Chai Mitzvah

Chai Mitzvah is a simple model. Like a book group, Chai Mitzvah small groups meet with beautifully designed text-based source books on Jewish topics of interest. In addition to these discussions, each person in the group commits to engage in a social action project, to identify something to learn, and to adopt or deepen a ritual or spiritual practice of their choosing. The source books are clearly laid out and accessible to those of all backgrounds and styles of practice, offering texts in Hebrew and English, from contemporary and traditional sources. There are source books for adults, teens, and families (Family Education and Grandparents and Beyond). Source book topics include Aseret: The Big Ten, Business Ethics, Grandparents and Beyond, Mussar (character development), Jewish Journeys, Rosh Chodesh, Aseret:Israel Scholars and Women of Reform Judaism ( WRJ). Our tradition tells us that a full Jewish life involves our head, heart, and hands. The Chai Mitzvah program is unique in that it is experiential – involving both communal and personal opportunities for growth – and works collaboratively with communities to deepen engagement.