Accessing spirituality through creative modalities dates to the origins of Rabbinic Judaism and is at the core of our Jewish heritage. Each month we will gather, sing the psalms of Kabbalat Shabbat, then engage in a serenity practice such as meditation, yoga, or niggunim (wordless songs). No experience is necessary as we delve into these alternative spiritual practices. Our practice will then conclude as we join to remember our loved ones who have died with the words of Kaddish Yatom. The timing, with a pre-neg at 6:00, service at 6:30, and dessert after the service will remain the same as before. The format may initially feel unusual to some and refreshing to others. We are confident this new Shabbat experience will enrich your Jewish practice and deepen your relationships with your WHC family.

If you would like to sponsor a portion of a future Shabbat@WHC or Serenity Shabbat to celebrate a milestone or honor a memory, please contact Margaret Cohen, Director of Philanthropy, at mcohen@whctemple.org.