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Kvell at the Well Lecture Series 2024-25

Rabbi Elyse Goldstein: Open Doors, Open Hearts: How Women Have Enriched Judaism and Changed the World, December 8, 11 am

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Rabbi Elyse Goldstein is a trailblazer and visionary in the Jewish community. In her presentation, “Open Doors, Open Hearts: How Women Have Enriched Judaism and Changed the World,” Rabbi Goldstein will delve into the transformative impact of women’s evolving roles within Judaism.

As one of the first female Reform Rabbi in Canada and the recently retired spiritual leader of City Shul in downtown Toronto, Rabbi Goldstein brings a wealth of experience and wisdom. She will explore how women’s leadership, scholarship, feminism, and inclusivity have not only enriched the Jewish community but also reshaped it for the better. Drawing from her own pioneering journey, Rabbi Goldstein will discuss the dramatic changes in women’s roles within Judaism and share her hopes and dreams for the future.

Rabbi Goldstein’s contributions to Jewish education and activism are widely recognized. She founded Kolel: The Adult Centre for Liberal Jewish Learning, a globally acknowledged institution in Jewish adult education. An award-winning educator, prolific writer, and community activist, Rabbi Goldstein has lectured across North America, Israel, and Great Britain. Her writings, including “ReVisions: Seeing Torah through a Feminist Lens,” and “The Women’s Torah Commentary,” have made significant contributions to Jewish feminist thought.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Rabbi Elyse Goldstein, whose dynamic leadership and visionary perspectives continue to inspire and shape the Jewish world.

To view Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch’s Talk on November 3, “Just For This Moment: Stepping Up to Lead,” please visit this link.

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Welcome to Kolot Mayim – Vancouver Island’s Reform Temple

“KM is a home away from home, a wonderful place filled with warmth and community every single service. Rabbi Lynn is a deeply knowledgeable and welcoming Rabbi with lots to offer her congregation! I feel lucky to be a part of the community 🙂 ” Mimi B.

Kolot Mayim welcomes all Jewish people, their family members, and anyone interested in Jewish culture, practice, spirituality and community. We are an inclusive, warm and welcoming congregation; deeply committed to the Reform Movement’s 1999 platform which states:

“Our doors are open to people of all ages, to varied kinds of families, to all regardless of their sexual orientation, to gerim (those who have converted to Judaism) and to all individuals and families, including the intermarried who strive to create a Jewish home.”

With the values of the Reform Movement as our inspiration, Kolot Mayim has become the spiritual home to families and individuals. There are no barriers for anyone regardless of their level of Jewish knowledge, observance or practice.  Kolot Mayim fully supports the right of Israel to exist as a nation state. We trust that when you join us, you too will feel at home.  Our weekly services, High Holy Days, and special events are held at the Jewish Community Centre of Victoria (JCC), 3636 Shelbourne Street, Victoria, B.C., Canada.

We invite you to connect with us online or in person, and look forward to meeting you! 

For more information call 250-704-2503 or email:km@kolotmayimreformtemple.com

Kolot Mayim Reform Temple is a beneficiary of the United Jewish Appeal campaign of the Jewish Federation of Victoria and Vancouver Island. We encourage our members to support this annual campaign.

 

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