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Prayer Services & Gatherings

Below you will find a brief description of the various services and prayer gatherings that we enjoy at TBS. For service times, days and special schedules, please refer to the TBS Calendar page.

Kabbalat Shabbat

Join us every Erev Shabbat as we learn, sing, and gather together to end a week of hard work and to contemplate our many blessings. Our service incorporates a wide range of traditions that can be spiritually enriching regardless of one's background. In addition, the inclusion of lay-leaders in the services further enhances the strength of our community.

Service Handbook for Lay Leaders

Tot Shabbat

We sing Shabbat…We sing Shalom.  Shabbat Shalom!   

Tot Shabbat is a chance for families with tots (infant through kindergarten) to come together to celebrate Shabbat.  We sing songs, celebrate the magic of Shabbat in a friendly way and share wonderful experiences of the week.  A special emphasis is given on family rituals and the experiences of Shabbat.  Rabbi James also makes sure to tell a special Shabbat story each time we meet! 

This special service meets on the second Friday of each month from September through June.

Torah Service

We gather together to continue our observance of Shabbat by reading from the Torah. Again, the increased role of lay leadership in these services has helped to spur deeper meaning for the growing TBS community who attend these services. Torah services are a wonderful opportunity for learning.

Torah Chanting Torah Chanting Schedule 5770	Aliyah Blessings At TBS, participants may use their choice of Aliyah Blessings: Audio  Printable PDF From our Reconstructionist Siddur: Audio  Printable PDF
Would you like to chant torah? Check out the TBS Torah Reading schedule for 5770 and contact Larry if your are interested in chanting a portion.

Wake-up and Taste the Torah!

“Tasting” the Torah is a family program for young children of school age and their parents. Come spend qualitytime together as we learn, play, and sing about the Torah and all it has to offer.

Torah Study

Torah Study classes are offered throughout the year by the Adult Education Committee. For more information, check the calendar or watch the website Home page for class announcements and registration.

Mediation

It has been documented that a consistent regimen of meditation can reduce stress and often result in better physical well being and greater peace of mind. There are also a number of Jewish scholars who suggest regular meditation can lead to deeper spiritual experiences when participating in traditional prayers and rituals. Whether you are new to meditation, or a seasoned pro, we invite you to join us and share in this experience.

Morning Minyan

Morning minyan meets every week and is followed by coffee and treats while we have a brief Torah study or community discussion on a variety of Jewish-related topics. With or without tefillin, all are encouraged to attend.