Minyan Midbar מנין מדבר
A new participatory traditional egalitarian Shabbat morning prayer community.
Rabbi Dov Gartenberg, Rabbi Jack Shlachter, and Andrew Grossman are part of the team of initiators for this traditional egalitarian community—a space that maintains the structure of traditional Jewish liturgy while ensuring full, equal participation for people of all genders. Inspired by the teachings of Abraham Joshua Heschel, we envision a prayer experience that is deeply rooted, song-filled, and highly participatory.
Spiritual & Liturgical Vision
- Inspired Prayer: A traditional yet modern Shabbat morning experience.
- Unique Format: Join us for a Kiddush brunch and learn at 10:15 AM, nestled between the morning and Torah services.
- Flexible Attendance: Feel free to drop in at any time.
Inclusion & Hospitality
- A Wide Welcome: A home for Jews of all backgrounds, Jewish-adjacent individuals, and those exploring Judaism.
- Radical Hospitality: We prioritize Shabbat home and meal hospitality, especially for those visiting from out of town.
- Intergenerational: Family-friendly from day one, actively encouraging the participation of children and teens.
Learning & Participation
- Excellence through Involvement: Every voice will be welcomed. We invite you to learn a new skill or share a treasured one with the community.
- Profound Torah Study: Accessible, stimulating, and open Jewish learning is integral to our identity.
- Meaningful Connection: A space to grow spiritually while forming deep, lasting friendships.
A Minyan Midbar dedicated website will come soon. Check out the Posts tab: https://www.rabbidovnm.com/rabbis-messages or the Happenings tab: https://www.rabbidovnm.com/events for more Minyan updates:
Upcoming Gatherings
Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
TBA
Join the Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle as we develop the musical heart of Minyan Midbar through soulful communal singing and nigunim.
RSVP →Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
TBA
Join the Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle as we develop the musical heart of Minyan Midbar through soulful communal singing and nigunim.
RSVP →Minyan Midbar — Inaugural Gathering
Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
UU Santa Fe
Join us for the inaugural Minyan Midbar Shabbat morning gathering — a soulful, song-filled, participatory prayer experience. Parashat Aharei Mot/Kedoshim.
RSVP →Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
TBA
Join the Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle as we develop the musical heart of Minyan Midbar through soulful communal singing and nigunim.
RSVP →Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
TBA
Join the Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle as we develop the musical heart of Minyan Midbar through soulful communal singing and nigunim.
RSVP →Minyan Midbar — Shabbat & 2nd Day Shavuot
Saturday, May 23, 2026 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
UU Santa Fe
Minyan Midbar Shabbat morning gathering celebrating the 2nd Day of Shavuot with soulful prayer, Torah reading, and community.
RSVP →Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
TBA
Join the Santa Fe Nigun Song Circle as we develop the musical heart of Minyan Midbar through soulful communal singing and nigunim.
RSVP →Minyan Midbar — Shabbat Gathering
Saturday, June 27, 2026 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
UU Santa Fe
Minyan Midbar Shabbat morning gathering with soulful prayer, Torah reading (Parashat Hukat/Balak), and community.
RSVP →Rabbi's Messages
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