Growing Empathy; Building Community - January, 2010
How should we dress when we come to temple? What should we wear to services? These are not the most critical questions of the day. Yet, there are members of our synagogue that, given the opportunity, might face off with each other on this issue. I write about this matter because the issue points to broader concerns: empathy and community.
In Leviticus 19 we read, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” The Torah instructs us to love our neighbors the way we love ourselves. . .
Please, give generously and help us spread the word.
Robert Heller, Chair Rabbi Eric Yoffie, President
Food Donations
Dear Congregants:
We are not receiving the food donations that we have in the past.
The food pantries are experiencing an influx of people in need of food and non-perishables as well. In addition, we have a few people, that come into the building, because they know we usually have food for distribution.
We have a member who has volunteered to deliver to area food kitchens and shelters. If you can see your way clear to purchase a few grocery items each time you shop and bring them to the temple it would be a great help.
Beta testing is completed! Starting Friday, February 5, 2010, all Friday night and Holiday services will be streamed live. Note - When services are in the Chapel, they will not be broadcasted. Check weekly email and calendar reminders for latest location details
Support Central by buying gourmet Passover candy on-line! 40% of your purchase price goes back to the Temple. Click on Aunt Sadie's picture to begin. . .
If you prefer not to purchase on-line, order forms are available in the Temple office. For questions, please contact Sheryl Brustein @ (516) 705-2098.
Central Synagogue of Nassau County is proud to present to its members, on a limited time basis during our beta program, live-streaming video of the services from the Sanctuary. Read the story below. . .
There are many different ways of celebrating Shabbat. The ritual of zokher (remembering) Shabbat serves to punctuate time and space, marking Shabbat as special and holy