Upcoming events

 
Nov
22

Torah Study: Our People's Journey

Torah Study: Our People's Journey (Zoom)

Scholars believe that the Psalms were written by different people over several centuries; these prayer-poems express a range of feelings and motivations–including awe, gratitude, hope, a desire for comfort, grief, and despair. The group will consider different translations of the text as well as associated commentaries; this phase of study will also give us the chance to dip into musical settings of certain verses or entire psalms. We’ll also have a chance to think about the various metaphors for the Divine that are found in the text and see what resonates most for each of us. To be added to the email reminder list contact Gayle Zoffer. All are welcome to participate.

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Nov
22

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

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Nov
29

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Dec
6

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Dec
13

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Dec
20

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Dec
27

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Jan
3

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Jan
10

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Jan
17

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Jan
24

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Jan
31

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

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Nov
15

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

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Nov
13

Torah for Tough Times

Join Rabbi Stiefel for a monthly Torah study group that provides support for individuals facing challenging ongoing hardship, grief and illness (your own or someone you are caregiving for.) By coming together to look at the weekly Torah portion, we will nurture seeds of hope and resilience from our tradition as well as create space for support from our community.

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Nov
9

Workshop in the Lineage of Generative Somatics

Embodied practices for bridging individual and social transformation. Workshop in the lineage of generative somatics:

Registration is required here; Saturday November 9th 3-5:30pm; Teacher: Becka Tilsen

We know how change that resides in our minds can leave us unable to take new actions despite our strong desires and solid conviction. We know that ancestral inherited trauma and systemic oppression have shaped the idea that our bodies are, at best, carrying cases for our brains and, at worst, something to dominate and control. But, how do we transform ourselves individually and collectively? Generative somatics is a politicized modality that works with the body as the site for change and offers concrete tools and practices for how we move from a ‘good idea’ to embodied change. 

This workshop was originally offered on Yom Kippur but had to be rescheduled. We are repurposing it as a post election resource for us to face the political reality together, no matter what happens. 

Becka Tilsen is a congregant, born and raised in the Twin Cities. She has been a student of generative somatics for 14 years and a practitioner for 10 years. Other things about Becka: she is a parent, she is a queer person, and a life-long organizer. She loves living room dance parties and she thinks she is very funny. 

If you want more information about Becka’s somatic workshops happening this fall email her at becka[at]beckatilsen.com.

Please register so we can prepare for our numbers.

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Nov
8

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

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Nov
8

A Conversation with Combatants for Peace

A Conversation with Combatants for Peace

Friday, November 8th at 5:00pm

On Zoom and at Shir Tikvah (in our downstairs social hall, down a short flight of stairs)

Join us before Kabbalat Shabbat for a presentation and conversation with Combatants for Peace. CfP was founded by Israeli and Palestinian former combatants who laid down their weapons to choose one another and seek a peaceful, equitable future side by side. We'll host two CfP activists (one Israeli, one Palestinian) and the director of CfP's new documentary, "There Is Another Way." This program is sponsored by J Street Minnesota in collaboration with Shir Tikvah. Registration is required here.

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Nov
8

Torah Study: Our People's Journey

Torah Study: Our People's Journey (Zoom)

Scholars believe that the Psalms were written by different people over several centuries; these prayer-poems express a range of feelings and motivations–including awe, gratitude, hope, a desire for comfort, grief, and despair. The group will consider different translations of the text as well as associated commentaries; this phase of study will also give us the chance to dip into musical settings of certain verses or entire psalms. We’ll also have a chance to think about the various metaphors for the Divine that are found in the text and see what resonates most for each of us. To be added to the email reminder list contact Gayle Zoffer. All are welcome to participate.

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Nov
1

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

Join us in person at Shir Tikvah

 
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Oct
25

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

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Oct
23

Simchat Torah

Simchat Torah - Safety in Solidarity

October 23, 2024; 5-9pm

Purchase Dinner Tickets Here! 

Shir Tikvah Sanctuary and on Zoom

Jews renew our relationship with Torah each year by bringing Torah out onto the dance floor. Torah is not just a text to be read but a living, dynamic force guiding our community and personal growth.

