Tag: Institute for Judaic Services and Studies

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…

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…

Twins! Four Sets of Them!

Melanie Einbund Friday, April 28, was our last Shabbat Service until the High Holy Days. It was the last service for our outstanding accompanist Harrison Scheckler. Harrison leaves us to teach at a university in Iowa as Professor of Piano. Harrison learned Jewish liturgical music from scratch. We will be forever grateful for his commitment, performance, and…

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…

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…

IJSS and Got a Lake?

Melanie Einbund The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) hopes that our members and friends are looking forward to the Jewish High Holy Days. We welcome Rabbi Harari to our pulpit. The rabbi has been preparing services that will be traditional and informative. Sarah Bolt will be returning as our cantorial soloist. We are…

IJSS: Vacations, Food, and Summer Shabbat

Melanie Einbund The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies (IJSS) hopes that our members and friends enjoy the summer months. IJSS is preparing for the upcoming 2021-22 year. Rabbi Laura Harari will be officiating at our High Holiday services and monthly Shabbat services. She has an energetic personality, is a people person, and has a deep…