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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:30 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by Carole and Jay Sterling and Family \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2025-08-05/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250807T193000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Jazz: A Portrait of Improvisation and Inspiration
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Jazz: A Portrait of Improvisation and Inspiration\nThursday\, August 7\, 7:30 pm \nJoin Toronto-based jazz virtuoso Julie Michels and her ensemble for an unforgettable evening where sound meets vision. \n\n  \nIn a one-of-a-kind collaboration with acclaimed artist Katherine Dolgy Ludwig\, this immersive concert blends live jazz performance with dynamic visual art\, creating a multisensory journey that explores rhythm\, colour\, and expression. \n  \nExperience the pulse of improvisation and the fluidity of brushstroke in a concert where music and art move in perfect harmony. \nGet your tickets here \nFeaturing award-winning Jazz Pianist David Restivo and world-renowned bassist George Koller. \nTo learn more\, click on the links above. \nPresented by \n \n  \n 
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/the-art-of-jazz-a-portrait-of-improvisation-and-inspiration/
CATEGORIES:Centre for Arts & Culture,HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
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SUMMARY:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer\nSaturdays\, 10:00 am \n  \nYou asked\, and we listened – we are delighted to continue exploring our congregation’s beautiful interest in prayer! \nWhether you participated in Tefillah 101 or not\, whether you are new to our community or have been here forever\, join your Rabbis and Cantors for this special six-part summer workshop as we delve into the rubrics of a Shabbat morning service. \nTogether\, we’ll study the structure of our liturgy and look at the intention and the level of spirituality behind it.\nIn other words\, we’ll ask the good questions of what we say\, how we say it\, and what we mean when we pray these sacred words. \n  \nRegister here \nGenerously sponsored by The Marilynne & Joseph Cass New Member Welcome Initiative \n  \nSessions will be from 10:00-10:30 am on Saturday mornings\, in Room 209\, following Torah study. We will then join for Shabbat morning worship at 10:30 am. \nClass schedule as follows: \n\nJuly 26 – Birchot HaShachar (Morning Blessings)\nAugust 2 – Pesukei D’Zimrah (Passages of Praise)\nAugust 9 – Shacharit (Morning Worship)\nAugust 16 – Seder Kriat HaTorah (Torah Service)\nAugust 23 – The Structure of A Blessing\nAugust 30 – Tallit\, Kippah\, Tefillin
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/tefillah-201-a-deeper-dive-into-the-sea-of-prayer/2025-08-09/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155440Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:30 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by Carole and Jay Sterling and Family \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2025-08-12/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250718T144217Z
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SUMMARY:Reform Judaism in Israel: A Critical Mission at a Critical Time
DESCRIPTION:Reform Judaism in Israel: A Critical Mission at a Critical Time\nTuesday\, August 12\, 7:30 pm \nJoin us for a powerful and timely evening with Anna Kislanski\, CEO of The Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism – IMPJ. \nAt a moment of profound political and social change in Israel\, Anna will share insight into the evolving challenges and opportunities facing Israeli democracy\, religious pluralism\, and the Reform Movement’s place in shaping the Jewish future. Anna brings a unique perspective on community building\, grassroots activism and how Israeli Reform communities are advancing equality\, justice\, and inclusion on the ground. She will offer a behind-the-scenes look at what’s at stake for liberal Judaism in Israel today—and how North American Jews can be meaningful partners in this critical mission. \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease let us know how many people from your household\, including yourself\, are attending to assist with planning. Thank you! \nPlease select…12345678910
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/reform-judaism-in-israel-a-critical-mission-at-a-critical-time/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250812T155845Z
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SUMMARY:Special Israel Dialogues Session: the Path Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Special Israel Dialogues: the Path Ahead\nThursday\, August 14\, 12:00 pm (online only) \n  \nSince our last Israel Dialogues session\, much has happened in the world. Notably\, Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will recognize a Palestinian state this coming September. \nIn light of these developments\, we invite you to join us for a discussion on the recent decisions by Canada\, France\, and England to recognize a Palestinian state. This conversation promises to be both informative and thought-provoking as we move beyond the headlines to explore the deeper issues at hand. \n  \nPlease email Joe Freedberg for the Zoom link: jfreedberg@holyblossom.org
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/special-israel-dialogues-session-the-path-ahead/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
