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Rabbi Joshua Rabin Cantor Emeritus George Lindenblatt
Judaism With Open Arms |
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Friday Flyer |
October 11, 2024 • 9 Tishrei, 5785 |
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Yom Kippur at ACI |
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We hope you will join us for our observance of Yom Kippur at ACI tonight and tomorrow.
We're pleased to announce that cellist Sam Brinkley will be joining us to elevate our Kol Nidre service with his music.
Please stay after Havdalah on Saturday night for a community break fast; bring dairy/parve food to share if you can, but there is no obligation to contribute; no one should leave hungry!
Tickets are still available on our website. Services are, as always, free for ACI members, and $36 for non-members and associate members. |
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Kol Nidre Appeal |
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During this serious and spiritual time of year, we invite you to deepen your relationship with ACI. Please consider becoming a member, making a donation, or supporting the community by volunteering.
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Yom Kippur Services |
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Saturday, October 12 at 9:30am
Yizkor at approximately 12:00pm
Minha/Maariv/Neilah at 5:00pm
Havdalah and Fast ends at 7:00pm, followed by community break fast downstairs. |
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Upcoming Children’s Programs |
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Tot Shabbat 11:00am-12:00pm For preschool children Every Shabbat
Junior Congregation 10:30-11:30am For school-aged children
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Candle Lighting |
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Yom Kippur Light Shabbat/Holiday candles Friday night at 6:03 pm.
Shabbat/Holiday/fast ends Saturday at 7:00 pm.
Sukkot
Light holiday candles Wednesday, October 16 at 5:55pm.
Light holiday candles Thursday, October 17 after 6:53pm. |
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Reflections on Ne'Ilah From Cantor Richard Cohn (z"l) |
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The following article is reprinted from the 1980 ACI Bulletin, because of the beauty and relevance of the memories it evokes during this season.
Occurring before the sun has finally set but toward the end of the holiest Jewish holy days--the day of fasting and prayer and of so often intense emotion -- Ne-ilah, the concluding section of the Yom Kippur service, is also its emotional climax; it contains, perhaps, the most moving passages in the entire Jewish liturgy. The emotional intensity of the Ne-ilah service is explained by musicologist Judith Kaplan Eisenstein in her text Heritage of Music: The Music of the Jewish People. "To the pious Jew," she writes, "this is the last opportunity to appeal to the 'ear' of the Almighty with a final plea for forgiveness, for mercy and for a new year of life and blessing."
In Europe it was traditional for the Ne-ilah service to be conducted by the Rabbi; to him belonged the task of conveying to the congregation the awesomeness of these, the final moments of the most solemn and sacred of days. I can recall most vividly the fervor of devotion which my own revered Rabbi, the well-known Talmudic scholar Dr. Samuel Ochs, brought to his rendition of Ne-ilah. The memory of his piety and reverence has been an inspiration to me throughout the years, and I have always sought to conduct Ne-ilah with his example in mind. I hope that God will give me the strength to do so for many years to come.
May all of you be inscribed for a happy and healthy life in the New Year.
Richard Cohn, Cantor Emeritus |
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The ACI Honey Sale is Back! |
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For ACI's Sweet New Year Honey Sale, we are partnering with local business The Honey House at Astor Apiaries! You can buy your High Holiday honey directly from ACI at a discount.
Honey is available in two flavors (Orange Blossom and Clover Blossom), and two sizes: 3oz jars for $7 each and 12oz jars for $15 each (while supplies last, flavor selection is first-come, first-served). |
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Get a Preview of Camp Ramah |
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For families looking for Summer programming, here's a chance to learn about Camp Ramah in Nyack, where several ACI families already participate! Sign up for sessions here. |
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Pathways to Judaism |
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This November, ACI will launch an intro to Judaism course called Pathways to Judaism. This is perfect for the person in your life who wants to learn about Judaism from the ground up, as well as significant people in your life who are of a religion other than Judaism (regardless of whether or not they are interested in conversion). If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact Rabbi Josh.
Classes will take place on Monday evenings at 8:00-9:30 p.m. ET on Zoom and once a month on Shabbat morning at ACI at 9:00-10:00 a.m. |
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Open Door Shabbat Calendar |
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Our Open Door Shabbat services are back once a month, starting in November! Upcoming dates are:
What is Open Door Shabbat?
Shabbat morning is the best time for Jews to come together, and the WORST time to feel out of place in synagogue.
Join the ACI once a month for a no-experience-necessary Shabbat service, where we will explore the:
At 10:00, there will be a brief meditation service, and at 10:30 we will start the learning service.
If you have any questions, contact Rabbi Josh at [email protected]. |
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This Week in Hebrew School |
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This week in Hebrew School, students across all classes engaged in activities focused on Yom Kippur, exploring its themes of repentance, forgiveness, and self-reflection.
In Jewish Studies, the younger students (Kitah Aleph) brought the story of Jonah and the Whale to life through a lively skit, allowing them to step into the shoes of Jonah, the whale, and other characters. This interactive retelling sparked conversations about how Jonah’s journey relates to the themes of Yom Kippur. Meanwhile, the older students (Kitah Bet and Gimmel) delved deeper into the meaning of the 10 Days of Repentance, learned the difference between a Siddur and a Machzor, and even examined prayers like Kol Nidre and Kaddish, recognizing the historical significance of Aramaic in Jewish tradition.
In Hebrew Language class, students enjoyed practicing their letters through fun activities like Aleph-Bet BINGO and making letters with playdough, helping them solidify their grasp on the alphabet and vowel sounds. The Arts & Crafts classes also tied into the Yom Kippur themes, with Kitah Bet and Gimmel creating posters that reflected self-reflection and forgiveness, and Kitah Aleph making “apology posters” to emphasize the importance of asking for forgiveness. Through these creative projects, students were able to express their understanding of the holiday’s key lessons in a hands-on way. |
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Get Involved Planning ACI's Events! |
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We have a great roster of activities planned for the High Holidays and beyond, but we can always use more help and more ideas. If you're interested in helping to plan and run our community events, please join our standing Events Committee meetings, the second Tuesday of every month at 8pm (over Zoom).
Reach out to [email protected] for the meeting link. |
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High Holiday Food Drive |
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ACI is once again supporting City Harvest's High Holidays Food Drive. From September 16 through October 21, we will be collecting non-perishable, Kosher foods at ACI. Look for the box in the lobby, and donate whatever you can to support our fellow New Yorkers in need.
Of particular need are shelf-stable, non-perishable Kosher sources of protein, such as: beans, nuts, sardines, salmon, tuna, and peanut butter. |
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Pastoral Requests |
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ACI is committed to serving our community’s needs. If you would like to add a name to our Mi Sheberach list, inform the synagogue about a hospital visit or death, or request pastoral care for yourself or someone you know, please fill out this simple form. All submissions are confidential. |
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Messages |
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In memory of my husband, Sidney Brichta, from Elaine Brichta |
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In memory of all my loved ones who are deceased, from Elaine Brichta |
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Mi Sheberachs |
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Please keep the following people in your hearts and prayers for the blessing of r'fua sh'leima:
Mindy Zimmerman Shalom ben Perel
To add (or remove) a name, please contact Lizanne Fluxmon. |
Yahrzeits |
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This week (10 - 16 Tishrei), we observe the yahrzeits of the following ACI members, family and friends. May their memories always be a blessing.
Karl Geisenberg |
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