MZ Small Groups are a great way to get to know a small group of people. Formed around interests, needs, geography, life stage, or profession, they can be done in the home, in an office, or anywhere in the greater Twin Cities. Some groups might focus on a topic of support, learning, or a Jewish experience. Others might be about sports, making crafts, attending arts events, and more! It’s up to you!
Consisting of anywhere between 3-18 people, groups meet regularly, with the number, frequency, dates, and location of meetings determined by the group.
Conscious Aging Women’s Circle (Ages 55+)
I hope you will join me for a Women's Circle to explore the complex process of aging. We will explore the challenges and opportunities of aging. We will support each other as we share laughter, tears and new insights for this next stage in our lives.
Jewish Philosophy Book Club
Are you interested in ideas... about ideas? Are you always looking for an excuse to use the word "dialectical" in conversation? Consider the Jewish Philosophy Book Club! We will read and discuss the works of Jewish philosophers from Adorno to Butler to Wittgenstein to Zinn.
Knit, Stitch, ‘n’ Craft
Knit, Stitch, 'n' Craft builds community around needlework and small crafting activities and friendship! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, do needlepoint, or enjoy other small crafts that keep your hands busy and your heart full, we’d love for you to join us. Drop-ins and all skill levels are welcome.
Long Live Rock!
Is rock music one of your passions? Do you love talking about it and sharing it with others? Then come have some fun reminiscing about and gaining new knowledge of rock music from the 1960s through today! All ages encouraged and welcome!
Mixed Roots: Navigating the Interfaith Household
This is a group open to individuals, couples, and grandparents seeking a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment to discuss the issues that face a mixed-roots family. Please read below on how to get involved!
Mount Zion Bicycle Group
The Twin Cities features many bicycling trails and opportunities to explore by bike.
Mount Zion Chess Club
Join fellow Mount Zion Chess enthusiasts!
MZ Hava Nashira (Let’s Sing) Small Group
If you like to sing in community you are welcome to join this small group. We plan to meet 4 times a year at Mount Zion with time to connect and converse before and after an hour of singing. Come when you can.
Shabbat Shutafim (Shabbat Buddies)
The Shabbat Shutafim MZ Small Group will provide the opportunity for congregants to meet together as a group once a month to nosh and pray on a Friday evening. If you have thought about attending Shabbat services but have been reluctant to do so due to not wanting to go alone, this group is for you.
Write Your Own Torah
In this group, we will take inspiration from the weekly Torah portions to add pages to our own Personal Torah by writing down the learnings and teachings of our lives as Jews. They might be in the form of poetry, stories, essays, songs, letters; whatever form emerges from you. Deuteronomy 30:12 says of Torah: “It is not in the heavens. Neither is it beyond the sea...No, it is very close to you, in your mouth and in your heart.” Let's create living, ongoing Torah together!
MZ Small Groups can be started by any Mount Zion member. If you would like to lead a group, we are happy to offer you training, workshops, and ongoing coaching support. You’ll never be alone in this process.
Inclusion/Accessibility: We are committed to the values of accessibility and inclusion. As we start our initiative for MZ Small Groups and are enabling anyone to create something engaging, some groups may not work for everyone. Please be in touch with Event Coordinator if you have any questions or suggestions.
