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Friend,
In Jewish tradition, we learn that the gates of heaven are open for
the 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Tonight, as the sun
sets, we move into Yom Kippur and the gates begin to close.
The Days of Awe are an opportunity for
teshuvah — reflection and return. We can reach for
forgiveness and find it within us to forgive. Teshuvah is
meant to restore and replenish us, to connect us to each other and
make our hearts lighter.
As a political home and resource for Jews and allies like
you, Friend, our prayer is that your teshuvah supports your
tzedek (work for justice).
This past year, each of us has fallen short — not showing up for a
loved one, contributing to the larger harm of our world, or staying
silent when we should have spoken, for example. This is part
of being human.
Now, as the gates close, is the moment we dream better versions of
ourselves, our communities, and our country. By doing this
collectively, our Jewish movement can better bend the arc toward
justice.
Thank you for making Bend the Arc a place where you
practice tzedek. For 12 years, we’ve committed and
recommitted to creating a world where all of us can thrive, as
individuals and together. But we can only do this work together, as a
movement. Your strength is our strength.
G'mar chatima tovah — may we all be sealed in the book of
life for a year of strength, safety, and justice.
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