Suri Krieger, Rabbi and Spiritual Leader
Our SHABBAT SERVICES, held throughout the year on the average of twice monthly, are creatively filled with prayer, song, storytelling, dance and meditation. Unless otherwise noted, all of our
services, will be held in our spiritual home at First Parish in Waltham, 50 Church St. Waltham. Directions to First Parish in Waltham can be
found HERE.
November 2018
December 2018
February 2019
March 2019
April 2019
May 2019
June 2019
On-going Programs:
To learn more about Rabbi Suri, and other B'nai Or leaders, click HERE.
Each month is filled with many other opportunities to gather in community. Consult
our calendar for other services, programs or events.
Friday, November 2, 7:00-8:30 PM. Standing with Pittsburgh: Special Shabbat Gathering. Join the B'nai Or community as Rabbi Suri leads the group in music and meditation as
we remember our brothers and sisters from the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. We will be meeting in the Chapel at First Parish in Waltham, 50 Church St., Waltham.
Friday, November 9, 7:30 PM. Kabbalat Shabbat Service (Parshat Toldot) led by Rabbi Suri. Host Tribe: Nonami. FPW-Whitcomb.
Saturday, November 17, 10:00 AM. Shabbat Morning Service of Gratitude followed by a Brunch & Learn. The morning service will be co-led by Rabbi Suri and Deborah Goldman. Deborah will be
facilitating the Brunch & Learn Soul Collage of Gratitude activity. Please bring your lunch and plan to stay. Drinks will be provided. Location First Parish in Waltham - Chapel/Harrington.
Friday, November 30, 7:30 PM. Pre-Hanukkah Kabbalat Shabbat Service (Parashat Vayeshev) led by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
December 7-9. Various times. Hanukkah Tribes' Gatherings at various locations.
Saturday, December 15, 10:00 AM. Shabbat Morning Service led by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
January 2019
Friday, Jan. 11, 7:30 PM. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Suri. Host Tribe: Rainbow River. FPW-Whitcomb.
Sunday, Jan. 20, 6:00 PM. Tu b'Shevat Potluck Supper & Seder facilitated by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
Saturday, Jan. 26, 10:00 AM. Shabbat Morning Service led by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
Friday, Feb. 8, 7:30 PM. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Suri. Host Tribe: Shabbat. FPW-Whitcomb.
Saturday, Feb. 23, 10:00 AM. Shabbat Morning Service led by Rabbi Suri. FPW - FPW-Whitcomb.
Friday, Mar. 8, 7:30 PM. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Suri. Host Tribe: Hinenu. FPW-Whitcomb.
Friday, Mar. 22, 7:30 PM. Shushan Purim Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
Saturday, April 6, 10:00 AM. Shabbat Morning Service led by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
April 12-14. Tribes' Spring Gatherings. Watch for details from your Tribe coordinator.
Saturday, Apr. 20, 5-9 PM. Passover Community 2nd Seder facilitated by Rabbi Suri. SAVE THE DATE and WATCH FOR DETAILS!
Fri-Sun., May 10-12. Annual Community Retreat led by Rabbi Dr. Laura Duhan-Kaplan and Dr. Charles Kaplan. Red Jacket Beach Resort on Cape Cod. Registration is
NOW OPEN. To register, please click HERE.
Saturday, May 25, 10:00 AM. Shabbat Morning Service led by Rabbi Suri. FPW-Whitcomb.
Friday, May 31, 7:00 PM. Annual Shabbat in Nature Service (weather permitting) led by Rabbi Suri. Keep an eye on the sky, and check back HERE as the date gets closer. This service
will be held at a nearby park or conservation area, if the weather permits. If not, the service will be held at FPW-Whitcomb. Host Tribe: Roots.
Saturday, June 8, 7:00 PM. Shavuot Evening of Learning led by various leaders and teachers within the B'nai Or community. Check back for information.
Friday, June 21, 7:30 PM. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbinic Pastor, Shayndel Kahn. FPW-Whitcomb.
Annual Community Retreat/ Tribes/
Tikkun Olam Upcoming Events/ Chanting