Why Do Jews Pray?
Does prayer really "work"?
How do we know if God hears our prayers?
What is it alright to pray for?
Join us to explore these questions, and to enjoy a delicious, no-experience-necessary Shabbat dinner. We'll eat, laugh, and learn. All are welcome.
Date: Friday, November 14, 2008
Time: 6:15 PM
Place: Jewish Gateways' cozy home near El Cerrito Plaza and BART station
Childcare: available by reservation
After gathering at 6:15, we'll continue with:
6:30 - Candle lighting and dinner
7:30 - Rabbi Bridget Wynne will lead a lively interactive introduction to Jewish mysticism
8:30 - Dessert and schmoozing (time to hang out and chat)
Please contact Rabbi Bridget Wynne at Jewish Gateways, (510) 559-8140, or rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org, for more information, and to make a reservation and get directions and your food assignment. If your schedule doesn't allow you to bring a dish to share, we offer you the option of contributing $7 toward the dinner.