The Jewish Spirituality Havurah had an inspiring beginning last Wednesday, Oct. 18 and we are still open for new members!
My aha moment is that shared responsibility for a spiritually driven Havurah allows us to share our true selves.
The article What is Jewish Spirituality by Jay Michaelson was our springboard that led to introductions and discussion about themes for future meetings as we relaxed in a home environment with herbal tea and cookies. Six of us (three over age 60 and three under age 30), came up with a number of good ideas:
Jewish spirituality through integrating nature into a Jewish framework, exploring why there seems to be a large percentage of Jews drawn to Buddhism and yoga, Jewish community and joy, singing, meditation, miracles, hunger for spirituality, a cooperative and themed Shabbat dinner.
Jewish chanting and meditation will be the focus of our next meeting on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at a co-leaders home in South Burlington. If you would like to attend the Ohavi Zedek Synagogue online minyan, you are welcome to arrive at 7:00 p.m.
If you are excited to explore different channels for Jewish Spirituality in a small supportive home environment please click here to register, if you are not already registered. You do not have to be affiliated with a Jewish organization to join.