{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Hashivenu","home_page_url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm","feed_url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/json","description":"_Hashivenu_ is a podcast about Jewish teachings and practice around resilience. Cultivating resilience in challenging times, both individually and collectively, is an essential path to personal renewal. \r\n\r\nSupport Hashivenu\r\n\r\nFind out more about the show at [About](https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/about), and learn about our theme song at [Theme Song](https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/theme-song).\r\n\r\nSubscribe by Email\r\n\r\n---\r\n\r\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at [ReconstructingJudaism.org](https://ReconstructingJudaism.org)\r\n\r\n","_fireside":{"subtitle":"Jewish teachings on resilience","pubdate":"2024-12-04T06:00:00.000-05:00","explicit":false,"copyright":"2025 by Reconstructing Judaism","owner":"Reconstructing Judaism","image":"https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/1/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/cover.jpg?v=1"},"items":[{"id":"890d6c36-f08e-4005-b603-840680bb66f0","title":"Reconstructionist Values, Covenantal Community and War in the Middle East","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/602","content_text":"In preparation for Reconstructing Judaism’s December 15 movement-wide virtual convening, Rabbi Elliott Tepperman and Rabbi Rachel Weiss join Rabbi Deborah Waxman for a deeply thoughtful and nuanced conversation about the difficult and rewarding work of maintaining unity within Jewish communities that sometimes have diverse views on Israel and Palestine and the War in Gaza. Their reflections on how to cultivate spaces of growth, respect and accountability within the synagogue offer a blueprint for creating Jewish communities that are there for us during moments of joy and celebration as well as times of mourning and crisis.    \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guests: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman and Rabbi Rachel Weiss.Links:Learn more about and register for Reconstructing Judaism's 12/15 eventReconstructing Judaism’s Convention, B’Yachad, is coming to Philadelphia in 2026Read JRC's Covenant of SpeechClip from 2022 Convention: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman on creating a community of belonging that includes people even when they step out of lineWatch the full \"Creating Inclusive Community\" panel from Reconstructing Judaism's 2022 ConventionHow Rabbi Rachel Weiss and the JRC approach talking about Israel and Palestine in their communityRabbi Elliott Tepperman: Bringing a Community-Organizing Model to the PulpitExplore Evolve's essays about Israel and PalestineFrom Evolve: A Septet of Diverse Reflections on the Year Since October 7New from Ritualwell, \"A Jerusalem Afternoon in Wartime\" by Haviva Ner-DavidExplore these poems, prayers and resources from Ritualwell that address communal tragedy.  — \"When one of us hurts, others are there to offer comfort...\"  ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn preparation for\u003ca href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/event/all-of-the-people-israel-are-responsible-for-one-another-reconstructionist-values-that-shape-our-relationships-with-israelis-and-palestinians/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e Reconstructing Judaism’s December 15 movement-wide virtual convening\u003c/a\u003e, Rabbi Elliott Tepperman and Rabbi Rachel Weiss join Rabbi Deborah Waxman for a deeply thoughtful and nuanced conversation about the difficult and rewarding work of maintaining unity within Jewish communities that sometimes have diverse views on Israel and Palestine and the War in Gaza. Their reflections on how to cultivate spaces of growth, respect and accountability within the synagogue offer a blueprint for creating Jewish communities that are there for us during moments of joy and celebration as well as times of mourning and crisis.    \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman and Rabbi Rachel Weiss.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Learn more about and register for Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s 12/15 event\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/event/all-of-the-people-israel-are-responsible-for-one-another-reconstructionist-values-that-shape-our-relationships-with-israelis-and-palestinians/\"\u003eLearn more about and register for Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s 12/15 event\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism’s Convention, B’Yachad, is coming to Philadelphia in 2026\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/event/byachad/\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism’s Convention, B’Yachad, is coming to Philadelphia in 2026\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Read JRC\u0026#39;s Covenant of Speech\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jrctogether.org/about-us/board-of-directors/jrc-covenant-of-speech/\"\u003eRead JRC\u0026#39;s Covenant of Speech\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Clip from 2022 Convention: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman on creating a community of belonging that includes people even when they step out of line\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://youtu.be/t-rrgjnWkgM\"\u003eClip from 2022 Convention: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman on creating a community of belonging that includes people even when they step out of line\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Watch the full \u0026quot;Creating Inclusive Community\u0026quot; panel from Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s 2022 Convention\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/live/JUa9VD-aPu8?feature=shared\"\u003eWatch the full \u0026quot;Creating Inclusive Community\u0026quot; panel from Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s 2022 Convention\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"How Rabbi Rachel Weiss and the JRC approach talking about Israel and Palestine in their community\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/talking-about-israel-during-wartime-heres-one-reconstructionist-model/\"\u003eHow Rabbi Rachel Weiss and the JRC approach talking about Israel and Palestine in their community\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Elliott Tepperman: Bringing a Community-Organizing Model to the Pulpit\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/rabbi-elliott-tepperman-bringing-community-organizing-model-pulpit/\"\u003eRabbi Elliott Tepperman: Bringing a Community-Organizing Model to the Pulpit\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore Evolve\u0026#39;s essays about Israel and Palestine\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/category/israel-palestine/\"\u003eExplore Evolve\u0026#39;s essays about Israel and Palestine\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"From Evolve: A Septet of Diverse Reflections on the Year Since October 7\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/october-7/\"\u003eFrom Evolve: A Septet of Diverse Reflections on the Year Since October 7\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"New from Ritualwell, \u0026quot;A Jerusalem Afternoon in Wartime\u0026quot; by Haviva Ner-David\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/ritual/a-jerusalem-afternoon-in-wartime/\"\u003eNew from Ritualwell, \u0026quot;A Jerusalem Afternoon in Wartime\u0026quot; by Haviva Ner-David\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore these poems, prayers and resources from Ritualwell that address communal tragedy. \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/topic/communal-tragedy/\"\u003eExplore these poems, prayers and resources from Ritualwell that address communal tragedy. \u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; \"When one of us hurts, others are there to offer comfort...\"  \u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Elliott Tepperman and Rabbi Rachel Weiss join Rabbi Deborah Waxman for a deeply thoughtful and nuanced conversation about the difficult and rewarding work of maintaining unity within Jewish communities that sometimes have diverse views on Israel and Palestine and the War in Gaza.","date_published":"2024-12-04T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/890d6c36-f08e-4005-b603-840680bb66f0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":51178010,"duration_in_seconds":3188}]},{"id":"d3fdc52a-242c-4cfc-8197-c3ef4bddd326","title":"Building Covenantal Community in the New Year and Beyond","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/601","content_text":"With the High Holiday season underway, Deborah welcomes Justin Rosen Smolen, Reconstructing Judaism's Vice President for Thriving Communities and Partnerships, for a wide-ranging conversation about covenantal community. They explore how the idea of covenant, from biblical narratives to contemporary community-building, emphasizes relationships, mutual responsibility and interdependence. They consider how liberal religion can help address societal issues like loneliness and division, and advocate for conversations that build inclusive, thriving communities. Later, Deborah and Justin explore a Reconstructionist understanding of covenant, emphasizing the importance of shared values and intergenerational dialogue, and recognizing that while diverse perspectives may create tension, they also provide opportunities for growth and deeper understanding within the community.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Justin Rosen Smolen.Links:Watch Deborah's High Holiday teaching on covenantal communityHigh Holiday resources from Reconstructing JudaismExplore High Holiday prayers and poems on RitualwellRead Deborah in the Times of Israel: As Reconstructionists, Our Litmus Test is Centering Relationships Over PoliticsRead Deborah's latest Evolve piece, \"A Jewish Embrace of Democracy: Early Reconstructionist Judaism and America’s Promise\"Support Reconstructing Judaism with a donation of $36","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWith the High Holiday season underway, Deborah welcomes Justin Rosen Smolen, Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s Vice President for Thriving Communities and Partnerships, for a wide-ranging conversation about covenantal community. They explore how the idea of covenant, from biblical narratives to contemporary community-building, emphasizes relationships, mutual responsibility and interdependence. They consider how liberal religion can help address societal issues like loneliness and division, and advocate for conversations that build inclusive, thriving communities. Later, Deborah and Justin explore a Reconstructionist understanding of covenant, emphasizing the importance of shared values and intergenerational dialogue, and recognizing that while diverse perspectives may create tension, they also provide opportunities for growth and deeper understanding within the community.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Justin Rosen Smolen.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Watch Deborah\u0026#39;s High Holiday teaching on covenantal community\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/jewish-time-shabbat-and-holidays/high-holidays/?goal=0_86482ec089-c805a02490-62504661\u0026amp;mc_cid=c805a02490\u0026amp;mc_eid=ab67fa27ed#deborahmessage\"\u003eWatch Deborah\u0026#39;s High Holiday teaching on covenantal community\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"High Holiday resources from Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/jewish-time-shabbat-and-holidays/high-holidays/\"\u003eHigh Holiday resources from Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore High Holiday prayers and poems on Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/topic/high-holidays/\"\u003eExplore High Holiday prayers and poems on Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Read Deborah in the Times of Israel: As Reconstructionists, Our Litmus Test is Centering Relationships Over Politics\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/as-reconstructionists-our-litmus-test-is-centering-relationships-over-politics/\"\u003eRead Deborah in the Times of Israel: As Reconstructionists, Our Litmus Test is Centering Relationships Over Politics\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Read Deborah\u0026#39;s latest Evolve piece, \u0026quot;A Jewish Embrace of Democracy: Early Reconstructionist Judaism and America’s Promise\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/a-jewish-embrace-of-democracy-early-reconstructionist-judaism-and-americas-promise/\"\u003eRead Deborah\u0026#39;s latest Evolve piece, \u0026quot;A Jewish Embrace of Democracy: Early Reconstructionist Judaism and America’s Promise\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Support Reconstructing Judaism with a donation of $36\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/support/\"\u003eSupport Reconstructing Judaism with a donation of $36\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"With the High Holiday season underway, Deborah welcomes Justin Rosen Smolen, Reconstructing Judaism's Vice President for Thriving Communities and Partnerships, for a wide-ranging conversation about covenantal community. ","date_published":"2024-10-10T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/d3fdc52a-242c-4cfc-8197-c3ef4bddd326.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42834629,"duration_in_seconds":2673}]},{"id":"f1066829-ffda-4346-b855-d3eef20c8c08","title":"Rabbi Elyse Wechterman, CEO of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/504","content_text":"Rabbi Elyse Wechterman recently announced that she will step down from her position as CEO of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association (RRA) in June after leading the organization for the past nine years. Elyse stops by Deborah’s office to look back on her tenure and look ahead to what’s next. The two longtime colleagues commiserate over the day-to-day realities of leading an organization, including a friendly debate over the pros and cons of “zeroing out” one’s email inbox (4:54). Elyse explains how being willing to let some things go in order to focus on what’s important has helped her decision making as a leader (9:21). Elyse reflects on how the RRA has changed over the last nine years and on the accomplishments she’s most proud of, such as increased collaboration amongst rabbinical associations (15:30). Deborah and Elyse discuss the nature of change and how although it can be scary, it is often a positive (26:22). Finally, Elyse shares her favorite verse from the Talmud and why it’s resonating with her as she approaches this transition (34:00). \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Elyse Wechterman.Links:Stay up on the latest from Reconstructing Judaism by signing up for our weekly Virtual Shabbat Box emailWatch the panel disccussion, \"Democracy and Judaism: Does one need the other to thrive?\" Listen to Elyse's recent appearance on the Evolve podcastLearn more about the RRAFrom the NY Times, \"Happy 20th Anniversary, Gmail. I’m Sorry I’m Leaving You\"PIVOT! PIVOT!","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eRabbi Elyse Wechterman recently announced that she will step down from her position as CEO of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association (RRA) in June after leading the organization for the past nine years. Elyse stops by Deborah’s office to look back on her tenure and look ahead to what’s next. The two longtime colleagues commiserate over the day-to-day realities of leading an organization, including a friendly debate over the pros and cons of “zeroing out” one’s email inbox (4:54). Elyse explains how being willing to let some things go in order to focus on what’s important has helped her decision making as a leader (9:21). Elyse reflects on how the RRA has changed over the last nine years and on the accomplishments she’s most proud of, such as increased collaboration amongst rabbinical associations (15:30). Deborah and Elyse discuss the nature of change and how although it can be scary, it is often a positive (26:22). Finally, Elyse shares her favorite verse from the Talmud and why it’s resonating with her as she approaches this transition (34:00). \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Elyse Wechterman.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Stay up on the latest from Reconstructing Judaism by signing up for our weekly Virtual Shabbat Box email\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/shabbat-box/#vsb-signup\"\u003eStay up on the latest from Reconstructing Judaism by signing up for our weekly Virtual Shabbat Box email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Watch the panel disccussion, \u0026quot;Democracy and Judaism: Does one need the other to thrive?\u0026quot; \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://vimeo.com/930251968\"\u003eWatch the panel disccussion, \u0026quot;Democracy and Judaism: Does one need the other to thrive?\u0026quot; \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Listen to Elyse\u0026#39;s recent appearance on the Evolve podcast\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.fireside.fm/50\"\u003eListen to Elyse\u0026#39;s recent appearance on the Evolve podcast\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Learn more about the RRA\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://therra.org/\"\u003eLearn more about the RRA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"From the NY Times, \u0026quot;Happy 20th Anniversary, Gmail. I’m Sorry I’m Leaving You\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/07/opinion/gmail-email-digital-shame.html\"\u003eFrom the NY Times, \u0026quot;Happy 20th Anniversary, Gmail. I’m Sorry I’m Leaving You\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"PIVOT! PIVOT!\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://youtu.be/8w3wmQAMoxQ?si=T8dUVgZOzFkZ3M3m\u0026amp;t=59\"\u003ePIVOT! PIVOT!\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Earlier this year, Rabbi Elyse Wechterman announced that she will step down from her position as CEO of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association (RRA) in June after leading the organization for the past nine years. Elyse stops by Deborah’s office to look back on her tenure and look ahead to what’s next.","date_published":"2024-05-16T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/f1066829-ffda-4346-b855-d3eef20c8c08.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37303049,"duration_in_seconds":2325}]},{"id":"a2c53986-1fa8-4037-8179-4ac1fa30edc1","title":"Cheryl Cook, CEO of Avodah","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/503","content_text":"Rabbi Deborah Waxman welcomes Cheryl Cook, CEO of Avodah, for a wide-ranging conversation. The two longtime friends and hevrutah partners recall their early conversations about Israel and Palestine (3:00). They discuss the nature of leadership in general as well as their own perspectives as women in leadership (10:10). They touch on the importance of resilience in how they have been able to navigate the turbulence of the last 10 years (12:10). Cheryl lays out the mission and work of Avodah (16:30). Later, Cheryl asks Deborah to reflect on the role of gender in leadership and Deborah shares how her feminist ideals shape her approach (18:15). Cheryl talks about stepping into the role of CEO in 2015 as a mother of young children and how she is making the effort to model a different kind leadership for other women (23:00). They close by looking ahead to future generations of leaders that they hope will include not only women, but Jews of Color and people from underrepresented groups as well (33:03). At the start of the show, Deborah catches us up on all things Hashivenu and previews her upcoming 10th anniversary celebratory event “When Women Lead\" (happening Wednesday, April 3rd at 7pm EDT). You can find ticket information here. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Cheryl Cook.Links:Get tickets to Deborah's 10th anniversary virtual event, \"When Women Lead\"Stay up on the latest from Reconstructing Judaism by signing up for our weekly Virtual Shabbat Box emailAvodah: Sparking Jewish Leaders, Igniting Social ChangeLearn more about Avodah's Jewish Service CorpsFrom The Forge: \"Building Resilient Organizations\" by Maurice Mitchell","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eRabbi Deborah Waxman welcomes Cheryl Cook, CEO of Avodah, for a wide-ranging conversation. The two longtime friends and hevrutah partners recall their early conversations about Israel and Palestine (3:00). They discuss the nature of leadership in general as well as their own perspectives as women in leadership (10:10). They touch on the importance of resilience in how they have been able to navigate the turbulence of the last 10 years (12:10). Cheryl lays out the mission and work of Avodah (16:30). Later, Cheryl asks Deborah to reflect on the role of gender in leadership and Deborah shares how her feminist ideals shape her approach (18:15). Cheryl talks about stepping into the role of CEO in 2015 as a mother of young children and how she is making the effort to model a different kind leadership for other women (23:00). They close by looking ahead to future generations of leaders that they hope will include not only women, but Jews of Color and people from underrepresented groups as well (33:03). At the start of the show, Deborah catches us up on all things Hashivenu and previews her upcoming 10th anniversary celebratory event “When Women Lead\u0026quot; (happening Wednesday, April 3rd at 7pm EDT). \u003ca href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/when-jewish-women-lead-activating-people-possibilities-through-turbulent-times/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eYou can find ticket information here. \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Cheryl Cook.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Get tickets to Deborah\u0026#39;s 10th anniversary virtual event, \u0026quot;When Women Lead\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/when-jewish-women-lead-activating-people-possibilities-through-turbulent-times/\"\u003eGet tickets to Deborah\u0026#39;s 10th anniversary virtual event, \u0026quot;When Women Lead\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Stay up on the latest from Reconstructing Judaism by signing up for our weekly Virtual Shabbat Box email\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/shabbat-box/#vsb-signup\"\u003eStay up on the latest from Reconstructing Judaism by signing up for our weekly Virtual Shabbat Box email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Avodah: Sparking Jewish Leaders, Igniting Social Change\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://avodah.net/\"\u003eAvodah: Sparking Jewish Leaders, Igniting Social Change\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Learn more about Avodah\u0026#39;s Jewish Service Corps\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://avodah.net/what-we-do/jewish-service-corps/\"\u003eLearn more about Avodah\u0026#39;s Jewish Service Corps\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"From The Forge: \u0026quot;Building Resilient Organizations\u0026quot; by Maurice Mitchell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://forgeorganizing.org/article/building-resilient-organizations\"\u003eFrom The Forge: \u0026quot;Building Resilient Organizations\u0026quot; by Maurice Mitchell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Deborah Waxman welcomes Cheryl Cook, CEO of Avodah, for a wide-ranging conversation about women in leadership, justice work, allyship, parenthood and more.","date_published":"2024-03-28T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/a2c53986-1fa8-4037-8179-4ac1fa30edc1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37452218,"duration_in_seconds":2335}]},{"id":"4677033b-a786-4ea3-9883-75dfd77e60e7","title":"How to become our fullest, most expressive selves? Practice, practice, practice  ","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/502","content_text":"Weeks ago, Rabbi Deborah Waxman and founder Yoshi Silverstein scheduled this discussion about embodied Jewish practice and antiracism. Did it make any sense to have this conversation in the wake of Hamas’ Oct. 7 massacre of Israeli civilians and hostage taking, the subsequent and unfolding war and its tremendous toll on Palestinian civilians? After pausing to consider, they decided that such a conversation is more important than ever, both to themselves and listeners. Silverstein, founder and director of the Mitsui Collective, explains that in difficult times like these, embodiment practices can help us understand and name the extent to which strong emotions are having an impact on us. Awareness and practice are key to being able to respond to stressful stimuli in a healthy way. He outlines several simple practices that can help, including orienting and box breathing, and quotes Viktor Frankl, the psychotherapist and Holocaust survivor whose writing deeply informs how humans understand trauma. \"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.\"\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Yoshi Silverstein.Links:Deborah teaches box breathing techniqueLearn more about Mitsui CollectiveRitualwell resources speaking to the current momentExplore groundbreaking essays on EvolveReconstructing Judaism on the web","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWeeks ago, Rabbi Deborah Waxman and founder Yoshi Silverstein scheduled this discussion about embodied Jewish practice and antiracism. Did it make any sense to have this conversation in the wake of Hamas’ Oct. 7 massacre of Israeli civilians and hostage taking, the subsequent and unfolding war and its tremendous toll on Palestinian civilians? After pausing to consider, they decided that such a conversation is more important than ever, both to themselves and listeners. Silverstein, founder and director of the Mitsui Collective, explains that in difficult times like these, embodiment practices can help us understand and name the extent to which strong emotions are having an impact on us. Awareness and practice are key to being able to respond to stressful stimuli in a healthy way. He outlines several simple practices that can help, including orienting and box breathing, and quotes Viktor Frankl, the psychotherapist and Holocaust survivor whose writing deeply informs how humans understand trauma. \u0026quot;Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.\u0026quot;\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Yoshi Silverstein.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Deborah teaches box breathing technique\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/34\"\u003eDeborah teaches box breathing technique\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Learn more about Mitsui Collective\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://mitsuicollective.org/\"\u003eLearn more about Mitsui Collective\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell resources speaking to the current moment\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/topic/communal-tragedy/\"\u003eRitualwell resources speaking to the current moment\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore groundbreaking essays on Evolve\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/\"\u003eExplore groundbreaking essays on Evolve\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism on the web\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism on the web\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Yoshi Silverstein, founder and director of the Mitsui Collective, explains that in difficult times like these, embodiment practices can help us understand and name the extent to which strong emotions are having an impact on us. The key to being able to respond to stressful stimuli in a healthy way? Awareness and practice, practice practice. ","date_published":"2023-10-24T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/4677033b-a786-4ea3-9883-75dfd77e60e7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57332463,"duration_in_seconds":3574}]},{"id":"7a78e5b7-c012-4b19-8b6e-efbde618e54c","title":"Yom Kippur: A Celebration of Collective Release ","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/501","content_text":"In ancient times on Yom Kippur, the high priest of Israel presided over an elaborate, mystical service atop the Temple Mount. Today, many traditional synagogues recount this ritual with the avodah service. In this episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., speaks with Rabbi Vivie Mayer about what the avodah service — which they acknowledge is mainly attended by the “die-hards” — can teach us today. “What Yom Kippur is really enacting and celebrating is collective release,” Mayer says. The two discuss what it means to move from the most intense, holy day of the year to the mundane business of daily life and how to bring insights from the former to the later. They delve into the differences between individual and collective atonement and responsibility; wondering about the collective release and catharsis offered by practices of the Second Temple era. They also lift up a contemporary Israeli song, “Seder Ha'Avodah” by Ishay Ribo.  \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Vivie Mayer.Links:Listen to \"Seder Ha'Avodah\" by Ishay Ribo and follow along with the English translation Rabbi Deborah Waxman's High Holiday Video Teaching exploring the avodah serviceExplore Reconstructing Judaism's High Holiday ResourcesHigh Holiday Resources on Ritualwell From Evolve: \"Breaking Open: A Paradigm for Jewish Prayer\" by Rabbi Nathan Kamesar ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn ancient times on Yom Kippur, the high priest of Israel presided over an elaborate, mystical service atop the Temple Mount. Today, many traditional synagogues recount this ritual with the \u003cem\u003eavodah\u003c/em\u003e service. In this episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., speaks with Rabbi Vivie Mayer about what the \u003cem\u003eavodah\u003c/em\u003e service — which they acknowledge is mainly attended by the “die-hards” — can teach us today. “What Yom Kippur is really enacting and celebrating is collective release,” Mayer says. The two discuss what it means to move from the most intense, holy day of the year to the mundane business of daily life and how to bring insights from the former to the later. They delve into the differences between individual and collective atonement and responsibility; wondering about the collective release and catharsis offered by practices of the Second Temple era. They also lift up a contemporary Israeli song, “Seder Ha\u0026#39;Avodah” by Ishay Ribo.  \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Vivie Mayer.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Listen to \u0026quot;Seder Ha\u0026#39;Avodah\u0026quot; by Ishay Ribo and follow along with the English translation \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECy3CMxShIQ\"\u003eListen to \u0026quot;Seder Ha\u0026#39;Avodah\u0026quot; by Ishay Ribo and follow along with the English translation \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Deborah Waxman\u0026#39;s High Holiday Video Teaching exploring the avodah service\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://youtu.be/2O0HKjPbCEs\"\u003eRabbi Deborah Waxman\u0026#39;s High Holiday Video Teaching exploring the avodah service\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s High Holiday Resources\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/jewish-time-shabbat-and-holidays/high-holidays/\"\u003eExplore Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s High Holiday Resources\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"High Holiday Resources on Ritualwell \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/topic/high-holidays/\"\u003eHigh Holiday Resources on Ritualwell \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"From Evolve: \u0026quot;Breaking Open: A Paradigm for Jewish Prayer\u0026quot; by Rabbi Nathan Kamesar \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/breaking-open-a-paradigm-for-jewish-prayer/\"\u003eFrom Evolve: \u0026quot;Breaking Open: A Paradigm for Jewish Prayer\u0026quot; by Rabbi Nathan Kamesar \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., speaks with Rabbi Vivie Mayer about what the avodah service, which originated in ancient Israel as a series of elaborate rituals performed by the high priest on Yom Kippur, can teach us today.","date_published":"2023-09-12T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/7a78e5b7-c012-4b19-8b6e-efbde618e54c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37238071,"duration_in_seconds":2320}]},{"id":"fb98a0d2-f8f7-4c2d-b5e7-47ac8fa3f0ec","title":"S4 Ep. 9: Season of Reflection and Repentance","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/50","content_text":"In this special episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D and Rabbi Sandra Lawson discuss their respective processes of preparing for the High Holidays. This isn’t about leading services, but about how, as human beings, they undertake an accounting of the soul, leading to repentance for their own actions and forgiveness toward others. The two friends and colleagues delve into Maimonides as interpreted by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg in her new book On Repentance and Repair. (Among his many contributions, Maimonides, a medieval Torah scholar, philosopher and physician, outlined five steps needed to make true repentance.) Rabbi Sandra describes her difficult relationship with her late mother, and the forgiveness needed to truly care for her mother during illness. The two widen the lens and examine repentance from a societal point of view: how can society account and repent for harms caused to so many groups: Blacks, indigenous Americans, Asian Americans and so on. The two agree that an American reckoning with its troubled legacy is needed. “I think about teshuvah and when it comes to racial justice work, my focus first of all, is primarily within our Jewish spaces,” Lawson says. “I have found that many Jews who benefit from white privilege tend to continue to look outward on racial justice in the larger world, which is fine. But that also needs to be with our own internal work.” \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Links:On Repentance And Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World by Rabbi Danya RuttenbergMaimonides and Repentance\"Rabbi Sandra Lawson: The Souls in My Life\" for Interfaith America\"Modeh Ani as a Means for Cultivating Resilience\" by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. \"Opposites Attract\" by Paula AbdulThe newly redesigned ReconstructingJudaism.orgThe newly redesigned Ritualwell.orgEvolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this special episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D and Rabbi Sandra Lawson discuss their respective processes of preparing for the High Holidays. This isn’t about leading services, but about how, as human beings, they undertake an accounting of the soul, leading to repentance for their own actions and forgiveness toward others. The two friends and colleagues delve into Maimonides as interpreted by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg in her new book \u003cem\u003eOn Repentance and Repair.\u003c/em\u003e (Among his many contributions, Maimonides, a medieval Torah scholar, philosopher and physician, outlined five steps needed to make true repentance.) Rabbi Sandra describes her difficult relationship with her late mother, and the forgiveness needed to truly care for her mother during illness. The two widen the lens and examine repentance from a societal point of view: how can society account and repent for harms caused to so many groups: Blacks, indigenous Americans, Asian Americans and so on. The two agree that an American reckoning with its troubled legacy is needed. “I think about teshuvah and when it comes to racial justice work, my focus first of all, is primarily within our Jewish spaces,” Lawson says. “I have found that many Jews who benefit from white privilege tend to continue to look outward on racial justice in the larger world, which is fine. But that also needs to be with our own internal work.” \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"On Repentance And Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://danyaruttenberg.net/books/on-repentance-and-repair\"\u003eOn Repentance And Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Maimonides and Repentance\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/spiraling-towards-repentance/\"\u003eMaimonides and Repentance\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;Rabbi Sandra Lawson: The Souls in My Life\u0026quot; for Interfaith America\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.interfaithamerica.org/souls-in-my-life\"\u003e\u0026quot;Rabbi Sandra Lawson: The Souls in My Life\u0026quot; for Interfaith America\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;Modeh Ani as a Means for Cultivating Resilience\u0026quot; by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/modeh-ani-as-a-means-for-cultivating-resilience/\"\u003e\u0026quot;Modeh Ani as a Means for Cultivating Resilience\u0026quot; by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;Opposites Attract\u0026quot; by Paula Abdul\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xweiQukBM_k\"\u003e\u0026quot;Opposites Attract\u0026quot; by Paula Abdul\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The newly redesigned ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eThe newly redesigned ReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The newly redesigned Ritualwell.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://ritualwell.org\"\u003eThe newly redesigned Ritualwell.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eEvolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D and Rabbi Sandra Lawson, discuss their respective processes of preparing for the High Holidays. This isn’t about leading services, but about how, as human beings, they undertake an accounting of the soul, leading to repentance for their own actions and forgiveness toward others.","date_published":"2022-09-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/fb98a0d2-f8f7-4c2d-b5e7-47ac8fa3f0ec.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":55066928,"duration_in_seconds":2290}]},{"id":"b3ffa148-4abb-4339-b6c4-9dcd87bf09cc","title":"S4 Ep. 8: Songs of Joy and Mourning","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/49","content_text":"Reconstructing Judaism board member and Tikkun Olam Commission co-chair Shahanna McKinney-Baldon opens up with Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. and Rabbi Sandra Lawson about her time singing for the ska and reggae band Highball Holiday. The educator, activist and artist, who comes an African American and Ashkenazi family, talks about rediscovering her singing voice in middle age, and shedding certain inhibitions and self-consciousness. (Co-host Rabbi Sandra Lawson also recounts embracing public singing in her 40s, partly to connect with Jewish liturgy.)  McKinney-Baldon frankly discusses the grieving process following the 2021 loss of her father, as well as her wrestling with the Jewish prohibition on listening to music — let alone performing — during the traditional morning period. The trio discusses a Reconstructionist, values-based approach to engaging with, but not necessarily being dictated by, Jewish tradition. She also discusses her work on the Tikkun Olam Commission and describes the ongoing process of gaining support for a movement-wide resolution supporting reparations for slavery.