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Weekly News & Updates
August 11, 2022 - 14 Av 5782
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Know therefore this day and keep in mind that Adonai alone is God in heaven above and on earth below; there is no other.

Deuteronomy 4:39
Meghan Silten
Sorcha NicCuilinn
Síle Ekaterin Liszka
Upcoming Services & Events
Special Tu B'Av Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, August 12, 8 pm

Join Rabbi Jillian Cameron and Cantor Juval Porat to welcome Shabbat together through soulful song, prayer, creative teachings, and communal connection. Meet our guest Speaker Mirit Sulema and learn about her work with Dror Israel - an organization dedicated to a just and equal Israel. Click here to register for in-person attendance!
BCC in Your Neighborhood: Pasadena Pool Party
Sunday, August 14, 2 pm

Although BCC is not a typical neighborhood synagogue, we can come together regionally to give you a chance to meet those BCC-ers who live near you or to hang with BCC friends in their hood. If you’re ever in need of a cup of sugar or looking to have a Shabbat dinner, want to carpool to BCC, or just want to feel a community connection, join us and meet your neighbors - near and far! First up: a community pool party at a private residence in Pasadena.
BCC Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, August 17, 12 pm

On the third Wednesday of the month, join BCC members and friends on Zoom for casual and engaging conversations. Bring your own lunch. Have an idea for a speaker or want to share your passion with the community? Let us know by emailing [email protected]!

This month, Erez Bialer will discuss Pan Homo Art Gallery in Tel Aviv. "Pan Homo Art Gallery is the first (and only) homosexual art gallery in the Middle East, based in Tel Aviv, and its sole purpose is to present, sell and spread-out contemporary gay art, and to bring forth the best gay artists to date, with an emphasis on male body art."
BCC Out And About
Wednesday, August 17, 8 pm

BCC’s monthly event in which we visit an LGBTQIA+ and/or Jewish relevant event in the Los Angeles area! In August, experience queer Comedy at the Ha Ha Comedy Club with BCC's clergy and friends! Join Percy Rustomji (ABC, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Paula Abdul tour) and his lineup of queer comics of color for a night of queer comic delight! Use PERCY as a promo code at checkout for a 50% discount.
Save the Date
Shabbat Morning Minyan
Saturday, August 20, 10 am

BCC's Monthly Shabbat Morning Minyan continues in a most nontraditional way—Hybrid! Both in-person and by Zoom. All BCC members and friends are invited to join in this service, which features rousing melodies, Torah reading, and uplifting prayers for healing and consolation in a warm, welcoming setting. Click here to register for Zoom!
Trans Havurah Hangout
Sunday, August 21, 1 pm

Na'avor (let's cross), BCC's trans Havurah, invites you to join our monthly Zoom hangout. We welcome people who are trans, nonbinary, genderqueer, GNC, intersex, and allies. Join us to catch up and schmooze! Contact [email protected] if you need more information! Click here to register for Zoom!
There is more!
Announcements
Image of a choir director in front of singers whilst musical notes surround them. Text overlaid reads: Choir Rehearsals
If singing is your passion, you're invited to join the BCC choir as we prepare for the Days of Awe! We meet on Mondays, 7pm at BCC. If you're interested, have questions and want to learn more about all upcoming rehearsal dates, please contact Cantor Juval at [email protected] for additional info. Be a part of the annual beautiful BCC service experience through song and harmony!
Exploring Judaism 201: Summer School
Sunday 8/21, 8/28, and 9/11 at 3 - 4:30 PM

Exploring Judaism 201: Summer School with Rabbi Jillian will include the continued exploration of Jewish history and texts, philosophy and ideology, and the evolution of Judaism, as well as a dive into Jewish culture including, humor, tv and movies, art and literature. All are welcome! Click here to register for the upcoming sessions on Zoom!
Donate to Support BCC
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The World's First LGBTQIA+ Synagogue
At BCC, we are dedicated to growing and sustaining our synagogue family - virtually and in person. We are grateful to so many of you who share your time, wisdom and resources with our community.

Your continued support and generosity are critical. It allows us to ensure the breadth and depth of all we offer throughout the year, maintain our physical space, sustain our human resources and guarantee our place as a safe, progressive and vibrant LGBTQIA+ Jewish space in the Los Angeles community now and for generations to come. Thank you for your care and commitment to our beloved community.
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