Shabbat Youth Programs
Family & Learners Services
The monthly Family & Learners’ Services are for families and anyone who wants to learn more about the Shabbat morning service. They offer a supportive environment for Sinai B’nei Mitzvah students, Sinai families, and adults to practice their service skills.
Families with children of preschool age through 7th grade are encouraged to attend and learn with us. Our experiential approach to learning is the most effective way for students to become comfortable being in a synagogue for services and learn the Shabbat morning service.
5th – 7th Grade Family & Learners' Service
Meets from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Led by Doug Brook, in the Mirkin Chapel
Students have opportunities to practice leading the Torah service and other prayers they have learned in class, as well as chanting Torah and Haftarah.
Kindergarten - 4th Grade Family and Learners' Service
Meets from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Led by Morah Michelle and madrichim, in Room 2.
With the support of madrichim (teen leaders/guides), Kindergarten through 4th grade students will practice the prayers (tefillot) and brachot they are learning. This abbreviated service is mainly sung, with opportunities for moving and participating in the Torah portion play.
Preschool Age Family Service (a.k.a. Torah for Tots)
Meets from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Led by Dana Berkenwald, in Room 3
We invite you to join Dana Berkenwald for Torah for Tots. This Shabbat service of songs and stories is for children 4 and under and their grownups. Join the fun and meet other families with young children.
Dates for 5786 Family Services can be found here.
Shabbat Mishpacha
A fun musical Friday night Torah for Tots service with Rabbi Berkenwald. Welcome Shabbat with songs and laughter & join us afterwards for a delicious dinner.
This special Shabbat service is designed to accommodate the youngest of worshipers, so you can expect plenty of singing, movement, and stories for your entire family to play a part.