Divrei Torah/Torah Talks
Divrei Torah - Rabbi Toba Spitzer
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These divrei torah have been delivered on High Holydays and on other occasions.
Rabbi Spitzer is also writing for ON Scripture – The Torah, a weekly Jewish scriptural commentary, produced in collaboration with Odyssey Networks and Hebrew College. Thought leaders from the United States and beyond offer their insights into the weekly Torah portion and contemporary social, political, and spiritual life. These writings are reproduced on our website and at the Huffington Post.
Also of interest, see Divrei Torah Pages on the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation Web site of more then 100 Reconstructionist divrei Torah available for online reading.
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Thu, November 21 2019
23 Cheshvan 5780
Upcoming Events
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Thursday
Nov 21Everyone can Drash!
Thursday, Nov 21st 7:30p to 9:00p
In this class we will explore what it means to “drash”- to explore Torah texts, develop one’s own wisdom and share it with the community. Over the course of four classes each person will develop a drash on their own or with a partner. -
Sunday
Nov 24Religious School Gr. 1-7
Sunday, Nov 24th 9:30a to 12:00p
Meets at Jewish Community Day School, 57 Stanley Avenue, Watertown, MA -
Tuesday
Nov 26Religious School Gr. 3-6
Tuesday, Nov 26th 3:45p to 5:45p
Meets at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, 1326 Washington St. West Newton, MA -
Thursday
Nov 28Thanksgiving - Office Closed
Thursday, Nov 28th (All day)
CDT office closed for Thanksgiving -
Tuesday
Dec 3Religious School Gr. 3-6
Tuesday, Dec 3rd 3:45p to 5:45p
Meets at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, 1326 Washington St. West Newton, MA -
Wednesday
Dec 4Technology Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Dec 4th 7:00p to 8:30p
December Tech Committee focus: brainstorming and categorization of how and in what parts of our lives we use tech. We will be exploring how tech functions in our personal and professional lives, as well as how this congregation might use it in the future. Come in person, dial in, or zoom in, for all or part of the meeting. All tech backgrounds and abilities welcome and encouraged to participate. -
Thursday
Dec 5Mindful Mornings
Thursday, Dec 5th 8:30a to 9:15a
This weekly gathering combines guided and silent meditation to develop our capacity for mindful awareness and to cultivate qualities of patience, gratitude, and compassion. All are welcome, whether experienced in meditation or not. The group is facilitated by CDT members with occasional participation by Rabbi Toba. No need to make a weekly commitment; join us when you’re able! (Please arrive no later than 8:30am, in order not to disrupt the session once we’ve started.) For more information, please email mindful-mornings@dorsheitzedek.org -
Thursday
Dec 5Everyone can Drash!
Thursday, Dec 5th 7:30p to 9:00p
In this class we will explore what it means to “drash”- to explore Torah texts, develop one’s own wisdom and share it with the community. Over the course of four classes each person will develop a drash on their own or with a partner. -
Friday
Dec 6Community Shabbat Potluck
Friday, Dec 6th 6:00p
If you like singing Shabbat songs, hearing (or telling) a good Jewish joke, exploring the role of chesed in a caring community, sharing the joys of raising a Jewish teen, or simply love good food and conversation with friends, there’s a dinner that’s right for you! -
Saturday
Dec 7Tot Shabbat
Shabbat, Dec 7th 10:45a to 12:00p
Tot Shabbat is a monthly Shabbat morning program, led by CDT members and educators, for children age 5 and under and their parents. Join us in celebrating Shabbat with songs, stories, crafts and other fun activities!