Beyt Tikkun

Daylong Retreat: Softening Our Hearts, Building Resilience, Holding Grief, Cultivating Joy
2025-07-26 09:15 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
A DAYLONG RETREAT FOR ACTIVISTSCo-sponsored by American Friends Service CommitteeDate: Saturday, July 26th, 9:15am-5:30pmLocation: East Bay Meditation CenterCost: Tiered Pricing from $10-$50
Buddhist teacher and activist Arinna Weisman and Jewish Renewal Rabbi and activist Cat Zavis will lead this unique one-day retreat. This is a Dharma and Jewish Shabbat centered day for activists and their allies working for an end to the genocide and for justice in Palestine. We will integrate Buddhist and Jewish practices, including mindfulness, meditation, prayers, chants, and teachings.
It is a dedicated time to go within, call upon and regenerate the beautiful heart qualities—such as radical compassion, inner peace, and unlimited kindness—to strengthen our capacity to hold our immense grief and sorrow, release obstructions of the heart such as fear, hatred or shame, and alchemize our anger. This will strengthen us to allow continued and sustainable activism (or “sumud” as Palestinians say) as a form of sacred action for justice, dignity, and freedom.
We do not have to do this alone! After so many months of grieving, disbelief, and urgent organizing, we can come together to resource and heal, rebalance and strengthen, and allow the blessing of our collective energy to root and deepen the qualities of faith, joy, and love. There will be time for group sharings and questions, and answers.
LUNCHLunch is not provided. Please bring lunch with you (there will be access to a kitchen with a refrigerator) or plan to purchase lunch at a local shop.
ACCESSIBILITYThe East Bay Meditation Center is ADA compliant.. It is also a scent free / fragrance free space. Please indicate any additional access needs on a post registration google survey you will be sent.
COVID POLICYMasking (KN94/N95) is required while indoors unless you have a medical reason not to mask. We encourage you to test before attending the retreat. Please don’t attend if you have any symptoms.
PRICING & CANCELATIONThe cost of putting on this retreat is $18/person. We have tiered pricing in order to make this retreat accessible. Registration is non-refundable.
In the Buddhist tradition, the teachings are considered priceless and therefore offered freely by the teachers. In return, those who appreciate them and would like them to continue will be given an opportunity to support the teachers through dana (generosity) at the end of the retreat.
FUNDRAISINGIn order to make this retreat widely accessible, we are raising funds beyond ticket costs. Our goal is to raise $5,000. If you are unable to attend, but would like to support our effort, donate here.
If you have any questions or need more support to join us, please email either Mica (beeingmaya@gmail.com) or Marge (margesussman@comcast.net).
**There will also be a weekend long retreat August 8th through August 10th. Learn more and register here.**

No Rosh Chodesh Circle in July
2025-07-27 16:00 - 18:00
July Rosh Chodesh Circle is Canceled. Next Rosh Chodesh Circle will be in August.
Beyt Tikkun’s Monthly Music & Meditation Rosh Chodesh Circle is a soulful, antizionist Jewish gathering of communal singing, guided meditation, teachings, and conversation inspired by the Hebrew month and astrological new moon. Led by Marissa Munn (they/she) with guest musicians, it’s a co-created, nourishing space. Feel free to bring a song to share.

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Devarim
2025-08-02 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Devarim (Deutoronomy 1:1-3:22)
Saturday, August 2ndEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
Watch Rabbi Cat's Musings on Parshat Devarim from last year 5784/2024.

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there.) The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present. A cat has lived there previously.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Tisha B'Av 5785: Crumbling the Walls of Siege and Starvation
2025-08-03 14:00 - 16:00
📅 Sunday, August 3rd🕝 2pm Pacific / 5pm Eastern📍In Person: UN Plaza, 355 McAllister St, San Francisco, CA 94102📝 In Person: Learn more and register for in person ritual here ♿ In Person Accessibility: Masks required (unless you are medically unable); more accessibility info here⚫ How to Prepare: Wear black, bring a stone and, if you have, a tallit and shofar. Please bring a camping chair if sitting on the ground or standing for 1.5 hours isn't accessible for you. 💻 Online: Register here for Tisha B'av Online Ritual
Public Fast for Gaza on Tish’a B’Av: Join Rabbis for Ceasefire, JVP-Bay Area, If Not Now, Beyt Tikkun and Shomeret Shalom, and JSWANA Bay for a public grief ritual.
Tisha B’Av is a Jewish day of mourning that marks tragedies throughout Jewish history, beginning with the destruction of the first and second temples. We meet this year's Tisha B'Av in a moment of unthinkable tragedy--as we witness nearly two years of a genocide in Gaza and the Israeli government's campaign of starving the Palestinian people in Gaza.
In many Jewish communities it is traditional to fast on Tisha b’Av and in times of great peril. On Tisha b’Av we also read Eicha, the Book of Lamentations. Rituals such as kriya, the tearing of cloth in mourning, is another psycho-spiritual technology of our tradition that we will draw open this year. In the face of the unfathomable ongoing genocide and starvation in Gaza, we will use the power of Jewish tradition to publicly express our grief and invite our community to action, to stop the genocide and starvation of the people of Gaza.
All are invited to participate, regardless of your religious identity and relationship to Judaism.
We invite all attending to learn these songs, which we'll be singing during the ritual. We will have printed song sheets available with Hebrew and English lyrics: Oseh Shalom, Turkish melody, setting by Rinat Abastado and Ayeka, by Aly Halpert
Masks will be required unless you are medically unable.

