Shabbaton 2024
The Jews of Color Mishpacha Project presents:
We Are Family: JOCSM In-person Shabbaton
at Pearlstone Retreat Center, July 12-14, 2024
Hey JOCSM Family!
You are cordially invited to the beautiful Pearlstone campus for a weekend of connection, rest and release! We welcome Jews who are People of Color, Sephardic, and Mizrahi of every age, gender, orientation and denomination, their families and allies. Come participate in JOC-led learning, prayer and ritual, spirited singing, to connect with nature — and of course to enjoy nourishing kosher farm-to-table meals. Programming is available for families with children, youth, and adults, including diverse prayer options and varied affinity spaces!
More details to follow. Click below to complete the interest form to be among the first to know when registration opens!
Testimonials from Shabbaton participants:
"The most powerful moment for me was being able to connect with other people who were so connected to their identities, but were also still struggling with them. Realizing that I could take control and charge of my identity without apologizing for not being "blank" enough or not fitting into a direct label. It was so heartwarming and lovely to be accepted for my full identity where in other places I may have had to hold some parts at the door."
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"As a child, I would search every Jewish movie, book and paper for ANY signs of Jews who looked like me. Who would’ve thought that three+ decades later, radiant Jewish faces of color would be on my screen, in my heart and home worshipping with me? It’s overwhelming really to see so many beautiful JOC together. So grateful."
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"All five workshops I attended were excellent, substantive, and well-facilitated. I benefited from listening to many different perspectives and experiences, and feel motivated to work harder to share what I have learned and bring about positive change, starting in my own synagogue community."
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"What a wonderful experience! Overall the atmosphere of the entire event was warm and welcoming for all of our family. My son, who is a pre-teen JOC, wanted to be part of the weekend and stayed connected throughout. Thank you!"
We welcome our POC family members and our white accomplices and allies to join in the annual homecoming!
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