We are looking forward to spending the High Holy Days together in Shul with you! We are thrilled to bring back many of our beloved BA traditions that were paused during the pandemic. We also have some new surprises that we can't wait to share with you.
Above all, we are grateful to have you as part of our Kehillah during the High Holy Days and all year round. Please take some time to read the information below and be sure to register for the events you are able to attend.
Introduction to this Year's Theme from Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose and Elevating Elul Through Song with Cantor Sharon Nathanson & Friends
Haneshamah Lach Vehaguf Poalach, the soul belongs to God and the body is God’s creation. God knows what makes us tick, God formed it, God put it there and so we turn to God in confidence throughout these days of purification and we say, Chusah Al Amalach, have mercy on us, your handiwork. Forgive our sins and shortcomings, help us to be better people, to do more, to be more, to improve ourselves and our world, to be true partners in Your work of redemption. If we can achieve - or at least aspire to achieve these goals - we will surely be on the road to a Shanah Tovah!
With love, Reb Carnie
Please click HERE to listen to L'maankah, the first piece in our Elevating Elul Through Song series:
Music by: Eitan Katz Arranged by Andy Curry, BA Composer in Residence Text: High Holy Day Liturgy Guitar: Andy Curry Vocals: Andy Curry, BelleAnne Curry, Cantor Sharon Nathanson
B'nai Amoona warmly welcomes this year's Pre-Selichot Scholar in Residence, Dr. Arnold Eisen. Dr. Eisen will share his wisdom and insight with us in preparation for the Days of Awe.
Friday, September 16 Friday Evening Services, Dinner, and Discussion beginning at 6:00 pm Turning to God and Theology, Together Thank you to all who registered for dinner. As a friendly reminder, we will not be offering childcare during Dr. Eisen's discussion which is geared towards audiences sixteen years and older.
Shabbat, September 17 Services and Further Discussion from the Bimah beginning at 9:00 am Words, More Words and Key Words
Special Torah for Today in the President's Conference Room at 10:00 am
Services, Seudah Shlishit and Text Study with Dr. Eisen at 6:30 pm
Pre-Selichot Discussion with Dr. Eisen at 8:00 pm Are Teshuvah, Tefillah, and Tzedakah Truly Enough to Mitigate the Evil of the Decree?
Pre-Selichot snacks and refreshments in the Gallery at 9:00 pm
Walk to the Main Sanctuary at 9:15 pm
Our moving Selichot Service in the Main Sanctuary will begin at 9:30 pm
Be Sure To Register For These High Holy Day Events
Please click the images to be directed to their registration forms.
Please save the date for Men's Club Scotch in the Sukkah! More information and online registration form will be coming soon!
B'nai Amoona Welcomes Raquel Scharf-Anderson, Head of Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School & Brian Herstig, St. Louis Jewish Federation CEO
Brian Herstighas a varied background working in the nonprofit sector, including a total of 15 years at the Jewish Federations of Minneapolis and Pittsburgh. Most recently, Herstig was the Director of Operations and Administration at Twin Cities R!SE, which assists individuals in generational poverty on the path to long-term and stable employment. He holds two master’s degrees – one in Non-Profit Management, and the other in Jewish Communal Service – both from Brandeis University, and graduated from The Ohio State University, magna cum laude, with a degree in Social Work.
Raquel Scharf-Anderson is the Head of the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School. Raquel has taught in public, private, and college settings over the last 25 years. She has tremendous experience in both gifted and special education arenas speaking at local and national conferences on reading, emotional intelligence, and gifted learners. Raquel prides herself on meeting learners where they are and helping them find success.
Brian and Raquel will join Rabbi Neal and Rebbetzin Carol Rose for our Rosh U Alternative Program taking place on Rosh Hashanah Day II, Tuesday, September 27 beginning at 9:30 am.
Kapparah Gelt & High Holy Day Greetings
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