asked to sign in and show proof of vaccination. Key cards are available to all members. Please reach out to get yours.
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