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SUMMARY:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer\nSaturdays\, 10:00 am \n  \nYou asked\, and we listened – we are delighted to continue exploring our congregation’s beautiful interest in prayer! \nWhether you participated in Tefillah 101 or not\, whether you are new to our community or have been here forever\, join your Rabbis and Cantors for this special six-part summer workshop as we delve into the rubrics of a Shabbat morning service. \nTogether\, we’ll study the structure of our liturgy and look at the intention and the level of spirituality behind it.\nIn other words\, we’ll ask the good questions of what we say\, how we say it\, and what we mean when we pray these sacred words. \n  \nRegister here \nGenerously sponsored by The Marilynne & Joseph Cass New Member Welcome Initiative \n  \nSessions will be from 10:00-10:30 am on Saturday mornings\, in Room 209\, following Torah study. We will then join for Shabbat morning worship at 10:30 am. \nClass schedule as follows: \n\nJuly 26 – Birchot HaShachar (Morning Blessings)\nAugust 2 – Pesukei D’Zimrah (Passages of Praise)\nAugust 9 – Shacharit (Morning Worship)\nAugust 16 – Seder Kriat HaTorah (Torah Service)\nAugust 23 – The Structure of A Blessing\nAugust 30 – Tallit\, Kippah\, Tefillin
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/tefillah-201-a-deeper-dive-into-the-sea-of-prayer/2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T123000
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SUMMARY:Welcome\, Rabbi Jordan Helfman
DESCRIPTION:Welcome\, Rabbi Jordan Helfman\nSaturday\, August 16\, 10:30 am \nSermon for Shabbat Eikev\, 5785\n“Comparative Suffering: Who Has It Worse Now\, Canadian or British Jewry?” \nJoin us in sacred worship \nWe look forward to welcoming Rabbi Helfman and his family for a summer visit. Many will remember his kindness\, his thoughtfulness\, and his humour. Over seven good years\, Rabbi Helfman made his mark on Holy Blossom and the greater Jewish community of Toronto. Come hear his rabbinic reflections on the news of the day — here\, there\, and everywhere. \nRabbi Jordan Helfman is in his fourth year at Oaks Lane Reform Synagogue\, on the edge of North East London towards Essex. He is currently the Vice-Chair of the Assembly of Reform Rabbis and Cantors and the Co-Vice Chair of Arzenu Olami. Each summer\, he loves returning to Holy Blossom Temple\, where he served as Assistant then Associate Rabbi\, so he can visit with the community\, eat challah with streusel\, and cinnamon raisin bagels with smoked salmon.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/welcome-rabbi-jordan-helfman/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:30 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by Carole and Jay Sterling and Family \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2025-08-19/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250516T132243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T132359Z
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SUMMARY:☀️ Tot Shabbat Summer ☀️
DESCRIPTION:☀️ Tot Shabbat Summer ☀️\nMonthly\, Fridays\, 5:30 pm \nShabbat Shalom – HEY! Get on board the Shabbat Train for an upbeat and meaningful Kabbalat Shabbat service for our littlest blossoms and their families. Make some joyful noise with Dr. Marky Weinstock and Rabbi Samuel Kaye! \nThis program is generously sponsored by Ben Hertzman and Danna Goldlist \nRegister here!
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/tot-shabbat-summer/2025-08-22/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T101500
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250625T133055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T162915Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Sing in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Shabbat Sing in the Park\nSaturday\, August 23\, 9:30 am\, Cedarvale Ravine Splash Pad \n  \nCelebrate Shabbat with joyful music and community spirit! \nJoin Rabbi Baruchel and beloved song leader Ayla Smolash by the Cedarvale Ravine Splash Pad for a spirited Shabbat Sing. Designed for little ones and their grownups\, we’ll welcome Shabbat with singing\, movement\, and ruach (spirit!) in the great outdoors. Bring a blanket\, sunscreen\, and your best singing voice. All are welcome—come splash\, sing\, and connect with others on a beautiful Shabbat morning. \nNo registration required. Just show up and join the fun! 💧☀️🎶 weather permitting! \n  \n 
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/shabbat-sing-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250806T183516Z
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SUMMARY:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer\nSaturdays\, 10:00 am \n  \nYou asked\, and we listened – we are delighted to continue exploring our congregation’s beautiful interest in prayer! \nWhether you participated in Tefillah 101 or not\, whether you are new to our community or have been here forever\, join your Rabbis and Cantors for this special six-part summer workshop as we delve into the rubrics of a Shabbat morning service. \nTogether\, we’ll study the structure of our liturgy and look at the intention and the level of spirituality behind it.\nIn other words\, we’ll ask the good questions of what we say\, how we say it\, and what we mean when we pray these sacred words. \n  \nRegister here \nGenerously sponsored by The Marilynne & Joseph Cass New Member Welcome Initiative \n  \nSessions will be from 10:00-10:30 am on Saturday mornings\, in Room 209\, following Torah study. We will then join for Shabbat morning worship at 10:30 am. \nClass schedule as follows: \n\nJuly 26 – Birchot HaShachar (Morning Blessings)\nAugust 2 – Pesukei D’Zimrah (Passages of Praise)\nAugust 9 – Shacharit (Morning Worship)\nAugust 16 – Seder Kriat HaTorah (Torah Service)\nAugust 23 – The Structure of A Blessing\nAugust 30 – Tallit\, Kippah\, Tefillin
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/tefillah-201-a-deeper-dive-into-the-sea-of-prayer/2025-08-23/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250824T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250824T093000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250815T145757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T145757Z
