Our children and teens (ages birth through high school) are an integral part of Chevrei Tzedek's programs and worship. On any given Shabbat or Holiday, our pre-Bnei Mitzvah age children help lead prayers in the main service, and are honored with opening the ark. We are especially proud of our post-Bnei Mitzvah teens, who read Torah and conduct services in the main service, including on High Holidays.
Here are some of our youth activities. For more information, contact Becky Pearlman at chevreitzedek@chevreitzedek.gmail.com.
SERVICES BY KIDS FOR KIDS
Our children’s services are led by our teenagers. We hold two services every Shabbat and holiday from 11 a.m. to noon, except when Adult Education Shabbat Limud services are held.
K’tanim (for children from birth through 1st grade)
A warm introduction to the Shabbat morning service, including songs, games and stories.
Junior Congregation (for children in 2nd grade through 8th grade)
As they prepare to become Bnei Mitzvah, our youth gain confidence in leading the service.
§ Once a month, there is a special Torah Service edition.
§ Once a month, kids are separated into two concurrent age-appropriate services:
o Junior Junior Congregation: for children in 2nd- 4th grade
o Senior Junior Congregation: for children in 5th - 8th grade.
TEEN GROUP ACTIVITIES
We have a USY (United Synagogue Youth) group for high school students and a Kadima youth group for middle school students.
Noar Tzedek Activities (for 9th-12th graders)
§ Lunch and Learn
o Monthly Shabbat (11-noon) discussions in a relaxed atmosphere on current events, social issues, etc.
§ Snack and Shmooze
o Monthly Shabbat (11-noon) social gatherings.
§ Innovative holiday celebrations and Tikkun Olam projects.
Kadima Activities (for 6th- 8th graders)
Once a month on Shabbat (11-noon)
CHILDCARE
Childcare is provided for children aged two to 12 every Shabbat, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Our professional child educator and teen assistants provide a safe, enjoyable environment for children, including both indoor and outdoor play.
BNEI MITZVAH
Families preparing for a bar or bat mitzvah ceremony form a chug (group) that meets regularly to prepare the children, participate in social action projects, and provide a support network for parents.
More information on Bar and Bat Mitzvahs can be found at Bnei Mitzvah Policy.
HEBREW SCHOOL
Chevrei Tzedek Congregation does not have its own Hebrew School. We’ve created alliances with three local Hebrew Schools:
§ The Kesher School of Congregation Beit Tikvah
§ Beth Am Synagogue
§ Beth El Congregation
Each congregation will allow the children of members in good standing of Chevrei Tzedek to attend their Hebrew schools at reasonable rates. Please contact each congregation individually to learn about the specific offer.
Once you have made your choice or if you have trouble convincing the staff at a given congregation that this deal exists, please do not hesitate to contact Vice Chairman Mike Field. Further, Chevrei Tzedek will provide any documentation or evidence you may need to demonstrate that you are a member in good standing.
You may secure any aid you require by contacting Mike Field, Vice Chairman, at chevreitzedek@gmail.com or by calling by telephone (available on the membership list).
CONGREGATIONAL ACTIVITIES
We gather as a congregation to celebrate as well as pray. The Congregational Activities committee organizes synagogue-wide events such as:
§ Kabbalat Shabbat services and dinners
Chevrei Tzedek Congregation does not have its own Hebrew School. We’ve created alliances with three local Hebrew Schools:
§ The Kesher School of Congregation Beit Tikvah
§ Beth Am Synagogue
§ Beth El Congregation
Each congregation will allow the children of members in good standing of Chevrei Tzedek to attend their Hebrew schools at reasonable rates. Please contact each congregation individually to learn about the specific offer.
Once you have made your choice or if you have trouble convincing the staff at a given congregation that this deal exists, please do not hesitate to contact Vice Chairman Mike Field. Further, Chevrei Tzedek will provide any documentation or evidence you may need to demonstrate that you are a member in good standing.
You may secure any aid you require by contacting Mike Field, Vice Chairman, at chevreitzedek@mail.com or by calling by telephone (available on the membership list).
§ Sukkah Potluck lunch
§ Purim and Chanukah parties
§ Tu B’shvat seder
§ Welcome New Members events.
