Jewish tradition gives us this month as a period of preparation for entering into the High Holidays with awareness and motivation. To engage all of our senses in this process of restoration, TIP is offering a series of events throughout the month of Elul to nourish body, mind, heart, and spirit. More information coming soon! Rosh Chodesh Elul will be on Saturday, August 7th, 2021.
Awakening the Spirit for the Jewish New Year
Sunday, August 15, 11:00am-3:00pm
Temple Israel Portsmouth will host a Community Day of Music and Movement: Awakening the Spirit for the Jewish New Year. This participatory, family-friendly event will include a variety of Jewish and secular music, yoga, chi gong, Zumba, Israeli folk dancing, African drumming and some surprises. A light (individually wrapped) lunch will be provided. Come for individual segments or the entire event. All ages welcome. A Zoom option is also available.
Saturday, August 28th, 8:15pm
Join us for havdalah followed by an evening of storytelling by congregants on the subject of forgiveness. A gentle and engaging Selichot service will follow the storytelling with new and familiar melodies for the High Holiday season. Guest musician/harpist Carol Emanuel will inspire and enhance our service.
This service will be in person in the sanctuary and on Zoom.
View/Download PDF of Selichot Service
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