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. Her presentation will relate to her newly published book, Psalms, Ancient Songs for These Times. An informal, dessert reception will follow.

Saturday, Nov. 7 at 10:30 a.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. — Congregation Beth El, Sudbury

Rabbi Levy will participate in Shabbat morning services. Her teachings will be based on her new book on the psalms. We will then enjoy a festive oneg lunch. At 4:00 p.m., she will give a meditative presentation, followed by Havdalah.

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. 

Where possible, all sessions will be hybrid (in person at the hosting synagogue and on Zoom). Pre-registration is required for each session. 

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.