As we reflect on the Covid challenges of the past year, we are reminded of the Shehecheyanu blessing (who has sustained us), the traditional prayer of thanks for bringing us to this moment. In that spirit comes the Shehecheyanu Curtain, a Judaism and the Arts group project to encourage each of us to reflect on our Covid experience and, perhaps, our reordered priorities.

All shul members — from youngsters to seniors — are invited to express their Covid thoughts and observations in paintings, drawings, calligraphy, collage, poetry, storytelling, photography, handwork, etc. Each submission will be displayed on a 20’-by-6’ canvas now mounted on the south wall of the community room. This kind of activity, sometimes called mural art, will echo the life of our shul family community. As each submission is mounted on the Shehecheyanu Curtain, a thoughtful picture of our communal response to a global emergency will emerge. The J&A group invites your contributions to the Shehecheyanu Curtain.

For more information, email Saul Rosenstreich at the shul at ctigreenport@gmail.com.