Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Lay-led Havdalah Services
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
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As we prepare for the High Holy Days, we open our hearts and remember those close to us. The Book of Remembrance is one way to honor the memory of your loved ones. Gifts and messages must be received by August 25, 2022.
The warmth and strength of the CBST community connects us at times of joy, sorrow, challenge, accomplishment, and loss. May your loved one's memory be a blessing and may your life be a blessing to their memory.
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Lay-led Connecting in Community
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 256 347 787
Join for a lay-led, community text study on the Parashat HaShavuah and discussion in small groups, as we transition into Shabbat.
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Kabbalat Shabbat Services
Join us for Rabbi Rapport’s last Shabbat as CBST’s Associate Rabbi, where she will lead services with Rabbi James and deliver the drashah.
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Shabbat/Saturday, July 30 (2 Av)
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No Shabbat Morning Services this week
Lay-led Havdalah Services
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
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Rabbi Yael Werber and Cantor Sam Rosen will be returning to CBST on August 1 to begin their new chapters as full-time clergy at CBST.
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Lay-led Summer Mishnah Study Group
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 897 2105 1787
This lay-led study group continues the work of the Intro to Mishnah course offered last semester. We will begin with Mishnah Berakhot 1:1. No registration necessary, but to join the Google group to stay in the loop and receive emails about the class please send your name and email address to psalmofferings@gmail.com.
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Mishpachah Monday! Online Fun and Shmooze
with Sharon Golub
Dial-in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 513 521 023
Sharon Golub will host Scattergories! No previous experience required. All welcome to play.
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Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS
5:00–7:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, August 3 (6 Av)
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Lay-led Summer Mishnah Study Group
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 897 2105 1787
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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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Thursday, August 4 (7 Av)
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Democracy! Team Action Group
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544
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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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Emet: Trans & Non-Binary Team Meeting
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Emet welcomes transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-expansive people, including those who are questioning, to build community and engage politically at CBST.
Emet meets on the first Thursday of each month. Sign up for Emet Team updates here or email transjews@cbst.org for more info. Zoom info will be sent by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday to the Emet mailing list.
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How to Be the 95-Year-Old I’d Someday Like to Be: Exploring Spiritual Practices to Help Me Get There!—with Rabbi Laura Geller
Monday, August 8, 7:00–8:30 p.m. | Register here » (If you've registered for an Aging Together program in the past, no need to register, you're already on the list!)
Many of us enjoyed the Aging Together sessions we had last year with Rabbi Laura Geller. Join us in this interactive workshop that strengthens the muscles of gratitude, forgiveness, and resilience. Rabbi Geller will lead us towards Elul, the High Holidays and beyond in her engaging, thought-provoking manner.
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CBST Brooklyn Cyclones Baseball Game Outing at Coney Island
Join us at MCU Park in Coney Island as the Brooklyn Cyclones take on the Hudson Valley Renegades for Jewish Heritage Night! Learn more and register »
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Join us in-person or online for Tisha B’av Services. More details, including online links will be shared in next week’s eNews.
Erev Tisha B'Av Eichah Reading
Saturday, August 6 I 9 Av, 8:00 p.m.
We open Tisha B’Av with the traditional reading of Eichah in a candle-lit service commemorating the destruction of the Temple and other tragedies in Jewish history and in our day. For those who observe, the fast begins at 8:06 p.m.
Tisha B'Av Mincha-Ma'ariv Study Session and Service
Sunday, August 7 I 10 Av, 7:00 p.m.
We reflect on the themes of the day with a special contemplative study session and service to conclude our 25-hour Tisha B’Av observance. The fast concludes at 8:35 p.m.
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We are kvelling to see Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum and Rabbi Mike Moskowitz’s writings featured in the study guide for The Social Justice Torah Commentary, now available! Created by CCAR Press Rabbinic Intern Ariel Tovlev, the guide challenges us to create justice in our own communities with thought-provoking questions on every parashah, tips for leading discussion, and more. You can download the free study guide here »
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Current CBST COVID Door Policy for Services and Events
Please provide full vaccination documentation with security at the door or submit here if you have not already done so.
By entering the building for services, you are attesting that you have been completely vaccinated (including booster if eligible), will wear a mask that covers your mouth and nose, have not been diagnosed with or exposed to COVID, and will inform the synagogue if you test positive for COVID after attending services or other programs.
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