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Shahanna McKinney-Baldon.Links:Edot Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative — Edot Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative (“Edot”) is a network of partnerships and activities focused on affirming Jewish racial and ethnic diversity across communities in the Midwest region. Investing in the leadership of Jewish People of Color (JOC’s) is our driver for change.\"I helped coin the term ‘Jews of color.’ It’s time for a history lesson\" by Shahanna McKinney-Baldon Listen to Highball Holiday on BandcampFollow Highball Holiday on InstagramMilwaukee ska legends Highball Holiday preached racial unity","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eReconstructing Judaism board member and Tikkun Olam Commission co-chair Shahanna McKinney-Baldon opens up with Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. and Rabbi Sandra Lawson about her time singing for the ska and reggae band Highball Holiday. The educator, activist and artist, who comes an African American and Ashkenazi family, talks about rediscovering her singing voice in middle age, and shedding certain inhibitions and self-consciousness. (Co-host Rabbi Sandra Lawson also recounts embracing public singing in her 40s, partly to connect with Jewish liturgy.)  McKinney-Baldon frankly discusses the grieving process following the 2021 loss of her father, as well as her wrestling with the Jewish prohibition on listening to music — let alone performing — during the traditional morning period. The trio discusses a Reconstructionist, values-based approach to engaging with, but not necessarily being dictated by, Jewish tradition. She also discusses her work on the Tikkun Olam Commission and describes the ongoing process of gaining support for a movement-wide resolution supporting reparations for slavery.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Shahanna McKinney-Baldon.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Edot Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://edotmidwest.org\"\u003eEdot Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Edot Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative (“Edot”) is a network of partnerships and activities focused on affirming Jewish racial and ethnic diversity across communities in the Midwest region. Investing in the leadership of Jewish People of Color (JOC’s) is our driver for change.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;I helped coin the term ‘Jews of color.’ It’s time for a history lesson\u0026quot; by Shahanna McKinney-Baldon \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.jta.org/2020/06/03/culture/i-helped-coin-the-term-jews-of-color-its-time-for-a-history-lesson\"\u003e\u0026quot;I helped coin the term ‘Jews of color.’ It’s time for a history lesson\u0026quot; by Shahanna McKinney-Baldon \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Listen to Highball Holiday on Bandcamp\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://highballholiday.bandcamp.com/album/highball-holiday\"\u003eListen to Highball Holiday on Bandcamp\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Follow Highball Holiday on Instagram\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/highballholiday/\"\u003eFollow Highball Holiday on Instagram\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Milwaukee ska legends Highball Holiday preached racial unity\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://radiomilwaukee.org/discover-music/milwaukee-music/milwaukee-ska-legends-highball-holiday-preached-racial-unity/\"\u003eMilwaukee ska legends Highball Holiday preached racial unity\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Reconstructing Judaism board member and Tikkun Olam Commission co-chair Shahanna McKinney-Baldon opens up with Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. and Rabbi Sandra Lawson about her time fronting the ska and reggae band Highball Holiday. She talks about how she rediscovered her singing voice in middle age and shedded certain inhibitions and self-consciousness. She also describes Reconstructing Judaism's ongoing process of gaining support for a movement-wide resolution supporting reparations for slavery.","date_published":"2022-05-05T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/b3ffa148-4abb-4339-b6c4-9dcd87bf09cc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38353317,"duration_in_seconds":2392}]},{"id":"61b3f908-520b-47a4-82c3-5b614e346b1a","title":"S4 Ep. 7: The Smooth River","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/48","content_text":"On Sept. 3, 2019, Richard Cohen’s wife, Marcia Horowitz, was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. Horowitz lived 160 more days. In his acclaimed 2021 book, The Smooth River: Finding Inspiration and Exquisite Beauty during Terminal Illness, Cohen, a lawyer and Reconstructionist leader, recounts those days and what the couple learned about life as Horowitz's death approached. \n\nIn this special episode, Richard Cohen discusses with Rabbi Deborah Waxman how the couple eschewed the common framing of terminal illness as a battle with the disease – something that is either one or lost. “We wanted to regain some sense of normalcy of who we were, and by doing good for other people, we felt good about ourselves. We were getting our heads above the cancer. It was not going to subsume us.” \n\nRabbi Waxman and Cohen also discuss how the couple’s approach mirrors resilience practices contained in many Jewish teachings. Quoting from the book of Psalms, Waxman says, “Out of a narrow place, I called to God. God responded and got me out into an expansive place. That tension between narrow and expansive, for me it has been such an incredible guiding metaphor.\"\n\nRabbi Sandra Lawson will be back as co-host in the next episode. \n__\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org. Episode transcript is forthcoming. Special Guest: Richard S. Cohen.Links:Read the book: The Smooth RiverRitualwell - death and mourning — While Judaism places great emphasis on our lives in this world, death is an inevitable end for all of us. Often Jews who have been distant from traditional Jewish practice for their whole lives seek the comfort of traditional Judaism in the face of death. For mourners, whose lives are often turned upside down by death, the traditional practices of mourning can provide structure and comfort. Here you will find resources that address each aspect of the process of navigating death and mourning—from the moment of death, to the burial of the body, the tearing of clothes, the weeklong practice of shiva, and the recitation of kaddish.A Mussar Practice for GriefKaddish: A Podcast about Death and DyingReconstructing JudaismEvolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eOn Sept. 3, 2019, Richard Cohen’s wife, Marcia Horowitz, was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. Horowitz lived 160 more days. In his acclaimed 2021 book, \u003cem\u003eThe Smooth River: Finding Inspiration and Exquisite Beauty during Terminal Illness\u003c/em\u003e, Cohen, a lawyer and Reconstructionist leader, recounts those days and what the couple learned about life as Horowitz\u0026#39;s death approached. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this special episode, Richard Cohen discusses with Rabbi Deborah Waxman how the couple eschewed the common framing of terminal illness as a battle with the disease – something that is either one or lost. “We wanted to regain some sense of normalcy of who we were, and by doing good for other people, we felt good about ourselves. We were getting our heads above the cancer. It was not going to subsume us.” \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRabbi Waxman and Cohen also discuss how the couple’s approach mirrors resilience practices contained in many Jewish teachings. Quoting from the book of Psalms, Waxman says, “Out of a narrow place, I called to God. God responded and got me out into an expansive place. That tension between narrow and expansive, for me it has been such an incredible guiding metaphor.\u0026quot;\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRabbi Sandra Lawson will be back as co-host in the next episode. \u003cbr\u003e\n__\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e. Episode transcript is forthcoming. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Richard S. Cohen.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Read the book: The Smooth River\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://smoothriver.org\"\u003eRead the book: The Smooth River\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell - death and mourning\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/death-mourning\"\u003eRitualwell - death and mourning\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; While Judaism places great emphasis on our lives in this world, death is an inevitable end for all of us. Often Jews who have been distant from traditional Jewish practice for their whole lives seek the comfort of traditional Judaism in the face of death. For mourners, whose lives are often turned upside down by death, the traditional practices of mourning can provide structure and comfort. Here you will find resources that address each aspect of the process of navigating death and mourning—from the moment of death, to the burial of the body, the tearing of clothes, the weeklong practice of shiva, and the recitation of kaddish.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Mussar Practice for Grief\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/ritual/mussar-practice-grief\"\u003eA Mussar Practice for Grief\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Kaddish: A Podcast about Death and Dying\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.arianakatz.com/kaddish\"\u003eKaddish: A Podcast about Death and Dying\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eEvolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"On Sept. 3, 2019, Richard Cohen’s wife, Marcia Horowitz, was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. Horowitz lived 160 more days. In this special episode, Cohen recounts those days and discusses with Rabbi Deborah Waxman what he learned about life as Horowitz's death approached.","date_published":"2022-04-08T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/61b3f908-520b-47a4-82c3-5b614e346b1a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":44318134,"duration_in_seconds":2766}]},{"id":"6d749411-e4c0-4afd-9a4a-46b7f5b83d5a","title":"S4 Ep. 6: Being an Ally with Empathy, Humility and Courage","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/47","content_text":"There’s an increasing focus in popular discourse on allyship, particularly when it comes to people of color and other marginalized groups. What does it mean to be an ally, both to individuals and to groups? How can one begin to do that work in a way that is meaningful and is about helping others and not about assisting one’s ego or placing oneself at the center of the story? In this episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. and Rabbi Sandra Lawson – longtime friends and now colleagues – discuss these questions using examples from their own lives. Noting the importance of relationships and context, they delve into the difficulty of saying and doing the right thing at the right time, citing examples of which they were proud and where they might have done better.  In the discussion, Rabbi Sandra stresses that white people who aim to be allies to people of color should, “be humble and be curious, and be open to learning, instead of thinking that [you] can't learn anything.”\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\nRead these show notes on the web at https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/47\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Links:NY Times: \"To White People Who Want to Be ‘One of the Good Ones’\" by Maeve HigginsChaver Up!: 49 Rabbis Explore What it Means to be an Ally through a Jewish LensEvolve essay: \"Racism in the Jewish Community\" by Rabbi Sandra LawsonEvolve essay: \"A Beat to Which We Can All Move\" by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. Evolve essay: \"Noticing Jews of Color in Our Communities\" by Carmen Amalia CorralesEvolve resource: Jewish Approaches to Justice Work The 1619 Project: A New Origin StoryRitualwell: \"Pride Shabbat Blessing from an Ally\" by Sara Stock MayoRitualwell: \"Quick Tips for Transgender Allies\" by TransfaithOnline.orgRitualwell: \"Modah Ani\" poem by Martha Hurwitz","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThere’s an increasing focus in popular discourse on allyship, particularly when it comes to people of color and other marginalized groups. What does it mean to be an ally, both to individuals and to groups? How can one begin to do that work in a way that is meaningful and is about helping others and not about assisting one’s ego or placing oneself at the center of the story? In this episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. and Rabbi Sandra Lawson – longtime friends and now colleagues – discuss these questions using examples from their own lives. Noting the importance of relationships and context, they delve into the difficulty of saying and doing the right thing at the right time, citing examples of which they were proud and where they might have done better.  In the discussion, Rabbi Sandra stresses that white people who aim to be allies to people of color should, “be humble and be curious, and be open to learning, instead of thinking that [you] can\u0026#39;t learn anything.”\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRead these show notes on the web at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/47\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://hashivenu.fireside.fm/47\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"NY Times: \u0026quot;To White People Who Want to Be ‘One of the Good Ones’\u0026quot; by Maeve Higgins\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/19/opinion/sunday/antiracism-white-people.html\"\u003eNY Times: \u0026quot;To White People Who Want to Be ‘One of the Good Ones’\u0026quot; by Maeve Higgins\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chaver Up!: 49 Rabbis Explore What it Means to be an Ally through a Jewish Lens\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B08ZW6NBPD/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eChaver Up!: 49 Rabbis Explore What it Means to be an Ally through a Jewish Lens\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve essay: \u0026quot;Racism in the Jewish Community\u0026quot; by Rabbi Sandra Lawson\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/racism-in-the-jewish-community/\"\u003eEvolve essay: \u0026quot;Racism in the Jewish Community\u0026quot; by Rabbi Sandra Lawson\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve essay: \u0026quot;A Beat to Which We Can All Move\u0026quot; by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/a-beat-to-which-we-can-all-move/\"\u003eEvolve essay: \u0026quot;A Beat to Which We Can All Move\u0026quot; by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve essay: \u0026quot;Noticing Jews of Color in Our Communities\u0026quot; by Carmen Amalia Corrales\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/noticingjewsofcolor/\"\u003eEvolve essay: \u0026quot;Noticing Jews of Color in Our Communities\u0026quot; by Carmen Amalia Corrales\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve resource: Jewish Approaches to Justice Work \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/jewishapproachestojusticework/\"\u003eEvolve resource: Jewish Approaches to Justice Work \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593230574/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe 1619 Project: A New Origin Story\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Pride Shabbat Blessing from an Ally\u0026quot; by Sara Stock Mayo\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/ritual/pride-shabbat-blessing-ally\"\u003eRitualwell: \u0026quot;Pride Shabbat Blessing from an Ally\u0026quot; by Sara Stock Mayo\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Quick Tips for Transgender Allies\u0026quot; by TransfaithOnline.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/ritual/quick-tips-transgender-allies\"\u003eRitualwell: \u0026quot;Quick Tips for Transgender Allies\u0026quot; by TransfaithOnline.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Modah Ani\u0026quot; poem by Martha Hurwitz\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/ritual/modah-ani\"\u003eRitualwell: \u0026quot;Modah Ani\u0026quot; poem by Martha Hurwitz\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"What does it mean to be an ally, both to individuals and to groups? How can one begin to do that work in a way that is meaningful? In this episode, Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. and Rabbi Sandra Lawson – longtime friends and now colleagues – discuss these questions using examples from their own lives. They delve into the difficulty of saying and doing the right thing at the right time,","date_published":"2021-12-28T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/6d749411-e4c0-4afd-9a4a-46b7f5b83d5a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38893007,"duration_in_seconds":2425}]},{"id":"f40423a8-55d8-4ac6-8926-398de3e052eb","title":"S4 Ep. 5: JewAsian","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/46","content_text":"Helen K. Kim is Professor of Sociology at Whitman College and in 2019 assumed the position of Associate Dean for Faculty Development. She is also the co-author of JewAsian: Race, Religion, and Identity for America's Newest Jews along with her husband Noah Leavitt. In this interview, Kim discusses macro topics such as racism in the Jewish community and the rancorous debate over communal demography. She also discusses more personal matters, including her experience of her son’s recent bar mitzvah. The episode begins with Kim talking about her search for wisdom in the Jewish tradition and how she found inspiration in the works of Maimonides, the medieval Jewish philosopher and Torah commentator.  Later, she expresses her frustration with Jewish organizations that long acknowledged the prevalence of racism behind closed doors but steered clear of addressing racism publicly. “Why are we choosing to run away from [these realities]? Why don't we choose to run towards them and try to do something about them to become anti-racist.” \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Helen K. Kim.Links:JewAsian: Race, Religion, and Identity for America's Newest Jews — JewAsian is a qualitative examination of the intersection of race, religion, and ethnicity in the increasing number of households that are Jewish American and Asian American. \"Funny - You Don't Look Jewish\" by Helen K. Kim — Episode guest Helen K. Kim writes that, \"Raising [my children] Ari and Talia with a strong and nuanced sense of identity is not so simple as having kimchi in our refrigerator and challah on Friday nights.\"What It's Like For Non-White Jews During The High Holidays — Helen K. Kim and Rabbi Sandra Lawson were both featured in this 2015 HuffPost Religion piece asking a few racially and ethnically diverse American Jewish families to offer a reflection on their relationship to Judaism. A Jewish-Asian Couple's Union Leads to a Scholarly Interest in Intermarriage — NY Times profile on Helen Kim and Noah S. LeavittThe Laws of Teshuvah in the Mishneh Torah — The Laws of Teshuvah By Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon (\"Maimonides\"); translated by Eliyahu TougerRabbi David Basior on Teshuvah as Resilience — Rabbi David Basior speaks about how the Jewish value of teshuvah holds power in interpersonal relationships.\r\nThe Challenges and Unexpected Rewards of ‘Teshuvah’","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eHelen K. Kim is Professor of Sociology at Whitman College and in 2019 assumed the position of Associate Dean for Faculty Development. She is also the co-author of \u003cem\u003eJewAsian: Race, Religion, and Identity for America\u0026#39;s Newest Jews\u003c/em\u003e along with her husband Noah Leavitt. In this interview, Kim discusses macro topics such as racism in the Jewish community and the rancorous debate over communal demography. She also discusses more personal matters, including her experience of her son’s recent bar mitzvah. The episode begins with Kim talking about her search for wisdom in the Jewish tradition and how she found inspiration in the works of Maimonides, the medieval Jewish philosopher and Torah commentator.  Later, she expresses her frustration with Jewish organizations that long acknowledged the prevalence of racism behind closed doors but steered clear of addressing racism publicly. “Why are we choosing to run away from [these realities]? Why don\u0026#39;t we choose to run towards them and try to do something about them to become anti-racist.” \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Helen K. Kim.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"JewAsian: Race, Religion, and Identity for America\u0026#39;s Newest Jews\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0803285655/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eJewAsian: Race, Religion, and Identity for America\u0026#39;s Newest Jews\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; JewAsian is a qualitative examination of the intersection of race, religion, and ethnicity in the increasing number of households that are Jewish American and Asian American. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;Funny - You Don\u0026#39;t Look Jewish\u0026quot; by Helen K. Kim\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/newsroom/whitman-magazine/whitman-magazine-spring-2015/wm-featured-stories-spring-2015/wm-funny-you-dont-look-jewish\"\u003e\u0026quot;Funny - You Don\u0026#39;t Look Jewish\u0026quot; by Helen K. Kim\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Episode guest Helen K. Kim writes that, \"Raising [my children] Ari and Talia with a strong and nuanced sense of identity is not so simple as having kimchi in our refrigerator and challah on Friday nights.\"\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"What It\u0026#39;s Like For Non-White Jews During The High Holidays\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.huffpost.com/entry/what-its-like-for-non-white-jews-during-the-high-holidays_n_55f72c2fe4b00e2cd5e78ba2\"\u003eWhat It\u0026#39;s Like For Non-White Jews During The High Holidays\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Helen K. Kim and Rabbi Sandra Lawson were both featured in this 2015 HuffPost Religion piece asking a few racially and ethnically diverse American Jewish families to offer a reflection on their relationship to Judaism. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Jewish-Asian Couple\u0026#39;s Union Leads to a Scholarly Interest in Intermarriage\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/16/us/studying-and-living-jewish-asian-intermarriage.html\"\u003eA Jewish-Asian Couple\u0026#39;s Union Leads to a Scholarly Interest in Intermarriage\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; NY Times profile on Helen Kim and Noah S. Leavitt\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Laws of Teshuvah in the Mishneh Torah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/911887/jewish/Teshuvah.htm\"\u003eThe Laws of Teshuvah in the Mishneh Torah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Laws of Teshuvah By Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon (\"Maimonides\"); translated by Eliyahu Touger\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi David Basior on Teshuvah as Resilience\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N54-H-K3Wqo\"\u003eRabbi David Basior on Teshuvah as Resilience\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rabbi David Basior speaks about how the Jewish value of teshuvah holds power in interpersonal relationships.\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Challenges and Unexpected Rewards of ‘Teshuvah’\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/teshuvah/\"\u003eThe Challenges and Unexpected Rewards of ‘Teshuvah’\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Helen K. Kim, co-author of JewAsian: Race, Religion, and Identity for America's Newest Jews, stops by to discuss macro topics such as racism in the Jewish community and the rancorous debate over communal demography.  Rabbi Deborah Waxman and Rabbi Sandra Lawson also learn about how Kim found inspiration in the work of Maimonides, the medieval Jewish philosopher and Torah commentator.  ","date_published":"2021-10-26T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/f40423a8-55d8-4ac6-8926-398de3e052eb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38421548,"duration_in_seconds":2393}]},{"id":"8e2f9426-763f-4569-8570-9a4bfe6398c8","title":"S4 Ep 4: In the Same Place, As the Same Person   ","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/45","content_text":"Amanda Mbuvi, Ph.D., is the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College’s new vice president for academic affairs. Mbuvi, a Hebrew Bible scholar and nonprofit leader, is the first Jew of Color to hold such a leadership position at an American rabbinical seminary. We delve into Mbuvi’s desire to deepen how people and communities think about diversity and identity. Mbuvi shares her enthusiasm for using the Bible in general, and Genesis and Exodus in particular to explore questions related to community and identity. Mbuvi and Lawson talk what it means to be women of color and leaders in the Jewish community, reacting to the findings of the Jews of Color Initiative's latest study, “Beyond the Count: Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Jews of Color.” (Eight in 10 respondents said they have experienced discrimination in a Jewish setting.) “So I think for a lot of people, when they say Jew of Color, they think about it like a child with divorced parents: on the weekends, you're Jewish and then during the week you're Black. It's like, you sort of go from one to the other, but not that you were both at the same time, in the same place as the same person. I think that's just something people have had a lot of difficulty getting their minds around,” Mbuvi says. The episode was recorded the week before Rosh Hashanah and Lawson, Mbuvi and Waxman share their hopes for the High Holidays and the coming year. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Amanda Mbuvi, Ph.D. .Links:Reconstructing Judaism's  High Holidays Collection for 2021/5782 — featuring Mahzor resources, original music, video teachings, new liturgy, resources from congregations \u0026amp; rabbis and more. \"Grief Belongs in Social Movements. Can We Embrace It?\" by Malika Devich-Cyril  — A Black activist reflects on intergenerational trauma, community, and coming to terms with death in movement building.https://forward.com/news/471478/in-a-first-jew-of-color-to-lead-major-us-rabbinical-school/ — From The Forward: Amanda Mbuvi’s appointment marks the first time a Jew of color will lead a major rabbinical school. But that’s not why officials there selected her.High Holidays 2021/5782: Feeling Grief and Hope Through the Shofar Blast — Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., explores the sounds of the shofar blasts - the vibrations that give us permission to feel our losses and grief and at the same time point us toward cycles of renewal – in this High Holiday 5782 video message.“Beyond The Count” Study by the Jews of Color Initiatve — Beyond the Count: Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Jews of Color is an unprecedented study of the Jews of Color community that will enable the Jewish community to implement more change for racial equity and inclusion.Belonging in Genesis: Biblical Israel and the Politics of Identity Formation  — In her 2016 book Belonging in Genesis, Amanda Mbuvi highlights the ways narrative and the act of storytelling function to define and create a community. Building on the emphasis on family in Genesis, she focuses on the way family storytelling is a means of holding together the interpretation of the text and the constitution of the reading community.Reconstructionist Rabbinical College — Founded in 1968 to serve the Jewish people and the wider world, RRC is dedicated to teaching Judaism as an evolving religious civilization and to engaging with the riches of Jewish tradition to create meaning, connect to the sacred and bring individuals and communities to greater love, justice and peace.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAmanda Mbuvi, Ph.D., is the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College’s new vice president for academic affairs. Mbuvi, a Hebrew Bible scholar and nonprofit leader, is the first Jew of Color to hold such a leadership position at an American rabbinical seminary. We delve into Mbuvi’s desire to deepen how people and communities think about diversity and identity. Mbuvi shares her enthusiasm for using the Bible in general, and Genesis and Exodus in particular to explore questions related to community and identity. Mbuvi and Lawson talk what it means to be women of color and leaders in the Jewish community, reacting to the findings of the Jews of Color Initiative\u0026#39;s latest study, “Beyond the Count: Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Jews of Color.” (Eight in 10 respondents said they have experienced discrimination in a Jewish setting.) “So I think for a lot of people, when they say Jew of Color, they think about it like a child with divorced parents: on the weekends, you\u0026#39;re Jewish and then during the week you\u0026#39;re Black. It\u0026#39;s like, you sort of go from one to the other, but not that you were both at the same time, in the same place as the same person. I think that\u0026#39;s just something people have had a lot of difficulty getting their minds around,” Mbuvi says. The episode was recorded the week before Rosh Hashanah and Lawson, Mbuvi and Waxman share their hopes for the High Holidays and the coming year. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Amanda Mbuvi, Ph.D. .\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s  High Holidays Collection for 2021/5782\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/highholidays2021/\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism\u0026#39;s  High Holidays Collection for 2021/5782\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; featuring Mahzor resources, original music, video teachings, new liturgy, resources from congregations \u0026 rabbis and more. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;Grief Belongs in Social Movements. Can We Embrace It?\u0026quot; by Malika Devich-Cyril \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://inthesetimes.com/article/freedom-grief-healing-death-liberation-movements?fbclid=IwAR27_zwRIbwY7aePC-ggz-oVkOPQ439yi8OEiQLlgdMM7iWefvGUjX8VcAo\"\u003e\u0026quot;Grief Belongs in Social Movements. Can We Embrace It?\u0026quot; by Malika Devich-Cyril \u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A Black activist reflects on intergenerational trauma, community, and coming to terms with death in movement building.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"https://forward.com/news/471478/in-a-first-jew-of-color-to-lead-major-us-rabbinical-school/\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://forward.com/news/471478/in-a-first-jew-of-color-to-lead-major-us-rabbinical-school/\"\u003ehttps://forward.com/news/471478/in-a-first-jew-of-color-to-lead-major-us-rabbinical-school/\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; From The Forward: Amanda Mbuvi’s appointment marks the first time a Jew of color will lead a major rabbinical school. But that’s not why officials there selected her.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"High Holidays 2021/5782: Feeling Grief and Hope Through the Shofar Blast\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://youtu.be/2T9wvxVnVfs\"\u003eHigh Holidays 2021/5782: Feeling Grief and Hope Through the Shofar Blast\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., explores the sounds of the shofar blasts - the vibrations that give us permission to feel our losses and grief and at the same time point us toward cycles of renewal – in this High Holiday 5782 video message.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"“Beyond The Count” Study by the Jews of Color Initiatve\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jewsofcolorinitiative.org/what-we-do/research-field-building/\"\u003e“Beyond The Count” Study by the Jews of Color Initiatve\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Beyond the Count: Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Jews of Color is an unprecedented study of the Jews of Color community that will enable the Jewish community to implement more change for racial equity and inclusion.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Belonging in Genesis: Biblical Israel and the Politics of Identity Formation \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.baylorpress.com/9781602587472/belonging-in-genesis/\"\u003eBelonging in Genesis: Biblical Israel and the Politics of Identity Formation \u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In her 2016 book Belonging in Genesis, Amanda Mbuvi highlights the ways narrative and the act of storytelling function to define and create a community. Building on the emphasis on family in Genesis, she focuses on the way family storytelling is a means of holding together the interpretation of the text and the constitution of the reading community.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructionist Rabbinical College\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.rrc.edu/\"\u003eReconstructionist Rabbinical College\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Founded in 1968 to serve the Jewish people and the wider world, RRC is dedicated to teaching Judaism as an evolving religious civilization and to engaging with the riches of Jewish tradition to create meaning, connect to the sacred and bring individuals and communities to greater love, justice and peace.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Amanda Mbuvi, Ph.D., is the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College’s new vice president for academic affairs. We delve into Mbuvi’s desire to deepen how people and communities think about diversity and identity, offer some thoughts on the findings of the Jews Of Color Initiative's latest study and share our hopes for the High Holidays and the coming year. ","date_published":"2021-09-10T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/8e2f9426-763f-4569-8570-9a4bfe6398c8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31909546,"duration_in_seconds":1990}]},{"id":"f52b917c-500b-4d1c-aebd-24248c0e4fc3","title":"S4 Ep. 3: Creating a Jewish Community Where All Can Thrive","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/44","content_text":"Marcella White Campbell is executive director of Be'chol Lashon -- a pioneering organization that strengthens Jewish identity by affirming the racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the Jewish people. We discuss her multiracial Jewish family's own experiences as a window into the Jewish community's troubled record in welcoming Jews of Color. She reflects on her own growth into leadership, motivated by the rising cohort of young Jews of Color who deserve a Jewish community where they can thrive and contribute. And she reflects on the rich interplay of her Jewish and Black identities in making meaning at a time of personal loss. Join us for a rich and deeply moving conversation.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Marcella White Campbell.Links:Meet Marcella White Campbell, Be’chol Lashon’s New Executive Director – Be'chol LashonCamp Be’chol Lashon – Be'chol LashonBe'chol Lashon – Celebrating Jewish DiversityOr Shalom Jewish CommunityReconstructing Judaism Commitments to Racial JusticeReconstructing Judaism Over the Next Five Years","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eMarcella White Campbell is executive director of Be\u0026#39;chol Lashon -- a pioneering organization that strengthens Jewish identity by affirming the racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the Jewish people. We discuss her multiracial Jewish family\u0026#39;s own experiences as a window into the Jewish community\u0026#39;s troubled record in welcoming Jews of Color. She reflects on her own growth into leadership, motivated by the rising cohort of young Jews of Color who deserve a Jewish community where they can thrive and contribute. And she reflects on the rich interplay of her Jewish and Black identities in making meaning at a time of personal loss. Join us for a rich and deeply moving conversation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Marcella White Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Meet Marcella White Campbell, Be’chol Lashon’s New Executive Director – Be\u0026#39;chol Lashon\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://globaljews.org/jewishand/meet-marcella-white-campbell-bechol-lashons-new-executive-director/\"\u003eMeet Marcella White Campbell, Be’chol Lashon’s New Executive Director – Be\u0026#39;chol Lashon\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Camp Be’chol Lashon – Be\u0026#39;chol Lashon\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://globaljews.org/explore/camp-bechol-lashon/\"\u003eCamp Be’chol Lashon – Be\u0026#39;chol Lashon\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Be\u0026#39;chol Lashon – Celebrating Jewish Diversity\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://globaljews.org/\"\u003eBe\u0026#39;chol Lashon – Celebrating Jewish Diversity\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Or Shalom Jewish Community\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.orshalom.org/\"\u003eOr Shalom Jewish Community\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism Commitments to Racial Justice\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/reconstructing-judaism-commitments-racial-justice\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism Commitments to Racial Justice\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism Over the Next Five Years\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/article/reconstructing-judaism-over-next-five-years\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism Over the Next Five Years\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Marcella White Campbell is executive director of Be'chol Lashon -- a pioneering organization that strengthens Jewish identity by affirming the racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the Jewish people. We discuss her multiracial Jewish family's own experiences as a window into the Jewish community's troubled record in welcoming Jews of Color. She reflects on her own growth into leadership, motivated by the rising cohort of young Jews of Color who deserve a Jewish community where they can thrive and contribute. And she reflects on the rich interplay of her Jewish and Black identities in making meaning at a time of personal loss. Join us for a rich and deeply moving conversation.","date_published":"2021-06-23T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/f52b917c-500b-4d1c-aebd-24248c0e4fc3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":61945366,"duration_in_seconds":2578}]},{"id":"4919ca26-5619-4691-9fb3-07ff0694b5fa","title":"S4 Ep 2: Paradox, Complexity and Liberation: A Conversation with Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/43","content_text":"We're joined by Professor Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, one of fewer than 100 Black American women to earn a doctorate in physics -- and a Reconstructionist! We discuss the insights she draws from her background as a Black and Ashkenazi Jew, and the richness, complexity, and fruitful challenges that diverse voices bring to the Jewish community. She and Rabbi Sandra Lawson discuss their respective experiences as trailblazers within the physics and the rabbinate. Finally, we delve into theoretical physics and Jewish theology as she explains why she included the ma'ariv prayer in her new book,  The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Chanda Prescod-Weinstein.Links:Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, PhDThe Disordered Cosmos by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein | Hachette Book GroupChanda Prescod-Weinstein (@IBJIYONGI) / TwitterSpotify Playlist for The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred - playlist by The Disordered CosmosDr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein's Jewish Universe - Alma — A conversation with the Black Jewish theoretical physicist on her new book, \"Disordered Cosmos,\" and her fight to make the night sky accessible to all.