This decision opens up these special Services to everyone – congregation members, prospective members, family and friends. In particular, the congregation encourages those who are unaffiliated or feel disconnected from the Jewish community to attend and re-establish their connection.
Led by Rabbi Ira Book and supported by Cantor Hannah Caratti, High Holy Day Services will be held at Congregation B’nai Torah’s new home at St. George’s Episcopal Church, located at 301 East 13th Street in Antioch.
Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) and Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) services will be held according to the following schedule:
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Wednesday, Sept. 8, 7:30 p.m.
Rosh Hashanah: Thursday, Sept. 9, morning service 10 a.m.; Children’s Service, 11 a.m. (approximately); Tashlich, 2 p.m. (approximately – bring your own picnic to Marina Park, Antioch)
Erev Yom Kippur: Friday, Sept. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Yom Kippur: Saturday, Sept. 18, Morning Service 10 a.m.; Children’s Service, 11 a.m. (approximately); Yizkor Memorial Service, 1 p.m.; Study Session, 3 p.m.; Afternoon and Neilah Services, 4 p.m.; Break-Fast, 6:30 p.m. (approximately).
While admission is complimentary, the Congregation does encourage donations to help offset the expenses related to hosting these services. Contributions are an important part of B’nai Torah’s budget, especially during the current economic downturn.
For more information, contact Matt Cordova at 650-759-6939 or mattjcord@comcast.net.
Congregation B’nai Torah provides a forum for worshiping God in the traditions of Reform Judaism. The Congregation seeks to provide an environment that includes spiritual, educational, social and celebratory aspects of Jewish life and a strong sense of Jewish community. Individuals and families are invited to join in celebrating, studying, and worshiping as Jews. All are welcome to participate in Shabbat services, holiday celebrations and social events.
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