ISJL Southern & Jewish 2026: Full Schedule

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4:00pm EDT

The Magic and Music of High Holiday T’fillah for Families

Sunday June 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

In this fraught and fractured time, how can we nourish the souls of our adults and kiddos alike? The High Holidays is an incredible opportunity to spark hope, resilience, and sacred support for our families. We’ll explore frameworks, tools, and repertoire to help make your family t’fillot (prayer) accessible, meaningful, and spiritually resonant—just what our people need.

Presenters

Eliana Light

Educator, Musician, and 2025 Covenant Foundation Family Education, The Light Lab

Eliana is working towards a world of One-ness, guided and inspired by Jewish heritage. She focuses on translating liturgy, prayer practice, and g?d-concepts in ways that are deep and accessible for all people at any age. Eliana’s music, gatherings, and teaching reflect a spirit... Read More →

Sunday June 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Graham C

Learning Block

Audience Clergy, Education Directors, Lay Leaders

5:15pm EDT

Mincha (Afternoon Prayer)

Sunday June 21, 2026 5:15pm - 5:30pm EDT

Graham C

We’ll gather for afternoon prayers, with the opportunity for Mourners’ Kaddish. Full liturgy transliteration provided.

Presenters

Rabbi Salem Pearce

Director of Sprituality, ISJL

Ordained in 2018 by Hebrew College, Rabbi Pearce's career has exemplified values of justice, compassion, and service to all. Most recently serving as the Executive Director of Carolina Jews for Justice, Rabbi Pearce has also worked for T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights, and... Read More →

Resource Partners

Goldring Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life (ISJL)

Sunday June 21, 2026 5:15pm - 5:30pm EDT
Graham C

Tefilah (Services)

7:45pm EDT

B'yachad In Community: Jews By Choice

Sunday June 21, 2026 7:45pm - 8:35pm EDT

Graham C

Connect with new and old friends. This is your time to talk about topics that are important to you or to relax and play some board games. Pick one group to join for the entire time or switch off in the middle!

Presenters