As the Jewish New Year approaches, the air is filled with a sense of anticipation and hope. One of the most profound traditions during this time is Selichot, a series of prayers that prepare us for the High Holidays. Attending Selichot is an opportunity for individuals and communities to come together for reflection and connecting to each other. Continue reading
How do you cope with the stress and anxiety brought on by global events that seem far away yet hit close to home? The wars in Israel and Ukraine have had profound global implications, and their impact is felt acutely in the United States.
For many, the emotional toll of these conflicts leads to heightened anxiety as we grapple with the uncertainty and fear that such global instability generates. Whether due to personal or cultural ties to these regions, or the intensified divisions within American society election, this sense of unease is growing. Continue reading
Dear Shomrei Community,
The last Shabbat Shabbat Your Way before the summer is on May 31.
I want to thank everyone who participated in Shabbat Your Way this year and especially everyone who opened up their homes. We hope you’ll continue to host people over the summer and we’ll officially pick up in the fall.
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One of the privileges of living in the United States of America, is being able to have conversations about politics and/or religion without the fear of one’s life being at risk. Continue reading
Dear Beloved Shomrei Community –
We did it! Last month 56 individuals and families from Shomrei either had or hosted Shabbat dinner. We’re hoping to have 50+ again for Shabbat Your Way this month, February 23, 2024. Our goal is to become a community where at least 100 out of our 225 individual and family members have or host Shabbat dinner at least once a month. Continue reading