Rabbi Aderet is my spiritual guru helping me navigate and answer life’s tough questions using a Jewish framework.
—Gabby
the Den co-creates a Judaism that is relevant, accessible, and deeply rooted in tradition in partnership with people throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia. We foster intentional spaces of belonging and self-exploration, through one-to-one rabbinic relationships, deep learning, and customized experiences in intimate settings. The Den strives to be collaborative, experimental, transparent, and radically welcoming.
Our Values
Personal Connection
We believe that the best experiences develop organically. That’s why we start with a 1-to-1 conversation and build our gatherings from there.
Deep Learning
We believe that Judaism empowers each of us to live lives that are rich and imbued with meaning, and that learning is the gateway to that discovery.
Small is All
We believe that impactful transformation happens best in the depth of small and intimate spaces, where we focus on mind, heart, body and soul; the growth we experience has a profound effect on our community and our world.
Authenticity
We believe that safe and sacred spaces allow us to truly be ourselves; vulnerable, transparent and real.
Radical Welcoming
We believe that whoever you are, whatever you believe (or don’t!), however you love, pray, eat, vote or sing—you’re family.
Healing Our World
We believe in our shared commitment to repairing our broken world with increased love, kindness, and justice.
Some Times We
Gather
Shabbat & Holiday Rituals / Meals
Social Justice
Leadership Development
Meditation & Prayer
Some Things We
Learn
“Doing Jewish” at Home
Multi/Inter-faith
Advocacy & Action
Torah, Talmud, Jewish Law
Ethics & Jewish Values
Spirituality & Mysticism
Some Ways We
Connect
Rabbinic Mentorship
Pastoral Counseling
Life Cycle Officiation
Spiritual Guidance
These are safe, nurturing spaces for deep sharing and learning. We feel comfortable being our true selves, knowing we will always be met with respect, wisdom, and compassion.
—Steph & Alex
The rabbis have given me the space to explore all aspects and facets of Judaism in a way that is acknowledging and safe…. joining the Den is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
—Katie
This community has been one of incredible discovery as I go through the conversion process. I've found both a spiritual home and a people to help me explore my faith in so many ways.
—Will
I didn’t realize how much I wanted a relationship with a rabbi without the hierarchy that could leave me feeling intimidated or less-than.
—Naomi
One of the best things about the Den is the availability of the clergy and the access to pastoral care. There’s no pretext or awkwardness about it, it really feels like you’re calling up a friend.
—Colin
Want In? Reach Out
the Den is about connecting with people and building our community together. Let’s start by meeting for coffee, tea, lunch or drinks. We look forward to hearing your story.
Reach out to any of us below.
Rabbi Aderet Drucker
Executive Director & Community Rabbi
Rabbi Aderet Drucker is an innovative spiritual leader, dynamic educator, inspired social entrepreneur, and a natural community organizer and builder. Since her adolescence she has expressed a love of meeting new people and an instinct for curating gatherings in sacred community; inviting people to show up as their fullest selves to learn, celebrate, heal, and to join together to create impactful change in our world.
Rachel Stevens
Director of Operations
Rachel Stevens is a passionate advocate for stronger and healthier Jewish communities with over a decade of experience in non-profit management, fundraising, and operations. She earned her undergraduate degree in Communications from Kent State University and went on to receive a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Maryland.
Sophie Farwagi
Communications + Operations Associate
Sophie is a communications professional who enjoys building community, fostering meaningful connections, and helping people feel like they belong. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, Sophie has called the DC area home for more than twenty years. Along the way, she has also lived in Paris and Montréal. Drawing on her matrilineal Sephardi Jewish heritage, she has spent the past several years deepening her commitment to Jewish living, learning, and community.
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The rabbis have given me the space to explore all aspects and facets of Judaism in a way that is acknowledging and safe…. joining the Den is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
—Katie
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