Worship at Temple Concord Celebrate Shabbat & Holidays with Us
Worship at Temple Concord is joyful, musical, and deeply rooted in Jewish tradition. Whether gathering in person or on Zoom, we create sacred moments together—welcoming Shabbat with song, celebrating holidays with ruach (spirit), and supporting one another through life’s transitions.
Our services are inclusive, participatory, and open to all. Whether you’re a longtime member or visiting for the first time, you’ll find a warm welcome, inspiring music, and a community committed to celebrating Judaism with heart and meaning.
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Welcoming Shabbat with community, Joy, and Meaning
Kabbalat Shabbat Services
(Friday evening)
When: Fridays at 6:00 PM, all year round
Every Friday evening, we gather to greet Shabbat as a community. Services are musical, ruach-filled, and open to all—members, friends, and visitors.
- 5:30 PM Pre-Neg — Join us before services for light refreshments and a chance to unwind and connect. (On nights with a congregational dinner or special oneg, the pre-neg may be replaced.)
- 6:00 PM Kabbalat Shabbat —Our services, led by Rabbi Emanuel and Cantor Siegel Eglash, blend tradition and innovation, featuring familiar & cutting-edge Jewish music, prayer, and thought-provoking teachings. Whether you come weekly, or are visiting for the first time, you’ll be warmly welcomed.
Services are held in person and on Zoom.
Children are always welcome. Our services aim to be accessible, inclusive, and joyful.
Monthly highlights include performances by:
- Knesset Shalom Singers, our adult volunteer choir
- Shirat Shalom Singers, our youth choir
- TC Shabbos Klezmorim Band, our spirited Temple Band.
Torah Study & Shabbat Morning Services
When: Saturdays at 10:00 AM (Torah study), followed by Shabbat morning services
Shabbat mornings begin at 10:00 AM with engaging Torah Study in the library, led by Rabbi Emanuel. These lively, spiritually enriching discussions offer new insights into our sacred texts.
Our Shabbat morning services are warm, inclusive, and participatory, filled with song and reflection. One of our maggidim shares a story or short D’var Torah, and, on occasion, we conclude with a relaxed Kiddush.
Throughout the school year, classes from our Religious School occasionally lead morning services, showcasing their Hebrew learning and growing comfort with the prayer service.
- 5:30 PM Pre-Neg — Join us before services for light refreshments and a chance to unwind and connect. (On nights with a congregational dinner or special oneg, the pre-neg may be replaced.)
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From the High Holy Days to Simchat Torah, Hanukkah, and Purim, we celebrate the Jewish year together with spirit, song, and joy. Whether at a family-friendly Purim spiel, a reflective Yizkor festival service, or a joyful Sukkot dinner under the stars, there’s a place for everyone at our table.
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Sukkot & Simchat Torah – Sushi in the Sukkah & Scotch in the Sukkah are two longtime favorites! Come dance with the Torah and celebrate our new students & member families on Simchat Torah.
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Hanukkah – Celebrate with latkes, candle lighting, and song.
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Purim – Our Purim spiels are legendary — expect costumes, fun, and family-friendly celebration.
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Passover, Shavuot, and Beyond – Special services and community events throughout the year.
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