EnjoyTorah Sparks: Creative commentaries on the weekly Torah and Haftarah readings written by Conservative Yeshiva faculty.
Thank you to everyone who attended Jason's kick-off concert and made donations to support grassroots tzedakah that is making a difference for Israelis every day. Our fundraising efforts on Israel's behalf are ongoing.
Stars of David Performancefeaturing Rabbi Marcia Tilchin, Cantor Judy Sofer and colleagues at Temple Beth Israel of Pomona | Saturday, December 16 at 7:30pm
Monday, December 4 at 9:30am PT ADVANCED LEARNING INSTITUTE The Medieval Debates that Gave Us Modern Judaism with Rabbi Daniel Levine The Great Jewish thinkers of the Middle Ages were philosophers, poets, mystics and physicians - working out in their own minds how to reconcile evolved Jewish practice with primary philosophical schools of thought. Rabbi Daniel will take us on a 4-week journey into the great minds of the time and their enduring impact on the trajectory of Jewish thought and practice that are still manifest today. Click here to register. Click here to access recordings of previous sessions.
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. Minyan WILL convene on Thanksgiving
Space for Gan Laguna's Hanukkah celebration on December 16 is limited. RSVP here
Featuring Cantors Judy Sofer, Paul Buch, Daniel Freedman, Toby Schwartz, Marcia Tilchin and David Perper with David Spear on piano.
This musical review, based on Abigail Pogrebin's book of the same name, relates through music how some of America's most prominent and influential performance artists, philantropists, and civil servants were impacted by their Jewish histories and identities. Learn about Gwyneth Paltrow, Leonard Nimoy, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and many others in this funny and poignant musical revue.
Click here to learn about ongoing support groups led by Chaplain Fran Chalin, BCC, MSW 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.
December dates: 7th - Spousal loss 14th - Child loss 21th - Parent and sibling loss 28th - Circle of Hope & Healing
January dates: 4th - Spousal loss 11th - Child loss 18th - Parent and sibling loss 25th - Circle of Hope & Healing
JewBelong founder Archie Gottesman will speak to Temple Beth Sholom and other local OC congregations via zoom on Wednesday, Dec 6th. ‘The Power of Provocative PR to Combat Antisemitism’ Contact Temple Beth Sholom for details and to register (714-628-4600)
Join us in carrying a candle of remembrance for every life lost Sign up here
Each year, thousands of individuals experiencing homelessness die on the streets of our nation due to illness, exposure or violence. Please join us as we honor and acknowledge their lives as part of one human family.
To provide the name of someone you know who has lost their life on the streets in Orange County this past year so they can be acknowledged in the service, contact Our Father's Table by email at info@@ourfatherstableus.org
December 21, 2023 at 7:00pm St. Timothy Catholic Church 29102 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 Thank you in advance for your prescence and show of care
OC JEWISH COOKING CONNECTIONS
JCoOC was honored to partner with the Merage JCC's Culinary Arts Program to produce the first series of OC Jewish Cooking Connections featuring Chef Liron Regev and a diverse cast from throughout the Jewish Community.
We hope these videos bring a smile to your face and some deliciousness to your homes during this difficult time. This program was made possible through a Weissman Arts grant through the Jewish Community Foundation of Orange County. ENJOY!
TheJewish 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.
Jewish Collaborative of Orange County 2200 San Joaquin Hills Rd. Newport Beach, CA 92660
Mondays
9:30 am PT | 12:30 am ET
June 30 | July 7, 14, 21 and 28 | August 4, 11, 18 and Register here
Over the past two centuries, the Jewish people have undergone unprecedented change—politically, socially, and spiritually. This 8-week course explores how Jews have confronted the challenges and opportunities of modernity and how leading thinkers have responded with innovation, resistance, reinterpretation, and renewal
Weekly presentations with Jews United for Democracy and Justice
Grounded in the Jewish prophetic value of Pikuach Nefesh, JQ offers free virtual monthly and drop-in support groups for LGBTQ+ Jews and allies. Learn more
ExploringJudaism.org is about embracing the beauty and complexity of Judaism and our personal search for meaning and learning. No matter who you are or your experience in Judaism there is something to learn and explore.
Each challah is an edible work of art, baked fresh and hand-braided especially for you! Choose from raisin, traditional, sesame seed and poppy seed. For more information, visit theblessedbraid.com.
JCoOC is an exempt organization in accordance with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code EIN: 36-4844121
