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I will dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life
—Psalm 27:4
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Congregation Beit Simchat Torah
is delighted to invite you to join us for the installation of
Rabbi
Yael Werber
Friday, December 9, 2022
16 Kislev 5783
at 6:30 p.m.
at Shabbat services
Parashat Vayishlach
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Festive Oneg to Follow Services
Following services, please join downstairs in the Evan Wolfson Community Hall for a deluxe Oneg in celebration of Rabbi Werber's installation!
130 W. 30th Street, New York, NY
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✡️ 16 Kislev ✡️
December 9–10
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Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Installation of Rabbi Yael Werber
with the CBST Community Chorus
Sponsor an upcoming Shabbat here.
Shabbat Morning Services
Havdalah Service
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
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In 2022, CBST has had an exciting time; it's also a challenging one.
With your help, we will always have an Open Door. That means much of what we do is completely free for all. But it's not really free. It costs money to do the things we do.
Did you know we accept gifts of stock, wire transfers, and gifts from donor advised funds? Contact giving@cbst.org to make your tax-deductible 2022 gift. Thank you!
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Friday, December 9 (15 Kislev)
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Feminist Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Cooperberg-Rittmaster Pastoral and Educational Intern Avigayil Halpern
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House of Peace Monthly Visit to ICNYU
12:45–2:30 p.m.
Join us at the Global Center for Spiritual Life at NYU (238 Thompson St.) for our monthly House of Peace welcome visit to the Islamic Center at NYU! We now visit our Muslim friends every second Friday of the month. No RSVP necessary; come and go as you wish.
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Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Installation of Rabbi Yael Werber
with the CBST Community Chorus
Service Leader: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum
Guest Speakers: Rabbi Dan Berman and Rabbi Yael Rapport
Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Sam Rosen
Piano: Music Director Joyce Rosenzweig
Clarinet: Judy Ribnick
Percussion: Barbara Freedman
Festive Oneg to Follow Services
Following services, please join downstairs in the Evan Wolfson Community Hall for a deluxe Oneg in celebration of Rabbi Werber's installation!
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Shabbat/Saturday, December 10 (16 Kislev)
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Service Leader & Drashah: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum
Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Sam Rosen
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Limmud B'Shabbat
Alef-Bet Shabbat (Ages 0–5)
Alef-Bet Shabbat is back! We will open the Alef-Bet Shabbat playroom at 10 a.m. for playing and hanging out with other families (toys and play kitchen included!). The interactive, musical Alef-Bet service with Stephen begins at 11:45 a.m. Please find all dates for Alef-Bet listed here.
Teen Track
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Havdalah Services
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
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A limited number of $36 in-person tickets are available for Aleinu participants and members in their 20s and 30s. Please email aleinu@cbst.org for more information on how to secure your tickets at this special price.
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Sunday, December 11 (17 Kislev)
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Monday, December 12 (18 Kislev)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 897 2105 1787
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Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn
with Judy Ribnick and Larry Finkelstein
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 513 521 023
Join us for an online latke baking session with baker Larry Finkelstein. It's going to "taste" great!
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Jews in New York in Literature
6:15–7:15 p.m.
Taught by Rabbi Marisa James
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Tuesday, December 13 (19 Kislev)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 897 2105 1787
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Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS
5:00–7:00 p.m.
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Allyship & Jewish Text
Taught by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz
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Adult B*Mitzvah Class—D'var Torah Writing
6:30–7:45 p.m.
Taught by Rabbi Yael Werber and CBST Educator Miya Rotstein
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Taught by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz
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Wednesday, December 14 (20 Kislev)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
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Close Text Study of Sefer Bereshit / Book of Genesis
12:00–1:15 p.m.
Taught by Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum
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The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST
6:00–8:00 p.m.
New volunteers are always welcome, and we provide all necessary training! Learn more and contact us here to volunteer or to refer an immigrant friend for support.
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Intro to Hebrew
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Taught by Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Adam Graubart
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Thursday, December 15 (21 Kislev)
The CBST Office will be closed on Thursday, December 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a Staff Retreat. In Case of Emergency: Regarding a death or other emergency pastoral needs outside of regularly scheduled office hours, call 917-513-0413 and a member of our clergy will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
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ON BREAK—Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz |
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Democracy! Team Action Group
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544
Check out #CBSTdemocracy to view some of our recent issues and take action, no matter where you are.
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CBST Annual Membership Meeting
6:00–8:00 p.m.
The Annual Membership Meeting will take place on Dec 15 in-person and online. Anyone who is a member in good standing can participate in the discussion of the change to our fiscal year, review the proposed six-month budget for the first half of 2023, and vote. If you are unsure if your membership is current, contact membership@cbst.org.
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The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST
6:00–8:00 p.m.
New volunteers are always welcome, and we provide all necessary training! Learn more and contact us here to volunteer or to refer an immigrant friend for support.
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Prayerbook Hebrew Continued
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Taught by CBST Educator Miya Rotstein
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Are you interested in attending CBST's Broadway fundraiser in person? A limited number of discounted ($36) tickets are available to folks in their 20s and 30s. Email Max + Jessica at aleinu@cbst.org for the custom link.
We also invite Aleinu to join us for a special Chanukah celebration following services on Friday, December 23! Save the date to connect with other LGBTQIA+ Jews in their 20s and 30s and enjoy some festive treats.
If you have any questions or are interested in getting more involved, please send a note to aleinu@cbst.org
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Broadway @ CBST 2022
Broadway is coming to CBST! Don't miss the 2022 edition of "Broadway at CBST," our exclusive performance benefitting Music at CBST.
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Art by Karin Foreman (detail) |
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Community Chanukah Candle Lighting
followed by Singles of all Ages Shmooze
Wednesday, December 21, 7:00–8:15 p.m. (Online Via Zoom) | Register »
Everyone at CBST is welcome to join for candle lighting on the fourth night of Chanukah. Solos are welcome to stay on afterwards for our Solos schmooze. Come meet other CBST singles for discussion and shmoozing!
Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Shabbat Chanukah
Aleinu Chanukah Oneg Celebration
Shabbat Chanukah Morning Services
For more info, visit our Chanukah page here »
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Parashat Vayishlach: Using Both Hands
Jewish tradition teaches us that our work in this world isn't about escaping oppression, but ending it. Read »
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COVID Safety Policies
Proof of vaccination is required to enter the synagogue. Masks are strongly recommended for services and other in-person gatherings; there is a “Mask Required” section for those who wish to sit with others who are masked. Anyone who intends to attend Oneg/Kiddush or other event with food or drink is asked to take a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of the event. If you are not feeling well for any reason, please stay home and stream our services. Stay up-to-date with our COVID policies here.
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