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THIS SUNDAY
One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values
Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm

During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube channel!

Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now.  Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron.

RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
THIS SUNDAY One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube channel! Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now. Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron. RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
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"UNSPOKEN" Film Screening with Writer/Director Jeremy Borison
Saturday, January 24, 7 pm

“UNSPOKEN” is a new, award-winning feature-length film about an Orthodox teenager grappling with his own identity who discovers a love letter written to his late grandfather by another man before the Holocaust. The evening will begin with Havdalah, followed by the film, Q&A with Jeremy Borison, the film’s writer/director, and refreshments.

“Jeremy Borison’s “UNSPOKEN” is a triumph for a debut director…a brilliantly understated film” — Forward.

RSVP today at bit.ly/BCCunspoken

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #UnspokenFilm #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #FilmScreening
"UNSPOKEN" Film Screening with Writer/Director Jeremy Borison Saturday, January 24, 7 pm “UNSPOKEN” is a new, award-winning feature-length film about an Orthodox teenager grappling with his own identity who discovers a love letter written to his late grandfather by another man before the Holocaust. The evening will begin with Havdalah, followed by the film, Q&A with Jeremy Borison, the film’s writer/director, and refreshments. “Jeremy Borison’s “UNSPOKEN” is a triumph for a debut director…a brilliantly understated film” — Forward. RSVP today at bit.ly/BCCunspoken #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #UnspokenFilm #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #FilmScreening
1 day ago
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2/12
Celebrating a simcha (joyful occasion) like a birthday or anniversary? Honor your loved ones and friends by sponsoring the oneg (post-service snacks) or other aspects of Shabbat service--this includes if you are a Zoom attendee, there are virtual aspects to sponsor as well!

Sponsor at bit.ly/BCConeg

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #Oneg
Celebrating a simcha (joyful occasion) like a birthday or anniversary? Honor your loved ones and friends by sponsoring the oneg (post-service snacks) or other aspects of Shabbat service--this includes if you are a Zoom attendee, there are virtual aspects to sponsor as well! Sponsor at bit.ly/BCConeg #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #Oneg
1 day ago
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3/12
Join BCC's Rabbi Jillian Cameron every Tuesday from 7 pm - 8:30 pm on Zoom to explore the week's Torah portion through thoughtful discussion and conversation. All are welcome; friends, familiar faces, and new ones. No prior experience needed! Please note: There is a new Zoom link for Torah Study, please be sure to sign up so you can join us!

Register for the Zoom at bcc-la.org!

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TorahStudy #WeeklyTorahStudy #ZoomTorahStudy
Join BCC's Rabbi Jillian Cameron every Tuesday from 7 pm - 8:30 pm on Zoom to explore the week's Torah portion through thoughtful discussion and conversation. All are welcome; friends, familiar faces, and new ones. No prior experience needed! Please note: There is a new Zoom link for Torah Study, please be sure to sign up so you can join us! Register for the Zoom at bcc-la.org! #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TorahStudy #WeeklyTorahStudy #ZoomTorahStudy
2 days ago
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4/12
One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values
Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm

During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube channel!

Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now.  Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron.

RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube channel! Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now. Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron. RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
2 days ago
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5/12
Join Rabbi Jillian Cameron and Cantorial Soloist Raymond Zachary tonight at 7:30 pm to bring in Shabbat through soulful song, prayer, creative teachings and communal connection. This Shabbat will be a musical, Ruach Chayim service!

You can join us here on Facebook Live, the BCC website, or on Zoom. To register for the Zoom, please click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYoduuvpj0pGtKmDkXRJwIl4tpjOv5ojBDI
Join Rabbi Jillian Cameron and Cantorial Soloist Raymond Zachary tonight at 7:30 pm to bring in Shabbat through soulful song, prayer, creative teachings and communal connection. This Shabbat will be a musical, Ruach Chayim service! You can join us here on Facebook Live, the BCC website, or on Zoom. To register for the Zoom, please click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYoduuvpj0pGtKmDkXRJwIl4tpjOv5ojBDI
5 days ago
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6/12
Happy Kwanzaa from all of us at BCC to all who celebrate!

#Kwanzaa #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
Happy Kwanzaa from all of us at BCC to all who celebrate! #Kwanzaa #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
5 days ago
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7/12
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate from all of us at BCC!

#MerryChristmas #HappyChristmas #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #InterfaithJews #InterfaithFamilies #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate from all of us at BCC! #MerryChristmas #HappyChristmas #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #InterfaithJews #InterfaithFamilies #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
6 days ago
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8/12
One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values
Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm

During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube!

Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now.  Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron.

RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube! Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now. Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron. RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
7 days ago
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9/12
What can you look forward to at BCC this week?

🚫 Thursday, December 25, ALL DAY: BCC Office Closed

👖 Friday, December 26 at 6:45 pm: BCC Monthly Clothing Swap. In person only. No RSVP required.

✡️ Friday, December 26 at 7:30 pm: Ruach Chayim Shabbat Evening Service. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org

📚 Sunday, December 28 at 10 am: BCC Books & Bagels. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, contact Larry Nathenson at larrynath@aol.com

📖 Tuesday, December 30 at 7 pm: Torah Study. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #ClothingSwap
What can you look forward to at BCC this week? 🚫 Thursday, December 25, ALL DAY: BCC Office Closed 👖 Friday, December 26 at 6:45 pm: BCC Monthly Clothing Swap. In person only. No RSVP required. ✡️ Friday, December 26 at 7:30 pm: Ruach Chayim Shabbat Evening Service. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org 📚 Sunday, December 28 at 10 am: BCC Books & Bagels. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, contact Larry Nathenson at larrynath@aol.com 📖 Tuesday, December 30 at 7 pm: Torah Study. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #ClothingSwap
7 days ago
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10/12
THIS FRIDAY
BCC Monthly Clothing Swap
Friday, December 26, 6:45 pm and after Shabbat services!

Join us before Shabbat for a clothing swap! A clothing swap provides an opportunity create a safe, affirming space for trans folks (and everyone!) to explore Shabbat-ready styles. Please bring gently used clean clothes in all sizes, as well as unopened/unused hair and makeup products. No sign up is necessary; we look forward to seeing you there!

#ClothingSwap #ClothingSwapLosAngeles #MutualAid #MutualAidLosAngeles #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
THIS FRIDAY BCC Monthly Clothing Swap Friday, December 26, 6:45 pm and after Shabbat services! Join us before Shabbat for a clothing swap! A clothing swap provides an opportunity create a safe, affirming space for trans folks (and everyone!) to explore Shabbat-ready styles. Please bring gently used clean clothes in all sizes, as well as unopened/unused hair and makeup products. No sign up is necessary; we look forward to seeing you there! #ClothingSwap #ClothingSwapLosAngeles #MutualAid #MutualAidLosAngeles #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
1 week ago
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11/12
Celebrating a simcha (joyful occasion) like a birthday or anniversary? Honor your loved ones and friends by sponsoring the oneg (post-service snacks) or other aspects of Shabbat service--this includes if you are a Zoom attendee, there are virtual aspects to sponsor as well!

Sponsor at bit.ly/BCConeg

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #Oneg
Celebrating a simcha (joyful occasion) like a birthday or anniversary? Honor your loved ones and friends by sponsoring the oneg (post-service snacks) or other aspects of Shabbat service--this includes if you are a Zoom attendee, there are virtual aspects to sponsor as well! Sponsor at bit.ly/BCConeg #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #Oneg
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12/12

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