We hope you are easing back into things this week. In case you missed the email last Thursday, here is an update. We are following the Temple's Reopening Task Force recommendation to not hold in-person programs at temple this week. You can find the adjusted schedule and a couple time-sensitive questions below. Rabbi Karen and Rabbi Micah
January 5/6 - No Hebrew classes/tutoring "Rabbi Office Hours" for Grades 3-6 studentsTues/Wed - Sign up for a Hebrew check-in time with either of the rabbis (phone, Zoom, or in person outdoors) - email Rabbi Karen and Rabbi Micah directly if interested NOW. Siddur Pick-Up: Come by either Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon to pick up your siddur prayer book (mainly 5th/6th graders) so you can be ready for the Shabbat Service! Let us know if and when you plan to come by. And check out home practice resources below!
Wednesday, January 6, 6:00-7:00 pm Double Chai REMOTE Sessionfor ALL Grades 7-12 Students Zoom link to follow.
Friday, January 8, 6:00 pm Shorashim Family Shabbat Experiencefor Grades K-6 and families Zoom link to follow, and see below for more details about the service including the opportunity to receive a Hebrew name, help lead a prayer, and connect with other families for Shabbat dinner.
Sunday, January 10 - No K-6 Shorashim There will be a special professional development meeting for teachers with Gateways, a local Jewish education organization committed to inclusion.
January 12/13 - All in person and remote sessions resume
Shorashim Family Shabbat Experience Friday, January 8, 6:00 p.m.
The past few years we have experienced wonderful Shabbat dinners and services together at temple! While these communal experience are limited right now, we recognize the value of coming together on Shabbat, even from a distance. It is especially important for Hebrew students to have the opportunity to listen to and participate in the Shabbat prayers.
This Shabbat evening, join through Zoom or Livestream for a very family-friendly Shabbat service. Get comfortable at home and all ages can join in! Please let the rabbis know if you would like to lead a prayer as a family, or especially 4th-6th grade students (i.e. blessing for candles, wine, challah, a Hebrew prayer or English reading). K-3 students are encouraged to write or illustrate a picture showing something they like about Shabbat or a question about Shabbat.
** It is "Shabbat Shemot - the Sabbath of Names" based on the week's Torah portion. If your child has not yet received a Hebrew name and would like to, please be in touch with the rabbis ASAP - we would be glad to help you and give you a special naming certificate!
You are welcome to join other Shorashim families for Shabbat Dinner if you would like after (or before) the service! Please sign-up by Jan. 6 below and we will match you.We'll give you a few resources to enjoy your virtual Shabbat dinner together! Zoom Shabbat Dinner Sign Up
Siddurim (prayer books) are available for pick up at the temple Tuesday or Wednesday - let us know if and when you want to come by.
A little Hebrew practice at home goes along way! Please see your folder for reading practice and prayers. Parents, thank you for your help! 3rd Grade: AlefBet Quest Book and online app - review letters and vowels learned so far. 4th Grade: Review all letters and vowels, practice reading chapters 1 and 2 in Prayerbook Companion. 5th Grade: Practice reading and chanting Birchot HaShachar (morning blessings). 6th Grade: Practice reading and chanting Avot, Gevurot, and Shabbat Evening Kiddush.
Check out this Great Online Hebrew Practice Resource Here!Online Hebrew PracticeClick on Prayer Practice and Alef Bet Practice
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