Sindyanna
Sindyanna
Sindyanna is a women-led fair trade organization active in the Arab-Palestinian Community in Israel that works to market environmentally sustainable, fair trade olive oil and other products. Sindyanna symbolizes a unique cooperation between Arabs and Jews, striving to strengthen the economy of the Arab-Palestinian population, both in Israel and in the Occupied Territories. Sindyanna is not only a means of helping farmers and growers from the South, but also a way of showing that a solution to the Middle East conflict starts at opening real economic opportunities.
Dorshei Tzedek has a partnership with Sindyanna in which CDT members have the opportunity to make regular purchases of Sindyanna’s olive oil. In the summer of 2016 during a CDT trip to Israel, the delegation visited Sindyanna’s visitor center and got a first hand view of their work.
Bottles (750 ml) of Sindyanna’s award winning oil are available for $18. It is certified organic, fair trade and Kosher for Passover (and delicious). To learn more about Sindyanna, go to www.sindyanna.com. For questions, please contact Jonathan Rosenthal at jonathan@just-works.com.
Mon, November 18 2019
20 Cheshvan 5780
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday
Nov 19Religious School Gr. 3-6
Tuesday, Nov 19th 3:45p to 5:45p
Meets at First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, 1326 Washington St. West Newton, MA -
Wednesday
Nov 20What's Next: the Jewish Journey of the Soul
Wednesday, Nov 20th 7:30p to 9:30p
n 18th century author wrote, “’Tis impossible to be sure of any thing but Death and Taxes” (what he didn’t add is that Judaism has a lot say about both!). In this class, we will explore one of those certainties—human mortality—and the rich Jewish tradition of the soul’s journey after death. Jewish teachings about the afterlife offer powerful ways to think about our own mortality, as well as new perspectives on grief and loss. Questioning, skepticism, and general discomfort with the topic welcome! The class will be cumulative, so attendance at all four sessions, if possible, is recommended. -
Thursday
Nov 21Mindful Mornings
Thursday, Nov 21st 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
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 -
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.