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWe\u0026#39;re joined by Professor Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, one of fewer than 100 Black American women to earn a doctorate in physics -- and a Reconstructionist! We discuss the insights she draws from her background as a Black and Ashkenazi Jew, and the richness, complexity, and fruitful challenges that diverse voices bring to the Jewish community. She and Rabbi Sandra Lawson discuss their respective experiences as trailblazers within the physics and the rabbinate. Finally, we delve into theoretical physics and Jewish theology as she explains why she included the \u003cem\u003ema\u0026#39;ariv\u003c/em\u003e prayer in her new book,  \u003cem\u003eThe Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred\u003c/em\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Chanda Prescod-Weinstein.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, PhD\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://profcpw.com/\"\u003eChanda Prescod-Weinstein, PhD\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Disordered Cosmos by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein | Hachette Book Group\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/chanda-prescod-weinstein/the-disordered-cosmos/9781541724709/?lens=bold-type-books\"\u003eThe Disordered Cosmos by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein | Hachette Book Group\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chanda Prescod-Weinstein (@IBJIYONGI) / Twitter\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://twitter.com/ibjiyongi\"\u003eChanda Prescod-Weinstein (@IBJIYONGI) / Twitter\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Spotify Playlist for The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred - playlist by The Disordered Cosmos\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6bFSSjPBzDYQ9C5SzTVHga?si=QQKKlM-wSd6BHU3OhK_0gQ\u0026amp;nd=1\"\u003eSpotify Playlist for The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred - playlist by The Disordered Cosmos\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein\u0026#39;s Jewish Universe - Alma\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.heyalma.com/dr-chanda-prescod-weinsteins-jewish-universe/\"\u003eDr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein\u0026#39;s Jewish Universe - Alma\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A conversation with the Black Jewish theoretical physicist on her new book, \"Disordered Cosmos,\" and her fight to make the night sky accessible to all.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"We're joined by Professor Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, one of fewer than 100 Black American women to earn a doctorate in physics -- and a Reconstructionist! We discuss the insights she draws from her background as a Black and Ashkenazi Jew, and the richness, complexity, and fruitful challenges that diverse voices bring to the Jewish community. She and Rabbi Sandra Lawson discuss their respective experiences as trailblazers within the physics and the rabbinate. Finally, we delve into theoretical physics and Jewish theology as she explains why she included the _ma'ariv_ prayer in her new book,  _The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred_.","date_published":"2021-04-13T03:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/4919ca26-5619-4691-9fb3-07ff0694b5fa.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40042746,"duration_in_seconds":2498}]},{"id":"b64849b8-cd9a-4e68-915b-8e54ee82163d","title":"S4 Ep. 1: Judaism, Resilience, and Racial Justice - Beginning the Conversation","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/42","content_text":"We begin a new season focusing on Judaism, resilience, and racial justice, and welcome a new co-host: Rabbi Sandra Lawson,  director of racial diversity, equity, and inclusion for Reconstructing Judaism. We dig deeply into the complexities of engaging in racial justice work within the Jewish community, the necessity for deep listening and empathy toward Jews of color, and the need to draw on resilience practices to stay committed to the challenging but vital process of teshuvah on the path to redemption. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Links:Rabbi Sandra Lawson (homepage)Resources on Race (Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations)Reconstructing Judaism Names Rabbi Sandra Lawson Inaugural Director of Racial Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Reconstructing JudaismPresidential Inauguration Talk - Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. - YouTubeTwo Concepts of Liberty (Isaiah Berlin) - WikipediaIsaiah Berlin, \"Two Concepts of Liberty\" (PDF)The Song of Miriam, by Rabbi Ruth Sohn (Open Siddur Project)","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWe begin a new season focusing on Judaism, resilience, and racial justice, and welcome a new co-host: Rabbi Sandra Lawson,  director of racial diversity, equity, and inclusion for Reconstructing Judaism. We dig deeply into the complexities of engaging in racial justice work within the Jewish community, the necessity for deep listening and empathy toward Jews of color, and the need to draw on resilience practices to stay committed to the challenging but vital process of teshuvah on the path to redemption. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Sandra Lawson (homepage)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.rabbisandralawson.com/\"\u003eRabbi Sandra Lawson (homepage)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Resources on Race (Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/category/Race\"\u003eResources on Race (Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism Names Rabbi Sandra Lawson Inaugural Director of Racial Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/rabbi-sandra-lawson-named-inaugural-director-racial-diversity-equity-and-inclusion\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism Names Rabbi Sandra Lawson Inaugural Director of Racial Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Presidential Inauguration Talk - Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xhb5C-zUpwQ\"\u003ePresidential Inauguration Talk - Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D. - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Two Concepts of Liberty (Isaiah Berlin) - Wikipedia\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_Concepts_of_Liberty\"\u003eTwo Concepts of Liberty (Isaiah Berlin) - Wikipedia\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Isaiah Berlin, \u0026quot;Two Concepts of Liberty\u0026quot; (PDF)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://cactus.dixie.edu/green/B_Readings/I_Berlin%20Two%20Concpets%20of%20Liberty.pdf\"\u003eIsaiah Berlin, \u0026quot;Two Concepts of Liberty\u0026quot; (PDF)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Song of Miriam, by Rabbi Ruth Sohn (Open Siddur Project)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://opensiddur.org/prayers/lunisolar/pilgrimage/passover/7th-day-pesach/the-song-of-miriam-a-petihah-by-rabbi-ruth-h-sohn/\"\u003eThe Song of Miriam, by Rabbi Ruth Sohn (Open Siddur Project)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"We begin a new season focusing on Judaism, resilience, and racial justice, and welcome a new co-host: Rabbi Sandra Lawson,  director of racial diversity, equity, and inclusion for Reconstructing Judaism. We dig deeply into the complexities of engaging in racial justice work within the Jewish community, the necessity for deep listening and empathy toward Jews of color, and the need to draw on resilience practices to stay committed to the challenging but vital process of teshuvah on the path to redemption. ","date_published":"2021-03-01T20:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/b64849b8-cd9a-4e68-915b-8e54ee82163d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36619168,"duration_in_seconds":2283}]},{"id":"db505925-ea2a-4afa-830d-ed6975a10e0d","title":"S3 Ep. 12: Writing Ourselves into the Book of Life — The High Holidays and Choosing Life","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/41","content_text":"At this extraordinary High Holiday season, so many people are experiencing losses of many kinds. We  speak with Rabbi Margot Stein about the lessons she learned about resilience while navigating profound loss -- the death of her eldest son, Aryeh. We discuss the practices that sustain her, and explore how Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur invite us to choose life, in many ways, again and again. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Margot Stein.Links:A Mother’s Memorial Meditation On Life And And Death - U’netaneh Tokef 5776 — This is a sermon delivered by Rabbi Margot Stein at Congregation Mishkan Shalom Philadelphia, PA on September 15, 2015, in honor and memory of her son Aryeh Stein-Azen, z”l.MIRAJ ~ A Capella Jewish Women's Voices for Sacred TimesHigh Holiday Materials for 2020/5781 | Reconstructing Judaism — A rich collection of creative materials for High Holidays 2020, including more than 40 pieces of original musicCouncil for Relationships - Philadelphia Area Therapy for Couples, Families and Individuals - Council for RelationshipsThe Middleton Center — An open and welcoming place, The Middleton Center  for Pastoral Care and Counseling invites people from all and no faith backgrounds to enhance the connections between body, mind and spirit. The Middleton Center combines best practices in spiritual and psychological care with a spirit of hospitality. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAt this extraordinary High Holiday season, so many people are experiencing losses of many kinds. We  speak with Rabbi Margot Stein about the lessons she learned about resilience while navigating profound loss -- the death of her eldest son, Aryeh. We discuss the practices that sustain her, and explore how Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur invite us to choose life, in many ways, again and again. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Margot Stein.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Mother’s Memorial Meditation On Life And And Death - U’netaneh Tokef 5776\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.daatinstitute.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Mother%E2%80%99s-Memorial-Meditation-on-Life-and-and-Death.pdf\"\u003eA Mother’s Memorial Meditation On Life And And Death - U’netaneh Tokef 5776\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This is a sermon delivered by Rabbi Margot Stein at Congregation Mishkan Shalom Philadelphia, PA on September 15, 2015, in honor and memory of her son Aryeh Stein-Azen, z”l.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"MIRAJ ~ A Capella Jewish Women\u0026#39;s Voices for Sacred Times\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.shechinah.com/miraj.html\"\u003eMIRAJ ~ A Capella Jewish Women\u0026#39;s Voices for Sacred Times\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"High Holiday Materials for 2020/5781 | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/highholidays2020\"\u003eHigh Holiday Materials for 2020/5781 | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A rich collection of creative materials for High Holidays 2020, including more than 40 pieces of original music\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Council for Relationships - Philadelphia Area Therapy for Couples, Families and Individuals - Council for Relationships\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://councilforrelationships.org/\"\u003eCouncil for Relationships - Philadelphia Area Therapy for Couples, Families and Individuals - Council for Relationships\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Middleton Center\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.bmpc.org/ministries/caring-ministries/the-middleton-center\"\u003eThe Middleton Center\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; An open and welcoming place, The Middleton Center  for Pastoral Care and Counseling invites people from all and no faith backgrounds to enhance the connections between body, mind and spirit. The Middleton Center combines best practices in spiritual and psychological care with a spirit of hospitality. \u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"At this extraordinary High Holiday season, so many people are experiencing losses of many kinds. We  speak with Rabbi Margot Stein about the lessons she learned about resilience while navigating profound loss -- the death of her eldest son, Aryeh. We discuss the practices that sustain her, and explore how Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur invite us to choose life, in many ways, again and again. ","date_published":"2020-09-11T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/db505925-ea2a-4afa-830d-ed6975a10e0d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33755774,"duration_in_seconds":2106}]},{"id":"5f886e97-6f79-4d0a-9f13-f7e5a7a9a73e","title":"S3 Ep. 11: Creativity and Counterculture","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/40","content_text":"Rabbi Michael Strassfeld has made a life and career at the core of Jewish counterculture, combining a deep connection with Jewish text and tradition with a passion for creative experimentation with new, accessible and relevant forms of Jewish community and practice. In our conversation, we discuss his experiences as a founder of the havurah movement, co-creator of the groundbreaking Jewish Catalog series, and rabbi of the SAJ. Toward the end of our conversation we turn to the Jewish future, reflecting on the opportunities presented by digital culture and on new paradigms for Jewish prayer.\n\nWhile this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus pandemic, the theme of disruption as an opportunity for Jewish creativity speaks to our current moment. As we release this episode, Reconstructing Judaism has released newly-reinterpreted High Holiday liturgy created by a committee chaired by Rabbi Strassfeld.  You can find it under \"New Liturgy\" at https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/highholidays2020.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Michael Strassfeld.Links:Michael StrassfeldNew Liturgy for High Holidays 2020 — Creative High Holiday liturgy for remote services, crafted by a committee chaired by Rabbi Strassfeld. Click on \"New Liturgy\" on this page to find it. The First Jewish Catalog: A Do-It-Yourself Kit (Amazon link)The Second Jewish Catalog: Sources and Resources (Amazon link)The Third Jewish Catalog: Creating Community (Amazon link)The Jewish Holidays (Amazon link)A Book of Life: Embracing Judaism as a Spiritual Practice (Amazon link)Reconstructing Jewish Communities: A Learning Module | Reconstructing Judaism — On the opening night of the Reconstructing Judaism conference in November of 2018, an extraordinary panel of rabbis reflected on a crucial question: how do we reconstruct Jewish communities in this time and place, to meet tomorrow’s challenges?Prayer for the Shabbat after Pittsburgh -- Jewish RitualHavurat ShalomAnsche Chesed — History — \"Happily, the late 1970s and the Chavurah movement, in which small groups of like-minded Jews created autonomous, egalitarian and lay-led minyanim, brought new life and vigor to Jewish communal life and to Ansche Chesed…\"National Havurah Committee — The National Havurah Committee (NHC) was founded in 1980 to facilitate the activities of fellowships known as havurot and to spread havurah values and enthusiasm to the larger Jewish community, thereby serving as a model for revitalizing Jewish living and learning in North America.The Jewish Counterculture in the Michael Strassfeld papers | Special Collections Cataloging at Penn — The Michael Strassfeld papers, 1901-2015 (bulk: 1968-2015), which came to Penn in 2015, are now processed and open for research. Theycontain the records of the his education and life’s work. Represented are elements of his Orthodox upbringing, traditional Jewish education, influence of the Jewish anti-establishment and countercultural movements, and his training and practice as a Reconstructionist Rabbi.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eRabbi Michael Strassfeld has made a life and career at the core of Jewish counterculture, combining a deep connection with Jewish text and tradition with a passion for creative experimentation with new, accessible and relevant forms of Jewish community and practice. In our conversation, we discuss his experiences as a founder of the \u003cem\u003ehavurah\u003c/em\u003e movement, co-creator of the groundbreaking \u003cem\u003eJewish Catalog\u003c/em\u003e series, and rabbi of the SAJ. Toward the end of our conversation we turn to the Jewish future, reflecting on the opportunities presented by digital culture and on new paradigms for Jewish prayer.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus pandemic, the theme of disruption as an opportunity for Jewish creativity speaks to our current moment. As we release this episode, Reconstructing Judaism has released newly-reinterpreted High Holiday liturgy created by a committee chaired by Rabbi Strassfeld.  You can find it under \u0026quot;New Liturgy\u0026quot; at \u003ca href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/highholidays2020\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/highholidays2020\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Michael Strassfeld.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Michael Strassfeld\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.michaelstrassfeld.com/\"\u003eMichael Strassfeld\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"New Liturgy for High Holidays 2020\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/highholidays2020\"\u003eNew Liturgy for High Holidays 2020\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Creative High Holiday liturgy for remote services, crafted by a committee chaired by Rabbi Strassfeld. Click on \"New Liturgy\" on this page to find it. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The First Jewish Catalog: A Do-It-Yourself Kit (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0827600429/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe First Jewish Catalog: A Do-It-Yourself Kit (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Second Jewish Catalog: Sources and Resources (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0827600844/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Second Jewish Catalog: Sources and Resources (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Third Jewish Catalog: Creating Community (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0827601832/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Third Jewish Catalog: Creating Community (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Jewish Holidays (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0062720082/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Jewish Holidays (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Book of Life: Embracing Judaism as a Spiritual Practice (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1580232477/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eA Book of Life: Embracing Judaism as a Spiritual Practice (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Jewish Communities: A Learning Module | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/learn/convention-community-panel\"\u003eReconstructing Jewish Communities: A Learning Module | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; On the opening night of the Reconstructing Judaism conference in November of 2018, an extraordinary panel of rabbis reflected on a crucial question: how do we reconstruct Jewish communities in this time and place, to meet tomorrow’s challenges?\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Prayer for the Shabbat after Pittsburgh -- Jewish Ritual\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/ritual/prayer-shabbat-after-pittsburgh\"\u003ePrayer for the Shabbat after Pittsburgh -- Jewish Ritual\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Havurat Shalom\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.thehav.org/\"\u003eHavurat Shalom\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ansche Chesed — History\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://anschechesed.org/about/history/\"\u003eAnsche Chesed — History\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; \"Happily, the late 1970s and the Chavurah movement, in which small groups of like-minded Jews created autonomous, egalitarian and lay-led minyanim, brought new life and vigor to Jewish communal life and to Ansche Chesed…\"\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"National Havurah Committee\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://havurah.org/\"\u003eNational Havurah Committee\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The National Havurah Committee (NHC) was founded in 1980 to facilitate the activities of fellowships known as havurot and to spread havurah values and enthusiasm to the larger Jewish community, thereby serving as a model for revitalizing Jewish living and learning in North America.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Jewish Counterculture in the Michael Strassfeld papers | Special Collections Cataloging at Penn\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://pennrare.wordpress.com/2017/01/11/the-jewish-counterculture-in-the-michael-strassfeld-papers/\"\u003eThe Jewish Counterculture in the Michael Strassfeld papers | Special Collections Cataloging at Penn\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Michael Strassfeld papers, 1901-2015 (bulk: 1968-2015), which came to Penn in 2015, are now processed and open for research. Theycontain the records of the his education and life’s work. Represented are elements of his Orthodox upbringing, traditional Jewish education, influence of the Jewish anti-establishment and countercultural movements, and his training and practice as a Reconstructionist Rabbi.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Michael Strassfeld has made a life and career at the core of Jewish counterculture. We discuss his experiences as a founder of the havurah movement, co-creator of the groundbreaking _Jewish Catalog_ series, and rabbi of the SAJ. Toward the end of our conversation we turn to the Jewish future, reflecting on the opportunities presented by digital culture and on new paradigms for Jewish prayer.","date_published":"2020-08-20T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/5f886e97-6f79-4d0a-9f13-f7e5a7a9a73e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":38609220,"duration_in_seconds":2409}]},{"id":"2f117b8c-9324-4f6e-ba07-d325e1bd3184","title":"S3 Ep. 10: Moments of Wholeness","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/39","content_text":"When our world falls apart, what sustains us? We recorded this conversation with Rabbi Shira Stutman, senior rabbi at 6th and I Historic Synagogue in Washington, D.C, in early April 2020 — shortly after coronavirus response had brought face-to-face  communal gatherings, and indeed most people's social lives, to a screeching halt. Speaking at a time of profound global dislocation that affected our most personal connections, we discussed the challenges we faced, the adaptations we and our institutions were beginning to make, and the unexpected insights we'd glimpsed into what is truly essential, insights that continue to resonate months later.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Shira Stutman.Links:Pandemic | Lynn Ungar — What if you thought of it\r\nas the Jews consider the Sabbath—\r\nthe most sacred of times?\r\nCease from travel.\r\nCease from buying and selling.\r\nGive up, just for now,\r\non trying to make the world\r\ndifferent than it is.\r\nSing. Pray. Touch only those\r\nto whom you commit your life.\r\nCenter down.Sixth \u0026amp; I - Historic synagogue in downtown Washington, DCCoronavirus resources from RitualwellA Virtual Shabbat Box: To Celebrate and Renew All of Your Senses | Reconstructing JudaismVirtual Passover Box | Reconstructing JudaismA Virtual Shavuot Box | Reconstructing JudaismRecon Connect | Reconstructing JudaismJewish Values and the Coronavirus | Reconstructing JudaismA Man Doesn't Have Time In His Life by Yehuda Amichai - Famous poems, famous poets. - All Poetry#TrendingJewish 16: The Greatest Teacher, Failure Is — Rabbi Shira Stutman talks about learning from failure, and how Jewish organizations must take risks to change and grow. Rabbi Stutman discusses how Sixth \u0026amp; I was both inspired by, and a departure from, Mordecai Kaplan’s vision of a synagogue center.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhen our world falls apart, what sustains us? We recorded this conversation with Rabbi Shira Stutman, senior rabbi at 6th and I Historic Synagogue in Washington, D.C, in early April 2020 — shortly after coronavirus response had brought face-to-face  communal gatherings, and indeed most people\u0026#39;s social lives, to a screeching halt. Speaking at a time of profound global dislocation that affected our most personal connections, we discussed the challenges we faced, the adaptations we and our institutions were beginning to make, and the unexpected insights we\u0026#39;d glimpsed into what is truly essential, insights that continue to resonate months later.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Shira Stutman.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Pandemic | Lynn Ungar\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.lynnungar.com/poems/pandemic/\"\u003ePandemic | Lynn Ungar\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; What if you thought of it\r\nas the Jews consider the Sabbath—\r\nthe most sacred of times?\r\nCease from travel.\r\nCease from buying and selling.\r\nGive up, just for now,\r\non trying to make the world\r\ndifferent than it is.\r\nSing. Pray. Touch only those\r\nto whom you commit your life.\r\nCenter down.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sixth \u0026amp; I - Historic synagogue in downtown Washington, DC\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.sixthandi.org/\"\u003eSixth \u0026amp; I - Historic synagogue in downtown Washington, DC\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coronavirus resources from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/coronavirus\"\u003eCoronavirus resources from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Virtual Shabbat Box: To Celebrate and Renew All of Your Senses | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/shabbat-box\"\u003eA Virtual Shabbat Box: To Celebrate and Renew All of Your Senses | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Virtual Passover Box | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/passover-box\"\u003eVirtual Passover Box | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Virtual Shavuot Box | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/shavuot-box\"\u003eA Virtual Shavuot Box | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Recon Connect | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/recon-connect\"\u003eRecon Connect | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jewish Values and the Coronavirus | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/center-jewish-ethics/coronavirus\"\u003eJewish Values and the Coronavirus | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Man Doesn\u0026#39;t Have Time In His Life by Yehuda Amichai - Famous poems, famous poets. - All Poetry\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://allpoetry.com/A-Man-Doesn\u0026#39;t-Have-Time-In-His-Life\"\u003eA Man Doesn\u0026#39;t Have Time In His Life by Yehuda Amichai - Famous poems, famous poets. - All Poetry\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"#TrendingJewish 16: The Greatest Teacher, Failure Is\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.fireside.fm/tj16\"\u003e#TrendingJewish 16: The Greatest Teacher, Failure Is\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rabbi Shira Stutman talks about learning from failure, and how Jewish organizations must take risks to change and grow. Rabbi Stutman discusses how Sixth \u0026 I was both inspired by, and a departure from, Mordecai Kaplan’s vision of a synagogue center.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"When our world falls apart, what sustains us? We recorded this conversation with Rabbi Shira Stutman, senior rabbi at 6th and I Historic Synagogue in Washington, D.C, in early April 2020 — shortly after coronavirus response had brought face-to-face  communal gatherings, and indeed most people's social lives, to a screeching halt. Speaking at a time of profound global dislocation that affected our most personal connections, we discussed the challenges we faced, the adaptations we and our institutions were beginning to make, and the unexpected insights we'd glimpsed into what is truly essential, insights that continue to resonate months later.","date_published":"2020-08-03T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/2f117b8c-9324-4f6e-ba07-d325e1bd3184.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36200276,"duration_in_seconds":2257}]},{"id":"cc7c0b0f-4b84-4630-8361-b1a9b651ce79","title":"S3 Ep. 9: The Power of Ritual","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/38","content_text":"Is Harry Potter a sacred text? According to our guest, Casper ter Kuile, Ministry Innovation Fellow at Harvard Divinity School and the co-founder of the Sacred Design Lab, it is if you bring that approach to the series.  His study of the ways in which people find meaning through text, community, and tradition has opened up vibrant conversations that break down the walls of \"religious\" and \"secular\" by illuminating the human experiences that unite them. In his new book, The Power of Ritual, he explores the ways that ritual -- even when nominally secular -- can help us build community, find meaning, and connect our past with our future.  \n\nThis conversation was recorded in late March of 2020. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest:  Casper ter Kuile.Links:The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices (Amazon) — Casper ter Kuile, a Harvard Divinity School fellow and cohost of the popular Harry Potter and the Sacred Text podcast, explores how we can nourish our souls by transforming common, everyday practices—yoga, reading, walking the dog—into sacred rituals that can heal our crisis of social isolation and struggle to find purpose—a message we need more than ever for our spiritual and emotional well-being in the age of COVID-19.Read the Introduction of The Power of RitualInsights - Sacred Design Lab — The structures of community and spirituality are rapidly changing. Learn about the innovative ideas, creative solutions, and emerging trends that are shaping our culture. (Contains links to PDF monographs: Design for the Human Soul, How We Gather, Care of Souls, Something More, Faithful, and more.)How We Gather (PDF)Harry Potter and the Sacred Text (Website) — Reading Fiction Doesn’t Help Us Escape The World, It Helps Us Live In It‎Harry Potter and the Sacred Text (Apple Podcasts) — It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Casper ter Kuile as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIs Harry Potter a sacred text? According to our guest, Casper ter Kuile, Ministry Innovation Fellow at Harvard Divinity School and the co-founder of the \u003ca href=\"https://sacred.design/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eSacred Design Lab\u003c/a\u003e, it is if you bring that approach to the series.  His study of the ways in which people find meaning through text, community, and tradition has opened up vibrant conversations that break down the walls of \u0026quot;religious\u0026quot; and \u0026quot;secular\u0026quot; by illuminating the human experiences that unite them. In his new book, \u003cem\u003eThe Power of Ritual\u003c/em\u003e, he explores the ways that ritual -- even when nominally secular -- can help us build community, find meaning, and connect our past with our future.  \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis conversation was recorded in late March of 2020. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest:  Casper ter Kuile.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices (Amazon)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0062881817/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices (Amazon)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Casper ter Kuile, a Harvard Divinity School fellow and cohost of the popular Harry Potter and the Sacred Text podcast, explores how we can nourish our souls by transforming common, everyday practices—yoga, reading, walking the dog—into sacred rituals that can heal our crisis of social isolation and struggle to find purpose—a message we need more than ever for our spiritual and emotional well-being in the age of COVID-19.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Read the Introduction of The Power of Ritual\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://aerbook.com/books/The_Power_of_Ritual_Turning_Everyday_Activities_into_Soulful_Practices-251415-465145.html?store_id=51\u0026amp;product_id=\"\u003eRead the Introduction of The Power of Ritual\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Insights - Sacred Design Lab\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://sacred.design/insights\"\u003eInsights - Sacred Design Lab\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The structures of community and spirituality are rapidly changing. Learn about the innovative ideas, creative solutions, and emerging trends that are shaping our culture. (Contains links to PDF monographs: Design for the Human Soul, How We Gather, Care of Souls, Something More, Faithful, and more.)\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"How We Gather (PDF)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://sacred.design/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/How_We_Gather_Digital_4.11.17.pdf\"\u003eHow We Gather (PDF)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Harry Potter and the Sacred Text (Website)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.harrypottersacredtext.com/\"\u003eHarry Potter and the Sacred Text (Website)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Reading Fiction Doesn’t Help Us Escape The World, It Helps Us Live In It\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"‎Harry Potter and the Sacred Text (Apple Podcasts)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harry-potter-and-the-sacred-text/id1096113994\"\u003e‎Harry Potter and the Sacred Text (Apple Podcasts)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Casper ter Kuile as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Is Harry Potter a sacred text? According to our guest, Casper ter Kuile, Ministry Innovation Fellow at Harvard Divinity School and the co-founder of the [Sacred Design Lab](https://sacred.design/), it is if you bring that approach to the series.  His study of the ways in which people find meaning through text, community, and tradition has opened up vibrant conversations that break down the walls of \"religious\" and \"secular\" by illuminating the human experiences that unite them. In his new book, _The Power of Ritual_, he explores the ways that ritual -- even when nominally secular -- can help us build community, find meaning, and connect our past with our future. This conversation was recorded in late March of 2020. ","date_published":"2020-06-25T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/cc7c0b0f-4b84-4630-8361-b1a9b651ce79.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40981993,"duration_in_seconds":2558}]},{"id":"a56e4d73-0b62-40b2-b707-5f736c08d5b1","title":"S3 Ep. 8: Whole-Body Judaism","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/37","content_text":"Yoshi Silverstein’s passions — which include Jewish outdoor and environmental education, as well as fitness and movement — each strive toward creative embodied Jewish practice. We explore how these approaches can contribute to a resilient Jewish community, and conclude by applying them to the upcoming holiday of Shavuot: how might they help us experience revelation and gratitude in the midst of an uncertain future?\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Yoshi Silverstein.Links:Mitsui Collective – Resilient. Together. — Building resilient community around nature \u0026amp; wellness, embodied Jewish practice, and multiracial justice.About – Yoshi SilversteinOverview - Hazon — JOFEE stands for Jewish Outdoor, Food, Farming \u0026amp; Environmental Education. These experiences connect  people to Judaism, community, and the natural world through hands-on, thoughtful and engaging Jewish content across different ages, Jewish backgrounds, and religious approaches. EDOT – עדוֹת-המידווסט The Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative – UW–Madison — Edot HaMidwest: The Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative (“Edot”) is a set of partnerships and activities focused on affirming Jewish racial and ethnic diversity across communities in the Midwest region. Supporting the leadership of Jewish People of Color (JOC’s) is our driver for change.ShavuotShavuot resources at ReconstructingJudaism.orgCelebrating the Seven Days of Shavuot: A Journey of Revelation and Relationship (From Evolve) — Let’s expand our observance of Shavuot—affirming our relationship with the Earth and our commitment to deepening our relationship with all people.Revelation Can Be Terrifying (from Evolve) — The Bible’s description of the shuddering of the people at Mount Sinai reflects a deep truth about how moments of revelatory insight can be frightening.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eYoshi Silverstein’s passions — which include Jewish outdoor and environmental education, as well as fitness and movement — each strive toward creative embodied Jewish practice. We explore how these approaches can contribute to a resilient Jewish community, and conclude by applying them to the upcoming holiday of Shavuot: how might they help us experience revelation and gratitude in the midst of an uncertain future?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Yoshi Silverstein.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Mitsui Collective – Resilient. Together.\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://mitsuicollective.org/\"\u003eMitsui Collective – Resilient. Together.\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Building resilient community around nature \u0026 wellness, embodied Jewish practice, and multiracial justice.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About – Yoshi Silverstein\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://yoshisilverstein.com/who/\"\u003eAbout – Yoshi Silverstein\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Overview - Hazon\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hazon.org/jofee/overview/\"\u003eOverview - Hazon\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; JOFEE stands for Jewish Outdoor, Food, Farming \u0026 Environmental Education. These experiences connect  people to Judaism, community, and the natural world through hands-on, thoughtful and engaging Jewish content across different ages, Jewish backgrounds, and religious approaches. