The Shalom Center is leaning tender-heartedly into the notion that our work is about receiving the nourishment that is Arthur’s legacy, and transforming it into new growth, new life, and new possibilities. We hope you’ll join us in doing just that. More: theshalomcenter.org/shalomreport...

We are writing to share the news that Reb Arthur Waskow z"l died peacefully this morning, Monday, October 20. Just days after celebrating his 92nd birthday, Arthur left his body this morning with ease. You can read Arthur’s full obituary at: theshalomcenter.org/shalomreport...

A note from Rabbi Nate about Reb Arthur, and an invitation for today, Sunday October 12 -- Arthur's birthday! See images (6 images in two posts) for full message Event registration at theshalomcenter.org/92books Post 1 of 2

Today before sunset, before we begin Jewish year 5786, a thank you for your ongoing support, and an opportunity to join us for two exciting new programs! Read all about it here: theshalomcenter.org/shalomreport...

The Shalom Center is making Reb Arthur’s two newest books available for preorder and celebrating his 92nd birthday by hosting a books launch birthday party on October 12th. Find everything you need to know to register for the program and preorder the books at theshalomcenter.org/92books

This Tisha B’Av, we’re not just mourning the past. We’re rising to protect the future. Join Jews from your state for Jewish Earth Alliance’s Pre-Tisha B’Av Virtual Lobby Day for Climate Solutions on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. 💻 Participate online from wherever you are. Register: bit.ly/9avlobby

Thrive, the Jewish Coalition to Protect Trans and LGBQ+ Youth, is excited to announce a new event this Pride: Trans Pride Shabbat. Full info and all the resources here from @keshetlgbtqjews.bsky.social! 👇 www.keshetonline.org/trans-pride-...

• Introducing Cohort א! • As bombs fly and the world continues to spiral, we are sending deep care to each of you. It feels a bit disorienting to share great news in this moment, and yet we know how important it is to celebrate & uplift the places where deep wholeness & possibility is percolating.→

The Shalom Center’s Rabbi Nate DeGroot and several other Shalom Center clergy were among the 550+ Jewish clergy who signed this HIAS letter. To quote “When law becomes a source of abuse rather than of justice, it ceases to fulfill its intended purpose.” Read the letter at hias.org

In 1969, Arthur Waskow wrote and helped organize the original Freedom Seder, and in so doing, transformed American Judaism forever. Read today's Shalom Report, with links to text (and footage!) of the original Freedom Seder, as well as texts of newer Freedom Seder editions, at bit.ly/WaskowSeder

Reb Arthur has said “My greatest dream is for The Shalom Center to continue to thrive into the future.” Join us on 4/16 for an event to launch the Reb Arthur Waskow Legacy Fund, raising $500,000 to ensure his legacy lives on for generations. Learn more and register: theshalomcenter.org/legacyfund

As we turn our attention to Passover, we are pleased to share this piece from JLiving magazine by Casey J. Adler, in which he revisits the 1969 Freedom Seder and also talks with R' Arthur about pharaohs and plagues, both ancient and present-day. jlivingmedia.com/the-freedon-...

Join The Shalom Center and ALEPH for Renewing Judaism, a 3-part webinar series featuring three generations of key practitioners reflecting on the past, present, and future of Judaism’s renewal. Full details and registration at theshalomcenter.org/renewing-jud...

Join Rabbi Nate's course at Kallah this summer - Towards a Jewish Post-Activism: Reimagining Jewish Holidays as Portals for Public Prophetic Action. Explore the contours of post-activism and consider post-activism’s implications for Judaism and Jewish activism. Learn more: aleph.org/kallah

We take heart in seeing that The Shalom Center's Chapter 9 Project (link in comments) continues to resonate a year after its launch. forward.com/opinion/7018...

Jumping the track: When one thing seems certain, when destiny seems like settled fact, and then all of a sudden facts give way to something totally new and unpredictable - unsettled potential. Intrigued? Read more in today's Shalom Report: theshalomcenter.org/shalomreport...

Have you ever wondered why Trump and Bibi are pals? Are you confused why there were Israeli flags next to Camp Auschwitz sweatshirts at the January 6th insurrection? Do you know what the 7 Mountains are? Curious what happens at pro-life Jesus Camp? Yes? The Shalom Center has the webinar for you! ⬇️

On this anniversary date of Bloody Sunday, we are proud and glad to say we are an organizational cosponsor of this event. Follow @ncjw.bsky.social to stay updated on what’s going on this weekend!

