
JCRC Bay Area Freedom Seder
Past SessionsSunday, April 6, 2025 • 8 Nisan 5785 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1100 Shasta Ave, San Jose
Thursday, April 3, 2025 • 5 Nisan 5785 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Fort Mason Center, The Gateway Pavilion at Pier 2, San Francisco
Join JCRC for one of our two incredible Freedom Seders as we build bridges, take action, and tackle key issues in our Bay Area community—from civil rights to combating hate. Through the Haggadah’s theme of Freedom, we foster dialogue, civic engagement, and connection, welcoming both old friends and new faces.
SILICON VALLEY Freedom Seder
Co-hosted by Rev. Dr. Bryan Franzen, Westminster Presbyterian Church and Rabbi Dana Magat, Temple Emanu-El
Sunday, April 6, 5:00-7:00 PM
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1100 Shasta Ave, San Jose
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SAN FRANCISCO Freedom Seder
Co-hosted by California State Representative Rebecca Bauer-Kahan & Rabbi Ryan Bauer, Congregation Emanu-El
Thursday, April 3, 6:00-8:00 PM
Fort Mason Center, The Gateway Pavilion at Pier 2, San Francisco (Ample Parking Available)
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