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purim 5781
We're excited for one of the most creative and memorable Purims yet as we create a virtual environment of raucous joy and celebrate human miracles in these still challenging times. Get ready to lighten and brighten the season with yet another unprecedented communal experience and the refreshing playfulness of Purim at CSI. Check out our Purim promo video! Click the links below to learn about our various Purim projects and community initiatives.
MEGILLAH READING: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 @ 7PM
Our virtual Megillah reading will take place on Zoom, accompanied by the highly anticipated "Megillah Mugshots" pictorial slideshow of Shearith Israelites performing the Book of Esther in photographs. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind celebration!
Megillah Reading - Registration & Zoom Link
A second, full reading of the Megillah will take place during Morning Services on Friday, February 26 at 6:50am on Zoom at the regular minyan link.
SHARE A SMILE... 18 ACTS IN 18 DAYS!
Purim is a time to tell the story of Esther and send food and gifts to friends. It is also a time to be generous— and give to those in need. With that mitzvah in mind, this Purim Shearith Israel is organizing a community-wide campaign “Share a Smile... 18 Acts in 18 days!” Each day we’re suggesting an idea for a small act of kindness— a simple way to make the world a little better, brighter and spread kindness to those around you. Keep an eye out for the daily emails.
For every act of kindness you log, an anonymous donor will give $1 to further our Ahavat Chinam initiatives!
SHARE A SMILE- Learn More & Participate
Order a Share A Smile YARD SIGN
PURIM IN THE PARKING LOT: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 @ 3PM
Don't miss our fun-filled, COVID-safe Purim experience for children and families alike featuring music, a costume contest and family games. Masks are required for all and no food will be served. Admission is limited due to social distancing protocols.
minyan ohalecha: your tent minyan - shabbat mornings @ 9:30am
Our new alternative Shabbat morning service, Minyan Ohalecha: Your Tent Minyan, will take place in the CSI Parking Lot on Saturday mornings starting at 9:30am. The minyan will be a completely lay-led Shabbat morning service. Masks will be required for all participants and the experience is limited to 12 units and registrations accepted on a "first-come first-served" basis.
scholarstream - study with jts & conservative yeshiva faculty
CSI is partnering with the Jewish Theological Seminary and the Conservative Yeshiva to offer the ScholarStream series of Jewish learning this month on Zoom. Learn more and sign-up for one or both of the complimentary courses below.
Jews and Power: From Biblical to Modern Times - Register Here
csi annual meeting: sunday, march 7 @ 10am
The Annual Meeting of the members of Congregation Shearith Israel will be held virtually on Sunday, March 7 at 10am. For the online Ballot, Bios of the Proposed Board and Zoom link, click below.
virtual hunger walk run: sunday, march 7
Participate in this year's virtual Hunger Walk Run anytime and anywhere after signing up. Whether walking or running on a treadmill at home, strolling around your neighborhood, at a local park or on the trails, your participation will help meet the critical hunger needs in the local community. Donations are welcome as well. Join the CSI team at this link.
"connection is vital": community celebration & film
On Sunday, September 13, Shearith Israelites gathered on Zoom to celebrate our community and the connections it fosters across generations. Click the photo above to view and relive the entire "Connection is Vital" event. For a heartwarming short film about the Shearith Israel community produced by CSI Spiritual Music Innovator, Ori Salzberg, click the button below.
Thu, February 25 2021
13 Adar 5781
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