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How to Be Happy Amidst a Depressing Newsfeed
Free series of conversations with Rabbi Hannah Orden explores how core ideas of Judaism can help us find joy and meaning.

Rabbi Hannah Orden leads the first of a series of conversations about how Judaism’s core ideas can help us find fulfillment and meaning in the midst of our crazy modern lives. The first session on Saturday, October 28th at 9:45 a.m. explores Judaism’s fundamental orientation towards living joyfully—even when circumstances are anything but.
The free monthly series is sponsored by Congregation Beth Hatikvah, 36 Chatham Road in Summit. Register at www.cbhtickets.org. Congregation Beth Hatikvah serves the Jewish community in Union, Essex, and Morris counties. For more information, call 908-277-0200.
Rabbi Orden has served as spiritual leader of the Reconstructionist synagogue for the past three years. She has an extensive background in Jewish education and is known for her engaging speaking style, laced with wisdom and gentle humor. She is vice-president of the Summit Interfaith Council and a member of its Anti-Racism Taskforce.