Weekend Retreat: Softening Our Hearts, Building Resilience, Holding Grief, Cultivating Joy
2025-08-08 - 2025-08-10
A WEEKEND RETREAT FOR ACTIVISTSCo-sponsored by American Friends Service CommitteeDates: Friday, August 8th - Sunday, August 10thLocation: Quaker Center, Ben Lomond, CACost: Tiered Pricing from $50-$500
Buddhist teacher and activist Arinna Weisman and Jewish Renewal Rabbi and activist Cat Zavis will lead us in this special weekend retreat for activists and their allies working for an end to the genocide and for justice in Palestine. We will integrate Buddhist and Jewish practices including, mindfulness, meditation, prayers, chants, and teachings, and incorporate some Shabbat rituals and practices.
It is a dedicated time to go within, call upon and regenerate the beautiful heart qualities—such as radical compassion, inner peace, and unlimited kindness—to strengthen our capacity to hold our immense grief and sorrow, release obstructions of the heart such as fear, hatred or shame, and alchemize our anger. This will strengthen us to allow continued and sustainable activism (or “sumud” as Palestinians say) as a form of sacred action for justice, dignity, and freedom.
We do not have to do this alone! After so many months of grieving, disbelief, and urgent organizing, we can come together to resource and heal, rebalance and strengthen, and allow the blessing of our collective energy to root and deepen the qualities of faith, joy, and love. There will be time for group sharings and questions and answers. A majority of this retreat will be silent.
COVID POLICYMasking (KN94/N95) is required while indoors unless you have a medical reason not to mask. We encourage you to test before attending the retreat. Please don’t attend if you have any symptoms.
ACCESSIBILITYBen Lomond Retreat Center has ADA compliant rooms and the site is ADA accessible. Please indicate any additional access needs on a post registration google survey you will be sent.
PRICING & CANCELATIONThe cost of putting on this retreat is $6,000. We have tiered pricing in order to make this retreat accessible. Cancellation fee is $20.00 if you cancel before Monday, July 28th. Cancellation anytime after Sunday, July 27th is non-refundable.
In the Buddhist tradition, the teachings are considered priceless and therefore offered freely by the teachers. In return, those who appreciate them and would like them to continue will be given an opportunity to support the teachers through dana (generosity) at the end of the retreat.
FUNDRAISINGIn order to make this retreat widely accessible, we are raising funds beyond ticket costs. Our goal is to raise $5,000. If you are unable to attend, but would like to support our effort, donate here.
If you have any questions, please email either Mica (beeingmaya@gmail.com) or Marge (margesussman@comcast.net)
**Registration is now open for the Daylong Retreat on July 26th in Oakland California. You can learn more and register here.**

Walk, Pray, Eat with Rabbi Cat
2025-08-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-09-09 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-10-14 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-12-09 08:00 - 09:00
On the second Tuesday of each month, Rabbi Cat will lead a morning Walk, Pray, Eat.
You can meet R’Cat in Emeryville, CA (she will also have her phone and do it on Zoom as well!) and join her (and her lovely dog Dodi!) for morning prayers while walking and if you want, you can stop and grab some food (along the way or at the end).
We will walk along the Emeryville Greenway, which is accessible to all people (flat, level, wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, etc.). Bring your dog if you want as well. We will meet at 8:00am PT at the park and leave for our walk at 8:10am.
The prayers will last about 30-45 minutes.
You can stay as long or short as you are able. We will have the prayers (in English and Hebrew transliteration) available on paper as well as online.

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Eikev
2025-08-16 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Eikev (Deutoronomy 7:12-11:25)Saturday, August 16thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
Watch Rabbi Cat's Musings on Parshat Eikev from last year 5784/2024 here.

