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Who We Are
Dorshei Tzedek is a dynamic and growing Reconstructionist congregation in West Newton, Massachusetts, with over 260 member households. We are dedicated to Jewish learning and to ethical Jewish living in the modern world. Our Reconstructionist educational program is committed to making Judaism relevant and meaningful for children as well as adults. Our community includes people from a wide variety of Jewish backgrounds, as well as interfaith families and people with little or no previous Jewish learning or experience. We embrace one another’s unique points of view. Our membership includes families, couples, and singles of all ages, Jews by birth and Jews by choice (or still choosing). We value and include everyone regardless of age, marital status, race, ability, income level, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Congregation Dorshei Tzedek supports Black Lives
CDT is committed to the movement for Black lives and has joined over 600 Jewish organizations in signing THIS LETTER - saying with one voice that the best way we can fight back is with unity.
Join us for services! Clicking on the link in the calendar listing of the specific morning to Zoom in
Tue, February 7 2023
16 Shevat 5783
View the recording of CDT's 30th Anniversary Gala and the slideshow!
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Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2023Tuesday Religious School
Tuesday, Feb 7th 4:00p to 6:00p
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2023Mindful Mornings
Thursday, Feb 9th 8:30a to 9:15a
This twice-weekly gathering combines guided and silent meditation to develop our capacity for mindful awareness and to cultivate qualities of patience, gratitude, and compassion. -
Thursday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2023Kulam: 8th Grade Program
Thursday, Feb 9th 6:00p to 8:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2023Shabbat Morning Torah Study with Rabbi Toba
Shabbat, Feb 11th 9:00a to 9:45a
Join Rabbi Toba for an exploration of the weekly Torah portion, using commentaries both ancient and new. No Torah study experience required! -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2023Shabbat Morning Services with Hagbah Training
Shabbat, Feb 11th 10:00a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2023Shabbat Learner's Minyan
Shabbat, Feb 11th 10:00a to 12:00p
Join Akiva Nelson, CDT’s Rabbinic Intern, for the upcoming Learner’s Minyan, where we will explore the meaning, history, choreography, and structure of the Shabbat morning prayer service. This is a 4-week course, from 10-12 p.m. on Saturday mornings (Jan. 21st, 28th, Feb. 4th, and 11th @ 2nd Church). -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2023Film Club Discussion: "Life, Animated"
Motzei Shabbat, Feb 11th 8:00p to 9:00p
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2023Sunday Religious School
Sunday, Feb 12th 9:30a to 12:00p
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2023Nitzanim Sunday Religious School
Sunday, Feb 12th 9:30a to 12:00p
9:30-10:30 am with grown ups; 10:30am-12:00 pm childcare -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2023Parent Cafe Affinity Space: Parents and Caregivers of GIaNTs with Jacob Weinberg and Shawn Bact
Sunday, Feb 12th 11:00a to 12:00p
Open to all adults caring for trans, nonbinary, and questioning children!
Reconstructing Judaism is the central organization of the Reconstructionist movement.
Dorshei Tzedek is affiliated with the Synagogue Council of Massachusetts.
Dorshei Tzedek is a partner in the the Ruderman Family Foundation Synagogue Inclusion Project, a joint project between CJP and the Foundation.