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Shabbat Service Schedule
1st
Friday of the month 7:00 pm SHABBAT SIMCHAH
(Sabbath of Joy).
An upbeat and celebratory Shabbat experience which will begin with a dinner
at 6:00 pm followed by a spirited Shabbat service at 7:00 pm that will include
liturgy, music and singing that is appropriate for both children and adults
and will reflect the joyful and vibrant energy that is Shabbat.
1st Friday of every other month 5:30 pm TOT
SHABBAT (Sabbath of Joy).
A fun filled and interactive service for our youngest congregants-pre-school
age. Includes stories, the basic prayers and of course our world famous “Tot
Shabbat” song. Everyone will have the opportunity to be involved through
song and dance and special instruments will be provided to all.
2nd Friday of each month at 8:00 pm SHABBAT
HALAYV (Sabbath of the Heart). A reflective and meditative worship
experience. With a special prayer book and those in need of healing or who have
experienced something joyful in their lives will be invited to stand beneath
the Sukkah of the heart for special blessings. The music of this service is
at the same time participatory, soothing, joyous and reflective.
3rd Friday of each month at 8:00 pm SHABBAT
SHIRAH (Sabbath of Song). This service reflects the diversity
and depth of music within Jewish worship. From Chassidic nigunim, to well known
melodies of Reform composers, to sounds of our collective Jewish past, we join
our voices in song. The Choir and Shirim Ensemble with their instruments help
to create a moving experience. Those celebrating their birthdays each month
will be called to the bima for a special birthday prayer.
4th Friday of each month at 6:00 pm SHABBAT
KABBALAT (Sabbath of Mysticism). We begin Shabbat in the round
surrounding the candles and with a communal Kiddush. The musical settings and
liturgy are interwoven to reflect Jewish mystical texts and a rich tapestry
of prayer and song. The Shirim Ensemble joins us to add depth and beauty to
this unique service.
5th Friday of the month at 6:00 pm SHABBAT
OLAM (Sabbath around the World). A Shabbat service based upon
the liturgy, customs and music from a Jewish community around the world will
help transport us to that place. The dinner after the service at 7 pm will feature
unique foods from that Jewish community.