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Mid-January at the Downtown Synagogue
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Upcoming Events
All events are at IADS unless otherwise noted. For more information on some of the events below, visit our website.
An MLK Sunday Breakfast with Rabbi Capers Funnye
Sunday, January 19th, 9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Congregation Beth Shalom, 14601 Lincoln Street, Oak Park, MI
Join us in welcoming Rabbi Capers Funnye, leader of Chicago's African American synagogue, as he gives insight into having overlapping identities and honors the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. A light breakfast will be served.
This event is being held in partnership with JCRC/AJC, Congregation T'chiyah, Congregation Or Chadash, Congregation Beth Shalom, Kehillat Etz Chayim, Temple Emanu-El, and Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue.
Second Annual MLK Interfaith Celebration
Monday, January 20th, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 pm.
Second Baptist Church, 441 Monroe Street, Detroit, MI
Join us for our Second Annual MLK Interfaith Celebration in partnership with Second Baptist Church and Old St. Mary's Church. We will be coming together in collaboration and commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and work.
We invite you to an afternoon filled with a musical performance by DSA Choir, a historical presentation led by Keynote Speaker Reverend Joseph B. Samples III, and a luncheon. During the luncheon, we will be leading attendees through a deep-dive reflection on the social injustices facing us in modern times. As we reflect and address our modern day injustices, we encourage folks to work together to create a sustainable path towards active engagement, peace, and community collaboration.
Free and validated parking available at any of the Greektown Casino parking facilities or the Brush Street Garage (1001 Brush Street, Detroit, MI) -credit/debit card required to enter.
Detroit Family Tu B'Shvat Seder
Sunday, February 2nd, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue
Join Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, Dor Hadash, and our Detroit families for our
Tu B'Shvat Family Program as we celebrate the birthday of the trees! This event is open to families with kids of all ages, as we will explore the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shvat through an interactive Tu B'Shvat Seder, hands on activities, a Tu B'Shvat tasting, and so much more. (This will be a nut free program)
Join with
Hazon Detroit, the
JCC of Metro Detroit, and 16 synagogues from across the denominational spectrum for Judaism's most arboreal holiday, as we celebrate the trees, learn about the climate, and gather together to embody and envision a healthier and more sustainable world for all.
There will be a light, kosher, holiday-themed dinner, in addition to the ritual foods and wine that are traditionally enjoyed at the seder.
All food and wine will be vegetarian and kosher. There will be dairy-free and gluten-free options available. Handleman Hall is ADA accessible. Please reach out to Hannah with any other accessibility needs that you need Hazon to accommodate.
In grateful partnership with the JCC of Metro Detroit, Adat Shalom Synagogue, B'nai Israel Synagogue - West Bloomfield, Congregation Beth Ahm, Congregation B'nai Moshe - "Welcome Home", Congregation Shaarey Zedek, Congregation Shir Tikvah, Congregation Tchiyah, Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, Jewish Ferndale, @Kehillat Etz Chayim, Keter Torah Synagogue, Temple Beth El, Temple Emanu-El (Oak Park, MI), Temple Israel, West Bloomfield, MI, Temple Kol Ami, and The Well.
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Interested in enrolling your child in Sunday School with the Downtown Synagogue? Reach out to the Director Of Education Becca Steinman-DeGroot for more information on this new and exciting development!
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Get ready 'cause here we come...
Second Annual Motown Lip Sync Battle!
Are you ready to sing your heart out? Look no further... we are thrilled to announce the Second Annual Motown Lip Sync Battle the evening of
Saturday, February 29th, held in partnership with Breakers Covenant Church International.
We are going to celebrate our shared love of Motown music in the city that started it all! Our communities will form collaborative teams and we expect the competition to be fierce in our quest to honor diversity and the beauty of the city of Detroit and its music. We hope that you'll join us in this collaborative endeavor!. We will perform 4-5 songs/team.
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New Shabbat Traditions with the
Downtown Synagogue
We invite you to join us as we continue to expand our Shabbat traditions. We will be holding
Sleep In Shabbats on the third Saturday of the month.
Sleep
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In
Shabbat
?! You heard right. Don't worry about getting up early- we will all be getting a late start. Join us as we kick off
Shabbat
morning with a delicious brunch starting at 10:30 a.m., and mincha services beginning at 12:00 p.m.
Dates of Sleep-In Shabbat:
- Saturday, January 18th
- Saturday, February 15th
All are welcome at our Musical Kabbalat Shabbats led by musician and music educator Gavri Yares, held on the first Friday of the month.
Dates of upcoming Musical Kabbalat Shabbats:
- Friday, January 24th (bonus weekend!)
- Friday, February 7th
- Friday, March 6th
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Mazel Tov to Josh Berkow & Sarah Pappas on the birth of their daughter Miriam Zakiyyah Berkow-Pappas, and Gavri & Laura Yares on the birth of their son Jonah!
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Now Accepting:
Children's Books for DPSCD students
We are very excited to announce a new partnership with Detroit Public Schools Community District, as part of our membership within the DPSCD Faith-Based Council. We have been paired with Palmer Park Preparatory Academy with the goal of supporting the students, teachers, and staff in the ways that best serve the community.
We are now accepting donations of children's books in fair to good condition. All books will be donated to Palmer Park Preparatory Academy, and will be placed in classrooms that are in need of more books. We hope you will join us in this new endeavor of further supporting our community!
