The Torah portion this week relates the famous story known as The Akedah- the one about Abraham ascending a mountain and nearly sacrificing his son Isaac at God's command. Anyone who has ever been vulnerable and abandoned is traumatized to read this account. A parent is supposed to protect a child; how could Abraham have failed so miserably that the harm to be perpetrated against his own flesh and blood would even come by his own hand? 

And earlier, we see that he had abandoned his firstborn son, Ishmael, by sending him and Hagar away to wander and nearly die in the desert. Again, the near infanticide at his own hand, even if God had encouraged it. 

It’s not that Abraham was a maniacal or even cold hearted shell of a human. At the beginning of the Torah portion, he warmly welcomes in three strangers into his tent, providing an archetype for synagogue inclusion. He also stood up to God when God expressed desire to destroy Sodom and Gomorra. So, how come he couldn’t stand up to Sarah who wanted to expel his son Ishmael from her midst? And how come he couldn’t stand up to God who commanded he sacrifice his son Isaac? 

Abraham is a complex human being and the distance of context of the world over 4,000 years ago leaves us with more questions than answers. But the story leaves us to reflect on our own lives- for whom are we responsible for protecting? Are we doing right by them? Have we missed the mark and allowed them to be sacrificed at the altar of expediency? Have we been reluctant to take a stand that is critical to another's well-being? Have we succumbed to callousness or unconcern? 

More importantly, how can we instead exhibit compassion and protective care for those around us? Our Mussar class discussed this topic yesterday and concluded that compassion is one of the most vital and important character traits to have. That compassion connects us with others, and ultimately with the Oneness of the Creator. 

Join us as next Sunday, we discuss the character traits of Honor, Simplicity, and Enthusiasm. Register HERE to explore together!

Together, we are #keepingitsacred...

Rabbi Heather Miller, 

Founder, Keeping It Sacred

OUR SIGNATURE MELANIE GROHMAN z"l ACCESS JUDAISM CLASSES

If you'd like to be granted greater access to Judaism, please sign up for our Melanie Grohman z"l* Access Judaism is a KITS Signature Program. It offers relevant and empowering adult learning provided in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies.

Classes are open to students entering with a diversity of backgrounds from those well versed in Jewish life to those new to Jewish learning. There is a place for everyone in this program.

This course is taught over Zoom in two sessions of 8 classes each. The classes are flexible and are designed so that a person can choose to take one class, several, a whole session, or both sessions. 

The Course features classes in philosophy, theology, culture, history, liturgy, and more!

Wednesdays at 7pm PT/ 8p MT/ 9pm CT/ 10pm ET:

Access Judaism: SESSION 1:

10/6 Personal Inventory of Belief

10/13 Radical Responsibility for the World

10/20 Demystifying Denominational Differences

10/27 The Flavors of the Holy Books

11/3 One for Every Mood: The Jewish Holidays

11/10 Jewish Intermarriage: A History

11/17 The Righteous Economic Vision of the Rabbis

11/24 The Kabbalistic Non-Binary God

Access Judaism SESSION 2:

5/11 The Intelligent Design of the Prayer Service

5/18 Reform Renovations of the Prayerbook

5/25 Rituals as Markers of Transition

6/1 The Characteristics of a Good Jew

6/8 Slam Poetry in the Golden Age

6/15 Bad Theology: Terrible Explanations of Why The Righteous Suffer

6/22 Siblings or Cousins?: Jews and Christians in the First Century

6/29 Before You Die, Consider These Rabbinic Thoughts

Register for both 8-class sessions, one 8-class session, or for individual classes a-la-carte when you click on an upcoming Access Judaism classes on our events calendar:

keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

Keeping It Sacred programs are free for all because we uphold the value of keruv/accessibility; voluntary financial contributions to help offset the cost of these programs are greatly appreciated. 

*We named this program for KITS member Melanie Grohman z"l (may her memory be for a blessing). She died unexpectedly this past summer at her home in Rockport, TX. She was very involved in our programs and in the midst of immersing herself in the study of Judaism and practices. We uplift her loving memory by naming this program in honor of her love of exploring Jewish life through the KITS community programming. 

For further information, or to introduce yourself, please write to Rabbi Miller at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com.

EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER: THE JEWISH TRADITION OF MUSSAR

The tradition of Mussar encourages participants to delve deeper into a reflective practice of one's own character traits. Throughout the process of exploring the individual inner world, the light of the soul is unlocked and can shine more brightly, which ultimately benefits the universe.

Learn about the tradition, explore essential Jewish character qualities, and learn ways to unlock your own light in this 6-week course. We will utilize Alan Morinis' Everyday Holiness as our study text. Join us for one class, several, or all! Please invite your friends to take the series with you, too!

