About Project Genesis Interfaith

Jewish-Christian Interfaith Learning & Pilgrimages Project Genesis is a Jewish-Christian Learning Program, where Christians and Jews are invited to learn about the common roots of their faith and heritage, building bridges between the two communities. This process of learning is accomplished through interfaith lectures and pilgrimage experiences.

Isaiah 53 – Session 3 | Faith, Interpretation & Interfaith Dialogue

Join Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik for the third and final session of their Summer Retreat devoted to Isaiah Chapter 53. Building on the previous sessions, Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy continue their discussion of the text, its meaning within the Jewish and Catholic traditions, and the insights that can emerge when people [...]

Isaiah 53 – Session 3 | Faith, Interpretation & Interfaith Dialogue2026-08-08T22:00:58+00:00

Isaiah 53 – Session 2 | Jewish & Catholic Perspectives | Rabbi Gadi Capela & Father Roy Tvrdik

In Session 2 of this special Summer Retreat series, Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik continue their exploration of Isaiah Chapter 53, examining the text through both Jewish and Catholic theological perspectives. Their conversation offers an opportunity to better understand how the same biblical passages have been read and interpreted within two faith traditions, [...]

Isaiah 53 – Session 2 | Jewish & Catholic Perspectives | Rabbi Gadi Capela & Father Roy Tvrdik2026-08-08T21:58:05+00:00

Isaiah 53 – Session 1 | Understanding the Book of Isaiah | Rabbi Gadi Capela & Father Roy Tvrdik

Join Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik for the first session of their Summer Retreat exploring Chapter 53 of the Book of Isaiah. In this opening session, Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy introduce the Book of Isaiah and provide background and context for understanding this important biblical text. Together, they begin an interfaith exploration [...]

Isaiah 53 – Session 1 | Understanding the Book of Isaiah | Rabbi Gadi Capela & Father Roy Tvrdik2026-08-08T21:56:27+00:00

Project Exodus: Session 27. What Does It Take to Build a Sanctuary for God?

Project Exodus: What Does It Take to Build a Sanctuary for God? Recorded Sunday, July 19, 2026 Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy explore the Book of Exodus through an interfaith conversation about the building of a sanctuary for God and the deeper meaning behind this sacred task. Together, they reflect on the stories, themes, and [...]

Project Exodus: Session 27. What Does It Take to Build a Sanctuary for God?2026-08-08T21:54:36+00:00

Shabbat Devarim: The Most Important Lessons in the Torah

Shabbat Devarim: The Most Important Lessons in the Torah Recorded Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 4 Av 5786 As Moses prepares to part from the people of Israel, he looks back on their journey and offers them the lessons he believes they will need most for the future. Like a parent preparing children to move [...]

Shabbat Devarim: The Most Important Lessons in the Torah2026-08-08T21:50:52+00:00

American and Jewish Independence

American and Jewish Independence Recorded Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 19 Tamuz 5786 As America marked its 250th Independence Day, Rabbi Gadi Capela reflected on the meaning of freedom in both the American and Jewish traditions. From the ideals of the Declaration of Independence to the Exodus from Egypt, this teaching explores a deeper understanding [...]

American and Jewish Independence2026-08-08T21:52:44+00:00

Parashat Korach: What Is Worth Fighting For? | Rabbi Gadi Capela.

Parashat Korach: What Is Worth Fighting For? Recorded Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 5 Tamuz 5786 In Parashat Korach, Korach and his followers challenge the leadership of Moses and Aharon, raising questions that remain deeply relevant today: When is it right to challenge authority? What makes a disagreement just? And what transforms dissent into division? [...]

Parashat Korach: What Is Worth Fighting For? | Rabbi Gadi Capela.2026-08-08T21:46:49+00:00

Parashat Beha’alotecha

Parashat Beha’alotecha Igniting the Eternal Light In this recorded Shabbat teaching, Rabbi Gadi Capela explores Parashat Beha’alotecha and the sacred task given to Aharon, the High Priest: lighting the candles of the Menorah. The Torah’s language suggests more than simply kindling a flame. The Hebrew word beha’alotecha points to the act of “elevating” the candles [...]

Parashat Beha’alotecha2026-06-09T01:09:04+00:00

Saturday, May 30, 2026 / 14 Sivan 5786

Parashat Nasso — Blessing, Service, and Sacred Responsibility In this recorded Shabbat teaching, Rabbi Gadi Capela explores Parashat Nasso, including the priestly blessing and teachings on dedication, responsibility, and spiritual service. The teaching reflects on what it means to carry blessing into our relationships, our community, and our daily lives.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 / 14 Sivan 57862026-06-09T01:10:48+00:00
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