Or Emet Welcomes Former Communications Director for Sen. Paul Wellstone

On Friday, April 24, from 7:30-9 p.m., Or Emet will host a Shabbat service led by Rabbi Eva Cohen followed by a presentation by Marcia Avner, former communications director for the late Sen. Paul Wellstone. A social time will follow.

The events will take place at the Minnesota JCC Sabes Center Minneapolis, 4330 S. Cedar Lake Road, Minneapolis. 

Avner worked with Wellstone during his first term in the U.S. Senate. Together, they confronted the governor over health concerns relating to power lines. She also supported Sheila Wellstone’s commitment to the movement to end violence in families. 

Avner will share stories and observations about how these leaders carried out their conviction that, “We all do better when we all do better.” The Wellstone legacy is strong in Minnesota and across the country. Avner invites attendees to share their own encounters and connections to the Wellstones.

Those who cannot attend the program in person may join over Zoom. Please register in advance for the Zoom option.

Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective.

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