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The Ritual Committee works closely with the Rabbi and Cantor as an advisory group on ritual matters pertaining to Shabbat and holiday prayer and religious and life cycle services. It formulates ritual and worship practices that encourage participation and spiritual growth for B'nai Tzedek and has a lead role in the planning for High Holiday services. Contact VP of Ritual, Mark Vandroff to join the committee.

Sat, April 27 2024
19 Nisan 5784

This Week at CBT

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Monday ,
AprApril 29 , 2024

Synagogue Closed
Monday, Apr 29th (All day)

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Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024

Rabbinic Retrospective: Rabbi Weinblatt Looks Back on 45 Years in the Rabbinate
Thursday, May 2nd 7:30p to 9:00p
Join us to hear Rabbi Weinblatt’s personal reflections on his 45 years as a rabbi as he is interviewed by award-winning video producer, Arty Berko. In addition to founding Congregation B’nai Tzedek, Rabbi Weinblatt has served as: • Founder of the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition • President of the Rabbinic Cabinet of the Jewish Federations of North America • Director of Israel Policy and Advocacy for the Rabbinical Assembly, • Head of the Jewish National Fund’s “Rabbis for Israel” • President of the Washington Board of Rabbis • Chair of the National Convention of the Rabbinical Assembly twice • Chair of the prestigious Annual Israel Bonds’ Ambassador’s Ball in D.C. with Symcha • Adjunct professor at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. • And so much more! Arty Berko has spent more than 35 years in broadcast and investigative journalism working for major news organizations like CNN, NBC News and ESPN. During his time at ESPN (27 years), Arty covered many major sporting events and breaking news stories around the world including 12 Olympic games. He was also fortunate enough to be recognized with multiple National Sports Journalism EMMY Awards, a Peabody Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award. You won’t want to miss this fascinating interview! RSVP below.
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Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024

Liane Aaron 25 Year Celebration & Sisterhood Shabbat
Shabbat, May 4th 9:30a to 12:00p
Join us for services to celebrate Liane Aaron's 25 years of dedication to CBT.
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Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024

Tot Shabbat with Lisa Baydush
Shabbat, May 4th 11:00a to 12:00p
Bring your preschoolers to dance and sing and welcome Shabbat!
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Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024

Shabbat Torah Study
Shabbat, May 4th 12:30p to 1:30p
These brief and informal study sessions generally are lay-led and are held on the first Shabbat of each month, excluding the summer, approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of services. The topic each month is the Parashat for the following week. During the study sessions, everyone has a chance to weigh in and express their views on moral, ethical and societal issues. Those attending enjoy the comradery, passion and enthusiasm of their fellow Torah students. Schedule for Post Shabbat Service Study Sessions 2023 – 2024 (5783 – 5784) Date Parashat – Following Week Citation/Location Leader Sept. 2, 2023 Nitzavim + Vayelech Deut. 29:9 – 31:30 Eric Raps Oct. 7, 2023* Bereshit Gen. 1:1 – 6:8 Stan Beder* Nov. 4, 2023 Chayei Sara Gen. 23:1 – 25:18 Dec. 2, 2023 Vayeshev Gen. 37:1 - 40:23; Num. 7:18 - 23 David Lowe Jan. 6, 2024 Vaera Exodus 6:2 – 9:35 Deborah Fox Feb. 3, 2024 Mishpatim Ex. 21:1 – 24:18; Num. 28:9 -15 Mar. 2, 2024 Vayakhel Ex. 35:1 – 38:20; 30:11 – 16 Apr. 6, 2024 Tazria Leviticus 12:1 – 13:59 Rabbi Betsy Roth May 4, 2024 Kedoshim Leviticus 19:1 – 20:27 June 1, 2024 Bamidar Numbers 1:1 – 4:20 Carol Greenwald * The Torah study session on Oct. 7th will be held in the courtyard, and under the outside overhang if there is inclement weather.
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Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024

Yom HaShoah: Holocaust Remembrance Day
Sunday, May 5th 6:00p to 7:30p
Join Congregation B’nai Tzedek as we pay tribute to the memory of the 6 million Jews tragically lost in the Holocaust. Together, we will honor their enduring legacy through the voices of second generation survivors, a memorial ceremony and discussion.
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Tuesday ,
MayMay 7 , 2024

Barchu & BBQ & Farewell to Ido
Tuesday, May 7th 5:30p to 7:30p
5:30 pm BBQ Dinner 6:30 pm Shabbat Under the Stars Celebrate the start of summer with CBT and wish our Shaliach, Ido, farewell! Dress casually for a fun, family-friendly Shabbat experience. Popsicles will be served in honor of the June birthdays. Register below. Early Bird Pricing: $15/adults $10/children through June 3rd After June 3rd: $18/adults $12/children Free to any CBT member who brings a prospective family! This event is generously subsidized by the Frances and Alvin Duber Family Fund.
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024

Canasta with the Sisterhood
Wednesday, May 8th 7:30p to 9:00p

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Thursday ,
MayMay 9 , 2024

What Inspires Me & What I Love About Being Jewish Series
Thursday, May 9th 7:30p to 9:00p
Join Rabbi Weinblatt for the remainder of his inspiring and heartwarming series about Jewish humor, Jewish music, Jewish languages and more. Previous attendance not required.
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Friday ,
MayMay 10 , 2024

Hazak Social Group
Friday, May 10th 11:30a to 12:30p
Join Hazak for their May get-together. Lunch will be served. Details to follow. $10/person. RSVP below.
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Sat, April 27 2024 19 Nisan 5784

Ritual Committee