What's Happening at the GRJC
SHABBAT
Erev Shabbat
Friday, January 3
7:00 pm: Erev Shabbat services
Birthday / Anniversary Shabbat - if you have a birthday or anniversary during the month of January, please join us for a special blessing and treat from Rabbi Schlosberg.
Shabbat
Saturday, January 4
9:00 am: Shabbat services
PLEASE NOTE: Shabbat services (Friday evenings and Saturday mornings) are held in-person with a livestream option. If you do not receive our announcements and would like to view the livestream, please contact Jforman@grjc.org.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Torah on Tap - "A Farewell to Genesis"
Thursday, January 9 at 7:30 pm
Vayechi is the last parsha of the book of Genesis—the season finale! In this session, we’ll debate what the ending foreshadows for the Israelites in the book of Exodus, dive into famous midrash (rabbinic stories) inspired by the Torah portion, and bid farewell to some of our most beloved characters: Jacob and Joseph. Join members of the community for Torah study with our rabbinic intern, Sarah Rockford. RSVP to sarah@grjc.org for meeting location.
Shabbat Together
Friday, January 10
A Community-wide Friday Night Experience with Something for Everyone
Space is limited. SIGN UP HERE.
5:30 pm: Kiddie sing-a-long for children 6 and under
6:00 pm: Dinner for all
7:00 pm: Engaging intergenerational service in the sanctuary.
Senior Schmooze with Rabbi Schlosberg
Tuesday, January 14 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Featuring an oldies sing-a-long with musician Hal Keshner...back by popular demand! SIGN UP HERE or RSVP to jforman@grjc.org / 201-652-6624.
Tot Shabbat
Saturday, January 18 at 10:45 am
Open to the community and perfect for young families with Nursery School-age children. Led by Hillary Green-Lerman. Please come celebrate Shabbat and join us for kiddush lunch to follow. SIGN UP HERE.
Thursday, January 9 at 7:30 pm
Vayechi is the last parsha of the book of Genesis—the season finale! In this session, we’ll debate what the ending foreshadows for the Israelites in the book of Exodus, dive into famous midrash (rabbinic stories) inspired by the Torah portion, and bid farewell to some of our most beloved characters: Jacob and Joseph. Join members of the community for Torah study with our rabbinic intern, Sarah Rockford. RSVP to sarah@grjc.org for meeting location.
Shabbat Together
Friday, January 10
A Community-wide Friday Night Experience with Something for Everyone
Space is limited. SIGN UP HERE.
5:30 pm: Kiddie sing-a-long for children 6 and under
6:00 pm: Dinner for all
7:00 pm: Engaging intergenerational service in the sanctuary.
Senior Schmooze with Rabbi Schlosberg
Tuesday, January 14 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Featuring an oldies sing-a-long with musician Hal Keshner...back by popular demand! SIGN UP HERE or RSVP to jforman@grjc.org / 201-652-6624.
Tot Shabbat
Saturday, January 18 at 10:45 am
Open to the community and perfect for young families with Nursery School-age children. Led by Hillary Green-Lerman. Please come celebrate Shabbat and join us for kiddush lunch to follow. SIGN UP HERE.
CASINO NIGHT!
Doors open at 7:30 pm | Gaming begins at 8:00 pm
$100 per person donation / entry fee includes $100 play money for games.
No experience necessary - Zoom training coming soon.
Full details and registration HERE.
$100 per person donation / entry fee includes $100 play money for games.
No experience necessary - Zoom training coming soon.
Full details and registration HERE.
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You may join our Men's Club or Sisterhood at any time.
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Sponsor a Kiddush
We welcome you to celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, new baby/naming, graduation or other event by clicking HERE. Please contact the main office first to make sure your requested date is available.
We welcome you to celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, new baby/naming, graduation or other event by clicking HERE. Please contact the main office first to make sure your requested date is available.
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SUPPORTING ISRAEL
Federation of Northern NJ Israel Emergency Fund: 100% of funds raised will go to Israel.
Friends of the IDF (FIDF): Donations will go to help get Reservists back to Israel, help provide basic needs to the soldiers in the field, and to support families of fallen soldiers.
Friends of the IDF (FIDF): Donations will go to help get Reservists back to Israel, help provide basic needs to the soldiers in the field, and to support families of fallen soldiers.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Guide to Jewish Senior Living - a Resource for Jewish Seniors and their Families - Click HERE.
Resources from The Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey
Check out this resource guide for Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties. We encourage you to use it to find a helping hand, guidance and/or support for you, your family or your friends and neighbors. It is organized into four categories:
- Food and Nutrition, including Senior Services
- Economic Relief
- Mental Health Services
- Domestic Violence
Check out this resource guide for Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties. We encourage you to use it to find a helping hand, guidance and/or support for you, your family or your friends and neighbors. It is organized into four categories:
- Food and Nutrition, including Senior Services
- Economic Relief
- Mental Health Services
- Domestic Violence
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