"Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes."
— Benjamin Franklin, in a letter to Jean-Baptiste Leroy, 1789

Like any quotable quotes, the one about death and taxes is attributed to Ben Franklin, but it appears in a book at least 75 years prior....

DEATH is certain. Jewish ritual and spiritual practice around end-of-life, death, and mourning is a deep tradition filled with meaning, wisdom and potential for embracing our grief and for healing. Are you interested in learning more about this?

We have the opportunity to learn about tahara, the ritual preparation of the deceased, by the head of the local hevre kaddishe (the volunteer Jewish burial society) and to visit the local funeral home and see how tahara is done. We will not be seeing any dead people, promise.

Two possible dates are Sunday December 1 or Sunday January 5, late morning. Are you interested? Let us know ASAP so we can confirm with the instructor and with the funeral home. thejfcc@gmail.com

Looking for folks to host Friday night services or Saturday night Havdalah or other gatherings.
Set-up and clean-up help provided at no cost to you.
Can you do this? Be in touch. thejfcc@gmail.com

Havdalah, veggie/dairy pot-luck and discussion at Susan & Rob's home in Kennett. Full address/directions when you RSVP.

Casual. Warm. Interesting. Fun.

RSVP by November 21 to shankin28@gmail.com

Welcome Shabbat in community with prayer, song, and discussion followed by veggie/dairy pot-luck.
At Andrew and Albina's home in Malvern. Full address/directions when you RSVP.
7pm

RSVP by December 3 to drveys@gmail.com

Interested in the "traditional" movie and Chinese take-out on Christmas Day, Wednesday December 25? We have an idea, and a probable West Chester location. We need to get a sense of who is interested....so let us know!
thejfcc@gmail.com