Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation Yom Kippur Services Friday September 29 & Saturday September 30 - Have An Easy Fast

A message from Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation (RIJC) President Nina Lublin:

You can mark one of the most important days of the Jewish calendar and continue to celebrate the High Holidays

Rabbi/Hazzan Rabbi Leslie Schotz, RIJC President Nina Lublin and Rabbi Leana Moritt address the congregation on Rosh Hashanah

with your family, friends and neighbors at the Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation’s Yom Kippur services.

At the RIJC, the oldest and longest-serving Jewish congregation on the Island, you will find members of all generations worshipping as a progressive, egalitarian and friendly community. Our spiritual leader, Rabbi Leana Moritt, has established a special warmth and, after 10 years here, knows every member and their family.

Kol Nidrei services begin Friday evening, September 29th at 6:15 pm sharp, in the Samctuary in the Cultural Center, at 548 Main Street, down the stairs marked Main Street Theatre & Dance Alliance. Barrier-free access via elevator is also available through the breezeway at 556 Main Street.

Yom Kippur Morning services will be held on Saturday, September 30 at 9:00 am.

Child care is available for children ages two to ten Friday evening and during the Saturday morning and afternoon services.

There will be a children’s service in the Theatre on Saturday, September 30 at 11:00 am.

The Afternoon services, including Havdalah, will begin at 5:00 pm, followed by a light Break Fast.

For more information about the High Holidays, worship services and programs throughout the year, please visit RIJC.org for details. You may call Nina Lublin, RIJC president, at 212-688-0003.

We look forward to seeing you for Yom Kippur. Shanah tovah u’metukah.

More info on the RIJC available at their web site.