Bar & Bat Mitzvah Tzedakah
Honoring the b'nai mitzvah
There are no fees for the services of the Rabbi, Cantor, or organist at a Bar/Bat Mitzvah. You may choose to make a voluntary contribution in honor of the B'nai Mitzvah to any of our Temple funds. Funds are described here for your convenience.
The custom of “making offerings” – giving tzedakah – as an expression of gratitude for all our blessings, traces back to Biblical times. Many questions concerning offerings are received by the Temple staff, particularly from new members. What is an offering? When are offerings made? What is the correct amount to donate?
An offering can be defined as an act of prayer in which the participant extends himself/herself beyond the act of uttering words. It exceeds mere vocal expression and indicates that an act of personal sacrifice has been performed by the donor. The amount of an offering is less important than the deed. A small offering made by a person of limited income is as noble in nature as a larger one given by a person of wealth.
Fri, July 11 2025
15 Tammuz 5785
Temple israel Happenings
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Thursday ,
JulJuly 17 , 2025Brotherhood BBQ @ Senasqua Park
Thursday, Jul 17th 6:00pm to 9:00pm
All men of Temple Israel are welcome to join the Brotherhood for grilled burgers, hot dogs & veggie burgers. Kids are welcome, too. We'll meet at Senasqua Park, in Croton, on the Hudson shoreline. We promise great sunset views and a chance to make some new friends, or catch up with old ones. -
Saturday ,
JulJuly 26 , 2025Renegades Baseball Game with Brotherhood
Shabbat, Jul 26th 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Join the fun and watch the Renegades Yankee Minor League team live in Fishkill. This is a family-friendly event! Feel free to bring your friends, family and neighbors. -
Tuesday ,
AugAugust 5 , 2025Current Events
Tuesday, Aug 5th 10:30am to 12:00pm
On the second Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 -12:00, join us at the Temple for our lively discussion around issues of local, national and international news events. We cover everything from breaking news to issues around health and well being and more! If you can't come in person, contact Shari to receive a link to join us virtually. -
Wednesday ,
AugAugust 6 , 2025Cocktails at the Lake with Sisterhood
Wednesday, Aug 6th 4:00pm to 9:00pm
All women of Temple Israel and their friends are invited to a social, relaxing sunset potluck dinner at Stillwater Lake in Ossining.
Events
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Friday Night
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Shabbat Day
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Upcoming Programs & Events
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Balak
Shabbat, Jul 12 |
Fast of Tammuz
Sunday, Jul 13 |