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B’nai Mitzvah with Rav Bracha
B'nai Mitzvah Welcome with Rav Bracha
Dear Parents and soon-to-be B'nai Mitzvah,
Welcome, and mazal tov!
The journey that your family is embarking upon is a momentous one. Becoming a bar or bat mitzvah has the power to be utterly transformational, imbuing a sense of maturity, responsibility and achievement. For many people, completing this rite of passage also provides a lasting connection to, and sense of ownership of, the Jewish tradition and the Torah.
Parents: as you help guide your child through this "hero's journey," you will likely encounter trials along the way. Becoming a bat or bar mitzvah requires a level of study and focused attention that may well be unprecedented in your child's life. For parents, too, especially parents who did not go through this rite of passage themselves, there will be many questions which elude easy answers. In addition, a whole host of practical details — like those concerning invitations, caterers, venues and DJs — fall upon the parents of bnai mitzva to organize. Our program is designed to help you navigate all the details on your path.
Our hope, as a synagogue and a community, is to help support and guide you and your family as you embark upon this important mission. The day of your child's bat or bar mitzvah will be one that you remember for the rest of your life. It is an occasion of extraordinary joy and connectedness, where family and friends from near and far come together to mark an unforgettable achievement and rite of transformation.
You and they will be very proud. We look forward to celebrating with you!
With warmest wishes,
Rav Sarah Bracha, on behalf of the Nevei Kodesh community
Your B'nai Mitzvah Journey at Nevei Kodesh
Becoming a B’nai Mitzvah is a special part of your child’s journey. It is a ritual milestone that gives your child an opportunity to be an active member in the Jewish community. At this time, your child’s voice is heard and respected by the community, your child chants prayers and the parasha, portion of Torah, in front of friends, family and your Nevei community. It's a time of connection, growth and reflection. At Nevei, we've developed at two-year B'nai Mitzvah journey called, "Crossing the River." Our B'nai Mitzvah program works closely with our Religious School and Hebrew learning to take your child and family on an amazing path together.
We welcome students of all ages and at all stages on their Jewish journey to join our CTR B'nai Mitzvah program.
To learn more about Crossing the River, contact our Director of Family Life, Brooke Fisher
Thu, April 26 2018
11 Iyyar 5778
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Friday
Apr 27Earth Day Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, Apr 27th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Saturday
Apr 28Saturday Morning Shabbat Service and Jake Aloia Bar Mitzvah
Shabbat, Apr 28th 10:00a to 12:00p
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Wednesday
May 2Exploring the Mystical Hebrew Alphabet
Wednesday, May 2nd 6:30p to 8:00p
Learn to look deeper into the Hebrew letters, unveiling their tribal origins, hidden aspects, and alternate meanings… You will never look at the Aleph-Beit the same way again! Bonnie Houghton is a Spiritual Ecologist, Outdoor Educator and Student of Jewish Wisdom Traditions. Raised in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, she brings a uniquely expansive and down-to-earth aspect to Jewish Soul practices and teachings. Har Mussar-Mountain Mussar, mountainmussar@gmail.com Members: $48 Non-Members: $60 for the series, $12 and $15 per class. -
Sunday
May 6Jewish Broadway Returns! Dinner, Live Show & Auction!
Sunday, May 6th 5:00p to 9:30p
Our most important fundraiser of the year! Dinner, a live show and auction. Stay tuned for details. -
Wednesday
May 9Exploring the Mystical Hebrew Alphabet
Wednesday, May 9th 6:30p to 8:00p
Learn to look deeper into the Hebrew letters, unveiling their tribal origins, hidden aspects, and alternate meanings… You will never look at the Aleph-Beit the same way again! Bonnie Houghton is a Spiritual Ecologist, Outdoor Educator and Student of Jewish Wisdom Traditions. Raised in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, she brings a uniquely expansive and down-to-earth aspect to Jewish Soul practices and teachings. Har Mussar-Mountain Mussar, mountainmussar@gmail.com Members: $48 Non-Members: $60 for the series, $12 and $15 per class. -
Wednesday
May 16Exploring the Mystical Hebrew Alphabet
Wednesday, May 16th 6:30p to 8:00p
Learn to look deeper into the Hebrew letters, unveiling their tribal origins, hidden aspects, and alternate meanings… You will never look at the Aleph-Beit the same way again! Bonnie Houghton is a Spiritual Ecologist, Outdoor Educator and Student of Jewish Wisdom Traditions. Raised in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, she brings a uniquely expansive and down-to-earth aspect to Jewish Soul practices and teachings. Har Mussar-Mountain Mussar, mountainmussar@gmail.com Members: $48 Non-Members: $60 for the series, $12 and $15 per class. -
Saturday
May 19Leil Tikkun Shavuot, Our Mothers' Torah: Women's Wisdom for Our Times at Har Hashem
Shabbat, May 19th 7:30p to Sunday, May 20th 5:00a
The program, at Congregation Har HaShem, begins at 7:30 p.m. with a light meal, songs, and teachings as we prepare to conclude Shabbat. We’ll continue into the night with study sessions; a rabbinic panel discussion on Women’s Wisdom for our Times: Voices of Change, Voices of Eternity; prayer and meditation options; interactive learning experiences and community conversations; and kosher holiday refreshments. Free to attend & all are welcome! -
Wednesday
May 23Exploring the Mystical Hebrew Alphabet
Wednesday, May 23rd 6:30p to 8:00p
Learn to look deeper into the Hebrew letters, unveiling their tribal origins, hidden aspects, and alternate meanings… You will never look at the Aleph-Beit the same way again! Bonnie Houghton is a Spiritual Ecologist, Outdoor Educator and Student of Jewish Wisdom Traditions. Raised in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, she brings a uniquely expansive and down-to-earth aspect to Jewish Soul practices and teachings. Har Mussar-Mountain Mussar, mountainmussar@gmail.com Members: $48 Non-Members: $60 for the series, $12 and $15 per class. -
Friday
Nov 16
Friday, Nov 16th 5:00p to 6:00p
Nevei young children, friends and family are welcome to join Susan with PJ Library for a special Shabbat night of books, family and fun!