About this group:

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH IYUN, I am so pleased to offer a wonderful opportunity for anyone who values Jewish wisdom and learning in community.

The Omer is traditionally a period of spiritual self-reflection as we count 49 days between Passover (the Exodus from Egypt) and Shavuot (arriving at Mt. Sinai and receiving the Torah).

Together, we will explore the roles of discipline and inspiration in our everyday lives, and the the interplay between brokenness and wholeness.

You do NOT need to have any previous knowledge to join (and it’s also fine if you do!).

This May, let’s take a breath and gather for a little Jewish learning. Instead of simply counting the days, let's make these days count.

How will it work?

* During our time together, we’ll read and discuss texts meant to teach and get us thinking. With Jewish wisdom as our guide, we will welcome questions and explore our reflections on the readings.

* Come ready to be curious. Leave feeling even more curious :)

* There will be no required outside readings or assignments, but you may find that you’re inspired to continue your explorations between sessions!

“Ben Zoma says: Who is wise? He who learns from every person.”
— Pirke Avot 4:1

Dates & Details

Session 1: Tuesday, May 12, 12-1:30pm ET
The Omer / Counting of Our Days:
How might the practice of counting transform how we experience time?

Session 2: Tuesday, May 19, 12-1:30pm ET
Discipline and Inspiration:
Is spirituality a practice that is about discipline, or a process of cultivating inspiration?

Session 3: Tuesday, May 26, 12-1:30pm ET
Shavuot / Broken Tablets
What role does breaking and brokenness play on our journey toward wholeness?

Who should join? ✡️

All are welcome!

Here are some examples of who might enjoy this opportunity:

  • Non-Jews who find themselves drawn to Judaism and want a place to start exploring

  • People in the process of converting to Judaism who wish to expand their existing Jewish conversations and explorations 

  • Folks who have Jewish heritage but limited education or knowledge

  • Jews who identify as “cultural” or “spiritual but not religious”

  • Jews who haven’t set foot in a synagogue since their b’nai mitzvah 

  • Jews who are observant in traditional and/or non-traditional ways

  • Jews who are established in a synagogue/Jewish community of any denomination and love furthering their learning whenever possible

  • Jews who wish they felt more connected but don’t know where to begin

  • Jews who question the role of Judaism in their lives

  • Anyone who values text-based discussion and learning in community

Cost & Registration

STEP ONE:

Click the button and complete the Iyun registration form:

register here

STEP TWO:

Pay from the heart 💜
Suggested: $36-$108
Venmo: @JenaSchwartz
OR credit/debit

*

  • Payments are nonrefundable and for all three sessions.

  • After you sign up, you’ll receive an email with a Zoom link and source sheets (for those who like to print things out in advance).

  • Sessions will not be recorded; participants are highly encouraged to attend all three sessions if possible.