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HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICE INFORMATION As of now, High Holy Day services will be a hybrid of in person and virtual. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK YOUR EMAILS FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES. In person services will be limited to congregants only - we are unable to offer in person services to guests, including extended family who are non-members. There will be no tickets this year and check-in will be verified at the door.
To attend any High Holy Day service, everyone over the age of 2 must properly wear a mask and adults must provide proof of vaccination. Please be prepared to show your vaccination card, or to streamline the check-in process, you may email a copy in advance to smardt@oyrtbetham.org. ________________________________________________
*Erev Rosh HaShanah Monday, September 6, 7:30 PM Rabbi Tornberg will share two, short sermonic reflections The service will include a special "Mi Shebeirach" - Prayer for Healing.
*Rosh HaShanah Morning Service Tuesday, September 7, 10:00 AM Sermon by Rabbi Leib Join us as we honor all essential medical workers with a group Aliyah.
Teen and Tween BAFTY Rosh HaShanah Experience Tuesday, September 7, 10:00 AM (in-person only) Scheduled for the courtyard (weather permitting) or Temple Beth Torah Chapel if needed. "New Year, New Normal, New Me."
*Family Service Tuesday, September 7, 2:00 PM Join all our clergy for a short, engaging, and meaningful holiday celebration and service. Enjoy a Rosh HaShanah story told by Rabbi Tornberg.
Tashlich Join our clergy for Tashlich as follows: Rabbi Leib Tuesday, September 7, 4:15 PM At the Tookany Creek bridge on High School Road in Elkins Park.
Cantor Zarkh Tuesday, September 7, 4:15 PM At the home of Penny and Paul Anderson 1406 Valley Road, Meadowbrook, PA 19046.
Rabbi Tornberg Wednesday, September 8, 2:00 PM Raindate: Thursday, September 9 At Ann's Choice in Warminster by the Liberty Courtyard fountain.
Young Family Rosh HaShanah Journey Wednesday, September 8, 9:00-11:00 AM Weather permitting on the SOEL playground. Join us for lots of Rosh HaShanah activities.
*Second Day Rosh HaShanah Service Wednesday, September 8, 10:00 AM Led by Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh with sermon by Rabbi Lynnda Targan.
Nature Walk with Rabbi Tornberg Wednesday, September 8, 10:00 AM Looking for an alternative spiritual experience for your Rosh HaShanah celebration? Join Rabbi Tornberg at Pennypack Trail (798 Welsh Road - parking lot next to the Huntingdon Valley Post Office) for hiking, learning, reflection and meditation. If you're planning to attend the nature walk, please RSVP to the main office, Stacey Mardt:smardt@oyrtbetham.org; (215) 886-8000. ________________________________________________
HIGH HOLY DAY FOOD DRIVE
Each year at the Jewish Holidays, Beth Am participates in the annual High Holy Day Food Drive.
We will be collecting the following food items dring the month of September:
Cheerios whole grain oats Gluten Free Breakfast cereal, 8.9 oz.
Kosher Strawberry Preserves 12 oz. jar
Please drop off your donations when you come to the Temple for services or meetings, or in the bin at the back door. We also ask that you check the expiration date before donation.
If you are unable to get to the Temple, please contact Sandie Buller at sandiecb@aol.com to arrange a pickup.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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