Re-New Your Life in Elul
Each year, as the High Holy Days draw near, Jewish tradition invites us to use Elul, the final month of the Hebrew calendar year, as an opportunity to reflect on our past, discern what we want to leave behind and what we want to carry with us, and begin to imagine a new and renewed future. Our learning offerings for Elul this year provide a diverse selection of offerings designed to support those interested in taking up the renewal invitation.
Study of Maimonides’ Mishneh Torah, Hilchot Teshuvah
Mondays, August 9, 16, and 23 from 1:00-2:00 PM - In Person at NSCI
In the 12th Century, Moses Maimonides literally wrote the book on Teshuvah. Join Rabbi Geffen to study this brief but transformative compendium to discover how such ancient wisdom serves as fitting guidance to better ourselves and our relationships still today. Click HERE for the text sheet.
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The Music of High Holy Days
Mondays, August 16 and 23 from 7:00-8:30 PM - Zoom
Join Cantor Goldstein in preparation for the Holy Days through our rich musical traditions. We'll explore the prayers that are unique to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur in a variety of musical settings; Melodies that are sure to inspire and evoke memories of holidays past!
Shofar Corps
Tuesdays, August 17, 24 and 31 from 7:00-8:00 PM - In Person at NSCI
Calling all adults and youth (grade 4 and older) to help herald in 5782 on NSCI's Shofar Corps! No experience required. Shofars are available for purchase in the Judaica Shop; we also have a limited number available to borrow. Contact Sarah: sarahd@nsci.org with questions.
Reading the Words, Finding Our Own
Tuesdays. August 17 (POSTPONED UNTIL NEXT WEEK) and 24 at 7:00 PM - on Zoom
Rabbi Greene & Neil Rigler will bring us to poetry & texts of the Days of Awe and their themes. We'll read, delve in, and write our own words. Bring an open mind & heart. No writing experience necessary.
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The Mindful or Mindless Life: Re-Newing Our Selves
Fridays, August 20, 27 and September 3, 10 from 12:00-1:00 PM - Zoom
With Alan Lew’s This is Real and You are Completely Unprepared as our guide, participants will explore how the deep wisdom of High Holy Days invites us to improve ourselves, our relationships and our world. Sessions will include study, discussion and meditation. No experience necessary. Participants are encouraged to acquire a copy of the book and read Chapters 1-4 in advance of the first session.
Click on the dates below for the text sheet from that session:
Turning Points: A New Look at Selichot
Saturday, August 28th at 8:00 PM - In Person at NSCI
Don’t miss this new, meaningful experience inspired by “The Moth” storyslam and podcast. As we approach the High Holy Day season, Jewish tradition invites us to reflect on our lives and to engage in a process of turning and returning to the best of who we can be. On this year’s Selichot evening, NSCIers will share stories of their life-changing experiences and the resulting shift in the direction of their lives as inspiration for us all.
Exploring Elul with Music and Midrash
Tuesday, August 31 at 7:00 PM - Zoom
Step into Elul with Rabbi Ryan Daniels and Alan Goodis. Explore themes of the High Holy Days through sacred song, contemporary music and Jewish teachings in an effort to expand our understanding and offer new doorways into the Days of Awe.
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