Conversations on Race in Our Commonwealth
Virginia has a special place in the story of American racism. In May 2019, Rabbi Holzman went on a clergy pilgrimage across the Commonwealth to encounter people and places that tell this story. How can our location help us grow as citizens and human beings, as we explore this difficult topic?
Sundaes on Sunday: Welcome Back Ice Cream Social
Mix and mingle with our new and returning NVHC families at this last summer celebration. We'll have ice cream, chances to catch up and meet new people, and even a bounce house! Welcome back for another exciting year of Jewish education at NVHC! (this event is open to everyone: Preschool families, religious school families, families […]
Great Texts of America Shabbat Sustenance
In this month's Great Texts of America, we will discuss Ursula K Le Guin's short story "The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas." We look at this thought-provoking and tragic story through the lens of current events and modern culture, and study it using the same skills and devices we use to study Torah. Click here to […]
Selichot Havdalah and a Movie
Join us to welcome the Days of Awe with a topical film, dessert, and worship service. 7:30 pm – Film: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? 9:00 pm – Discussion and dessert 9:30 pm – Selichot service. At the end of the service, we will welcome the Days of Awe and dress our Torah scrolls in […]