Weekly Newsletters and Special Announcements

Wednesday, July 26 at 7pm
Jewish Music in Response to the Kishineff Massacre followed by Maariv and Lamentations
Location: Temple Beth Emet - 1770 W. Cerritos Ave. in Anaheim

Thursday, July 27
10am: Shaharit and Study Session
Location: Temple Beth Shalom of Long Beach - 3635 Elm Avenue
6pm: OC Egal Minha and Ma'ariv
Click here to join on Zoom. Passcode: 306318
6:30pm: Minha, Learning and Break-fast
Location: Congregation B'nai Israel: 2111 Bryan Avenue in Tustin

Sunday, July 30 at 10am
BEYOND BOARDERS: OCJCR's 6th Annual Tisha b’Av Observance
Location: Congregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot - 3652 Michelson Dr in Irvine

July 21, 2023 | 3 Tammuz 5783 | Parashat Devarim

Enjoy Torah Sparks: Creative commentaries on the weekly Torah and Haftarah readings written by Conservative Yeshiva faculty.

On July 19th, Israel’s President, Isaac Herzog, spoke before a joint session of Congress. His presentation reminds us that general bipartisan support for Israel’s safety and security remains an issue that still unites the two major political parties in both the House and Senate.

For those who understand why Israel’s well-being and secure longevity are essential for global stability, it was a welcome reminder on many levels. No matter how unbalanced and at-risk Israel’s current internal dynamic may be, threats from the outside remain. Israel must be able to act both preemptively and quickly if necessary to protect all its citizens from terrorism.

We are grateful for America’s continued assistance toward that end. 

Watch President Herzog’s address

Monday, July 24 and 31 at 9:30am PT 
ADVANCED LEARNING INSTITUTE

Teaching God to Cry: Exploring the Book of Lamentations through Midrash with Bex Stern Rosenblatt
This course will expand our appreciation of Lamentations in anticipation of Tisha b’Av through a close reading of selections from Eicha Raba. Classes will be non-consecutive. Please join when you can.
Click here to register. Watch previous class recordings here.

Thursdays, July 27 to August 24
4:30 - 5:30 pm PT | 7:30 - 8:30 pm ET
TEN HAFTAROT IN 8 WEEKS
An ALI-In-the-Evening program
Hazzan Marcia Lane explores the three haftarot of rebuke before Tisha b'Av and the seven haftarot of consolation leading up to Rosh Hashanah. We examine the history, personalities, language, and metaphors that make these prophetic passages so compelling.
To register for the class, contact Hazzan Lane:  hazzanlane@gmail.com.
Watch previous class recordings here

Sunday through Thursday at 6:00pm
OC EGAL NIGHTLY MINYAN

If you are looking for a place to say Mourner's Kaddish, observe a yahrzeit, or participate in an evening minyan, OC Egal meets online five nights a week. Click here to receive the private Zoom link. All are welcome.
July 27th - special Tisha b'Av Minha service

It's not too late to register for JEA's Environmental Lobby Day

Tisha B'Av Virtual Lobby Days, July 25-26
On Tisha B'av we remember how our ancestors turned the tragedy of the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem into a transformation of Jewish life that still inspires us today.  Speak up for climate solutions you believe in by signing up to lobby your legislators. Join a group from your community organized by Jewish Earth Alliance for a virtual meeting.  Everything you need to be an effective advocate will be provided.

JEWISH BEREAVEMENT AND COMFORT COMMITTEE

Looking to sweeten someone's New Year? Consider the gift of honey!

Click here to learn about ongoing support groups led by Chaplain Fran Chalin M.S.W./M.J.C.S. and to express interest in participation. Weekly meetings will address issues associated with specific types of loss.

Co-sponsored by the Jewish Collaborative of OC and House of Ruach.

July dates:
6 (spousal loss)
13 (child loss)
20 (parental loss)
27 (sibling/close friend loss)

August dates:
3 (spousal loss)
10 (child loss)
17 (parent loss)
24 (sibling/close friend loss)

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AND TEENS

CALLING ALL THESPIANS!

Jewish Teen Theatre Initiative is accepting RSVPs for our summer events.
Click here to see a full schedule of activities.

COMMUNITY EVENTS, CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

In case you missed the first workshop on Jewish Ethics and Genetics and would like to see the recording, here is a link to be shared: https://sharsheret.org/news/jewish-ethics-and-genetics/

JQ International is offering support groups
July through December, 2023

Grounded in the Jewish prophetic value of Pikuach Nefesh, JQ offers virtual, monthly, drop-in support groups for LGBTQ+ Jews and allies. We are thrilled to let you know that all eight support groups will continue through December 2023. RSVP is required.

• Supporting a Partner through Gender Transition
• ​​​​​​​Jewish Queer Teens
• Iranian LGBTQ+ Adults
• Caregivers of Gender Diverse Youth & Young Adults
• Exploring Healthy Relationships
• LGBTQ+ Coming Out
• Grief & Loss
• Transgender & Nonbinary Adults

Join JCoOC's Monthly Giving Circle
in support of our unique mission, programs and partnerships

The Jewish Collaborative of Orange County is a creative, collaborative, and compassionate community mosaic dedicated to innovating and supporting local and national programming that enriches the landscape of Jewish life and encouraging individuals and families to connect their passions and purpose with Judaism.