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Congregant Gatherings

As a large congregation, we recognize the importance of small group connection and we create many opportunities for learning, socializing, and enjoying local culture together. These gatherings generally occur in the evening hours or on weekends.

For weekday gatherings at the temple, check out these opportunities.

| Interfaith Group | Men’s Group | The Tribe for Men | Women’s Group | Tribe for Women

Interfaith Group

What Emanu-El Means When Using the Term “Interfaith”

When Emanu-El says “interfaith” in the context of “interfaith couple” or “interfaith family” or “people in interfaith relationships,” we’re inclusive of both immediate and extended families – interfaith couples where one person is Jewish and one is not, couples that include converts to Judaism who still have non-Jewish relatives, people with one Jewish parent, parents of intermarried children, grandparents of children being raised by intermarried parents, etc.

Interfaith families may include those who identify their family as Jewish, as more than one religion, as a “faithist” couple – one that tries to connect two partners’ point’s of view, one Jewish with a belief in a higher power and the other, an atheist looking at different interpretations and connections to Jewish traditions and custom, or who are unsure of how they identify. Our goal is to meet these families where they are and facilitate deeper connection to Jewish life. In addition, we recommend interfaithfamily.com as a valuable resource.

Interested in learning more about Judaism? Take a look at Introduction to Judaism.

Upcoming Interfaith Group Events:

Check back soon for the next upcoming Interfaith event!

Men’s Group

Men’s Group events are congregant-only and require registration.

Men of Congregation Emanu-El have a monthly opportunity to socialize and study with a member of the clergy at a private home. This cross-generational group provides a small group experience so important to building community. All events are 9:30 – 11:30 am unless otherwise noted. Men’s Group events are congregant only and require registration.

Thanks to a donation from a member of the Men’s Group, the majority of gatherings are now offered for free.

We are on “summer break” and look forward to reconnecting with you this fall! Questions? Contact Rebecca Reiner

  The Tribe for Men

An active and committed group of dads of Congregation Emanu-El ages 30-50, with children ages 0-12, who regularly come together in meaningful ways to have fun and form real relationship through deep connections and intimate community. Tribe for Men events are congregant only and require registration.

The Tribe for Men welcomes all fathers who fit the criteria above, regardless of gender and/or sexual identity.

Upcoming Tribe for Men Events:

The Tribe for Men’s Summer Bar Night

Thursday, July 19
The Richmond Republic Draught House
7pm – 10pm

Happy Summer! Let’s get together for a no host Tribe Bar Night – good beers and food at The Richmond Republic Draught House on Thursday, July 19 from 7pm – 10pm.
It will be fun to catch up and schmooze about the World Cup, baseball, and summer plans.

Register Now!

The Tribe’s Annual Summer Camping Trip

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Friday, August 17 – Sunday, August 19
Bort Meadow, Anthony Chabot Park
Cost: Early Bird Special: $110/family, ends July 2, 2018.
Starting July 3, 2018: $136/family

Join the Tribe’s fourth annual camping trip!

Rabbi Bauer and Cantor Luck welcome you to our annual tribe camping trip where our Emanu-El kids (3+ recommended) enjoy nature with one another and their dads.*

This summer our queso, guitar playing, s’more making extravaganza will take place from August 17 – August 19 and we will be camping at Anthony Chabot Park, in Bort Meadow. 

Prices listed are per family. All meals are included. More information regarding packing and a weekend itinerary to come after registration.

If you are coming for just one night, we recommend you come early Saturday morning so you can enjoy the day’s activities.

*Single mothers and female same-sex couples, your child is of course welcome! Please contact Rabbi Bauer or Cantor Luck to discuss how your child’s participation will work best for your family.

Register now.

Women’s Group

The Congregation Emanu-El Women’s Group offers a wide variety of diverse programs, spanning all demographics of the temple.

We are on “summer break” and look forward to reconnecting with you this fall! Questions? Contact Rachel Schonwetter.

The Tribe for Women

The Tribe for Women is a group of Congregation Emanu-El mothers of children, birth through 18 years old. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

 We are on “summer break” and look forward to reconnecting with you this fall! Questions? Contact Rachel Schonwetter.