As much as we look to the joy of Shabbat, there are hard moments in Jewish life. We are here to help you navigate them.
We have invited OneTable friend Dr. Rachel Fish to partner with us on our virtual summer series.
July 11
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This session discussed the historical origins of antisemitism; how it has transformed over time; and how antisemitism has been politicized by both the hard left and the hard right.
July 18
3pm PT/6pm ET
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This session will explore understanding anti-Zionism both pre- and post-1948; when anti-Zionism intersects with antisemitism; and discuss how one engages in legitimate critique of the Israeli government.
July 22
3pm PT/6pm ET
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This session will cover level-setting on what is going on in Israel and Gaza, with Hamas and Hezbollah, and how the Israel conversation is playing out in America.
Practicing Shabbat while Israel is at war
Shabbat is a time to pause, a time to gather, and a time to reflect. It is also an opportunity to listen — to our own inner voices and to other people around our table. Right now, so many people around our Shabbat tables are:
- Praying for the safe release of the 114 hostages still being held in captivity, including children, women, and elderly;
- Praying for the end of the war in Gaza;
- Praying for the end of innocent people’s suffering.
We hope the resources below will help you to continue to sit at the table, continue to engage, and continue to be part of community. If you’re not yet a host, apply to host a dinner to pause and discuss.
- Why Shabbat, Why Now? (OneTable)
- Let Us Light Candles for Peace (Tamar Elad-Appelbaum and Sheikha Ibtisam Maḥameed)
- A Prayer for Israel in this Time of War (Rabbi Naomi Levy)
- Songs for Times of Distress (Rising Song Institute)
- Prayers for Those in Captivity (Sefaria)
- A Place at the Table (Asif + The Jewish Food Society)
- Shavuot of Longing: Their Recipes on Our Table (Hostages and Missing Families Forum)
- Blessing for the Brokenhearted (Jan Richardson)
- Remember + Observe: Shabbat Rituals (Everyone Counts)
- Shabbat 25K: Resources + Discussion Guide About Israel (Unpacked)
- The Ezra Klein Show (Podcast)
- Call Me Back with Dan Senor (Podcast)
- Moral Responsibilities in a Time of War (Shalom Hartman Institute)
- Wellness Resources for the Situation in Israel (The Blue Dove Foundation)
- Taking Care of Yourself is a Mitzvah (Hey Alma)
- Rest Worksheet (R&R: The Rest of Our Lives)
- How to Protect Your Body from Social Media Stress (Greater Good Magazine)
- Learn About Language and Antisemitism (Dog Whistle Dictionary)
- Crashing: Jewish Peoplehood After October 7 (Shalom Hartman Institute)
- Call Your Local Representatives (One Min A Day)
- Guide to Respectful Conversations (Repair the World)
- Everyone Counts (M²: The Institute for Experiential Jewish Education and Kol HaOt)
- Donate to Humanitarian Aid (OLAM + SID-Israel)
- Onward Volunteer Program in Israel (Taglit-Birthright Israel)
- Empty Shabbat Table Project (Darkenu)
- Tastes Like Home (Zing Media)
- Engage Across Difference (Starts with Us)
- Seats of Hope (Hostages and Missing Families Forum)
- Sponsor Shabbat for a Wounded IDF Soldier (Belev Echad)
- Week of Goodness, July 14-21
(Rachel Goldberg-Polin + Jon Polin)