Rituals as we awake and before we sleep have the potential to greatly impact the way we experience and view our days—and, ultimately, our lives. Judaism gives us a rich tradition for starting and ending the day.  
Together, we’ll look at the primary elements of the bedtime prayers and explore what they can offer in terms of spiritual growth and engagement. This single-session class will provide you with the tools to integrate some aspect of this practice into your bedtime routine, and thereby enhance your spiritual practice and connection to Spirit.

Cost: Members:  $15 | Guests: $21

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Ba’alat Tefilah (Master of Prayer) Michelle Wolf is a lifelong vocalist with experience in a range of genres: classical, jazz, a cappella, and sacred liturgy. She is most on-purpose when leading Jewish prayer and chant, using her voice and presence to open hearts and help others connect to Source. 

Michelle served as cantor for Nevei Kodesh under our founding spiritual leader, Rabbi Tirzah Firestone, during 11 cycles through the calendar. For her mastery as Jewish liturgist, Michelle was honored with a Certificate of Empowerment by Rabbi Firestone and Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi (z’’l) and granted the titles Ba’alat Tefilah and Shlichat Tzibbur (2011).

Michelle coaches youth in B’nai Mitzvah education and regularly leads services for Shabbat, High Holidays, and other holidays and rituals throughout the Jewish year. CD releases include PrayerSongs with Bat Kol (sacred Jewish music), and Love Café with IRIS (women’s a cappella). For her secular work, Michelle develops educational exhibits with ECOS Communications (https://ecos.us/).

Educated at Stanford University (BA, History), Columbia University’s Teachers College, Middlebury College (MA, French), and Aleph’s Davvenen’ Leadership Training Institute. Ongoing studies include: parenting two young adult sons, ever-deepening relationship with a committed life partner, and the blessings of close family, friends, and community. 

Note: “Ba’alat Tefilah” means Master of Prayer, who leads the congregation.