Please join Rabbi Sklarz, Cantor Lipton and B'nai Shir for a special tribute for Israel's 66th birthday!

 

The service will be followed by a festive Israeli-style dinner, the main course will be provided by GRS.  CLICK HERE if you would like to attend and bring an Israeli-style appetizer, side dish, or dessert.

 

Those born in the Month of May will be called up for birthday blessings!  

Let's CelebrateYom Ha'Atz'ma'ut -
Israel Independence Day!

Greenwich Reform Synagogue's Adult Education Program is excited to announce a VERY SPECIAL EVENT in light the growing extremist threats.  Ahmad El Assaad and Abir El Assaad, the founders of "Saving the Next Generation" Mostapha Gharib (an SNG scholarship student in the US) and Marv Berenblum will be making a presentation:

Fighting Extremism in the Middle East Region - How Saving the Next Generation is Inculcating Human Values and Respect for People Regardless of Religion, Nationality, Ethnicity or Gender

 

The Presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. A light breakfast will be served.  The El Assaads are founders of Saving the Next Generation, a secular, non-sectarian foundation which works with underserved young people in the Middle East between the ages of 10 and 22, regardless of religious affiliation, gender, ethnicity or nationality, to eliminate extremism. SNG promotes a culture of life, liberty, peace and opportunity by encouraging and fostering young people through education, diversity and human values while inspiring acceptance of and respect for each other's differences. SNG achieves this transformation through a series of fun-packed co-educational weekend camps, instructive day trips and by providing scholarships for talented students to leading universities, both regionally and internationally.You can learn more about SNG and its mission by visiting their website,  

http://savingnextgeneration.org/home.html

   

Whether you are brand new to Jewish text or have studied it from childhood, the Torah always has something powerful, compelling, and new to say to each one of us at every juncture of our lives.

 

Regardless of your background, journey with us into the "classic of classics," as we explore the teachings and traditions which have been passed down from Sinai to the present day.

 

As a rabbi and clinical social worker, Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, spiritual leader of GRS, brings a unique and engaging approach to text study.

 

No previous Jewish study experience required for this free program. Weekly walk-ins are always welcome!

 

Please contact Laura to register.

Have you ever wanted to learn the Shabbat blessings and melodies, so that you can join us in the celebration of Shabbat?  It's as easy as clicking here to listen to Cantor Sabrina, accompanied by GRS pianist and choir director David Johnson, as recorded by congregant and videographer, Michael Chait.   

We want to thank you for your patience during this time of transition.  To make things more convenient, CLICK HERE for the location of our upcoming services.

However, as our calendar is always subject to last minute changes, it's always best to check the website or the newsletter.

Exciting News: Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is bringing its support group counseling program straight into your home via the Online Support Group Project (OSGP).  Whether in person or online, support groups help participants gain sustenance and strength, feel less lonely and isolated, reduce distress, and improve coping skills.  

 

Four different online support groups are being offered: bereavement, caregivers, new mothers, and for those who are chronically ill. JFS will provide confidential and secure video-conferencing services through its exclusive partnership with Vidyo, Inc.. As always, JFS support groups are facilitated by licensed, experienced social workers and confidentiality is strictly maintained. After an initial private assessment, participants will be given explicit instructions on how to enter the online support group. All one needs is access to the internet. 

 

Surviving and Succeeding as a Stepmother

Facilitated by Linda Schlapfer, LMFT

WHEN:   Six Wednesdays-beginning April 30

TIME:     12:15pm - 1:15pm

WHERE:  JFS of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane

FEE: $120 for the group, sliding scale fees available

Contact Tatiana for more information.

 

JFS of Greenwich Spring Soiree Annual Benefit

Sunday, May 4, 2014 from 5-8 PM

Tomes-Higgins House 

216 E. Putnam Avenue in Greenwich, CT 

Dinner, drinks and auction to benefit JFS of Greenwich

Click here for more information and to RSVP.

  

For more information about JFS, please visit the Support Group page on the new JFS website www.jfsgreenwich.org, or call 203-622-1881.