God Is Here: Finding New Metaphors to Understand the Divine

Building on insights from her 2022 book, God Is Here: Reimagining the Divine, Rabbi Toba Spitzer will engage texts from Jewish tradition that move us beyond God as “Big Guy In the Sky,” and open up new paths for spiritual exploration. Whether you're comfortable with traditional God language, totally turned off, or somewhere in between, please join the conversation!

Toba Spitzer has been the spiritual leader of Congregation Dorshei Tzedek in West Newton, MA since 1997. She was the first LGBTQ leader of a national rabbinic organization, and most recently has been recognized as a "rabbinic human rights hero" by T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights. She is a meditation teacher, musician, and has a life goal of bowling in all 50 states.

Who are these classes for?

Our classes are for everyone—whether you’re brand new to the topic or have been engaging with it for years, we encourage participation from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels. Unless otherwise noted, no prior knowledge or experience is needed. Not sure if a class is for you? Email us at Learning@Lehr.haus!

Why are there tickets at different prices?

Our tickets utilize a Pay-What-You-Can model so attendees can pay a range of prices based on what they are able to pay to allow for greater accessibility. Please select the price point that feels right for you.

Can I eat during class?

While we do not serve food in the study, you are welcome to order and enjoy drinks during class and join us for a meal before or after class. We highly recommend making a reservation if you know you'll be dining with us. Visit www.lehr.haus/reservation to check availability and book a table.