At our November Shabbat, with his pragmatism, scholarly history, and prognostications, Rabbi Sanford Seltzer addressed the war in Israel with concern, historic references, and guidelines as to how we can act and support Israel. The prayers and traditional worship offered were enhanced by Eliyanah Powers, cantorial soloist, and Dr. Josh Nichols, accompanist. Their musical accompaniment…
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Generals, September 2023
High Holy Day Services
The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) invites the congregation to High Holiday Services. Important Dates: Rosh Hashanah evening services will begin on Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. Rosh Hashanah morning services will be held on Sept. 16 at 9 a.m. Tashlich services will be held on Sept. 16 at the SaddleBrooke Golf Course lake…
Clubs & Classes, July 2023
IJSS: Summer!
As we get into summer, it is nice to stay connected and celebrate the changes and warmth of the season. In friendship, we will meet a couple of times during the summer just to say “hello.” A gathering for July is also being planned as a congregation with Jewish Friendship Group (JFG) to meet before…
Clubs & Classes, January 2023
Services, IJSS Annual Meeting, and the ‘R’ Words
The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) held their annual meeting on Dec. 16. Annual reports and elections for 2023 board members were a part of the agenda. Because this article is submitted to our newspapers prior to Dec. 16, election results and action items aren’t listed. IJSS begins the new year with services, which…
Clubs & Classes, September 2022
Welcoming Our Clergy, Congregants, and the High Holidays
On Sept. 21 members are invited to attend The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) Welcome Back Happy Hour gathering. This is a time for congregants to welcome back Rabbi Sanford Seltzer. In the spirit of old and new acquaintances, IJSS hopes that this occasion will be one of warmth and friendship. IJSS hopes that our…
Clubs & Classes, July 2022
IJSS Update
A Season of Change: Late spring as it turns to summer is supposed to be calmer, restful, and free of excitement. Not so at the Institute of Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS). Rabbi Sanford Seltzer, who is rejoining us as our rabbi, was aware of the need for a cantorial soloist and accompanist. Talk about the…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
IJSS Has Much to Be Thankful for and More to Come
Our final Shabbat services until High Holidays were held on April 22. Rabbi Laura Harari officiated. Cantorial soloist Sarah Boltt offered prayers in our tradition. David Mancini-Conway was our accompanist. The service was a warm and caring one given by our clergy, none of whom will be returning next year. We are thankful for the…
Religion, February 2022
IJSS Celebrates Shabbot and Tu Bishvat
Well, we figured we had it all arranged, but then another COVID variant emerged. So muster we did and asked our members their thoughts. Zoom it was! Shabbat service was held on Jan. 28 with Rabbi Harari officiating. Reminder: Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) dues for the calendar year January through December are due…
Religion, December 2021
IJSS Celebrates Chanukah!
In October, Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) members observed Shabbat services via Zoom. Rabbi Harari officiated, and Sarah Boltt and David Mancini-Conway accompanied the cantorial soloist. Hopefully, this will be the last Zoom service, as we plan to meet in person for Chanukah in December. Our previous Zoom services for the High Holy Days…
Religion, November 2021
IJSS Observes Yom Kippur and Shabbat Services and Looks to Volunteers
Melanie Einbund Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) members observed Yom Kippur via Zoom on Sept. 15 and 16. Rabbi Harari officiated, and Sarah Boltt, cantorial soloist, was accompanied by David Mancini-Conway. They provided both traditional and contemporary services. Readings of poetry and prayers were recited throughout the service, which added meaning to the…