Today is May 20, 2013 -
Oceanside Jewish Center
A South Shore Jewish Community
2860 Brower Avenue
Oceanside, NY 11572
Phone: (516) 536-6112
Junior Congregation
Shabbat is a vital part of our tradition and we view Junior Congregation as an integral part of our curriculum. These services prepare the students for congregational worship, which is basic to Jewish tradition. Students are given the opportunity to practice prayer skills that are learned within the classroom .
Junior Congregation Dates:
September 15
September 29
October 13
October 27
November 3
November 10
December 1
December 15
January 12
January 26
February 9
March 2
March 16
April 6
April 20
May 11
May 18
Several times throughout the year the morning Shabbat events will be replaced by special events on Friday evening, Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning.
Classes on Shabbat morning are held in accordance with the laws of Shabbat so that no writing or other prohibited activities are involved.
A Family Shabbat Service is held on the first Friday night of each month. This service is lead by Rabbi Greenspan and Cantor Gadi Elon. The service is an abbreviated Kabbalot Shabbat services designed for families with young children. The children have the opportunity to learn how to sing the Friday night Shabbat songs. Each months service includes a special theme depending on the time of the year.
