An Alternative High Holy Day observance, blending joy and meaning, ancient and modern Jewish wisdom, traditional and creative prayer.
Worship Leader ALEPH Rabbinical Student Lorin Troderman
High Holidays are free for all who are 30 and under!
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High Holy Days
Date | Event | Details |
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Sunday, September 25, 2022 | ROSH HASHANAH EVE | Erev (Evening) Rosh Hashanah We'll Gather at 6:15 and start Promptly at 6:30PM |
Monday, September 26, 2022 | ROSH HASHANAH 1st DAY | First Day of Rosh Hashanah |
9:00 - 9:45 AM Quiet Meditation | ||
10:00 AM Prayer Service, Including Torah service at 11:30 | ||
1:00 PM Kiddush with Challah, Apples, Honey and Schmoozing | ||
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | ROSH HASHANAH 2nd DAY | Second Day of Rosh Hashanah |
10AM - 1PM A walk at the Reservoir to discuss the Torah portion, reflect on and share about Rosh Hashanah themes, and observe tashlich (casting away our mistakes). Meet at the main parking lot of the reservoir on Farmington Ave in West Hartford with comfortable shoes, water, a blanket or other portable seat, and snacks or lunch (as you wish). |
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Tuesday, October 4, 2022 | KOL NIDRE | Yom Kippur: Kol Nidre We'll Gather at 6:15 and start Promptly at 6:30PM |
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 | YOM KIPPUR | Yom Kippur |
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Quiet Meditation | ||
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM Prayer Service, Including Torah service at 12 | ||
It is a powerful experience to both begin and end the day in community prayer, so we invite you to return for the closing services. Home hospitality for afternoon rest is available for those traveling from out of town. Or, explore the nature trails at Westmoor Park, near the church. | ||
1:30 PM - Potential Afternoon Energy Exercise | ||
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Yizkor | ||
4:45PM - 6:00PM Minchah, afternoon services | ||
6:15 PM - 7:25 PM Neilah, Closing Services | ||
Followed by a pescetarian (vegetarian and kosher style fish) potluck break-fast |
*Overnight hospitality available for those traveling long distances:
Contact Elaine at pnaiorct@gmail.com to make a request.