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Shabbat Healing Service at 6:30 pm
Join us in person or virtually for a service that will offer the opportunity for communal singing, reflective meditation, and an extended healing liturgy. The service will be preceded by an oneg starting at 6:00 pm. The oneg is sponsored by Mia Rossert in celebration of her conversion to Judaism.
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Labor on the Bimah Torah Study at 9:15 am
As we approach Labor Day, our Torah Study session will focus on labor justice issues. Our learning will be followed by a brief Shabbat morning service at 10:15 am that provides those who are saying Kaddish an opportunity to be in community.
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Elul
Jewish tradition teaches that the month before Rosh HaShanah, the month of Elul, is meant to be a time for teshuva– introspection with the intent to mend our ways and return ourselves to awareness and self-knowledge. This year we will spend Elul getting to know our new prayerbook so it can be a useful tool for our efforts to do teshuva and a helpful resource for engaging in our prayers this season.
Elul Kick-off Shabbat Service
Friday, September 6 at 6:30 pm
For our first Shabbat of Elul, we will focus on the structure and “topography” of the prayerbook and how form and function relate in both teshuva and prayer.
Lunch & Learn with the Editor of Mishkan HaNefesh
Saturday, September 7 at 1:00 pm
Join us after Kehillat Shabbat Services to learn about and discuss elements of the new machzor with Rabbi Leon Morris, President of the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies and one of the machzor editors. Rabbi Morris will join live from Jerusalem via Zoom. While we encourage in-person attendance, you may also join virtually.
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Mazel Tov to...
...Marsha Shaines and Bob Loesche on the birth of their grandson Calvin, son of Sam and Brittany Loesche.
We Extend Condolences to...
...Paul Batlan (Shelley Poticha) on the death of his father, Dr. Lawrence E Batlan. Shiva continues daily through Friday, August 30 from 3:00-6:00 pm at the Batlan-Poticha home.
...Ed Levy on the death of his wife, Mary Levy. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
...Sarah Raskin (Jamie) on the death of her mother, Arlene Perlis Bloom.
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Reminders
New Main Entrance
The South Entrance directly accessible from the parking lot is now Temple Sinai’s primary entrance, and the East (old main) Entrance near the main office and library is closed.
Labor Day
Temple Sinai will be closed on Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2. For pastoral emergencies, please call the temple at (202) 363-6394 and follow the prompts to reach a member of the clergy.
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Request Your Tickets
Tickets for Members & Their Guests
Tickets for our regular services at Temple Sinai and B-CC High School are available via the Member Portal on a first come, first served basis.
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Tickets for Everyone
Family tickets for our Tot Family Services are available to anyone in the community.
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Yizkor (Memorial) Book & Other Giving
Whether you are bringing a guest, honoring the memory of a loved one, or are inspired by our services, we hope you will consider making a gift to support the High Holidays at Temple Sinai. Submit Yizkor (Memorial) Book names, Bimah Flowers Dedications, and other High Holidays donations here.
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Volunteers Wanted!
Members who volunteer to serve as ushers and greeters during High Holiday Services play an important part in creating a warm and welcoming environment. We'd love to have you join our cadre of dedicated of ushers and greeters this year!
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Job Opportunity: TS Young Family Engagement Coordinator
Our Young Family Engagement Coordinator will serve as the lead program manager and point person for young family programming (children age 0-5) and engagement at Temple Sinai. We are excited about filling this brand-new half-time position with someone who is an organized connector and community builder. Do you know someone who would be perfect for the job? Is it you?
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Please help us spread the word about our great community!
If you think Temple Sinai would be a good fit for your friends, relatives, or neighbors, you can share that:
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Shabbat Services are open to all.
- Temple Sinai Nursery & Religious Schools are currently enrolling new students
- High Holiday Tot Family Service tickets are available for non-members, too!
- Erev Rosh HaShanah tickets will be available for non-members beginning September 6 as our capacity allows.
Prospective members can reach out to Karen Auerbach, Membership & Engagement Coordinator, or find prospective and member application forms here.
