Adar Aleph has arrived and with it, the season of gift-giving. Purim 5784 falls on March 23-24. By ordering your Mishloah Manot for family and friends through NA’AMAT, you can share the love and support women, children and families in Israel.
CLICK HERE to place your order(s). Supplies are limited, so don't delay. Gifts will be received by recipients in time for Purim!
Kosher Dill Pickleball for a Cause! Join us as a SPONSOR and multiply your impact. Together we support Israel and our community. Register here for our March 31st fun-raising afternoon
Pickleball for a cause: Proceeds raised will provide relief for victims of terror, displaced persons, IDF troops and JCoOC's efforts in support of our local Jewish community. All donations are tax-deductible.
Round-robin tournament for all player levels
A pro-led beginner teaching clinic will be offered
Food, festivities and prizes. Families welcome
Be a hero - Become a Sponsor! $1000+ - Includes 2 tickets $1800+ - Includes 2 tickets and a 12-pack of Franklin $5000+ - Includes 4 tickets and 2 professional paddles
Saturday, April 8 at 2pm PT TWELVE STEPS AND TORAH JCoOC partners with Our Jewish Recovery(OJR) every Shabbat afternoon for Torah study informed by the wisdom of Twelve Step recovery. Join us on Zoom. For more information and to be added to the Twelve Steps & Torah email list, click here. For a full menu of OJR programs and meetings click here.
Monday, February 26, 2024 at 9:30am PT ADVANCED LEARNING INSTITUTE Governance and Leadership in Genesis with Bex Rosenblatt In this series, we look to Genesis for biblical ideals of governance and leadership. Contrasting God, Abraham and Joseph, we will consider the shortcomings and successes of three very different models. This week's topic: Joseph in Pharaoh's Court Click here to register. Watch previous sessions
Thursday, February 29 on Zoom | 5:00pm PT CIRCLE OF HOPE AND HEALING “Sharing our Untold Stories“ Rabbis Lisa Edwards and Jillian Cameron in conversation with Chaplain Fran Chalin, BCC. Highlighting examples of pain and isolation experienced by congregants in LGBTQ synagogues during times of loss, Rabbi Edwards (who served BCC through the AIDs crisis and for decades after) and Rabbi Cameron will provide insight into what all communities can do to be more welcoming as a safe, caring space in which people can feel embraced and share their untold stories. Register 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.
Pack your bags and join us in Great Britain this summer! There are still four spots available for additional travelers. Don't miss out! Learn more here ✈️
UPCOMING SPECIAL SHABBATOT AND PROGRAMS
Join a growing, diverse and multigenerational contingent of OC Jewish women choosing to indulge in Ruah Nashim, led by master teacher and spiritual leader Rabbi Shawn Fields-Meyer. A special gift to yourself. Register HERE
If you'd like to learn more about Ruach Nashim, please contact veteran attendees Andrea Alfi or Sandy Rothberg
ONGOING WAYS TO SUPPORT ISRAEL
JCoOC has been raising funds for grassroots relief efforts to help civilians and soldiers in Israel. A percentage of the proceeds from our upcoming Kosher Dill Pickleball Fundraiser will be dedicated to supporting continuing needs of victims of terror, displaced persons and the IDF.
Please join us for this fun, community-building event and consider becoming a sponsor. Thank you!
Please don’t forget to vote in California’s Primary on or by March 5, 2024
Making our voices hear at the ballot box is more important than ever. Become informed about the candidates and propositions using one of the resources below.
Don’t live in California? Visit U.S. Vote Foundation to access election data and timetables throughout the country Usvotefoundation.org
VOTING = JEWISH VALUES IN ACTION 🇺🇲
From the Holocaust to Hamas: The Faces of Antisemitism Four Thursdays at 12pm PST | Free | Online
The Whizin Center for Continuing Education at American Jewish University presents Professor Michael Berenbaum teaching an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted nature of antisemitism through various historical and contemporary lenses. This profound examination of the different manifestations and historical roots of antisemitism will shed light on its evolution from the darkest chapters of history to present-day persecution and terror.
Please consider making a donation to support this and other valuable AJU learning programs open to the public.
February 8, Session 1: Christian and Muslim Anti-Judaism and Antisemitism February 15, Session 2: The Protocols of the Elders of Zion and Other Big Lies February 22, Session 3: Nazi Antisemitism – Why, however bad things are today, this is not the same February 29, Session 4: Contemporary Antisemitism: Sources, Goals, Priorities, Crises
HaNefesh and Jew by You invite the community to: Creating Blessings with Alden Solovy Sunday, February 25, 2024 9:00 am PT – on Zoom | Cost: $20
My Mah Tovu – A Spiritual Compass Mah Tovu, the five verses that introduce our morning prayers, is designed as a spiritual compass. What are the compass points? How does it help direct our prayers and perhaps our lives? Liturgist Alden Solovy will explore the mysteries of the Mah Tovu, which we will then use as the basis of writing our own thoughts and interpretations of the prayer, guided by prompts. We will deepen our understanding of this simple prayer, using it to create our own reflections.
Rabbi Tilchin and other female rabbis from around the country will join NA'AMAT on Friday, March 8th to recognize International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. NA’AMAT will intentionally celebrate women who inspire us and those who need our support and attention.
Together we will celebrate, commemorate, comfort and be in community. All are welcome.
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 May 19, 26 and June 16, 2025 9:30 am PT | 12:30 pm ET Register here
This question in 2025 has deep personal and political consequences with roots in ancient Jewish debates. Rabbi Daniel will trace how ideas of Jewish identity have shifted across time - from biblical categories to the modern crises of belonging. We will explore why there has never been one clear answer to the question of Jewish identity and why the debate itself may be essential to Jewish continuity.
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
