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Kayaking Tashlich on the Potomac River
Kayaking Tashlich on the Potomac River
We love this time of year! Join the Den for our annual Kayaking Tashlich experience on the Potomac River as we experience a meaningful and relaxing way to take part in the powerful ritual of Tashlich. Tashlich, or “casting away”, is performed during the Ten Days between the start of Rosh Hashana and the beginning …
Marking October 7th Together
Marking October 7th Together
This October 7th, join thousands from across the Greater Washington Jewish community to commemorate one year since the horrific attacks in Israel that changed our world forever. Together, we will unite for an evening of remembrance, resilience, and hope for a brighter future. Hosted by The Jewish Federation, JCRC, and Washington Board of Rabbis. Proudly co-sponsored …
Hebrew Literacy
Hebrew Literacy
This class meets Mondays, September 16 – December 9 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. There will not be class on November 25. Class will meet in-person on September 16 and December 9, and the rest of the class will be virtual. Demystify the Hebrew alphabet as you learn the letters and vowels and how to …
Tashlich
Tashlich
This ritual is traditionally known as tashlich (i.e. casting away). We will gather together at Benjamin Banneker Park in Falls Church by Four Mile Run stream to reflect on the past year and cast away the parts unhelpfully weighing us down. We’ll talk about how to hold onto the important lessons we’re learning and how …
Confronting Death, So We Know How To Live
Confronting Death, So We Know How To Live
In the West, popular culture often casts the end-of-life as a taboo or private matter. Yet Yom Kippur speaks in a different voice, with many of the day’s traditions simulating Jewish customs around the process of dying. Join Rabbi Emmanuel for study, discussion, and reflection on how Yom Kippur offers us a “near death” experience, …
Last Bite 2024
Last Bite 2024
Join Rodef 2100 for an informal Last Bite on Sunday, October 11th at 6:00 PM before Kol Nidre services. at Upside on Moore Located above the Rosslyn Metro 1700 N Moore St Level M2 Arlington, VA 22209. Dinner will be purchased on your own. After dinner join us at Temple Rodef Shalom's alternative service in Rosslyn. …
Break Fast 2024
Break Fast 2024
Join Rodef 2100 at Temple Rodef Shalom for our Yom Kippur Break Fast! We will have a delicious spread of all your favorite break fast classics. Enjoy the great food and fun times with Temple Rodef Shalom's 20s and 30s community. Questions? Contact Rodef 2100 (rodef2100@templerodefshalom.org)