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Institute for Jewish Spirituality Cultivating Mindfulness. Deepening Connection. Enlivening Jewish Life. Cultivating mindful leaders. Revitalizing Jewish life.

10/16/2026

Meditation Sit

“But in the more frequent moments when, thank God, I have not been in crisis, I often find Torah and prayer to be homey,...
10/16/2026

“But in the more frequent moments when, thank God, I have not been in crisis, I often find Torah and prayer to be homey, spacious, inviting me into conversation and exploration.

This is territory I know, a place that feels familiar to me and yet also enables me to grow in wisdom, a place into which I love to invite guests (which is why I write these reflections every week—to invite you inside my home in the text).”

Read ’s full reflection on Noach at the link below.

https://www.jewishspirituality.org/about/blog/

10/16/2026

In Noach we learn that sometimes what grows from disaster is the true learning experience.

Thank you to Rabbi Marc Margolius for sharing this week's

Shalem is a mindful Jewish space that invites in those living with disabilities, chronic illness, and/or chronic pain. T...
10/15/2026

Shalem is a mindful Jewish space that invites in those living with disabilities, chronic illness, and/or chronic pain. Together, we explore what it means to lead a spiritual life alongside these unique challenges and opportunities.

Next week’s Shalem guest is Kohenet Dr. Harriette Wimms: a community convener, Jewish professional, spiritual ritualist, lecturer, and social justice advocate for people marginalized by power and oppression. Dr. Wimms is a licensed clinical psychologist, a Schusterman fellow, a Selah fellow, and a contract trainer for Keshet.

Just like all of our affinity spaces, Shalem is free.

Register for next week’s session below 🌿

https://www.jewishspirituality.org/get-started/free-resources-from-ijs/shalem-a-monthly-mindfulness-affinity-space-for-people-with-disabilities/

10/15/2026

Meditation Sit

Join IJS at this year's Shomer Collective Convening! The Convening brings together the Jewish end-of-life field for a da...
10/14/2026

Join IJS at this year's Shomer Collective Convening!

The Convening brings together the Jewish end-of-life field for a day of networking and shared learning on death, dying, and mourning — all grounded in Jewish wisdom.

Free to attend. Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

10/14/2026

Meditation Sit

Does Shabbat feel like you’re just going through the motions? Do you want a Shabbat practice but don’t know where to sta...
10/14/2026

Does Shabbat feel like you’re just going through the motions? Do you want a Shabbat practice but don’t know where to start?

Awakening Shabbat with Rabbi Jordan Bendat-Appell will transform your Shabbat rituals into a personal, meaningful, and impactful practice. 🫂

If you want a Shabbat practice but don’t know where to start, this space is for you, too!

There's only one day left to sign up for this special course. Reserve your spot now at the link below.

https://www.jewishspirituality.org/courses-programs/awakening-shabbat-fundamentals-of-mindful-jewish-living/

Sending so much love to our Shevet local collectives, and shoutout to Shevet Brooklyn and Shevet East Bay for warmly wel...
10/13/2026

Sending so much love to our Shevet local collectives, and shoutout to Shevet Brooklyn and Shevet East Bay for warmly welcoming friends and community into their sukkot.

Even some of our IJS staff and board got to join in the fun 💟

It is so special to see these communities growing!

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