Donations may also be made during Friday and Saturday Shabbats- a donation bin is placed in our foyer in front of the elevator.
If you have any questions, please email
Nicole.
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Volunteer opportunities at the Downtown Synagogue!
- Read at Palmer Preparatory Academy: We are officially part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District's Faith-Based Council, and have been paired with Palmer Prep Academy! Volunteers will read to various grade levels during school hours, taking part in the new Let's Read initiative! Volunteer opportunities will begin in the fall. Please reach out to Nicole if you would like more information.
If you are interested in volunteering with us, please email
Nicole.
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Tributes at the Downtown Synagogue
In honor of Vadim Avshalumov by Jodee Fishman Raines
and Roy Raines
In honor of Rabbi Ariana Silverman by Jodee Fishman Raines
and Roy Raines
In honor of Arlene Frank by Jodee Fishman Raines
and Roy Raines
In honor of Nicole Feinberg by Jodee Fishman Raines
and Roy Raines
In honor of Liz Kannon by Jodee Fishman Raines
and Roy Raines
In memory of Melvin Lester by Jodee Fishman Raines and Roy Raines
In honor of Oren Goldenberg by Beverly Kent Goldenberg and Michael Goldenberg
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Yahrzeits at the Downtown Synagogue
We invite members to share the name and Yahrzeit of your loved ones with us.
Our membership form provides space for you to include Yahrzeit information to honor your loved one's memory. If you are not currently a member, you may access our membership form
here, complete the general information, and fill in the Yahrzeit information.
If you are a current member, you may submit your loved one's Yahrzeit information to
Liz. Please include English name, Hebrew name, English date of death (before or after sundown) and Hebrew date of death. We understand that you may not have complete information, so please include what information you do have.
We invite you to worship with us and say Kaddish during the Yahrzeit of your loved ones.
Yahrzeit reminders will be sent to Synagogue members in advance of the month of the specific Shabbat date when the yahrzeit is observed. Beginning in the spring, we will send an email notification to remind you of Yahrzeits of loved ones whose names will be read at the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate contacting the office at the email above or at 313.962.4047.
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Call for Mi Shebeirach
During our Shabbat morning worship, we read the names of people in our community who are in need of healing. As we invoke God's blessing, we also become more aware of the people who could use a little extra care. Please let us know if you would like us to read the name of a loved one.
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Get Involved!
Green the Synagogue!
If you are interested in being part of an effort to make our synagogue more environmentally sustainable, please contact Rabbi Silverman.
Help Us Cook!
We're always seeking volunteers to help us in the kitchen! We pride ourselves on our delicious home cooked Shabbat meals. If you want to contribute to the synagogue by cooking, please contact our office to get on the schedule.
Clean House!
As we work to clean up and clear out in our Synagogue, we ask your cooperation. If you notice a spill, please wipe it up. If you drop crumbs, please clean them up. If you use the kitchen, please clean up. If you have extra papers or handouts, please take them home to recycle them. Just a reminder: please no food or drinks (other than water) are allowed on the 2nd floor. As we continue to create our welcoming communal home, please help us to keep it inviting. As the saying goes, "it takes a village."
Gemilut Chasadim - Our Caring Community
As life presents challenges, surprises, and celebrations, please let the Downtown Synagogue community know, so we can acknowledge your experiences. Please share your information with us here.
Amazon Smile
The Downtown Synagogue is now on Amazon Smile! If you use Amazon.com to buy useful and useless things, a percentage of eligible purchases gets donated back to us. Please bookmark this link and don't forget to use Amazon Smile when you shop Amazon. Thanks for your support!
Shop at Kroger
Make sure to register your Plus Card and designate IADS as your Kroger Community Rewards Program, if you haven't already done so. When you shop at Kroger, swipe your Plus Card each time you shop and the synagogue benefits. It's that easy! For more information, or to sign up,
click here.
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Don't Forget!
We hold regular Shabbat services!
Join us to unwind and socialize with refreshments at 5:30 pm
Shabbat Services every Friday night start at 6:00 pm
Rabbi Silverman leads services the first three Fridays of every month
Liven up your weekly routine by joining us to welcome Shabbat. In the midst of busy schedules and tantalizing local events, Friday nights at IADS remain a signature weekly rhythm. Whether you have joy you wish to share in song or you are feeling in the mood to just be quietly present, we have a place reserved just for you. Services at 7:00 pm followed by a deliciously prepared Kosher vegetarian dinner. End your hectic work week with
ruach and community.
Torah study (before Saturday services) at 9:00 am
Shabbat services every Saturday morning at 10:00 am
Rabbi Silverman leads services the first three Saturdays of every month
Where would Jews be without the Torah? Torah is the center of our Saturday Shabbat service. It is a mitzvah to make a
minyan so we can read the Torah and people can say
kaddish. Please come to the Saturday morning Shabbat service at 10:00. We want to pass the Torah
l'dor vador.
Contact us if you have questions or requests pertaining to our service schedule.
Get Your IADS T-Shirts Today!
Our incredibly soft tees have been seen all over the city. Grab yours today before they run out!
T-shirts are a suggested donation of $18. Contact the office for more information.
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Alternate Ways to Get to the Downtown Synagogue!
Take the QLine - park along the route, hop on the train, and join us for Shabbat services and programs. We are only two blocks from the Grand Circus station! For more information about pricing, routes, and stations, visit their website. We are also located one block from the nearest MoGo station,
and can be reached by taking the
DDOT Woodward bus route.
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