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Events and Classes
Join Rabbi Ariel Hendelman and Julie Leavitt for a meaningful High Holiday experience centered on this year’s theme, Transitions.
The High Holidays invite us into a sacred time of reflection, renewal, and transformation. The Hebrew word ma’avarim comes from the root avar, meaning to cross over or move through. Like a butterfly passing through seasons, we are called to cross thresholds, borders, boundaries, and the invisible spaces within.
B’nai Or services are prayerful, musical, embodied, and mindful.
Non-members are warmly invited to join us. Get your High Holiday passes by clicking this link
Starting this November, join us for a brand-new Lunch and Learn series following our Shabbat morning gatherings!
Led by Rabbi Ariel, these informal learning sessions will explore a range of fascinating topics — including the power of saying “Amen”, dream magic in our mystical tradition, the role of Oneg (pleasure) in spiritual practice, the 39 melachot of Shabbat, and more.
Bring your curiosity (and your lunch!) as we dive into teachings that nourish both mind and soul.
“Lunch and Learn”
Series with Ariel Hendelman
Join B’nai Or for a joyful outdoor Sukkot concert featuring Merchav, a sacred folk duo composed of violinist and vocalist Amalia Kelter Zeitlin and singer-songwriter and rabbinical student Julia Sabra.
Merchav’s music draws inspiration from Jewish liturgy, midrash, Tanakh, modern Hebrew poetry, and Jewish social justice traditions. Blending Hasidic nigunim, American folk, and Israeli devotional music, Amalia and Julia create an uplifting and participatory musical experience in English, Hebrew, and wordless song.
Rabbi Ariel Hendelman will also share teachings during the intermission, bringing together music, learning, and community in celebration of Sukkot.
Learn more about Merchav and enjoy their recordings and concert clips at merchav.com.