MOCA
MOCA you ask? What is MOCA you wonder? MOCA is the official name of our new initiative to engage our older members with each other and the congregation through a variety of programming, participation, and sharing. MOCA also refers to our older demographic itself. Okay, but what does the acronym MOCA stand for? It stands for Members of a Certain Age. We love the name because it’s a bit mysterious and whimsical. It is also inclusive of anyone who wants to be included, whatever their age. Our members are enthusiastic and hope to bring a new energy to the congregation and new ways to fulfill our lives in a Jewish context. MOCA events are publicized on CDT-ANNOUNCE and in the newsletter. In addition, to provide an easy way for MOCAs to communicate with each other, whether it be to share a Shabbat dinner or to attend a local cultural event, MOCA has its own email list.
Tue, January 21 2020
24 Tevet 5780
Upcoming Events
All Events
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Tuesday ,
Jan 21 , 2020Religious School Gr. 3-6
Tuesday, Jan 21st 3:45p to 5:45p
Meets at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, 1326 Washington St. West Newton, MA -
Tuesday ,
Jan 21 , 2020GBIO Liaison Meeting
Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 9:00p
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Thursday ,
Jan 23 , 2020Mindful Mornings
Thursday, Jan 23rd 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 -
Saturday ,
Jan 25 , 2020Shabbat Morning Services with Dr. Lawrence Rosenwald
Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:45a to 12:00p
Join us for musical, participatory services, followed followed by a kiddush lunch. Childcare is available from 10am-12:15pm. All are welcome. -
Saturday ,
Jan 25 , 2020"1619" Project Discussion with Understanding Racism Group
Shabbat, Jan 25th 12:45p to 2:30p
CDT's Understanding Racism group invites all CDT members to a discussion of the NY Times "1619 Project" essays on Capitalism and Universal Health Care. Please join us for an interesting exploration of this important history. NB: Reading the essays beforehand is helpful but not required to attend this post-Kiddush gathering. Newcomers welcome! Links to readings: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/08/14/magazine/slavery-capitalism.html https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/08/14/magazine/universal-health-care-racism.html -
Sunday ,
Jan 26 , 2020Religious School Gr. 1-7
Sunday, Jan 26th 9:30a to 12:00p
Meets at Jewish Community Day School, 57 Stanley Avenue, Watertown, MA -
Sunday ,
Jan 26 , 2020Parenting Through a Jewish Lens
Sunday, Jan 26th 10:15a to 11:45a
For parents of children ages 0-9, this six-session program offers support, encouragement, and connection as you explore parenting through the Jewish tradition. -
Tuesday ,
Jan 28 , 2020Religious School Gr. 3-6
Tuesday, Jan 28th 3:45p to 5:45p
Meets at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, 1326 Washington St. West Newton, MA -
Wednesday ,
Jan 29 , 2020IPPeace Study Group: Beyond the Green Line: The Territories Since 1967. Session I.
Wednesday, Jan 29th 7:30p
Our topic for 2020 is “Beyond the Green Line: The Territories Since 1967.” The first of our three sessions focuses on “‘Facts on the Ground’: Israel/Palestine in Time and Space.” This session will familiarize us with the chronology of events in the West Bank and Gaza from 1967 to the present and will explore, through maps and short readings, the ways in which these territories are organized, administrated, and populated. We will also look at key terms and controversies in naming and discussing the places and events “beyond the Green Line.” The study series is open to all members of CDT. Our goal is to foster learning and understanding in an environment where we can explore different viewpoints within an open and respectful learning community. Materials for the first session will be posted by January 8, but you are welcome to attend whether or not you have completed the readings. For further information, please contact any member of the ippeace steering committee: Louise Enoch, Elaine Landes, Sue Lanser, Ruth Paris, Jonathan Rosenthal. -
Thursday ,
Jan 30 , 2020Mindful Mornings
Thursday, Jan 30th 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
Tue, January 21 2020 24 Tevet 5780