Adath Israel Congregation
2011-2012
5772
Junior
Congregation takes place in Sagel Chapel from 10:30 to noon.
Children join the congregation in the main sanctuary at 11:30 for Adon Olam and
Kiddush
Tot Shabbat
takes place in the Marcus Chapel from 11:00AM to noon.
Junior Congregation Dates
2012
February 25
March 24
April 21
May 5
Tot Shabbat Dates
2012
February 25,
March 31,
April 14,
May 26,
June 16,
July 28,
August 18,
Tot Shabbat
Join us for an amazing Shabbat experience for children aged two and a half through kindergarten and their parents (or grandparents). Tot Shabbat helps little ones become familiar with a Shabbat morning service routine. Through songs and stories, they explore the Torah portion of the week. Tot Shabbat participants have their own special Aron Kodesh, complete with ark curtain and soft, huggable Torahs. Attendees are invited to bring with their own soft Torahs to put into the ark before the service, so they can hold it for the Torah parade during the service. The half hour service starts at 11:30 AM and ends at noon with Kiddush.
Junior Congregation
Some of the most important components of a good Jewish background need more than just study in a classroom. It is essential that our students have regular synagogue experiences on Shabbat that excites and inspires them.
Held in the Sagel Chapel, on the second floor of the Jarson Education Center, Junior Congregation includes an interactive Shabbat morning service and Torah study.. Our Torah study takes a variety of forms: Midrash, Parsha Play, story or chanting a portion of the parsha from a sefer Torah. Children have an opportunity to actively participate in the service.
I encourage you to send your children to Junior Congregation and make them a part of our community. Parents are also welcome to come in to participate or just to watch.
Shabbat Attendance Rewards Program for all students!
After Shabbat Morning Services, students should approach Mr. Weiner, the Ritual Director, to have their attendance posted on the "official" Shabbat attendance list. This year we will keep track of Shabbat attendance of students in all grades.
The students’ progress will be charted and displayed in the second floor hallway of the Jarson Education Center.
Students who attend 12 services or more will receive special recognition at the closing assembly.