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SUMMARY:Rosh Chodesh Elul
DESCRIPTION:Rosh Chodesh Elul\nSunday\, August 24\, 9:00 am \n  \nRosh Chodesh\, meaning head of the month\, is a holiday celebrating the arrival of a new moon. It is often celebrated by women as a day off from work. All genders are welcome to join Women of Holy Blossom and pray in solidarity with Israel’s Women of the Wall. Join Women of Holy Blossom in sacred worship for Shacharit services followed by a light breakfast. \n  \nFor those planning on joining us in sacred worship online\, please click “Register Here” (below) to receive our new service links. You will be asked to provide your full name and email address as an enhanced security measure for our Online Daily Service participants. The Zoom links will be sent to the email address you provided in your registration. If it does not show in your inbox after registering\, please check your junk/spam folders. You will only need to register once for the new Daily Service Zoom links. If the links are updated again in future\, you may need to register again to receive them. If you are joining us for the first time\, we recommend you register in advance and test out the link before services and make sure your name is listed correctly\, if you are unsure how to do that\, click here. \nIf you are still having trouble\, please email JoAnne Bieman at jbieman@holyblossom.org \nRegister here!\nAs Rosh Chodesh is considered a special women’s holiday\, Women of Holy Blossom will honour its inspiring\, trailblazing\, and amazing women. Each month\, during Rosh Chodesh services\, we will celebrate one woman from our Temple whose dedication and good work have helped shape our community. Please watch for these tributes in the “Life @ Holy Blossom” email! \nFeel free to contact Women of Holy Blossom with questions and comments. Looking forward to celebrating together.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/rosh-chodesh-elul/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250826T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250826T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155440Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:30 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by Carole and Jay Sterling and Family \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2025-08-26/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250830T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250806T183516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T183516Z
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SUMMARY:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Tefillah 201: A Deeper Dive into the Sea of Prayer\nSaturdays\, 10:00 am \n  \nYou asked\, and we listened – we are delighted to continue exploring our congregation’s beautiful interest in prayer! \nWhether you participated in Tefillah 101 or not\, whether you are new to our community or have been here forever\, join your Rabbis and Cantors for this special six-part summer workshop as we delve into the rubrics of a Shabbat morning service. \nTogether\, we’ll study the structure of our liturgy and look at the intention and the level of spirituality behind it.\nIn other words\, we’ll ask the good questions of what we say\, how we say it\, and what we mean when we pray these sacred words. \n  \nRegister here \nGenerously sponsored by The Marilynne & Joseph Cass New Member Welcome Initiative \n  \nSessions will be from 10:00-10:30 am on Saturday mornings\, in Room 209\, following Torah study. We will then join for Shabbat morning worship at 10:30 am. \nClass schedule as follows: \n\nJuly 26 – Birchot HaShachar (Morning Blessings)\nAugust 2 – Pesukei D’Zimrah (Passages of Praise)\nAugust 9 – Shacharit (Morning Worship)\nAugust 16 – Seder Kriat HaTorah (Torah Service)\nAugust 23 – The Structure of A Blessing\nAugust 30 – Tallit\, Kippah\, Tefillin
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/tefillah-201-a-deeper-dive-into-the-sea-of-prayer/2025-08-30/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250902T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250902T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155440Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:30 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by Carole and Jay Sterling and Family \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2025-09-02/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250902T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250902T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250829T131139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T162513Z
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Bereavement Discussion Group\nImmediately following our 6:00 pm evening service (via Zoom here)\, Jack Kugelmass\, MSW\, will provide a supportive environment to find new insight into the meaning of their losses. \nWhether a loved one died recently or long ago\, we hope you will take comfort in this opportunity to find meaning and motivation in memory. \nYou are welcome to “drop-in” occasionally or attend regularly. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/917009371?pwd=T1dDMnd6bUMxUU1FaU1NaHFkVXRWQT09 \nMeeting ID: 917 009 371\nPasscode: 047218 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgbrqKX9x
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/bereavement-discussion-group-3/2025-09-02/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250903T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250728T133748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T152807Z
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SUMMARY:“THAT FEELING when your experience as a Jew is denied\, dismissed\, or distorted ...”
