by beyttikkun | Jan 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
On the off chance you missed the news, a ceasefire has been reached. The first of the three-phase plan is due to go into effect on Sunday, Jan. 19th. I want to be clear. This is great news. We have been advocating for a ceasefire since October 2023. People...
by beyttikkun | Dec 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Shabbat Shalom and Happy Chanukah. (You can listen to and watch Rabbi Cat’s musings by clicking on the image above. We apologize for the lack of captions in the above video, there were technical difficulties.) This week, in parshat Miketz (Genesis 41:1-44:17), we...
by beyttikkun | Dec 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Here are a few reflections that touched our hearts this year: “Rabbi Cat, you and our BT community are a continuing joy and a much-needed source of hope that we can work for a better world. Bless you for your ceaseless advocacy, leadership, and spiritual guidance.”...
by beyttikkun | Dec 12, 2024 | Judaism, Uncategorized
Shabbat Shalom. Last week, Jacob had to flee from his childhood home because he stole the birthright from his brother Esau. He went to Haran and met his uncle Laban. He asked to marry Rachel (Laban’s younger daughter) and Laban agreed. But when it came time to marry...
by beyttikkun | Dec 5, 2024 | Special Events
Chanukah is for everyone—and this year, it feels especially resonant. As we reflect on a year filled with liberation struggles, spiritual seeking, and challenges to justice and peace, Chanukah offers a unique opportunity for connection and reflection. This holiday,...
by beyttikkun | Dec 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
We’re reaching out to share an important and heartfelt conversation I recently had on The Marc Steiner Show. In this episode, I explore a question that weighs heavily on so many of us: How can we navigate the future of Jewish identity in the face of Israel’s actions...
by beyttikkun | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we enter the season of gratitude and reflection, we invite you to support Beyt Tikkun this Giving Tuesday. Starting in 2024, Beyt Tikkun has embraced a gifting model: all of our services, programs, and events are offered free of charge. While we make donation...
by beyttikkun | Sep 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
Join us for our Selichot service on Saturday, September 28th at 6:30 pm PST. What is Selichot you ask?! Selichot means forgiveness. It is the service that is held the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah to prepare us for the High Holy Days. During the Selichot...
by beyttikkun | Sep 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
We are outraged by, mourn deeply, and unequivocally condemn the horrific actions of Hamas. According to Israeli sources, more than 1,200 people were killed and 2,900 injured, most of whom were civilians, and over 100 individuals (including children, women, and the...
by beyttikkun | Aug 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
On August 28, 2024, at age 81, Rabbi Michael Lerner passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family and close friends. He will be remembered as a lifelong committed activist who worked tirelessly for social change, promoting the philosophy that meaningful...