Queer Shabbat is a monthly ritual space for reflection, connection, grounding in the sacred cycles of Jewish time. This is a space for self-identified Queer Jews and their loved ones to gather. We will be hosting hybrid Queer Shabbat in Bayt B'racha IN-PERSON and also on ZOOM; Please come masked! Whether you are attending virtually or in person, you're invited to bring: songs, poetry, movement, creative activities, and meditations from your heart. Bring (vegetarian) food to eat yourself or to share while we chat after the service (some people may choose to unmask in order to eat together). Ritual items and challah welcome.

For any questions and zoom link, please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.com

CANCELED THIS MONTH!

Have you wondered why we call organized prayer, “services”? We gather together in sacred space to “serve,” to do sacred work with and for each other.

The Shabbat morning “service” is not a random collection of prayers. It is a journey taking us both out of ourselves and into ourselves. Through prayer, chant, song, movement, and meditation, we will travel the path of the Jewish mystics to the sacred heart of Shabbat.

Zoom ID: 282 164 5784

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Please join Sofie Shefia as we welcome Shabbat.
With Hebrew chants from R. Shefa Gold, we’ll create a calming, uplifting and reflective experience as we gather ourselves from the week. 
We will observe the candle lighting & blessing, healing prayers and mourners Kaddish, as well as Kiddush and hamotzi (challah) afterwards.  

PDF OF CHANT SHEET

ZOOM ID: 282 164 5784
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Download SONG SHEET AND PRAYERS

Pot luck vegetarian dinner with songs and prayers in Ladino, Hebrew and Spanish led by Stephanie Sofie Shefia Cohen.

Please bring a vegetarian dish that is ready to eat! We will provide the paper plates and plastic flatware or you are welcome to bring your own!

We’re starting at 6:00 pm this month, and ending at 7:30 because of the amazing Sefardic concert taking place at Nahalat Shalom tonight. Singer, composer, trombonist, keyboardist Nani Vazana learned Ladino from her Moroccan Grandmother. Her concert starts at 8:00pm and is not to be missed. Save by getting tickets in advance. MORE CONCERT INFO

Looking forward to welcoming the Shabbat with you all, in person and on Zoom!

PDF of Der Freylekher Shabes Prayer Booklet

KlezmerQuerque 2025 presents der Freylekher Shabes!
Celebrate Shabes (Shabbat) JOY in-person in our sanctuary. From 6:30-7:30PM the participatory danceable klezmer Shabes service will be accompanied by THE NAHALAT SHALOM COMMUNITY KLEZMER BAND and includes prayers from Kabbalat Shabbat and the Ma’ariv services.

Zoom ID 282 164 5784 (no password required)

PDF Chant Sheet
SILENT MEDIATION - On Shabbat morning there will be a silent meditation from 9:10 AM - 9:45 AM preceding the chanting. Plan to arrive by 9:00 AM to the Sanctuary. Doors will be locked at 9:10 AM to protect the silent space.

CHANTING SERVICE - The service (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM) will be contemplative as we take time to enter the liturgy through chant, then pause in the silence long enough to allow for an unfolding of possibilities and to develop the skillful practice that allows for Shabbat consciousness to flourish.

Queer Shabbat is a monthly ritual space for reflection, connection, grounding in the sacred cycles of Jewish time. This is a space for self-identified Queer Jews and their loved ones to gather. We will be hosting hybrid Queer Shabbat in Bayt B'racha IN-PERSON and also on ZOOM; Please come masked! Whether you are attending virtually or in person, you're invited to bring: songs, poetry, movement, creative activities, and meditations from your heart. Bring (vegetarian) food to eat yourself or to share while we chat after the service (some people may choose to unmask in order to eat together). Ritual items and challah welcome.

For any questions and zoom link, please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.com

CANCELLED THIS MONTH!

Meeting ID: 282 164 5784
No Passcode Required

Have you wondered why we call organized prayer, “services”? We gather together in sacred space to “serve,” to do sacred work with and for each other.

The Shabbat morning “service” is not a random collection of prayers. It is a journey taking us both out of ourselves and into ourselves. Through prayer, chant, song, movement, and meditation, we will travel the path of the Jewish mystics to the sacred heart of Shabbat.

Nahalat Shalom - Bayt B'racha

Zoom ID: 282 164 5784

No password needed

PDF of Chant Sheet

Dear En~Chanting Friends!

How grateful I Am to be chanting with you again this month! Please join me as we welcome Shabbat in the month of Shevat, with the perasha of Mishpatim, Ordinances, in Book of Exodus. 

With Hebrew chants from R. Shefa Gold, we’ll create a calming, uplifting and reflective experience as we gather ourselves from the week. 

We’ll chant together for our transformation, to heal our broken hearts, and awaken our compassion; to elevate our energy frequencies, get us in alignment with our inner Divinity, and affirm that when Love and Truth meet, justice and peace kiss! 

If you're able and feel called to join in person, we'll be starting at 6 PM - 7PM in Bayt Bracha, go thru the gate closest to main door, and enter the facing doors.