All classes are Sundays 10am PT/1pm ET on:

10/10 Humility, Patience, Gratitude

10/17 Compassion, Order, Equanimity

10/24 Honor, Simplicity, Enthusiasm

10/31 Silence, Generosity, Truth

11/14 Moderation, Loving-Kindness, Responsibility

11/21 Trust, Faith Fear

Keeping It Sacred programs are free for all because we uphold the value of keruv/accessibility; voluntary financial contributions to help offset the cost of these programs are greatly appreciated. Register HERE:

RECLAIMING WOMEN'S VOICES THROUGH THE TORAH

Saturday, October 23rd at 9am PT/noon ET, Keeping It Sacred is proud to partner with Congregation Or Ami and other institutions of Jewish learning to bring you Rabbi Dr. Andrea L. Weiss, Provost of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion to discuss Reclaiming Women's Voices through The Torah: A Women's Commentary which she edited.  Rabbi Miller writes, "I enjoyed having Dr. Weiss teach me in rabbinical school nearly 20 years ago. She brings a literary lens to the text that illuminates understandings otherwise missed. Her work, The Torah: A Women's Commentary is a wonderful compendium of sacred text, both that of the Torah itself, and women's exegesis in the form of outlines, poetry and entries. This session is sure to inform and inspire!" Please register HERE. 

CELEBRATE SIGD WITH THE ATLANTA JEWS OF COLOR COUNCIL

Sunday, October 31, at noon PT/3pm ET, join the AJOCC (Atlanta Jews of Color Council) for a celebration of the Ancient Jewish holiday of Sigd. Naftali Aklum, an Ethiopian born world lecturer will provide with a first hand account of the history, culture and politics of the Ethiopian Jewish community from Israel. You can register for this celebration via Eventbrite HERE. 

MONTHLY SHABBAT SERVICES WITH KEEPING IT SACRED

Give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song the last Friday of every month starting THIS MONTH. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones.

Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor those sacred times at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com.

Keeping It Sacred programs are free for all because we uphold the value of keruv/accessibility; voluntary financial contributions to help offset the cost of these programs are greatly appreciated.

And, please mark your calendars for 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET on 10/29, 11/26, 12/31, 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, 4/29, 5/27 and 6/24, and register to join us HERE.

Check out a taste of our services here:

HEALING CIRCLE & TALMUD TEXT STUDY EVERY THURSDAY

Ever want to jump into a conversation with the rabbinic sages of old? Now you can! Join us as we study a page of Talmud every day, adding our perspectives and the relevance to our own lives as we go along. 

The more varied the participants the deeper the conversations. Thursdays 11am PT/2pm ET.

Currently, we are 95 members strong from 24 different states and 5 countries!

We are:

People interested in becoming Jewish

Members of various Jewish denominations

Clergy

Lay leaders

Retired people

People who are not Jewish

We are in our 20s to 80s, and we are everywhere on the spectrum of gender.

Build community affirming of one another’s journey in the sea of Talmud with us! Benefit from the wisdom of Jewish tradition!

What people say:

"Yesterday's class was superb!! I remain impressed by so many things that you do! You are able to keep us on track, share (some of) your knowledge with us, make all sorts of connections to the Jewish and secular worlds, and meet each of us where we are! Kudos to you!!"

"Talmud study has opened a window to that world for me. I love the anthropology and sociology of it all."

"The minority opinions may someday count as much as the majority opinions. It reminds us that things change the Halacha changes and we change each year that we read it."

"We have the opportunity to compare the Halacha we are practicing today with the one they were writing and studying in the Talmud... It has been very interesting how things have evolved how we keep the tradition in our own way."

"I feel very close to this amazing group and I'm grateful to Rabbi Miller for conducting it."

AND just prior to our Talmud Study, we hold space for check-ins and healing prayers for loved ones in need, including ourselves. 

Keeping It Sacred programs are free for all because we uphold the value of keruv/accessibility; voluntary financial contributions to help offset the cost of these programs are greatly appreciated.

To join and of these gatherings, please send Rabbi Miller an email or DM on Facebook to be added to the closed, secret Facebook group and/or the weekly text study group. And look for us on Instagram daily HERE.

8TH NIGHT OF  HANUKKAH WITH THE KITS COMMUNITY

Join Rabbi Miller with musical guest Jeffrey Silverstein to celebrate Hanukkah with YOUR Keeping It Sacred Community! Together, we will celebrate the Festival of Lights. If you have a Hanukkiah/menorah at home, bring it to share the story of how it came into your life. This event is FREE and all are welcome! Register HERE.

