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Purim Superhero
Nate and his classmates are working on their Purim costumes. All the boys in his class are planning to wear superhero costumes, but Nate loves aliens and would like to dress as an alien. Reluctantly, Nate decides to dress like the other boys as a superhero -- until one of his dads reminds Nate of the Purim story.
Purim: Women's Rights and the Story of Esther
In 2023, Purim falls within days of International Women's Day. While Purim always provides an opportunity to reflect upon how Esther's story relates to women's rights, its proximity to International Women's Day this year reinforces the focus on women's rights that is present in both holidays.
We Can Make a Difference: Support of Ethiopian Jewry
The Temple's religious school engaged in a year long project to support Ethiopian Jewry. They sold embroidery, hosted a Ethiopian-themed Shabbat, and created a national photo exhibit. Temple Jeremiah 937 Happ Road P.O.
South Bronx-Port Washington Community Partnership
The Temple partnered with two churches in the South Bronx in order to foster connections between the communities. Through tutoring, blood drives, homeless shelters, and other means, the communities have worked together through iner-faith relations to help make our world a better place.
Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom
Temple Committee Against Human Trafficking brought awareness on the issue of human trafficking to the community.
Time for Tikkun Pledge Drive
The Temple revamped its Social Action Committee by creating pledge cards in which congregants can indicate which type of Social Action projects they are interested in doing and how often they are available.
Shabbat Blessings for Families with Young Children
At sundown on Friday, we light candles, drink grape juice and eat delicious challah. We may do these three things on other nights, but at this time, when Shabbat is about to start, we recite special words called a blessing for each of these actions. These blessings remind us to stop and take a moment to appreciate the special time that is Shabbat.
Three Ways to Bring Shabbat Home
Shabbat is the Jewish holiday that comes each week. Its roots lie in the biblical story of creation when, in order to complete the work of creating the world, God rested on the seventh day
Playlist: Songs for an Enjoyable Shabbat with Your Family
Music is what makes Shabbat special for countless people the world over. After a good Shabbat meal, many people sing songs at their table. Others sing at synagogue. Lots of people do both
Kesher – Building Connections with Jewish Seniors
Congregants prepare holiday gift packages for Jewish seniors. Community Contact Information: Temple Shaaray Tefila New York, NY http://www.shaaraytefilanyc.org/ Goals: Provide warmth and friendship to elderly local Jews. Develop intergenerational bonds within the Jewish community.