Register here! Speaker Bios Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz, Founder & President, Uri L’Tzedek Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz has twice been named one of America’s Top Rabbis by Newsweek and has been named by The Forward as one of The Most Inspiring Rabbis in America as well as one of America’s 50 most influential Jews. Rabbi Yanklowitz is the author of seventeen […]
Calling all adult members of the NYC queer community who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or “Ortho-curious.” If you are interested in connecting with other individuals who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identity please join us! Members will have the opportunity to mingle and engage in peer-led discussions in a casual and confidential environment. WHAT: A […]
2-Part Series with R. Steve Greenberg Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook was a spiritual giant of the last century whose moving portrayal of the work of Teshuvah is grounded in both depth psychology and social transformation. Rav Kook's life-centered take on repentance can prepare us, especially for this unusual Yom Kippur as we consider (as individuals and as […]
Eshel Toronto & Montreal community members (i.e. LGBTQ+ folks who come from Orthodox communities)! For notifications and sign-in information, please register here. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: Third Monday of each month, 9:00 PM EST - 8:00 PM CST - 6:00 PM PST Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register here. (You only need […]
Shiurim on messages of inclusion through our Chagim, by Dr. Sunnie Espstein, Eshel's Director of the Welcoming Shuls Project. This class is free but you can make a suggested donation of $18 or sponsor the class for $120.
This group is for Orthodox Jewish parents with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender children seeking peer support. We will also discuss ways to help parents and families navigate in their communities and to become advocates for their children. FIRST WEDS OF THE MONTH! This group meets by phone conference call at 6 PM PT/8 PM […]
What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: Third Monday of each month, 9:00 PM EST - 8:00 PM CST - 6:00 PM PST Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register here. (You only need […]
Come join the Eshel Parent* Sukkah Hop! Tonight, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 7:30 PM Eastern - 4:30 PM Pacific (And all the time zones in between) Hop into each other’s Sukkah over zoom. Meet other parents for the first time; reconnect to old friends. With Special Guests: Ushpizin with Atara Lindenbaum and Dr. Asher Lindenbaum, Eshel siblings Songs […]
Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation […]
What: A confidential support group for observant/Orthodox Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ individuals who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. Where For notifications and sign-in information, please register here. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation […]
Eshel Across America Weekend (November 5-8, 2020) As we read every year in Parashat Vayera, Avraham and Sarah plant an Eshel tree near their tent to signal the welcome of strangers. It is during this weekend that we, the Eshel community, celebrate our commitment to inclusion and dialogue. Unbinding Isaac with Professor Aaron Koller Under […]
Eshel Across America Weekend (November 5-8, 2020) As we read every year in Parashat Vayera, Avraham and Sarah plant an Eshel tree near their tent to signal the welcome of strangers. It is during this weekend that we, the Eshel community, celebrate our commitment to inclusion and dialogue. Melava Malka Join Eshel for a community-wide […]
The application process is currently closed, but please feel free to fill out the form for the second round of DuSiah, which will be held in the near future! Eshel Across America Weekend (November 5-8, 2020) As we read every year in Parashat Vayera, Avraham and Sarah plant an Eshel tree near their tent to […]
What: A confidential support group for observant/Orthodox Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ individuals who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
Welcome to Eshel's Meetup! What: This virtual support group will be a space for people who identify as transgender, non-binary, and gender questioning. All shades of Orthodox including Chareidi, Modern Orthodox, Ex-Orthodox, are welcome to come and share in a safe and confidential virtual group. When: Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of […]
What: Join this anonymous phone-in support group for LGBTQ+ individuals who are unable to attend one of our in-person sessions. When: Fourth Wednesday of every month | 9:00 PM EST Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) Questions? Email info@eshelonline.org
For Thanksgiving this year, the Baltimore/DC group is planning to have a Thanksgiving get-together on November 26 at 3 PM. It will be an hour to mingle with friends, play a few fun games, and celebrate a wonderful American holiday together. We look forward to seeing you there!
Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation […]
Get ready... It is almost here....the holiday of Chanukah! We will be having a pre-Chanukah celebration with lots of shmoozing, fun, and games. We will be playing Speed Dreidl, Dreidl Scattergories, Miraculous Mad Libs, and we'll have a Battle of the Debaters: Soufganiot vs. Latkes. To bring: Your own delicious snacks and home-made goodies; 20 […]
The Eshel Parent Retreat 20/20 Vision Focus on our children, our families, our communities, ourselves Thursday - Sunday December 3-6, 2020 This year we will meet virtually, beginning on Thursday evening and continuing Motzei Shabbat and Sunday. Keynote Speaker: Rabbi Benny Lau SNEAK PREVIEW of […]
A Few Words by Rabbi Steve GreenbergJoin us this week for Chanukah Candle Lighting with Eshel-ites and allies around North America, live-streaming daily on the Eshel Facebook homepage. Also, be sure not to miss Rabbi Steve Greenbergs class on The Secrets of Chanukah! Candle-Lighting Schedule:Thursday, December 10Joshua Avishur, California*8 pm ET | 7:00 pm […]
Chanukah is like quicksilver, taking different shapes in different contexts. In this class, R. Steve Greenberg will explore two secret portrayals of the holiday: one revealed by historians and another by Hasidim; one going inward and the other shining out to the world.
Sponsored by Eshel! Hear Eshel's Executive Director, Miryam Kabakov, and Eshel President of the Board, Shlomo Askinazi, speak at the event. Register here!