A Synagogue Without Walls
Shabbat Shalom. (Watch Rabbi Cat's musings here) Last week, Moses was given instructions on how to build the holy sanctuary, the mishkan, for the Divine. This week, God instructs Moses on all the vestments and adornments needed for the priests, Aaron and his sons. He is told to make these vestments of dignity and beauty […]
We need your voice today. The U.S. must take immediate action to uphold human rights, stop arms sales to Israel, and push for a just peace. Please take a moment to email your representatives and demand the following: ✅ Vote YES on S.J.RES.20 and H.J.RES.68 to block the transfer of 10,000 artillery shells to Israel. […]
On the second Tuesday of each month, Rabbi Cat will lead a morning Walk, Pray, Eat in Emeryville (or on Zoom). Join for 30-45 minutes of morning prayers while walking.
Thursday, Dec 12th
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Parsha Ki Tisa Saturday, March 15th Emeryville, CA & online 9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study Register Here You can join us either in person or on Zoom for Shabbat services and/or Torah study. If you are in the Bay Area, we’d love to have you join us […]
Mahmoud Khalil: Demand His Immediate Release Under the Trump administration, the level of repression is unprecedented and unconstitutional. Recently, Palestinian student Mahmoud Khalil, a Green Card holder, had his constitutional rights traumatically violated. He was literally disappeared by ICE for 24 hours and is still being held in custody, far from his family in Louisiana. […]
Want to hear what's happening on the ground in Ramallah and the West Bank? Rabbi Cat Zavis will be in conversation with special guest, Mohamad Jamous, a Palestinian peace activist. We will take questions from the Zoom attendees as well. You don't want to miss this opportunity. We hope to see you there! When: March […]
Looking for a vibrant, radical Jewish community? If you're in your 20s–40s(ish) and in the Bay Area, join Beyt Tikkun for a COVID-cautious in-person Havdalah gathering! We’ll mark the end of Shabbat with soulful ritual, meaningful connection, and a delicious potluck meal. Plus, we want to hear what you’re looking for in a radical Jewish […]
✊ Take Action ✊ We are horrified by the renewed bombing of Gaza, which has killed over 400 civilians, including many innocent children. Under the Trump administration, the intensity of violence is escalating — and we must raise our voices now. This week, we are joining with Demand Progress in calling on Congress to demand […]
Shabbat Shalom. (Watch Rabbi Cat's musings here) This week’s parsha, Pekudei, tells the story of the Israelites completing the building of the Tabernacle—the Mishkan—a holy dwelling place for the Divine. With the remnants of the materials, Aaron’s sacred vestments are crafted for his service in the sanctuary. Just as the instructions for the Tabernacle are […]