FIRST-EVER BOOK ON ALTERNATIVE TO BRIT MILAH, FORTHCOMING MAY 15
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Oakland, California—On May 15, 2015, novelist Lisa Braver Moss and Beyond the Bris founder Rebecca Wald will publish a book on alternative bris for Jewish families opting out of circumcision and for the rabbis who serve them. Titled Celebrating Brit Shalom, the book includes a choice of three complete services, all of which feature the cutting of a pomegranate as a new ritual act that replaces circumcision. The book also includes the sheet music to four original songs which are thematically tied to the ceremonies (recorded album available separately).
Moss and Wald teamed up for Celebrating Brit Shalom after identifying a growing population of young families that are seeking information on alternative bris and, more specifically, finished ceremonies that can be either family-led or clergy-led. With parts for a leader, the parents, and traditionally bestowed honors such as “sandek,” Celebrating Brit Shalom is intended to be used as a prayer book and guide during the service. Guests can each have their own copy so they can follow along and participate in responsive readings. There is a place at the front of the book where parents can personalize guest copies with baby’s photo and details, making Celebrating Brit Shalom a memento that attendees can take home.
The authors will be presenting Celebrating Brit Shalom at Hebrew Union College in Manhattan during the Jewish Book Council Network conference, May 26-28. The Council provides a platform for writers to share their new Jewish-themed books, and coordinates subsequent author events in venues across the U.S.
Those interested in writing about Celebrating Brit Shalom may request an advance copy. Additional information, including media kit with author photos and bios, upcoming events and recent press, can be found at CelebratingBritShalom.Com.
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