Nov. 30, 2023

Dear Friends,
The naming of a baby is both a celebration of new life and of entering into the covenant of the Jewish people.

At our Shabbat Evening Service (7:30 PM) we bestow a Hebrew name upon Sasha Nicole Villafane, daughter of Leah and Pablo, and formally welcome her into our community.

Have you ever wondered about alternative ideas about God for those who question traditional belief? There is actually an array of provocative thought, which we will explore at our Shabbat Morning Torah Study (10:00 AM).

 Hanukkah is around the corner. Come to the Mitzvah Mall this Sunday (11:00 AM) to learn about some wonderful charities helping Israel. Donate, and you will receive a lovely card, that makes for an especially meaningful holiday gift. 

While Hanukkah has a strong home component, we invite you to enhance your celebration by joining us next week, for:

1. Fri. (12-8) Shabbat/Hanukkah Family Service, lighting of our 123-year-old menorah, and festive oneg 
2. Sat.(12-9) Shabbat/Hanukkah Torah Study on the Book of Maccabees
3. Sun.(12-10) Swinging Hanukkah Jazz Concert (2:00 PM), with a wine and cheese reception!

Shabbat shalom,
Rabbi Schwartz