March 2020
Philadelphia Opening Doors to Parenting – Session 1 Unlocking Bedtime
Opening Doors to Parenting is a series of programs for couples in interfaith relationships with children aged 0-5. Each session will give the parents an opportunity to learn about a Jewish topic (Shabbat, Bedtime, Passover and Easter) and to discuss in a totally non-judgmental forum the role that it can play in their family’s life.
Find out more »Philadelphia – Opening Doors to Parenting – Session 2 Unlocking Shabbat
Opening Doors to Parenting is a series of programs for couples in interfaith relationships with children aged 0-5. Each session will give the parents an opportunity to learn about a Jewish topic (Shabbat, Bedtime, Passover and Easter) and to discuss in a totally non-judgmental forum the role that it can play in their family’s life.
Find out more »Postponed – Philadelphia – Opening Doors to Parenting – Session 3 Unlocking Passover and Easter
We will reschedule for another date - Opening Doors to Parenting is a series of programs for couples in interfaith relationships with children aged 0-5. Each session will give the parents an opportunity to learn about a Jewish topic (Shabbat, Bedtime, Passover and Easter) and to discuss in a totally non-judgmental forum the role that it can play in their family’s life.
Find out more »April 2020
Seder Leading 101 Webinar
Join us virtually and we will give you the tools to feel confident creating the seder that is right for your interfaith, intercultural or mixed-heritage family.
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A list of virtual Passover seders
Find out more »Virtual Passover Experience
How is this Passover different from all other Passovers?
Join us for an engaging, spiritually nourishing, virtual alternative Passover experience for Jews and their loved ones.
Grandparenting in a Pandemic: A Conversation for Grandparents in Interfaith Families – Online
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff to swap ideas of how, as she says, “to be a creative grandparent/grand-friend using old and new technologies and all the skills you’ve ever learned in life.”
Find out more »Grandparenting in a Pandemic: A Conversation for Grandparents in Interfaith Families – Online
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff to swap ideas of how, as she says, “to be a creative grandparent/grand-friend using old and new technologies and all the skills you’ve ever learned in life.”
Find out more »May 2020
Expecting in the Time of COVID-19: Webinar for Pregnant Interfaith Couples
Join with 18Doors Rabbis Malka Packer-Monroe and Robyn Frisch as we discuss issues related to pregnancy in the time of COVID-19
Find out more »Our Wedding Plans Got Messed Up Shabbat Dinner
Changing your wedding plans because of an international pandemic is an incredibly unique, painful, disappointing, surprising phenomenon. Join me for a nourishing, healing Shabbat dinner where we will light candles, eat a meal sponsored by OneTable and share stories, resources and support.
Find out more »Oy Baby: Creating Shabbat Rituals
Join 18Doors and PJ Library for a 2-part series for interfaith families with children 3-7 to learn about Friday night Shabbat rituals and how to slow down and be present with your family.
Find out more »Marking Space, Marking Time
Have you lost track of what day it is? Does Monday feel the same as Friday? Join Rabbi Jessica to learn how you can incorporate Shabbat into your lives, whether you are looking for a 5 minute ritual or an hour long family activity.
Find out more »Unlocking Shabbat
Have you lost track of what day it is? Does Monday feel the same as Friday? Join Rabbi Robyn Frisch from 18Doors, jkidphilly and other interfaith couples from the Philly area with children ages 0-5 to learn about Friday night Shabbat rituals and other ways you can incorporate Shabbat into your life and make it feel different and special.
Find out more »Our Wedding Plans are Messed Up and it Stinks! – Online
Having your wedding plans affected by an international pandemic is a unique, painful, surprising phenomenon. It comes with feelings of loss and frustration - as well as lots of other emotions. Sometimes it can really help to talk to other couples who "get" what you're going through. Join us for a nourishing, healing get together where you can share stories, resources and support.
Find out more »Shavuot Shabbat with author Sarah Hurwitz
Join us for a delightful dinner and discussion of Sarah Hurwitz’s new book, "Here All Along", with the author herself! Sarah, a renowned political speechwriter for the Obamas, rediscovers Judaism, finding timely insights and profound spiritual connection in its ancient practices and ethical traditions.
Find out more »June 2020
Couples and Conversation – Online (Philadelphia)
Being part of an interfaith couple can be challenging, but you don’t need to find the answers alone. This online workshop offers a safe environment to work on creating your religious/cultural lives together. Join us in this safe space to process together, meet new friends and learn from one another.
Find out more »July 2020
Seven Blessings Just For You! – Online
Join Rabbi Max Chaiken for an interactive workshop, exploring the traditional sheva brachot, and creating a custom version with your partner, to use in your wedding, your anniversary, your original wedding date that had to be postponed—you name it!
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