Marking the first anniversary of October 7, 2023 with Malkhut

St. Mark’s Garden (St. Mark’s Sanctuary, rain location) and via livestream

Monday October 7, 2024 6pm

 

We have traveled almost an entire year as a community from the tragic and traumatic day of the Hamas attack on October 7th, 2023 and through the ensuing horrific war in Gaza. We pray that well before we reach a year, the hostages will have been returned and the war will have come to an end. However, in the meantime, we plan to gather on Monday October 7, 2024 to grieve all of the lives that have been brutally taken and to pray for healing for all those who are suffering. 

 

We will engage in a tradition of “kneytlekh-leygn,” measuring a wick and rolling it in wax to make “neshama licht,” or “soul candles.” Drawing on these old Ashkenazi rituals that we learned from the folks at pullingatthreads.com, we will call upon all of those who came before us to bring blessings upon the living and the dead. We will include prayers for those who have died, and as always at Malkhut, there will be singing to carry us through together.

 

What to bring:

• A journal or paper, and something to write with (if it is your practice to write on Shabbat, if not, writing is optional)

• A yoga or exercise mat

• A water bottle + a snack if you need one

• Whatever else you need to be comfortable (pillows, socks, blanket, etc. There are chairs at Renew, but if you prefer a different meditation set-up, please bring what you need).

 

This retreat is suited to adults and teens. No prior experience with meditation is required, though some familiarity is recommended. Mindful movement will be adaptable to all abilities, and you are always welcome to modify instructions or refrain from any practices that aren’t wise for you. If you have any questions about the schedule or whether this retreat is right for you, feel free to reach out to Emily at emily@malkhutqueens.org. 

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COVID information:

• When the CDC Level of Respiratory Illness Activity for NYC is low or medium:

  • Indoors: masking is optional but encouraged

  • Please do not attend with COVID symptoms

• When the CDC Level of Respiratory Illness Activity for NYC is high or very high, we will implement further safety measures. Please view our COVID safety policy HERE.

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​View more information about our High Holy Days HERE.