DESCRIPTION:Traumatic Invalidation in the Jewish Community after October 7: Jewish Resilience and a Path to Healing\n An Evening of Learning and Conversation with Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern\, Clinical Psychologist\, Lecturer in Psychology Harvard Medical School \n When: Wednesday\, September 3\, 7:30-9:00 pm\nWhere: Holy Blossom Temple\, 1950 Bathurst St.\, Toronto \nSince October 7\, you’ve likely experienced a profoundly unsettling feeling in even your closest circles: Denial\, dismissal\, and distortion of our lived experience as Jews. You know it’s real\, but others act like it’s not. \nYou’re not alone – and you’re not imagining it. \nIt’s called traumatic invalidation\, a real and recognized psychological phenomenon. \nJoin Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern as we come together as a community for a powerful presentation to name what is happening\, understand its impact and explore how we begin to heal. This program will be of interest to all in our community including educators\, parents\, and anyone who feels their Jewish identity and well-being have been impacted. \nCost is $18 payable at the registration link below. Refreshments will be served. \nFor those who can’t join us in person\, the event will also be livestreamed. The link to the livestream will be provided when you register. \nPlease register here (whether attending in person or online) to join us. \nClick here for more about Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern: \n \nDr. Miri Bar-Halpern is the Director of Trauma Training and Services at Parents for Peace and a Lecturer in Psychology at Harvard Medical School. \nShe is nationally recognized as a trauma expert and a leading researcher on traumatic invalidation—a phenomenon she explores in both clinical practice and academic work. \nDr. Bar-Halpern is also the co-host of the podcast Our Stories Matter: We Will Dance Again\, produced by the Trauma Informed Learning Alliance. \nThis program is generously co-sponsored by Holy Blossom Temple\, The Luke Sklar Mental Health Initiative of Holy Blossom Temple\, Mental Health Empowerment Day\, Beth Tzedec Congregation\, Beth Tzedec Centre for Spiritual Well-Being\, and OneFamily. \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPresented by Dr. Yifaht Korman
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/traumatic-invalidation-in-the-jewish-community-after-october-7th-jewish-resilience-and-a-path-to-healing/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
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SUMMARY:Youth Education Centre Opening Day and Open House
DESCRIPTION:Youth Education Centre Opening Day and Open House\nSunday\, September 7\, 9:30 am \n  \nWe are excited to kick off another exciting year of learning and fun at the YEC! Parents and prospective families are invited to join us for the morning. \nWe’ll begin with a special welcome back gathering including t’fillah\, introductions and a song session. Everyone will head down to the Atrium for a bagel breakfast\, where students will find their teachers. Teachers will then take their students up to classes for opening day activities\, and parents are invited to join Rabbi McCarroll for some special ‘new school year’ learning of their own! \nProspective students are invited to join their grade to get a feel for what the YEC is all about! \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/youth-education-centre-opening-day-and-open-house/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250115T191431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T141215Z
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SUMMARY:Good Books: What Cynthia is Reading
DESCRIPTION:Good Books: What Cynthia is Reading\, with Cynthia Good\nTuesdays\, 10:30 am via Zoom \nCynthia Good has been a leader in the publishing industry for many years. Join her every second week to hear about the latest great novels she’s discovering\, the development of contemporary genres\, and old favourites. There’s time at the end for you to add your reading suggestions. Free and open to all. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/91442171255?pwd=VWZ3b01URXRCUWhGdmdGa3BxUW10QT09 \nMeeting ID: 914 4217 1255\nPasscode: Good \nMeeting ID: 914 4217 1255\nPasscode: 566020\nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kca9lTDLGf
