The High Holy Days invite us to slow down in a world that pulls us toward distraction, urgency, and disconnection. Together, we will practice staying present to ourselves, our communities, and the world around us. We believe that a Judaism Beyond Zionism calls us not to look elsewhere for belonging or liberation, but to root deeply where we are: cultivating presence, telling the truth, grieving what is broken, celebrating what is beautiful, and transforming our spiritual practice into action.
Grounded in Jewish Renewal prayers, rituals, and songs and a liberatory vision of Judaism, our services weave together inspiring teachings from Rabbi Cat Zavis, moving music and prayer, mindfulness, poetry, conversation, guest speakers, opportunities for collective action, and delicious shared meals. Together, we pray not to escape the world, but to become more fully present within it.
Rosh HaShanah Speakers:
Rabbi Cat Zavis
Patricia Contrera flores
TBD
Music with:
Rowan Katz
Musicians TBD
Rosh HaShanah is the beginning of our high holidays journey. Rosh Hashanah includes:
Erev Rosh HaShanah:
- A land offering by Patricia Contreras Flores on Erev Rosh Hashanah
- Celebration of the universe with prayers and dance
- Collective Prayer and song led by Rowan Katz and team of musicians
- Mikveh meditation
- Powerful words from Rabbi Cat Zavis, inviting us into “hereness”
Rosh Hashanah Day 1:
- Morning Prayers
- Torah Service
- Powerful guest speaker
- Shofar Blowing
- Lunch
- Rabbi Cat Teaching
- Collective poetry workshop and exercise exploring our origin stories
- Unetaneh Tokef
Rosh Hashanah Day 2:
Public Gathering in the East Bay (more info coming):
- Public Rosh HaShanah ritual
- Guest speaker TBA
- Tabling by local organizations and mutual aid networks and campaigns
- Opportunities to take action in the local community
- Fundraising efforts for local groups
SCHEDULE: Please note all times are listed in PDT
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Friday, September 11, 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Saturday, September 12: 9:30am – 4pm (Lunch break – delicious lunch provided by Beyt Tikkun 1:00-2:00pm)
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 – Day of Action: Sunday, September 13, Time TBA
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Learn about all High holidays here
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Cost:
High Holiday Ticket Prices
All tickets include Teshuva Workbook, Selichot, and Elul Mindfulness Workshop
HHD all services $250/person
RH Single Ticket $135 (includes lunch)
YK Single Ticket $135 (includes break-fast)
If you need a reduced rate, please email Lia at lia@beyttikkun.org.
Reduced Rates All Services:
Adult $144
Student $72
Reduced Rates RH or YK Only
Adult $60
Student $36
Members receive 2 free High Holiday All services. You can become a member below and will receive access to reserve your free tickets.
