What does Jewish wisdom teach us about dying, and how might those teachings help us live with greater depth and compassion? In this one-hour session, Rabbi Allison Berry explores powerful biblical, rabbinic, and modern texts that illuminate the transition of death, the relationships that sustain us at the end of life, and the enduring force of memory and love. Participants will gain a thoughtful introduction to the themes of her upcoming spring course at Hebrew College on death, dying, and Jewish tradition.

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Rabbi Allison Berry is honored to serve as the Director of the Betty Ann Greenbaum Miller Center for Jewish Healing at Jewish Family & Children’s Service. She is passionate about her work supporting members of the Jewish community and beyond who are on a journey through the many stages of grief and healing.

Prior to joining JF&CS Rabbi Berry served for many years as a congregational rabbi – most recently as the Co-Senior Rabbi of Temple Shalom in Newton, MA. Rabbi Berry is a graduate of Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion and Brandeis University. She is proud to be the past chair of the Newton Interfaith Clergy Association and volunteers as a trained court mediator for Metrowest Mediation Services.

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Offered in collaboration with GROW, Tamid of Hebrew College’s free, monthly adult learning program.