Jeremy Ben-Ami, President, J Street, will share his thoughts on the devastating Israel-Hamas war, unpack the roles of the American Jewish community, Congress and the Biden Administration, and explore the possibilities for building a safer, more peaceful future. Dessert reception … Continue reading »
Looking for a way to participate in the election this year? Mount Zion is supporting the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism’s nonpartisan “Every Voice/Every Vote” campaign. Join us to help get out the vote in swing states. We will … Continue reading »
Thursdays in September, 7:00-8:30 (in-person) Cost: $18/person Join Rabbi Heather Renetzky and Director of Youth and Young Adult Engagement Abby Gore as we prepare spiritually, emotionally, and socially for the high holidays. We'll explore themes such as forgiveness and intention … Continue reading »
In person (Mount Zion) and via Zoom for the starred workshops If you are attending a Zoom workshop, please have your High Holy Day Prayer books handy. If you don’t have a set, you can purchase them online or borrow … Continue reading »
This Open House is for unaffiliated Jews, new members, and long-time members looking to re-engage. Discover over 165 years of Mount Zion's rich history. Learn about Mount Zion’s dedication to worship, learning, music, and social justice. Meet our clergy, lay … Continue reading »
On the Sunday before Rosh Hashanah, the clergy, in white robes, along with Ba’alei Tekiyah (shofar blowers) will be on Mount Zion’s roof! Our cantors and rabbis will conduct a brief, uplifting ceremony with prayer, song, and the sounding of … Continue reading »
Sign up here to donate blood at or via the Red Cross Blood App (sponsor code: SP Circle of Faith.) Fall into donating! Receive a $15 e-gift card! Help ensure that patients battling their hardest days get another chance at … Continue reading »
Thursdays in September, 7:00-8:30 (in-person) Cost: $18/person Join Rabbi Heather Renetzky and Director of Youth and Young Adult Engagement Abby Gore as we prepare spiritually, emotionally, and socially for the high holidays. We'll explore themes such as forgiveness and intention … Continue reading »
The evening that ushers in the High Holy Days 7:30 pm - Selichot Movie and Discussion: The Quarrel This 1991 film (90 min) holds up surprisingly well and is extremely relevant to the questions we are still asking. The plot: … Continue reading »
Who By Water and Who By Fire: Unetaneh Tokef Led by Rabbi Renetzky Unetaneh Tokef is an evocative piyyut (liturgical poem) recited during the High Holy Days, illustrating the theological idea that our “fate” is inscribed on Rosh Hashanah and … Continue reading »
