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Meditation Shabbat Morning Service

Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Meditation Shabbat: חֲסִידִים הָרִאשׁוֹנִים הָיוּ שׁוֹהִין שָׁעָה אַחַת וּמִתְפַּלְּלִין כְּדֵי שֶׁיְּכַוְּונוּ לִבָּם The earliest practitioners of kindness would meditate for an hour and then pray, so that they could direct their hearts and minds to heaven. -Talmud, Brachot 30b The first Saturday of each month at Congregation Neveh Shalom is our Meditation Shabbat. An evolving—and revolving—series of practices will be incorporated into our regular sanctuary service, with the sermon slot dedicated to a focused meditation. ... Read More

YAFE: Jewish Chess Club (ages 7-17)

Event Series YAFE: Jewish Chess Club (ages 7-17)
Birnbach Hall

Start date, Saturday, November 5, 1:00-2:00pm All youth aged 7-17 are invited to join the new CNS Jewish Chess Club, taught by Jonathan Pulvers who has 20 years of expertise in teaching chess, contract bridge,  and political science. Jonathan will be leading a class once a month, on the first Saturdays of the month, after kiddush lunch (all are welcome to join in lunch beforehand). $10 per student per monthly lesson to cover the training ... Read More

Volunteers Needed: Veteran’s Day Flag Planting

Ahavai Shalom Cemetery 9323 SW First Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Wednesday, November 9 10:30am at Neveh Zedek 2:00pm at Ahavai Shalom We are looking for volunteers to help place flags at each of our cemeteries honoring veterans. Thank you for volunteering for this meaningful event. If you are able, please consider supporting both locations. To volunteer at Neveh Zedek (7925 SW Canyon Lane), contact Sharyn Schneiderman at shazschneiderman@aol.com or by phone, 503.781.3359. To volunteer at Ahavai Shalom (9323 SW First Ave), contact Sandy Axel at sandyaxel@msn.com or by ... Read More

Women’s Torah Study with Mel Berwin

Room 102

An uplifting hour of study on Shabbat! Delve into biblical and midrashic text, (Hebrew and English text available) with a group of other women to find meaning from our traditions that relate to our lives. All levels of experience welcome. Free. Email mberwin@nevehshalom.org for specific dates and topics.

Sisterhood NxNW Region – Fall Board

Event Series Sisterhood NxNW Region – Fall Board
Virtual Event

November 13, 2022 - 9:00 am (PT) to 4:00 pm (PT) LOGIN: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7122054468?pwd=Tm5oU3JNd1hLUHhzaEQ3Z2QrbHIrQT09 Meeting ID: 712 205 4468 Passcode: Jennifer Schedule: All time Pacific time - Via Zoom 9:00 am -10:00 am - Minyan Join us in community with a Region synagogue for Daily Minyan 10:00 am - 10:10 am - Greeting/Welcome Jennifer Kalenscher/All 10:10 am - 10:45 am - Sisterhood 101 Renee Ravich 10:45 am - 10:50 am - Break (Zoom Open) 10:50 am ... Read More

History, Theology and Poetry of the Prayerbook w/ Rabbi David Kosak 

Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Sundays through March, starting November 13, 12:15-1:15pm  In this accessible, intermediate-level course, we will examine the history and literary meaning of our central prayers. This will allow us to understand the background in which these prayers arose as well as how their structure and imagery convey their central message. Understanding these two components will help us grasp the purpose and ideas of the prayers as well as deepening our knowledge of how a given prayer ... Read More

Shroud Crowd

Event Series Shroud Crowd
Room 102

2:00-4:00pm in Room 102 at Neveh Shalom Help create traditional burial clothing which will then be used by the Chevra Kavod haMet for their work. Contact Sandy Axel: sandyaxel@msn.com.

Legacy: Meaningful Family Conversations W/ Rabbi David Kosak

Event Series Legacy: Meaningful Family Conversations W/ Rabbi David Kosak
Neveh Shalom 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR, United States

Sunday, Nov 13, Feb 12, or Apr 16 (you choose one date), 2:00-4:00pm In my years working in the rabbinate, I have observed how some, but not all, families instinctually prepare in advance for an inevitable loss by engaging in open conversations about values, love, and even regrets. These profound talks positively enrich a family. This year, I will be offering three stand-alone opportunities for you and your loved ones to gather and do this work ... Read More

Israel360: Making Sense of the Israeli Election

Virtual Event

Israel recently concluded its national elections, moving from one of its most ideologically diverse coalitions to a more right-wing one. Benjamin Netanyahu is set to return as Prime Minister, and the Religious Zionism party saw major gains to become the third-largest party in the new Knesset. What does all of this mean for Israeli citizens? How will it affect Israel’s relationship with the US and other countries? And what does it mean for us as ... Read More