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"EDOT – עדוֹת-המידווסט The Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative – UW–Madison\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://edot.wisc.edu/\"\u003eEDOT – עדוֹת-המידווסט The Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative – UW–Madison\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Edot HaMidwest: The Midwest Regional Jewish Diversity Collaborative (“Edot”) is a set of partnerships and activities focused on affirming Jewish racial and ethnic diversity across communities in the Midwest region. Supporting the leadership of Jewish People of Color (JOC’s) is our driver for change.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shavuot\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/shavuot?type=All\"\u003eShavuot\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shavuot resources at ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/jewish-time-shabbat-and-holidays/shavuot\"\u003eShavuot resources at ReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Celebrating the Seven Days of Shavuot: A Journey of Revelation and Relationship (From Evolve)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/shavuot-revelation-relationship\"\u003eCelebrating the Seven Days of Shavuot: A Journey of Revelation and Relationship (From Evolve)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Let’s expand our observance of Shavuot—affirming our relationship with the Earth and our commitment to deepening our relationship with all people.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Revelation Can Be Terrifying (from Evolve)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/revelation-can-be-terrifying\"\u003eRevelation Can Be Terrifying (from Evolve)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Bible’s description of the shuddering of the people at Mount Sinai reflects a deep truth about how moments of revelatory insight can be frightening.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Yoshi Silverstein’s passions — which include Jewish outdoor and environmental education, as well as fitness and movement — each strive toward creative embodied Jewish practice. We explore how these approaches can contribute to a resilient Jewish community, and conclude by applying them to the upcoming holiday of Shavuot: how might they help us experience revelation and gratitude in the midst of an uncertain future?","date_published":"2020-05-21T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/a56e4d73-0b62-40b2-b707-5f736c08d5b1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30202916,"duration_in_seconds":1884}]},{"id":"9606b15d-6812-4ba1-9c12-446c963ebbc8","title":"S3 Ep. 7: Including Everyone","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/36","content_text":"It's a fundamental Jewish belief that all human beings are created in the divine image.  But society all too often treats those with disabilities as second-class citizens. In our conversation with Jay Ruderman, we discuss his family foundation's work to advocate for and advance the inclusion of people with disabilities, both within the Jewish community and in society at large. We also delve into the dangers posed by the current pandemic to those with disabilities, as well as the opportunities this moment offers to affirm our deepest values by treating every person with concern and care.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Jay Ruderman.Links:Ruderman Family Foundation — The Ruderman Family Foundation believes that inclusion and understanding of all people is essential to a fair and flourishing community. Guided by our Jewish values, we advocate for and advance the inclusion of people with disabilities throughout our society; strengthen the relationship between Israel and the American Jewish Community; and model the practice of strategic philanthropy worldwide. We operate as a non-partisan strategic catalyst in cooperation with government, private sectors, civil society, and philanthropies.LINK20 — LINK20 is a global social movement led by a network of young activists, with and without disabilities. Our goal is to raise awareness on the right of people with disabilities to be fully included in our society and strengthen young activist’s leadership skills and influence in promoting inclusion and social justice.Ruderman Synagogue Inclusion Project | Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston — The Ruderman Synagogue Inclusion Project (RSIP) is a partnership between CJP and the Ruderman Family Foundation that supports synagogues in creating communities where people of all abilities are valued equally and participate fully.Fully Alive: Discovering What Matters Most, by Timothy Shriver (Amazon link)Reconstructionist Communities Make Disability Inclusion a Top Priority | Reconstructing JudaismWhat Does it Mean to be a Leader? Inspiration from Jewish Disability Advocacy Day | Jewish Week — Column by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., on Judaism and disability","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIt\u0026#39;s a fundamental Jewish belief that all human beings are created in the divine image.  But society all too often treats those with disabilities as second-class citizens. In our conversation with Jay Ruderman, we discuss his family foundation\u0026#39;s work to advocate for and advance the inclusion of people with disabilities, both within the Jewish community and in society at large. We also delve into the dangers posed by the current pandemic to those with disabilities, as well as the opportunities this moment offers to affirm our deepest values by treating every person with concern and care.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Jay Ruderman.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ruderman Family Foundation\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://rudermanfoundation.org/\"\u003eRuderman Family Foundation\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Ruderman Family Foundation believes that inclusion and understanding of all people is essential to a fair and flourishing community. Guided by our Jewish values, we advocate for and advance the inclusion of people with disabilities throughout our society; strengthen the relationship between Israel and the American Jewish Community; and model the practice of strategic philanthropy worldwide. We operate as a non-partisan strategic catalyst in cooperation with government, private sectors, civil society, and philanthropies.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"LINK20\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://rudermanfoundation.org/link20/\"\u003eLINK20\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; LINK20 is a global social movement led by a network of young activists, with and without disabilities. Our goal is to raise awareness on the right of people with disabilities to be fully included in our society and strengthen young activist’s leadership skills and influence in promoting inclusion and social justice.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ruderman Synagogue Inclusion Project | Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.cjp.org/our-work/caring-social-justice/ruderman-synagogue-inclusion-project\"\u003eRuderman Synagogue Inclusion Project | Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Ruderman Synagogue Inclusion Project (RSIP) is a partnership between CJP and the Ruderman Family Foundation that supports synagogues in creating communities where people of all abilities are valued equally and participate fully.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fully Alive: Discovering What Matters Most, by Timothy Shriver (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0374535825/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eFully Alive: Discovering What Matters Most, by Timothy Shriver (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructionist Communities Make Disability Inclusion a Top Priority | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/reconstructionist-communities-make-disability-inclusion-top-priority\"\u003eReconstructionist Communities Make Disability Inclusion a Top Priority | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"What Does it Mean to be a Leader? Inspiration from Jewish Disability Advocacy Day | Jewish Week\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jewishweek.timesofisrael.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-leader-inspiration-from-jewish-disability-advocacy-day/?fbclid=IwAR3d9XUvg5PAhm7KwPaLbadNpwUNJ3NjhzU_pPwM6TAhVyJOzKtYuWxTPlI\"\u003eWhat Does it Mean to be a Leader? Inspiration from Jewish Disability Advocacy Day | Jewish Week\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Column by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D., on Judaism and disability\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"It's a fundamental Jewish belief that all human beings are created in the divine image.  But society all too often treats those with disabilities as second-class citizens. In our conversation with Jay Ruderman, we discuss his family foundation's work to advocate for and advance the inclusion of people with disabilities, both within the Jewish community and in society at large. We also delve into the dangers posed by the current pandemic to those with disabilities, as well as the opportunities this moment offers to affirm our deepest values by treating every person with concern and care.","date_published":"2020-04-21T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/9606b15d-6812-4ba1-9c12-446c963ebbc8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36522509,"duration_in_seconds":2274}]},{"id":"96751576-8bf1-42f1-b5c9-dca2c0a04ef8","title":"S3 Ep. 6: Spiritual Leadership in Times of Crisis","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/35","content_text":"As the coronavirus pandemic took hold, Rabbi Joshua Lesser created a Facebook group to support and connect clergy of all faiths struggling to respond to the crisis. Over five thousand people joined within the first two weeks. We discuss the exponential growth of the multifaith community he created and reflect on both the practical challenges and interior dimensions of spiritual leadership in times like these. Rabbi Lesser also explores the lessons he learned about community and vulnerability as an out gay rabbi during the height of the AIDS crisis, and how that experience informs his work now.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Joshua Lesser.Links:Sojourn — The Southern Jewish Resource Network for Gender \u0026amp; Sexual Diversity (SOJOURN) is the American South's resource for Jewish \u0026amp; LGBTQ+ programming, education, support, and advocacy. Our mission is to advance LGBTQ+ affirmation and empowerment across the South.Streaming Services - Congregation Bet HaverimMultifaith Clergy \u0026amp; Spiritual Communal Responses to Covid-19 (Facebook group)Atlanta Rabbi Starts an international, multifaith support system for clergy...Brené BrownWhen the threat is random, the Jewish response is compassion | Jewish Week — Op-ed from Rabbi Deborah WaxmanEvolve Episode 3: Preparing our Communities for Conversations on RaceHashivenu S3 Ep. 5: Catching Our Breath — As the current pandemic disrupts our lives and everyday connections, we each face the dual challenge of saving lives and caring for our souls. Rabbi Deborah Waxman reflects on the Jewish spiritual imagery that unites these concerns and shares a practice of breath work that can sustain us in stressful times.Spotify – Congregation Bet Haverim","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAs the coronavirus pandemic took hold, Rabbi Joshua Lesser created a Facebook group to support and connect clergy of all faiths struggling to respond to the crisis. Over five thousand people joined within the first two weeks. We discuss the exponential growth of the multifaith community he created and reflect on both the practical challenges and interior dimensions of spiritual leadership in times like these. Rabbi Lesser also explores the lessons he learned about community and vulnerability as an out gay rabbi during the height of the AIDS crisis, and how that experience informs his work now.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Joshua Lesser.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sojourn\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://sojourngsd.org/\"\u003eSojourn\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Southern Jewish Resource Network for Gender \u0026 Sexual Diversity (SOJOURN) is the American South's resource for Jewish \u0026 LGBTQ+ programming, education, support, and advocacy. Our mission is to advance LGBTQ+ affirmation and empowerment across the South.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Streaming Services - Congregation Bet Haverim\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.congregationbethaverim.org/streaming\"\u003eStreaming Services - Congregation Bet Haverim\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Multifaith Clergy \u0026amp; Spiritual Communal Responses to Covid-19 (Facebook group)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/569777463893942/\"\u003eMultifaith Clergy \u0026amp; Spiritual Communal Responses to Covid-19 (Facebook group)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Atlanta Rabbi Starts an international, multifaith support system for clergy...\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta-rabbi-starts-international-multifaith-support-system-for-clergy-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/uyqYfeQEhWEYSJYOFKlw2J/\"\u003eAtlanta Rabbi Starts an international, multifaith support system for clergy...\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Brené Brown\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://brenebrown.com/\"\u003eBrené Brown\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"When the threat is random, the Jewish response is compassion | Jewish Week\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jewishweek.timesofisrael.com/when-the-threat-is-random-the-jewish-response-is-compassion/\"\u003eWhen the threat is random, the Jewish response is compassion | Jewish Week\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Op-ed from Rabbi Deborah Waxman\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve Episode 3: Preparing our Communities for Conversations on Race\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://evolve.fireside.fm/3\"\u003eEvolve Episode 3: Preparing our Communities for Conversations on Race\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hashivenu S3 Ep. 5: Catching Our Breath\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/34\"\u003eHashivenu S3 Ep. 5: Catching Our Breath\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; As the current pandemic disrupts our lives and everyday connections, we each face the dual challenge of saving lives and caring for our souls. Rabbi Deborah Waxman reflects on the Jewish spiritual imagery that unites these concerns and shares a practice of breath work that can sustain us in stressful times.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Spotify – Congregation Bet Haverim\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Tn8zapISfAIBnkuEMLDMN?si=5R9TPdENRoCV_CVN1w0L-g\"\u003eSpotify – Congregation Bet Haverim\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"As the coronavirus pandemic took hold, Rabbi Joshua Lesser created a Facebook group to support and connect clergy of all faiths struggling to respond to the crisis. Over five thousand people joined within the first two weeks. We discuss the exponential growth of the multifaith community he created and reflect on both the practical challenges and interior dimensions of spiritual leadership in times like these. Rabbi Lesser also explores the lessons he learned about community and vulnerability as an out gay rabbi during the height of the AIDS crisis, and how that experience informs his work now.","date_published":"2020-04-02T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/96751576-8bf1-42f1-b5c9-dca2c0a04ef8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":35897788,"duration_in_seconds":2240}]},{"id":"6b745284-879f-496d-8fca-ddcc064e32e8","title":"S3 Ep. 5: Catching Our Breath","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/34","content_text":"As the current pandemic disrupts our lives and everyday connections, we each face the dual challenge of saving lives and caring for our souls. Rabbi Deborah Waxman reflects on the Jewish spiritual imagery that unites these concerns and shares a practice of breath work that can sustain us in stressful times.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Links:Hashivenu Episode 19: Gratitude — Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal Jewish practice that sustains her in difficult times, in the hopes that it might help cultivate resilience among our listeners.Oh Pure Soul: Elohai n’shama | Rabbi Shefa GoldElohai Neshama by Rabbi Judy Kummer on SoundcloudRecon Connect Beit Midrash - Rabbi Deborah Waxman on VimeoWhen the threat is random, the Jewish response is compassion | Jewish Week — Op-Ed by Rabbi Deborah Waxman","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAs the current pandemic disrupts our lives and everyday connections, we each face the dual challenge of saving lives and caring for our souls. Rabbi Deborah Waxman reflects on the Jewish spiritual imagery that unites these concerns and shares a practice of breath work that can sustain us in stressful times.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hashivenu Episode 19: Gratitude\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/19\"\u003eHashivenu Episode 19: Gratitude\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal Jewish practice that sustains her in difficult times, in the hopes that it might help cultivate resilience among our listeners.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Oh Pure Soul: Elohai n’shama | Rabbi Shefa Gold\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.rabbishefagold.com/elohai-nshama/\"\u003eOh Pure Soul: Elohai n’shama | Rabbi Shefa Gold\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Elohai Neshama by Rabbi Judy Kummer on Soundcloud\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://soundcloud.com/jewishrecon/elohai-neshama\"\u003eElohai Neshama by Rabbi Judy Kummer on Soundcloud\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Recon Connect Beit Midrash - Rabbi Deborah Waxman on Vimeo\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://vimeo.com/399970936?fbclid=IwAR25L_4rqz0ME9ifyu_Ht-LBRk9xX6dk4ukvj3Bul2u0rdyt9MDyXz4FXBc\"\u003eRecon Connect Beit Midrash - Rabbi Deborah Waxman on Vimeo\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"When the threat is random, the Jewish response is compassion | Jewish Week\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jewishweek.timesofisrael.com/when-the-threat-is-random-the-jewish-response-is-compassion/\"\u003eWhen the threat is random, the Jewish response is compassion | Jewish Week\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Op-Ed by Rabbi Deborah Waxman\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"As the current pandemic disrupts our lives and everyday connections, we each face the dual challenge of saving lives and caring for our souls. Rabbi Deborah Waxman reflects on the Jewish spiritual imagery that unites these concerns and shares a practice of breath work that can sustain us in stressful times.","date_published":"2020-03-24T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/6b745284-879f-496d-8fca-ddcc064e32e8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":20013405,"duration_in_seconds":1246}]},{"id":"5a5f9478-2ed7-493d-8206-bef43c3225c1","title":"S3 Ep. 4: Despair to Awakening","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/33","content_text":"As our lives are disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, we speak with Dr. Ameet Ravital, a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating trauma. We reflect on personal experiences of anxiety and grief, and discuss strategies he uses to support an orientation toward joy even in the hardest times. Our conversation draws on [his beautiful essay, \"Despair to Awakening\",  free to read at Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations].(http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/despair-to-awakening)\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Ameet Ravital.Links:Despair to Awakening (Essay on Evolve) — A clinical psychologist who specializes in treating trauma, Dr. Ameet Ravital offers three suggestions about how to approach our despair about the state of the world.Website of Dr. Ameet RavitalSelf-care during a pandemic (Blog post from website of Dr. Ameet Ravital)  — COVID-19, the corona-virus, now being called a global \"pandemic\", is here and we have to cope with it. Measures to contain its spread may feel extreme and challenging (school and work closures, social distancing, isolation and quarantining of any persons suspected of being infected, and incessant sanitizing of all surfaces).\r\n\r\nHere are some suggestions for keeping our immune systems strong, and taking care of ourselve​s emotionally​ in the face of uncertainty, as we gradually reduce the scope of our lives to staying at home for an indefinite period of time.Dorshei Derekh – Germantown Jewish Centre","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAs our lives are disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, we speak with Dr. Ameet Ravital, a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating trauma. We reflect on personal experiences of anxiety and grief, and discuss strategies he uses to support an orientation toward joy even in the hardest times. Our conversation draws on [his beautiful essay, \u0026quot;Despair to Awakening\u0026quot;,  free to read at Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations].(\u003ca href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/despair-to-awakening\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttp://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/despair-to-awakening\u003c/a\u003e)\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Ameet Ravital.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Despair to Awakening (Essay on Evolve)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/despair-to-awakening\"\u003eDespair to Awakening (Essay on Evolve)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A clinical psychologist who specializes in treating trauma, Dr. Ameet Ravital offers three suggestions about how to approach our despair about the state of the world.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Website of Dr. Ameet Ravital\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.ravitalhome.com/\"\u003eWebsite of Dr. Ameet Ravital\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Self-care during a pandemic (Blog post from website of Dr. Ameet Ravital) \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.ravitalhome.com/home/self-care-during-a-pandemic\"\u003eSelf-care during a pandemic (Blog post from website of Dr. Ameet Ravital) \u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; COVID-19, the corona-virus, now being called a global \"pandemic\", is here and we have to cope with it. Measures to contain its spread may feel extreme and challenging (school and work closures, social distancing, isolation and quarantining of any persons suspected of being infected, and incessant sanitizing of all surfaces).\r\n\r\nHere are some suggestions for keeping our immune systems strong, and taking care of ourselve​s emotionally​ in the face of uncertainty, as we gradually reduce the scope of our lives to staying at home for an indefinite period of time.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dorshei Derekh – Germantown Jewish Centre\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://germantownjewishcentre.org/dorshei-derekh/\"\u003eDorshei Derekh – Germantown Jewish Centre\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"As our lives are disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, we speak with Dr. Ameet Ravital, a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating trauma. We reflect on personal experiences of anxiety and grief, and discuss strategies he uses to support an orientation toward joy even in the hardest times. Our conversation draws on his beautiful essay, \"Despair to Awakening\",  free to read at Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations.","date_published":"2020-03-20T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/5a5f9478-2ed7-493d-8206-bef43c3225c1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":35394133,"duration_in_seconds":2206}]},{"id":"7ab1582f-bfc2-4d7f-a966-8c885029b8dc","title":"S3 Ep. 3: The Song of Community","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/32","content_text":"We speak with Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann, Rabbi of the SAJ: Judaism That Stands For All. Our conversation explores the importance of placing joy and connection at the center of vibrant Jewish community, even (or especially) one deeply committed to social justice and activism. We also discuss the lessons learned from building a start-up congregation, and how they translate into her work at a 98-year-old flagship Reconstructionist synagogue.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann.Links:Kol TzedekSAJ – Judaism That Stands For AllHashivenu Episode 15: Singing TogetherHistory of SAJSAJ on FacebookAfter a Hiatus, Jewish Life Returns to West Philly – The Forward — This 2006 article from the Forward chronicles the beginnings of Kol Tzedek.A Reconstructionist Shul Grows in West Philly - Jewish Exponent — This 2018 article from the Jewish Exponent explores the vibrant growth of Kol Tzedek in the years since its founding.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWe speak with Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann, Rabbi of the SAJ: Judaism That Stands For All. Our conversation explores the importance of placing joy and connection at the center of vibrant Jewish community, even (or especially) one deeply committed to social justice and activism. We also discuss the lessons learned from building a start-up congregation, and how they translate into her work at a 98-year-old flagship Reconstructionist synagogue.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Kol Tzedek\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.kol-tzedek.org/\"\u003eKol Tzedek\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"SAJ – Judaism That Stands For All\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://saj.nyc/\"\u003eSAJ – Judaism That Stands For All\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hashivenu Episode 15: Singing Together\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/15\"\u003eHashivenu Episode 15: Singing Together\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"History of SAJ\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://saj.nyc/connect/history-of-saj/\"\u003eHistory of SAJ\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"SAJ on Facebook\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SAJNYC/\"\u003eSAJ on Facebook\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"After a Hiatus, Jewish Life Returns to West Philly – The Forward\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://forward.com/articles/1657/after-a-hiatus-jewish-life-returns-to-west-philly/\"\u003eAfter a Hiatus, Jewish Life Returns to West Philly – The Forward\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This 2006 article from the Forward chronicles the beginnings of Kol Tzedek.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Reconstructionist Shul Grows in West Philly - Jewish Exponent\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.jewishexponent.com/2018/09/20/a-reconstructionist-shul-grows-in-west-philly/\"\u003eA Reconstructionist Shul Grows in West Philly - Jewish Exponent\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This 2018 article from the Jewish Exponent explores the vibrant growth of Kol Tzedek in the years since its founding.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"We speak with Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann, Rabbi of the SAJ: Judaism That Stands For All. Our conversation explores the importance of placing joy and connection at the center of vibrant Jewish community, even (or especially) one deeply committed to social justice and activism. We also discuss the lessons learned from building a start-up congregation, and how they translate into her work at a 98-year-old flagship Reconstructionist synagogue.","date_published":"2020-02-03T00:15:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/7ab1582f-bfc2-4d7f-a966-8c885029b8dc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":27859784,"duration_in_seconds":1737}]},{"id":"11e1db73-e946-45a5-8c42-77b620860cbd","title":"S3 Ep. 2: Living in Beloved Community","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/31","content_text":"We speak with Rabbi Sara Luria, co-founder of Beloved, a home-based spiritual community in Brooklyn. Our conversation explores the power of putting love, nurturing and acceptance at the center of community life. We also explore what Beloved Brooklyn can teach the broader Jewish communal world, and reflect on new models of leadership opened up by forty years of women in the American rabbinate. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Sara Luria.Links:Beloved BrooklynImmerseNYCJudaism Unbound Episode 115: Beloved - Sara Luria, Isaac LuriaA Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward an Undivided Life - Parker J. Palmer (Amazon link)The Active Life: A Spirituality of Work, Creativity, and Caring - Parker J. Palmer (Amazon link)All About Love: New Visions - bell hooks (Amazon link)","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWe speak with Rabbi Sara Luria, co-founder of Beloved, a home-based spiritual community in Brooklyn. Our conversation explores the power of putting love, nurturing and acceptance at the center of community life. We also explore what Beloved Brooklyn can teach the broader Jewish communal world, and reflect on new models of leadership opened up by forty years of women in the American rabbinate. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Sara Luria.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Beloved Brooklyn\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.belovedbk.org/\"\u003eBeloved Brooklyn\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"ImmerseNYC\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.immersenyc.org/\"\u003eImmerseNYC\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Judaism Unbound Episode 115: Beloved - Sara Luria, Isaac Luria\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.judaismunbound.com/podcast/2018/4/17/judaism-unbound-episode-115-beloved-sara-luria-isaac-luria2\"\u003eJudaism Unbound Episode 115: Beloved - Sara Luria, Isaac Luria\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward an Undivided Life - Parker J. Palmer (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0470453761/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eA Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward an Undivided Life - Parker J. Palmer (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Active Life: A Spirituality of Work, Creativity, and Caring - Parker J. Palmer (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0787949345/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Active Life: A Spirituality of Work, Creativity, and Caring - Parker J. Palmer (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"All About Love: New Visions - bell hooks (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0060959479/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eAll About Love: New Visions - bell hooks (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"We speak with Rabbi Sara Luria, co-founder of Beloved, a home-based spiritual community in Brooklyn. Our conversation explores the power of putting love, nurturing and acceptance at the center of community life. We also explore what Beloved Brooklyn can teach the broader Jewish communal world, and reflect on new models of leadership opened up by forty years of women in the American rabbinate. ","date_published":"2020-01-09T13:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/11e1db73-e946-45a5-8c42-77b620860cbd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":28853453,"duration_in_seconds":1799}]},{"id":"30b8facf-2fca-41b2-9408-5e50935f5ee0","title":"S3 Ep. 1: Finding Sustenance in Covenantal Community","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/30","content_text":"Rabbi Sid Schwarz has devoted his career to the practice and study of building rich and engaging Jewish communities. In our conversation, we talk about the groundbreaking congregation he built, Adat Shalom, which continues to serve as a laboratory for innovation to this day. And we ask the question: as new platforms for Jewish life and community emerge in the 21st century, what values and practices make a community truly sustaining and meaningful?  \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Sid Schwarz, Ph.D..Links:Rabbi Sid Schwarz | Rabbi, social entrepreneur, non-profit CEO, authorClergy Leadership Incubator | Training Visionary Spiritual Leaders for the American Jewish Community — The Clergy Leadership Incubator (CLI) is a two-year program to support and encourage rabbis serving congregations or other new models of spiritual community in the areas of innovative thinking, change management and institutional transformation.Kenissa: Communities of Meaning Network — Kenissa: Communities of Meaning Network connects individuals who are leading contemporary efforts to re-imagine Jewish life and community.Congregation Beth Israel of MediaAdat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation |About Pearlstone - Jewish Retreat Center \u0026amp; Outdoor Education Campus | Pearlstone — Pearlstone Center's mission: to ignite Jewish passion while connecting guests with the land and Jewish values; our peaceful retreat center, sustainable farm, and dynamic programming enable and inspire vibrant Jewish life.Congregation T'chiyah — Reconstructing Jewish life in Metro DetroitDetroit Jews for Justice — Organizing Jewish community in Metro Detroit to participate in movements for racial and economic justice.Justice in Detroit: Reconstructionists Lead the Way — 2016 article from Reconstructionism Today on the relationship between Congregational T'chiyah and Detroit Jews for JusticeRitualwell: Rituals and Prayers for Communal Life","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eRabbi Sid Schwarz has devoted his career to the practice and study of building rich and engaging Jewish communities. In our conversation, we talk about the groundbreaking congregation he built, Adat Shalom, which continues to serve as a laboratory for innovation to this day. And we ask the question: as new platforms for Jewish life and community emerge in the 21st century, what values and practices make a community truly sustaining and meaningful?  \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Sid Schwarz, Ph.D..\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Sid Schwarz | Rabbi, social entrepreneur, non-profit CEO, author\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbisid.org/\"\u003eRabbi Sid Schwarz | Rabbi, social entrepreneur, non-profit CEO, author\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Clergy Leadership Incubator | Training Visionary Spiritual Leaders for the American Jewish Community\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.cliforum.org/\"\u003eClergy Leadership Incubator | Training Visionary Spiritual Leaders for the American Jewish Community\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Clergy Leadership Incubator (CLI) is a two-year program to support and encourage rabbis serving congregations or other new models of spiritual community in the areas of innovative thinking, change management and institutional transformation.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Kenissa: Communities of Meaning Network\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://kenissa.org/\"\u003eKenissa: Communities of Meaning Network\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Kenissa: Communities of Meaning Network connects individuals who are leading contemporary efforts to re-imagine Jewish life and community.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Congregation Beth Israel of Media\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.bethisraelmedia.org/\"\u003eCongregation Beth Israel of Media\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation |\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.adatshalom.net/\"\u003eAdat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation |\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About Pearlstone - Jewish Retreat Center \u0026amp; Outdoor Education Campus | Pearlstone\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.pearlstonecenter.org/about-us/\"\u003eAbout Pearlstone - Jewish Retreat Center \u0026amp; Outdoor Education Campus | Pearlstone\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Pearlstone Center's mission: to ignite Jewish passion while connecting guests with the land and Jewish values; our peaceful retreat center, sustainable farm, and dynamic programming enable and inspire vibrant Jewish life.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Congregation T\u0026#39;chiyah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.tchiyah.org/\"\u003eCongregation T\u0026#39;chiyah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Reconstructing Jewish life in Metro Detroit\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Detroit Jews for Justice\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.detroitjewsforjustice.org/\"\u003eDetroit Jews for Justice\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Organizing Jewish community in Metro Detroit to participate in movements for racial and economic justice.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Justice in Detroit: Reconstructionists Lead the Way\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://us6.campaign-archive.com/?e=[UNIQID]\u0026amp;u=e8dc2f2d9405f4a028431548a\u0026amp;id=ab46c196fb\"\u003eJustice in Detroit: Reconstructionists Lead the Way\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; 2016 article from Reconstructionism Today on the relationship between Congregational T'chiyah and Detroit Jews for Justice\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: Rituals and Prayers for Communal Life\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/communal-milestones?type=All\u0026amp;page=1\"\u003eRitualwell: Rituals and Prayers for Communal Life\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Sid Schwarz has devoted his career to the practice and study of building rich and engaging Jewish communities. In our conversation, we talk about the groundbreaking congregation he built, Adat Shalom, which continues to serve as a laboratory for innovation to this day. And we ask the question: as new platforms for Jewish life and community emerge in the 21st century, what values and practices make a community truly sustaining and meaningful?  ","date_published":"2019-12-10T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/30b8facf-2fca-41b2-9408-5e50935f5ee0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28838509,"duration_in_seconds":1798}]},{"id":"7f995f8f-2ef4-46af-b8c5-3b4ac95428fe","title":"Season 3 Intro: Resilience Through Community","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/s3-intro","content_text":"In this upcoming season of Hashivenu, we’re going to talk to a lot of people who are thinking about and practicing how to create community. Many of them will be talking about synagogues, since that is a primary location of Jewish community, but this isn’t a pitch for synagogues. It’s a pitch for binding relationships, for mutual obligation, for connection, so we’ll also be talking to folks building communities in spaces other than synagogues. I hope you’ll listen with open hearts and will find insights and strategies to fill you up and nourish you on your own journeys.