Welcome to Shabbat Sha'baby! This monthly Shabbat experience, for babies from birth to early walkers and their grown-ups, invites you to celebrate the special time of Shabbat with singing, movement, relaxation and play, and share and connect with other new parents and families. Come as you are for cuddles and 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
A dedicated space for youth to play Shabbat-friendly games; some games will be provided, but kids are welcome to bring their own. Please respect the space, and clean up and put away the games after playing them.
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
GJC is pleased to offer teen-supervised care for children age 6-12 so that parents can attend the afternoon programming during this special Shabbat.
Stay tuned for details on Dorshei Derekh's annual Stefan Presser Memorial Social Justice Shabbat!
Every year, the lawn in front of GJC is home to the Dancing Children Hanukiyah. Since 2000, Men’s Club volunteers have assembled this menorah, which is an integral part of the GJC community, bringing light to the holiday and the whole neighborhood. Sponsor a candle in honor or memory of someone special in your life,
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service, including Torah reading when appropriate, on Sunday, Monday, and Thursday mornings throughout the year in the Magil Chapel. The service is led by members in rotation with the Rabbi, and the Rabbi gives a short teaching at the end of each service to