SHABBAT WORSHIP

The foundation of Jewish life, of course, is worship. Temple Israel’s religious services are uplifting and full of congregational singing and modern in outlook.  We are a congregation, that loves to sing, and you will soon find yourself joining in as you recognize and learn traditional and new melodies.  Services are held every Friday. 

The first Friday of the month our service begins earlier at 6:30 PM to better accommodate family worship.  Though children are always welcome and encouraged to attend all services, Family Shabbat services are particularly geared to family needs. Instead of a sermon Cantor Hickman gathers the children about her for a story and a parade through the Sanctuary with the Torah scrolls.  Please join us after this service (approximately 7:00 PM) for a potluck supper.  The cost is $2.00 per person for the main entree and bring a side dish or a dessert to share. All other Friday evening Shabbat Services begin at 7:30 PM.

Friday Night Live! A contemporary style service of music, dance and reflections, Friday Night Live is a warm and inviting way to spend Shabbat.  The service includes the Temple's Band and Choir and is held the third Friday of every month at 7:30 PM.  The concept is simple - our prayers are music and dance.  The music is a patchwork quilt of our new and old melodies.  As Reb Nachman of Breslov used to say "Get into the habit of singing a tune.  It will give you new life and fill you with joy."

Saturday Shabbat morning services are dedicated to prayer and Torah study and we often have the pleasure of celebrating a Bar or Bat Mitzvah.  Please check the monthly bulletin for Saturday service dates.