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Reconstructing Mishkan a synagogue evolves producer, director and editor, Barry Dornfeld

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Format:
Video
Contributor:
Dornfeld, Barry, 1958- film producer, film director, editor of moving image work.
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Mishkan Shalom (Philadelphia, Pa.).
Reconstructionist Judaism.
Synagogues.
Pennsylvania--Philadelphia.
Genre:
Documentary films
Nonfiction films
Feature films
Physical Description:
1 online resource (1 video file (57 min., 23 sec.)) sound, color with black & white sequences
color
black and white
Place of Publication:
[Philadelphia, Pennsylvania] [Scribe Video Center] [2026]
System Details:
digital
video file
Summary:
"'Reconstructing Mishkan' documents the story of Mishkan Shalom, a progressive Reconstructionist synagogue in Philadelphia founded in 1988. The film follows Rabbi Shawn Zevit as he leads this diverse congregation, which includes interfaith families, LGBTQ members, and activists united by a commitment to Jewish values and political action. This one-hour ethnographic documentary explores how to maintain a relevant approach to Judaism amid changing beliefs and turbulent politics. It captures moments of connection, humor, and questioning, showcasing the joys and challenges of sustaining such a community"-- Folkstreams
Notes:
Originally produced as a motion picture in 2026
Online resource; title from title frame (viewed August 13, 2026)
OCLC:
1611168421
Access Restriction:
Restricted for use by site license

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