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Rabbi Joshua Rabin Cantor Emeritus George Lindenblatt
Judaism With Open Arms |
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Friday Flyer |
January 9, 2026 • 20 Tevet, 5786 |
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This Shabbat: Something for Everyone |
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Whether you're brand new to synagogue or you've davened a thousand times, bring the whole family this Saturday! Rabbi Josh will be leading Open Door Shabbat, our monthly service where we slow down to explore the structure, meaning, and melodies of our prayers together. Newcomers get a welcoming entry point (no Hebrew required!), and regulars get the chance to share in a close reading and intimate discussion about parts of the service we usually move through more quickly. Plus: Tot Shabbat for our youngest members, Junior Congregation for older kids, and a potluck dairy Kiddush after services. Come for whatever speaks to you, stay for good company and good food! Contributions of pareve/dairy food are welcomed but not required; please sign up here if you plan to bring something. |
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Open Door Shabbat |
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Saturday, January 10 10:00am Meditation Tot Shabbat & Junior Congregation 10:30-11:30am Doors open at 9:45; come early to schmooze. Join us after services for a potluck Kiddush! |
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Upcoming Shabbat Children's Programs |
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Tot Shabbat 10:30-11:30am For preschool children
Junior Congregation 10:30-11:30am For school-aged children
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Candle Lighting |
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Shabbat candle lighting time is tonight at 4:29 pm.
Havdalah will be Saturday at 5:32 pm.
This week's Torah reading is Shemot. |
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Pathways to Judaism: Find Your Jewish Compass |
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ACI is proud to offer Pathways to Judaism, an opportunity for individuals to learn about Judaism from the ground up. The class is designed both for individuals seeking an introduction to Judaism and those considering conversion to Judaism. Classes are taught by Rabbi Josh Rabin, and meet on Zoom Thursday nights from 8-9:30pm through June, beginning on February 5. |
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THIS SUNDAY: PJ Library's Jewish Children's Book Festival |
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ACI is thrilled to partner with PJ Library and 92NY for the first-ever Jewish Children’s Book Festival, taking place on Sunday, January 11 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at 92NY in Manhattan. This free, family-friendly event celebrates Jewish stories, imagination, and creativity through author storytimes, live music, crafts, and workshops for all ages. Families can also “shop” for free PJ Library books to take home. |
Come Out to Hear Jewish Music (and much more!) Next Weekend |
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The annual Golden Fest, a two-night extravaganza of traditional music and dancing from the Balkans and beyond, is coming back to the Marquee Astoria (formerly Astoria World Manor) on January 16 and 17! Among the 50+ performers, there will be klezmer bands, music in Yiddish and Ladino, and other traditional music from around the Jewish world. Join us at ACI at 5:30 on January 17 for wine and light snacks, after which we'll make havdalah and walk over to the venue to enjoy the music. Tickets for the festival are available on the Golden Fest website; please RSVP to Litza if you plan to join us at ACI beforehand! |
ONGOING PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES |
Open Door Shabbat |
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Join the ACI community once a month for a no-experience-necessary Shabbat service, where we will explore the structure and meaning behind the prayer service. Learn more here. The next dates:
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Pathways to Judaism |
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ACI is offering an introduction to Judaism course via Zoom for those exploring Judaism or considering conversion. The Spring session will be held Thursday nights from February to June. Learn more and register here. |
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Rikers Island Services |
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ACI is partnering with the NY Jewish Coalition for Criminal Justice Reform to organize volunteer groups for worship services at Rikers Island - contact Litza Stark to participate or find out more. |
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This Week in Hebrew School |
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This week in Hebrew School, the shared theme across all classes was Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). Students explored what it means to take responsibility, act with kindness, and help make the world a better place through meaningful actions of all kinds. Kitah Adom focused on simple acts of kindness such as sharing, helping a friend, and caring for their surroundings. Kitah Katom explored acts of giving, respect for others, caring for the environment, and how these actions connect to mitzvot and good deeds. They made cards for older DOROT adults. Kitah Tzahov engaged in deeper discussions about community responsibility, volunteering, standing up for others, and how Jewish values guide real-world action. Kitah Yarok moved from values to action by identifying issues they care about—such as hunger, bullying, and environmental concerns—and thinking about realistic steps they can take to make a difference. Through hands-on activities including acting/theater, creative projects, and group discussions, students reflected on how each of us can participate in Tikkun Olam in our everyday lives. |
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Pastoral Requests ACI is committed to serving our community’s needs. If you would like to 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.
Do You Want to Pray for Someone Who Is Sick?
Each Shabbat at ACI, we recite a מי שברך לחולים, a prayer for those in our community who are sick and in need of healing. You are welcome to add anyone to the list, regardless of whether the person is Jewish or not. If you would like to add a name, please complete this form.
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Support ACI's Mission |
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Help us continue to serve our community with meaningful programs, welcoming services, and a well-maintained sacred space. Donate Here. |
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Messages |
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In memory of Charlotte Zuckerman, from Lou Epstein |
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In memory of Charlotte Zuckerman, from Devra Alper
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In memory of Charlotte Zuckerman, from Susan Mickel |
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In memory of Charlotte Zuckerman, from Elaine Brichta & Family |
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In memory of Lee Schwartz, from Barbara Halpern |
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In memory of my beloved brother, Milton Siegel, from Maxine Solvay |
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In loving memory of my beloved mother, Gertrude Reich, from Hannah Reich |
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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: If you don't see a name here that you would like to be included, please submit it using the form here.
Aaron Vajda Michael Laster |
Yahrzeits |
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This week (21-27 Tevet), we observe the yahrzeits of the following ACI members, family and friends. May their memories always be a blessing.
Betsy Gottlieb Marion Stransky Max Tobias Selwyn Stanley Mischel Jacob Frankel Moses Friedman Fanny Kaplan Julius E. Leichter Maurice Meyers Rosalind Moss Shirley Wigler Libbie Goldstein Paul M. Kronowitz Minnie Leichter Samuel Ziesk Harold Kahn Samuel Leinwol Louis Scher Rose Aptakn Jared Benyamin Har-El Jeanette Bronstein Bernard Weinbaum Ida Neckin Lena Schechter Dr. Mandel Weinstein Dina Rosenthal Ada Firestone Diane Bernstein Abraham Schipior Henry Hennelis Libby Lehrman Roberta Saltzman Joseph Evans Doris Broady Elsie Baer Annie Marcus Jennie Silver Gertrude Reich |
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