Melanie Einbund The celebration of Havdalah (a separation of Shabbat to welcome the new week) was hosted by Joy and Bill Erickson. Rabbi Price spoke to the meaning and symbolism of the service. As I looked upon the several (about 50) faces there were smiles and gladness as we chanted prayers, passed the wine and…
Tag: Shabbat
Generals, April 2024
April Brings Showers of Rain and a Warm Farewell at B’nai Midbar
Melanie Einbund B’nai Midbar transliterated is B’nay Meedbar, meaning ‘The People of the Desert.’ We welcomed our new Torah in February and formally introduced our new name, B’nai Midbar. To celebrate, a special Oneg was sponsored by the board. Our March 22 services were led by Rabbi Sanford Seltzer, assisted by Cantor Eliyanah Powers and…
Generals, January 2024
IJSS November and December Happenings
Melanie Einbund At our November Shabbat, with his pragmatism, scholarly history, and prognostications, Rabbi Sanford Seltzer addressed the war in Israel with concern, historical references, and guidelines as to how we can act and support Israel. The prayers and traditional worship offered were enhanced by Cantorial Soloist Eliyanah Powers and accompanist Dr. Josh Nichols. Their musical…
Generals, December 2023
Friday Night Shabbat Service at SaddleBrooke Ranch
Mike Koen We will not have our Friday Night Shabbat Service during December as people will either be away or busy with holiday activities during this time. The next service will be held on Friday, Jan. 26, of the new year at 7 p.m. in La Vista Room, which is located within La Hacienda Club. We hope…
October 2023, Generals
Shabbat Services at SaddleBrooke Ranch
Come join us for Shabbat Services that are held on the fourth Friday evening of the month. The service that is being conducted is similar to the service that is experienced at a Jewish Reformed Congregation, lasting approximately 45 minutes. We don’t have a rabbi or a cantor and there is no fee. The service…