Rosh Chodesh , Kabbalat Shabbat Meditation & Potluck
Friday, April 17 · 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Rancho Bernardo Residence
A warm, nourishing evening of community, songful spirit, and gentle renewal. We gather to share a potluck meal (please no pork or shellfish), then settle into a beautiful, healing meditation to welcome Shabbat with presence, calm, and an open heart.
Shabbat Morning Service
Led by Debbie Mishek and friends
Saturday, April 25th · 10:00AM – 12:00 PM
Tierrasanta Residence
RSVP by 4/22
Shabbat morning led by Debbie Mishek et al. Potluck to follow.
Book Group on Zoom: Making Prayer Real
Excavating the BeShT with Rabbi Diane Elliot An online class series based on Rabbi Burt Jacobson’s
Sunday, May 3 · 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Making Prayer Real by Rabbi Mike Comins. Description: over 50 Jewish spiritual leaders share the challenges of prayer, what it means to pray, how to develop your own personal prayer voice, and how to rediscover God's presence in the traditional Jewish prayer book.
RSVP to Andrea K - KarpDancin@gmail.com for the Zoom link.
Excavating the BeShT with Rabbi Diane Elliot An online class series based on Rabbi Burt Jacobson’s
Excavating the BeShT with Rabbi Diane Elliot An online class series based on Rabbi Burt Jacobson’s
8 Wednesdays January 7 & 21; February 4 & 18; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29, 20265-6:30 PM Pacific / 8-9:30 Eastern
Have you ever wondered how the spiritual teachings of Jewish Renewal are rooted in Jewish tradition? Join Rabbi Diane Elliot to explore the Baal Shem Tov’s legacy through text, song, and contemplative practice, with recordings available if you miss a class—no experience needed, everyone welcome.
Celebrate Israel
Celebrate Israel
Celebrate Israel's Independence Day:
Yom HaAtzmaut
(Jewish Federation of San Diego)
Sunday, April 26⋅12:00 – 4:00pm
San Diego (venue and address provided upon registration)Join the Jewish Federation of San Diego in celebrating Israel's Independence Day — Yom HaAtzmaut! Shir Ha Yam is sponsoring this community-wide celebration honoring Israel's 78th year of independence. A wonderful opportunity to come together in joy, pride, and connection with the broader San Diego Jewish community.
Register: https://jewishinsandiego.givecloud.co/celebrate-israel-2026 📍
Who Are We?
Founded in 1995, Shir Ha-Yam (Song of the Sea) has grown from a small group of friends to a community that has monthly Saturday Shabbat services, Friday night meditation, and chant circle using Rabbi Shefa Gold's chants. We are a member of the international organization ALEPH, the Alliance for Jewish Renewal
Our history is rooted in the t
Founded in 1995, Shir Ha-Yam (Song of the Sea) has grown from a small group of friends to a community that has monthly Saturday Shabbat services, Friday night meditation, and chant circle using Rabbi Shefa Gold's chants. We are a member of the international organization ALEPH, the Alliance for Jewish Renewal
Our history is rooted in the teachings of Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, of blessed memory.
Taking the best of Jewish tradition, we enliven it with meditation, music, movement, and chanting.
SHY 30th Anniversary Celebration
Thank you for showing up and showing love at JPride Weekend!
Thank you for showing up and showing love at JPride Weekend!
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed — both with your time and your generous support!
The event was a big success and such a joyful celebration, filled with music, connection, and community spirit.
If you enjoyed the experience, we warmly invite you to consider becoming part of the Shir Ha-Yam community!
Thank you for showing up and showing love at JPride Weekend!
Thank you for showing up and showing love at JPride Weekend!
Thank you for showing up and showing love at JPride Weekend!
We’re deeply grateful to everyone who came out in support of the Jewish LGBTQ+ community. Your presence helped create a weekend filled with warmth, pride, and connection.
A special thank you to the Lawrence Family JCC, the San Diego Jewish Community Federation, and all the incredible Jewish organizations who came together to make this powerful expression of love and unity possible.
We are truly proud to be part of such a vibrant and inclusive San Diego Jewish community!
Learn more about KOL TEFILLAH
Several of our members are part of the Jewish musical group Kol Tefillah (The Voice of Prayer). We are often blessed with their musical accompaniment at our Shabbat Morning services! Learn more about the beautiful music they are making here