Selichot: The Gateway to the Days of Awe

We usually think of the High Holy Days as being the period of time from Rosh Hashanah through the end of Yom Kippur – the Ten Days of Repentance. But in fact the season of the High Holy Days begins a full month earlier, with the New Month of Elul. … READ MORE

Introduction to Judaism:  An Exploration for Curious Adults

Join this 20-session introduction to Jewish life, thought and practice.  The curriculum is designed to give you access to concepts, vocabulary and observances that are central to Judaism.  Explore the holy and the historical, inherited texts and contemporary issues, rhythms of the calendar and of our lives in this seminar-style … READ MORE

S’lichot – the Gateway to the Days of Awe

We usually think of the High Holy Days as being the period of time from Rosh Hashanah through the end of Yom Kippur – the Ten Days of Awe.  But in fact the season of the High Holy Days begins a full month earlier, with the New Month of Elul.  … READ MORE