Israel/Palestine Committee
Israel/Palestine Committee
The Havurah Shalom Israel/Palestine Committee was formed to promote discussions of Israel/Palestine that further our understanding of the history of the land and its peoples, the different cultures of the peoples currently residing there and pertinent issues confronting Israel/Palestine today. We are guided by the values of justice, the dignity and equal worth of all human life, and respect for the ecological capacity of the land.
Our overriding goal is to have Havurah members engage with the complicated issues of Israel and Palestine and enable open, respectful, and meaningful discussions. To this end, the Committee conducts a variety of events.
Please see the link below to access the portal for our committee. There you will find information about upcoming events and past events. As appropriate, we will also link to resources that we consider to be helpful.
Please note that on our “past events” pages, you will find resources pertinent to those events so that you can benefit even if you were unable to attend.
Israel/Palestine Committee Portal
See more up-to-date news and events from the Israel/Palestine Committee.
Resources on Israel/Palestine collated in 2015
Here are some resources on Israel/Palestine collated in 2015 for a class by Joel Beinin.
The Israel/Palestine Committee is co-chaired by Elinor Gollay and Lee Gordon.
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Sunday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2022Tashlich for Everyone
Sunday, Oct 2nd 12:00p to 1:15p
Join us at George Rogers Park to cast our regrets into the waters as a community. More details are on their way! -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2022High Holidays Cemetery Gathering
Sunday, Oct 2nd 2:00p to 3:15p
We gather to remember our loved ones, led in song and remembrance. Havurah Cemetery, 5656 SW Humphrey Blvd. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2022Tashlich at Cathedral Park
Sunday, Oct 2nd 4:00p to 5:30p
Families and individuals of all ages are welcome for this brief ritual at the river's edge, led by Barbara Slader. We'll symbolically cast off old habits, attitudes and regrets that no longer serve us. Please bring some bread or cracker crumbs, or small stones, and consider ahead the personal 'unburdening' they represent, as we find renewal in the New Year. There is the larger Havurah Shalom's Tashlich at Roger's Park at this same time and date - but if you are looking for a smaller and closer Tashlich please join us. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2022(ZM) Days of Awe-some: Text, Talk & Teshuvah
Sunday, Oct 2nd 7:30p to 8:30p
We will meet evenings on most of the days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and as a bonus on Yom Kippur during the service break. We gather to indulge in Inquiry, Intention and Introspection around themes of the ten Days of Awe, with a focus on turning and returning to the One. All are welcome. Each evening we will read an excerpt from The Book of Days, by Rabbi Jill Hammer, and/or other texts, make time for guided contemplation, and share reflections about teshuvah in small groups. -
Monday ,
OctOctober 3 , 2022(IP) Southeast Tashlich
Monday, Oct 3rd 5:00p to 6:30p
We’ll sing some songs, say some prayers, share some words, cast our sins into the water, then have an informal picnic dinner. Open to all members. -
Monday ,
OctOctober 3 , 2022(ZM) Days of Awe-some: Text, Talk & Teshuvah
Monday, Oct 3rd 7:30p to 8:30p
We will meet evenings on most of the days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and as a bonus on Yom Kippur during the service break. We gather to indulge in Inquiry, Intention and Introspection around themes of the ten Days of Awe, with a focus on turning and returning to the One. All are welcome. Each evening we will read an excerpt from The Book of Days, by Rabbi Jill Hammer, and/or other texts, make time for guided contemplation, and share reflections about teshuvah in small groups. -
Tuesday ,
OctOctober 4 , 2022Kol Nidre Service
Tuesday, Oct 4th 7:00p to 9:00p
This service will take place at the Tiffany Center and online via our YouTube stream. For complete information about High Holidays at Havurah Shalom, please visit our High Holidays page. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 5 , 2022Yom Kippur Morning Services
Wednesday, Oct 5th 9:30a to 2:00p
This service will take place at the Tiffany Center and online via our YouTube stream. For complete information about High Holidays at Havurah Shalom, please visit our High Holidays page. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 5 , 2022Yom Kippur Afternoon and Evening Services
Wednesday, Oct 5th 3:00p to 7:00p
These services will take place at the Tiffany Center and online via our YouTube stream. For complete information about High Holidays at Havurah Shalom, please visit our High Holidays page. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 5 , 2022(IP) Yom Kippur Family Service
Wednesday, Oct 5th 3:30p to 4:15p
All are welcome! Service is geared toward families with children ages 5-10. We explore the themes of Yom Kippur and sing some of the beloved songs of this holiday. Our service is participatory–with lots of singing, skits and humor. We get right to the heart of the matter of teshuvah, returning to our best selves. We are holding this service later in the day so that families can easily stay for the Mincha service with teen leadership and for Neilah, our short and sweet closing service to Yom Kippur.