Who's Gathering

Big Jewish Gathering is supported by a group of practitioners, community conveners, and Jewish organizations collaborating to platform one another as we collectively explore ancient and innovative modes of Jewish life.

The Details

Dates

January 24:
9:30am - 9:30pm
January 25:
10:00am - 6:00pm

Location

Greenpoint, Brooklyn
(address shared upon registration)

The Big Jewish Gathering is a bold new experiment in Jewish spiritual and cultural life: a two-day spiritual laboratory where emerging and established Jewish leaders will co-create a Judaism that meets this moment — one that is rooted, relevant, and alive.

This is not a retreat. It's not a synagogue service. It is a practice ground for connection, creativity, and renewal, open to anyone interested in vibrant, meaningful engagement with a Judaism that is embodied, relational, and grounded in tradition.

What You'll Experience

Immersive Rituals

Multi-sensory rituals with voice, breath & rhythm, used as pathways into sacred time

Creative Workshops

We'll explore movement, dreamwork, meditation & other embodied gateways into Jewish wisdom

Expansive Conversations

Cross-disciplinary dialogues on ancestral technologies, mystical states, and the future of Jewish imagination

Small Group Connection

Intimate groups for deep listening, relational weaving, and shared reflection throughout the gathering

Communal Celebration

Practices of song, story, blessing, and movement that anchor the weekend in shared joy and connection.

FAQ

The Big Jewish Gathering is a container dedicated to exploring Jewish identity through ritual, music, story, spirituality, creativity, and community. To create a space where ritual and connection take center stage, we ask that attendees leave political discussion and debate at the door.

This gathering may be a meaningful fit if:

You value ritual, reflection, and heart-centered experiences.

You’re open to celebrating Jewish life with people whose backgrounds and beliefs may differ from your own.

You’re eager to be present and contribute to a warm, considerate communal atmosphere.

If you are seeking a space to engage in politics as a spiritual practice or one that requires uniformity of perspective, this may not be the right container for you – and that’s okay! We want everyone to find the spaces that support them best.
Shabbat is a central Jewish practice that is deeply important to our community. We recognize that Jewish tradition contains many streams of practice that are often beautifully contradictory.

At this event, under the guidance of our spiritual leaders, we will honor, guard, remember, and celebrate Shabbat by embracing the use of electricity in ways that enhance our Shabbat experience, including amplifying sound, cooking and preparing Shabbat food, and photographing and recording our time together.

If these activities do not align with your Shabbat practice, the non-Shabbat elements of our gathering might be a better fit for you. If you have any further questions, please reach out to info@theneighborhoodbk.org.
The gathering is designed for participants 16+ (those under 18 must come with an adult), as much of the programming is immersive, ritual-focused, and not geared toward younger audiences.

Parents with infants are welcomed, with the shared expectations that all participants protect the communal experience:

We ask that parents take responsibility for stepping out of communal spaces if their baby becomes fussy or vocal.

Strollers are not permitted in main gathering areas due to space constraints.

We’ll provide a quiet and private space for feeding.

If you plan to come with an infant, please check in with us at info@theneighborhoodbk.org. If you’re unsure whether this container will work for you and your baby, we’re happy to talk through it.
To create a safe and focused communal environment, pets and emotional support animals are not permitted. Only trained service animals that meet ADA guidelines are allowed.

If you require accommodations, contact us in advance so we can support you.
Yes. The venue is ADA accessible, including elevator access to all event spaces. Seating will include chairs with backs as well as cushioned floor seating.

If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please reach out—we want to make the experience as welcoming as possible.
All food served at the Big Jewish Gathering will be vegetarian, prepared with intention and care. However, the food is not under rabbinic supervision and therefore is not certified kosher.

If you keep strict kashrut or have specific needs, you may want to bring personal provisions. We will clearly mark ingredients and allergens. Reach out with any questions.
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Community Guidelines

The Big Jewish Gathering is a space for spiritual exploration, creativity, and connection. To help us create a meaningful and welcoming environment for everyone, we invite all participants to uphold the following community guidelines:

1. Come With Presence

Bring your attention, your breath, and your openness. Let this be a moment apart from the noise of daily life.

2. Welcome Difference With Respect

We gather across identities, histories, and perspectives. Meet one another with curiosity, humility, and kindness—even when their views or practices differ from your own.

3. Let Politics Stay at the Door

This space centers ritual and connection. Bring your full self—your complexity, history, and heart—not your talking points. There are many places to pursue sacred political discourse, this is not one of them.

4. Care for the Communal Atmosphere

Our collective presence shapes the container. Step out when needed—whether for yourself or a fussy baby—so the communal experience can remain whole. Follow the guidance of organizers and spiritual leaders, and treat the venue, ritual objects, and communal environment with care.

5. Lead With Consent and Generosity

Participate in ways that feel true and comfortable. Assume good intentions. Honor others’ boundaries. Offer kindness. Let this be a space where people feel safe to open up, connect, and explore meaning together.