SAVE THE DATES: BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE

SAVE THE DATES: WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS

UPCOMING EVENTS:

iCal USER? 

If you use iCal and would like the complete Keeping It Sacred calendar added to your calendar, click the link at the bottom of the page HERE. This way you won't miss an opportunity to connect via our LIVE activities. 

EVERY DAY

Please enjoy our 7-episode web series and podcast: People Keeping It Sacred on YouTube HERE or on your favorite podcast player (like: Spotify  Google Podcasts, Apple + Podcasts, RadioPublic, Breaker, and PocketCasts). To learn more about Jewish holidays, check out our "A bit about... the holidays" HERE. 

ONGOING: SPIRITUAL COUNSELING

Rabbi Miller is available for 1-on-1 spiritual counseling; pay what you can. Topics are based upon the participant and can include your personal theological understanding of coronavirus, spiritually making space for others in your home, the spirituality of isolation and finding your way back to sacred connection. For more information, click HERE.

EVERY THURSDAY: PRAYER CIRCLE

Join us as we gather Thursdays for a Prayer Circle. Lift up names of those who are ill, and join together for support and community. All are welcome. 10:30am PST/ 1:30pm EST/ 3:30pm Brazil time, 6:30pm London-time. Register for this program HERE. 

EVERY THURSDAY: KEEPING IT SACRED-DAF YOMI GROUP MEET-UP

Our Facebook group will host our next virtual meetup via zoom. For the link to attend this meeting Thursdays 11am PST, 2pm EST, 4pm Brazil time, 7pm London time. Register for this program HERE.  

10/11 & 10/12 THE PLAYERS: THE RABBIS OF THE TALMUD

Monday and Tuesday at 4pm PT/7pm ET, join this class to learn more about the rabbis of the Talmud and their relationships with one another as sons, fathers, teachers and students. Hillel, Akiva, Reish Lakeish, Rabbi Yohanan and more! No experience necessary. All are welcome! Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

10/13 ACCESS JUDAISM

Radical Responsibility for the World

Join us Wednesday, 10/6 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

10/17 EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER: THE JEWISH TRADITION OF MUSSAR

Compassion, Order, Equanimity

Sunday, 10/17 at 10am PT/ 1pm ET

Learn about the tradition, explore essential Jewish character qualities, and learn ways to unlock your own light in this 6-week course. We will utilize Alan Morinis' Everyday Holiness as our study text. Join us for one class, several, or all! Register at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

10/20 ACCESS JUDAISM

Demystifying Denominational Differences

Join us Wednesday, 10/6 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

10/23 RECLAIMING WOMEN'S VOICES THROUGH THE TORAH

10/23 at 9am PT/noon ET, Keeping It Sacred is proud to partner with Congregation Or Ami and other institutions of Jewish learning to bring you Rabbi Dr. Andrea L. Weiss, Provost of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion to discuss Reclaiming Women's Voices through The Torah: A Women's Commentary which she edited. Please register to reserve your spot HERE. 

10/24 EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER: THE JEWISH TRADITION OF MUSSAR

Honor, Simplicity, Enthusiasm

Sunday, 10/24 at 10am PT/ 1pm ET

Learn about the tradition, explore essential Jewish character qualities, and learn ways to unlock your own light in this 6-week course. We will utilize Alan Morinis' Everyday Holiness as our study text. Join us for one class, several, or all! Register at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

10/27 ACCESS JUDAISM

The Flavors of the Holy Books

Join us Wednesday, 10/27 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

10/29 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 10/29 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

10/31 EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER: THE JEWISH TRADITION OF MUSSAR

Silence, Generosity, Truth

Sunday, 10/31 at 10am PT/ 1pm ET

Learn about the tradition, explore essential Jewish character qualities, and learn ways to unlock your own light in this 6-week course. We will utilize Alan Morinis' Everyday Holiness as our study text. Join us for one class, several, or all! Register at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

10/31 SIGD CELEBRATION W/ THE AJOCC

Sunday 10/31, at noon PT/3pm ET, join the AJOCC (Atlanta Jews of Color Council) for a celebration of the Ancient Jewish holiday of Sigd- Naftali Aklum, an Ethiopian born world lecturer, activist and film consultant will provide with a first hand account of the history, culture and politics of the Ethiopian Jewish community from Israel. You can register for this celebration via Eventbrite HERE. 

