Shabbat Nahamu (Comfort), marks the shift from the admonitions and despair of Tisha B’Av to the consolation and hope of the new year. How do we make this transition? Our Friday night service begins 6 pm and concludes around 6:50 pm. This week I will lead the davening and share a teaching.
Our service is designed to create a buffer between the work week and Shabbat rest. We aim to make the atmosphere like a family shabbat table complete with Candle Lighting, Blessing one another, Kiddush, and Motzei. Before and after the service we take time to check in with one another and share greetings (feel free to log on early). Our service has been abridged for ZOOM but includes familiar and new melodies, readings from the margins of the siddur, and some learning.
SHABBAT MORNING:
The Ten Commandments
This week’s parsha, V’Etchanan (Deut. 3:23-7:11), is an absolute treasure trove, containing a second version of the Ten Commandments, the first paragraph of the Shema, and the passages that inspired the Wise Child of the Passover Seder. Our service begins at 10 am in our sanctuary, and you can join us in person or on Livestream. Linda Dietrich and I will read Torah, Heidi Wortzman with read Haftorah, and I will offer a teaching. Services will conclude around noon and will be followed by a kiddush luncheon.
Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Lisa Feld
Shabbat Conversations
with Rabbi Feld
Join us in the synagogue library at 9:30 am on Saturday mornings, beginning August 5, as we take time before our morning service to learn more about the parsha and the hidden meanings of our prayers. Light snacks will be provided.
Simcha Shabbat & Kiddush
Simcha Shabbat - 1st Shabbat of each month. Share your family's celebratory moments with the congregation by helping sponsor kiddush. More info
And we know that there are times when congregants and families simply want to sponsor kiddush outside of our monthly Simcha Shabbat. To acknowledge a special occasion, such as a yahrzeit or other important event, simply go to our Donations webpage
Alternative Shabbat Programs
Starbucks Shabbat: Saturdays at 12 pm onZOOM Enjoy an informal cup of joe while discussing various topics from the weekly parsha to current events. No RSVP needed; come regularly or pop in!