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/good-books-what-cynthia-is-reading-with-cynthia-good/2025-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Centre for Arts & Culture,HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250827T144120Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Presents: Baking for Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Presents: Baking for Rosh Hashanah\nwith Rebecca Howard \nTuesday\, September 9\, 11:00 am \n  \nJoin your Dorot friends while we learn to bake a delicious apple and honey cake for Rosh Hashanah with acclaimed baker and owner of “Becked Goods”\, Rebecca Howard.\nShe will teach us her special recipe for the holiday\, as we come together for an intimate pre-Rosh Hashana gathering to launch the 5786 year of Dorot programming. \nCost is $36 member/$40 non-member\, as ingredients and equipment will all be supplied by Rebecca and the Dorot team. Limited spots available. \nRegister here \nThe Dorot program is generously sponsored by a gift from the Estate of Saundra and Henry Sherman \n  \nABOUT REBECCA HOWARD: \nRebecca was born and raised in Toronto\, and her love and passion for food developed early on in the kitchen with her family\, specifically her Nana (grandmother) and dad. Instead of cartoons\, she would watch every cooking and baking show on The Food Network\, constantly playing “Chopped” with her own kitchen fridge and pantry as inspiration.\nRebecca studied at Western University and attended the Ivey Business School. While in school\, Rebecca kept up creating fun and exciting dishes in the kitchen during her spare time\, finding every excuse and celebration to bake for. Upon graduating with an Honours Business Administration degree\, Rebecca enrolled immediately in Humber College’s Baking and Pastry Management program in the fall of 2017. \nBecked Goods\, which began as an Instagram account to share Rebecca’s pastry school adventures with friends and family\, quickly blossomed into a side business. Friends of friends began reaching out with inquiries\, and excitedly\, the business grew tremendously through 2019 and in 2020\, became a full-time venture. With humble beginnings from her parents’ kitchen\, Rebecca worked with customers individually\, each creation made to order.\nIn October 2022\, Becked Goods opened its first brick-and-mortar location at 684 St. Clair Ave W (Rear Unit). It is a hidden gem of a bakery\, much like Becked Goods has been since its inception.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-presents-baking-for-rosh-hashanah/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250116T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155440Z
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SUMMARY:Dorot Games
DESCRIPTION:Dorot Games\nTuesdays\, 12:30 pm\nSchwartz/Reisman Atrium \nDorot programming is generously sponsored by Carole and Jay Sterling and Family \nWe invite everyone to come to play your favourite games: Chess\, Mahjong\, Canasta\, Rummycube\, Dominos\, Scrabble and social bridge.
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/dorot-games/2025-09-09/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250829T131139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T162513Z
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Bereavement Discussion Group\nImmediately following our 6:00 pm evening service (via Zoom here)\, Jack Kugelmass\, MSW\, will provide a supportive environment to find new insight into the meaning of their losses. \nWhether a loved one died recently or long ago\, we hope you will take comfort in this opportunity to find meaning and motivation in memory. \nYou are welcome to “drop-in” occasionally or attend regularly. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/917009371?pwd=T1dDMnd6bUMxUU1FaU1NaHFkVXRWQT09 \nMeeting ID: 917 009 371\nPasscode: 047218 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kgbrqKX9x
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/bereavement-discussion-group-3/2025-09-09/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250715T183757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T114857Z
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SUMMARY:Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock
DESCRIPTION:Little Blossoms with Marky Weinstock\n3 times available: 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, and 12:00 pm (FULL)\n10 Weeks: Sept 12\, 19\, Oct 3\, 17\, 24\, 31\, Nov 14\, 21\, 28 and Dec 5 \n0 – 5 years of age \n  \nRegister here! \n  \nJoin us on Friday mornings for Shabbat music\, stories\, and more. Dr. Marky (MD\, MEd) is an award-winning entertainer and respected educator with over 20 years of experience running Shabbat programs that inspire and help stimulate your child’s motor and language development. Welcome\, Shabbat with a smile and song in your heart!
