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A selective leadership experience for those called to cultivate meaningful connections at the Den among folks in their 20s–40s across our community. Fellows will receive training in relational community organizing, spiritual listening, and community network weaving — drawing on the wisdom of Den leaders and select outside professionals who bring expertise in building inclusive, values-driven …
Building on the Den’s commitment to peer leadership, we’re launching a new leadership cohort where emerging leaders receive rabbinic mentorship, peer support, and access to outside expertise as they learn to lead diverse Jewish learning experiences, guide ritual gatherings, and hold sacred space in community. Fellows develop facilitation and leadership skills in a supportive, spiritually …
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With so much pain and brokenness in the world, hope can feel naive, far-reaching, or even irresponsible. With Rabbi Jenna, explore how to approach hope not as a tool to escape, but as a practice of staying present and engaged. Drawing on the wisdom of Rebecca Solnit, Adrienne Maree Brown, and ancient Jewish texts, reflect …
Big questions deserve bold expression. In this hands-on, four-part art workshop, we’ll explore personal growth, release, and renewal through a Jewish lens. As the New Year approaches, use creativity as your tool for reflection. No art skills needed. Just curiosity, a bit of courage, and a willingness to try. Registration is $75 for the full …
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Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel in a deep exploration of Moses’ first encounter with the Holy One. The beginning of Moses and God’s relationship can teach us about our own fears, vulnerabilities, and power when in relationship with others. In another year of “unprecedented times,” this text feels particularly poignant. Who knows?! Your insight may even …
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Do you want to be a lay leader in your community? Are you interested in learning useful skills for creating close connections with people? Or have you ever thought to yourself: wow I wish I had a friend group? Come to the building community workshop! Together we will learn useful skills and create a toolbox …
Big questions deserve bold expression. In this hands-on, four-part art workshop, we’ll explore personal growth, release, and renewal through a Jewish lens. As the New Year approaches, use creativity as your tool for reflection. No art skills needed. Just curiosity, a bit of courage, and a willingness to try. Registration is $75 for the full …
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Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel in a deep exploration of Moses’ first encounter with the Holy One. The beginning of Moses and God’s relationship can teach us about our own fears, vulnerabilities, and power when in relationship with others. In another year of “unprecedented times,” this text feels particularly poignant. Who knows?! Your insight may even …
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Join us for Torah on Tap🍻, a Happy Hour brought to you by Kesher Israel and Moishe Houses Bethesda, Columbia Heights, Admo, and Arlington🤯! The event will include drinks🍷🍸🍹, a brief Torah discussion, and lots of time to socialize at our NEW location, Sudhouse DC on U Street 🥃🍻.
Who is the God of the High Holidays? Who have I been and who do I want to be? Elul - the Hebrew month before Rosh HaShanah - is a time for spiritual preparation. We are meant to begin taking an account of our souls, thinking about the moments we missed the mark, and …
We all know the High Holidays are coming. Yet somehow, the deep spiritual work feels like something we consistently forget to schedule until it’s right around the corner. In this four-session series for 35- to 50-year-olds, we’ll read Rabbi Alan Lew’s This Is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared, unpacking the rituals, questions, and tough …
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Join us for multiple Shabbatot in Elul as we gather around the table to sing and learn together in advance of the High Holy Day season. Enter the High Holy Days uplifted, challenged, and ready for the growth mindset the season offers us. September 6 with Rabbi Krinsky September 13 with Rabbis Alexander, Holtzblatt & Dassa September 20 with Rabbi …
