OUR ROSH HASHANAH INFORMATIONAL EMAIL WILL BE SENT TOMORROW |
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Pikuach nefesh, the protection and preservation of life, is a fundamental value of Judaism and of B’nai Moshe. The current public health situation related to the Delta variant - its ease of transmission and its impact on both the vaccinated and unvaccinated, has driven the leadership of B’nai Moshe to make the prudent decision to implement a face mask requirement at the synagogue. Effective immediately, face masks are required for all persons attending congregational activities - religious services, meetings, and other in-person activities, regardless of vaccination status. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we navigate these difficult times.
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When Is It Time To
Yell at God?
How many of you have felt like yelling up at God and saying:
“Hey God – isn’t it enough – pandemic, civil strife with people fighting over vaccines and masks, wildfires, hurricanes, the crisis of Afghanistan? Give us a break!!”
We are tired, we are frustrated, many of us feel like we are simply done with this pandemic. We want to be able to come into the synagogue and sit with our friends, schmooze in the halls, and celebrate the new year together. In short… we just want our lives back…
If you can relate to any of those feelings, you are not alone!
But perhaps that can help us really get into the realities of the High Holidays. Far too often we approach the holidays as simply a ritual to go through – like our ancestors in the days of the Temple… “Make the sacrifice and all will be forgiven.”
But this week’s parashah comes right before Rosh HaShanah to tell us “This is not about an empty ritual. This is VERY REAL and needs your full attention.”
As we stand together on the final Shabbat of 5781 we will join together to gain strength from our community, we will gain insight from our Torah, and we will gain energy to keep moving on from the love we can share.
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Scattered by Hurricane Ida, New Orleans Jews struggle ahead of High Holidays
While many fled the city, those who remained are faced with long periods without power and air conditioning amid sweltering heat; several services will again be held over Zoom
As more ways of helping in the relief and recovery efforts are made available I will post them here.
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HINENI... HERE I AM.
“Here I am, lacking in merit, trembling and frightened – who, who am I??”
Do you ever feel this way?
What would it look like for you to truly embody the person you hope to be?
Rabbi Josh Warshawsky gives this timeless piece of liturgy a whole new life and meaning. Allow him to prepare you for the New Year.
For the Song click on the picture above
For more information
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Getting Ready for
Rosh HaShanah
Do you feel that the High Holidays are sneaking up on us way too fast? Have you forgotten some of the prayers, traditions, or recipes you need to get into that Rosh HaShanah Spirit.
Check out
to brush up on all of this and more as we get ready for a brand new year!!!
to learn more
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Mazal Tov to Lisa & Dan Sperling, Heather & Steven Sperling and Marilynn (David z"l) Chatlin on the marriage of their daughter and grand-daughter Jenna to Nathan Reisenauer. The wedding took place in Colorado and our sources tell us the venue, the wedding, and, of course, the bride were beautiful. Mazal tov to the entire family!
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Due to CDC recommendations, we are now requiring masks while in the building for both vaccinated and non-vaccinated individuals.
Additionally, we ask that when you walk into the sanctuary, you not sit directly in front of, behind, or next to anyone who does not reside in your household. Please be considerate that there are people who prefer keeping a safe distance.
We will still be streaming our services on Zoom and YouTube for those who will be participating from home. No one will be left behind.
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BRINGING B'NAI MOSHE INTO YOUR HOME |
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B'nai Moshe is thrilled to Zoom interactive daily and Shabbat services right into your home.
Click the links below to join the services
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All Morning Services....................................................
Monday - Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30 am
Saturday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m.
meeting ID 841 184 670
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Afternoon/Evening Services .........................................
Sunday thru Thursday at 6:00 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE THAT SUNDAY AFTERNOON/EVENING SERVICES ARE AT 6:00 P.M.
Friday at 5:45 p.m. (mincha) and 6:00 p.m. for Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma'ariv
meeting ID 438 683 527
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If prompted, the Password for all services is: CBM1911
If you'd like to pick up a siddur, please contact Rabbi Kantor by emailing him at rabskantor@bnaimoshe.org. He'll bring it right to your car!
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MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOUR MACHZOR |
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Just a reminder that the High Holidays are next week! Whether you are planning on joining us in the sanctuary or will be joining us virtually on Zoom or on YouTube, you'll want to make sure you have your machzor with you. If you are in need of a machzor please contact the office at 248-788-0600 as we have them for $36 each. It truly is a great machzor that you will enjoy for years.
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LULAV & ETROG ORDERS MUST BE IN BY SEPT. 10 |
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"Shake Up" your Sukkot holiday by having a lulav & etrog set to use in your sukkah and home.
The cost for a lulav & etrog set is $45 and must be in the office no later than 1:00 pm on Friday, September 10.
You can call in your order by calling 248-788-0600. Office hours are M-Th 9 - 5 and Fr 9 - 1. The office will be closed on Monday - Wednesday, September 6 - 8.
Lulav & Etrog sets will be available for pick up on Sunday, September 19.
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR CONSERVATIVE EDUCATION |
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Your donation makes a difference for higher education |
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LET CHEF CARI FILL YOUR TABLES AND TUMMIES |
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We love summer as much as the next guy, beaches, camping, pools. Love it. That’s why it feels so darn strange planning our Rosh Hashanah carryout menu so early this year. It’s literally Labor Day.
We hate to rush the rest of this beautiful summer so we won’t! We will savor every last sunset. We want to invite you to our new website, www.chefcari.com, and our future home of fresh n ready to see and order from our Rosh Hashanah carryout menu.
As usual, because we love your constant support and encouragement, we’re offering the largest and freshest menu around. And as promised, our new pickup system will have you in and out with no more then a 10 minute drive-through wait!
You can order and pay online. You can pick up in west Bloomfield or Oak Park/Southfield.
We love and appreciate you and hope you have a new year filled with love, laughter, peacefulness, health, and happiness!
Chef Cari & Yisroel and team
PS, the new year has something very exciting coming, can’t wait to share!
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VISIT OUR LIBARY OR LET OUR LIBRARY VISIT YOU |
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Friends of the CBM Library
It's Time to Renew or Join Your
Friends of the Library Membership
Your $18/year membership supports all library activities including the acquisition of new books and materials, computer automation and more.
To renew or become a Library Friend please send a check payable to
Cong. B'nai Moshe and include the phrase "Library Friends" on the memo line.
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STAY SAFE AND STAY HEALTHY |
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