Project Genesis

08/08/2026

Join Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik for the third and final session of their Summer Retreat devoted to Isaiah Chapter 53.

Building on the previous sessions, Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy continue their discussion of the text, its meaning within the Jewish and Catholic traditions, and the insights that can emerge when people of different faiths study Scripture together.

This session concludes a day of learning, reflection, friendship, and Jewish-Catholic dialogue.

Recorded at St. Joseph’s Prayer Center in Patchogue, New York, on August 2, 2026.

Join Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik for the third and fina...

08/08/2026

In Session 2 of this special Summer Retreat series, Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik continue their exploration of Isaiah Chapter 53, examining the text through both Jewish and Catholic theological perspectives.

Their conversation offers an opportunity to better understand how the same biblical passages have been read and interpreted within two faith traditions, while encouraging thoughtful interfaith learning and dialogue.

Recorded at St. Joseph’s Prayer Center in Patchogue, New York, on August 2, 2026.

In Session 2 of this special Summer Retreat series, Rabbi Gadi Cape...

08/08/2026

Join Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik for the first session of their Summer Retreat exploring Chapter 53 of the Book of Isaiah.

In this opening session, Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy introduce the Book of Isaiah and provide background and context for understanding this important biblical text. Together, they begin an interfaith exploration of Isaiah 53 through Jewish and Catholic perspectives.

Recorded at the Summer Retreat Day at St. Joseph’s Prayer Center in Patchogue, New York, on August 2, 2026.

08/08/2026

Recorded Sunday, July 19, 2026

Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy explore the Book of Exodus through an interfaith conversation about the building of a sanctuary for God and the deeper meaning behind this sacred task.

Together, they reflect on the stories, themes, and enduring lessons of Exodus and what they can teach us today.

Project Exodus

Project Exodus: What Does It Take to Build a Sanctuary for God?Rec...

08/08/2026

Project Exodus: Exploring the Book of Exodus
Recorded Sunday, June 7, 2026

Join Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy as they explore the Book of Exodus through an engaging interfaith conversation, reflecting on its stories, themes, and enduring lessons.

Rabbi Gadi & Father Roy
Project Exodus

Project Exodus: Exploring the Book of ExodusRecorded Sunday, June ...

08/08/2026

Join Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy for an interfaith exploration of the Book of Exodus, recorded at St. Mark RC Church in Shoreham.

In this conversation, they reflect on the stories, themes, and enduring meaning of Exodus across faith traditions.

Recorded Sunday, May 24, 2026
St. Mark RC Church
Shoreham, NY

Join Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy for an interfaith exploration of the...

07/29/2026

📖 Summer Retreat Day: The 53rd Chapter of Isaiah

Join Rabbi Gadi Capela and Father Roy Tvrdik for a meaningful day exploring Jewish and Catholic perspectives on this important chapter of Isaiah.

📅 Sunday, August 2, 2026
🕤 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
⛪ Holy Mass follows at 4:00 p.m.
📍 St. Joseph’s Prayer Center
312 Maple Avenue, Patchogue, NY

The day includes three talks, lunch, dessert, fellowship and reflection.

Suggested donation: $45 per person
Space is limited—please RSVP early!

📧 [email protected]
📱 Text: 631-804-6556

07/10/2026

📖 Exploring the Book of Exodus

Join Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy for an engaging interfaith conversation exploring the stories, themes, and enduring lessons of the Book of Exodus.

📅 Sunday, July 19, 2026
🕜 1:30–3:00 PM ET
📍 St. Mark Roman Catholic Church
105 Randall Rd., Shoreham, NY 11786

All are welcome!

06/05/2026

Join Rabbi Gadi and Father Roy
for an interfaith exploration of the Book of Exodus

Sunday, June 7, 2026
1:30 – 3:00 PM ET
St. Mark RC Church
105 Randall Rd., Shoreham, NY 11786

Come together for an afternoon of learning, reflection, and conversation as we explore the enduring meaning of Exodus through Jewish and Christian perspectives.

All are welcome.

05/14/2026

A new chapter begins on the North Fork.
Beautiful article about the formation of Ohel Moed — “A Sanctuary Without Walls, One Living Room at a Time” — and Rabbi Gadi Capela’s vision of community, renewal, and spiritual connection rooted in respect, resilience, and hope.
Grateful to everyone helping build something meaningful together.
https://www.eastendbeacon.com/a-new-jewish-congregation-forms-out-of-ashes-of-north-fork-controversy/

A new Jewish congregation is taking root on the North Fork this month, helmed by Rabbi Gadi Capela, the rabbi for the past 13 years of Congregation Tifereth Israel in Greenport. Last summer, many members of this historic Conservative congregation were surprised to learn the synagogue's board had vot...