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Hanukkah: A Struggle For Identity with Rabbi Shira Gluck 🖥
The Maccabees famously rebelled against the Seleucid Empire Empire after King Antiochus forbade Jewish religious practice. But their Hasmonean dynasty later waged a civil war against Hellenized Jews. Join Rabbi Shira Gluck on Zoom as she examines Hanukkah as a struggle for identity and its resonance for Reform Jews in the modern world. This session […]
The Miraculous Hanukkah Cook-Off 🖥
Tradition tells us the Maccabees found only enough oil for one day — but that it miraculously burned for eight. But Rabbis Rena Rifkin and Sam Natov think the real Hanukkah miracle is how delicious their olive oil cake and gelt cookies came out. Join our resident rabbi-chefs as they go head-to-head for another holiday […]
Hanukkah Sing-along 🖥
Join Cantor Dan Singer and Rabbi Sam Natov as they light the Hanukkah candles and sing along with some of our Hanukkah favorites! Watch at swfs.org/live or on Facebook or YouTube!
Hanukkah Stories — with Puppets! 🖥
Join our ECC's Miriam Kalmar as she lights candles and reads one of her favorite Hanukkah children's books — followed by a telling of the Hanukkah story featuring puppets, props and a set created by our ECC children! Watch at swfs.org/live or on Facebook or YouTube!
Family Shabbat: Celebrate Hanukkah!
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueLight the Hanukkah candles and celebrate Shabbat with Rabbi Shira Gluck and your whole family! This service and program is designed for children of all ages and their grown-ups. Masks are required for adults and children ages 2+. RSVP
Kabbalat Shabbat Evening Service
Stephen Wise Free SynagogueWelcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue. Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. Masks are strongly recommended. We're also proud to live stream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.