הִנֵּֽנִי/Hineni—Here I am

 אַיֶּֽכָּה/Ayeka – Where are you? 

This is the first question in the Torah and the question for us. The response: Hineni – HERE I AM. 

In the midst of destruction, uncertainty, and distraction, I am here in community, in the presence of one another and the Divine, finding grounding and calm. We are resourcing each other to show up in our fullness, for ourselves and in the world. Join us for the Days of Awe.

In these uncertain times, we are more grateful than ever for the community we’ve built together as the New Synagogue Project, and look forward to renewing that commitment to each other as we enter into the High Holidays and a new year.  

ALL are welcome, regardless of NSP membership status or ability to pay, and we hope you will be able to join us, in person or online. 

Registration Information

We will continue to embrace a hybrid approach: Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur adult services will be held both in person (indoors) and online. We will also be offering indoor children’s services; outdoor school-age kids’ programming; outdoor-optional learning programming, an outdoor, in-person Tashlich ritual; and outdoor events with our Jews of Color Space.

We are honored to welcome back Batya Levine, who will be co-leading all adult services with Rabbi Yosef, including  Tashlich. Read more about Batya and Rabbi Yosef here.

Our services and programming are open to everyone, but advance registration is required. Registration will CLOSE on September 12.

NSP High Holiday programs are free of charge to be as financially accessible as possible. We ask those who are able to support our programs by making a sliding scale donation when reserving your High Holidays ticket. NSP is a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization, and your support allows us to continue to serve our community and keep our services open and affordable to all.

All location details and Zoom links will be emailed to registered participants. In the event of rain, outdoor events will be moved indoors. Below is the quick summary of NSP’s rich schedule of events. Find more information on each event here!

Rosh Hashanah

Yom Kippur

• • Friday, October 11
    
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    • • 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Kapparot (Mutual Aid Ritual) | In person (outdoors)
    • • 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Kol Nidre (Yom Kippur Evening) Service | In person (indoors) or online

• • Saturday, October 12
    
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    • • 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Morning Service | In person (indoors) or online
    • • 9:30 – 10:30 AM | Children’s Morning Service (Ages 0-5) | In person (indoors)
      • 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Childcare (All Ages) | In person (indoors)
    • • 1:00 – 6:20 PM | Yom Kippur Learning Spaces and Quiet Spaces | In person (indoors or outdoors)
    • • 4:00 – 5:00 PM | School-Age Kids’ Afternoon Program (K-3rd Grade/4th-7th Grade) | In person (outdoors)
    • • 6:00 – 7:20 PM | Ne’ilah (Closing) Service | In person (indoors) or online
    • • 7:20 – 8:15 PM | Break-fast | In person (outdoors)

     

Additional Offerings

Engaging with Elul

We will be creating a list of Elul programs and resources offered by communities in our wider network. Check back here in the coming weeks for opportunities to engage with the month of Elul!

Songs for Elul & the Days of Awe

Music is at the heart of NSP. Musical playlists will be available for you to listen and sing along to during this year’s High Holiday journey. Check here for new playlists in the coming days and weeks.

Volunteer Opportunities

NSP is a volunteer-driven community, and participation from our community is an essential part of making High Holidays run smoothly. If you are interested in volunteering for any of our services or programming, please indicate that when you register, or email us at highholidays@newsynagogueproject.org.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? Find the answer here!