Many mornings my husband hits the snooze button – several times – leaving himself a narrow window of time before he has to hit the front door. Many of those mornings as his eyes pass over his beloved aquarium near the door he says, “Honey, could you feed my fish?” Of course I can. Now…
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Free High Holiday Services
My friends, please don’t make the High Holiday services the ones you use to introduce your non-Jewish loved one to a Jewish service. The liturgy of the High Holidays has developed for hundreds of years to be intense. It is not a light hearted experience. There is lots of Hebrew and many dark messages. The…
Read More »Interfaith Couples Connect!
Join other interfaith/intercultural couples to explore the complexities of interfaith relationships in a warm and supportive atmosphere. We’ll discuss identity, communication and creating a shared home. 4 sessions. Call for more information. Wednesdays, October 6 – October 27 7:30 – 9:00 pm Congregation Beth El, 1301 Oxford St., Berkeley Cost: $80/couple for four sessions; $60/couple…
Read More »Growing Your Child’s Identity in an Interfaith Family: Marin
Children move through a variety of developmental stages. How can we support their identity development and family attachment in age appropriate ways? Children in interfaith families are integrating multiple traditions and family heritages, we will look at how to weave together disparate backgrounds into one whole “self.” The discussion will be led by Dawn Kepler….
Read More »Cooking Jewish Whether You’re Jewish or Not: Chanukah
Food plays a big part in Jewish culture and holidays. What if you’re not Jewish but want to create a wonderful festive meal for your family and friends? What if you are Jewish and you want to make the holiday more joyous, meaningful and delicious? Then come cook and chat with us! Food alone doesn’t…
Read More »“Being” Jewish should give meaning to your Life
I’m going to invite you to think about “being” Jewish and what that means. Either you or your partner is Jewish. You may be raising your kids Jewish. Actually “being” Jewish poses questions about internalized identity and behavior and how they intersect. Being Jewish is entirely effortless; yet it demands action if you want…
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