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TEMPLE CONGREGATION SHOMER EMUNIM
The Temple, a Reform congregation, is located in Sylvania and has been a center for spiritual fulfillment and cultural fellowship for over 135 years. We provide a vibrant, warm home for Jewish people of all ages and backgrounds, and recognize the diversity in Jewish families today. We invite you to share with our Temple family in our Sabbath worship. For more information, please call 419-885-3341.
Temple Shomer Emunim
www.templese.com
Mitzvah Meals
Temple Shomer Emunim is offering its Mitzvah Meal program as a resource for the entire Jewish community. Community members interested in purchasing Mitzvah Meals should visit the Temple website at www.templese.com/mitzvah-meals where weekly menus are listed. You can either email your weekly menu choices to lnusbaum@templese.com or call The Temple office at 419-885-3341 to place your order over the phone. Mitzvah meals are prepared by The Temple. Mitzvah Meal menus will be available each Monday. Orders must be placed no later than Wednesday at Noon. Meals will be available for curbside pickup at the Temple or delivery (if necessary) every Friday afternoon. Please go to www.templese.com/mitzvah-meals to see our weekly menu.
CONGREGATION B'NAI ISRAEL
Congregation B’nai Israel is the center for Conservative Judaism in the greater Toledo area. We are an egalitarian congregation, and embrace both Jews and those in the community at large who wish to explore and enhance their connection with our God and with Jewish spirituality, learning and culture. We are dedicated to lifelong learning for people of all ages.
Congregation B'nai Israel
www.cbitoledo.org
If you are not a member of CBI and would like to attend services, please contact the CBI office at 419-517-8400.
Erev Sukkot/Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Friday, September 29, 2023 at 5:45 PM – In-Person/Zoom
Kiddush in the CBI Sukkah
7:02 PM - Light Shabbat/Holiday Candles
Shabbat/Sukkot Services - Day 1
Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 9:30 AM – In-Person/Live Stream
Kiddush luncheon after services in the CBI Sukkah
A short Mincha service will follow Kiddush
SERVICES ARE OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
If you are not a member of Congregation B'nai Israel and would like to attend, please call 419.517.8400 to be added to the guest list.
8:00 PM - Light Holiday Candles from existing flame
Sukkot Services - Day 2
Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 9:30 AM – In-Person/Live Stream
Kiddush luncheon after services in the CBI Sukkah
7:58 PM – Holiday Ends
Simchat Torah Celebration & Dessert at CBI
Saturday Evening, October 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM In-Person at CBI
Simchat Torah Services – Hakafot – Ice Cream Bar – Drink a L’Chaim – Wave a Flag – See the Entire Torah
No cost, however voluntary donations would be greatly appreciated
Please let us know if you would like to donate when you make your reservation.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
RSVP to the office by Monday, October 2, 2023.
WCBI Women’s Gathering
Thursday & Friday, October 19 & 20, 2023 at CBI
“The Journey Continues” at the CBI Women’s Gathering. This unique 2-day event for Toledo Jewish women of all ages will be held at Congregation B’nai Israel. Workshops and speakers covering many topics including exercise, arts, gardening, Judaica and more plus four delicious meals; $80 all included.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
Please contact Sandy Traugott to request a registration packet ASAP. She MUST have your completed registration forms & check by October 5, at the latest! sandyt624@gmail.com 419.841.6865.
Adult Ed: Synagogues of South Africa
A historical photographic exhibit by Cantor Ivor Lichterman dedicated to his mother, Miriam Lichterman (2002-2022)
Sunday Evening, October 29, 2023, 7:00 PM at CBI
Cantor Lichterman invites you to join him for an intimate opening of the exhibition.
Refreshments will be served.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS AND THE PUBLIC
Special thanks to the sponsors of this program.
RSVP to the office or to kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Monday, October 23, 2023.
ZOOM SERVICES SCHEDULE FOR MONDAY/THURSDAY MORNING MINYANS & EVENING MINYANS:
Monday & Thursday Morning Minyans at 8:00 AM – Zoom & In-Person
Sunday Morning Minyan at 9:30 AM – Zoom & In-Person
*Monday – Friday Evening Minyans at 5:45 PM on Zoom
Kabbalat Shabbat Service at 5:45 PM on Zoom
*except when replaced by Holiday Services
Sunday Morning Minyans at 9:30 AM – Zoom and in-person
If you are from another congregation and would like to join the service, please contact the office at 419.517.8400.
CONGREGATION ETZ CHAYIM
Congregation Etz Chayim is an Orthodox synagogue affiliated with the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. We conduct Sabbath and Holiday services as well as daily morning and evening services. A Mikva is located on the premises and reservations for its use can be made by calling the office at 419-473-2401.
Congregation Etz Chayim
www.etzchayimtoledo.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
CONGREGATION ETZ CHAYIM
HOR D’OEUVRES IN THE SUKKAH
Everyone is invited to enjoy hors d’oeuvres in the sukkah on Wednesday, October 4th at 5:30 p.m. Minyan will begin at 6:00 p.m.
ART MUSEUM TOUR SCHEDULED
Andrea Delman will lead a tour at the Toledo Museum of Art on Wednesday, October 18th at 11:30 a.m. Please register with Nancy Jacobson or Elsa Leveton.
MAHJ & POKER GAMES SCHEDULED
Mahj and Poker have become very popular at the synagogue! The next scheduled games will be on Sunday, October 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
SHABBAT SERVICES SCHEDULED
Shabbat Services and a kiddush lunch will be held on Saturday, October 28th. Rabbi Stephen Belsky will be leading the services and the synagogue will be honoring members who celebrated birthdays and anniversaries during September and October.
CHABAD HOUSE OF TOLEDO
The Chabad House is the center of educational, communal, and outreach activities for the entire Jewish community from youngsters to the elderly. We offer Shabbat and Holiday services, Holiday celebrations, adult education, women's events, preschool & summer camp and family programs in a comfortable non-judgmental environment. All are welcome regardless of background, observance or affiliation.
Chabad House of Greater Toledo
www.chabadtoledo.com
Special Thanks
Here at Chabad House of Toledo we recognize that we couldn’t offer such wonderful resources and support to the community without the generous gifts of our donors, sponsors and volunteers. We want to give special thanks to all those that give so much of their time, talent, and resources to ignite the Jewish spirit in the greater Toledo area. If you would like to volunteer your time and talent, please contact us at info@chabadtoledo.com or take a look at our website for more information. If you would like to make a donation, please visit our website here.