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this upcoming season of Hashivenu, we’re going to talk to a lot of people who are thinking about and practicing how to create community. Many of them will be talking about synagogues, since that is a primary location of Jewish community, but this isn’t a pitch for synagogues. It’s a pitch for binding relationships, for mutual obligation, for connection, so we’ll also be talking to folks building communities in spaces other than synagogues. I hope you’ll listen with open hearts and will find insights and strategies to fill you up and nourish you on your own journeys.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"In this upcoming season of Hashivenu, we’re going to talk to a lot of people who are thinking about and practicing how to create community. Many of them will be talking about synagogues, since that is a primary location of Jewish community, but this isn’t a pitch for synagogues. It’s a pitch for binding relationships, for mutual obligation, for connection, so we’ll also be talking to folks building communities in spaces other than synagogues. I hope you’ll listen with open hearts and will find insights and strategies to fill you up and nourish you on your own journeys.","date_published":"2019-12-09T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/7f995f8f-2ef4-46af-b8c5-3b4ac95428fe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":6528711,"duration_in_seconds":406}]},{"id":"9be3d13d-508a-44ae-b134-b8a7d467ad45","title":"S2 Ep. 8: Halleluyah: Fueling Our Social Activism through Gratitude and Praise","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/29","content_text":"What drives us toward justice? Often, we're driven by a sense of the world's brokenness that keeps us up at night. In our conversation with Rabbi Alex Weissman, we explore an alternative motivation: what gets us up in the morning? In a conversation based on his essay for Evolve, Halleluyah, and his other work around spirituality and activism, we discuss how deeply-felt experiences of gratitude and blessing can move us toward empathetic action. \n\nSee below for a link to a guided meditation led by Rabbi Weissman for the 2018 cohort of Reset: Spiritual Practice for Activists.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Alex Weissman.Links:Evolve: Halleluyah — Through practicing gratitude and recognizing the complexities of privilege, we are better suited to pursue the work of changing the world. (Essay by Alex Weissman)Evolve: Jewish Approaches to Justice WorkVideo from Reset:  Meditation by Rabbi Alex Weissman — Video of guided meditation along the themes of this episode,  led by Rabbi Alex Weissman for the 2018 cohort of Reset: Spiritual Practice for ActivistsRitualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire GratitudeShlomo Wolbe - Wikipedia","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhat drives us toward justice? Often, we\u0026#39;re driven by a sense of the world\u0026#39;s brokenness that keeps us up at night. In our conversation with Rabbi Alex Weissman, we explore an alternative motivation: what gets us up in the morning? In a conversation based on his essay for Evolve, \u003cem\u003eHalleluyah\u003c/em\u003e, and his other work around spirituality and activism, we discuss how deeply-felt experiences of gratitude and blessing can move us toward empathetic action. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee below for a link to a guided meditation led by Rabbi Weissman for the 2018 cohort of \u003ca href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/reset2018\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReset: Spiritual Practice for Activists.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Alex Weissman.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve: Halleluyah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/halleluyah\"\u003eEvolve: Halleluyah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Through practicing gratitude and recognizing the complexities of privilege, we are better suited to pursue the work of changing the world. (Essay by Alex Weissman)\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Evolve: Jewish Approaches to Justice Work\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://evolve.reconstructingjudaism.org/jewishapproachestojusticework\"\u003eEvolve: Jewish Approaches to Justice Work\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Video from Reset:  Meditation by Rabbi Alex Weissman\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://vimeo.com/281654580\"\u003eVideo from Reset:  Meditation by Rabbi Alex Weissman\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Video of guided meditation along the themes of this episode,  led by Rabbi Alex Weissman for the 2018 cohort of Reset: Spiritual Practice for Activists\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-resources-inspire-gratitude\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shlomo Wolbe - Wikipedia\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shlomo_Wolbe\"\u003eShlomo Wolbe - Wikipedia\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"What drives us toward justice? Often, we're driven by a sense of the world's brokenness that keeps us up at night. In our conversation with Rabbi Alex Weissman, we explore an alternative motivation: what gets us up in the morning? In a conversation based on his essay for Evolve, _Halleluyah_, and his other work around spirituality and activism, we discuss how deeply-felt experiences of gratitude and blessing can move us toward empathetic action. ","date_published":"2019-11-07T13:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/9be3d13d-508a-44ae-b134-b8a7d467ad45.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":23644771,"duration_in_seconds":1469}]},{"id":"d1d09655-7b15-4b4a-a290-26afb7fea958","title":"S2 Ep. 7: Discernment and Renewal at the High Holidays","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/28","content_text":"The holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur call us to deeply individual reflection while embedded and connected with community, and to a humility that nevertheless acknowledges that our choices matter. We speak with Rabbi Barbara Penzner about the spiritual dynamics of the High Holiday days, and their power to help us find discernment, connection and renewal. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Barbara Penzner.Links:\"If Not Higher\", by I. L. PeretzAudio: \"If Not Higher by I.L. Peretz\" (Courtesy of Yiddish Book Center)Rabbi Simcha Bunim of Peshischa — \"Keep two pieces of paper in your pocket at all times. On one: “I am a speck of dust,” and on the other : “The world was created for me.”\"Tashlikh Reconstructed — “We accept the responsibility for changing and for changing this world. That is what people need to stay in hope. And without hope, there is no energy for no creative new solutions,” says Rabbi Amy Bernstein in this moving video, Tashlikh Reconstructed. Produced by Kehillat Israel, A Reconstructionist Congregation in Pacific Palisades, Calif., the video explores the centuries-old Rosh Hashanah tradition of symbolically casting off sins into a body of water, illustrating how one community has reconstructed a ritual born in the Middle Ages for our anxious, post-modern times. Kehillat Israel also demonstrates how the phrase Reconstructing Judaism perfectly encapsulates the mission of Reconstructionist communities. Ritualwell Resources: Month of Elul — Each year as summer fades into fall, Jewish tradition invites us to turn inward. The month of Elul precedes the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We dedicate this time to preparing ourselves for the holidays so that we can experience them as fully as possible. Ritualwell: Rosh Hashanah — Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, is the first of the High Holy Days or Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). It weds seriousness with celebration and begins the 10 days of repentance that culminate in Yom Kippur. The new year focuses our attention on themes of judgment, repentance, memory, and the divine presence in the world. At the same time, Rosh Hashanah invites us to celebrate birth and creation on many levelsRitualwell: Yom Kippur — Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, falls ten days after Rosh Hashanah. When the Temple stood in Jerusalem, the High Priest effected atonement for the entire people through an elaborate ritual. Today, in the absence of the Temple, each of us stands, alone, together, naked as it were, before God. Yom Kippur is the dramatic culmination of the entire season of teshuvah, repentance. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur call us to deeply individual reflection while embedded and connected with community, and to a humility that nevertheless acknowledges that our choices matter. We speak with Rabbi Barbara Penzner about the spiritual dynamics of the High Holiday days, and their power to help us find discernment, connection and renewal. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Barbara Penzner.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;If Not Higher\u0026quot;, by I. L. Peretz\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://radicaljew.com/bontsha-the-silent-by-i-l-peretz/\"\u003e\u0026quot;If Not Higher\u0026quot;, by I. L. Peretz\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Audio: \u0026quot;If Not Higher by I.L. Peretz\u0026quot; (Courtesy of Yiddish Book Center)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://archive.org/download/IfNotHigherByI.l.Peretz/NYBCAudio-IfNotHigherByILPeretz432.mp3\"\u003eAudio: \u0026quot;If Not Higher by I.L. Peretz\u0026quot; (Courtesy of Yiddish Book Center)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Simcha Bunim of Peshischa\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.voices-visions.org/content/poster/collection-poster-rabbi-simcha-bunim-peshischa-nina-duran\"\u003eRabbi Simcha Bunim of Peshischa\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; \"Keep two pieces of paper in your pocket at all times. On one: “I am a speck of dust,” and on the other : “The world was created for me.”\"\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tashlikh Reconstructed\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/tashlikh-reconstructed\"\u003eTashlikh Reconstructed\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; “We accept the responsibility for changing and for changing this world. That is what people need to stay in hope. And without hope, there is no energy for no creative new solutions,” says Rabbi Amy Bernstein in this moving video, Tashlikh Reconstructed. Produced by Kehillat Israel, A Reconstructionist Congregation in Pacific Palisades, Calif., the video explores the centuries-old Rosh Hashanah tradition of symbolically casting off sins into a body of water, illustrating how one community has reconstructed a ritual born in the Middle Ages for our anxious, post-modern times. Kehillat Israel also demonstrates how the phrase Reconstructing Judaism perfectly encapsulates the mission of Reconstructionist communities. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell Resources: Month of Elul\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/month-elul\"\u003eRitualwell Resources: Month of Elul\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Each year as summer fades into fall, Jewish tradition invites us to turn inward. The month of Elul precedes the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We dedicate this time to preparing ourselves for the holidays so that we can experience them as fully as possible. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: Rosh Hashanah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/rosh-hashanah\"\u003eRitualwell: Rosh Hashanah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, is the first of the High Holy Days or Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). It weds seriousness with celebration and begins the 10 days of repentance that culminate in Yom Kippur. The new year focuses our attention on themes of judgment, repentance, memory, and the divine presence in the world. At the same time, Rosh Hashanah invites us to celebrate birth and creation on many levels\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: Yom Kippur\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/yom-kippur\"\u003eRitualwell: Yom Kippur\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, falls ten days after Rosh Hashanah. When the Temple stood in Jerusalem, the High Priest effected atonement for the entire people through an elaborate ritual. Today, in the absence of the Temple, each of us stands, alone, together, naked as it were, before God. Yom Kippur is the dramatic culmination of the entire season of teshuvah, repentance. \u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"The holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur call us to deeply individual reflection while embedded and connected with community, and to a humility that nevertheless acknowledges that our choices matter. We speak with Rabbi Barbara Penzner about the spiritual dynamics of the High Holiday days, and their power to help us find discernment, connection and renewal. \r\n","date_published":"2019-09-20T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/d1d09655-7b15-4b4a-a290-26afb7fea958.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":23968391,"duration_in_seconds":1492}]},{"id":"8660fe92-e159-4f02-99f1-3f6c4066da42","title":"S2 Ep. 6: Portraits of Resilience","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/27","content_text":"Daniel Jackson is an MIT professor and award-winning photographer who edited an extraordinary collection: Portraits of Resilience pairs images and first-person accounts of MIT community members who have struggled with mental health issues. We dig deeply into Judaism's powerful psychological and spiritual resources for resilience, particularly for those grappling with the isolation and shame that can come with depression.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Daniel Jackson.Links:Portraits of Resilience — At once a photo essay and a compendium of life stories, Portraits of Resilience brings us face to face with twenty-two extraordinary individuals, celebrating the wisdom they have gained on the front line of a contemporary battle. With astonishing honesty and openness, they describe their experiences of depression and anxiety; how they endured their darkest moments and ultimately found purpose and meaning in their struggles. Portraits of Resilience (Amazon link)Daniel Jackson PhotographyProfessor Daniel JacksonRitualwell: 10 Jewish Mental Health ResourcesNeed help with mental health?","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eDaniel Jackson is an MIT professor and award-winning photographer who edited an extraordinary collection: Portraits of Resilience pairs images and first-person accounts of MIT community members who have struggled with mental health issues. We dig deeply into Judaism\u0026#39;s powerful psychological and spiritual resources for resilience, particularly for those grappling with the isolation and shame that can come with depression.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Daniel Jackson.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Portraits of Resilience\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.portraitsofresilience.com/\"\u003ePortraits of Resilience\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; At once a photo essay and a compendium of life stories, Portraits of Resilience brings us face to face with twenty-two extraordinary individuals, celebrating the wisdom they have gained on the front line of a contemporary battle. With astonishing honesty and openness, they describe their experiences of depression and anxiety; how they endured their darkest moments and ultimately found purpose and meaning in their struggles. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Portraits of Resilience (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0262036789/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003ePortraits of Resilience (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Daniel Jackson Photography\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://danieljackson.photo/\"\u003eDaniel Jackson Photography\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Professor Daniel Jackson\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://people.csail.mit.edu/dnj/\"\u003eProfessor Daniel Jackson\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Jewish Mental Health Resources\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-jewish-mental-health-resources\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Jewish Mental Health Resources\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Need help with mental health?\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.portraitsofresilience.com/resources\"\u003eNeed help with mental health?\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Daniel Jackson is an MIT professor and award-winning photographer who edited an extraordinary collection: Portraits of Resilience pairs images and first-person accounts of MIT community members who have struggled with mental health issues. We dig deeply into Judaism's powerful psychological and spiritual resources for resilience, particularly for those grappling with the isolation and shame that can come with depression.","date_published":"2019-09-11T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/8660fe92-e159-4f02-99f1-3f6c4066da42.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":28826361,"duration_in_seconds":1793}]},{"id":"88667c48-b676-4b1f-915c-03fe71d59de4","title":"S2 Ep. 5: Raising Our Voices","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/26","content_text":"Dr. Koach Frazier is an audiologist, an activist, a rabbinical student and a powerful musician. We speak about singing and drumming, and explore how music can support us, uplift us, and lead us to transformation personally and collectively.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Koach Baruch Frazier.Links:Ritualwell resources: 10 Songs to Lift Up the Soul — Learn about the connection between music and activism from Dr. Koach Frazier in conversation with Rabbi Deborah Waxman at the podcast Hashivenu: Jewish Teachings on Resilience.Video: \"Cultivating Resilience Through the Practice of Lament\"Breathing in PesachKoach Frazier | Ferguson VoicesWho Raised You? Podcast — Season 1, Episode 1 of this podcast featured Koach Frazier. \"Join us for a kitchen table chat about remembering to breathe, the music of black church and Judaism, and revolutionary listening.\"","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eDr. Koach Frazier is an audiologist, an activist, a rabbinical student and a powerful musician. We speak about singing and drumming, and explore how music can support us, uplift us, and lead us to transformation personally and collectively.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Koach Baruch Frazier.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell resources: 10 Songs to Lift Up the Soul\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-songs-lift-soul\"\u003eRitualwell resources: 10 Songs to Lift Up the Soul\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Learn about the connection between music and activism from Dr. Koach Frazier in conversation with Rabbi Deborah Waxman at the podcast Hashivenu: Jewish Teachings on Resilience.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Video: \u0026quot;Cultivating Resilience Through the Practice of Lament\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/avodah/videos/232881504317739/\"\u003eVideo: \u0026quot;Cultivating Resilience Through the Practice of Lament\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Breathing in Pesach\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://kbfrazier.blogspot.com/2018/03/breathing-in-pesach.html?fbclid=IwAR0Kur5vL4aaFhrUvdszFEATFqLH41uriTgrGU1czdudkXxbNaL3yoqquS8\"\u003eBreathing in Pesach\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Koach Frazier | Ferguson Voices\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.fergusonvoices.org/voices/koach-frazier\"\u003eKoach Frazier | Ferguson Voices\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Who Raised You? Podcast\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.whoraisedyoupodcast.com/\"\u003eWho Raised You? Podcast\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Season 1, Episode 1 of this podcast featured Koach Frazier. \"Join us for a kitchen table chat about remembering to breathe, the music of black church and Judaism, and revolutionary listening.\"\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Dr. Koach Frazier is an audiologist, an activist, a rabbinical student and a powerful musician. We speak about singing and drumming, and explore how music can support us, uplift us, and lead us to transformation personally and collectively.","date_published":"2019-08-02T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/88667c48-b676-4b1f-915c-03fe71d59de4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":28819323,"duration_in_seconds":1797}]},{"id":"95893df4-de72-4d94-88a5-2d9768f090c6","title":"S2 Ep. 4: The Spiritual Activist","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/25","content_text":"Claudia Horwitz's life's work has focused on integrating spiritual practice with the work of social change. In this conversation, she shares the strains that social justice work can inflict on activists, and articulates the importance of deep inner work in anchoring and sustaining individuals and groups in their work of tikkun olam. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Claudia Horwitz.Links:18 Rituals for Social Activism from Ritualwell — Rituals have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. Below are 18 rituals which address, inspire, and motivate social activism, as recommended by Ritualwell. \r\n\r\ndont push the river | Resources for Transformation — Claudia Horwitz's personal websiteThe Spiritual Activist: Practices to Transform Your Life, Your Work, and Your World (Amazon link)Professor Jem Bendell on Deep Adaptation","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eClaudia Horwitz\u0026#39;s life\u0026#39;s work has focused on integrating spiritual practice with the work of social change. In this conversation, she shares the strains that social justice work can inflict on activists, and articulates the importance of deep inner work in anchoring and sustaining individuals and groups in their work of tikkun olam. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Claudia Horwitz.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"18 Rituals for Social Activism from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/18-rituals-social-activism\"\u003e18 Rituals for Social Activism from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rituals have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. Below are 18 rituals which address, inspire, and motivate social activism, as recommended by Ritualwell. \r\n\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"dont push the river | Resources for Transformation\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://dontpushtheriver.wordpress.com/\"\u003edont push the river | Resources for Transformation\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Claudia Horwitz's personal website\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Spiritual Activist: Practices to Transform Your Life, Your Work, and Your World (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0142196061/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Spiritual Activist: Practices to Transform Your Life, Your Work, and Your World (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Professor Jem Bendell on Deep Adaptation\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jembendell.com/2018/07/26/the-study-on-collapse-they-thought-you-should-not-read-yet/\"\u003eProfessor Jem Bendell on Deep Adaptation\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Claudia Horwitz's life's work has focused on integrating spiritual practice with the work of social change. In this conversation, she shares the strains that social justice work can inflict on activists, and articulates the importance of deep inner work in anchoring and sustaining individuals and groups in their work of tikkun olam. ","date_published":"2019-07-01T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/95893df4-de72-4d94-88a5-2d9768f090c6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29724781,"duration_in_seconds":1853}]},{"id":"f2fd0ad8-670a-4775-b9a5-fab0ca2e852e","title":"S2 Ep. 3: Changing the World from the Inside Out","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/24","content_text":"This compelling conversation with Rabbi David Jaffe explores the essential relationship between the pursuit of justice and the spiritual growth that comes from self-knowledge. We discuss his personal experiences of moral and spiritual awakening, as well as the tension between experiencing the brokenness of the world and opening ourselves to the unity of all creation. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi David Jaffe.Links:Homepage of Rabbi David JaffeThe Inside Out Wisdom and Action Project: Spiritual grounding tools for today's social justice leaders.Ritualwell resources: 10 Poems, Prayers, and Songs to Lift up your SoulAmazon link: Changing the World from the Inside Out: A Jewish Approach to Personal and Social ChangeRabbi Shlomo Wolbe - WikipediaHitbodedut - WikipediaHitbodedut resource: \"What’s Left When You Let Go? Pouring Out Oneself in Those Lone Moments and Quiet Places\" - The On Being ProjectHitbodedut resource from Ritualwell: \"Walking With the King\"Hitbodedut resource from Ritualwell: \"Prayer in Times Unknown\"Hitbodedut resource: \"How to Pray\" | Reconstructing Judaism","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis compelling conversation with Rabbi David Jaffe explores the essential relationship between the pursuit of justice and the spiritual growth that comes from self-knowledge. We discuss his personal experiences of moral and spiritual awakening, as well as the tension between experiencing the brokenness of the world and opening ourselves to the unity of all creation. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi David Jaffe.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Homepage of Rabbi David Jaffe\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://rabbidavidjaffe.com/\"\u003eHomepage of Rabbi David Jaffe\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Inside Out Wisdom and Action Project: Spiritual grounding tools for today\u0026#39;s social justice leaders.\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.insideoutwisdomandaction.org\"\u003eThe Inside Out Wisdom and Action Project: Spiritual grounding tools for today\u0026#39;s social justice leaders.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell resources: 10 Poems, Prayers, and Songs to Lift up your Soul\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-poems-prayers-and-songs-lift-your-soul\"\u003eRitualwell resources: 10 Poems, Prayers, and Songs to Lift up your Soul\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Amazon link: Changing the World from the Inside Out: A Jewish Approach to Personal and Social Change\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1611803357/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eAmazon link: Changing the World from the Inside Out: A Jewish Approach to Personal and Social Change\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe - Wikipedia\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shlomo_Wolbe\"\u003eRabbi Shlomo Wolbe - Wikipedia\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hitbodedut - Wikipedia\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hitbodedut\"\u003eHitbodedut - Wikipedia\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hitbodedut resource: \u0026quot;What’s Left When You Let Go? Pouring Out Oneself in Those Lone Moments and Quiet Places\u0026quot; - The On Being Project\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://onbeing.org/blog/whats-left-when-you-let-go-pouring-out-oneself-in-those-lone-moments-and-quiet-places/\"\u003eHitbodedut resource: \u0026quot;What’s Left When You Let Go? Pouring Out Oneself in Those Lone Moments and Quiet Places\u0026quot; - The On Being Project\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hitbodedut resource from Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Walking With the King\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/blog/walking-king\"\u003eHitbodedut resource from Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Walking With the King\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hitbodedut resource from Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Prayer in Times Unknown\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/ritual/prayer-times-unknown\"\u003eHitbodedut resource from Ritualwell: \u0026quot;Prayer in Times Unknown\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hitbodedut resource: \u0026quot;How to Pray\u0026quot; | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/how-pray\"\u003eHitbodedut resource: \u0026quot;How to Pray\u0026quot; | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"This compelling conversation with Rabbi David Jaffe explores the essential relationship between the pursuit of justice and the spiritual growth that comes from self-knowledge. We discuss his personal experiences of moral and spiritual awakening, as well as the tension between experiencing the brokenness of the world and opening ourselves to the unity of all creation. ","date_published":"2019-06-11T01:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/f2fd0ad8-670a-4775-b9a5-fab0ca2e852e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":31054947,"duration_in_seconds":1938}]},{"id":"c5c0ee2d-26ab-460c-aafd-246508df1c41","title":"S2 Ep. 2: Love Received, Love Extended","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/23","content_text":"This wide-ranging conversation with noted teacher of spirituality Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg begins by recounting the influences that led her toward integrating meditation and yoga into Jewish spirituality. She then digs deeply into the essential interplay between spiritual experience (love received) and spiritually-rooted justice (love extended not only to neighbors, but to strangers, even in the face of trauma and fear.) We conclude by discussing of the transformative practice of spiritual direction.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg.Links:Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg homepage — Sheila Peltz Weinberg: Author, Poet, Rabbi \u0026amp; TeacherGod Loves the Stranger: Stories, Poems, Prayers: Sheila Peltz Weinberg (Amazon link)Shalom Meditation – Institute for Jewish Spirituality — Join Rabbi Sheila Weinberg for this meditation on shalom.In the Divine Image – Institute for Jewish Spirituality — Join Rabbi Sheila Weinberg for a meditation on, and exploration of, what it means to experience life as b’tzelem Elohim – created in the divine image. Walking as Practice – Institute for Jewish Spirituality — This meditation is from Preparing the Heart: Meditations for Jewish Spiritual Practice. Rabbi Sheila Weinberg describes walking practice as a way of paying attention to the sensations in the body, gathering our attention and focus in the body.Sylvia Boorstein: That's Funny, You Don't Look Buddhist: On Being a Faithful Jew and a Passionate Buddhist (Amazon link) — Sylvia Boorstein was mentioned in this episode as a teacher of meditation who embraces and integrates her Jewish identity into her work.  Spiritual Direction | Reconstructionist Rabbinical College — The spiritual director serves as a companion and witness — someone who helps you (sometimes with questions, sometimes just by listening) to discern the divine where you might have missed it, and to integrate that awareness into your daily life.10 Mindfulness Rituals and Meditations from Ritualwell — In support of Hashivenu we are highlighting rituals that have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. Below are 10 mindfulness rituals and meditations recommended by Ritualwell. Meditation Resources from Ritualwell Embracing the Stranger resources from Reconstructing Judaism — The pieces in this collection address the stranger we encounter inside as we grow in self-awareness, the strangers we meet in the world around us, and the intersection between the two.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis wide-ranging conversation with noted teacher of spirituality Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg begins by recounting the influences that led her toward integrating meditation and yoga into Jewish spirituality. She then digs deeply into the essential interplay between spiritual experience (love received) and spiritually-rooted justice (love extended not only to neighbors, but to strangers, even in the face of trauma and fear.) We conclude by discussing of the transformative practice of spiritual direction.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.sheilapeltzweinberg.com/\"\u003eRabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg homepage\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Sheila Peltz Weinberg: Author, Poet, Rabbi \u0026 Teacher\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"God Loves the Stranger: Stories, Poems, Prayers: Sheila Peltz Weinberg (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1887043314/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eGod Loves the Stranger: Stories, Poems, Prayers: Sheila Peltz Weinberg (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shalom Meditation – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/shalom-meditation/\"\u003eShalom Meditation – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Join Rabbi Sheila Weinberg for this meditation on shalom.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"In the Divine Image – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/in-the-divine-image-2/\"\u003eIn the Divine Image – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Join Rabbi Sheila Weinberg for a meditation on, and exploration of, what it means to experience life as b’tzelem Elohim – created in the divine image. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Walking as Practice – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/walkingaspractice/\"\u003eWalking as Practice – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This meditation is from Preparing the Heart: Meditations for Jewish Spiritual Practice. Rabbi Sheila Weinberg describes walking practice as a way of paying attention to the sensations in the body, gathering our attention and focus in the body.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sylvia Boorstein: That\u0026#39;s Funny, You Don\u0026#39;t Look Buddhist: On Being a Faithful Jew and a Passionate Buddhist (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0060609583/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eSylvia Boorstein: That\u0026#39;s Funny, You Don\u0026#39;t Look Buddhist: On Being a Faithful Jew and a Passionate Buddhist (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Sylvia Boorstein was mentioned in this episode as a teacher of meditation who embraces and integrates her Jewish identity into her work.  \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Spiritual Direction | Reconstructionist Rabbinical College\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.rrc.edu/academics/spiritual-direction\"\u003eSpiritual Direction | Reconstructionist Rabbinical College\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The spiritual director serves as a companion and witness — someone who helps you (sometimes with questions, sometimes just by listening) to discern the divine where you might have missed it, and to integrate that awareness into your daily life.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Mindfulness Rituals and Meditations from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-mindfulness-rituals-and-meditations\"\u003e10 Mindfulness Rituals and Meditations from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In support of Hashivenu we are highlighting rituals that have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. Below are 10 mindfulness rituals and meditations recommended by Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Meditation Resources from Ritualwell \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/categories/543\"\u003eMeditation Resources from Ritualwell \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Embracing the Stranger resources from Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/embracing-the-stranger\"\u003eEmbracing the Stranger resources from Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The pieces in this collection address the stranger we encounter inside as we grow in self-awareness, the strangers we meet in the world around us, and the intersection between the two.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"This wide-ranging conversation with noted teacher of spirituality Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg begins by recounting the influences that led her toward integrating meditation and yoga into Jewish spirituality. She then digs deeply into the essential interplay between spiritual experience (love received) and spiritually-rooted justice (love extended not only to neighbors, but to strangers, even in the face of trauma and fear.) We conclude by discussing of the transformative practice of spiritual direction.","date_published":"2019-04-28T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/c5c0ee2d-26ab-460c-aafd-246508df1c41.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":28254044,"duration_in_seconds":1762}]},{"id":"91622a64-c329-4576-9fa3-dc5313c793b6","title":"S2 Ep. 1: Trauma, Healing and Resilience","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/22","content_text":"In this interview, Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg delves into her deep interest and growing expertise in the varieties of trauma and how trauma has informed Jewish experience on both the individual and the collective level. Equipped with this awareness, we then discuss ways to move beyond trauma and cultivate resilience, and how these approaches inform her development of Reset: Spiritual Practice for Social Justice Organizations.\n\nUpdate: See the show links below to read Rabbi Rosenberg's new book, Introduction to Trauma, Healing and Resilience.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg.Links:\"Introduction to Trauma, Healing \u0026amp; Resilience\" by Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg — We are thrilled to make this accessible and groundbreaking work available to the public and hope that you will find it useful and will share it widely.  Reset: Spiritual Practice for Social Justice OrganizationsLearning Network: Embodied Ritual for Trauma, Resilience and Healing — We will explore how trauma theory and the tools of Jewish ritual can help us to grieve and process hurts we’ve experienced, build resilience and power for surviving and thriving in oppressive conditions and experience joy, growth and celebration. We will explore how to acknowledge trauma in public ritual spaces safely, responsibly and accessibly. You will have the opportunity to design your own ritual(s) in a supportive and inclusive space. You will come away with the knowledge and practical tools to build healing rituals for yourself and your communities.Ritualwell: Rituals for Healing \u0026amp; Hard Times — Hard times are inevitable. But support and healing are available in many forms. Rituals — from mikveh to meditation — can help us move from darkness to light.Aurora Levins Morales - Historian as Curandera — Having a historical understanding of the present makes everything we do more effective.  It allows us to see the local faces of large patterns of events and causes, and understand how our immediate experiences are connected to those of people who came before us or emerged out of different pasts than our own.  