A four-week creative spiritual journey!

Every Thursday, August 28 - September 18

August 28 - The Gate of Awakening: Elul as a Threshold to the Soul
September 4 - The Gate of Tears: Honoring What We Carry
September 11 - The Gate of Justice and Repair: Opening Outward
September 18 - The Gate of Return: Releasing What Binds, Returning to What Matters

Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm PT / 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ET

Cost: $120 (sliding scale)

Join us on a four-week creative spiritual journey through the Hebrew month of Elul in preparation for the Jewish High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. During this season we open our hearts to embrace the new and shed the old, awakening our spirits as we transform and draw closer to the Divine. Together we'll journey through four metaphorical gates—from awakening to release—each one inviting us to pause, reflect, and create as we prepare ourselves for the turning of the year. Drawing on powerful images from Jewish text and tradition, we’ll explore how the gates of awakening, tears, justice, and return can soften and open us to transformation.

During these weekly 90-minute, virtual sessions we will engage in the Jewish Studio Process, a unique methodology that builds creative capacity by combining art therapy practices with a reimagined approach to Jewish learning. This series will be facilitated by Rabbi Adam Lavitt.

Rabbi Adam Lavitt (he/they) is a spiritual companion, educator, and creative facilitator committed to helping people connect with their inner wisdom and explore what matters most. Drawing from his background in pastoral care, education, and chaplaincy, Adam creates transformative spaces where people can deepen their connection to themselves, each other, and Jewish tradition. Adam has served as a spiritual leader in congregations, college campuses, and healthcare settings. Ordained at Hebrew College, where he earned a Master’s in Jewish Education and the school’s first certificate in Pastoral Care, Adam also completed training as a Spiritual Director and became a Board Certified Chaplain (BCC). An alumnus of CLAL’s Rabbis Without Borders Fellowship and the JOIN for Justice Clergy Fellowship, Adam now works with the Jewish Studio Project, guiding educators, spiritual leaders, and seekers in integrating creativity and spirituality as pathways for growth and discovery. You can reach him at alavitt@jewishstudioproject.org.

This series is offered in partnership with Tamid of Hebrew College.

Tamid of Hebrew College: Jewish learning and exploration for your mind, body, heart and soul. The Hebrew word “Tamid”, which can be translated as “continuous” or “eternal”, links us to our past, honors our present, and connects us to the future. We believe in a continual process of growth and learning and are excited to offer our current and future learners a wide array of courses and experiences — from course offerings on a wide range of topics to Hebrew language, travel experiences, and our signature Me’ah Classic program — to expand their thinking, build connection to Jewish tradition and the Jewish people, and nourish their souls.

REGISTER BY: 4pm Wednesday, August 27th

These weekly virtual sessions run from Thursday, August 28 to Thursday September 18. This program is $120, with sliding scale options, and will take place on Zoom with closed captions.

Please note that the beginning of all sessions will be recorded and posted on the series landing page for those who may not be able to make all of the sessions.

A Note About Fees:

The participation fee for this series is $120. Our goal is to never turn anyone away for lack of funds so please choose the price from our sliding scale that best meets your needs. If you you need additional assistance beyond what is listed please contact Candace Goodwin at cgoodwin@jewishstudioproject.org.

If we don’t have at least 10 people registered one week before the class, it will be canceled and all registrants will receive a full refund.

Refund Policy:

No refunds will be made after sessions have begun. If you need to cancel due to extenuating family or life circumstances, please be in touch with Candace to discussion options.

Learn more about Jewish Studio Project!

Contact the host of Creating with the Seasons: Elul Series with Rabbi Adam Lavitt