What's Happening at the GRJC
THIS WEEK'S SERVICES
Friday, April 19
7:00 pm: Erev Shabbat service
Shabbat
Saturday, April 20
Saturday, April 20
9:00 am: Shabbat service
10:45 am: Discussion of The Human Rights Haggadah by Shlomo Levin highlights human rights issues in the Passover story. It provides Jewish and secular sources for each, along with questions for discussion. It’s a must for those who want to find contemporary meaning in the seder by using it as a springboard to discuss human rights. Shlomo will lead us in a discussion of its themes. Books will be available for purchase (with payment made after Shabbat).
PLEASE NOTE: Shabbat services (Friday evenings and Saturday mornings) are held in-person with a livestream option. If you do not receive our announcements and would like to view the livestream, please contact Jforman@grjc.org.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Torah on Tap - "What is Freedom 'Four'?"
Monday, April 15 at 7:00 pm
This session, we'll be taking a look at the Haggadah in anticipation of Passover! We'll talk about freedom, teaching the next generation, and what this seder thing is all about. Join our rabbinic intern, Alex Friedman and community members for Torah study. Email alex@grjc.org to RSVP and receive meeting location.
Senior Schmooze with Rabbi Schlosberg: Interfaith Mock Seder
Tuesday, April 16 at 12 noon
Please join Rabbi Schlosberg and other community members for a mock Passover seder. Bring a friend of another faith so we can educate and share the beauty of our tradition with them. Sign up HERE or RSVP to jforman@grjc.org. Flyer HERE.
Discussion of the Human Rights Haggadah
Saturday, April 20
9:00 am: Service / 10:45 am: Discussion
The Human Rights Haggadah by Shlomo Levin highlights human rights issues in the Passover story. It provides Jewish and secular sources for each, along with questions for discussion. It’s a must for those who want to find contemporary meaning in the seder by using it as a springboard to discuss human rights. Shlomo will lead us in a discussion of its themes. Books will be available for purchase (with payment made after Shabbat).
Saturday, April 20
9:00 am: Service / 10:45 am: Discussion
The Human Rights Haggadah by Shlomo Levin highlights human rights issues in the Passover story. It provides Jewish and secular sources for each, along with questions for discussion. It’s a must for those who want to find contemporary meaning in the seder by using it as a springboard to discuss human rights. Shlomo will lead us in a discussion of its themes. Books will be available for purchase (with payment made after Shabbat).
"Get to Know Gan"
Sunday, May 5 from 9:15 to 10:00 am
Got kids going into Kindergarten in the fall? Sign up for this special introductory session and learn about the GRJC's Hebrew School program just for the Kindergarten set. Flyer HERE. Sign up HERE.
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You may join our Men's Club or Sisterhood at any time.
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Sponsor a Kiddush
We welcome you to celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, new baby/naming, graduation or other event by clicking HERE. Please contact the main office first to make sure your requested date is available.
We welcome you to celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, new baby/naming, graduation or other event by clicking HERE. Please contact the main office first to make sure your requested date is available.
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SUPPORTING ISRAEL
Federation of Northern NJ Israel Emergency Fund: 100% of funds raised will go to Israel.
Friends of the IDF (FIDF): Donations will go to help get Reservists back to Israel, help provide basic needs to the soldiers in the field, and to support families of fallen soldiers.
Friends of the IDF (FIDF): Donations will go to help get Reservists back to Israel, help provide basic needs to the soldiers in the field, and to support families of fallen soldiers.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Guide to Jewish Senior Living - a Resource for Jewish Seniors and their Families - Click HERE.
Resources from The Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Check out this resource guide for Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties. We encourage you to use it to find a helping hand, guidance and/or support for you, your family or your friends and neighbors. It is organized into four categories:
- Food and Nutrition, including Senior Services
- Economic Relief
- Mental Health Services
- Domestic Violence
Check out this resource guide for Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties. We encourage you to use it to find a helping hand, guidance and/or support for you, your family or your friends and neighbors. It is organized into four categories:
- Food and Nutrition, including Senior Services
- Economic Relief
- Mental Health Services
- Domestic Violence
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