History is also the story we tell about the past to explain the present and imagine the future, a job that can't be left to storytellers with a stake in exploitation.  The Historian As Curandera talks about my vision of what an activist historian does and why it matters. The Historian as Curandera (PDF)The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma (Amazon link) — Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, one of the world’s foremost experts on trauma, has spent over three decades working with survivors. In The Body Keeps the Score, he uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. He explores innovative treatments—from neurofeedback and meditation to sports, drama, and yoga—that offer new paths to recovery by activating the brain’s natural neuroplasticity. Based on Dr. van der Kolk’s own research and that of other leading specialists, The Body Keeps the Score exposes the tremendous power of our relationships both to hurt and to heal—and offers new hope for reclaiming lives.generative somatics | the center for somatic transformation — The mission of generative somatics is to grow a transformative social and environmental justice movement -- one that integrates personal and social transformation, creates compelling alternatives to the status quo and embodies the creativity and life affirming actions we need to forward systemic change. Trauma, Healing and Resilience Resources (PDF) — A few of our favorite trauma and healing books, podcasts, and websites, lightly sorted, though they all\r\noverlap and defy categorization.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this interview, Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg delves into her deep interest and growing expertise in the varieties of trauma and how trauma has informed Jewish experience on both the individual and the collective level. Equipped with this awareness, we then discuss ways to move beyond trauma and cultivate resilience, and how these approaches inform her development of \u003ca href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/reset2019\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReset: Spiritual Practice for Social Justice Organizations.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpdate: See the show links below to read Rabbi Rosenberg\u0026#39;s new book, \u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Trauma, Healing and Resilience\u003c/em\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;Introduction to Trauma, Healing \u0026amp; Resilience\u0026quot; by Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/introduction-trauma-healing-resilience-rabbi-jessica-rosenberg\"\u003e\u0026quot;Introduction to Trauma, Healing \u0026amp; Resilience\u0026quot; by Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; We are thrilled to make this accessible and groundbreaking work available to the public and hope that you will find it useful and will share it widely.  \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reset: Spiritual Practice for Social Justice Organizations\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/reset2019\"\u003eReset: Spiritual Practice for Social Justice Organizations\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Learning Network: Embodied Ritual for Trauma, Resilience and Healing\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/networks/2018/trauma-resilience-ritual\"\u003eLearning Network: Embodied Ritual for Trauma, Resilience and Healing\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; We will explore how trauma theory and the tools of Jewish ritual can help us to grieve and process hurts we’ve experienced, build resilience and power for surviving and thriving in oppressive conditions and experience joy, growth and celebration. We will explore how to acknowledge trauma in public ritual spaces safely, responsibly and accessibly. You will have the opportunity to design your own ritual(s) in a supportive and inclusive space. You will come away with the knowledge and practical tools to build healing rituals for yourself and your communities.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: Rituals for Healing \u0026amp; Hard Times\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/healing-hard-times\"\u003eRitualwell: Rituals for Healing \u0026amp; Hard Times\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Hard times are inevitable. But support and healing are available in many forms. Rituals — from mikveh to meditation — can help us move from darkness to light.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Aurora Levins Morales - Historian as Curandera\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.auroralevinsmorales.com/core-ideas.html\"\u003eAurora Levins Morales - Historian as Curandera\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Having a historical understanding of the present makes everything we do more effective.  It allows us to see the local faces of large patterns of events and causes, and understand how our immediate experiences are connected to those of people who came before us or emerged out of different pasts than our own.  History is also the story we tell about the past to explain the present and imagine the future, a job that can't be left to storytellers with a stake in exploitation.  The Historian As Curandera talks about my vision of what an activist historian does and why it matters. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Historian as Curandera (PDF)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jsri.msu.edu/upload/working-papers/wp40.pdf\"\u003eThe Historian as Curandera (PDF)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma (Amazon link)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0143127748/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma (Amazon link)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, one of the world’s foremost experts on trauma, has spent over three decades working with survivors. In The Body Keeps the Score, he uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. He explores innovative treatments—from neurofeedback and meditation to sports, drama, and yoga—that offer new paths to recovery by activating the brain’s natural neuroplasticity. Based on Dr. van der Kolk’s own research and that of other leading specialists, The Body Keeps the Score exposes the tremendous power of our relationships both to hurt and to heal—and offers new hope for reclaiming lives.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"generative somatics | the center for somatic transformation\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.generativesomatics.org/\"\u003egenerative somatics | the center for somatic transformation\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The mission of generative somatics is to grow a transformative social and environmental justice movement -- one that integrates personal and social transformation, creates compelling alternatives to the status quo and embodies the creativity and life affirming actions we need to forward systemic change. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Trauma, Healing and Resilience Resources (PDF)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/sites/default/files/trauma_healing_resilience_reading_list_march_2019.pdf\"\u003eTrauma, Healing and Resilience Resources (PDF)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A few of our favorite trauma and healing books, podcasts, and websites, lightly sorted, though they all\r\noverlap and defy categorization.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg delves into her deep interest and growing expertise in the varieties of trauma and how trauma has informed Jewish experience on both the individual and the collective level. Equipped with this awareness, we then discuss ways to move beyond trauma and cultivate resilience, and how these approaches inform her development of Reset: Spiritual Practice for Social Justice Organizations.","date_published":"2019-03-21T19:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/91622a64-c329-4576-9fa3-dc5313c793b6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":29751914,"duration_in_seconds":1854}]},{"id":"32987cb5-4fc7-48b2-86c5-b25d9ca55abe","title":"Episode 21: Tikkun Middot","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/21","content_text":"This conversation with Rabbi Marc Margolius explores the spiritual practice of Tikkun Middot, a mindfulness-based approach to cultivation of character traits. We explore how this practice can help us better live out our values in challenging times, navigating and learning from our inevitable shortcomings in a sustainable and compassionate way.\n\nProduction note: while Rabbi Margolius can be heard clearly, our phone connection with Rabbi Waxman was of unexpectedly poor quality. Our apologies for the spotty audio, and thanks to our producer Sam Wachs for his skillful editing to minimize its impact.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Marc Margolius.Links:5 Mussar Teachings and Practices from RitualwellReconstructionist Convention \"Food Justice Panel\" Excerpt - YouTube — Mike Dahl, Executive Director of Broad Street Ministry, on compassionHashivenu: Episode 8: Hineni —Being Present — How do we pull ourselves together when we feel scattered or unfocused? In this episode of Hashivenu, Rabbi Myriam Klotz and Rabbi Deborah Waxman invite us into the spiritual practice of \"hineni\" -- being present and responsive.Hashivenu: Episode 6: Mindfulness — In challenging times, we often search for firm ground to stand on. In this interview with Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, Rabbi Deborah Waxman explores mindfulness as a path that can anchor us, nourish our Jewish lives, and sustain us as we strive to fulfill our Jewish values.Mindfulness \u0026amp; Tikkun Middot Project for Jewish Organizations – Institute for Jewish SpiritualityResources to Support Practice in Our Time – Institute for Jewish Spirituality2019-01-09 Parshat Bo Meditation - Rabbi Marc Margolius Video on Vimeo — This week for parshat Bo, which describes God \"hardening\" Pharaoh's heart, we sit and bring compassionate attention to the contracting and opening of our own hearts.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis conversation with Rabbi Marc Margolius explores the spiritual practice of Tikkun Middot, a mindfulness-based approach to cultivation of character traits. We explore how this practice can help us better live out our values in challenging times, navigating and learning from our inevitable shortcomings in a sustainable and compassionate way.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduction note: while Rabbi Margolius can be heard clearly, our phone connection with Rabbi Waxman was of unexpectedly poor quality. Our apologies for the spotty audio, and thanks to our producer Sam Wachs for his skillful editing to minimize its impact.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Marc Margolius.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"5 Mussar Teachings and Practices from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/5-mussar-teachings-and-practices\"\u003e5 Mussar Teachings and Practices from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructionist Convention \u0026quot;Food Justice Panel\u0026quot; Excerpt - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By-fn3zyiDk\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\"\u003eReconstructionist Convention \u0026quot;Food Justice Panel\u0026quot; Excerpt - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Mike Dahl, Executive Director of Broad Street Ministry, on compassion\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hashivenu: Episode 8: Hineni —Being Present\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/8\"\u003eHashivenu: Episode 8: Hineni —Being Present\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; How do we pull ourselves together when we feel scattered or unfocused? In this episode of Hashivenu, Rabbi Myriam Klotz and Rabbi Deborah Waxman invite us into the spiritual practice of \"hineni\" -- being present and responsive.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hashivenu: Episode 6: Mindfulness\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/6\"\u003eHashivenu: Episode 6: Mindfulness\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In challenging times, we often search for firm ground to stand on. In this interview with Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, Rabbi Deborah Waxman explores mindfulness as a path that can anchor us, nourish our Jewish lives, and sustain us as we strive to fulfill our Jewish values.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Mindfulness \u0026amp; Tikkun Middot Project for Jewish Organizations – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/our-programs/emerging-programs/tikkun-middot-project/\"\u003eMindfulness \u0026amp; Tikkun Middot Project for Jewish Organizations – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Resources to Support Practice in Our Time – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/resources/resources-to-support-practice-in-our-time/\"\u003eResources to Support Practice in Our Time – Institute for Jewish Spirituality\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"2019-01-09 Parshat Bo Meditation - Rabbi Marc Margolius Video on Vimeo\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://vimeo.com/310621235\"\u003e2019-01-09 Parshat Bo Meditation - Rabbi Marc Margolius Video on Vimeo\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This week for parshat Bo, which describes God \"hardening\" Pharaoh's heart, we sit and bring compassionate attention to the contracting and opening of our own hearts.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"This conversation with Rabbi Marc Margolius explores the spiritual practice of Tikkun Middot, a mindfulness-based approach to cultivation of character traits.","date_published":"2019-02-04T12:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/32987cb5-4fc7-48b2-86c5-b25d9ca55abe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":36594684,"duration_in_seconds":2283}]},{"id":"35ad44c3-e08b-42c8-b94f-d852d8acbb68","title":"Episode 20: Choosing Life","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/20","content_text":"This special episode was recorded before a live audience at the Reconstructing Judaism convention in November 2018. I interviewed Susan Levine, an extraordinary person and a member of the Board of Governors of Reconstructing Judaism. \n\nTrigger Warning: Susan and I discussed resilience in the aftermath of a suicide attempt. Susan is wise and grounded and deeply reflective, both about her attempts to end her life, and about her decision to live with integrity and beauty afterward. We want listeners to be prepared for what's coming. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Susan Levine.Links:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.\r\nCall 1-800-273-8255.Ritualwell: 10 Jewish Resources on Suicide — 10 resources on suicide prevention and response from Ritualwell. Ritualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude — Learn more about the importance of gratitude as a source of resilience.Hashivenu: Episode 19: Gratitude — In Episode 19 of Hashivenu, Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal gratitude practice that she has found sustaining in difficult times.Song of the Sabbath (from Kol Haneshamah pp. 734-736) — This Yiddish poem by Kadia Molodowsky,  quoted by Rabbi Deborah Waxman during this interview, is here reproduced from the pages of Kol Haneshamah: Shabbat Vehagim. Congregation Ner Shalom — Congregation Ner Shalom is a Reconstructionist Synagogue in the Santa Rosa area, serving Sonoma and Marin counties.Or Shalom Jewish Community — Or Shalom Jewish Community is San Francisco’s first and only Reconstructionist congregation. We embrace Jewish tradition and values as we encourage questioning and experimentation. We honor spiritual growth through many paths: prayer, music, art, food, reading, studying and working for social justice. We invite you to find your Jewish home at Or Shalom!","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis special episode was recorded before a live audience at the Reconstructing Judaism convention in November 2018. I interviewed Susan Levine, an extraordinary person and a member of the Board of Governors of Reconstructing Judaism. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrigger Warning:\u003c/strong\u003e Susan and I discussed resilience in the aftermath of a suicide attempt. Susan is wise and grounded and deeply reflective, both about her attempts to end her life, and about her decision to live with integrity and beauty afterward. We want listeners to be prepared for what\u0026#39;s coming. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Susan Levine.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"National Suicide Prevention Lifeline\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/\"\u003eNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.\r\nCall 1-800-273-8255.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Jewish Resources on Suicide\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-jewish-resources-suicide\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Jewish Resources on Suicide\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; 10 resources on suicide prevention and response from Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-resources-inspire-gratitude\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Learn more about the importance of gratitude as a source of resilience.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hashivenu: Episode 19: Gratitude\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/19\"\u003eHashivenu: Episode 19: Gratitude\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In Episode 19 of Hashivenu, Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal gratitude practice that she has found sustaining in difficult times.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Song of the Sabbath (from Kol Haneshamah pp. 734-736)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/sites/default/files/song_of_the_sabbath_-_kol_haneshamah_pages_734-736.pdf\"\u003eSong of the Sabbath (from Kol Haneshamah pp. 734-736)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This Yiddish poem by Kadia Molodowsky,  quoted by Rabbi Deborah Waxman during this interview, is here reproduced from the pages of Kol Haneshamah: Shabbat Vehagim. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Congregation Ner Shalom\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.nershalom.org/\"\u003eCongregation Ner Shalom\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Congregation Ner Shalom is a Reconstructionist Synagogue in the Santa Rosa area, serving Sonoma and Marin counties.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Or Shalom Jewish Community\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.orshalom.org/\"\u003eOr Shalom Jewish Community\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Or Shalom Jewish Community is San Francisco’s first and only Reconstructionist congregation. We embrace Jewish tradition and values as we encourage questioning and experimentation. We honor spiritual growth through many paths: prayer, music, art, food, reading, studying and working for social justice. We invite you to find your Jewish home at Or Shalom!\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"This special episode was recorded before a live audience at the Reconstructing Judaism convention in November 2018. I interviewed Susan Levine, an extraordinary person and a member of the Board of Governors of Reconstructing Judaism. Trigger Warning: Susan and I discussed resilience in the aftermath of a suicide attempt. Susan is wise and grounded and deeply reflective, both about her attempts to end her life, and about her decision to live with integrity and beauty afterward. We want listeners to be prepared for what's coming. ","date_published":"2018-12-04T12:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/35ad44c3-e08b-42c8-b94f-d852d8acbb68.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":60949340,"duration_in_seconds":3805}]},{"id":"86a2acc7-e4fa-4162-91f4-cb7182c2be21","title":"Episode 19: Gratitude","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/19","content_text":"The recent shooting attack on a synagogue in Pittsburgh has been deeply traumatic. In its aftermath, Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal Jewish practice that sustains her in difficult times, in the hopes that it might help cultivate resilience among our listeners.\n\nAlso, in this episode you'll learn how to tune in for a special episode of Hashivenu that will be streamed live during our upcoming convention.\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Links:Ritualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude — Learn more about the importance of gratitude as a source of resilience.Flavors of Gratefulness | Rabbi Shefa Gold — Each day I wake up with an intention that when I open my eyes I will see and recognize God’s Face in the details of the day I am about to encounter. I have many different melodies for the chant. I make up a new one almost every day that expresses my particular mood, inspiration, anticipation, attitude or flavor of my gratefulness.\r\n\r\nOn this page, you can download a PDF of the melodies as well as listen to them online.Flavors of Gratefulness App | Rabbi Shefa Gold — With Rabbi Shefa Gold’s app you can awaken to all the many dimensions of gratefulness with Modah Ani. Wake up each day to a new melody to fuel the intention (kavanah) to see and recognize God’s Face in the details of the upcoming day.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe recent shooting attack on a synagogue in Pittsburgh has been deeply traumatic. In its aftermath, Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal Jewish practice that sustains her in difficult times, in the hopes that it might help cultivate resilience among our listeners.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, in this episode you\u0026#39;ll learn how to tune in for a special episode of Hashivenu that will be streamed live during our upcoming convention.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-resources-inspire-gratitude\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Resources to Inspire Gratitude\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Learn more about the importance of gratitude as a source of resilience.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Flavors of Gratefulness | Rabbi Shefa Gold\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbishefagold.com/hebrew_chant/modah_ani/\"\u003eFlavors of Gratefulness | Rabbi Shefa Gold\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Each day I wake up with an intention that when I open my eyes I will see and recognize God’s Face in the details of the day I am about to encounter. I have many different melodies for the chant. I make up a new one almost every day that expresses my particular mood, inspiration, anticipation, attitude or flavor of my gratefulness.\r\n\r\nOn this page, you can download a PDF of the melodies as well as listen to them online.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Flavors of Gratefulness App | Rabbi Shefa Gold\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.rabbishefagold.com/hebrew_chant/modah_ani_app/\"\u003eFlavors of Gratefulness App | Rabbi Shefa Gold\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; With Rabbi Shefa Gold’s app you can awaken to all the many dimensions of gratefulness with Modah Ani. Wake up each day to a new melody to fuel the intention (kavanah) to see and recognize God’s Face in the details of the upcoming day.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In the aftermath of the recent synagogue shooting attack in Pittsburgh, Rabbi Deborah Waxman shares a personal Jewish practice that sustains her in difficult times.","date_published":"2018-11-08T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/86a2acc7-e4fa-4162-91f4-cb7182c2be21.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":14500214,"duration_in_seconds":903}]},{"id":"b4480220-43ba-47db-8989-79555e633343","title":"Episode 18: Fitness","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/18","content_text":"What's the connection between marathon training and prayer? Can CrossFit shed light on building meaningful communities? We speak with Rabbi Jason Bonder about the intersection between fitness and spirituality.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jason Bonder.Links:Ritualwell: 10 Embodied RitualsWhen Some Turn to Church, Others Go to CrossFit - The New York TimesChrissie Wellington – Head chopping: the importance of R\u0026amp;RThe Mensch on the Bench and the Future of Judaism | Jason Bonder | The BlogsCasper ter KuileAngie Thurston | The On Being ProjectCare of SoulsHow We GatherFaithful","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhat\u0026#39;s the connection between marathon training and prayer? Can CrossFit shed light on building meaningful communities? We speak with Rabbi Jason Bonder about the intersection between fitness and spirituality.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jason Bonder.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Embodied Rituals\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-embodied-rituals\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Embodied Rituals\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"When Some Turn to Church, Others Go to CrossFit - The New York Times\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/28/us/some-turn-to-church-others-to-crossfit.html?login=email\u0026amp;auth=login-email\"\u003eWhen Some Turn to Church, Others Go to CrossFit - The New York Times\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chrissie Wellington – Head chopping: the importance of R\u0026amp;R\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.chrissiewellington.org/blog/head-chopping-the-importance-of-rr/\"\u003eChrissie Wellington – Head chopping: the importance of R\u0026amp;R\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Mensch on the Bench and the Future of Judaism | Jason Bonder | The Blogs\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/the-mensch-on-the-bench-and-the-future-of-judaism/\"\u003eThe Mensch on the Bench and the Future of Judaism | Jason Bonder | The Blogs\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Casper ter Kuile\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.caspertk.com/\"\u003eCasper ter Kuile\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Angie Thurston | The On Being Project\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://onbeing.org/author/angie-thurston/\"\u003eAngie Thurston | The On Being Project\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Care of Souls\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5a32a872ace8649fe18ae512/t/5adb603a575d1f52aa827fba/1524326461182/Care+of+Souls_F_Digital.pdf\"\u003eCare of Souls\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"How We Gather\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5a32a872ace8649fe18ae512/t/5a6f3b9bec212de83ac81b77/1517239214228/How_We_Gather_Digital_4.11.17.pdf\"\u003eHow We Gather\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Faithful\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5a32a872ace8649fe18ae512/t/5a6f3c26e4966be5104c88d4/1517239342473/Faithful_Final_Digital.pdf\"\u003eFaithful\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"What's the connection between marathon training and prayer? Can CrossFit shed light on building meaningful communities? We speak with Rabbi Jason Bonder about the intersection between fitness and spirituality.","date_published":"2018-10-16T00:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/b4480220-43ba-47db-8989-79555e633343.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":24382840,"duration_in_seconds":1472}]},{"id":"49056887-a2c7-4fdb-8c97-47f52e435489","title":"Episode 17: The High Holiday Season","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/17","content_text":"The holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur drive us to make sense of what's truly important, and sustain us as we strive to recapture those ideals. In this conversation recorded days before Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi David Teutsch and Rabbi Deborah Waxman share the meaning they find in deep themes of the High Holiday season, and reflect on their own evolving relationship with those ideas. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi David Teutsch.Links:10 Rituals to Assist with Making TeshuvahTeshuvah: A Reconstructionist Perspective | Reconstructing Judaism — A study sheet on the evolving concept of teshuvah over the agesMahzor Leyamim Nora'im - Reconstructionist Press Bookstore — Prayerbook for the Days of AweTeshuvah and Compassion | Reconstructing Judaism — This study sheet on teshuvah and compassion draws our attention to the interplay between our ability to forgive others, and God's ability to forgive us. \r\n\r\nFinding Forgiveness | Reconstructing Judaism — Is forgiveness an imperative toward which we should strive?","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur drive us to make sense of what\u0026#39;s truly important, and sustain us as we strive to recapture those ideals. In this conversation recorded days before Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi David Teutsch and Rabbi Deborah Waxman share the meaning they find in deep themes of the High Holiday season, and reflect on their own evolving relationship with those ideas. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi David Teutsch.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Rituals to Assist with Making Teshuvah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-rituals-assist-making-teshuvah\"\u003e10 Rituals to Assist with Making Teshuvah\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Teshuvah: A Reconstructionist Perspective | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/document/teshuvah-reconstructionist-perspective\"\u003eTeshuvah: A Reconstructionist Perspective | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A study sheet on the evolving concept of teshuvah over the ages\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Mahzor Leyamim Nora\u0026#39;im - Reconstructionist Press Bookstore\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://stores.jewishreconbooks.org/sale-mahzor-leyamim-noraim/\"\u003eMahzor Leyamim Nora\u0026#39;im - Reconstructionist Press Bookstore\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Prayerbook for the Days of Awe\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Teshuvah and Compassion | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/document/teshuvah-and-compassion\"\u003eTeshuvah and Compassion | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This study sheet on teshuvah and compassion draws our attention to the interplay between our ability to forgive others, and God's ability to forgive us. \r\n\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Finding Forgiveness | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/article/finding-forgiveness\"\u003eFinding Forgiveness | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Is forgiveness an imperative toward which we should strive?\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"The holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur drive us to make sense of what's truly important, and sustain us as we strive to recapture those ideals. In this conversation recorded days before Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi David Teutsch and Rabbi Deborah Waxman share the meaning they find in deep themes of the High Holiday season, and reflect on their own evolving relationship with those ideas. ","date_published":"2018-09-06T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/49056887-a2c7-4fdb-8c97-47f52e435489.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":29922858,"duration_in_seconds":1816}]},{"id":"fd799cb4-ea14-43ae-b48a-a795c8e2e313","title":"Episode 16: Multifaith Encounters","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/16","content_text":"Multifaith dialogue has the power not just to build bridges of understanding, but to foster personal spiritual growth and transformation. We speak with Rabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer and Professor Sa'ed Atshan, a Palestinian Quaker Christian, about their experiences in multifaith work. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guests: Rabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer and Sa'ed Atshan.Links:10 Jewish Interfaith Prayers \u0026amp; Rituals — Ritualwell resources on interfaith encountersRabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer, Ph.D. | Reconstructing JudaismDr. Sa’ed Atshan takes up tenure track position in Swarthmore’s Peace and Conflict Studies program | Peace and Conflict Studies at Swarthmore College","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eMultifaith dialogue has the power not just to build bridges of understanding, but to foster personal spiritual growth and transformation. We speak with Rabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer and Professor Sa\u0026#39;ed Atshan, a Palestinian Quaker Christian, about their experiences in multifaith work. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests: Rabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer and Sa\u0026#39;ed Atshan.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Jewish Interfaith Prayers \u0026amp; Rituals\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-jewish-interfaith-prayers-rituals\"\u003e10 Jewish Interfaith Prayers \u0026amp; Rituals\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Ritualwell resources on interfaith encounters\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer, Ph.D. | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/profile/rabbi-nancy-fuchs-kreimer-phd\"\u003eRabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer, Ph.D. | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dr. Sa’ed Atshan takes up tenure track position in Swarthmore’s Peace and Conflict Studies program | Peace and Conflict Studies at Swarthmore College\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://blogs.swarthmore.edu/academics/pcs/2016/12/13/atshan-position/\"\u003eDr. Sa’ed Atshan takes up tenure track position in Swarthmore’s Peace and Conflict Studies program | Peace and Conflict Studies at Swarthmore College\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Multifaith dialogue has the power not just to build bridges of understanding, but to foster personal spiritual growth and transformation. We speak with Rabbi Nancy Fuchs Kreimer and Professor Sa'ed Atshan, a Palestinian Quaker Christian, about their experiences in multifaith work. ","date_published":"2018-07-09T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/fd799cb4-ea14-43ae-b48a-a795c8e2e313.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":28320728,"duration_in_seconds":1715}]},{"id":"ae23d0d4-a0bc-415f-93a0-9ce04a1ab2f8","title":"Episode 15: Singing Together","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/15","content_text":"Singing together can be a profound and powerful experience. We speak with Rabbi Jeffrey Summit, an  ethnomusicologist and a research professor at the music department at Tufts,  about the role that music plays both in animating Jewish life and in helping us to cultivate resilience.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jeffrey Summit.Links:Ritualwell: 10 Contemporary Jewish SongsRabbi Jeffrey Summit | Tufts MusicJeffrey A. SummitThe inspiration for \"Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music \u0026amp; Interfaith Harmony in Uganda\" - YouTubeDelicious Peace: Coffee, Music \u0026amp; Interfaith Harmony in Uganda - Smithsonian FolkwaysJeffrey A. SummitSinging God's Words: The Performance of Biblical Chant in Contemporary Judaism (American Musicspheres): Jeffrey Summit: 9780190497088: Amazon.com: BooksAbayudaya: The Jews of Uganda: Richard Sobol, Jeffrey A. Summit: 9780789207760: Amazon.com: BooksThe Lord's Song in a Strange Land: Music and Identity in Contemporary Jewish Worship Book and CD (American Musicspheres): Jeffrey A. Summit: 9780195116779: Amazon.com: BooksOne More Time - Rev. James Moore \u0026amp; the Mississippi Mass Choir - YouTubeלכה דודי - ליאו לבנדובסקי Lecha Dodi - L. Lewandowski - YouTubeAuthor Talk with Rabbi Jeffrey A Summit - YouTube — Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music and \r\nInterfaith Harmony in UgandaJeffrey Summit book talk - YouTube","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eSinging together can be a profound and powerful experience. We speak with Rabbi Jeffrey Summit, an  ethnomusicologist and a research professor at the music department at Tufts,  about the role that music plays both in animating Jewish life and in helping us to cultivate resilience.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jeffrey Summit.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Contemporary Jewish Songs\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-contemporary-jewish-songs\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Contemporary Jewish Songs\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Jeffrey Summit | Tufts Music\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://as.tufts.edu/music/people/faculty/summit\"\u003eRabbi Jeffrey Summit | Tufts Music\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jeffrey A. Summit\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jeffreyasummit.com/\"\u003eJeffrey A. Summit\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The inspiration for \u0026quot;Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music \u0026amp; Interfaith Harmony in Uganda\u0026quot; - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifQ4VaM6wcs\u0026amp;list=PLC95B783AE3C6E630\"\u003eThe inspiration for \u0026quot;Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music \u0026amp; Interfaith Harmony in Uganda\u0026quot; - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music \u0026amp; Interfaith Harmony in Uganda - Smithsonian Folkways\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://folkways.si.edu/delicious-peace-coffee-music-and-interfaith-harmony-in-uganda/world/album/smithsonian\"\u003eDelicious Peace: Coffee, Music \u0026amp; Interfaith Harmony in Uganda - Smithsonian Folkways\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jeffrey A. Summit\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jeffreyasummit.com/mirembe.html\"\u003eJeffrey A. Summit\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Singing God\u0026#39;s Words: The Performance of Biblical Chant in Contemporary Judaism (American Musicspheres): Jeffrey Summit: 9780190497088: Amazon.com: Books\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0190497084/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eSinging God\u0026#39;s Words: The Performance of Biblical Chant in Contemporary Judaism (American Musicspheres): Jeffrey Summit: 9780190497088: Amazon.com: Books\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Abayudaya: The Jews of Uganda: Richard Sobol, Jeffrey A. Summit: 9780789207760: Amazon.com: Books\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0789207761/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eAbayudaya: The Jews of Uganda: Richard Sobol, Jeffrey A. Summit: 9780789207760: Amazon.com: Books\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Lord\u0026#39;s Song in a Strange Land: Music and Identity in Contemporary Jewish Worship Book and CD (American Musicspheres): Jeffrey A. Summit: 9780195116779: Amazon.com: Books\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0195116771/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eThe Lord\u0026#39;s Song in a Strange Land: Music and Identity in Contemporary Jewish Worship Book and CD (American Musicspheres): Jeffrey A. Summit: 9780195116779: Amazon.com: Books\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"One More Time - Rev. James Moore \u0026amp; the Mississippi Mass Choir - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=610x5zZVDSo\"\u003eOne More Time - Rev. James Moore \u0026amp; the Mississippi Mass Choir - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"לכה דודי - ליאו לבנדובסקי Lecha Dodi - L. Lewandowski - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__wPfpJr94Q\"\u003eלכה דודי - ליאו לבנדובסקי Lecha Dodi - L. Lewandowski - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Author Talk with Rabbi Jeffrey A Summit - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkmwDWVkzXw\"\u003eAuthor Talk with Rabbi Jeffrey A Summit - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music and \r\nInterfaith Harmony in Uganda\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jeffrey Summit book talk - YouTube\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssEFQdoblPw\"\u003eJeffrey Summit book talk - YouTube\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Singing together can be a profound and powerful experience. We speak with Rabbi Jeffrey Summit, an  ethnomusicologist and a research professor at the music department at Tufts,  about the role that music plays both in animating Jewish life and in helping us to cultivate resilience.","date_published":"2018-06-04T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/ae23d0d4-a0bc-415f-93a0-9ce04a1ab2f8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22508839,"duration_in_seconds":1351}]},{"id":"70890b34-4e51-4295-9cb6-3556a07f48ed","title":"Episode 14: Midrash","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/14","content_text":"The holiday of Shavuot is approaching. This year (2018) on the secular calendar it begins on Saturday evening, May 19. On Shavuot, we celebrate receiving the Torah, the foundational text of the Jewish people. \"Torah\" has multiple meanings in Jewish tradition. Most folks know it as the Five Books of Moses. But “Torah” in a broader sense is much more. It’s the collection of each and every generation’s engagement with sacred text and with our efforts to live lives of holiness and connection — to each other and to the divine. \n\nIn that expansive spirit, we are bringing you a two-part podcast series leading up to Shavuot. In this episode, Rabbi Mira Wasserman and I discuss Midrash, the way ancient rabbis read scripture in new and creative ways, giving old words new life, meaning and relevance. