Join Morah Allison Colker for our monthly Tot Shabbat gathering! Please come and bring a friend! It's a casual gathering for families with children 5 and under. We sing songs and prayers, read a Shabbat book, and have grape juice and challah. Families often stay and play on the STECC playground afterward. It's a great opportunity for parents to socialize!
The Women’s Balcony” is funny and profound” – Roger Ebert The Jewish Culture Chavurah presents: An afternoon of Israeli Film, Discussion and Social Action Accompanied by a light dinner. Sunday, February 9 at Shaare Torah 4:30 p.m Featuring Screening of “The Women’s Balcony” followed by a light Israeli dinner and discussion led by our shaliach Continue Reading »
Join us for our next bi-monthly Lunch and Learn series on Zoom! This session features Ella and Rotem, our very own former Shaare Torah shlichot. They will share their unique perspectives on Israeli society and their special roles in rebuilding Israel. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with Ella and Rotem, learn about their impactful Continue Reading »
The Rabbi Search Team is looking forward to the visit of Rabbi Moshe Smolkin and his family this weekend from January 10th -12th! As a reminder, Rabbi Smolkin is currently the Senior Rabbi at Adath Israel Congregation in Cincinnati, OH. You can learn more about Rabbi Smolkin by reviewing his biography. Please check your email from last week for Continue Reading »
8:00 AM Minyan led by Rabbi Moshe Smolkin with a short teaching 9:30 AM Coffee & Q&A with Nesiyah parents while Rabbi Smolkin visits Nesiyah classes
Join us on Friday, February 7th, for a fun-filled Shabbat open to all families with children, featuring an Italian dairy dinner, a family-friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service, and a delicious ice cream sundae bar Oneg after the service. All are welcome! 5:30-6:15 PM- Italian Dinner 6:15-6:45 PM- Kabbalat Shabbat Service 6:45-7:30 PM- Ice Cream Oneg Click here to register
Date: Thursday, January 16th Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Rockville Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and camaraderie as we sip, snack, and share ideas for our group’s future—including coming up with a fresh, fabulous name! This is your chance to meet other parents navigating this exciting life transition Continue Reading »
Saturday, January 18, 2025 5:30-7:00 PM Come together with our Nesiyah community to mark the start of a new week with a beautiful and meaningful Havdalah ceremony. Families will join their respective cohorts in the warm and welcoming homes of our Nesiyah hosts. After sharing this special moment, everyone will enjoy a fun and relaxing pizza dinner—a perfect way Continue Reading »
Rabbi David will lead Shabbat Sing at 9:30am, followed by Coffee and Conversation with STECC parents at 10am. Please come with any questions you would like to ask. We invite all STECC parents to join us, regardless of synagogue membership or faith background. We value everyone's input as we choose our next rabbi.
We are excited to welcome Rabbi David Helfand and his family to meet the Shaare Torah community, January 24-26! This email includes details of many opportunities for you to meet Rabbi Helfand, to get to know him, and to provide your assessment of his fit for Shaare Torah. The weekend is full of events, most open Continue Reading »
Our annual PJ Havdalah is for families with children ages 5 and younger (older siblings are of course welcome!). We are excited that our visiting rabbi candidate, Rabbi David Helfand, and his family will join us for PJ Havdalah! Join us for breakfast for dinner, crafts, and of course storytime! Come in PJs! $5 per person, $20 family Continue Reading »
8:00 - 9:00 am - Minyan: Rabbi Helfand will lead minyan and give a short teaching with light breakfast (ST) NOTE: Minyan is one hour earlier than the usual time. 9:15 am - Coffee and Q&A with Nesiyah Parents (ST) 10:30 am-12:00 pm - Religious School Visit. Rabbi Helfand will meet with the Nesiyah classes. NOTE: Nesiyah will start at the Continue Reading »