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Bar and Bat Mitzvah
Bar and bat Mitzvah
Welcome to the wonderful journey ahead of you!
We hope you will find helpful information in these pages as you prepare for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah. When you become a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, you become a Son or Daughter of the Commandment.
The most basic questions everyone faces in life are, "Why am I here? What is my purpose?" Religion does not give tidy answers to those questions, but it gives you a framework in which to explore. As Jews it is our responsibility, our mitzvah, to reflect God's presence in the world and to help bring significance to our lives.
Some people find meaning by attending services, studying Torah, giving Tzedakah, becoming socially involved, or by internalizing the special spiritual connection you are making at this time and carrying it through to your life as an adult, and passing that on to your own children down the road. We hope you, and your entire family, will savor both the learning experience and the spirituality that will emerge from your efforts.
We wish you a hearty "Mazel Tov!" as you prepare for your exciting journey, and your congregational family looks forward to the day you will lead us all in prayer.
Additional B'Nai mitzvah Information
Tue, March 19 2024
9 Adar II 5784
Temple israel Happenings
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2024The Barbie Megillah Purim Spiel
Shabbat, Mar 23rd 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Our immensely talented cantors and choir members present "The Barbie Megillah," with cameo appearances by other special performers. This all-ages, family friendly spiel will have everyone rolling in the aisles and singing along to their favorite pop hits! The spiel will be preceded by a light supper and beverages for children and adults. Supper begins at 6 PM followed by the Spiel at 7 PM. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024Temple Tots
Sunday, Mar 24th 9:30am to 10:30am
Families with young children connect on Sunday mornings and Friday night dinners throughout the year (no membership is required!). All families with young children (ages 5 and younger) are encouraged to attend our interactive Jewish experiences. Older siblings and friends are welcome. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024A Spinning Good Time on the Hudson - Offsite
Sunday, Mar 24th 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Come spend the afternoon lunching, climbing, tagging and gaming! Our first family fundraising event for Temple Israel. All families and friends of families are welcome! -
Monday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2024Community Service Through Flowers
Monday, Mar 25th 11:00am to 12:30pm
The program promotes a sense of peace and unity within our community and beyond through acts of loving kindness and social justice. Our goal is to bring joy into the lives of the elderly by creating floral arrangements which are distributed to local nursing homes and to build community among volunteers through this process.
Events
Friday Night
Candle Lighting : 6:53pm |
: 7:00pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:30am |
: 6:00pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
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Mar 23 |
Mar 24 |
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Mar 25 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayikra
Shabbat, Mar 23 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Mar 22, 6:53pm |
Taanit Esther
Thursday, Mar 21 |