Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day): Early Childhood Families (Birth-5)
SPSA Sanctuary 263 West 86th Street, New YorkRosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day): Families (6+)
SPSA Sanctuary 263 West 86th Street, New YorkWeek of Events
Mindfulness Service for Rosh Hashanah
Mindfulness Service for Rosh Hashanah
On the second day of Rosh Hashanah, join us for a meditative, soul-stirring, and deeply powerful service.
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day)
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day)
Join us for Rosh Hashanah morning services, held in person in the BJ Sanctuary.
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day): Early Childhood Families (Birth-5)
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day): Early Childhood Families (Birth-5)
Join us for Rosh Hashanah Early Childhood services, led by our Artist in Residence, Shira Averbuch.
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day): Families (6+)
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services (Second Day): Families (6+)
Join us for Rosh Hashanah Morning Services as we mark the start of the Jewish new year. This service will include a special re-telling of the Binding of Isaac with Bill Gordh.
Tashlikh
Tashlikh
Join us in Riverside Park as we come together for tashlikh, ritualizing the casting off of our sins by throwing pieces of bread into the waters of the Hudson River. Be sure to stay until the end, as we gather for havdalah, marking the close of Rosh Hashanah.
Arvit and Havdalah
Arvit and Havdalah
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service), as we maintain a collective spiritual practice while supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. We will conclude with Havdalah and end Rosh Hashanah together as a community.
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Minha (Online)
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Shema Koleinu: Music of the High Holy Days
Shema Koleinu: Music of the High Holy Days
Join Hazzan Ari Priven as we prepare for the Yamim Nora'im by singing new and old melodies that you’ll hear throughout the High Holy Days at BJ.
Shaharit (Online)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Shirah with Shira
Shirah with Shira
Join us for a Hebrew immersion class geared toward 3 and 4 year olds. Children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
Mindful Prayer Havurah
Mindful Prayer Havurah
We invite you to join this havurah, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Minha (Online)
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Introduction to Judaism Winter 2023 – Winter 2024
Introduction to Judaism Winter 2023 – Winter 2024
Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of Judaism, are considering conversion, or are sparked by curiosity to explore this rich tradition, this online class, taught by Associate Director of Creative Development, Rabbi Jessica Lenza, is for you.
Shaharit (Online)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Start your day with soulfulness and equanimity with this weekly mindfulness meditation practice, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and informed by themes from the Torah portion.
Minha (Online)
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Opening the Gates with the BJ Rabbis
Opening the Gates with the BJ Rabbis
Join the BJ rabbis to open the door to deeper engagement and meaning with the liturgy of the Yamim Nora’im (High Holy Days).
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud.
Minha-Arvit (Online)
Minha-Arvit (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Change Through Acceptance: the Hasidic Notion of Teshuvah
Change Through Acceptance: the Hasidic Notion of Teshuvah
Explore the Hasidic notion of change through the study of select texts in this three-session course at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan with Rabbi Michael Strassfeld. Discount for BJ members.
A Night of Remembrance – Bereavement Group
A Night of Remembrance – Bereavement Group
As we approach Yom Kippur, BJ Social Worker Jane Blumenstein will lead a bereavement group for those who are experiencing the High Holy Days without a loved one for the first (or second, or third) time.
Prayers for Democracy and Human Rights
Prayers for Democracy and Human Rights
Help us form a BJ contingent at a Shaharit service outside the UN and to pray for democracy and the human rights of both Israelis and Palestinians. Following the service, we will join the larger demonstration coinciding with Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech.
Shaharit (Online)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Bim Bam
Bim Bam
Bim Bam gives children 3 and under a fun space to get ready for Shabbat through interactive songs, movement, and stories, while practicing traditions such as lighting candles and saying Kiddush.
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Passionately traditional, boldly innovative, and deeply spiritual, Shabbat services at BJ are like no other.
Hakhanah LaTefillah
Hakhanah LaTefillah
On alternating weeks, join Rabbi Roly Matalon to prepare the soul and open the heart for Shabbat morning prayers through the singing of piyutim and brief reflections.
Shabbat Morning Services
Early Childhood Families: Birth-Pre-K Shabbat Services
Early Childhood Families: Birth-Pre-K Shabbat Services
We offer weekly in-person Shabbat services for our families with children from birth to Pre-K. The service features lively songs, stories, and movement to help celebrate Shabbat!
Early Childhood Families: K-2 Shabbat Services
Early Childhood Families: K-2 Shabbat Services
We are excited to offer this lively service, featuring Torah reading, songs, and more. This service is intended for families with children in kindergarten through 2nd grade with optional drop-off (parents must remain in the building).