Adina Allen - "The memories of what has been open into grief at what you are leaving behind, which is never separate from the glimmer of anticipation for what the future holds. But for now, you sit in the discomfort of being in between..."
In this poignant reflection, Bishop Gene Robinson speaks about the importance of Psalm 27 in his journey as the first openly gay and partnered priest to be elected bishop in historic Christianity.
Rabbi Hanna Tiferet Siegel- "Psalm 27 is recited throughout the High Holy Day period, from the beginning of the New Moon of Elul/Virgo until the end of Sukkot/the Harvest Festival. The last verse of the psalm is a statement of faith and action..."
Leslie F. Brandt- "It is possible to know and experience God's love in this uncertain, tumultuous existence. Take courage, step out in faith, scorn the consequences, and let God have His way with you..."
Rabbi Ed Feld- "There are times when we are sure of ourselves, and then questions arise, our sense of confidence deserts us. The questions which we never truly faced before overwhelm us and after, we are left to try to pick up the pieces..."
Rabbi Aubrey Glazer- "'Hallelujah,' written by Montréal’s iconic poet and singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, has become for many a post-modern psalm. Why? What is it about this contemporary classic that gives it the power of a canonical prayer?..."
PsalmSeason hosted an online interactive exploration with a group of esteemed community leaders and ritual-makers on the role of sacred practices in this time of upheaval. Panelists included: Acharya Judith Simmer-Brown, Rev. Dr. Leslie Callahan, Casper ter Kuile, Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, and moderator Rabbi Or Rose. Watch the video
Poetry in Times of Peril: Four Women's Voices
Watch the recording of our evening of poetry with visionary guests Alondra Bobadilla, Marilyn Nelson, Alicia Ostriker, Alicia Jo Rabins, and moderator Judith Rosenbaum (or share it with your friends!). The poem titles and links to the texts are all included in the video description on YouTube. Watch the video
PsalmSeason Concert
In case you missed the launch concert, the full video is available for streaming anytime on YouTube. Watch Sweet Honey in the Rock (pictured, left), David Broza (pictured, right), and 16 other talented artsists. Enjoy and feel free to share! Watch the video
The Miller Center for Interreligious Learning & Leadership of Hebrew College
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