Services led by clergy and members. Drash given by members. We would like our services to be accessible to those with chemical sensitivities and allergies, and therefore support a fragrance-free environment.
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Every Saturday except B'nei Mitzvah days Time: 9:00 am Join a lay-led weekly Talmud study group where we will look at a tractate/section of Jewish commentary called Moed Katan. No experience studying Talmud is necessary, text will be read in English translation. For more information, contact Jackie Kaplan.
Find out more »CSZ's neighborly Shabbat morning service is more like a minyan, a small community gathering. We sing, pray, read and discuss Torah together. And ask questions and share ideas in a spiritual and progressive celebration. No prior experience is necessary. Services begin at 10:00am and end at 11:30am. We would like our services to be accessible to those with chemical sensitivities and allergies, and therefore support a fragrance-free environment.
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10:30 am First Saturday of every month Everyone is welcome. Typical session includes a short and longer silent sit, with chanting, movement, and a short teaching. Contact Michael Chertok for more information.
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Dates: Mondays, September 16 & 23, October 28 -December 16, 2019 (meets for 10 sessions) Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Location: Sha’ar Zahav – 290 Dolores Street SF 94103 Registration: Click Here Open to members and non-members. The intro to Judaism course, will cover the basics of Jewish history, texts, liturgy, holidays, customs, theology, with plenty of room for you to ask your own questions.The intro class is designed for anyone from any background and any level of Jewish learning, and all are…
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Jewish mysticism opens up new spiritual pathways for our contemporary seeking. But is it queer? We will explore how gender and sexuality play out on the magnificent stage of medieval mystical texts and decide for ourselves whether this body of literature, while steeped in the heteronormative and binary expressions of its time, reveals insights for our contemporary spiritualities. No knowledge of Jewish text or language necessary. Bring your lunch. We'll provide tea and coffee. Contact: rabbi@shaarzahav.org.
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6:30 pm Second Wednesday of every month This group is for members with little or no family in the Bay Area and want to create and expand our circle of support as we age. We will share resources in anticipation of future needs and also enjoy outings, potlucks and perhaps holiday meals together. If you'd like to attend, please email: Paisha Rochlin: paimar@pacbell.net or Marjorie Hilsenrad onceupntym@sbcglobal.net
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6:30 pm Shabbat Dinner Buffet (RSVP required, space is limited) 7:30 pm Klezmer Service 8:30 pm Oneg, more music and dancing Come for an evening that will nourish your soul! Our Klezmer Shabbat is a night for everyone – a night of eating, singing, dancing and davening. Join Cantor Sharon Bernstein on voice and piano, Stuart Brotman on bass, Sheldon Brown on clarinet, Josh Horowitz on accordion, and Bruce Bierman on feet. The shul will soar to plaintive and uplifting…
Find out more »Every Saturday except B'nei Mitzvah days Time: 9:00 am Join a lay-led weekly Talmud study group where we will look at a tractate/section of Jewish commentary called Moed Katan. No experience studying Talmud is necessary, text will be read in English translation. For more information, contact Jackie Kaplan.
Find out more »CSZ's neighborly Shabbat morning service is more like a minyan, a small community gathering. We sing, pray, read and discuss Torah together. And ask questions and share ideas in a spiritual and progressive celebration. No prior experience is necessary. Services begin at 10:00am and end at 11:30am. We would like our services to be accessible to those with chemical sensitivities and allergies, and therefore support a fragrance-free environment.
Find out more »