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Thank you for joining us for 5780 High Holy Days!

Click below to explore the full length Ziegler Sanctuary Rosh Hashanah, Kol Nidre and Yom Kippur services, led by Rabbi David Wolpe, Cantor Marcus Feldman and accompanied by Organist/Choir Director Aryell Cohen.

Rosh Hashanah Service: September 30, 2019
https://youtu.be/PnMZuzqJsoM
Kol Nidre Service: October 8, 2019
https://youtu.be/EsPzENCxAu4		 Yom Kippur Services (all day): October 9, 2019
https://youtu.be/nN5su_OqhtM

A GUIDE THE HIGH HOLY DAYS 5781

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RUTH & ALLEN ZIEGLER SANCTUARY

Rabbi David Wolpe | Cantor Marcus Feldman | Aryell Cohen and Choir
Reserved Seating, Choir, Organist Accompaniment
Continuing the traditions of Sinai Temple with a contemplative, educational and inspiring experience. Teaching and sermon by Rabbi David Wolpe, with the rich, liturgical music of Cantor Marcus Feldman, accompanied by Organist and Choir Director Aryell Cohen and our Sinai Temple professional choir.

SHOFAR BLAST IN WEINBERG GYMNASIUM

Rabbis Nicole Guzik, Erez Sherman & Sam Rotenberg | Cantorial Soloist Ellen Sugerman
Open Seating, Children’s Service, Contemporary Instrumental Accompaniment
Singing, dancing, and storytelling! Bring your shofar as we blast in the New Year together. Suggested for young children up to 3rd grade.

FAMILY MINYAN

Rabbi Erez Sherman | Martin Neumann
Open Seating, Families with Children Welcome
Family Minyan is a welcoming, traditional service characterized by lay participation, explanations and teachings, with a warm sense of community and connection. Individuals, couples and families with children are invited to attend. To participate in our services, please contact Rabbi Sherman at esherman@sinaitemple.org.

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TORAH IN THE ROUND

Rabbi Nicole Guzik  | Cantorial Soloist Ellen Sugerman
Open Seating, Families with Children Welcome, Contemporary Instrumental Accompaniment
A blend of traditional and contemporary liturgy, this engaging, reflective, and musical High Holy Day service is designed for the entire community. Adults and families with children are welcome. To participate in our services, please contact Rabbi Guzik at nguzik@sinaitemple.org.

ATID 20s & 30s ALTERNATIVE SERVICES (AGES 21-39)

Rabbi Sam Rotenberg | Cantorial Soloist Liz Baseman
Open Seating, Young Adults, Contemporary Instrumental Accompaniment
Through traditional liturgy, contemporary interpretation and a blend of traditional and modern music, our Atid High Holy Day services are personally meaningful for our community’s young professionals. To attend, you may become a Sinai Temple Young Professional member or purchase a-la-carte tickets. For questions or to participate in our services, contact Rabbi Rotenberg at srotenberg@sinaitemple.org.

3RD–6TH GRADE SLICE SERVICE

Rabbis Sam Rotenberg &  Andy Feig | Religious School Director Danielle Kassin | Director of Musical Engagement Jacob Gown
Open Seating, Children’s Service, Contemporary Instrumental Accompaniment
A musical, interactive and engaging service, led by teenage SLICE (Student Leaders in Congregational Engagement) participants. Parents welcomed too.

7TH-12TH GRADE SERVICE IN KOHN CHAPEL

Rabbi Sam Rotenberg 
Open Seating, Children’s Service, Contemporary Instrumental Accompaniment
A fun and interactive service for teens, which connects them to major themes of the High Holy Days.

LEGEND

High Holy Days Legend

Monkarsh Family Erev Rosh Hashanah Live Service
JOY & JERRY Z’L MONKARSH FAMILY

EREV ROSH HASHANAH LIVE SERVICE

A musical celebration with Rabbi David Wolpe, Craig Taubman, and Cantor Marcus Feldman. Open to the community.

STUDENT
PROGRAMMING

During the High Holy Days, specially designed programming is available for students ages 3 – 18. All student activities end at the conclusion of adult services. Parents must immediately pick up their children (ages 3 – 6th grade) at their program locations. Every child must have a ticket.

Age 3 – 2nd Grade
We welcome our youngest students to the Douglas Family ECC on G level, where they will enjoy music and activities led by staff. All children must be potty-trained.

3rd – 6th Grade
Students are immersed in educational stations, arts and crafts, meaningful activities, and age-appropriate services, led by Rabbis Andy Feig and Sam Rotenberg, Jacob Gown and Danielle Kassin. The 3rd – 6th grade SLICE (Student Leaders in Congregational Engagement) service is led by 8th – 12th graders.

7th – 12th Grade
Teens are invited to a High Holy Day experience designed just for them. Led by Rabbi Sam Rotenberg, services and programming encourage teens to find personal meaning in the prayers and themes of the High Holy Days.

Religious School Tashlich at the Beach
Sunday, October 6 at 10:30 am
Sinai Temple members and friends are invited to join the Religious School community for morning Tashlich at the beach in Santa Monica. Please contact (310) 481-3271 for location and to RSVP.

 

LULAV & ETROG SALE

Order your Lulav & Etrog through Sinai Temple by Friday, September 27, 2019. 100 sets have been ordered and are available on a first come, first serve basis.Click here to order.

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MEMBERSHIP

Sinai Temple High Holy Day services are open to Sinai Temple members.
Interested in membership? Click Here for more information.