Worship

Services This Week

Friday, March 19
Shabbat Service "Increasing Diversity of the American Jewish Community" 8:00 pm
Join Guest Speakers for "Increasing Diversity of the American Jewish Community."

Saturday, March 20
Tot Shabbat 9:30 am

Community Shabbat 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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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.
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Religious School

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

Thursday, March 18
Hebrew School 4:00 pm

Sunday, March 21
2nd Grade Parent Meeting 9:30 am
Religious School 9:30 am

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

Adult Education

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

Thursday, March 18
Women's Study Group 10:30 am
An exploration of Jewish teachings concerning the body, with Rabbi Aron.

Prayerbook Hebrew 4:00 pm
Prayerbook Hebrew for those who already know the Aleph Bet.

Saturday, March 20
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 21
Intermediate Hebrew 9:30 am
For those who want to read and understand the prayers of our Shabbat Service, with Rena Alisa.

Book Group 10:45 am
Shir Hadash book group will discuss "A Pigeon and a Boy" by Meir Shalev.

» 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
RSVP Today! - Popular Songs Contest

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» 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
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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 3/15/2010