Passover, known as Pesach in Hebrew, is a major Jewish spring festival, commemorating the Exodus from Egypt more than 3,000 years ago. The ritual observance of this holiday centers around a special home service called the seder (meaning “order”) and a festive meal; the prohibition of chametz (leaven); and the eating of matzah (an unleavened bread). On the eve of the fifteenth day of Nisan in the Hebrew calendar, we read from a book called the Haggadah, meaning “telling,” which contains the order of prayers, rituals, readings, and songs for the Passover seder. The Passover seder is the only ritual meal in the Jewish calendar year for which such an order is prescribed, hence its name. Listen now: When Do We Eat Lotsa Matzah
During Passover, we are instructed in the Book of Exodus to eat Matzah, unleavened bread, and not to eat chametz, foods that are leavened, as a way of re-enacting our leaving Egypt. Before & during Passover this year [April 22 – April 29], we are asking that you refrain from bringing the following foods into the Temple Israel building: bread, rolls, crackers, flour tortillas, cookies, cakes, pasta, cereals, soy sauce, or food that has been breaded. Thank you and wishing you a joyous Festival of Matzah. Happy Passover! Chag Sameach!
FESTIVAL SERVICE (IP)(Z)
April 23 | 10:30 a.m.
Temple Israel Second Night Passover Seder (IP)
Tuesday, April 23rd, 6 p.m.
As we gather for Passover, we are excited to once again host our Temple Israel Community Seder. As we commemorate the exodus of Egypt and celebrate freedom, we ask that you not only bring your presence, but also a piece of you that you will pass down to share. Whether it's a cherished family recipe, a beloved heirloom, or a family tradition that's brand new or generations old, let's come together and share a meaningful evening.
Adults (13+) $36
Children (Ages 3 -12) $18
No charge for those Ages 2 and under
RSVP online by Monday, April 16
Dinner Menu:
Brisket, Brown Sugar Salmon, Roasted Vegetables, Potato Kugel, Matzah Ball Soup, Gefilte fish, Charoset, Matzah, Chocolate Flourless Cake.
If you have any questions, please contact Director of Engagement and Events, Mindi Marburg.
Thank you to the Mark Goldstrom Family for subsidizing the cost of this dinner!
SERVICE & YIZKOR (IP)(Z)
April 29 | 10:30 a.m.