Join us in person or online for this evening of special prayers for forgiveness, designed to help us prepare our hearts and minds for repentance, and a learning program based on that theme. 

8:45-9:00 p.m.    Light refreshments in the Social Hall

9:00-9:45   Program
Merciful and Compassionate: The 13 Attributes, from Biblical Story to Compelling Ritual
presented by Reb Josh Schreiber (full description below)
Click here for the Program Source Study Sheet

9:45-9:50  Changing of the Torah Covers

9:50-10:30  Selichot Service, led by Rabbi Gordon and Cantor Abramowitz
Click here for the service handout

Streaming Option links: LiveControl or YouTube

Merciful and Compassionate: The 13 Attributes, from Biblical Story to Compelling Ritual

At the heart of the Selichot service we find the so-called "13 attributes of mercy," which Moses heard in the divine voice following the sin of the golden calf. As preparation for our service, Rabbinic and Cantorial Intern Josh Schreiber will lead us in an encounter with the texts behind the ritual, both biblical and rabbinic, as well as later Hasidic commentaries. Together we will ask: how can Moses' mythical experience be relevant to us today? How can these ancient words serve as a tool to help us come to terms with our own shortcomings?