Shabbat Shoftim
August 13-14, 2021
SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah on Shabbat morning.
Rabbi Kean will continue the Rambam Hilchot Teshuva series between Mincha and Maariv on Shabbat afternoon.
Topics we will discuss: Who do we confess sins to? What is unique about Teshuva on Yom Kippur? How do we do Teshuva for interpersonal sins? Can I refuse to accept an apology?
TORAH READING
Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9, Artscroll p. 1024
Haftarah: Isaiah 51:12-52:12, p. 1199
KIDDUSH SPONSORSHIP
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ
OUTDOOR MUSICAL KABBALAT SHABBAT NEXT WEEK, 8/20
Please join us for a special outdoor musical Kabbalat Shabbat next week, parshat Ki Tetzei (8/20) in the CBAJ tent (weather permitting).
LEARNING OPPORTUNITES AND EVENTS
FOR UPCOMING HIGH HOLIDAYS
Monday Night Lecture SeriesCBAJ is partnering with the Jewish Center (Manhattan), Congregation Agudath Sholom (Stamford, CT) and Queens Jewish Center to present a Zoom lecture series, beginning this Monday, August 9th, at 8:30 PM.
Zoom link: zoom.us/j/7052940733 Dial in: (646) 558-8656, code: 7052940733#
PASSWORD: 015824See flyer for details.
Daily Chofetz Chaim Learning
Starting this Sunday, August 8, between Mincha and Maariv at weekday minyan, we will learn Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan's work Chofetz Chaim on the laws of lashon hara. The Yamim Noraim is a time where we examine our relationships with others and seek to improve our behavior. This daily learning will help us improve our speech.
Shabbat Learning
We will continue learning Rambam's Hilkhot Teshuva (Laws of Repentance) between Mincha and Maariv on Shabbat.
Selichot Kumzits
Selichot begin Saturday night, August 28. Our annual Selichot Kumzits will take place at 9 pm.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
Stay tuned for future Youth Programming.
DAVID AND ROSE UDELSON BRAY
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Applications can now be submitted for the David and Rose Udelson Bray Scholarship Fund. The award is available to support undergraduate or graduate study.
Details about eligibility, the application process, and award amounts can be found here . Inquiries and completed applications may be sent to president@cbaj.org. Applications for the fall semester are due by Sunday, September 12.
LIFE & LEGACY *
We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to a Life & Legacy committee member about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years. For more information, contact office@cbaj.org.
YOU SEND IT, WE PRINT IT
Please be sure to send the CBAJ office information about celebrations or other achievements to be mentioned in the weekly e-mail.
DAILY SERVICES
Shacharit
Sunday : 8:00 am
Monday and Thursday: 6:45 am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 6:55 am
Mincha/Maariv:
Sunday - Thursday: 7:35 pm
Candle Lighting Next week: 7:31 pm
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COMMUNITY EVENTS & NEWS
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
New Offerings: Spring 2021 JFS Support Groups
JFS has launched new virtual groups to help: teens “unload;” parents with day-to-day challenges; caregivers with information sharing; older adults with staying safe & connected; grief & loss; pandemic stress; and feeling down and disconnected.
JFS is offering many programs and help at this time, and they also seek volunteers for many of those initiatives. Click here for more information if you'd like to volunteer or participate.