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/little-blossoms-with-marky-weinstock-3/2025-09-12/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250827T145947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T181042Z
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SUMMARY:IJL 2025-2026 Cohorts L'Chaim
DESCRIPTION:IJL 2025-2026 Cohorts L’Chaim\nFriday\, September 12\, 5:15 pm \n  \nAhead of Kabbalat Shabbat\, join us for the IJL Cohort L’chaim as we launch the 2025–25 session. Whether you are beginning your studies or returning for the second half\, this gathering is an opportunity to meet your rabbis\, connect with classmates\, and raise a glass to the year of learning and discovery ahead. Together\, we’ll begin our Shabbat in community — with warmth\, with joy\, and with the promise of shared adventure. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease let us know how many people from your household\, including yourself\, are attending to assist with planning. Thank you! \nPlease select…12345678910
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/ijl-2025-2026-cohorts-lchaim/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250729T161538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T183251Z
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SUMMARY:Rabbi Professor Michael Marmur Scholar-in-Residence
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Professor Michael Marmur Scholar-in-Residence\nShabbat Ki Tavo\, September 12-13\, 2025 \nDrawing from his most recent book\, “Living the Letters: An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought\,” Rabbi Michael Marmur will teach on four occasions throughout the last Shabbat of the year and in anticipation of the New Year. \nKabbalat Shabbat\nFriday\, September 12\, 6:00 pm\nDrash: “Anxiety & Hope” \nShabbat Morning Torah Study\nSaturday\, September 13\, 9:00 am\nText Study: “An Alphabet of Confession and Creation” \nShabbat Morning Sermon\nSaturday\, September 13\, 10:30 am\nSermon: “Chai V’Kayam:  On God and God Language” \nSelichot Study\nSaturday\, September 13\, 8:00 pm\nThe Rabbi Mark Dov Shapiro Memorial Lecture: “Neder: On Jewish Commitments”\nThis lecture will be livestreamed to include a number of Reform congregations across Canada as part of the Hoover Academy of Jewish Study.\nImmediately following Rabbi Michael Marmur’s teaching and Havdalah\, all are welcome for a dessert reception. \nSelichot Service\nSaturday\, September 13\, 9:45 pm\nThis stirring service\, filled with exquisite music\, calls us to prepare ourselves for the New Year. We will ceremonially change the Torah mantels to white\, reflect on the trying year it has been\, and ready ourselves\, with renewed spiritual courage\, to welcome the year 5786. \nFor those joining us online in sacred worship\, both the study and service will be streamed on our livestream page here: holyblossom.org/holy-blossom-temple-livestream/\nNote\, there will be a half-hour break for dessert between the two \n  \nMichael Marmur is Associate Professor of Jewish Theology at Hebrew Union College\, Jerusalem. Until July 2018\, he served as the Jack\, Joseph and Morton Mandel Provost at Hebrew Union College\, having previously been Dean of the Jerusalem campus. After some 20 years in administrative capacities\, he now concentrates his energies on teaching and writing. Born and raised in England and educated at the University of Oxford\, Michael made aliyah to Israel in 1984. While studying for an M.A. in Ancient Jewish History at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem\, he completed his studies in the Israel Rabbinic Program of Hebrew Union College in Jerusalem\, and was ordained in 1992. For six years following his ordination\, he worked as rabbi and teacher at the Leo Baeck Education Center in Haifa. Michael Marmur served for three years as Chair of the Board of Rabbis for Human Rights. Known as a masterful teacher\, like his father before him\, Professor Marmur has lectured and taught courses in several countries around the world.  He is the author of many books\, including his most recent\, “Living the Letters:  An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought.” \n“Living the Letters:  An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought”\nIn this work\, Michael Marmur employs the structure of the Hebrew alphabet to set out elements of an emerging Jewish theology\, presenting a case for the urgent relevance of Jewish life at a time of deepening rupture and accelerating change. He presents core components of a theory and practice of contemporary Judaism. The Hebrew alphabet has long beguiled and preoccupied Biblical authors and liturgical poets\, rationalists and mystics\, conservatives and radicals. It has served as a locus of theological speculation\, an engine of creativity and a recurrent motif throughout the cycle of life\, from childhood instruction to graveside recitation. For each letter of the Hebrew alphabet\, Marmur proposes a concept\, gleaned from theology\, philosophy\, ritual\, politics\, community and other fields. Readers are invited to combine and deploy them in imagining a Judaism of tomorrow. \nInterview about the book here:\nhttps://huc.edu/news/people-of-the-book-faculty-michael-marmur-uses-the-alphabet-to-ponder-questions-of-contemporary-jewish-life/ \nAvailable for purchase here:\nhttps://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/living-the-letters-an-alphabet-of-emerging-jewish-thought/9783031810404.html
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/rabbi-professor-michael-marmur-scholar-in-residence/2025-09-12/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250729T141833Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Allyship Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Young Professionals Allyship Shabbat\nFriday\, September 12\, 6:00 pm \n  \nWelcoming Others to Our Table \nThere’s a saying: better to build a longer table than a higher wall. We’ll do just that on Friday\, September 12 at our Young Professionals Allyship Shabbat. This evening is about extending the table and welcoming friends who aren’t Jewish to share in the beauty and rhythm of Shabbat. Bring a colleague\, partner\, or neighbour to experience the joy of Jewish tradition in good company. \nWe are especially delighted to welcome our friends from Timothy Eaton Memorial Church\, with Rev. Dayle Barrett and young professionals from his community joining us for this special night of food\, friendship\, and sacred time. \nWhether it’s your guest’s first time seeing Shabbat candles lit or their hundredth time asking\, “What exactly is challah?”\, this is a chance to celebrate what it means to be good neighbours and better allies. \nOur Shabbat dinner will be a vegetarian pasta feast. If dietary restrictions are noted in advance\, accommodations will be available. \nRegister here! \n  \nYAD: Next Gen Programming is generously sponsored in part by Cheryl & David Blinick and Family
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/young-professionals-allyship-shabbat/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250729T151127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T163632Z
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SUMMARY:HaTzipporim (Empty Nesters) 5786/2025-26 Wine & Cheese Launch!
