Morning Minyan (EARLY)
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
Outdoor Hanukiyah Lighting
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,
Outdoor Hanukiyah Lighting
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,
EARLY Presser Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Please join Dorshei Derekh for a special early Kabbalat Shabbat service in honor of Presser Shabbat and Hanukah, led by Joey Weisenberg. All are welcome!
Stefan Presser Memorial Shabbat
Stay tuned for details on Dorshei Derekh's annual Stefan Presser Memorial Social Justice Shabbat.
Minyan Masorti Shabbat Service
This weekly member-led traditional egalitarian minyan puts an emphasis on a complete traditional prayer service, with repetition of the Amidah in Shacharit and a full Torah reading. The minyan meets in the Temin Canteen Room, and all roles in the service are coordinated and filled by members, who also organize social activities, study, and celebrations
Shabbat Sha’baby
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!
Shabbat Childcare
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
Shabbat Kid Space
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.