Let me share with you one of the most powerful Jewish stories I have ever heard:

There was once a community campaign to build the most beautiful synagogue building in all of the land. The architects were instructed to spare no expense to design and build the stunning space under the advisement of the rabbi. On the day of the grand opening of the space, the entire community gathered in front of the massive building. The giant scissors cut the red ribbon on the front doors, the community was invited inside. But there, they found that it was dark. Could it be that somehow this perfect structure was built without illumination?

Just as the disappointed chatter and anxiety of the community rose, the rabbi clapped twice, and the community fell silent. "My people, the culpability for the lack of wall sconces falls squarely on my shoulders," he said. "I wanted to make sure that you always know that a building is not what makes a community. It is only the light that each of you bring with your presence that lights this place up! So, go home and return here bringing your lanterns, and let's bask in the glow of one another's light-- for that is what truly makes a community!" And, so they did, the lesson was learned. 

When we began Keeping It Sacred in October 2019, we did so with this principle in mind-- that a building wasn't the defining feature of community. It never was. Rather, the strength of community is evident when many people bring, and share, their illuminating light. 

And, all along and especially in the last two months, that is exactly what you have done. What a joy it is to regularly study sacred texts with folks in the US, Brazil, the UK, Mauritius, South Africa, Sweden, and Hong Kong, all at the same time. (Yes- the map above reflects our current KITS community membership). And our global community continues to grow every passing week.

We are not only geographically diverse, but also diverse in terms of ethnicity, gender, generation, sexual orientation, interests, and spiritual path. 

Each of you, the members of the KITS community, have continued to bring your unique perspectives and have generously shared them with open and authentic hearts. And, we have each been enlightened through the experience of learning from one another's Torah-- each person's illuminating teachings-- from our diverse life experiences. 

Our community is flourishing from the light that each person is bringing. When we celebrate the 8th night of Hanukkah with a full menorah early next month, we will celebrate as the flourishing global community that we are. Please register HERE and SAVE the DATE to join in the season of light!

Together, we are #keepingitsacred...

Rabbi Heather Miller, 

Founder, Keeping It Sacred

8TH NIGHT OF  HANUKKAH WITH THE KITS COMMUNITY

Please register to 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.

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 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:

MAZAL TOV!

After 22 years as a Biology faculty member (and also alumna) at Loyola Marymount University, Dr. Martina Giselle Ramirez recently signed a contract to become the new Dean of the Division of Natural Sciences at St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI (a suburb of Green Bay), with a start date of January 2022.  She will thus become the first woman, person of color, and LGBTQ+ individual to serve as Natural Sciences dean in St. Norbert’s 123 year history.  As dean, Dr. Ramirez will be the leader of 31 faculty and 473 students occupying the 160,000 sq. foot Gehl-Mulva Science Center, which opened in May 2015. The entire Keeping It Sacred community congratulates Dr. Ramirez on this achievement with a hearty Mazal Tov! And please stay tuned for Rabbi Miller's interview of Dr. Martinez out soon on the upcoming SECOND SEASON of People Keeping It Sacred.

PROFESSOR HELEN KIM ON THE HASHIVEINU PODCAST

Professor Helen Kim, featured on our People Keeping It Sacred Season 1 episode 4, was recently featured on the podcast Hashiveinu. There, she shares with hosts Rabbi Sandra Lawson and Rabbi Deborah Waxman, among other things, about the importance of the textual material culture of Judaism and exploring that with Rabbi Miller. Listen 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 26 different states and 7 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 register HERE. Also, DM Rabbi Miller on Facebook HERE to be added to the closed, secret group where we question and discuss. And look for us on Instagram daily HERE.

INTERFAITH SOLIDARITY NETWORK

Join the Interfaith Solidarity Network, which Keeping It Sacred proud to be affiliated with, for an interfaith exploration of Building Peace Sunday, November 21 at 4pm PT. Please RSVP at www.interfiathsolidaritynetwork.org. 

THE LONGEST NIGHT

Last year over 325 lives were lost on the streets of Orange County, and this number only continues to increase.  In fact, the LA Times, in an article on Orange County homelessness  this past week, reported that homeless deaths in Orange County has already hit 321 - view it HERE.  That includes people of all ages and of every gender. 

Each December 21st—- the longest night of the year and the day that has become known as National Homeless Persons Memorial Day—- faith leaders, concerned citizens, and advocates for the homeless come together to remember and honor those who have died during the year. Because of Covid, the Orange County memorial will be videotaped and aired on YouTube at 7pm on that evening. Please stay tuned as more information will be shared in this newsletter. Together may we bring dignity to those who have died on the streets.

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.  

11/3 ACCESS JUDAISM

One for Every Mood: The Jewish Holidays

Join us Wednesday, 11/3 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, 11/17 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

11/21 INTERFAITH SOLIDARITY NETWORK BUILDING PEACE

Sunday ,11/21 at 4pm PT/7pm ET, join the Interfaith Solidarity Network, which Keeping It Sacred proud to be affiliated with, for an interfaith exploration of Building Peace. Please RSVP at www.interfiathsolidaritynetwork.org. 

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

12/21 THE LONGEST NIGHT

12/21 at 7pm PT/10pm ET, join local communities from Orange County, CA in a remembrance services for those who have died on the streets of Orange County this year. The number is rising and we gather to memorialize on the longest night of the year, the winter solstice. This event will be available on YouTube; stay tuned for the address to login.

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

Sunday, 1/9 at 10am PT/1pm ET, 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

Sunday, 1/9 at 10am PT/1pm ET, 1/16, 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

Sunday, 1/23 at 10am PT/1pm ET, 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

Sunday, 1/30 at 10am PT/1pm ET, 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

Sunday, 2/9 at 10am PT/1pm ET, Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings & 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

Sunday, 2/13 at 10am PT/1pm ET, Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings & 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

Sunday, 2/20 at 10am PT/1pm ET, Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings & 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

Sunday, 1/23 at 10am PT/1pm ET, Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings & 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

Sunday, 3/6 at 10am PT/1pm ET, Jewish tradition houses some of the most beautiful teachings on character qualities. We will take time each week to study teachings & 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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