An Intercongregational Shabbaton: An Exploration of the Psalms

Experience a special opportunity to learn with members of four co-sponsoring congregations as Rabbi Emerita Yael Levy, founder and rabbinic director of the website A Way In, leads a spiritual exploration of the Psalms. Her teachings offer “a way in” to spiritual practice and awareness that addresses universal issues. People of diverse faiths are welcome — the Psalms are not exclusively Jewish!

Friday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. — Temple Kerem Shalom, Concord

Rabbi Levy will participate in the Shabbat service (in person & by Zoom). Her presentation will relate to her newly published book, Psalms, Ancient Songs for These Times. An informal, dessert reception will follow. 

Saturday, Nov. 7 — Congregation Beth El, Sudbury

10:30 a.m. Rabbi Levy will participate in our Shabbat morning services (in person & by Zoom & Livestream). Her teachings will be based on her new book on the psalms. We will then enjoy a festive oneg lunch. 

          4pm: Waters of Salvation: An Exploration of Psalms and a Call into the Expanse

Psalms shout in joy, wail in sorrow and cry out with abandon. During this afternoon gathering we will follow full Psalms and Psalm verses as they guide us through fear, tumult and challenge into hope and possibility. We’ll conclude with Havdalah. 

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Sunday, Nov. 8 at 1:00 pm — Temple Beth Torah in Holliston, in collaboration with Temple Etz Chaim in Franklin

Rabbi Levy will offer a presentation including poetry, meditation and teachings. Light refreshments will be served. More info & registration here. *This event is in-person only.*

About Rabbi Yael Levy:

A graduate of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, Rabbi Levy worked with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality. She co-leads retreats, is writing an online mindfulness guide to weekly Torah portions and has written several books, including the recent “Psalms, Ancient Songs for These Times,” which will provide grist for the Shabbaton’s explorations. Named one of “America’s Most Inspiring Rabbis” by the Jewish Forward, she creates online teachings, unique, contemplative, Shabbat and holiday services and Jewish mindfulness classes.