Pray
Celebrate
Learn
Social Justice/Activism
Pray
Celebrate
Learn
Social Justice/Activism
Pray
The JCA’s religious culture is characterized by devotion to the traditional forms of Jewish prayer and observance, combined with a progressive commitment to enhancing their contemporary relevance.
Using the Reconstructionist prayer book, Kol Haneshamah, our Shabbat morning services feature traditional nusah and congregational melodies, triennial Torah readings, the Haftarah, and a d’var Torah or Torah discussion. We incorporate our young learners, particularly those preparing for b’nai mitzvah, in significant ways, and we offer a Renewal-style chanting service each month.
On Friday evenings, our Kabbalat Shabbat services explore a variety of approaches throughout the month, often including instrumental music, to invite a full range of demographics into the experience, including families with young children and young adults.
HYBRID ACCESS
All our services are available on zoom. Links can be accessed at the link below.
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Holidays
On holidays, we gather together for observances like a communal seder on Passover and Tu b’Shvat, the Megillah reading on Purim, Hanukkah candle lighting parties, and late-night Torah study on Shavuot, and we also offer rich festival davening, including traditional elements like Hallel and Yizkor.
Life Cycle Events
From baby naming, and brit milah to b’nai mitzvah and weddings, the JCA community invites you to celebrate your life cycle event with joy.
Please be in touch with Rabbi Weiner to discuss life cycle celebration options.
Learn
The JCA’s wide-ranging educational program offers opportunities for adults, as well as tots to teens and their families, to learn, grow, and celebrate in Jewish community. JCA educational opportunities are designed to encourage us to engage with our own Judaism and find our authentic Jewish selves. At the same time, we balance the needs of individual families and students with our traditions, and honor our diversity including what defines our Jewish identities.
Social Justice/Activism
The Tikkun Olam Committee welcomes new and returning members. Our work is to contribute to social justice efforts locally and beyond. Read the regular JCA Tikkun Olam emails to learn more about current initiatives, activities, opportunities and actions. Reach out to co-chairs, Judith Souweine (judithsouweine@gmail.com) or Amy Rothenberg (DrAmyRothenberg@gmail.com) with any questions or if you would like to join our efforts. We meet the third Thursday of each month, and will continue to meet by Zoom.
Annual and Special Initiatives
Ongoing Initiatives and Sub-Committees