By Sinai Temple on
March 19, 2018
Over 50 families joined us March 2-4 for the 2018 Sinai Temple Shabbaton at Camp Ramah in Ojai, CA. This annual event brings families together from across the Sinai community (religious school, day school, etc.) for a weekend of connection, outdoor activities, music, arts & crafts, and, of course, Judaism. This year, the group was joined by Rabbi Nicole Guzik, Rabbi Erez Sherman, Rabbi Jason Fruithandler, Rabbi Andy Feig and Cantor Lisa Peicott. Each of these clergy members took time out of their busy schedules to connect with our members and lead them on a spiritual journey. For more information…
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March 12, 2018
This past weekend, nearly eighty 5th-7th graders spent a fun-filled weekend at Camp JCA Shalom for Sinai Temple Religious School’s annual Na’aseh Retreat. Despite the clouds and rain, morale was high and students arrived in sunny spirits, ready for an activity-packed weekend of Jewish learning and connection. Students bonded in the cabins, experienced Shabbat dinner, Shabbat service and Havdlalah together, embarked upon a night hike, and enjoyed ruach-filled (spirited) singing. They learned lessons on Shomrei Adama (protecting the earth) and connected to nature. A fan-favorite from the weekend was Robbo, the enthusiastic song leader, and the ultimate highlight was the community bonding…
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March 8, 2018
Sinai is on the road again! This week’s destination- Bird, Marella, Boxer, Wolpert, Nessim, Drooks, Lincenberg & Rhow in Century City! Over 15 members who work in the area joined us for a “Learn & Lunch,” hosted by members and firm partners, Ron Nessim and Sharon Ben-Shahar Mayer. Rabbi Erez Sherman led a spirited discussion around the question, “Is there religion in your office?” The answers were diverse and inspired some amazing dialogue. Most importantly, the mid-day session allowed our members to pause and infuse a bit of faith into the hustle and bustle of their daily lives. Sinai Temple’s “Learn & Lunch”…
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By Roy Regev on
March 8, 2018
March 4-6, our Sinai Temple delegation of nearly 200 joined over 18,000 pro-Israel activists at the 2018 AIPAC Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. Sinai delegates included students (Nazarian Teen Fellows), long-time temple members, young professionals and both Alice and Nahum Lainer School and Sinai Temple Religious School families. Sinai’s delegate of honor was an AIPAC newcomer, special friend and dear community partner, Pastor JP Foster of Faithful Central Bible Church. The overarching theme of the conference was the power of diversity and collaboration in support of Israel. AIPAC provided a platform upon which people of differing opinions and backgrounds found common…
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March 2, 2018
On Thursday, March 1, Sinai Temple hosted 75 people at the beautiful home of Eddia and Moji Mirharooni for Einstein and the Rabbi, a conversation between author Rabbi Naomi Levy and Angella Nazarian. The conversation centered upon the book’s core theme- exploration of the meaning and purpose of the soul, inspired by famous correspondences between Albert Einstein and a grieving rabbi. The evening concluded with a five minute spiritual meditation, led by Rabbi Levy. The group enjoyed a memorable evening of connection and stimulating conversation. Sinai Temple is proud of and inspired by the caliber of speakers we host, year after year. To learn…
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March 1, 2018
On Wednesday, February 28, the Sinai Temple Social Action Committee and Alice and Nahum Lainer School of Sinai Temple came together to pack bags for those in need. This month’s beneficiary of the packing was Chai Lifeline, a preeminent international health support networks supporting seriously ill children, their families, and communities. Packing with Purpose is a brand new initiative of the Social Action Committee. It is held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 3-4pm. The next session will be Wednesday, March 28 at 3pm and will benefit the UCLA Food Closet. For more information about the program, please call (310)…
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February 26, 2018
On Wednesday, February 21 Sinai Temple was transformed into a giant, temple-wide carnival! Hundreds of children and their families joined us to celebrate Purim with an afternoon of crafts, rides, games, costumes and, of course, a Purim play (complete with animal onesy clad clergy members). This event was a joint effort, brought to our community by Sinai Temple Religious School, temple administration, our clergy, Alice and Nahum Lainer School of Sinai Temple and almost all of our affiliate groups (special shout out to Dor Chadash, our young families group). Click HERE to explore a full album of photos on or…
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February 23, 2018
On Tuesday, February 20, nearly 200 community members joined Atid for an expert led panel discussion on How to Master Your Personal Brand Through Social Media. Moderated by lifelong Sinai Temple member Tiffany Matloob, the panel included behind the scenes strategists, social media stars, and business owners who use social media heavily for marketing purposes. Attendees gained access to insights on how to best use social media platforms for both personal and professional gain. This, of course, was accompanied by the opportunity to mingle and network with young professionals from across Los Angeles. To learn more about our Atid programming for…
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By Sinai Temple on
February 14, 2018
During the weekend of February 2-4, approximately 30 Sinai Temple Religious School families took time out of their weekly routines to spend a fun, enriching and spiritual few days at Camp Ramah in Ojai, CA. This weekend of activities, family and connection is an annual tradition and one of our religious school’s most popular programs. Highlights from the weekend included an engaging kids’ program, the bunkbeds (Always a big hit!), the Friday night adult tish program, belly dancing, adult massages, and wine tasting. This weekend is open to all religious school families and we invite you to join us in…
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February 13, 2018
On Sunday, February 10, all-star basketball player David Blu joined the Sinai Temple community and Rabbi Erez Sherman for a conversation about Jewish identity, determination and mindset in professional and competitive sports. David, a Maccabi Tel Aviv champ, is an LA native who was born to an African American father and a Jewish mother. He has two rules in life, “Be happy and be humble.” Playing around the world and specifically in Israel, David witnessed “a country surrounded by enemies, [where] basketball was a way to bring people together.” This experience provided him with great perspective and a strong sense…
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