Rosh HaShanah 2025 |
5786 ראש השנה
Shanah Tovah !
שנה טובה
In this New Year 5785,
May you know all the goodness of life,
Health, happiness, and peace!
Welcome to these most sacred of days as we gather to celebrate Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. As we know them, the High Holy Days celebrate the role of the individual and his or her personal relationship with God. These Days of Awe are not a remembrance of history or our people’s past. They are a celebration of the world’s existence and our present lives.
Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur are not about we – the Jewish people. They are about me, the moral me who must live in a meaningful way. On these days we each seek better understanding about the character and quality of our lives.
We also delight in joining together to welcome a new Jewish year for our lives. The warmth of our community’s annual reunion, the spirit we feel sharing in our Jewish heritage, and the hopes we carry for a sweet New Year of goodness and well-being connect and inspire us.
Below you will find information for Rosh HaShanah, including schedules, ticket information, and the Rosh HaShanah Enrichment Book to prepare us for the High Holy Days.
Rosh HaShanah Services Schedule
We gather for High Holy Day Services inside the Stone Family Sanctuary or Jacobs Family Community Hall. Seating is also available outside on the Turk Family Plaza where services are broadcast via Livestream. Livestream of our services is also available at home for those not able to join us in person.
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High Holy Day Programs for Youth & Families
First Day Rosh HaShanah
First Day Rosh HaShanah
Thursday October 3, 10:15 a.m.
Stone Family Sanctuary
We gather as a community of families, children, and teens before dividing into different age-appropriate experiences. We prepare for prayer, learning and a meaningful holy day through song and story. We will join the larger community to participate in the blessing of the generations. This special moment brings our entire community together.
Youth & Teen Services
11:00 a.m. in Various Campus Locations
On Rosh Hashanah we will explore the themes relevant to the New Year through prayer, group activities, age-appropriate discussions, games, and reflective moments. Rosh Hashanah presents an opportunity to reflect on the past and look to the future and explore our daily actions and responsibilities. In various locations our children will meet by Pre-K through Grade 1, Grades 2-6, and Grades 7-12.
High Holy Day Hangout for Teens
11:45 a.m. Youth Lounge
Teens in Grades 7-12 are encouraged to join the main service to support their friends reading Torah and participate in prayer. The Youth Lounge will also be open for teens who wish to spend time reflecting together in the spirit of the holiday.
Children’s Nosh and Hugim (Holy Day Activities)
12:00 noon in the Education Wing
Children are invited for a mid-day snack and a series of activities including song, art, stories, and play relevant to the themes of the holiday.
Second Day Rosh HaShanah
Second Day Rosh HaShanah
Friday October 4, 10:00 a.m.
Jacobs Family Community Hall
A family friendly service for all ages during which we sing, pray, and explore the themes of Rosh Hashanah. While this program is geared towards younger children, all are invited.
Family Time and Blessings | Sounding of the Shofar
Stone Family Sanctuary, 10:30 a.m.
Our children and their families join us to share blessings and lessons after we hear the sounds of the Shofar.
Children’s Nosh and Drash
11:00 a.m. in the Children’s Shul
Children are invited for a mid-day snack and a series of activities including song, art, stories, and play relevant to the themes of the holiday.