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Tot Shabbat Playdate
Saturday, September 7 at 9:30 am
Join a member of the TS clergy team to celebrate Shabbat, play, and enjoy some challah and juice too.
No RSVP necessary; we’ll be on the playground or inside if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Best for children ages 0-5 and their families.
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It’s Not Too Late to Register for TSRS 24-25!
Unsure what we offer? Program descriptions are available on the website.
Ready to register? This year, religious school registration is in ShulCloud. Once you login, click on the “Welcome” banner in the top right of your screen. From there, click on My Account. Then scroll all the way down to the bottom of the page and you’ll see Start School Enrollment.
Still have questions? Schedule a time to talk about our programs.
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SinaiReads Discussion
Tuesday, September 3 at 10:00 am
Join us for a discussion of The Golem of Brooklyn by Adam Mansbach, led by Rabbi Hannah Goldstein. This discussion can be joined in person at the temple or virtually via Zoom.
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Security Training for Members
Thursday, September 5 at 7:00 pm
Join us for an eye-opening safety orientation led by the expert team from JShield: Security by the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. This essential training is designed for all who frequently visit our building and are eager to learn effective strategies to enhance personal and community safety. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself with the knowledge and tools to stay safe and secure.
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Daytimers
Monday, September 9 at 1:00 pm
Join us via Zoom for "What Might Happen: Before and After November 5, 2024" with guest speaker Marvin Kalb.
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Visiting Scholar Weekend
Book Talk & Discussion
Saturday, September 14 at 7:30 pm
Rabbi Hannah Goldstein will moderate a conversation with Israeli author Etgar Keret. The program will be followed by a reception and book signing. Copies of Fly Already will be available for purchase from Politics and Prose, or you can bring your own books to have signed.
open to the community
Spinning Yarns Workshop
Sunday, September 15 at 4:00 pm
Keret will lead a workshop on collecting family stories and connecting them to objects in our lives and to our understandings of who we are and what we are meant to do with our lives.
members only
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Virtual Briefing on Freedom in Reproduction – Maryland (FIRM)
Wednesday, September 4 at 7:30 pm
Maryland voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballot on the Reproductive Freedom referendum this Election Day. A YES vote will amend Maryland’s constitution to ensure that everyone has the fundamental right to reproductive freedom, including the right to abortion access and birth control.
Join us on Zoom, to learn more from Freedom in Reproduction-Maryland (FIRM) organizers. Advanced registration is required - Invite your friends and family! Register
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Get Out the Vote: Texas
The Temple Sinai GOTV team is wrapping up our post card writing for this election season by writing to TEXAS voters.
Through our partners at Reclaim Our Vote, we’re writing to alert registered Black women in Texas to the urgency of voting this fall. Please join us to encourage Black Texas women to vote!
Sign up here (Cards should be mailed Oct. 1-15)
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In the Community
Interfaith Council Unity Walk
Sunday, September 8, 12:30pm-5:30pm
Interfaith Council’s annual Unity Walk is a public demonstration of love and support for all who live in our region. Walk with participants of all ages to visit different houses of worship in upper Northwest DC to learn about and experience diverse faith traditions. Come by yourself or bring friends and family to celebrate the wonderful diversity that exists in our region.
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Together & Secure: JShield Security Trainings
Sundays, September 8 & 15, 7:00-8:30 pm
As the High Holidays approach, join Federation's security service, JShield, for a critically important one-hour training session and Q&A to ensure our community's preparedness during the busy holiday season and beyond. Their experienced team will cover situational awareness, active threat response, how to manage emergencies effectively, and more.
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Thursday, September 12 at 7:00 pm
TSMRJ Book Discussion
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Friday, September 13 at 5:30 pm
Family Shabbat Dinner
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Sunday, September 15, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Sinai Wigglers
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Thursday, September 19 at 7:30 pm
Multiracial Sinai Presents: T’shuvah In Action—What Can Congregations Do to Advance Reparations For Slavery and Racism
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Saturday, September 21 at 9:30 am
Tot Shabbat Storytime
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Sunday, September 22 at 4:00 pm
TSWRJ Fall Social Event & Opening Meeting
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