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January at the Downtown Synagogue
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Rabbi Silverman's January Message
The winter months, and particularly the time around the winter holidays, can be very difficult for people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or addiction. If someone in your family or one of your friends or colleagues seems to be struggling, please reach out. No one should suffer alone.
If you are struggling with mental illness, please do not hesitate to reach out to someone you love, to me [please insert hyperlink], to a medical professional, or if needed, to the suicide hotline: 800.273.TALK.
We all know it is a Jewish obligation to care for the sick. And fortunately we are pretty good at reaching out when someone is in the hospital or has the flu. We also need to fully see and support people who are wrestling with mental illness. We can be a part of fighting the stigma and changing lives.
Thank you for all that you have done and will do. May you, your loved ones, and everyone in our extended IADS community, have a year of better health and newfound joy.
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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.
From Paris to Pittsburgh: The Climate for Change is Now- Screening and Talk Back
Thursday, January 9th, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
NEW LOCATION: 2701 Bagley St, Detroit, MI (Repair The World Workshop)
We invite you to join us for a film screening of
Paris To Pittsburgh, followed by a community Q&A session with Kathryn Savoie.
Paris to Pittsburgh celebrates how Americans are demanding and developing real solutions in the face of climate change. And as the weather grows more deadly and destructive, they aren't waiting on Washington to act.
Kathryn Savoie is a veteran community organizer and has led a number of major health, human rights and environmental justice campaigns in the Detroit area over the past 20 years. She earned a master's degree and a Ph.D. in biology from the University of Michigan after receiving her bachelor's degree at Virginia Tech. She is active in the community gardening movement in Detroit, and is an authorized presenter of the Climate Reality Project, trained directly by former vice president Al Gore.
This event is presented in partnership by Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, Detroit Jews for Justice, and Repair the World Detroit.
An MLK Sunday Breakfast with Rabbi Capers Funnye
Sunday, January 19th, 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
14601 Lincoln Street, Oak Park, MI (Congregation Beth Shalom)
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.
441 Monroe Street, Detroit, MI (Second Baptist Church)
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.
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New Shabbat Traditions with the Downtown Synagogue
We invite you to join along as we continue to expand our Shabbat traditions. 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 3rd
- Friday, February 7th
Additionally, we will be offering FREE Parking on the first Fridays and Saturdays of the month. That's right- no need to scramble in search of parking downtown! Free parking is offered in the parking lot located directly behind the Synagogue.
All you'll need to do is tell the parking attendant that you are here for services at the Downtown Synagogue, and you will be given a temporary parking pass to place on your dashboard.
Dates of upcoming Free Parking Shabbats:
- Friday, January 3rd
- Saturday, January 4th
Lastly, 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.
Date of upcoming Sleep-In Shabbats:
- Friday, January 18th
- Saturday, February 15th
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IADS Volunteer Shout Out
In recognition of all of our December volunteers:
Marty Herman, Alison Chan, Susannah Goodman, and Ruby Robinson for leading services. Andrea Kannon and Mike Rymsza for helping out during our Hanukkah Party.
Thank you to everyone else who volunteers their time and energy to IADS. A lay-led congregation is only as strong as its volunteers.
If you're interested in volunteering, please contact Nicole Feinberg at (313) 962-4047 or
[email protected].
We apologize for any names left off the list. Please let us know and we will recognize you next month.
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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 Nicole Feinberg.
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 us 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 use 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 now 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 6:00 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 $25. 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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