TOMORROW! Register now -- Peter Beinart and more A New Jewish Story (and why it’s so desperately needed) Featuring: Peter Beinart, Devon Spier, Rabbi Tamara Cohen, Graie Hagans, & Rabbi Nate DeGroot Thursday, March 6, 2025, 7pm ET Learn more & register: theshalomcenter.org/events/new-jewish-story

THIS THURS 3/6! — Panelists will unpack the stories we’ve inherited, reckon with harm they may cause, and dream about new Jewish stories we might tell going forward, for a world that desperately calls us to see that we are all in this together. More: theshalomcenter.org/events/new-jewish-story

UPCOMING! Thurs 3/6 — Panelists will unpack the stories we’ve inherited, reckon with harm they may cause, and dream about new Jewish stories we might tell going forward, for a world that desperately calls us to see that we are all in this together. More: theshalomcenter.org/events/new-jewish-story

On Refugee Shabbat (2/283/1) global Jewish communities dedicate a Shabbat to learning, reflection, and action in support of refugees & asylum seekers. Plan a full community event or simply add a moment of awareness to your Shabbat — tons of resources to support you here: hias.org/refugee-shabbat

Congratulations to all who participated with Jewish Earth Alliance in Tu Bishvat Virtual Lobby Day last week! 400+ Jews in 42 Senate meetings (26 states), raising a powerful Jewish voice to the US Senate, reminding legislators that climate change is a moral challenge that requires them to act.

It’s almost time for #ReproShabbat! The Shalom Center is excited to partner with @ncjw.bsky.social for this nationwide event celebrating the critical importance of reproductive freedom and Judaism’s teachings about reproductive health, rights, and access. Learn more and join us! ReproShabbat.org.

As anti-trans rhetoric and policies escalate, Jewish tradition calls us to respond with courage and compassion. Join @keshetlgbtqjews.bsky.social‬ & The Shalom Center on Wed 2/19 for an empowering evening of learning and action to affirm trans dignity. More: www.keshetonline.org/event/2-19-j...

Jewish People Say No to Ethnic Cleansing (Yesterday’s New York Times) Our Director, Rabbi Nate DeGroot, was honored to sign this, alongside public figures and many other Jewish clergy, including many Shalom Center Board and Advisory Council members. Coverage from The Guardian and more info below

Join us tonight as we take part in the virtual launch rally for Jewish Youth Climate Movement’s Underwrite Earth Campaign! Register --> bit.ly/JYCM-CampaignLaunch

We stand with other Jewish leaders in renewing and intensifying the call to withdraw spending & engagement from X. The worsening of antisemitism and hate speech on X and drastic growth in power of Musk, with his dangerous role in US govt, imperils Jews and other vulnerable communities. xouthate.org

We joined 87 Jewish organizations in opposing mass deportations, detention camps, and raids. Our history and values make immigration a personal issue. A democracy that isn’t safe for all isn’t safe for Jews. . . Read the full letter: bit.ly/JewishOrgsDe...

We are glad to be among the organizations decrying the hateful and toxic discourse of X and of its owner in this joint statement. While we disengaged from X some time ago, hope that many more organizations, not only Jewish and faith organizations, are encouraged by it to do the same.

The Shalom Center decries the hateful and toxic discourse of X and of its owner. While we disengaged from X some time ago, we stand fully with our joint statement and action, and hope that many more organizations, not only Jewish and faith organizations, are encouraged by it to do the same.

Last week, our still-new Director, Rabbi Nate DeGroot, was invited by @michiganunited.bsky.social to join in what he called a “deeply soul-stirring and spirit-giving.” program memorializing democracy and honoring the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. Watch Rabbi Nate's remarks: bit.ly/3PXIMCI

As we head into Shabbat, we're thrilled to uplift Shalom Center board member, Yehudah Webster, and this incredible project that he's organized. www.thejc.com/news/world/m...

REMINDER! Join The Shalom Center THIS THURS 1/16 for a live webinar with Dr. Susannah Heschel, in honor of her father, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, on his 52nd yahrzeit (18 tevet, 1/18/25). Learn more, download the specially-created companion reader, and register: theshalomcenter.org/heschel

Join The Shalom Center on Thurs, 1/16 for a live webinar with Dr.  Susannah Heschel, in honor of her father, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, on his 52nd yahrzeit (18 tevet, 1/18/25).  Learn more, download the specially-created companion reader, and register: theshalomcenter.org/heschel

"If through God’s ears the prophet hears the 'silent sigh' of humanity, like Rabbi Heschel writes, how much more so the screams of anguish rising like plumes of smoke and licking flames?" — Rabbi Nate DeGroot in our 1/9/25 Shalom Report Read it here: theshalomcenter.org/shalomreport...