High Holidays
High Holidays 5785/2024
Shanah Tovah!
Join Rabbi Jessica Zimmerman Graf, Rabbi George Altshuler, cantorial soloist Simon Barrad, Music Director Jonathan Dimmock, and our High Holiday choir of professional and enthusiastic congregational singers for our awe-inspiring services. We look forward to seeing you in person, under the dome, in our historic sanctuary.
All events will take place in person. Livestream option available for services and select programs.
HIGH HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Wednesday, October 2 – Saturday, Oct. 12
EREV ROSH HASHANAH
Wednesday, October 2
5 pm: Family High Holiday Experience Ages 0-9
6 pm: Congregational Dinner
7:30 pm: Evening Service
ROSH HASHANAH MORNING
Thursday, Oct. 3
10 am: Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
TASHLICH: 1:30 pm Lunch, 2:15 pm Tashlich
Join us for a picnic lunch following serices as we symbolically cast our sins into the Bay.
More Information TBA
EREV YOM KIPPUR
Friday, October 11
5 pm: Family High Holiday Experience Ages 0-9
7:30 pm: Kol Nidre Service All Ages
YOM KIPPUR
Saturday, October 12
10 am: Morning Service All Ages
1:30 pm: Afternoon offerings
2:30 pm: Contemplative Healing Service
3:30 pm: Text Study
5 pm: Yizkor
5:45 pm: Ne’ilah
6:30 pm: Break-the-fast in Newman Hall
ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY OBSERVANCES AND EVENTS
S’LICHOT
Saturday, September 28
7:30 pm: Havdalah and refreshments
8 pm: Slichot Program
9 pm: S’lichot service: Begin the season of repentance in the month of Elul as we look inward and contemplate the year that has elapsed. Rabbi Jessica Zimmerman Graf and Rabbi George Altshuler lead a musical service with cantorial soloist Simon Barrad and music director Jonathan Dimmock including the ceremonial changing of our Torah mantles for the High Holidays.
SUKKOT SHABBAT AND DINNER
Friday, Oct 18
6 pm: Kabbalat Shabbat
7:30: Sukkot celebration and dinner
Food Drive
Dates TBA
During the High Holiday season, Sherith Israel partners with JFCS to collect canned foods for the hungry. Nonperishable food items may be donated in person at CSI. Contact: jemanuel@sherithisrael.org.
High Holiday FAQ
Can nonmembers purchase tickets?
Nonmembers are welcome to purchase a OnePass for all High Holiday services or individual tickets for each evening or day of services.
Do I need a mask? Proof of vaccination?
We will work to ensure as safe an experience as possible for all. We encourage you to wear a mask if you so desire. We will revise our policies if mandated by a government agency.
How do I get additional tickets?
Congregants may purchase additional OnePasses or individual tickets for family members. Please call 415.346.1720, x117 for more information.
What accessibility accommodations are in place?
Congregation Sherith Israel wants everyone to be able to participate fully and comfortably in all that we offer. Our synagogue has an accessible entrance (through the Newman building), an elevator, and accessible restrooms. In the main sanctuary, we have an assistive listening system, large print prayer books, and designated space for wheelchair users and their companions. During busy times, we offer a “quiet room” for people of all ages who need time away from the group. We welcome service animals.
If you need any other accommodation, please contact zmigdail@sherithisrael.org or 415.346.1720, x117.
Can I join Congregation Sherith Israel now?
Yes, membership at Sherith Israel includes High Holiday OnePasses, member rates at events and invitations to member-only events. Under 30? Check out our YAP Membership.
Please contact zmigdail@sherithisrael.org or 415.346.1720, x117.
My friend is visiting and belongs to a URJ synagogue elsewhere. Can they get tickets?
Congregation Sherith Israel welcomes all members of URJ congregations at no cost. You can request a URJ reciprocity form be sent to Sherith Israel from your friend's home congregation or have their office call ours.
Is there childcare?
We are not offering childcare this year. We encourage children of all ages to join us for services. We are offering shorter, family oriented services on the morning of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Where should I park?
While there is street parking in the area, the best bet are the CPMC and Pacific Professional garages. Located at the corner of Clay and Webster, the two garages offer paid parking all week. Click here for more information, public transit and directions.
Sat, April 27 2024
19 Nisan 5784
Coming Events
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Saturday ,
AprApril 27 , 2024
Saturday, Apr 27th 9:15a to 10:15a
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Sunday ,
AprApril 28 , 2024
Sunday, Apr 28th 9:30a to 12:30p
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Tuesday ,
AprApril 30 , 2024
Tuesday, Apr 30th 4:30p to 5:45p
3-5th grade Hebrew 4:15-5pm on Zoom 5-5:45pm in person -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 30 , 2024
Tuesday, Apr 30th 6:00p to 8:00p
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024
Wednesday, May 1st 5:00p to 7:00p
The increased manifestation of antisemitism in our country and beyond is not only painful and frightening but also complex. Join Rabbi Julie Saxe-Taller and members of Sherith Israel to learn a framework for understanding the role of antisemitism in our society and to build our capacity to address it together. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024
Wednesday, May 1st 7:15p to 8:15p
Participants learn to read and pronounce the letters of the Hebrew alef-bet, as well as gain familiarity with the prayerbook, basic blessings and core parts of the liturgy. No prior knowledge required. Taught by Noa Levy. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024
Thursday, May 2nd 7:00p to 8:30p
Irreverent, nostalgic and vulnerable, Until the Last Pickle, is a memoir replete with remembrances, anecdotes, and exactly 18 recipes. It’s an exploration of identity and belonging — at once, deeply personal and broadly relatable — told through the lens of one family’s “totally average” immigration journey. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024
Friday, May 3rd 5:00p to 6:45p
Join a gathering of young families celebrating Shabbat with music, pizza, games, candle lighting and community building. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024
Friday, May 3rd 7:15p to 8:30p
Join us as we spend a wonderful evening eating delicious food in community. Services begin at 6pm, followed by dinner at 7:15pm. Bring your friends and family! Family of Studio students welcome. Please RSVP and include the number of attendees in the notes by Thursday, May 2nd, at 12pm. Please reach out to Jonathan Emanuel if you have a special circumstance or are in need of financial accommodations. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024
Saturday, May 4th 9:15a to 10:15a