Thank you for coming together for a meaningful and memorable Chanukah celebration last Sunday! We hope you appreciate the many layers of planning that contribute to such engaging experiences, as well as every Sunday. As we know too well, COVID has impacted all the ways that we do things these days. We're so glad to hear about children being vaccinated, that is a blessing.
For a variety of reasons, we have created a special educational program for this Sunday, the last Sunday before the winter break (the following weekend is a Shabbat experience). It will be slightly shorter, 9:30-11:00. Please read carefully and see the details and options below. We encourage a parent/adult to participate along with your child, especially grades K-3. Rather than grade level classes, you will choose as a family how you want to participate. These experiences will take place distanced in the temple's larger spaces. Please sign up by Friday if possible to help with spacing and planning.
Let me know ANY questions and see you soon! Rabbi Karen
Shorashim Family Choices THIS Sunday:
Havdalah Story and Blessings REMOTE ONLY on Zoom SATURDAY, December 11, 5:00-5:30 pm PJ's welcome! Bring your own wine, spices, and candle if you have, and join in this brief ceremony as we say goodbye to Shabbat together.
SSH (Sunday Sandwich Hevre) in Social Hall Making lunches for a homeless shelter. Learn a little about this mitzvah and do a good deed! Note: We are looking for a family to deliver to Brockton after. We are obligated to make and deliver 50 lunches. Donations are welcome: oreo cookies, pretzels, creamy peanut butter, squeezable jelly, ziplock sandwich bags, brown paper lunch bags.
Jewish Object Museum in Sanctuary Bring a Jewish object from home that is special to your family. Share its significance, if there is a related story, and why it is special and meaningful to you and your family. If you can, prepare a few sentences describing what it is and what it does. You will share and view together.
Jewish Games, Movement and Music in Beit Simcha/Outdoors Enjoy fun community building and games, movement activities (i.e. Torah yoga, walking, etc. you'll decide together) and some cool tunes.
Grades K-6 Sunday, December 12, 9:30-11:00 am Special Family Schedule (SEE ABOVE) Begin together on the parking lot for opening blessings followed by family learning choices. (11:00-11:30 optional playground/basketball)
Hebrew Learning for Grades 3-6 Continues December 14 and 15
Shorashim Shabbat Family Experience Friday, December 17 at 6:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service (in person or livestream) Saturday, December 18 at 9:30 am (in person Tot Shabbat for families with younger children)
A little Hebrew practice at home goes along way! Please see your folder for reading practice and prayers.
3rd Grade: AlefBet Quest Online lessons and games 4th Grade: Practice reading one line blessings and Barechu 5th Grade: Practice reading Avot/Imahot (beginning of Amidah) 6th Grade: Practice reading and chanting the Torah blessings
CHECK OUT THESE SOUND FILES BELOW TO HELP WITH HEBREW HOME PRACTICE - click on the name of the prayer:
Each Sunday morning we need parent volunteers to help especially when children are outside. Due to COVID, students are outdoors when possible. We need adults to walk the perimeter around the temple to help with security, and to assist teachers with moving supplies. Get your steps in! Please volunteer for at least one session. You can also email Rabbi Karen.