We will observe the candle lighting & blessing, healing prayers and mourners Kaddish, as well as Kiddush and hamotzi (challah) afterwards.

Zoom: 282 164 5784

no password needed

Nahalat Shalom - Cheder Room

For this month only we will be having a Kabbalat Shabbat at a special time and special location - 6 to 7 pm in the Cheder room, followed by dinner in the Cheder room.

Please bring a vegetarian dish that is ready to eat! We will have provide the paper plates and plastic flatware or you are welcome to bring your own!

Looking forward to welcoming the Shabbat with ou all, in person and on zoom!

PDF of Der Freylekher Shabes Prayer Booklet

Celebrate Shabes (Shabbat) JOY in-person in our sanctuary. The participatory klezmer Shabes service from 6:30-7:45 PM can be danced to and includes prayers from Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma’ariv services. We will also observe the candle lighting/blessing, Mourners’ Kaddish, blessing for healing, Kiddush and Hamotzee. The service will be followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner at 7:45pm and recreational Jewish dancing to a live klezmer music jam from 8:15-9 PM. Everyone is welcome to all or any part of the evening’s events.

For more information, contact Cantor Beth Cohen: cohenedmunds@netzero.net

Zoom ID 282 164 5784 (no password required)

PDF Chant Sheet
The service will be contemplative as we take time to enter the liturgy through chant, then pause in the silence long enough to allow for an unfolding of possibilities and to develop the skillful practice that allows for Shabbat consciousness to flourish.

Meeting ID: 282 164 5784
No Passcode Required

Have you wondered why we call organized prayer, “services”? We gather together in sacred space to “serve,” to do sacred work with and for each other.

The Shabbat morning “service” is not a random collection of prayers. It is a journey taking us both out of ourselves and into ourselves. Through prayer, chant, song, movement, and meditation, we will travel the path of the Jewish mystics to the sacred heart of Shabbat.

Queer Shabbat is a monthly ritual space for reflection, connection, grounding in the sacred cycles of Jewish time. This is a space for self-identified Queer Jews and their loved ones to gather. We will be hosting hybrid Queer Shabbat in Bayt B'racha IN-PERSON and also on ZOOM; Please come masked! Whether you are attending virtually or in person, you're invited to bring: songs, poetry, movement, creative activities, and meditations from your heart. Bring (vegetarian) food to eat yourself or to share while we chat after the service (some people may choose to unmask in order to eat together). Ritual items and challah welcome.

For any questions and zoom link, please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.com

MEETING IN THE GALLERY THIS MONTH!

Zoom ID: 282 164 5784

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PDF of Chant Sheet

Please join Sofie Shefia as we welcome the month of Tevet, entering the Book of Exodus with the parashat Shemot, Names. As we chant, together we’ll take the journey towards our liberation.

If you’re able and feel called, we’ll be starting at 6pm in the Gallery (come through the side office door).

ZOOM ID: 282 164 5784
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POEM

Pot luck vegetarian dinner with songs and prayers in Ladino, Hebrew and Spanish led by Stephanie Sofie Shefia Cohen, and a bilingual poetry reading.

This month we present the “Snapshot” by Mizrahi poet Ronny Someck. Born in Baghdad in 1951, he studied philosophy and literature at Tel Aviv University. He is also a musician and a visual artist. 

If you are able, please show up early and or stay late to help set up and clean up. And bring a vegetarian dish to share!

Zoom ID 282 164 5784 (no password required)

PDF Chant Sheet
The service will be contemplative as we take time to enter the liturgy through chant, then pause in the silence long enough to allow for an unfolding of possibilities and to develop the skillful practice that allows for Shabbat consciousness to flourish.

PDF of Der Freylekher Shabes Prayer Booklet

Celebrate Shabes (Shabbat) JOY in-person in our sanctuary. The participatory klezmer Shabes service from 6:30-7:45 PM can be danced to and includes prayers from Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma’ariv services. We will also observe the candle lighting/blessing, Mourners’ Kaddish, blessing for healing, Kiddush and Hamotzee. The service will be followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner at 7:45pm and recreational Jewish folk dancing to a live klezmer music jam with the band from 8:15-9:00. Everyone is welcome to all or any part of the evening’s events.

For more information, contact Cantor Beth Cohen: cohenedmunds@netzero.net

Meeting ID: 282 164 5784
No Passcode Required

Have you wondered why we call organized prayer, “services”? We gather together in sacred space to “serve,” to do sacred work with and for each other.

The Shabbat morning “service” is not a random collection of prayers. It is a journey taking us both out of ourselves and into ourselves. Through prayer, chant, song, movement, and meditation, we will travel the path of the Jewish mystics to the sacred heart of Shabbat.

