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Wholly Jewish: Grace: Breaking Down the Gates of Queer Judaism
Being queer and Jewish means something different to everyone, and those differences deserve to be celebrated. This week, Grace Collins (they/them) talks about being a Jewish storyteller and teacher; their connection, as a Jew-by-choice, to Rabbi Akiva’s teachings;, repairing the world in an oppressive political climate; and the dangers of “gatekeeping” in queer and Jewish spaces.
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Stories We Tell: What it Takes to Get in
Three souls are met by the Heavenly Tribunal as they approach the gates of Paradise: a learned rabbi, a pious man, and a tavern keeper. Each one makes their case as to why they should enter Paradise, but who among them instantly earns the Tribunal's favor?
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Wholly Jewish: Dara: From Parliament to the Bimah
Hosted by Jewish performance and ritual artist Shira Kline (she/her), a.k.a. ShirLaLa, this season features interviews with LGBTQIA+ Jews from the Union for Reform Judaism's JewV'Nation Fellowship.
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A Prayer for Migrants in Detention
During this Sukkot and as we act to secure a more just immigration system, let us say the Mi Shebeirach, a prayer for healing.
A Prayer Before Chemotherapy
Holy One of Blessing, whose Life Force courses through our bodies, help me feel Your Presence as I open my body to chemicals that will protect and renew.
A Prayer for the State of Israel, Her People and Soldiers, and for the Innocent Among the Palestinian People
Eternal God, receive our prayers for the peace and security of the State of Israel and its people.
A Prayer for the Anniversary of September 11th
Eternal God, Source and Creator of Life; From the depths we have called to You and we call to You again for courage, strength and wisdom on this anniversary of our nation's tragedy.
A Prayer for Israel
In this sacred moment, give us hope for Israel and her future.
Renew our wonder at the miracle of the Jewish State.