Worship

Services This Week

Friday, March 12
"No Shush Shabbat" & Aleph Class Service 6:30 pm

Saturday, March 13
Naomi Herman Bat Mitzvah with Rabbi Fleekop & Cantor Felder-Levy 10:30 am

Shir Shabbat Morning Service 10:30 am

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About Shir Hadash

Congregation Shir Hadash is a Reform Congregation in Los Gatos, California, and member of the Union for Reform Judaism.

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» Partners of Jews, You Are a Member (PDF)
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Study

Early Childhood Center

The Shir Hadash Early Childhood Center offers preschool classes for children ages 2–5, open to all families in the community. Shir Hadash membership is not required.
Learn more - Register now

Religious School

Thursday, March 11
Hebrew School 4:00 pm

Sunday, March 14
Religious School 9:30 am

Tuesday, March 16
Hebrew School 4:00 pm
Hebrew High School 7:00 pm

» Religious school general information
» Religious school registration
» Check your Hebrew homework

Adult Education

Thursday, March 11
Prayerbook Hebrew 4:00 pm
Prayerbook Hebrew for those who already know the Aleph Bet.

Saturday, March 13
Return and Renewal: Torah Study 9:30 am
Shabbat morning Torah study this year will focus on the Biblical books of Ezra and Nehemiah.

Sunday, March 14
Intermediate Hebrew 9:30 am
For those who want to read and understand the prayers of our Shabbat Service, with Rena Alisa.

Talmud Study 10:45 am
Could the Talmud have prevented the recent economic meltdown?

Tuesday, March 16
Prayerbook Hebrew 5:00 pm
Prayerbook Hebrew for those who already know the Aleph Bet.

Introduction to Judaism Class at Shir Hadash 7:30 pm

» 2009-10 Adult Education Program Catalog

Rabbi's Corner

Why We Shouldn't Sit Out Criminal Justice Reform
Friday, February 19, 2010 (Rabbi Aron)

When the Laws on Slavery are Shaped by Ex-Slaves
Saturday, February 13, 2010 (Rabbi Aron)

Free Loan Shabbat: Investing in Community
Friday, February 12, 2010 (Rabbi Fleekop)

Unexpected Gratitude
Saturday, January 16, 2010 (Rabbi Fleekop)

Two Jewish Views of Justice
Friday, January 15, 2010 (Rabbi Aron)

Hindsight
Saturday, December 19, 2009 (Rabbi Aron)

» Sermon Archive
» High Holy Days 5770

Community

Coming Events

Club30
Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Congregation Shir Hadash
April 24, 2010
Raffle Winners - Popular Songs Contest

Wednesday, March 10
Chef's Night Out - Fresh Choice
Fundraiser Benefiting Congregation Shir Hadash

» Highlights
» Temple calendar
» Hebrew calendar & Jewish holidays

News

Service Leaders for Shir Shabbat Services Needed!

Help Feed the Needy at the Sunnyvale Armory

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Members Only
The latest issue of the Notes, for March 1–April 15, is now available online.

» February birthday greetings from the Sisterhood
» More members-only content

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Groups & Programs

Shir Hadash Green Team
For Tu BiSh'vat, learn how you can conserve water.

Men's Club
Create fellowship and contribute to the vitality of the congregation. The Men's Club's Youth Leadership Grants Program is now in its third year, supporting Temple Youth participating in leadership development programs.

Caring Committee
The Shir Hadash Caring Committee provides assistance to members in times of need.

» More groups

Memorial Garden
A beautiful new space dedicated to honoring and celebrating the lives of family and friends.
Updated 3/10/2010