Fabrangen (from
farbrangen "bringing
together in joy") is an egalitarian and participatory Havurah (community)
founded in 1971. Fabrangen welcomes everyone to its services
and activities, whatever their age, race, religious upbringing,
sexual orientation, family situation, or physical or mental ability
or disability.
Child care and children's
educational programs are provided. Fabrangen integrates davening
(prayer), study, social action, tzedakah (charitable acts), and other
aspects of Jewish life. Fabrangen does not employ a rabbi nor
have a traditional synagogue structure. All members (male and
female alike) contribute to and lead our services and activities. Quarterly
community meetings are held for major decisions.
Our coordinator,
Gloria Whitman, organizes our day to day operations in conjunction
with a rotating steering
committee. Please
send all information, address corrections, and changes to Fabrangen,
7750 16th Street, N.W.,Washington, D.C. 20012. We can also
be reached by phone 202.595.9138 or by email at fabrangen@yahoo.com.