Queer Shabbat is a monthly ritual space for reflection, connection, grounding in the sacred cycles of Jewish time. This is a space for self-identified Queer Jews and their loved ones to gather. We will be hosting hybrid Queer Shabbat OUTDOOR IN-PERSON and also on ZOOM. We are meeting in the Courtyard (weather permitting) or in the Cheder Room if rainy. Please come masked! Whether you are attending virtually or in person, you're invited to bring: songs, poetry, movement, creative activities, and meditations from your heart. Bring (vegetarian) food to eat yourself or to share while we chat after the service (some people may choose to unmask in order to eat together). Ritual items and challah welcome.

For any questions and zoom link, please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.com

Zoom ID: 282 164 5784

No password needed

PDF of Chant Sheet

Please join Sofie Shefia as we welcome Sabbath Bride in the month of Kislev, with the Parashat of Vayeshev.

Bring your heart’s dreams as we lift them and each other up with our chants, and honor the light during Hanukkah and winter solstice time.

ZOOM ID: 282 164 5784
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Download POEM

Pot luck vegetarian dinner with songs and prayers in Ladino, Hebrew and Spanish led by Stephanie Sofie Shefia Cohen, and a bilingual poetry reading.

This month we present Pathways to Heaven, the third and final poem in our series on the contemporary Mizrahi poet Sami Shalom Chetrit. Born in Morocco and raised in Israel, Sami Shalom Chetrit makes his home in New York City where he teaches at Queens College.

If you are able, please show up early and or stay late to help set up and clean up. And bring a vegetarian dish to share!

Zoom ID 282 164 5784 (no password required)

PDF Chant Sheet
The service will be contemplative as we take time to enter the liturgy through chant, then pause in the silence long enough to allow for an unfolding of possibilities and to develop the skillful practice that allows for Shabbat consciousness to flourish.

PDF of Der Freylekher Shabes Prayer Booklet

THE VEGGIE POTLUCK DINNER at 7:45PM is BACK!!

Celebrate Shabes (Shabbat) JOY in-person in our sanctuary. The participatory klezmer Shabes service from 6:30-7:40 PM can be danced to and includes prayers from Kabbalat Shabbat and the Ma’ariv services. We will also observe the candle lighting/blessing, Kaddish Yatom, Mi Shebeirach, Kiddush and Hamotzee. The service will be followed by a Vegetarian Potluck dinner at 7:45pm and recreational Jewish dancing to a live klezmer music jam from 8:20-9 PM. Everyone is welcome to all or any part of the evening’s events.

For more information, contact Cantor Beth Cohen: cohenedmunds@netzero.net

Meeting ID: 282 164 5784
No Passcode Required

Have you wondered why we call organized prayer, “services”? We gather together in sacred space to “serve,” to do sacred work with and for each other.

The Shabbat morning “service” is not a random collection of prayers. It is a journey taking us both out of ourselves and into ourselves. Through prayer, chant, song, movement, and meditation, we will travel the path of the Jewish mystics to the sacred heart of Shabbat.

Queer Shabbat is a monthly ritual space for reflection, connection, grounding in the sacred cycles of Jewish time. This is a space for self-identified Queer Jews and their loved ones to gather. We will be hosting hybrid Queer Shabbat OUTDOOR IN-PERSON and also on ZOOM. We are meeting in the Courtyard (weather permitting) or in the Cheder Room if rainy. Please come masked! Whether you are attending virtually or in person, you're invited to bring: songs, poetry, movement, creative activities, and meditations from your heart. Bring (vegetarian) food to eat yourself or to share while we chat after the service (some people may choose to unmask in order to eat together). Ritual items and challah welcome.

For any questions and zoom link, please contact queershabbatnahalatshalom@gmail.com

ZOOM ONLY THIS MONTH!

Meeting ID: 678 535 8841
Passcode: letsmeet

PDF Chant Sheet
The service will be contemplative as we take time to enter the liturgy through chant, then pause in the silence long enough to allow for an unfolding of possibilities and to develop the skillful practice that allows for Shabbat consciousness to flourish.

PDF of Der Freylekher Shabes Prayer Booklet

THE VEGGIE POTLUCK DINNER at 7:45PM is BACK!!

Celebrate Shabes (Shabbat) JOY in-person in our sanctuary. The participatory klezmer Shabes service from 6:30-7:40 PM can be danced to and includes prayers from Kabbalat Shabbat and the Ma’ariv services. We will also observe the candle lighting/blessing, Kaddish Yatom, Mi Shebeirach, Kiddush and Hamotzee. The service will be followed by a Vegetarian Potluck dinner at 7:45 PM and recreational Jewish dancing to a live klezmer music jam 8:20-9:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to all or any part of the evening’s events.

For more information, contact Cantor Beth Cohen: cohenedmunds@netzero.net

Meeting ID: 282 164 5784
No Passcode Required

Have you wondered why we call organized prayer “services”? We gather together in sacred space to “serve,” to do sacred work with and for each other.

The Shabbat morning “service” is not a random collection of prayers. It is a journey taking us both out of ourselves and into ourselves. Through prayer, chant, song, movement, and meditation, we will travel the path of the Jewish mystics to the sacred heart of Shabbat.