Below is a list of many different organizations who are working to help ensure our newest neighbors are welcomed and connected with housing, employment, transportation, food, acculturation, and other support. Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital…
What a difference a month makes. Last time, just a few short weeks ago, I wrote about another step in our return to normal – a kiddush luncheon. As I write this today, we are anxiously watching…
This week we read two portions of the Torah combined – Acharei Mot and Kedoshim. It is striking that parasha Kedoshim appears in this book. It draws attention because it is nothing like the style of Sefer…
Refer to the April 6th This Week at Etz Hayim for connection information. Andy Lovinger will celebrate his special (40th? 50th? 60th?) anniversary by chanting the parsha using the ancient trope (melody) of the Greek Jews as…
There is a great ongoing rabbinic discussion: “Is it better to say the Shema at the optimal time (earlier) at home or wait to arrive at the synagogue and do it with the community?” The dilemma between…
On March 14, 2021, the CEH Board had its most recent training session as part of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ) Board of Directors Training Program that we began in September 2020. Thanks to Board…
In a few days from when I write this (though you may be reading this only afterwards), we will once more be telling the Passover story – how we were in bondage to a wicked ruler who…
Ma nishtana halaila haze mikol haleilot Every year, we sing the ma nishtana as a way to ask ourselves and those sitting around the table with us: why is this night different than all other nights? Our…
To you, GOD, I call;And to you, God, I supplicate.Hear, Adonai, and be merciful to me;God, be my help. Dear Congregation Etz Hayim, As we reach a full year since the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19…
Etz Hayim Seder When: Sunday, March 28th Time: 6:15 – 8:00 pm Register here to attend the Seder. Let us know in your registration form if you would like to lead a part of the Seder! We…