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Religious Services at Temple Israel
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An Overview from Rabbi David Hartley Mark Check our Calendar for Current Services/Times
Because organized prayer - tefillah b'tsibur - is a part of what makes us a community, I like to explain the variety of services we offer. Here is a listing, with explanations: Weekday Minyan: Tues - Thurs, 5:15-5:30pm: These short services are held in our main Sanctuary at 5:15 pm, just before the conclusion of Religious School. It's a fine way to end one's day, whether it was easy or harried. Singing the words of our ancient liturgy, we come into contact with G-d, and can pour out our hearts before Him/Her. We forgive G-d for the day's shortcomings; G-d forgives us, and we can, perhaps, forgive ourselves, as well. We depend on our other congregants to support these daily services. There is nothing more satisfying than ending one's day by thanking G-d for the blessings we enjoy. Friday Night Shabbat Service: You can also view this week's Torah Portion by clicking any of the links above. 7:30 pm-8:30 pm: These services follow my "Meditative Minyan" format, wherein we chant a Chasidic nigun (ditty), to induce a prayerful mood. We sing some prayers, and discuss the challenges of the past week. We may also reflect on the Torah portion or the deeper meaning of a particular prayer. On the first Friday of the month, we follow a Family Service format beginning at 7 pm. Shabbat Morning Service: 9:30-12 noon: This is the most traditional service we conduct. Transliteration sheets are available for those who are "Hebraically challenged", and one can learn to sing many prayers through simply attending on a regular basis. Singing the age-old prayers is comforting, even if one does not fully understand their meaning. For a period of about two hours, our weekday cares and concerns fade away, as we align ourselves with the world's Jewish community in celebrating the peace of Shabbat. Of course, refreshments follow both Friday night and Shabbat morning services. Where would Jews be without a nosh and a schmooze? |
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