This special musical service--literally, "the sound of singing"--is led in the Charry Sanctuary by Rabbi Zeff and Executive Director Nina Peskin singing in harmony, and it features new melodies and kavanot (short spiritual reflections) rather than a formal teaching. The service, which includes a drummer, invites us to enter the peaceful and reflective space of Shabbat by
HA-MAKOM: SACRED SPACE IN JUDAISM In this Beit Midrash series we will explore the idea of sacred space in Jewish thought, from the Mishkan (Tabernacle) in the wilderness to the Temple in Jerusalem to Israel and the modern synagogue. How do spaces contain or channel the divine? How do they change the people in them
During the months of January & February, students from across GJC's many communities learn, sing, pray, eat, and spend time together on Shabbat mornings. The classes are taught by our outstanding religious school faculty, and are geared towards the dual goals of experiential Jewish learning and building kid-community.
GJC is pleased to provide drop-off childcare, sponsored by Women of GJC and supervised by an Early Childhood Program teacher, on Shabbat mornings for children age 2-5. Children play and read stories in one of the Early Childhood Program's rooms. No reservations are necessary. The teacher may be able to accommodate children under age 2
Led by Rabbi Zeff, this weekly service puts an emphasis on learning, with a shorter Shacharit prayer service and a longer period for study, led by the Rabbi and by members. The service meets in the Charry Sanctuary during the year, place where most of our Bar and Bat Mitzvah services and celebrations take place,
This weekly member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P'sukei d'Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d'var Torah. The minyan meets in the Maslow Auditorium, and all roles in the service are coordinated and filled by members, who also organize social activities, study, and celebrations throughout the year.
A parent-child Shabbat service, led by Miss Amy Jo Rosenthal, for children up to age 6. Ginat Shabbat is a garden of delights for our youngest families ready to move their bodies and take part in fun and engaging Shabbat activities! This minyan prays from its own age-appropriate siddur; the service includes prayer, sharing, and
In this weekly prayer service, children take the lead in running the program contributing in whatever way is comfortable for them. Some children lead prayers in English or Hebrew; some prepare Torah readings; even the youngest children participate in a variety of activities that do not require reading knowledge. Any child who wants a leadership
The sorting party is an amazing opportunity to both volunteer for a good cause AND get first pick of the goods! If you are interested in helping out at this fun event, or at the Women's Clothing Giveaway itself, please be in touch with Genie at geniebud@gmail.com.