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Rosh Chodesh Circle - Elul
2025-08-24 16:00 - 17:30
Join Beyt Tikkun’s Monthly Rosh Chodesh Circle! This month we'll honor the marking of Elul.
Rosh Chodesh marks the start of the Jewish month and the New Moon—a powerful time for renewal and reflection. Our circle weaves together guided meditation, teachings, embodied practices, and discussion inspired by the themes of the month and the astrological new moon.
Led by Mar Munn (they/she)—Beyt Tikkun’s Program & Outreach Manager, Meditation Teacher, and Mindfulness Coach. Please note: This gathering is held by Anti-Zionist Jews and Allies. All are welcome.Cost: Sliding scale starting at $9. Give what you can—no one will be turned away. Need support? Email Mar at marissa@beyttikkun.org.
Upcoming Circle:

Date and Time: Sunday, August 24th, 4pm-5:30pm
Location: Rabbi Cat’s backyard in Oakland (0.5 miles from MacArthur BART; address emailed after registration)

Accessibility:

Outdoors; Masks optional
Inclement weather plan - inside Rabbi Cat’s home (masks optional)
No shoes in the home
4 steps to enter the home
Bathroom is not wheelchair accessible
A cat and dog live in the home

If you have any questions, or are interested in collaborating with Mar, please reach out to them: marissa@beyttikkun.org. We look forward to creating this meaningful space together.

Havdalah with Jews On Ohlone Land
2025-08-30
Join Beyt Tikkun and Jews on Ohlone Land (JOOL) for a special Havdalah ceremony at the sacred West Berkeley Shellmound—now officially being returned to Indigenous stewardship.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 30th⏰ Time: Gather at 8:10pm; Ritual at 8:20pm 📍 Location: West Berkeley Shellmound: 1920 Fourth Street, Huichin (Berkeley, CA)✅ Cost: Free; No registration necessary - Just show up!
Accessibility: We will gather outside; Wheelchair Accessible; Masks Optional
In March 2024, the City of Berkeley announced that the land at 1920 Fourth Street will be transferred to the Sogorea Te’ Land Trust on behalf of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan Nation- righting a historic wrong and rematriating the site to its original caretakers, the Ohlone people.
Though this is a major victory, the cultural center and gathering space have not yet been built. At the invitation of Corrina Gould, spokesperson for the Confederated Villages of Lisjan, JOOL began celebrating Havdalah at the West Berkeley Shellmound in the summer of 2021. JOOL continues to bring people to the site to mark sacred time, share its powerful story, and invite community members to support Sogorea Te’ in this new chapter of healing and restoration.
Together, we’ll close Shabbat with ritual and reflection, learn about the ongoing vision for the West Berkeley Shellmound, and explore ways to stay engaged, including supporting Sogorea Te’ Land Trust.
Questions or accessibility needs? Please reach out to marissa@beyttikkun.org—we’d love to help make this space as welcoming and inclusive as possible.We look forward to gathering and connecting with you 💫

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Ki Teitzei
2025-09-06 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Ki Teitzei (Deutoronomy 21:10-25:19)Saturday, September 6thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
Watch Rabbi Cat's Musings on Parshat Ki Teitzei from last year 5784/2024 here.

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Save the Date: Talit Making Workshop
2025-09-07
Join Beyt Tikkun and a guest teacher on a workshop to make your own Talit! More information and registration coming soon!
📅 Date: Sunday, September 7th⏰ Time: TBD📍 Location: TBDAccessibility: TBD

In-Person Kabbalat Shabbat & Potluck Oneg
2025-09-12 18:00 - 21:00
Join Beyt Tikkun’s Monthly Music & Meditation Rosh Chodesh Circle!
Rosh Chodesh marks the start of the Jewish month and the New Moon—a powerful time for renewal and reflection. Our circle weaves together communal singing, guided meditation, teachings, and discussion inspired by the themes of the month and the astrological new moon.
Led by Marissa Munn (they/she)—Beyt Tikkun’s Program & Outreach Manager, Meditation Teacher, and Mindfulness Coach—each gathering features guest musicians who guide the music. Feel free to bring a song to share!
Please note: This gathering is held by Anti-Zionist Jews and Allies. All are welcome.
Cost: Sliding scale starting at $9. Give what you can—no one will be turned away. Need support? Email Marissa at marissa@beyttikkun.org.
Upcoming Circle:

Date and Time: Sunday, April 27, 4:00-5:30pm
Location: Outdoors in an Oakland Park

Exact location will be emailed after registration
0.3 miles from 19th Street BART
Rain plan will be indoors, masks required in Oakland (near MacArthur BART)

Themes: The Jewish month of Iyar and the New Moon in Taurus
Co-Facilitator: Hyazinth Baumann (they/them) of Jews of the Diaspora

Accessibility:

The park is wheelchair accessible; we will be gathering on the grass
Masks optional

If you have any questions, or are interested in collaborating with Marissa on the musical portion, please reach out to Marissa: marissa@beyttikkun.org.
We look forward to creating this meaningful space together.

