Rabbi Ariann

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Rabbi Ariann

Rabbi Ariann Weitzman is our Assistant Rabbi & Director of Congregational Learning. She is a passionate Jewish educator committed to truly innovative approaches to Jewish teaching and learning.

As an educator, Rabbi Ariann is dedicated to re-thinking Jewish education in ways that are naturally aligned with the vision we are embracing at Bnai Keshet, including creating opportunities for intergenerational learning, focusing on Tikkun Olam, and providing authentic, identity-building experiences for adults and children.

Read more about Rabbi Ariann in this bio from the Academy for Jewish Religion, where she was ordained.

Tue, October 17 2017 27 Tishrei 5778

Tue, October 17 2017
27 Tishrei 5778

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Chanting with Melissa Schaffer
Shabbat, Oct 21st 9:00a to 10:00a
Melissa Schaffer has been teaching Sacred Hebrew Chant at Bnai Keshet for 7 years. She is a graduate of Kol Zimra, Rabbi Shefa Gold's two year training program for Chant Leaders.Chanting is the melodic and rhythmic repetition of a sacred phrase.
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Intro to Judaism
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Did you grow up without Jewish practices? Would you like to begin, or continue, building your knowledge about Jewish culture, traditions and rituals? Are you worried about how to lead a Seder? Are you anxious about celebrating Chanukah in an interfaith family? Bnai Keshet is a diverse and inclusive community and this class is intended to help members, regardless of background, feel comfortable participating in Jewish and BK community life. In fall 2017 Martin Slon and Talia Schaffer will offer a course called Introduction to Judaism. Topics will include: Jewish history and identity, Jewish values in daily life, the holidays and rituals amongst others. Our topics will be informed by the group’s level and what participants most want to study, and we’ll explore these issues together in an open-minded, non-judgmental, welcoming environment, keeping in mind that none of us know all the answers and that questioning and exploring is very much the Jewish way.
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Tuesday, Oct 24th 6:30p to 8:00p

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The Prophets: Voices from Then and Now
Shabbat, Oct 28th 9:00a to 10:00a
The Prophets: Voices from Then and Now What makes a prophet? Prophets are righteous witnesses to the truths that surround us. Biblical prophets smashed our idols of complacency and built bridges to new possibilities. We will study the various roles and characters of a selection of biblical prophets and bring the conversation forward to today. Who speaks with a prophetic voice in our own time and how do we heed their call?
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Event Sessions 1. Saturday, September 9, 2017 • 18 Elul 5777 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM 2. Sunday, October 1, 2017 • 11 Tishrei 5778 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Are you interested in Bnai Keshet? Or do you have a friend who wants to find out more? We invite all prospective members to join us for one of our upcoming BK Open House sessions: • Saturday, September 9th @12:30PM or • Sunday, October 1st @10AM Children are welcome and optional childcare will be provided. Bnai Keshet Rabbis El
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Chanting with Melissa Schaffer
Shabbat, Nov 4th 9:00a to 10:00a
Melissa Schaffer has been teaching Sacred Hebrew Chant at Bnai Keshet for 7 years. She is a graduate of Kol Zimra, Rabbi Shefa Gold's two year training program for Chant Leaders.Chanting is the melodic and rhythmic repetition of a sacred phrase.
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Intro to Judaism
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