Through Israeli Eyes: Reflections on Today’s Challenges
In person only
Open to members & non-members
Out of Building
Join us for an engaging evening with Yael Schweid, rabbinic student from HUC in Jerusalem, and Rabbi Naama Kelman, a trailblazer in Israeli Reform Judaism. Rabbi Kelman, a descendant of 10 generations of rabbis and the first woman to be ordained by HUC in Jerusalem, will share her unique perspective on the challenges and hopes facing Israelis today. Yael will bring her firsthand experiences from Jerusalem to the conversation.
This insightful discussion promises to shed light on the current realities of life in Israel. Space is limited, so please register in advance to secure your spot. We will send the event address to registered attendees.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from two remarkable voices shaping the future of Jewish life in Israel
About Rabbi Kelman
Rabbi Naamah Kelman is a descendent of 10 generations of rabbis, becoming the first woman to be ordained by the Hebrew Union College in Jerusalem in 1992, where she served in a number of roles until becoming Dean. She retired in July 2023. Born and raised in New York's, she has lived in Israel since 1976; where she has worked in community organizing, Jewish education, and the promotion and establishment of Reform and Pluralistic Judaism for Israelis. She will continue to support these causes and women's leadership, inter-faith initiatives and the pursuit of peace.
About Yael Schweid
Yael Schweid earned her B.A. in psychology and Jewish thought, her M.A. in psychology, and became a clinical psychologist and later a psychoanalyst. In 2000, Schweid moved to Tzur Hadassa, and has been part of efforts to create bridges between different religious congregations.
Schweid began studies for her second M.A. at Shechter Institute of Jewish Studies, majoring in Jewish Thought and Jewish History, and later joined HUC-JIR Jerusalem's Rabbinical Program. Last year she did her Rabbinic internship at Achva Bakerem congregation in Jerusalem with Rabbi Tamir Nir.
