Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | January 19, 2024

In this week’s portion, Bo (Exodus 10:1-13:16), we read about the exodus from Egypt. We receive the laws of the Passover Seder, the sacred meal eaten on the evening of Passover. We learn…

Feb. 2 Kabbalat Shabbat Service, Mediterranean Dinner and Israeli Dancing

By templenjAF | January 15, 2024

Join us on February 2, at 6:30pm for a Kabbalat Shabbat service, followed by an amazing family night of Israeli themed dinner and Israeli dancing, sponsored by the Adult Jewish…

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | January 12, 2024

In a letter to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. following the march from Selma to Montgomery in March 1965, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel wrote: “ Even without words…

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | January 5, 2024

This Shabbat marks the third anniversary since the horrific attack on the US Capital. On that day, there were some individuals who wore shirts that said: 6MWE – it stands…

“I Support the Girls” Donation Drive

By templenjAF | January 3, 2024

Join the Social Action Committee in making a meaningful impact. We’re excited to announce our “I Support the Girls” donation drive. Monetary donations can be made here.

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | December 29, 2023

This week we finish reading the book of Genesis with the portion, Vayechi (Genesis 47:28-50:26). It is a powerful book containing so many important themes. But there is one theme that runs…

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | December 22, 2023

This week’s Torah portion, Vayigash (Genesis 44:18-47:27), Joseph finally reveals himself to his brothers, and secures a place and a future for the family in Egypt in the province of Goshen. The Torah…

MLK Weekend Services

By templenjAF | December 19, 2023

Temple Shalom and New Light Baptist Community Church are joining together for their 20th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Reverend Edna Wiley will deliver the special sermon…

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | December 15, 2023

We are all born with a sense that our lives are supposed to make a difference. As kids, we imagine ourselves in moments of adventure and greatness, moments of nobility…

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | December 8, 2023

It’s that time of year. Nights are longer, and we are preparing to light up the darkness with the candles of our menorahs. Traditionally on Hanukkah, “gelt” (money) is distributed…

Rock Shabbat Service featuring Syd Bakal

By templenjAF | December 3, 2023

Temple Shalom and the Alan J Malinger Rock Shabbat Fund are pleased to present Syd Bakal as our featured artist in residence for Shabbat evening service, Friday, December 15, 2023…

Shabbat Greetings

By templenjAF | December 1, 2023

One of the most challenaging stories in the Torah concerns Jacob and his nocturnal encounter with a mysterious opponent with whom he wrestles throughout one fateful night. This week’s Torah…