Kiddush following services, outdoors (weather permitting) Shabbat Mincha 8:10 pm
Talmud Class 7:10 pm Seudah Shlishit following Mincha
Ma'ariv 9:15 pm
Shabbat ends 9:27 pm
TORAH READING Numbers 19:1-22:1, Artscroll p. 838 Haftarah: Judges 11:1-33, p. 1187 SPEAKER Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah KIDDUSH Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ. Gittela and Jonathan Harris are providing shabbos treats at kiddush in memory of Gittela's grandmother, Kaila Chai bas Yisroel, whose yahrzeit is this Shabbat and who loved lollies and little ones.
On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a meaningful and restful Shabbat.
I am glad to be back in shul following a restful vacation. While I was away, our country celebrated July 4th, U.S. Independence Day. I would therefore like to take this opportunity to note my gratitude for having been born in a prosperous nation that has, by and large, been a haven for Jews for escaping persecution that has allowed us to flourish.
It is true that many of us may be critical of various aspects of U.S. society or actions taken by our government - historic or present (which we should absolutely express!). Many of us also may have experienced anti-Semitism or have family who have.
That being said, I nonetheless believe that it is important for us to be grateful for this country, the blessings of democracy, and the ability to live freely as Jews with full rights of citizenship - blessings that were unheard of for many of our ancestors.
I hope to see you soon at tefilah, a youth program, or a social event!
TOT SHABBAT CBAJ's Tot Shabbat returns NEXT SHABBAT, July 16th! Children ages 0 - 5 and their parents are welcome to join Early Childhood Jewish educator Laura Weisblatt at 10:15 am on the Playground (rain location will be the young children's classroom #3).
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like more details or to be added to the Young Families Whatsapp group.
WEEKLY LEARNING AT CBAJ
WEEKLY CLASSES TORAH & TEA Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM, in person in the chapel & on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
PARSHAH CLASS Rabbi Kean hosts a weekly class on the ParshahThursday nights, in person and on the CBAJ Zoom*. The 7/14 class starts at 7:00 PM TALMUD CLASS Join our Shabbat AfternoonTALMUD SHIUR in-person, at CBAJ, one hour before Shabbat Mincha. We are studying Masechet Makkot. This week, we will begin at 7:10 PM.
*ZOOM INFORMATION Go to https://zoom.us/join Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 Enter passcode: 613518
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
Tot Shabbat For children ages 0-5 and their parents the next Tot Shabbats are July 16th & August 27th at 10:15 AM.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families Whatsapp group.
Youth Groups, Torah High, Mishna Club, NCSY Events All other Youth Programming will be on a hiatus for the summer.
DAILY SERVICES
July 10 - July 15, 2022
Shacharit Sunday: 8:00 am Monday - Friday: 6:45 am
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 .
COMMUNITY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES JFS experienced clinicians are here to help with compassionate, evidence-based interventions for people of all ages. They provide in-person and remote telehealth appointments. They also accept a range of insurance plans. Click here for more information. JFS has launched their Spring 2022 schedulefor a variety of support groups for all ages, facilitated by JFS clinical staff. Groups are held via Zoom or over the phone.
JFS-CBAJ Volunteer Partnership CBAJ invites you to volunteer with one of JFS's programs to support seniors and vulnerable individuals in our community. Volunteer opportunities are time flexible, and include participation in the Capital District's kosher Meals on Wheels program, volunteer transportation for seniors, and grocery shopping for homebound seniors. Email Simma Kinderlehrer to learn more.
Battle of the BBQs - This Sunday, July 7, 4-6 PM A community day supporting Shalom Food Pantry, located at the Albany JCC. Sample delicious BBQ. RSVP required: Click here or email chanie@shalomfoodpantry.com.
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
Visitors please e-mail the CBAJ office regarding registering for our services during the ongoing pandemic.
Please review and adhere to our COVID POLICY when planning your visit.
The wearing of masks by individuals ages 5 and older who have been fully vaccinated and boosted (as per eligibility) will be a personal choice. This applies to both services and social activities, such as kiddish.
Unvaccinated individuals must continue to wear masks while at CBAJ, in keeping with current CDC recommendations.
Fully vaccinated community members are welcome to register as "vaccinated" at this link.
If you feel sick at all, please exercise good judgment and stay home rather than attending services, regardless of vaccine status.
We still request those who are able to help our Minyan status register for weekday and Friday and Shabbat afternoon services, so that we can continue to confirm a Minyan for those times. A registration email is sent weekly.
