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iEngage Series
iEngage Series
iEngage, the program about Israel developed by the Shalom Hartman Institute, returns to Rodeph Shalom on September 15. Rick Berkman, RS Past President, will lead this eight-week series that helps North American Jews prepare for Israel’s future by gaining a greater understanding of pivotal past events. Presented by Israel ConnectRS, the course explores the critical […]
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Weekly Meditation Group
Weekly Meditation Group
Please join us each Friday evening from 4:30-5:30pm for Jewish mindfulness meditation. Our practice includes awareness of breath and body (yoga) to help us welcome Shabbat in the spirit of shalom. Come anytime. Beginners welcome. Join Zoom Meeting
Shabbat Evening Service
Shabbat Evening Service
Join together for an uplifting and transformative worship service that attracts the diverse population within Rodeph Shalom, a service which is participatory, warm, inclusive, welcoming, spiritual and meaningful, which helps everyone connect with each other, with the soul of Jewish prayer, and with God. If you would like to access services virtually, click here to […]
2 events,
Torah Study
Torah Study
The cornerstone of our learning is our Saturday morning Torah Study. We discuss the weekly Torah portion and have a lively and spirited conversation as we relate this ancient text to our daily lives. No special training or prerequisite courses are necessary for you to attend. Neither is there an entrance requirement for the understanding […]
3 events,
Tell Me More: A Facilitated Conversation about Israelis and Palestinians (RS Congregants Only)
Tell Me More: A Facilitated Conversation about Israelis and Palestinians (RS Congregants Only)
Engage in conversation so we can more deeply understand each other. We will dialogue in small facilitated groups. For RS congregants only.
2 events,
Ten Sheva: A Gathering of Love in the City of Brotherly Love – Watch Party
Ten Sheva: A Gathering of Love in the City of Brotherly Love – Watch Party
Jews come together to fight hate with love and pain with resilience. Matisyahu will perform at this event. RS is hosting a livestream watch party. RSVP here to just to attend the watch party. RSVP for a light dinner ($10/person) and attend the watch party here.
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Israel ConnectRS Meeting
Israel ConnectRS Meeting
Dinner at 6:00 p.m.; Discussion at 6:30 p.m. Help plan programming that strengthens the bond between RS and Israel. Join Zoom here. RSVP to Ned Hanover.
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Torah Queeries
Torah Queeries
Discuss Torah through a queer lens with student rabbi Sai Koros. Dinner at 6:30 p.m.; Discussion at 7:00 p.m. Register for October here.
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2 events,
Weekly Meditation Group
Weekly Meditation Group
Please join us each Friday evening from 4:30-5:30pm for Jewish mindfulness meditation. Our practice includes awareness of breath and body (yoga) to help us welcome Shabbat in the spirit of shalom. Come anytime. Beginners welcome. Join Zoom Meeting
2 events,
iEngage Series
iEngage Series
iEngage, the program about Israel developed by the Shalom Hartman Institute, returns to Rodeph Shalom on September 15. Rick Berkman, RS Past President, will lead this eight-week series that helps North American Jews prepare for Israel’s future by gaining a greater understanding of pivotal past events. Presented by Israel ConnectRS, the course explores the critical […]
Community Sukkah Building
Community Sukkah Building
All congregants are invited to a Community Sukkah Building on Sunday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. Thank you to our EngageRS Groups for creating our beautiful sukkah.
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Community Sukkah Decorating
Community Sukkah Decorating
All congregants are invited to a Community Sukkah Decorating on Monday, October 14 at 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our EngageRS Groups for creating our beautiful sukkah.
4 events,
Knitzvot
Knitzvot
Rodeph Shalom’s Engagement Group for knitters, crocheters, quilters, and other fiber artists. Bring your current project, and let’s hang out, chat, and learn from each other! All ages and skill levels welcome; we have supplies to share. Contacts: Judah Calkins and Susan Roth. Ask to join our email list for meeting reminders and shop talk!
Mitzvah Meals
Mitzvah Meals
Help cook, deliver meals, and connect with our member families in the midst of personal transitions, including surgeries, illnesses, or births. Sign up here. Contact Cheryl Dougherty.
3 events,
Berkman Mercaz Limud Families Sukkot Dinner
Berkman Mercaz Limud Families Sukkot Dinner
Enjoy dinner in the sukkah on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 5:30 p.m. Register here.
Young Friends and Tribe 12 in the Sukkah
Young Friends and Tribe 12 in the Sukkah
Join with Tribe 12 for Torah Study in the sukkah with Rabbi Freedman. Register for the event here. Potluck signup here.
3 events,
Families with Young Children Sukkot Celebration
Families with Young Children Sukkot Celebration
Celebrate the fall harvest at a Sukkot celebration at the RS playground on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 5:00 p.m. RSVP to Andi Miller.
