Congregation hosts series to bring people together

JACKSON, Tenn. — Two communities are coming together in an effort to understand their differences.

Congregation B’nai Israel is hosting a four-part series where people of different beliefs can come together and have a conversation.

Thursday night, they discussed the Jewish and Christian perspective of why good people do bad things.

Rabbi John Kaplan says the goal is to open a dialogue in a safe and welcoming environment.

“To share with the community perspectives in a forum that allows us to be non-threatening, but rather to be one that is inviting, to also be understanding of one another and it’s been a great experience. I’ve loved it,” Rabbi Kaplan said.

The third installment of the series will be held Thursday, February 27 at 7 p.m.