A few months ago I experienced a wonderful Jewish service at The Hive in downtown San Diego. Rabbi Andrew Hahn known as the Kirtan Rabbi was visiting from New York and he held the most moving service. I was inspired by his music and chanting of prayers and I had an authentic deep Jewish Experience, I was moved physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Our family has been a member of a congregation here in San Diego for more than 20 years, Congregation Beth El in La Jolla. We enjoy a unique monthly musical Friday Night service in the style of Carlsbach. The sound and style of the Kirtan Rabbi’s service was so different and compelling. The chanting and eastern sounding music resonated with me. Honestly, I was moved to tears. Kirtan Rabbi also held services at other synagogues and homes in San Diego. He got great reviews and I heard that so many other people loved the feeling of his services.
After my experience with Kirtan Rabbi, I was elated to find out that he was asked to be the officiant for one of my brides at Hidden Valley Retreat and Spa! I feel like fate had a huge hand in bringing such an influential person back into my life once again. While discussing plans for the wedding, we began talking about turning his trip into a huge event. What we came up with is a Shabbaton Weekend! We are just thrilled with this idea and we have begun to make arrangements.
We are making plans and organizing meals and are about to open registration for a Spiritual Rejuvenation Shabbaton Weekend with Kirtan Rabbi and Friends. It is being planned for a wonderful weekend during Hanukkah (on Christmas Eve – forget the Chinese Food), and a very important time in the Jewish year.
I will soon be updating this blog, Facebook, and a whole new webpage dedicated to the weekend as plans fall into place. Stay tuned for rates, information, meal plans, activities, and speakers!
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