Because the World Isn’t Okay Right Now

Judaism emphasizes hope, not despair, in the face of difficult world events. But before we can find our way to hope, Judaism teaches us to begin with catharsis: acknowledging our grief and our fears about the world. Tisha B’Av is the traditional Jewish day of mourning for the destruction of the ancient Temple in Jerusalem, but generations of Jews have expanded the meaning of this day to reflect the pain of other moments of Jewish history, too. Join Rabbi Kalisch for discussion, singing, a brief meditation, and inspiration from the Biblical Book of Lamentations. No prior knowledge required.

Because Tisha B’Av is traditionally a fast day, we will not be serving food or coffee.