Purim
Purim
The Book of Esther tells the story of the Jews of Persia, during the time of King Ahasuerus. After Queen Esther's cousin Mordecai refused to bow down to Haman, the king's minister, Haman tried to wipe out the Jews. The king gave him permission to draw lots (pur) to determine the day of destruction.
When Mordecai learned about the plan, he asked his cousin Esther to intercede. At a banquet for the king and Haman, she denounced Haman, who was hanged.
Celebrations of this story include humorous spiels with costumes, jokes and songs, and boundary-crossing on issues of gender, sexuality, authority, and relations with the non-Jewish world.
In this photo taken by Barbara Gundle at Havurah's 2018 Purim celebration, Rabbi Benjamin, dressed as Esther, addresses the crowd in a Brooklyn accent.
Mon, July 13 2020
21 Tammuz 5780
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Upcoming Events
All Events
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Monday ,
JulJuly 13 , 2020Four Wise Biblical Women and They Aren't Who You Think They Are
Monday, Jul 13th 3:00p to 4:00p
Over four sessions we will bring into the light four wise women from the Tanach who deserve recognition for their wisdom, courage and/or vitality. Classes are every other week to allow participants to have time to do the biblical reading about the woman we are studying prior to the class. Taught by Emily Simon. This class will take place online in Room Gimel. -
Saturday ,
JulJuly 18 , 2020Community Minyan
Shabbat, Jul 18th 10:00a to 12:00p
Join our Community Minyan in celebrating Shabbat. Led by community members and Rabbi Benjamin, this service includes davening, Torah reading, and discussion, as well as an opportunity to say Kaddish. We will meet virtually through Zoom Room Aleph while COVID-19 precautions are being observed. Log in to the website and then visit havurahshalom.org/zoom or call the office for join info (503-248-4662 ext. 2). -
Thursday ,
JulJuly 23 , 2020Uprooting and Rooting: A Jewish Meditation Retreat
Thursday, Jul 23rd (All day)
Rabbi Benjamin will be teaching with Rabbis Yael Levy and Joshua Boettiger. What are the habits and thoughts that generate confusion, constriction and fear—in our lives and in the world—and how can we uproot them? What are the taproots that connect us to the true source and callings of our lives and how can we nurture them? In this precarious time, these questions and practices feel more vital than ever. While our contact will be through technology, we will build a very real community of retreat. There will be a detailed schedule to hold and guide us, including: sitting and walking meditation, prayer, chanting, teachings, instructions and check-ins with teachers. While we recognize that life circumstances are complicated and that some of us may be pulled away in moments, we are asking that everyone make a committed effort to treat these days as immersive retreat time. This will strengthen the experience for ourselves and each other. Scholarships available. Contact Rabbi Benjamin with any questions. Register at https://www.awayin.org/uprooting-and-rooting. -
Friday ,
JulJuly 24 , 2020Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, Jul 24th 7:30p to 8:30p
Welcome in Shabbat with a musical service led by our lay leaders! Join us in Zoom Room Aleph. Be in touch with the office for join info: rachel@havurahshalom.org -
Saturday ,
JulJuly 25 , 2020Community Minyan
Shabbat, Jul 25th 10:00a to 12:00p
Join our Community Minyan in celebrating Shabbat. Led by community members and Rabbi Benjamin, this service includes davening, Torah reading, and discussion, as well as an opportunity to say Kaddish. We will meet virtually through Zoom Room Aleph while COVID-19 precautions are being observed. Log in to the website and then visit havurahshalom.org/zoom or call the office for join info (503-248-4662 ext. 2). -
Monday ,
JulJuly 27 , 2020Four Wise Biblical Women and They Aren't Who You Think They Are
Monday, Jul 27th 3:00p to 4:00p
Over four sessions we will bring into the light four wise women from the Tanach who deserve recognition for their wisdom, courage and/or vitality. Classes are every other week to allow participants to have time to do the biblical reading about the woman we are studying prior to the class. Taught by Emily Simon. This class will take place online in Room Gimel. -
Tuesday ,
JulJuly 28 , 2020Book Discussion Group: An Oasis in Time
Tuesday, Jul 28th 7:00p to 8:30p
Please join us for a special book discussion. We will be discussing An Oasis in Time, by Marilyn Paul. Marilyn will be joining us via Zoom that evening. So, get a copy of the book and discover how a day of rest can save your life! Then join us that evening to hear directly from the author. Meeting will take place in Zoom Room Bet. -
Tuesday ,
JulJuly 28 , 2020Sanctuary Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Jul 28th 7:00p to 9:00p
This meeting will take place in Zoom Room Gimel. Joinfo can be found in Hineinu or by calling the office. -
Thursday ,
JulJuly 30 , 2020Alter Rocker Happy Hour
Thursday, Jul 30th 5:00p to 6:30p
Let's have another Alte Rockers Zoom Happy Hour! Following last month's event, we are going to arrange a Happy Hour each month, to check in with our wonderful group. Grab your favorite drink and appetizer and join others from AlteRockers in socializing. I don't know about you, but I am sure interested in how you have learned to enjoy life during the time of Covid-19. How have you been using your time? Have you come up with new food dishes? What are you doing this summer? If you have any questions, please contact Ted Scheinman, tedscheinman@hotmail.com or by phone at 503-452-7432 or cell at 503-914-9584. We'll be in Zoom Room Bet. Join info can be found in Hineinu or by calling the Havurah office (503-248-4662, ext. 2) -
Tuesday ,
AugAugust 4 , 2020HCAT Meeting
Tuesday, Aug 4th 7:00p to 8:30p
Monthly meeting of the HCAT. Zoom available!
Mon, July 13 2020 21 Tammuz 5780