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Mira Wasserman.Links:Ritualwell: 5 Creative Resources for Torah StudyAbout our name and theme song: HashivenuLamentations 5:21 — הֲשִׁיבֵ֨נוּ הי  אֵלֶ֙יךָ֙ ונשוב [וְֽנָשׁ֔וּבָה] חַדֵּ֥שׁ יָמֵ֖ינוּ כְּקֶֽדֶם׃Midrash Eichah RabbahJews, Gentiles, and Other Animals: the Talmud after the humanities — In Jews, Gentiles, and Other Animals, Mira Beth Wasserman undertakes a close reading of Avoda Zara, arguably the Talmud's most scandalous tractate, to uncover the hidden architecture of this classic work of Jewish religious thought. She proposes a new way of reading the Talmud that brings it into conversation with the humanities, including animal studies, the new materialisms, and other areas of critical theory that have been reshaping the understanding of what it is to be a human being.New Books Network podcast: Mira Beth Wasserman, “Jews, Gentiles, and Other Animals: The Talmud After the Humanities”","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe holiday of Shavuot is approaching. This year (2018) on the secular calendar it begins on Saturday evening, May 19. On Shavuot, we celebrate receiving the Torah, the foundational text of the Jewish people. \u0026quot;Torah\u0026quot; has multiple meanings in Jewish tradition. Most folks know it as the Five Books of Moses. But “Torah” in a broader sense is much more. It’s the collection of each and every generation’s engagement with sacred text and with our efforts to live lives of holiness and connection — to each other and to the divine. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn that expansive spirit, we are bringing you a two-part podcast series leading up to Shavuot. In this episode, Rabbi Mira Wasserman and I discuss Midrash, the way ancient rabbis read scripture in new and creative ways, giving old words new life, meaning and relevance. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Mira Wasserman.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 5 Creative Resources for Torah Study\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/5-creative-resources-torah-study\"\u003eRitualwell: 5 Creative Resources for Torah Study\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"About our name and theme song: Hashivenu\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/theme-song\"\u003eAbout our name and theme song: Hashivenu\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Lamentations 5:21\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.sefaria.org/Lamentations.5.21?lang=bi\u0026amp;with=all\u0026amp;lang2=en\"\u003eLamentations 5:21\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; הֲשִׁיבֵ֨נוּ הי  אֵלֶ֙יךָ֙ ונשוב [וְֽנָשׁ֔וּבָה] חַדֵּ֥שׁ יָמֵ֖ינוּ כְּקֶֽדֶם׃\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Midrash Eichah Rabbah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.sefaria.org/Eichah_Rabbah?lang=bi\"\u003eMidrash Eichah Rabbah\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jews, Gentiles, and Other Animals: the Talmud after the humanities\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://amzn.to/2raRP8m\"\u003eJews, Gentiles, and Other Animals: the Talmud after the humanities\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In Jews, Gentiles, and Other Animals, Mira Beth Wasserman undertakes a close reading of Avoda Zara, arguably the Talmud's most scandalous tractate, to uncover the hidden architecture of this classic work of Jewish religious thought. She proposes a new way of reading the Talmud that brings it into conversation with the humanities, including animal studies, the new materialisms, and other areas of critical theory that have been reshaping the understanding of what it is to be a human being.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"New Books Network podcast: Mira Beth Wasserman, “Jews, Gentiles, and Other Animals: The Talmud After the Humanities”\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://newbooksnetwork.com/mira-beth-wasserman-jews-gentiles-and-other-animals-the-talmud-after-the-humanities-u-penn-press-2017/\"\u003eNew Books Network podcast: Mira Beth Wasserman, “Jews, Gentiles, and Other Animals: The Talmud After the Humanities”\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In this episode, Rabbi Mira Wasserman and I discuss Midrash, the way ancient rabbis read scripture in new and creative ways, giving old words new life, meaning and relevance. ","date_published":"2018-05-14T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/70890b34-4e51-4295-9cb6-3556a07f48ed.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":22252146,"duration_in_seconds":1338}]},{"id":"8aa8c9aa-1d6b-4482-b67f-c55bb81acd03","title":"Episode 13: Hebrew Poetry ","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"The holiday of Shavuot is approaching. This year on the secular calendar it begins on Saturday evening, May 19. On Shavuot, we celebrate receiving the Torah, the foundational text of the Jewish people. \"Torah\" has multiple meanings in Jewish tradition. Most folks know it as the Five Books of Moses. But “Torah” in a broader sense is much more. It’s the collection of each and every generation’s engagement with sacred text and with our efforts to live lives of holiness and connection—to each other and to the divine. \n\nIn that expansive spirit, we are bringing you a two-part podcast series leading up to Shavuot. In this episode, I speak with Rabbi Jeremy Schwartz about modern Hebrew poetry, a recent expression of Jewish text. We talk about how modern Hebrew poets  take apart traditional language and ideas and create something new from ancient building blocks.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jeremy Schwartz.Links:Ritualwell: 5 Resources to Inspire Your WritingSoul and Gone: Hebrew Poetry Poetry International\"The Jews\" by Yehuda Amichai (PDF)Tourists - Yehuda AmichaiOur eyes are open but we cannot see the unbelievable - Books - Haaretz.com Amazon.com: Open Closed Open: Poems : Yehuda AmichaiThe Penguin Book of Hebrew Verse (Penguin Classics): Various, T. Carmi: 9780140424676: Amazon.com: BooksFrom Jerusalem to the Edge of Heaven: Dr. Ari ElonAmazon.com: The Book of Words: Talking Spiritual Life, Living Spiritual Talk (Kushner) (9781580230209): Rabbi Lawrence Kushner: BooksShabbat Celebration and Services - Temple Bnai Israel","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe holiday of Shavuot is approaching. This year on the secular calendar it begins on Saturday evening, May 19. On Shavuot, we celebrate receiving the Torah, the foundational text of the Jewish people. \u0026quot;Torah\u0026quot; has multiple meanings in Jewish tradition. Most folks know it as the Five Books of Moses. But “Torah” in a broader sense is much more. It’s the collection of each and every generation’s engagement with sacred text and with our efforts to live lives of holiness and connection—to each other and to the divine. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn that expansive spirit, we are bringing you a two-part podcast series leading up to Shavuot. In this episode, I speak with Rabbi Jeremy Schwartz about modern Hebrew poetry, a recent expression of Jewish text. We talk about how modern Hebrew poets  take apart traditional language and ideas and create something new from ancient building blocks.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jeremy Schwartz.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 5 Resources to Inspire Your Writing\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/5-resources-inspire-your-writing\"\u003eRitualwell: 5 Resources to Inspire Your Writing\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Soul and Gone: Hebrew Poetry \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.soulandgone.com/\"\u003eSoul and Gone: Hebrew Poetry \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Poetry International\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.poetryinternationalweb.net/pi/site/home/web\"\u003ePoetry International\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;The Jews\u0026quot; by Yehuda Amichai (PDF)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://makomisrael.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/The-Jews-Amichai.pdf\"\u003e\u0026quot;The Jews\u0026quot; by Yehuda Amichai (PDF)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tourists - Yehuda Amichai\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.poemhunter.com/best-poems/yehuda-amichai/tourists/\"\u003eTourists - Yehuda Amichai\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Our eyes are open but we cannot see the unbelievable - Books - Haaretz.com \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.haaretz.com/life/books/we-cannot-see-the-unbelievable-1.5423118\"\u003eOur eyes are open but we cannot see the unbelievable - Books - Haaretz.com \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Amazon.com: Open Closed Open: Poems : Yehuda Amichai\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://amzn.to/2HIuK3g\"\u003eAmazon.com: Open Closed Open: Poems : Yehuda Amichai\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Penguin Book of Hebrew Verse (Penguin Classics): Various, T. Carmi: 9780140424676: Amazon.com: Books\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://amzn.to/2JGXQ3o\"\u003eThe Penguin Book of Hebrew Verse (Penguin Classics): Various, T. Carmi: 9780140424676: Amazon.com: Books\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"From Jerusalem to the Edge of Heaven: Dr. Ari Elon\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://amzn.to/2JGbvb5\"\u003eFrom Jerusalem to the Edge of Heaven: Dr. Ari Elon\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Amazon.com: The Book of Words: Talking Spiritual Life, Living Spiritual Talk (Kushner) (9781580230209): Rabbi Lawrence Kushner: Books\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://amzn.to/2HDgqwV\"\u003eAmazon.com: The Book of Words: Talking Spiritual Life, Living Spiritual Talk (Kushner) (9781580230209): Rabbi Lawrence Kushner: Books\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shabbat Celebration and Services - Temple Bnai Israel\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.templebnaiisrael.org/shabbat-evening/\"\u003eShabbat Celebration and Services - Temple Bnai Israel\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In this episode, I speak with Rabbi Jeremy Schwartz about modern Hebrew poetry, a recent expression of Jewish text. We talk about how modern Hebrew poets take apart traditional language and ideas and create something new from ancient building blocks.","date_published":"2018-05-07T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/8aa8c9aa-1d6b-4482-b67f-c55bb81acd03.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":28833547,"duration_in_seconds":1750}]},{"id":"7f22d156-1027-4f5e-b1f2-6b9a54f67bdd","title":"Episode 12: Embodied Prayer","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"For Rabbi Jonathan Kligler, prayer is a whole-body experience, helping us reboot our awareness of how good it is to be alive, even -- or especially -- in a troubled world. Join us for his deep conversation with Rabbi Deborah Waxman on this episode of Hashivenu.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jonathan Kligler.Links:10 Embodied Rituals — Below are 10 embodied rituals recommended by Ritualwell. Selection of Morning Blessings from Kol Haneshamah — The Morning Blessings are discussed extensively in this episode. This excerpt from the Reconstructionist prayerbook Kol Haneshamah includes Hebrew, English, transliteration, and commentary on these blessings. Reconstructionist Press - Kol Haneshamah: Shabbat VehagimRabbi Jonathan Kligler's homepageWoodstock Jewish CongregationRecordings - Rabbi Jonathan KliglerHineni: Essays and Torah Commentaries from Twenty-Five Years on the Bimah: Rabbi Jonathan Kligler","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eFor Rabbi Jonathan Kligler, prayer is a whole-body experience, helping us reboot our awareness of how good it is to be alive, even -- or especially -- in a troubled world. Join us for his deep conversation with Rabbi Deborah Waxman on this episode of Hashivenu.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jonathan Kligler.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Embodied Rituals\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-embodied-rituals\"\u003e10 Embodied Rituals\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Below are 10 embodied rituals recommended by Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Selection of Morning Blessings from Kol Haneshamah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/sites/default/files/kol_haneshamah_morning_blessings_selection.pdf\"\u003eSelection of Morning Blessings from Kol Haneshamah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Morning Blessings are discussed extensively in this episode. This excerpt from the Reconstructionist prayerbook Kol Haneshamah includes Hebrew, English, transliteration, and commentary on these blessings. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructionist Press - Kol Haneshamah: Shabbat Vehagim\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://stores.jewishreconbooks.org/sale-shabbat-vehagim/\"\u003eReconstructionist Press - Kol Haneshamah: Shabbat Vehagim\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Jonathan Kligler\u0026#39;s homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://rabbijonathankligler.com/\"\u003eRabbi Jonathan Kligler\u0026#39;s homepage\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Woodstock Jewish Congregation\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.wjcshul.org/home\"\u003eWoodstock Jewish Congregation\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Recordings - Rabbi Jonathan Kligler\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://rabbijonathankligler.com/recordings/\"\u003eRecordings - Rabbi Jonathan Kligler\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hineni: Essays and Torah Commentaries from Twenty-Five Years on the Bimah: Rabbi Jonathan Kligler\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0989000087/jewishrecon05-20\"\u003eHineni: Essays and Torah Commentaries from Twenty-Five Years on the Bimah: Rabbi Jonathan Kligler\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"For Rabbi Jonathan Kligler, prayer is a whole-body experience, helping us reboot our awareness of how good it is to be alive even -- or especially -- in a troubled world. Join us for his deep conversation with Rabbi Deborah Waxman on this episode of Hashivenu.","date_published":"2018-04-24T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/7f22d156-1027-4f5e-b1f2-6b9a54f67bdd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26219968,"duration_in_seconds":1586}]},{"id":"f7d1429f-7bab-42be-bfa3-badf798b7fc6","title":"Episode 11: Yom HaShoah","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"In this special extended episode for Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), we hear from Rabbi Phillip Lazowski, who survived the Holocaust as a child. He shares experiences that shaped his vision and sense of purpose: amidst horror and loss, episodes of hope and humanity.\n\nA note from Rabbi Deborah Waxman:\n\nThanks so much for listening to Hashivenu. I want to let you know that this episode is slightly different from most of our episodes. It’s a conversation with my childhood rabbi, Rabbi Phillip Lazowski, a really wonderful man. Rabbi Lazowski is a Holocaust survivor and this episode is to commemorate Yom Hasho’ah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. His story truly embodies resilience, and it’s a very hard story, full of loss and horror. So first, a warning that some of what he talks about is not appropriate for young children. \n\nWe made a decision here at Reconstructing Judaism not to cut his story short, so while most episodes of Hashivenu are about 25 minutes long, this is longer, about 43 minutes. This won’t be our habit, but we thought it appropriate for this episode. \n\nI wanted to give you the heads up to listen especially for Mrs. Rabinowitz, the nurse who plays an incredibly important role in Rabbi Lazowski’s survival. She first appears around 7 minutes into the interview, but you’ll hear about her two more times, and it’s an amazing story. Rabbi Lazowski, Mrs. Rabinowitz and everyone he talks about demonstrate that we can, even in the most extreme circumstances, choose to act in ways that affirm life and connection and love. May this remembrance teach us.\n\nBelow: Rabbi Phillip Lazowski blessing (now rabbi) Deborah Waxman as she became bat mitzvah on November 17, 1979.\n\n\n\nSubscribe by EmailSpecial Guest: Rabbi Phillip Lazowski.Links:Reconstructing Judaism5 Rituals and Prayers for Yom HaShoah from RitualwellProfile of Rabbi Lazowski - Jewish Historical Society of Greater HartfordRabbi Emeritus Phillip Lazowski (Beth Hillel Synagogue)Rabbi Philip Lazowski Says Sharing His Painful Holocaust Experiences Has Been Therapeutic; Also An Obligation, So The World Won't Forget - Hartford CourantConversation with Rabbi Philip Lazowski - Jewish LedgerAmazon.com: Philip Lazowski: BooksRabbi Philip Lazowski blessing (now rabbi) Deborah Waxman as she became bat mitzvah on November 17, 1979.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this special extended episode for Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), we hear from Rabbi Phillip Lazowski, who survived the Holocaust as a child. He shares experiences that shaped his vision and sense of purpose: amidst horror and loss, episodes of hope and humanity.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eA note from Rabbi Deborah Waxman:\u003c/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThanks so much for listening to \u003cem\u003eHashivenu\u003c/em\u003e. I want to let you know that this episode is slightly different from most of our episodes. It’s a conversation with my childhood rabbi, Rabbi Phillip Lazowski, a really wonderful man. Rabbi Lazowski is a Holocaust survivor and this episode is to commemorate Yom Hasho’ah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. His story truly embodies resilience, and it’s a very hard story, full of loss and horror. So first, a warning that some of what he talks about is not appropriate for young children. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe made a decision here at Reconstructing Judaism not to cut his story short, so while most episodes of Hashivenu are about 25 minutes long, this is longer, about 43 minutes. This won’t be our habit, but we thought it appropriate for this episode. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI wanted to give you the heads up to listen especially for Mrs. Rabinowitz, the nurse who plays an incredibly important role in Rabbi Lazowski’s survival. She first appears around 7 minutes into the interview, but you’ll hear about her two more times, and it’s an amazing story. Rabbi Lazowski, Mrs. Rabinowitz and everyone he talks about demonstrate that we can, even in the most extreme circumstances, choose to act in ways that affirm life and connection and love. May this remembrance teach us.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBelow: Rabbi Phillip Lazowski blessing (now rabbi) Deborah Waxman as she became bat mitzvah on November 17, 1979.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https://uploads.fireside.fm/images/1/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/SPxwYywH.jpg\" alt=\"Rabbi Phillip Lazowski blessing (now rabbi) Deborah Waxman as she became bat mitzvah on November 17, 1979.\"\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Phillip Lazowski.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eReconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"5 Rituals and Prayers for Yom HaShoah from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/5-rituals-and-prayers-yom-hashoah\"\u003e5 Rituals and Prayers for Yom HaShoah from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Profile of Rabbi Lazowski - Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jhsgh.org/exhibit-lazowski.html\"\u003eProfile of Rabbi Lazowski - Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Emeritus Phillip Lazowski (Beth Hillel Synagogue)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://bethhillelsynagogue.org/about/rabbi-emeritus-rabbi-phillip-lazowski/\"\u003eRabbi Emeritus Phillip Lazowski (Beth Hillel Synagogue)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Philip Lazowski Says Sharing His Painful Holocaust Experiences Has Been Therapeutic; Also An Obligation, So The World Won\u0026#39;t Forget - Hartford Courant\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.courant.com/courant-250/moments-in-history/hc-250-holocaust-survivors-0928-20140927-story.html\"\u003eRabbi Philip Lazowski Says Sharing His Painful Holocaust Experiences Has Been Therapeutic; Also An Obligation, So The World Won\u0026#39;t Forget - Hartford Courant\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Conversation with Rabbi Philip Lazowski - Jewish Ledger\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishledger.com/2013/09/conversation-with-rabbi-philip-lazowski/\"\u003eConversation with Rabbi Philip Lazowski - Jewish Ledger\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Amazon.com: Philip Lazowski: Books\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;text=Philip+Lazowski\u0026amp;search-alias=books\u0026amp;field-author=Philip+Lazowski\u0026amp;sort=relevancerank\"\u003eAmazon.com: Philip Lazowski: Books\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Philip Lazowski blessing (now rabbi) Deborah Waxman as she became bat mitzvah on November 17, 1979.\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://uploads.fireside.fm/images/1/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/SPxwYywH.jpg\"\u003eRabbi Philip Lazowski blessing (now rabbi) Deborah Waxman as she became bat mitzvah on November 17, 1979.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In this special extended episode for Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), we hear from Rabbi Phillip Lazowski, who survived the Holocaust as a child. He shares experiences that shaped his vision and sense of purpose: amidst horror and loss, episodes of hope and humanity.","date_published":"2018-04-10T14:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/f7d1429f-7bab-42be-bfa3-badf798b7fc6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43903631,"duration_in_seconds":2684}]},{"id":"80957eeb-477e-4d40-93ee-8082067b2cb7","title":"Episode 10: \"You Were Strangers in Egypt\": Passover and Sanctuary","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"On Passover, we retell our history as strangers and slaves in Egypt. What obligations flow from this memory? We speak with Rabbi Elliott Tepperman, whose congregation recently made a decision to serve as a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants. Join us as we discuss the Jewish values that moved his community to action.\n\nSubscribe by EmailSpecial Guest: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman.Links:10 Social Justice Haggadot and Supplements — We have gathered ten haggadot and supplements that focus on social justice themes. The haggadot and supplements below explore confrontation, hope, resilience, and finally, the potential for social and political transformation.       Bnai KeshetSynagogues Show Solidarity With Detained Immigrants on Holy Day - WNYC News - WNYCPrepare me to be a Sanctuary: Rosh Hashanah Day 1Mikdash: The Jewish Sanctuary Movement | T'ruah — T’ruah works as part of an interfaith network to mobilize synagogues and other communities to protect those facing deportation or other immigration challenges. By becoming “mikdash” or sanctuary synagogues, communities pledge to take concrete actions, which may include legal support, housing, financial help, and other assistance for the sojourners in our midst.Brightness Of Noon — Rabbi Tepperman appears in this documentary. \r\n\r\nAiring on ABC-affiliated stations nationwide, \"Brightness of Noon: The Intersect of Faith, Immigration and Refugees,\" a two-part documentary, highlights the stories of undocumented immigrants and refugees– who fled economic despair and unfathomable violence only to face an uncertain future in the United States – and the faith groups who are posing a question to us all, “Are we willing to take some risks in order to protect human life and basic rights?”","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eOn Passover, we retell our history as strangers and slaves in Egypt. What obligations flow from this memory? We speak with Rabbi Elliott Tepperman, whose congregation recently made a decision to serve as a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants. Join us as we discuss the Jewish values that moved his community to action.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Elliott Tepperman.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Social Justice Haggadot and Supplements\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-social-justice-haggadot-and-supplements\"\u003e10 Social Justice Haggadot and Supplements\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; We have gathered ten haggadot and supplements that focus on social justice themes. The haggadot and supplements below explore confrontation, hope, resilience, and finally, the potential for social and political transformation.       \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Bnai Keshet\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.bnaikeshet.org/\"\u003eBnai Keshet\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Synagogues Show Solidarity With Detained Immigrants on Holy Day - WNYC News - WNYC\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.wnyc.org/story/synagogues-show-solidarity-detained-immigrants-holy-day/\"\u003eSynagogues Show Solidarity With Detained Immigrants on Holy Day - WNYC News - WNYC\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Prepare me to be a Sanctuary: Rosh Hashanah Day 1\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.bnaikeshet.org/rabbi-elliott\u0026#39;s-blog.html?post_id=205788\"\u003ePrepare me to be a Sanctuary: Rosh Hashanah Day 1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Mikdash: The Jewish Sanctuary Movement | T\u0026#39;ruah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.truah.org/campaign/mikdash-the-jewish-sanctuary-movement/\"\u003eMikdash: The Jewish Sanctuary Movement | T\u0026#39;ruah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; T’ruah works as part of an interfaith network to mobilize synagogues and other communities to protect those facing deportation or other immigration challenges. By becoming “mikdash” or sanctuary synagogues, communities pledge to take concrete actions, which may include legal support, housing, financial help, and other assistance for the sojourners in our midst.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Brightness Of Noon\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.divacommunications.com/documentaries/brightness-of-noon/\"\u003eBrightness Of Noon\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rabbi Tepperman appears in this documentary. \r\n\r\nAiring on ABC-affiliated stations nationwide, \"Brightness of Noon: The Intersect of Faith, Immigration and Refugees,\" a two-part documentary, highlights the stories of undocumented immigrants and refugees– who fled economic despair and unfathomable violence only to face an uncertain future in the United States – and the faith groups who are posing a question to us all, “Are we willing to take some risks in order to protect human life and basic rights?”\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"On Passover, we retell our history as strangers and slaves in Egypt. What obligations flow from this memory? We speak with Rabbi Elliott Tepperman, whose congregation recently decided to serve as a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants. Join us as we discuss the Jewish values that moved his community to action.","date_published":"2018-03-19T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/80957eeb-477e-4d40-93ee-8082067b2cb7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":22467438,"duration_in_seconds":1350}]},{"id":"3d78a70c-e4a9-44cc-b7de-b04453d6b07b","title":"Episode 9: Purim and #metoo","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"The Book of Esther contains striking examples of women speaking out against oppression in ways that both empower and imperil them. Are there parallels to the #metoo movement? Join Judith Rosenbaum, Executive Director of the Jewish Women’s Archive, in a wide-ranging discussion with Rabbi Deborah Waxman on resilient responses to trying times. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Judith Rosenbaum.Links:Archiving #MeToo | Jewish Women's Archive — Jewish women have #MeToo stories to tell, and we invite you to share yours.\r\n\r\nCan We Talk? The JWA Podcast  — Each month on Can We Talk?, JWA's podcast team brings you stories and conversations about Jewish women and the issues that shape our public and private lives.Queen Esther and Bella Abzug: Costumes, Leadership, and Identity | Jewish Women's Archive — On Purim we dress in costume to create a new persona. We delight in unexpected images. We poke holes in the humdrum everyday roles of men and women, rich and poor, young and old. Our assumptions about people shift, and thus, the holiday transforms us.\r\n\r\nPeople often choose different costumes and personas as a strategic tool to help them stand up against injustice. In this Go \u0026amp; Learn guide we will focus on two remarkable Jewish women: The biblical figure, Esther, and the historical figure, Bella Abzug. Both women fought for justice and liberation, adopting personas that helped them to achieve their goals. In our featured document, Bella Abzug tells us how she decided to wear distinctive hats and gloves as a strategy for overcoming the disregard she experienced as a young female attorney fighting for justice.She Said No! | Reconstructing Judaism — This song by MIRAJ recounts Vashti's heroism during the Purim story.10 Resources for #MeToo and a Feminist Purim — In Episode 9 of Hashivenu we learn about the importance of lifting up women's voices as part of the #metoo movement, in the context of the story of Purim. Below are 10 resources to honor women's voices recommended by Ritualwell. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe Book of Esther contains striking examples of women speaking out against oppression in ways that both empower and imperil them. Are there parallels to the #metoo movement? Join Judith Rosenbaum, Executive Director of the Jewish Women’s Archive, in a wide-ranging discussion with Rabbi Deborah Waxman on resilient responses to trying times. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Judith Rosenbaum.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Archiving #MeToo | Jewish Women\u0026#39;s Archive\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jwa.org/metoo\"\u003eArchiving #MeToo | Jewish Women\u0026#39;s Archive\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Jewish women have #MeToo stories to tell, and we invite you to share yours.\r\n\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Can We Talk? The JWA Podcast \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jwa.org/podcasts/canwetalk\"\u003eCan We Talk? The JWA Podcast \u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Each month on Can We Talk?, JWA's podcast team brings you stories and conversations about Jewish women and the issues that shape our public and private lives.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Queen Esther and Bella Abzug: Costumes, Leadership, and Identity | Jewish Women\u0026#39;s Archive\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://jwa.org/teach/golearn/feb07\"\u003eQueen Esther and Bella Abzug: Costumes, Leadership, and Identity | Jewish Women\u0026#39;s Archive\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; On Purim we dress in costume to create a new persona. We delight in unexpected images. We poke holes in the humdrum everyday roles of men and women, rich and poor, young and old. Our assumptions about people shift, and thus, the holiday transforms us.\r\n\r\nPeople often choose different costumes and personas as a strategic tool to help them stand up against injustice. In this Go \u0026 Learn guide we will focus on two remarkable Jewish women: The biblical figure, Esther, and the historical figure, Bella Abzug. Both women fought for justice and liberation, adopting personas that helped them to achieve their goals. In our featured document, Bella Abzug tells us how she decided to wear distinctive hats and gloves as a strategy for overcoming the disregard she experienced as a young female attorney fighting for justice.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"She Said No! | Reconstructing Judaism\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/music/she-said-no\"\u003eShe Said No! | Reconstructing Judaism\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This song by MIRAJ recounts Vashti's heroism during the Purim story.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Resources for #MeToo and a Feminist Purim\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-resources-metoo-and-feminist-purim\"\u003e10 Resources for #MeToo and a Feminist Purim\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In Episode 9 of Hashivenu we learn about the importance of lifting up women's voices as part of the #metoo movement, in the context of the story of Purim. Below are 10 resources to honor women's voices recommended by Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"The Book of Esther contains striking examples of women speaking out against oppression in ways that both empower and imperil them. Are there parallels to the #metoo movement? Join Judith Rosenbaum, Executive Director of the Jewish Women’s Archive, in a wide-ranging discussion with Rabbi Deborah Waxman on resilient responses to trying times. ","date_published":"2018-02-26T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/3d78a70c-e4a9-44cc-b7de-b04453d6b07b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23168035,"duration_in_seconds":1392}]},{"id":"ddf0c5ec-dbbf-41aa-a247-8a55aa0b76b1","title":"Episode 8: Hineni — Being Present","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"How do we pull ourselves together when we feel scattered or unfocused? In this episode of Hashivenu, Rabbi Myriam Klotz and Rabbi Deborah Waxman invite us into the spiritual practice of \"hineni\" -- being present and responsive.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Myriam Klotz.Links:Upcoming Shabbat Yoga: Putting the Pause in the Pose at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, March 2-4:  — Let yoga move you through the rhythms of the Sabbath, a day of sacred rest and refreshment. Asana practice serves as your guide to embodying essential qualities of the Sabbath using the uniquely integrative approach of Shabbat Yoga.Institute for Jewish Spirituality — Cultivating mindful leaders. Revitalizing Jewish life.Bekhol Levavkha: A Training Program for Jewish Spiritual Directors - Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion — \"Bekhol Levavkha: A Training Program for Jewish Spiritual Directors\" is a two-year program for Jewish leaders who feel called to tend to the unfolding life of spirit in themselves and others.10 Embodied Rituals from Ritualwell","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eHow do we pull ourselves together when we feel scattered or unfocused? In this episode of Hashivenu, Rabbi Myriam Klotz and Rabbi Deborah Waxman invite us into the spiritual practice of \u0026quot;hineni\u0026quot; -- being present and responsive.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Myriam Klotz.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Upcoming Shabbat Yoga: Putting the Pause in the Pose at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, March 2-4: \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/shabbat-yoga-putting-pause-pose\"\u003eUpcoming Shabbat Yoga: Putting the Pause in the Pose at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, March 2-4: \u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Let yoga move you through the rhythms of the Sabbath, a day of sacred rest and refreshment. Asana practice serves as your guide to embodying essential qualities of the Sabbath using the uniquely integrative approach of Shabbat Yoga.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Institute for Jewish Spirituality\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/\"\u003eInstitute for Jewish Spirituality\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Cultivating mindful leaders. Revitalizing Jewish life.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Bekhol Levavkha: A Training Program for Jewish Spiritual Directors - Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://huc.edu/campus-life/new-york/spirituality-initiative/bekhol-levavkha-training-program-jewish-spiritual-directors\"\u003eBekhol Levavkha: A Training Program for Jewish Spiritual Directors - Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; \"Bekhol Levavkha: A Training Program for Jewish Spiritual Directors\" is a two-year program for Jewish leaders who feel called to tend to the unfolding life of spirit in themselves and others.