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Kavod V'Nichum Chevra Kadisha Conference--Lexington, Mass


  • Temple Emunah 9 Piper Road Lexington, MA 02421 (map)

Summoning the Angels-- Songs and a Blessing for the Transition

Come learn some songs to chant, and a ritual for bringing the angels to help us comfort the dying. We will use song pages illuminated with Rabbi Me'irah's artwork. 


Eight Values Expressed at the End of Life 

The Jewish approach to death & dying is not only a chronological series of events, but also a reflection of Jewish values. Come see this alternative way of teaching the final phase of the life cycle using Rabbi Joshua Elkin’s “Eight Values” together with Rabbi Me’irah’s illustrations The slideshow will be available for participants to take to their communities. 


Blessing of the Hands: Taharah Closing Ritual

 Together we will experience this one minute simple but powerful closing ritual that enhances courage, bonding and appreciation.

 

Earlier Event: May 19
Lunch & Learn with Angels!
Later Event: October 30
Dying to Know--Peninsula JCC