The seven hakafot symbolize different facets of life and connection, each circle representing a unique aspect of blessing and renewal. By engaging with these circles, we open to a deeper, more intentional approach to how we relate to each other and to our communal commitments. Our relationships and aspirations can be as fluid and evolving as the dance itself.


Simchat Torah cannot be the same this year, as we mark the yahrzeit since last October 7th, since last Simchat Torah. This year, we meet Simchat Torah differently - allowing the rhythms of the seven hakafot (circles of blessing, yearning, life) to inspire the ways we connect with one another, the ways we dream, the ways we commit our energy in the coming year. 


We will begin Simchat Torah with a delicious meal and facilitated, connective conversation with our community, touching on themes of safety, solidarity and the world we’re trying to build together. RSVP here! 


We will then begin our Simchat Torah ritual - hearing the end of Torah only to begin again, followed by music, dancing and blessing. We will make space for the grief…and will reach towards what might be possible - we’ll dedicate our dancing to the miracle of life and take solace in being together.

Simchat Torah is the seal of our High Holy Day season and launches us into the new year in  earnest. We hope you will join us for a night of community connection and intentional ritual.

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Oct
23

Sukkot Hallel

We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy) as we are led in Hallel by rabbis and other prayer leaders from around the Twin Cities. Join us for the whole series or for a single morning - all are welcome! We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy).

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Oct
22

Mending in the Sukkah

Mending in the Sukkah 

Over the past months, our community has moved through practices of tearing clothing as a means to hold and process our grief around Oct. 7th and the ongoing violence in Israel/Palestine. During the intermediary days of Sukkot, we will take on a practice of mending these torn materials as a means to pray for a year of repair.  With time to sew, weep, learn, sing and pray, we aim to honor our ongoing grief and anger while cultivating resilience and exploring the potential of hope.  Whether you are an experienced mender or new to textile arts, whether you come into this season with song, sorrow, tears or joy, you are welcome!  

7PM- 8:30PM Saturday, Oct. 19th - Havdalah, singing and mending with R’ Arielle 

1-4PM Sunday, Oct. 20th - An afternoon of mending and stories with Rachel Breen

6PM-7PM Tuesday, Oct 22nd - Torah of mending with R’ Joey

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Oct
22

Sukkot Hallel

We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy) as we are led in Hallel by rabbis and other prayer leaders from around the Twin Cities. Join us for the whole series or for a single morning - all are welcome! We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy).

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Oct
21

LGBTQ+/Queer Elders' Potluck Dinner

LGBTQ+/Queer Elders' Potluck Dinner 

In Shir Tikvah’s Sukkah

Connect with each other and nature at a potluck dinner during Sukkot in Shir Tikvah’s Sukkah. There is an ancient kabbalistic practice of inviting honored ancestors as ushpizin or guests to the festive meal. Come ready to share the LGBTQ+/Queer ancestors you would welcome.  Dress for the elements. In case of inclement weather we will gather inside. Please RSVP here and let us know what you will bring.

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Oct
21

Sukkot Hallel

We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy) as we are led in Hallel by rabbis and other prayer leaders from around the Twin Cities. Join us for the whole series or for a single morning - all are welcome! We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy).

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Oct
20

Mending in the Sukkah

Mending in the Sukkah 

Over the past months, our community has moved through practices of tearing clothing as a means to hold and process our grief around Oct. 7th and the ongoing violence in Israel/Palestine. During the intermediary days of Sukkot, we will take on a practice of mending these torn materials as a means to pray for a year of repair.  With time to sew, weep, learn, sing and pray, we aim to honor our ongoing grief and anger while cultivating resilience and exploring the potential of hope.  Whether you are an experienced mender or new to textile arts, whether you come into this season with song, sorrow, tears or joy, you are welcome!  