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Embodied Rituals from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-embodied-rituals\"\u003e10 Embodied Rituals from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"How do we pull ourselves together when we feel scattered or unfocused? In this episode of Hashivenu, Rabbi Myriam Klotz and Rabbi Deborah Waxman invite us into the spiritual practice of \"hineni\" -- being present and responsive.","date_published":"2018-02-13T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/ddf0c5ec-dbbf-41aa-a247-8a55aa0b76b1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33239802,"duration_in_seconds":1347}]},{"id":"73138f95-5706-49b0-b3d6-5059de3a125d","title":"A Special Announcement","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/special","content_text":"This is Rabbi Deborah Waxman. Thanks so much for listening to our podcast, “Hashivenu: Jewish teachings on resilience.” Our next regular episode is on its way in February. But I wanted to take a moment to let you know about our organization’s new name: Reconstructing Judaism.Links:ReconstructingJudaism.orgWho We Are and What We Do — Reconstructing Judaism.\r\n\r\nThis phrase embodies the decades-long, evolving mission of all who have been a part of Reconstructionist Judaism.\r\n\r\nNow, Reconstructing Judaism is the new name of the central organization of the Reconstructionist movement, replacing the former: Reconstructionist Rabbinical College \u0026amp; Jewish Reconstructionist Communities.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis is Rabbi Deborah Waxman. Thanks so much for listening to our podcast, “Hashivenu: Jewish teachings on resilience.” Our next regular episode is on its way in February. But I wanted to take a moment to let you know about our organization’s new name: Reconstructing Judaism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Who We Are and What We Do\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/news/who-we-are-and-what-we-do\"\u003eWho We Are and What We Do\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Reconstructing Judaism.\r\n\r\nThis phrase embodies the decades-long, evolving mission of all who have been a part of Reconstructionist Judaism.\r\n\r\nNow, Reconstructing Judaism is the new name of the central organization of the Reconstructionist movement, replacing the former: Reconstructionist Rabbinical College \u0026 Jewish Reconstructionist Communities.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"This is Rabbi Deborah Waxman. Thanks so much for listening to our podcast, “Hashivenu: Jewish teachings on resilience.” Our next regular episode is on its way in February. But I wanted to take a moment to let you know about our organization’s new name: Reconstructing Judaism.","date_published":"2018-01-30T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/73138f95-5706-49b0-b3d6-5059de3a125d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":2979653,"duration_in_seconds":136}]},{"id":"987e6520-2388-4f1d-829c-5261c5632865","title":"Episode 7: Ecology","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/7","content_text":"In a wide-ranging conversation about ecology, Tu B'Shvat and shmittah (sabbatical year), Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb and Rabbi Deborah Waxman explore the ways in which Jewish tradition and ecological consciousness provide compelling models for resilience and sustainability. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb.Links:Adat Shalom — Adat Shalom has a rich and varied history, rooted in an evolving and active Judaism. We are a participatory member-led congregation of singles and families, dedicated to providing innovative and egalitarian services and leadership to our community.Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) | Protecting Creation, Generation to Generation — The Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) deepens and broadens the Jewish community’s commitment to stewardship and protection of the Earth through outreach, activism and Jewish learning. Writings by Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb10 Prayers and Rituals for the Environment from RitualwellHazon Shmita Project — The Shmita Project is working to expand awareness about the biblical Sabbatical tradition, and to bring the values of this practice to life today to support healthier, more sustainable Jewish communities.Resilience.org — Resilience.org aims to support building community resilience in a world of multiple emerging challenges: the decline of cheap energy, the depletion of critical resources like water, complex environmental crises like climate change and biodiversity loss, and the social and economic issues which are linked to these. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn a wide-ranging conversation about ecology, Tu B\u0026#39;Shvat and \u003cem\u003eshmittah\u003c/em\u003e (sabbatical year), Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb and Rabbi Deborah Waxman explore the ways in which Jewish tradition and ecological consciousness provide compelling models for resilience and sustainability. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Adat Shalom\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://adatshalom.net/about-adat-shalom\"\u003eAdat Shalom\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Adat Shalom has a rich and varied history, rooted in an evolving and active Judaism. We are a participatory member-led congregation of singles and families, dedicated to providing innovative and egalitarian services and leadership to our community.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) | Protecting Creation, Generation to Generation\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://multi.jewishpublicaffairs.org/coejl/\"\u003eCoalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) | Protecting Creation, Generation to Generation\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) deepens and broadens the Jewish community’s commitment to stewardship and protection of the Earth through outreach, activism and Jewish learning. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Writings by Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/profile/fred-scherlinder-dobb\"\u003eWritings by Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Prayers and Rituals for the Environment from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-prayers-and-rituals-environment\"\u003e10 Prayers and Rituals for the Environment from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hazon Shmita Project\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://hazon.org/shmita-project/overview/\"\u003eHazon Shmita Project\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; The Shmita Project is working to expand awareness about the biblical Sabbatical tradition, and to bring the values of this practice to life today to support healthier, more sustainable Jewish communities.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Resilience.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.resilience.org/\"\u003eResilience.org\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Resilience.org aims to support building community resilience in a world of multiple emerging challenges: the decline of cheap energy, the depletion of critical resources like water, complex environmental crises like climate change and biodiversity loss, and the social and economic issues which are linked to these. \u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In a wide-ranging conversation about ecology, Tu B'Shvat and _shmittah_ (sabbatical year) Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb and Rabbi Deborah Waxman explore the ways in which Jewish tradition and ecological consciousness provide compelling models for resilience and sustainability. ","date_published":"2018-01-22T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/987e6520-2388-4f1d-829c-5261c5632865.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":35386745,"duration_in_seconds":1440}]},{"id":"ebcb7a23-7e08-4411-98de-9ebffe701f90","title":"Episode 6: Mindfulness","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/6","content_text":"In challenging times, we often search for firm ground to stand on. In this interview with Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, Rabbi Deborah Waxman explores mindfulness as a path that can anchor us, nourish our Jewish lives, and sustain us as we strive to fulfill our Jewish values. \n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell.Links:10 Mindfulness Rituals and Meditations from Ritualwell — In honor of the launch of the new podcast Hashivenu: Jewish teachings on resilience, created by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, we are highlighting rituals that have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. In the January 2018 episode we learn about Jewish mindfulness and meditation from Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell. Below are 10 mindfulness rituals and meditations recommended by Ritualwell. On Resiliency: Cedar and Reed (Video) — A Jewish mindfulness teaching and practice based on the Talmud, Ta'anit 20a. There are different models for how to be strong in the midst of a storm -- try that of the reed. With Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality.\r\n\r\nInstitute for Jewish Spirituality. Cultivating Mindful Leaders. Revitalizing Judaism. — We believe that leaders who engage in Jewish spiritual practices that are grounded in mindfulness are better equipped to contribute to building Jewish communities that are vibrant, resilient, and wise; they are able to meaningfully address the brokenness of our world.Our Guest in the News","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn challenging times, we often search for firm ground to stand on. In this interview with Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, Rabbi Deborah Waxman explores mindfulness as a path that can anchor us, nourish our Jewish lives, and sustain us as we strive to fulfill our Jewish values. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Mindfulness Rituals and Meditations from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-mindfulness-rituals-and-meditations\"\u003e10 Mindfulness Rituals and Meditations from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In honor of the launch of the new podcast Hashivenu: Jewish teachings on resilience, created by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, we are highlighting rituals that have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. In the January 2018 episode we learn about Jewish mindfulness and meditation from Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell. Below are 10 mindfulness rituals and meditations recommended by Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"On Resiliency: Cedar and Reed (Video)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://vimeo.com/242869164\"\u003eOn Resiliency: Cedar and Reed (Video)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A Jewish mindfulness teaching and practice based on the Talmud, Ta'anit 20a. There are different models for how to be strong in the midst of a storm -- try that of the reed. With Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality.\r\n\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Institute for Jewish Spirituality. Cultivating Mindful Leaders. Revitalizing Judaism.\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.jewishspirituality.org/\"\u003eInstitute for Jewish Spirituality. Cultivating Mindful Leaders. Revitalizing Judaism.\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; We believe that leaders who engage in Jewish spiritual practices that are grounded in mindfulness are better equipped to contribute to building Jewish communities that are vibrant, resilient, and wise; they are able to meaningfully address the brokenness of our world.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Our Guest in the News\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-jewish-muslim-fathers-celebrate-hannukah-20171215-story.html?utm_source=JTA%20Maropost\u0026amp;utm_campaign=JTA\u0026amp;utm_medium=email\"\u003eOur Guest in the News\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In challenging times, we often search for firm ground to stand on. In this interview with Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, Rabbi Deborah Waxman explores mindfulness as a path that can anchor us, nourish our Jewish lives, and sustain us as we strive to fulfill our Jewish values. ","date_published":"2018-01-07T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/ebcb7a23-7e08-4411-98de-9ebffe701f90.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37708431,"duration_in_seconds":1537}]},{"id":"0e2784ab-2733-4962-bbd6-31ee6346c2fb","title":"Episode 5: Activism","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/5","content_text":"The story of Hanukkah invites us to kindle lights in the darkness, and to overcome despair with hope and action. In this spirit, Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum reflects on the extraordinary work of her community, and how it embodies the fundamental connection between spiritual life and social activism.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum.Links:18 Rituals for Social Activism from Ritualwell — Below are 18 rituals which address, inspire, and motivate social activism, as recommended by Ritualwell. House of Peace Jewish-Muslim OutreachJews And Muslims Come Together In These Touching Photos — On a recent Friday, members of Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) arrived at the Islamic Center at New York University in ponchos and rain boots. They dried their laminated signs that read, “Jewish New Yorkers support our Muslim neighbors,” and greeted worshippers attending the weekly Jummah Prayer.CBST: Building a Bold Spiritual Community of Resistance and Love | Congregation Beit Simchat Torah — CBST is  engaging in a process of discerning what it will be to be a powerful spiritual community of resistance and love. This is a marathon - as Heschel said in 1944 - just as evil as the forces of fascism are, we must be as forcefully good.Shabbat at Congregation Beit Simchat Torah","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe story of Hanukkah invites us to kindle lights in the darkness, and to overcome despair with hope and action. In this spirit, Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum reflects on the extraordinary work of her community, and how it embodies the fundamental connection between spiritual life and social activism.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"18 Rituals for Social Activism from Ritualwell\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/18-rituals-social-activism\"\u003e18 Rituals for Social Activism from Ritualwell\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Below are 18 rituals which address, inspire, and motivate social activism, as recommended by Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"House of Peace Jewish-Muslim Outreach\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://cbst.org/content/house-peace-jewish-muslim-outreach\"\u003eHouse of Peace Jewish-Muslim Outreach\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jews And Muslims Come Together In These Touching Photos\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://forward.com/opinion/374003/common-ground-jews-and-muslims-join-together-in-these-touching-photos/\"\u003eJews And Muslims Come Together In These Touching Photos\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; On a recent Friday, members of Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (CBST) arrived at the Islamic Center at New York University in ponchos and rain boots. They dried their laminated signs that read, “Jewish New Yorkers support our Muslim neighbors,” and greeted worshippers attending the weekly Jummah Prayer.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"CBST: Building a Bold Spiritual Community of Resistance and Love | Congregation Beit Simchat Torah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://cbst.org/content/cbst-building-bold-spiritual-community-resistance-and-love\"\u003eCBST: Building a Bold Spiritual Community of Resistance and Love | Congregation Beit Simchat Torah\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; CBST is  engaging in a process of discerning what it will be to be a powerful spiritual community of resistance and love. This is a marathon - as Heschel said in 1944 - just as evil as the forces of fascism are, we must be as forcefully good.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shabbat at Congregation Beit Simchat Torah\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://cbst.org/content/shabbat\"\u003eShabbat at Congregation Beit Simchat Torah\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"The story of Hanukkah invites us to kindle lights in the darkness, and to overcome despair with hope and action. In this spirit, Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum reflects on the extraordinary work of her community, and how it embodies the fundamental connection between spiritual life and social activism.","date_published":"2017-12-05T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/0e2784ab-2733-4962-bbd6-31ee6346c2fb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40670804,"duration_in_seconds":1660}]},{"id":"55c2bcd9-8700-488d-8fad-93012baf393b","title":"Episode 4: Chanting","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/4","content_text":"According to Rabbi Shefa Gold, “Chant is the bridge between the inner life and the outer expression; between the solitary practice and the shared beauty of fellowship.” She has set verses from Jewish liturgy and from the Hebrew Bible to chants that are both beautiful and meditative.  This episode explores how the ancient practice of chanting can cultivate renewal while bringing traditional liturgy to life.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Shefa Gold.Links:Rabbi Shefa Gold — Rabbi Shefa Gold develops and leads Hebrew chants based on Jewish sacred texts for transformative spiritual growth.\r\n\r\nFlavors of Gratefulness App | Rabbi Shefa Gold — With Rabbi Shefa Gold’s app you can awaken to all the many dimensions of gratefulness with Modah Ani. Wake up each day to a new melody to fuel the intention (kavanah) to see and recognize God’s Face in the details of the upcoming day.Chants \u0026amp; Practices | Rabbi Shefa Gold — This page lists all the chants \u0026amp; practices in alphabetical order with links to the chants. (In the submenu, you can also view chant listings by the ‘categories’ used in The Magic of Hebrew Chant.) Click the chant’s name to see the full page for that chant.Resilience: Im aylech — To hear the various parts of the chant, use the audio players. Psalm 138:7 — Psalm 138:7, the source text of the chant included in this episode. Ritualwell: 10 Rituals Which Feature or Include Chanting","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAccording to Rabbi Shefa Gold, “Chant is the bridge between the inner life and the outer expression; between the solitary practice and the shared beauty of fellowship.” She has set verses from Jewish liturgy and from the Hebrew Bible to chants that are both beautiful and meditative.  This episode explores how the ancient practice of chanting can cultivate renewal while bringing traditional liturgy to life.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Shefa Gold.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Shefa Gold\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbishefagold.com/\"\u003eRabbi Shefa Gold\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Rabbi Shefa Gold develops and leads Hebrew chants based on Jewish sacred texts for transformative spiritual growth.\r\n\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Flavors of Gratefulness App | Rabbi Shefa Gold\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbishefagold.com/hebrew_chant/modah_ani_app/\"\u003eFlavors of Gratefulness App | Rabbi Shefa Gold\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; With Rabbi Shefa Gold’s app you can awaken to all the many dimensions of gratefulness with Modah Ani. Wake up each day to a new melody to fuel the intention (kavanah) to see and recognize God’s Face in the details of the upcoming day.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chants \u0026amp; Practices | Rabbi Shefa Gold\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbishefagold.com/hebrew_chant/chant_listing/\"\u003eChants \u0026amp; Practices | Rabbi Shefa Gold\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This page lists all the chants \u0026 practices in alphabetical order with links to the chants. (In the submenu, you can also view chant listings by the ‘categories’ used in The Magic of Hebrew Chant.) Click the chant’s name to see the full page for that chant.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Resilience: Im aylech\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbishefagold.com/resilience/\"\u003eResilience: Im aylech\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; To hear the various parts of the chant, use the audio players. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Psalm 138:7\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.138.7/he/Tanach_with_Text_Only?lang=bi\"\u003ePsalm 138:7\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Psalm 138:7, the source text of the chant included in this episode. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ritualwell: 10 Rituals Which Feature or Include Chanting\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-rituals-which-feature-or-include-chanting\"\u003eRitualwell: 10 Rituals Which Feature or Include Chanting\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"According to Rabbi Shefa Gold, “Chant is the bridge between the inner life and the outer expression; between the solitary practice and the shared beauty of fellowship.” She has set verses from Jewish liturgy and from the Hebrew Bible to chants that are both beautiful and meditative.  This episode explores how the ancient practice of chanting can cultivate renewal while bringing traditional liturgy to life.\r\n","date_published":"2017-11-07T00:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/55c2bcd9-8700-488d-8fad-93012baf393b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":39562655,"duration_in_seconds":1614}]},{"id":"c747ef86-1244-4bb2-8163-21a9ead10e8f","title":"Episode 3: Humor","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/3","content_text":"The upcoming holiday of Sukkot is known as z'man simkhateynu, the season of our joy. In keeping with that theme, Rabbi Seth Goldstein joins us for a special episode on humor. Whether opening us to laughter and joy, or easing the way in difficult times, humor can be a powerful path toward resilience. \n\nBonus feature! Check out Rabbi Deborah Brin's video on Laughter Yoga at Vimeo.\n\nFind out more about the show at About, and learn about our theme song at Theme Song.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Seth Goldstein.Links:4 Rituals Acknowledging Humor from Ritualwell.org — In honor of the podcast Hashivenu, we are highlighting rituals that have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. In the third episode, we learn about how humor offers a tool to lighten the darkness. Here are 4 unique rituals which acknowledge humor, recommended by Ritualwell.Carpooling with Rabbi — Seth Goldstein's video series. \"When Kirsten was the Community Engagement Coordinator at my congregation, she lived just a few blocks from my son’s school. After I did the morning drop off I needed to pass by her house on the way to work. So I offered to give her a ride…\"Torah tl;dr — Seth Goldstein's micro-Torah-podcast. \"Torah tl;dr injects a little wisdom into your day, giving you a highlight of the Torah portion in 60 seconds. New podcasts every Friday, just in time for Shabbat.\"\r\n\r\n\"The Spanish Inquisition\" from Mel Brooks' \"History of the World: Part I\" — See the movie segment referred to in this episode.Wikipedia article on Jewish Humor — Jewish humour is the long tradition of humour in Judaism dating back to the Torah and the Midrash from the ancient Middle East, but generally refers to the more recent stream of verbal and often anecdotal humour of Ashkenazi Jewry which took root in the United States over the last hundred years, including in secular Jewish culture...Jewish humor, while diverse, favors wordplay, irony, and satire, and its themes are highly anti-authoritarian, mocking religious and secular life alike.Laughter Yoga with Rabbi Deborah BrinRabbi Deborah Brin's homepage","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe upcoming holiday of Sukkot is known as \u003ci\u003ez\u0026#39;man simkhateynu\u003c/i\u003e, the season of our joy. In keeping with that theme, Rabbi Seth Goldstein joins us for a special episode on humor. Whether opening us to laughter and joy, or easing the way in difficult times, humor can be a powerful path toward resilience. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBonus feature! Check out \u003ca href=\"https://vimeo.com/rrcvideo/laughter-yoga\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eRabbi Deborah Brin\u0026#39;s video on Laughter Yoga at Vimeo.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the show at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/about\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eAbout\u003c/a\u003e, and learn about our theme song at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/theme-song\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eTheme Song\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Seth Goldstein.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"4 Rituals Acknowledging Humor from Ritualwell.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/4-rituals-acknowledging-humor\"\u003e4 Rituals Acknowledging Humor from Ritualwell.org\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; In honor of the podcast Hashivenu, we are highlighting rituals that have sustained the Jewish people throughout history. In the third episode, we learn about how humor offers a tool to lighten the darkness. Here are 4 unique rituals which acknowledge humor, recommended by Ritualwell.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carpooling with Rabbi\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://rabbi360.com/carpooling-with-rabbi/\"\u003eCarpooling with Rabbi\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Seth Goldstein's video series. \"When Kirsten was the Community Engagement Coordinator at my congregation, she lived just a few blocks from my son’s school. After I did the morning drop off I needed to pass by her house on the way to work. So I offered to give her a ride…\"\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Torah tl;dr\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://rabbi360.com/torah-tldr/\"\u003eTorah tl;dr\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Seth Goldstein's micro-Torah-podcast. \"Torah tl;dr injects a little wisdom into your day, giving you a highlight of the Torah portion in 60 seconds. New podcasts every Friday, just in time for Shabbat.\"\r\n\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"\u0026quot;The Spanish Inquisition\u0026quot; from Mel Brooks\u0026#39; \u0026quot;History of the World: Part I\u0026quot;\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnF1OtP2Svk\"\u003e\u0026quot;The Spanish Inquisition\u0026quot; from Mel Brooks\u0026#39; \u0026quot;History of the World: Part I\u0026quot;\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; See the movie segment referred to in this episode.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Wikipedia article on Jewish Humor\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jewish_humour\"\u003eWikipedia article on Jewish Humor\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Jewish humour is the long tradition of humour in Judaism dating back to the Torah and the Midrash from the ancient Middle East, but generally refers to the more recent stream of verbal and often anecdotal humour of Ashkenazi Jewry which took root in the United States over the last hundred years, including in secular Jewish culture...Jewish humor, while diverse, favors wordplay, irony, and satire, and its themes are highly anti-authoritarian, mocking religious and secular life alike.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Laughter Yoga with Rabbi Deborah Brin\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://vimeo.com/rrcvideo/laughter-yoga\"\u003eLaughter Yoga with Rabbi Deborah Brin\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rabbi Deborah Brin\u0026#39;s homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbibrin.com/\"\u003eRabbi Deborah Brin\u0026#39;s homepage\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"The upcoming holiday of Sukkot is known as \u003ci\u003ez'man simkhateynu\u003c/i\u003e, the season of our joy. In keeping with that theme, Rabbi Seth Goldstein joins us for a special episode on humor. Whether opening us to laughter and joy, or easing the way in difficult times, humor can be a powerful path toward resilience.","date_published":"2017-09-29T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/c747ef86-1244-4bb2-8163-21a9ead10e8f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38617183,"duration_in_seconds":1575}]},{"id":"59ec042d-89a0-48d6-af97-1d61525b716e","title":"Episode 2: Teshuvah and Forgiveness","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/2","content_text":"As the High Holiday season approaches, Jewish people across the world begin to reflect on their behavior of the past year. They wonder: what does it mean to forgive? What does it mean to seek forgiveness? In a conversation with Rabbi Vivie Mayer, we explore the complexities of teshuvah (repentance)  and ways to seek it as the Jewish new year approaches and throughout the year.\n\nFind out more about the show at About, and learn about our theme song at Theme Song.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Vivie Mayer.Links:10 Rituals to Assist with Making Teshuvah (Ritualwell.org) — Below are 10 unique Teshuvah rituals recommended by Ritualwell. Reconstructionist Approach to Teshuvah (ReconstructingJudaism.org) — A study sheet on the evolving concept of teshuvah over the ages.Mahzor Leyamim Nora'im (Reconstructionist Press Bookstore) — Our Mahzor is an inclusive, comprehensive volume for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services; one that is rooted in the traditional Hebrew liturgy, yet fully contemporary. Listen to Dodi Tzafati Lach (Rabbi Shefa Gold)Teshuvah and Compassion (ReconstructingJudaism.org) — This study sheet on teshuvah and compassion draws our attention to the interplay between our ability to forgive others, and God's ability to forgive us. Finding Forgiveness (ReconstructingJudaism.org — A personal reflection on the ins and outs of finding, and granting, forgiveness.Bedtime Shema Writing Project (Ritualwell.org)Sylvia Boorstein's website","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAs the High Holiday season approaches, Jewish people across the world begin to reflect on their behavior of the past year. They wonder: what does it mean to forgive? What does it mean to seek forgiveness? In a conversation with Rabbi Vivie Mayer, we explore the complexities of \u003cem\u003eteshuvah\u003c/em\u003e (repentance)  and ways to seek it as the Jewish new year approaches and throughout the year.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the show at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/about\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eAbout\u003c/a\u003e, and learn about our theme song at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/theme-song\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eTheme Song\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Vivie Mayer.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Rituals to Assist with Making Teshuvah (Ritualwell.org)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/list/10-rituals-assist-making-teshuvah\"\u003e10 Rituals to Assist with Making Teshuvah (Ritualwell.org)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Below are 10 unique Teshuvah rituals recommended by Ritualwell. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reconstructionist Approach to Teshuvah (ReconstructingJudaism.org)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ReconstructingJudaism.org/document/teshuvah-reconstructionist-perspective\"\u003eReconstructionist Approach to Teshuvah (ReconstructingJudaism.org)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A study sheet on the evolving concept of teshuvah over the ages.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Mahzor Leyamim Nora\u0026#39;im (Reconstructionist Press Bookstore)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://stores.jewishreconbooks.org/sale-mahzor-leyamim-noraim/\"\u003eMahzor Leyamim Nora\u0026#39;im (Reconstructionist Press Bookstore)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; Our Mahzor is an inclusive, comprehensive volume for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services; one that is rooted in the traditional Hebrew liturgy, yet fully contemporary. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Listen to Dodi Tzafati Lach (Rabbi Shefa Gold)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.rabbishefagold.com/god-window/\"\u003eListen to Dodi Tzafati Lach (Rabbi Shefa Gold)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Teshuvah and Compassion (ReconstructingJudaism.org)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ReconstructingJudaism.org/document/teshuvah-and-compassion\"\u003eTeshuvah and Compassion (ReconstructingJudaism.org)\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; This study sheet on teshuvah and compassion draws our attention to the interplay between our ability to forgive others, and God's ability to forgive us. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Finding Forgiveness (ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ReconstructingJudaism.org/article/finding-forgiveness\"\u003eFinding Forgiveness (ReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e \u0026mdash; A personal reflection on the ins and outs of finding, and granting, forgiveness.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Bedtime Shema Writing Project (Ritualwell.org)\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.ritualwell.org/ritual/bedtime-shema-writing-project\"\u003eBedtime Shema Writing Project (Ritualwell.org)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sylvia Boorstein\u0026#39;s website\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http://www.sylviaboorstein.com/\"\u003eSylvia Boorstein\u0026#39;s website\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"As the High Holiday season approaches, Jewish people across the world begin to reflect on their behavior of the past year. They wonder: what does it mean to forgive? What does it mean to seek forgiveness? In a conversation with Rabbi Vivie Mayer, we explore the complexities of teshuvah (repentance)  and ways to seek it as the Jewish new year approaches and throughout the year.\r\n","date_published":"2017-09-05T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/59ec042d-89a0-48d6-af97-1d61525b716e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38846054,"duration_in_seconds":1585}]},{"id":"cdb0816b-81e8-48de-83b5-82910812b7be","title":"Episode 1: Shabbat","url":"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/1","content_text":"In this episode of Hashivenu: Jewish Teachings on Resilience, Rabbi Jacob Staub, Ph.D., talks about one of the deepest and best known of Jewish practices, Shabbat.  We read about this ancient practice in Genesis, with God creating the world in six days and then resting on the seventh—and from that, we get the concept of a day of rest.\n\nRabbi Staub is a professor of Jewish philosophy and spirituality at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. He’s written widely on many topics, including a beautiful extended chapter on the Jewish Sabbath in “A Guide to Jewish Practice, Volume 2 – Shabbat and Holidays,” published by the RRC Press. You are invited to review the chapter by clicking on the link under Episode Links, below.\n\nFind out more about the show at About, and learn about our theme song at Theme Song.\n\nSubscribe by Email\n\n\n\nThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org.Special Guest: Rabbi Jacob Staub, Ph.D..Links:Chapters on Shabbat from “A Guide to Jewish Practice, Volume 2 – Shabbat and Holidays”10 Unique Shabbat Rituals on Ritualwell.orgShabbat Resources from ReconstructingJudaism.org","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of \u003cem\u003eHashivenu: Jewish Teachings on Resilience\u003c/em\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://jewishrecon.org/profile/rabbi-jacob-staub-phd\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eRabbi Jacob Staub, Ph.D.,\u003c/a\u003e talks about one of the deepest and best known of Jewish practices, Shabbat.  We read about this ancient practice in Genesis, with God creating the world in six days and then resting on the seventh—and from that, we get the concept of a day of rest.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRabbi Staub is a professor of Jewish philosophy and spirituality at the \u003ca href=\"http://www.rrc.edu\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructionist Rabbinical College\u003c/a\u003e. He’s written widely on many topics, including a beautiful extended chapter on the Jewish Sabbath in \u003ca href=\"http://stores.jewishreconbooks.org/guide-to-jewish-practice-three-volume-set/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e“A Guide to Jewish Practice, Volume 2 – Shabbat and Holidays,” published by the RRC Press\u003c/a\u003e. You are invited to review the chapter by clicking on the link under \u003cem\u003eEpisode Links\u003c/em\u003e, below.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about the show at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/about\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eAbout\u003c/a\u003e, and learn about our theme song at \u003ca href=\"https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/theme-song\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eTheme Song\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://subscribebyemail.com/hashivenu.fireside.fm/rss\" title=\"Subscribe by Email\"\u003eSubscribe by Email\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at \u003ca href=\"https://ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guest: Rabbi Jacob Staub, Ph.D..\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinks:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chapters on Shabbat from “A Guide to Jewish Practice, Volume 2 – Shabbat and Holidays”\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/sites/default/files/shabbat_excerpts_from_guide_to_jewish_practice.pdf\"\u003eChapters on Shabbat from “A Guide to Jewish Practice, Volume 2 – Shabbat and Holidays”\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"10 Unique Shabbat Rituals on Ritualwell.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://ritualwell.org/list/10-unique-shabbat-rituals\"\u003e10 Unique Shabbat Rituals on Ritualwell.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shabbat Resources from ReconstructingJudaism.org\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/shabbat\"\u003eShabbat Resources from ReconstructingJudaism.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"In this episode, Rabbi Jacob Staub, Ph.D., talks about one of the deepest and best known of Jewish practices, Shabbat.  We read about this ancient practice in Genesis, with God creating the world in six days and then resting on the seventh—and from that, we get the concept of a day of rest. Rabbi Staub is a professor of Jewish philosophy and spirituality at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. He’s written widely on many topics, including a beautiful extended chapter on the Jewish Sabbath in \"A Guide to Jewish Practice,\" published by the RRC Press.","date_published":"2017-08-10T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chtbl.com/track/4G298/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/1f9a646e-2586-4b35-8d8f-45268644b972/cdb0816b-81e8-48de-83b5-82910812b7be.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":33377009,"duration_in_seconds":1357}]}]}