RS Women Sukkot Dinner
RS Women Sukkot Dinner
Join for a potluck in the sukkah on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 6:00 p.m. Register here. Potluck sign up here. Contact Ellen Poster.
3 events,
Weekly Meditation Group
Weekly Meditation Group
Please join us each Friday evening from 4:30-5:30pm for Jewish mindfulness meditation. Our practice includes awareness of breath and body (yoga) to help us welcome Shabbat in the spirit of shalom. Come anytime. Beginners welcome. Join Zoom Meeting
Shabbat Evening Service
Shabbat Evening Service
Join together for an uplifting and transformative worship service that attracts the diverse population within Rodeph Shalom, a service which is participatory, warm, inclusive, welcoming, spiritual and meaningful, which helps everyone connect with each other, with the soul of Jewish prayer, and with God. If you would like to access services virtually, click here to […]
Community Sukkot Dinner
Community Sukkot Dinner
Join together in the sukkah for great food and fun on Friday, October 18 following the Shabbat evening service. $36/adult; $18/children 5-12. Register here. Contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or 267-930-7286.
2 events,
Torah Study
Torah Study
The cornerstone of our learning is our Saturday morning Torah Study. We discuss the weekly Torah portion and have a lively and spirited conversation as we relate this ancient text to our daily lives. No special training or prerequisite courses are necessary for you to attend. Neither is there an entrance requirement for the understanding […]
4 events,
5K AIDS Fund Philly Walk with pRiSm
5K AIDS Fund Philly Walk with pRiSm
Join Congregation Rodeph Shalom pRiSm (#6626) to walk a 5K for AIDS Fund Philly on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 8:30 a.m. Visit aidswalkphilly.org to join the team or make a donation. Contact Heshie Zinman at hjzinman@gmail.com.
iEngage Series
iEngage Series
iEngage, the program about Israel developed by the Shalom Hartman Institute, returns to Rodeph Shalom on September 15. Rick Berkman, RS Past President, will lead this eight-week series that helps North American Jews prepare for Israel’s future by gaining a greater understanding of pivotal past events. Presented by Israel ConnectRS, the course explores the critical […]
1 event,
pRiSm Sukkot Dinner
pRiSm Sukkot Dinner
Gather in the Sukkah for dinner on Monday, Oct. 21 at 6:00 p.m. $36/person. Register here. Contact Heshie Zinman at hjzinman@gmail.com.
2 events,
Broad Perspectives: American Jews & Democracy: A Conversation about Civic Participation in Polarizing Times with Amy Spitalnick and Aaron Dorfman
Broad Perspectives: American Jews & Democracy: A Conversation about Civic Participation in Polarizing Times with Amy Spitalnick and Aaron Dorfman
Developed in partnership with the Feinstein Center for American Jewish History at Temple University, this speakers’ series explores meaningful ideas and “Broad Perspectives” that inspire our spiritual life paths. At this timely pre-election program, hear Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, and Aaron Dorfman, Executive Director of A More Perfect Union […]
1 event,
2 events,
Weekly Meditation Group
Weekly Meditation Group
Please join us each Friday evening from 4:30-5:30pm for Jewish mindfulness meditation. Our practice includes awareness of breath and body (yoga) to help us welcome Shabbat in the spirit of shalom. Come anytime. Beginners welcome. Join Zoom Meeting
Shabbat Evening Service
Shabbat Evening Service
Join together for an uplifting and transformative worship service that attracts the diverse population within Rodeph Shalom, a service which is participatory, warm, inclusive, welcoming, spiritual and meaningful, which helps everyone connect with each other, with the soul of Jewish prayer, and with God. If you would like to access services virtually, click here to […]
2 events,
Torah Study
Torah Study
The cornerstone of our learning is our Saturday morning Torah Study. We discuss the weekly Torah portion and have a lively and spirited conversation as we relate this ancient text to our daily lives. No special training or prerequisite courses are necessary for you to attend. Neither is there an entrance requirement for the understanding […]
3 events,
One Year Later: A Commemoration
One Year Later: A Commemoration
On Sunday, Oct. 27 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Har Zion Temple, the Jewish Federation will host a large commemorative program that will garner hundreds in the community to come together and which will include singing, prayer, art, high profile speakers and more.
0 events,
3 events,
Knitzvot
Knitzvot
Rodeph Shalom’s Engagement Group for knitters, crocheters, quilters, and other fiber artists. Bring your current project, and let’s hang out, chat, and learn from each other! All ages and skill levels welcome; we have supplies to share. Contacts: Judah Calkins and Susan Roth. Ask to join our email list for meeting reminders and shop talk!
Israel-Palestinian Discussion Group (for members only)
Israel-Palestinian Discussion Group (for members only)
This group provides a safe place for members to gather to learn, talk, listen and share our feelings, focusing on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, with respect for different opinions. We will hold sessions on modern history, the current crisis, and possible solutions for a lasting peace. Our emphasis is on achieving civil rights and human rights for all […]