7PM- 8:30PM Saturday, Oct. 19th - Havdalah, singing and mending with R’ Arielle 

1-4PM Sunday, Oct. 20th - An afternoon of mending and stories with Rachel Breen

6PM-7PM Tuesday, Oct 22nd - Torah of mending with R’ Joey

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Oct
19

Mending in the Sukkah

Mending in the Sukkah 

Over the past months, our community has moved through practices of tearing clothing as a means to hold and process our grief around Oct. 7th and the ongoing violence in Israel/Palestine. During the intermediary days of Sukkot, we will take on a practice of mending these torn materials as a means to pray for a year of repair.  With time to sew, weep, learn, sing and pray, we aim to honor our ongoing grief and anger while cultivating resilience and exploring the potential of hope.  Whether you are an experienced mender or new to textile arts, whether you come into this season with song, sorrow, tears or joy, you are welcome!  

7PM- 8:30PM Saturday, Oct. 19th - Havdalah, singing and mending with R’ Arielle 

1-4PM Sunday, Oct. 20th - An afternoon of mending and stories with Rachel Breen

6PM-7PM Tuesday, Oct 22nd - Torah of mending with R’ Joey

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Oct
19

Tot Shabbat Sukkot

October Tot Shabbat takes us into the Shir Tikvah Sukkah! Our youngest and their families will sing, dance, and learn through Sukkot before each shaking the etrog and lulav. Oneg will include fall harvest treats.

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Oct
18

Kabbalat Shabbat

AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY IS SONG, OUR SHIR TIKVAH, OUR SONG OF HOPE.

We raise our voices in song and gratitude, helping each other come to a place of rest and release each Shabbat. On Shabbat, all of creation rests. All who come to uplift the dignity and sanctity of all of creation are welcome in the Shir Tikvah sanctuary - comers of all faiths, identity, gender, race, ability, and familial structure.

KABBALAT SHABBAT

On Friday night, we gather in our multi-modal sanctuary to greet Shabbat with song, poetry, learning and connecting with one another. Led by our rabbi team and by an inspiring constellation of community leaders, our Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming Shabbat) services are musical, accessible (closed captions and a full transcript of the service are available), warm and connective.

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Oct
18

Peace, Aid and Solidarity in Israel/Palestine: Sharebacks with Shir Tikvah-niks

Peace, Aid and Solidarity in Israel/Palestine: Sharebacks with Shir Tikvah-niks, On zoom and in the Shir Tikvah Library, Register here

5:15PM Oct. 18 - Shabbat Sukkot - Sharon Jaffe: “I am a witness, Rabbis for Ceasefire multifaith delegation to Palestine”

Over a series of summer lectures, our community learned from the activism, heartbreak and struggles of Israeli and Palestinian leaders and thinkers.  This fall, we’ll continue our learning about the vital needs, hopes, and pains of Israelis and Palestinians with a series of sharebacks from Shir Tikvah members.  These Shir Tikvah-niks have recently returned from trips providing advocacy, material support and solidarity to Palestinians and Israelis impacted by violence.  From their stories, we hope to continue to deepen our understanding and empathy and explore models for how American Jews can support the sanctity of Israeli and Palestinian lives.  Bring yourself, your questions and a potluck item or snack to share.    

Past talks: 

Dianne Neumark-Sztainer and Hector Sztainer: “hostages, displaced families, collective trauma, resilience, volunteering…and many nuances: reflections from our two-month stay in Israel”

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Oct
18

Sukkot Hallel

We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy) as we are led in Hallel by rabbis and other prayer leaders from around the Twin Cities. Join us for the whole series or for a single morning - all are welcome! We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy).

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Oct
17

Sukkot Hallel

We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy) as we are led in Hallel by rabbis and other prayer leaders from around the Twin Cities. Join us for the whole series or for a single morning - all are welcome! We raise our voices in song in this z’man simchateinu (time of our joy).

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Oct
16

Erev Sukkot with JAMI

Our second night of the JAMI year takes us into the Shir Tikvah Sukkah for the first night of Sukkot! During Noar T’filah, our weekly youth ma’ariv (weeknight service), we will sing and pray ourselves into the opening moments of our beloved harvest festival. Each student will have a chance to shake the etrog and lulav. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to join us.

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