HaShavua – SWF Weekly Newsletter

🌟 Spotlight on Two Emerging Programs 

We’re thrilled to share two exciting initiatives from Shabbat with Friends, both recently awarded grants. They are highlighted in this week’s HaShavua 

• Nigun Song Circle 

 Funded by Hadar Community Groups, this program draws on the Hadar Institute’s rich resources to teach nigunim (wordless melodies), liturgical songs, Sabbath table songs, and original compositions. These melodies come alive at our Musical Shabbat Gatherings. 

 👉 Learn more about Hadar Institute.  Home | Hadar Institute 

🕯️ Taste of Shabbat & Hanukkah Gathering 

Through a generous grant from National Center to Encourage Judaism (NCEJ) we are having our second Taste of Shabbat (and Hanukkah) Gathering on Saturday evening, December 15^th. The Taste of Shabbat gatherings are built around a delicious catered meal with a special feature: live commentary on the origins and meaning of rituals, songs, and traditions.  In a time of distracting screens, The Taste of Shabbat rediscovers the relevance of the lost arts of face-to-face encounter, breaking bread together and table fellowship.  Experience authentic Jewish spirituality, hospitality, and thanksgiving.   

This event is perfect for sharing with family and friends of all faiths and cultures. 

✍️ SWF Blog Updates 

We are resuming posting my posts on the SWF blog. I encourage comments and thoughts either on the site or made directly to me at dov@shabbatwithfriends.org 

🙏 Special Thanks 

In this season of gratitude, we honor Maria Lecerio, our amazing virtual assistant. For over almost two years, Maria has provided invaluable marketing, website, and messaging support from the Philippines. Her work behind the scenes keeps SWF thriving. 

 maria@shabbatwithfriends.org  

 Thank you, Maria!