Tree of Life Poetry Workshop with Rabbi Katy Allen

As we struggle with chronic toxic stress from the constant onslaught of news and experiences that are deeply troubling and traumatizing, take time to engage in rooted reflection and connection through a multi-sensory meditation. Explore our universal journey from trauma toward healing. During this workshop led by Rabbi Katy Allen, we will use her book A Tree of Life: A Story in Word, Image and Text which takes the reader from innocence to despair to understanding through a combination of poetic moments, quotes from Jewish tradition, and black-and-white photographs of trees. The book serves as a tool for coping, learning, and growing during the challenging times we face in life by following a journey that is both personal and universal and will provide participants with a basis for an exploration of personal and communal trauma in a manner that is both healing and enriching. Participants will receive a copy of the book to take home.

Join in person at Beth El. If desired, bring a preferred writing utensil and notebook. Snack welcome.

Contact Arielle Sabot with questions, outdoors@bethelsudbury.org.