“Zichronam Livracha”
May the memories of our departed loved ones be a blessing.
We invite you to inscribe the names of family and friends in the Book of Remembrance as a tangible acknowledgement of love for those who have passed away but are not forgotten.
Order deadline is September 5.
In this 3 part series, learn about fellow congregants’ Jewish journeys. One is from someone born and raised Jewish. One is from someone who has chosen Judaism. One is not Jewish but married to someone who is and has chosen to actively participate in our community.
Come celebrate a new membership and programmatic year and the prelude to the High Holy Day season.
The evening begins with a Preneg – a time to come together and enjoy light appetizers before services.
Services will be family friendly. As a nod to Selichot and the upcoming High Holy Day season, we’ll be changing the torah covers to white in a moving participatory service.
We’ll end the evening with a congregational Shabbat dinner – a time to relax, share a traditional Shabbat meal, and connect with members of the community.
Reverse Tashlich is an innovative approach to Jewish environmental stewardship. In the ritual of Tashlich on Rosh Hashanah, we go to a body of water and symbolically cast our “sins” into the water to begin the New Year with a clean heart. With Reverse Tashlich, we’re turning symbolism into action by removing human “sin” from the water and surrounding land.
High Holiday Food Drive
Participate in an act of Tikkun Olam this High Holiday season! OSTY/JOSTY will be conducting their annual food drive in collaboration with Jewish Family Services Community Food Pantry and our own OST Soup Kitchen.
During Rosh Hashanah services, pick up a bag provided by the temple, and on Yom Kippur, return the bag filled with nonperishable food items. For safety reasons, please avoid glass containers.
HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICE SCHEDULE
Monday, September 22
Erev Rosh Hashanah
7:00 pm Evening Service*
Tuesday, September 23
Rosh Hashanah
9:00 am Children’s Service
10:30 am Morning Service**
Wednesday, October 1
Kol Nidre
7:00 pm Evening Service*
Thursday, October 2
Yom Kippur
9:00 am Children’s Service
10:30 am Morning Service**
12:45 pm Study Session #1
1:45 pm Private meditation before Sanctuary Ark
1:50 pm Study Session #2:
3:00 pm Afternoon Service
4:00 pm Musical Interlude
4:15 pm Memorial & Concluding Services
Congregational Break Fast immediately follows
BREAK THE FAST
Join us at the conclusion of Yom Kippur services for a congregational break the fast. We’ll be offering bagels, lox and fixings, salads, desserts and drinks.
TICKETS
High Holy Day tickets are required for evening and morning services. Tickets are included in OST membership (note Friends of OST do not receive tickets). Tickets will be mailed on the week of September 8 to all members in goodstanding (those who are current with their financial commitments or made a payment plan). Tickets are not transferable. They are an important part of our security protocol and allows us to safely welcome those joining us.
Children of members up to age 25 may enter with their parents (parents should contact the office to get tickets for their children 18-25). All individuals age 26 and older must arrange for a ticket. Young adults under the age of 30 can receive a free membership.
College/graduate students, active military, students in OST’s conversion program, members of other synagogues are entitled to complimentary tickets. Please contact the office to arrange for your ticket.
Members who are traveling out of town for the holidays and need tickets to attend services at another synagogue should contact the office so we can request reciprocal tickets on your behalf.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Celebrate the High Holidays with our joyful interactive Children’s Services filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Open to the community. Enjoyed by individuals 0-99.
9:00 am Wednesday, September 23
9:00 am Thursday, October 2
BABYSITTING & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
Babysiting is available for ages 0-3 (both evening and morning) and engaging programs for ages 4+ (morning only). Parents must have a ticket in order to utilize our Babysitting/Children’s Programming. Advance registration is required. Babysitting during Erev Rosh Hashanah and Kol Nidre services is $5/child per service. Both babysitting and children’s programming are free during morning services.
Rosh Hashanah
7:00 pm Evening Service (Tuesday, September 22)
10:30 am Morning Service (Wednesday September 23)
Yom Kippur
7:00 pm Evening Service (Wednesday, October 1)
10:30 am Morning Service (Thursday, October 2)
USHER
We invite you to be a valued volunteer and contribute to the meaningful High Holiday experience at Ohef Sholom! We are seeking ushers to assist during the services, ensuring a smooth and welcoming atmosphere for our congregation.
SAFETY & SECURITY
Your safety and security are our top priority. Each individual adult MUST present a valid ticket to enter services. Bags may be subject to search.
Parking attendants, uniformed police, and ushers are all part of our effort to keep you safe. They will be located throughout the property. Your cooperation with their requests is greatly appreciated.
PARKING
The OST lot will be available primarily for those with handicap tags and mobility issues. Parking is available first come first served. Parking attendants will be posted at the OST lot to direct traffic.
Parking will be available at Ghent United Methodist Church and First Presbyterian Church for evening services. Please do NOT use either church lot on Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur morning.
Additional parking is available on Forman Field (Stockley Garden and Redgate) as well as surrounding streets.
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