DESCRIPTION:HaTzipporim (Empty Nesters) 5786/2025-26 Wine & Cheese Launch!\nFriday\, September 12\, 7:00 pm \n  \nCome and join your fellow HaTzipporim (Empty Nesters) for a light wine and cheese following Kabbalat Shabbat services\, as we honour a wonderful year that was\, and look forward to being together for a good and meaningful year to come! \nJoin us for our joyous\, musical Kabbalat Shabbat Service at 6:00 pm\, and we will gather in our Lower Level Gallery directly after. \n  \nRegister here \nThis event is $10 to help cover our refreshments
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/hatzipporim-empty-nesters-5786-2025-26-wine-cheese-launch/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250729T161538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T183251Z
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SUMMARY:Rabbi Professor Michael Marmur Scholar-in-Residence
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Professor Michael Marmur Scholar-in-Residence\nShabbat Ki Tavo\, September 12-13\, 2025 \nDrawing from his most recent book\, “Living the Letters: An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought\,” Rabbi Michael Marmur will teach on four occasions throughout the last Shabbat of the year and in anticipation of the New Year. \nKabbalat Shabbat\nFriday\, September 12\, 6:00 pm\nDrash: “Anxiety & Hope” \nShabbat Morning Torah Study\nSaturday\, September 13\, 9:00 am\nText Study: “An Alphabet of Confession and Creation” \nShabbat Morning Sermon\nSaturday\, September 13\, 10:30 am\nSermon: “Chai V’Kayam:  On God and God Language” \nSelichot Study\nSaturday\, September 13\, 8:00 pm\nThe Rabbi Mark Dov Shapiro Memorial Lecture: “Neder: On Jewish Commitments”\nThis lecture will be livestreamed to include a number of Reform congregations across Canada as part of the Hoover Academy of Jewish Study.\nImmediately following Rabbi Michael Marmur’s teaching and Havdalah\, all are welcome for a dessert reception. \nSelichot Service\nSaturday\, September 13\, 9:45 pm\nThis stirring service\, filled with exquisite music\, calls us to prepare ourselves for the New Year. We will ceremonially change the Torah mantels to white\, reflect on the trying year it has been\, and ready ourselves\, with renewed spiritual courage\, to welcome the year 5786. \nFor those joining us online in sacred worship\, both the study and service will be streamed on our livestream page here: holyblossom.org/holy-blossom-temple-livestream/\nNote\, there will be a half-hour break for dessert between the two \n  \nMichael Marmur is Associate Professor of Jewish Theology at Hebrew Union College\, Jerusalem. Until July 2018\, he served as the Jack\, Joseph and Morton Mandel Provost at Hebrew Union College\, having previously been Dean of the Jerusalem campus. After some 20 years in administrative capacities\, he now concentrates his energies on teaching and writing. Born and raised in England and educated at the University of Oxford\, Michael made aliyah to Israel in 1984. While studying for an M.A. in Ancient Jewish History at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem\, he completed his studies in the Israel Rabbinic Program of Hebrew Union College in Jerusalem\, and was ordained in 1992. For six years following his ordination\, he worked as rabbi and teacher at the Leo Baeck Education Center in Haifa. Michael Marmur served for three years as Chair of the Board of Rabbis for Human Rights. Known as a masterful teacher\, like his father before him\, Professor Marmur has lectured and taught courses in several countries around the world.  He is the author of many books\, including his most recent\, “Living the Letters:  An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought.” \n“Living the Letters:  An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought”\nIn this work\, Michael Marmur employs the structure of the Hebrew alphabet to set out elements of an emerging Jewish theology\, presenting a case for the urgent relevance of Jewish life at a time of deepening rupture and accelerating change. He presents core components of a theory and practice of contemporary Judaism. The Hebrew alphabet has long beguiled and preoccupied Biblical authors and liturgical poets\, rationalists and mystics\, conservatives and radicals. It has served as a locus of theological speculation\, an engine of creativity and a recurrent motif throughout the cycle of life\, from childhood instruction to graveside recitation. For each letter of the Hebrew alphabet\, Marmur proposes a concept\, gleaned from theology\, philosophy\, ritual\, politics\, community and other fields. Readers are invited to combine and deploy them in imagining a Judaism of tomorrow. \nInterview about the book here:\nhttps://huc.edu/news/people-of-the-book-faculty-michael-marmur-uses-the-alphabet-to-ponder-questions-of-contemporary-jewish-life/ \nAvailable for purchase here:\nhttps://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/living-the-letters-an-alphabet-of-emerging-jewish-thought/9783031810404.html
