The Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat) is a year-round observance and celebration. During the months of July and August, Temple Judea introduces some interesting variables making observance even more exciting and perhaps unexpected within the range of the traditional songs, Torah readings, blessings and prayers.
For starters, wine and cheese will be served in the lobby at 6 p.m. each Friday evening, followed by the Shabbat service in the Sanctuary at 6:30 pm. All are invited to attend.
The Adult Volunteer Choir will assist in the responsibilities of observing the traditions, prayers and songs of Shabbat each week in July and August, including the two weeks of Shabbat when Rabbi Chizner is on vacation. The new cantor, Deborah Jacobson, who has recently been appointed by Temple Judea, will begin her term in August.
The Adult Volunteer Choir is a group of congregants who are thoroughly familiar with and trained in conducting the Shabbat service. They come from a variety of vocations including two lawyers, a poet/author, two psychologists, the manager of a dental office, an insurance broker and a professional actor/musician/comedian. Tod Groman is the leader and trainer of the group. He is joined by Sha Beaman, Karen Blum, Irving Flamer, Dr.Stanley Goldklang, Susan Goldklang, Paula Groothuis, Dr. Vin Guarerra, and Spencer Herman.
Temple Judea is located at 333 Searingtown Road, Manhasset (off Exit 36 on LIE) and can be reached at www.temple-judea.com or (516) 621-8049. New members are always welcome.