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Nitzavim
2025-09-20 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Nitzavim (Deutoronomy 29:9-30:20)Saturday, September 20thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Save The Date: Erev Rosh Hashanah
2025-09-22
Join Beyt Tikkun for High Holidays ritual, reflection, and celebration.
More information and registration Coming soon!

Save The Date: Rosh Hashanah Day 1
2025-09-23

Save The Date: Rosh Hashanah Day 2
2025-09-24

Save The Date: Kol Nidre
2025-10-01

Save The Date: Yom Kippur
2025-10-02

Save The Date: Sukkah Building
2025-10-05
More information and registration Coming soon!

Sukkot Shabbat Service & Torah Study
2025-10-11 09:30 - 12:30
Sukkot Shabbat Services & Torah Study Saturday, October 11thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
Sukkot is a joyous celebration of the fall harvest and a reminder that our ancestors lived in tents in the desert, often feeling a lack of stability throughout our history. During the service, we will celebrate the universe with morning prayers, including Hallel prayers for the festival, the shaking of the etrog and lulav, and reading selections from Kohelet (Ecclesiastes).
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
Watch Rabbi Cat's reflections on Sukkot from last year 2024.

Registration Coming Soon

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Lech Lecha
2025-11-01 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Lech Lecha (Genesis 12:1-17:27)Saturday, November 1stEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
You can watch last year's Torah Study on Lech Lecha here.
Registration Opening Soon!

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Walk, Pray, Eat with Rabbi Cat
2025-11-11 08:00 - 09:00
On the second Tuesday of each month, Rabbi Cat will lead a morning Walk, Pray, Eat.
You can meet R’Cat in Emeryville, CA (she will also have her phone and do it on Zoom as well!) and join her (and her lovely dog Dodi!) for morning prayers while walking and if you want, you can stop and grab some food (along the way or at the end).
We will walk along the Emeryville Greenway, which is accessible to all people (flat, level, wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, etc.). Bring your dog if you want as well. We will meet at 8:00am PT at the park and leave for our walk at 8:10am.
The prayers will last about 30-45 minutes.
You can stay as long or short as you are able. We will have the prayers (in English and Hebrew transliteration) available on paper as well as online.
Registration Coming Soon!

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Chayei Sarah
2025-11-15 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1-25:18)Saturday, November 15thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
You can watch Rabbi Cat's Musings on Chayei Sarah from last year 2024/5785.
Registration Opening Soon!

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Vayishlach
2025-12-06 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Vayishlach (Genesis.32.4-36.43)Saturday, December 6thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
You can watch Rabbi Cat's Musings on Vayishlach from last year 2024/5785.
Registration Opening Soon!

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Save The Date: Chanukah Party
2025-12-20
Join Beyt Tikkun for a Chanukah party!
More information and registration Coming soon!

Shabbat Service & Torah Study | Miketz
2025-12-20 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Miketz (Genesis 41:1-44:17)Saturday, December 20thEmeryville, CA & online9:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.
You can watch Rabbi Cat's Musings on Miketz from last year 2024/5785.
Registration Opening Soon!

Access Information

Location: Rabbi Cat’s home in Oakland, about 0.5 miles from MacArthur BART Station. Address will be provided once you register.
Accessibility: There are 4 steps to enter the house and 4 steps to the backyard (if people choose to go there). The bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. There are couches, chairs, and floor pillows for seating. Please try to be scent-free. Services may be held outdoors (weather permitting); please dress accordingly. No shoes indoors, if possible. Indoor and outdoor space available for eating. A cat lives in the home. A retriever/labrador dog lives in the home but will not be present.
COVID: Masks are optional. Please don’t come if you have any symptoms. Air filter provided. Windows can be opened if requested.
Please email us if you have questions or other accessibility needs.

Shabbat Service & Torah Study w/ Rabbi Cat | Parsha Vayechi (HYBRID)
2026-01-03 09:30 - 12:30
Shabbat Services and & Torah Study: Parsha Vayechi (Genesis 47:28-50:26)With Rabbi Cat Zavis Saturday, January 3rdHYBRID:Online on Zoom &In-Person at First Unitarian Church of Oakland685 14th St, Oakland, CA 946129:30am Shabbat service // 10:30am Torah study
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 in person. After Torah study, we enjoy a vegetarian potluck meal together and have an opportunity to deepen our connection with one another. If you are able, please bring a vegetarian dish to share with others.

Access InformationLocation: First Unitarian Church of Oakland in Oakland’s Uptown district, 7 minute walk from BART, and near several AC Transit bus lines.Masking Requirements: Masking OptionalScents: Please arrive scent-free or low scent.Wheelchair accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible.Seating: Wooden chairs without arms with backsParking: There is street parking, as well as several nearby car garages.
Please email Mar Munn at marissa@beyttikkun.org if you have questions or other accessibility needs.