URL:https://holyblossom.org/event/rabbi-professor-michael-marmur-scholar-in-residence/2025-09-13/1/
CATEGORIES:HBT Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190613
CREATED:20250729T161538Z
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SUMMARY:Rabbi Professor Michael Marmur Scholar-in-Residence
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Professor Michael Marmur Scholar-in-Residence\nShabbat Ki Tavo\, September 12-13\, 2025 \nDrawing from his most recent book\, “Living the Letters: An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought\,” Rabbi Michael Marmur will teach on four occasions throughout the last Shabbat of the year and in anticipation of the New Year. \nKabbalat Shabbat\nFriday\, September 12\, 6:00 pm\nDrash: “Anxiety & Hope” \nShabbat Morning Torah Study\nSaturday\, September 13\, 9:00 am\nText Study: “An Alphabet of Confession and Creation” \nShabbat Morning Sermon\nSaturday\, September 13\, 10:30 am\nSermon: “Chai V’Kayam:  On God and God Language” \nSelichot Study\nSaturday\, September 13\, 8:00 pm\nThe Rabbi Mark Dov Shapiro Memorial Lecture: “Neder: On Jewish Commitments”\nThis lecture will be livestreamed to include a number of Reform congregations across Canada as part of the Hoover Academy of Jewish Study.\nImmediately following Rabbi Michael Marmur’s teaching and Havdalah\, all are welcome for a dessert reception. \nSelichot Service\nSaturday\, September 13\, 9:45 pm\nThis stirring service\, filled with exquisite music\, calls us to prepare ourselves for the New Year. We will ceremonially change the Torah mantels to white\, reflect on the trying year it has been\, and ready ourselves\, with renewed spiritual courage\, to welcome the year 5786. \nFor those joining us online in sacred worship\, both the study and service will be streamed on our livestream page here: holyblossom.org/holy-blossom-temple-livestream/\nNote\, there will be a half-hour break for dessert between the two \n  \nMichael Marmur is Associate Professor of Jewish Theology at Hebrew Union College\, Jerusalem. Until July 2018\, he served as the Jack\, Joseph and Morton Mandel Provost at Hebrew Union College\, having previously been Dean of the Jerusalem campus. After some 20 years in administrative capacities\, he now concentrates his energies on teaching and writing. Born and raised in England and educated at the University of Oxford\, Michael made aliyah to Israel in 1984. While studying for an M.A. in Ancient Jewish History at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem\, he completed his studies in the Israel Rabbinic Program of Hebrew Union College in Jerusalem\, and was ordained in 1992. For six years following his ordination\, he worked as rabbi and teacher at the Leo Baeck Education Center in Haifa. Michael Marmur served for three years as Chair of the Board of Rabbis for Human Rights. Known as a masterful teacher\, like his father before him\, Professor Marmur has lectured and taught courses in several countries around the world.  He is the author of many books\, including his most recent\, “Living the Letters:  An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought.” \n“Living the Letters:  An Alphabet of Emerging Jewish Thought”\nIn this work\, Michael Marmur employs the structure of the Hebrew alphabet to set out elements of an emerging Jewish theology\, presenting a case for the urgent relevance of Jewish life at a time of deepening rupture and accelerating change. He presents core components of a theory and practice of contemporary Judaism. The Hebrew alphabet has long beguiled and preoccupied Biblical authors and liturgical poets\, rationalists and mystics\, conservatives and radicals. It has served as a locus of theological speculation\, an engine of creativity and a recurrent motif throughout the cycle of life\, from childhood instruction to graveside recitation. For each letter of the Hebrew alphabet\, Marmur proposes a concept\, gleaned from theology\, philosophy\, ritual\, politics\, community and other fields. Readers are invited to combine and deploy them in imagining a Judaism of tomorrow. \nInterview about the book here:\nhttps://huc.edu/news/people-of-the-book-faculty-michael-marmur-uses-the-alphabet-to-ponder-questions-of-contemporary-jewish-life/ \nAvailable for purchase here:\nhttps://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/living-the-letters-an-alphabet-of-emerging-jewish-thought/9783031810404.html
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