Chanukah Offerings
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Dear Friends,
As we prepare to kindle the Chanukah flames this evening, let’s remember that the Chanukah story shines with the power of hope and possibility.
As the story relates: Amid the rubble of the desecrated Temple, a tiny drop of oil was found. The drop of oil was lit not knowing what would be—and it burned brighter and longer than anyone thought possible.
Chanukah encourages us to lift up the light, even when so much lies in ruin.
Chanukah calls us to act even as we do not know if our actions will bring the results we long for.
Chanukah declares, do not get stuck in despair. Remember that a small act can bring about great blessing.
Chanukah says, act for the sake of the sacred. Act with reverence and love.
Miracles abound and so much is possible.
May this season open the way to great healing, through kindness, compassion and love.
I look forward to our Chanukah celebrations together.
Shalom,
Rabbi Yael
Printable Chanukah Resources
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Intentions for lighting the candles each night:
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Chanukah Meditations for each day:
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Chanukah Events
Candle Lighting Together via Zoom
Join together to kindle the lights on the 1st and 8th night of Chanukah with teaching, meditation and song
First night Thursday Dec 10, 7-7:30PM EST
Eighth night Thursday Dec 17, 7-7:30PM EST
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Passcode: 184916
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Monday Torah Study: Chanukah in These Times
Monday Dec 14
11AM EST
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Passcode: 335240
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Chanukah Retreat Day (Registration Closed)
Sunday, Dec. 13, 11AM-5PM EST/8AM-2PM PST
The mystics teach that the flames of the Chanukah candles reflect the Unending Light of Creation and bestow Chen: Grace, pure love freely given. We will gather together in the Chanukah light with the intention of being held, lifted and guided.
Sitting and movement meditation, song and chant, teaching and reflection will fill the day. We will close our time together by kindling flames for the 4th day of Chanukah. (Understanding it will still be daytime in the west.)
We look forward to this opportunity to gather together for healing, renewal and love.
Come let us walk together in the light of the One (Isaiah 2:5)
Registration is closed as of Dec. 9, 2020. Thanks to those who have signed up, you will receive connection info by Shabbat, Dec. 11.
CHANUKAH GIFT FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY
Rabbi Yael will write a personal note to all who receive the book as a gift. Send your name and the name and address of the recipient of the gift to rabbiyael@awayin.org and R. Yael will send a Chanukah card with a photo and psalm verse to your friends and family.
If you are buying the print version, try purchasing the book from Bookshop, a great alternative to Amazon that supports local bookstores. If you buy it from the link provided here, A Way In will earn a small commission in addition to the author’s fee. Purchase Directing the Heart on Bookshop.org.
Non-Amazon e-book options are available via books2read.
CHANUKAH DONATION TO A WAY IN
We join together in this season of darkness to be the light that the world needs. As we kindle our Chanukah lights, we uplift sacred action, honoring all those who dedicate themselves to acts of love and justice. May our spirits continue to rise.
In honor of this season, and the sustenance provided by A Way In during the unprecedented challenges of our times, we ask that you make a generous Chanukah gift. Your donation enables us to keep Rabbi Yael Levy's unique Jewish mindfulness teachings, intentions and meditations free and accessible to all. Your support also helps us grow our offerings and expand their reach.
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