Torah Commentary Parashat Bo Exodus 10:1-13:16
by Rabbi Arnold Saltzman This week’s parsha, Bo, continues the narrative of Moses and Aaron coming to Pharaoh in order to free the Israelite slaves. Pharaoh again refuses. Having refused …
D’var Torah Parashat Vayechi
by George Gazarek Being a young man who spent thirty years as a Christian, twenty-six years as an agnostic, and fourteen years as a Jew, I sometimes reflect on my …
“Better Gods” Gives Operatic Life to a Little-Known Chapter in History
by Rabbi Arnold Saltzman Writing an opera on the history of Hawaii is a bold endeavor, as it explores a history and culture less familiar to us, yet of significance …
1st Annual Cold Shabbat
Friday, January 15 It’s a winter version of our popular summer Hot Shabbat – an “inside picnic” and Shabbat service featuring a delicious BBQ dinner for all! Dress is super …
2016 CSS Directory
by Mark Holt Personal and Business Ads Now Being Accepted for the 2016 Directory! This is the time of year for updating and publishing the annual Congregational Directory. Our Directory …
Wine & Beer Tasting
Saturday, Feb 20, 7 pm. The Sha’are Shalom Wine and Beer Tasting is scheduled for Feb 25, and we need a coordinator. Last year’s event was a big success, with …
Scout Shabbat and Family Service
Friday, Feb 26, 7 pm. Leader is David Kanter. Oneg sponsored by Lisa Chernoff and Stuart Richman. Each year, Congregation Sha’are Shalom proudly offers Scout Shabbat, celebrating our Cub Scouts, …
Women of CSS Theater Event
by Robyn Kanter Sha’are Shalom will be going to see The Sisters Rosensweig at Theater J in Washington DC on Saturday Feb 6 at 3 pm. Tickets are $37. The …
Hebrew Naming Ceremony
Sha’are Shalom is planning a Hebrew Naming Ceremony for members of our congregation who may not have a Hebrew name. Rabbi Saltzman will be working with families to decide on …
President’s Message
by George Gazarek “Jesus is the Reason for the Season” “Jesus is the reason for the season.” Catchy phrase, isn’t it? I’ve seen that line on the marquee in front of …