Templeton Foundation Grant
We are thrilled to announce that the Institute has received a major grant from the John Templeton Foundation. The grant will support an innovative, national program to promote character development through mindfulness and tikkun middot practice in targeted Jewish communities led by Institute-trained rabbis, cantors, educators, mindfulness teachers, and community leaders.
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Slingshot 2012-2013
Congratulations to our very own Rabbi Rachel Cowan and the Wise Aging program for selection in Slingshot as one of the most innovative Jewish programs in the country!
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Cultivating Mindful Leaders
“What struck me most was not only the quality of the work being done but the depth of the impact IJS is making in the world of Reform, Conservative and Reconstructionist rabbis and cantors and, by extension, their congregations. . . . In their own quiet way, they are creating a sea change in Jewish religious practice . . .”
—Rabbi Shirley Idelson
Learning Torah Together
"A true Shabbat of the spirit -- a chance to take a breath, be amidst natural beauty, and be nourished in mind body and soul!"
— Hevraya member
Your Favorite Teachers on Video
“Returned home with a feeling that I had the ability to integrate meditation practice much more on a daily basis (at home) and with my weekly Shabbat prayer practice. I feel more like being silent than singing at services right now, and as a result my spoken prayer's are more mindful.”
—Silent retreat participant Summer 2011
Core Practice Leadership Development
“The IJS has been absolutely fundamental for my rabbinate—insight, practices and support—
I couldn’t do without it... I have had a total shift in understanding of my rabbinate.”
—Rabbi Gil Steinlauf
Meaningful. Transformative. Essential.
“This work continues to serve as a source for religious and spiritual growth for me. It is a touchstone that anchors my life. I continue to be touched by the generosity of the faculty, the spaciousness in the flow of the program and the inherent wisdom of each part of the learning.”
– Hevraya member
Revitalizing Jewish Life
"I'm looking forward to my continuing journey... carrying my ancestors' religious and cultural heritage to the next generation."
- Renee Brooks
Upcoming Events View All
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Oct05
Text Study 5773, 2012-2013 Learn More
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Apr07
Jewish Yoga for an Awakened Life: A 10 Session Intensive Learn More
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May21
Kivvun Application Form Learn More
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Jul07
Hevraya Summer Retreat: "Reimagining God' (Hevraya Members Only) Learn More
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Jul11
Yirah v’Ahavah: Awe, Love and Jewish Spiritual Practice: A Retreat with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality Learn More
Learning together
Are you looking for new ways into the Torah portion? Study with Jonathan Slater or Yael Levy this year 5773 (2012-2013)
Jonathan Slater on Birkat Avraham “Bemidbar”
What is Jewish Spiritual Practice?
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