You’re Invited to Celebrate the High Holidays with JRLC
Dear Friends,
We warmly invite you to join us for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services, led by the inspiring Kantor Mendy Azoulay and Rabbi Eli Kogan. Whether you're familiar with the traditions or new to them, our services are designed to be welcoming and beginner-friendly, complete with commentaries and explanations to guide you. We also offer prayer books with English and Russian translations to make your experience as meaningful as possible.
We’re excited to offer a special program for children, free of charge, so you can focus on your spiritual journey while your little ones engage in their own activities.
Everyone is Welcome – Admission is Free!
If you’d like to help us with our preparations and ensure a reserved seat, we offer seat reservations at $120 per adult and children over 13, and $60 for children under 13. Your reservation will cover the entire High Holidays season.
Here’s Our Holiday Schedule:
Rosh Hashanah:
- Evening Services:
- Wednesday, October 2 – 6:30 pm
- Thursday, October 3 – 6:30 pm
- Morning Services:
- Thursday, October 3 – 10:00 am
- Friday, October 4 – 10:00 am
- Shofar Blowing:
- Thursday, October 3 – 12:30 pm
- Additional Shofar Blowing – 6:00 pm
- Friday, October 4 – 12:30 pm
- Additional Shofar Blowing – 6:00 pm
Yom Kippur:
- Kol Nidrei:
- Friday, October 11 – 6:15 pm
- Morning Services:
- Saturday, October 12 – 10:00 am
- Yizkor Memorial Services:
- 1:00 pm
- Neila & Shofar:
- 5:40 pm
We look forward to sharing these special days with you and your family. If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 718-569-5593.
Warmest wishes for a sweet and meaningful New Year,
The JRLC Team
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Join us as we come together to honor those who bravely gave their lives in defense of our people. By strengthening our observance of tefillin and mezuzot, we can contribute to the protection and victory of Israel.
Schedule:
18:00: A sofer will be available to inspect your mezuzot, and guests can purchase mezuzot for their homes at discounted prices.
19:00: We’ll start the program with heartfelt greetings and inspiring words. Together, we’ll pray for the hostages, the IDF, and those who have fallen. We’ll conclude with a powerful video presentation.
This is a chance to connect, reflect, and strengthen our community. We invite you to join us in this meaningful gathering. The program is free of charge, and your presence makes it even more special.
You’re Invited to Experience the Kapores Tradition
We are delighted to invite you to join us for a heartfelt observance of the kapores tradition, an ancient practice enriched by Kabbalistic teachings. This gathering offers a wonderful opportunity for reflection and connection as we prepare for the upcoming holy days.
Tuesday, October 8, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Each participant will have the unique opportunity to perform the prayers with their own live bird, making this experience both personal and meaningful.
Please note that registration is required to ensure a smooth and respectful experience. To reserve your spot, please go to www.jewishrussiancenter.org/kapores
I truly hope you can join us for this special occasion. Let’s come together to honor our traditions and support one another as a community.
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We invite you to join us in a heartfelt remembrance of our beloved parents and family members this Saturday, October 12, 1pm.
While many know to honor their memories on Yom Kippur, we also gather for Yizkor on this special occasion, and it means so much to remember them together.
This time of prayer brings blessings not only to our departed but also to all of us who cherish their memory. Your presence adds to the warmth of our community.
If you can’t be there, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d be honored to say Yizkor on your behalf.
Feel free to contact us at 718-569-5593. Let’s honor our loved ones together.
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You're invited to a special dinner on Wednesday, October 16 at 7 PM as we gather to celebrate the first night of Sukkot! Join us under the stars, surrounded by the lovely scent of freshly cut branches. It’ll be a cozy evening filled with delicious food, great conversations, and wonderful company.
We’ll share Kabbalistic insights and the warmth of ushpizin, making this a truly special night for everyone.
Suggested Donation:
- Adults: $20
- Children (Under 13): $10
If you need a special price, please reach out—everyone is welcome!
We also have sponsorship opportunities available. Your support helps us create these beautiful programs in our center, and we truly appreciate any contributions.
Thank you, and we can’t wait to celebrate together!
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