On (non)chosenness
Why did Mordecai M. Kaplan decide to eliminate the chosen people concept from Judaism when he reconstructed Judaism as an evolving religious civilization, what was the response at the time (1945), and what are the implications for us today if we accept Kaplan’s rejection of chosenness? Deborah Dash-Moore will lead a discussion of this historical and timely topic.
September 25, 2:15-3:30pm
Safe space
We will once again offer a room for people who want to share what is coming up for them on Yom Kippur this year. Done 12-step style (an uninterrupted time to share with minimal feedback offered), we ask only that you plan to arrive on time, stay for the whole time, and respect confidentiality. Deb K. has led this event in the past, but is open to someone else leading instead or co-leading with her.
September 25, 2:15-3:30pm
A modern telling of the book of Jonah:
Rav Gabrielle will introduce us to a short play, Jonah: A Dramatic Midrash, by Mark Nazimova, that can be performed as a “table reading” – i.e., no props, unless someone has a giant whale belly to contribute! We will use the reading as a point of departure for discussion. WE WOULD STILL LIKE SOMEONE TO FACILITATE THIS WORKSHOP; no directorial experience is required.
September 25, 3:45-5:15pm
Singing Together
Members of the Davening Team will be at hand to sing us through the afternoon. Join when you are able to sing together. This group will meet outside if weather permits.
September 25, 3:45-5:15pm