11/3 ACCESS JUDAISM

One for Every Mood: The Jewish Holidays

Join us Wednesday, 10/27 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

11/10 ACCESS JUDAISM

Jewish Intermarriage: A History

Join us Wednesday, 11/10 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

11/14 EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER: THE JEWISH TRADITION OF MUSSAR

Moderation, Loving-Kindness, Responsibility

Sunday, 11/14 at 10am PT/ 1pm ET

Learn about the tradition, explore essential Jewish character qualities, and learn ways to unlock your own light in this 6-week course. We will utilize Alan Morinis' Everyday Holiness as our study text. Join us for one class, several, or all! Register at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

11/17 ACCESS JUDAISM

The Righteous Economic Vision of the Rabbis

Join us Wednesday, 11/10 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

11/21 EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER: THE JEWISH TRADITION OF MUSSAR

Trust, Faith Fear

Sunday, 11/21 at 10am PT/ 1pm ET

Learn about the tradition, explore essential Jewish character qualities, and learn ways to unlock your own light in this 6-week course. We will utilize Alan Morinis' Everyday Holiness as our study text. Join us for one class, several, or all! Register at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

11/24 ACCESS JUDAISM

The Kabbalistic Non-Binary God

Join us Wednesday, 11/24 at 7pm PT/10pm ET! Access Judaism is a relevant and empowering adult learning program in a fun, relaxed environment. This program features a broad spectrum of thoughtfully curated Jewish subjects in the realms of history, rituals, culture, philosophy, law, and spirituality. These interactive classes, which include post-class reflection questions, can also count towards requirements of conversion or adult b'nai mitzvah ceremonies. Register. for one class, one session, or the whole program at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

11/26 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 11/26 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

12/5 ROSH CHODESH RACIAL JUSTICE REVIEW SERIES

N**** Theory

Sunday, 12/5 at 3pm PT/6pm ET, join us as we discuss Jody Armour's powerful book, N**** Theory. The Rosh Chodesh Racial Justice Review will provide structured space to explore the nature of systemic racism from top thinkers, and help us to reflect upon the ways we participate in, and are impacted by systems of oppression. Please read N**** Theory on your own, and come ready to discuss. Register for the discussion, facilitated by Rabbi Miller, at keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

12/5 HANUKKAH CELEBRATION

12/5 at 5pm PT/8pm ET, join Rabbi Miller with musical guest Jeffrey Silverstein to celebrate Hanukkah with YOUR Keeping It Sacred Community! Together, we will celebrate the Festival of Lights. If you have a Hanukkiah/menorah at home, bring it to share the story of how it came into your life. This event is FREE and all are welcome! Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

12/31 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 12/31 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

1/9 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Unity

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/9 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Keeping Your Partner at the Center

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/16 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Reflection

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/16 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Finding a Time & Place & Officiant

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/19 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Keeping Your Partner at the Center

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/23 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Service

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/23 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Honoring Your Loved Ones in the Ceremony

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/26 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Finding a Time & Place & Officiant

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/28 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 1/28 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

1/30 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Trust

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

1/30 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Making Your Wedding Accessible

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/2 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Honoring Your Loved Ones in the Ceremony

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/6 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Ceremony Ritual Planning Workshop

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/9 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Devotion

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/9 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Making Your Wedding Accessible

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/13 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Humility

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/13 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Infusing a Sense of the Sacred into the Ceremony

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/16 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Ceremony Ritual Planning Workshop

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/20 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Repentance & Self Accounting

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/20 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Including Various Cultural Traditions

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/23 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Infusing a Sense of the Sacred into the Ceremony

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/25 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 2/25 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

2/27 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Abstinence

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

2/27 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Jumping Into Life Ahead

11:30am PT/2:30pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

3/2 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Including Various Cultural Traditions

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

3/6 BALANCING YOUR INNER LIFE: Love

Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings and explore how we might make sense of them in our lives today. Please register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

3/9 WEDDING PLANNING WORKSHOPS: Jumping Into Life Ahead

7pm PT/10pm ET You’re ready to plan a succinct but meaningful ceremony that feels authentic to your relationship and that also doesn’t alienate any of your guests. But where do you begin and how do you bring it all together?  Now is the time to take a breath as you look to plan the perfect wedding that launches your marriage into the best future possible. Register at: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1

3/25 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 8/27 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

4/29 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 8/27 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

5/27 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 5/27 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

6/24 SHABBAT SERVICES

Friday night, 6/24 at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET, give yourself the gift of space to reflect and rejuvenate with monthly shabbat services. Rabbi Miller and Jeffrey Silverstein will lead the community with Jewish thought and sacred song. Together, we will lift up anniversaries, birthdays, and honor remembrances of our loved ones. This program runs the last Friday night of every month. Please email Rabbi Miller your important dates so we know when to honor your sacred times (birthdays, anniversaries, remembrances) at rabbimiller@keepingitsacred.com. And please register here: keepingitsacred.com/upcoming-1.

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