What kind of Services do you offer?
Our Services are set up in a style that everyone (regardless of background or affiliation, be it reform, conservative, orthodox or unaffiliated) should be able to participate in an environment that is warm, super friendly and non-judgmental.
Do I need to become a member to join the Services?
There is no requirement to become a member for you to join our services, neither do we charge for seats. However, we do appreciate and encourage contributions, made by those benefiting from our services and programs.
Will I be able to follow the entire Service if I am slow at reading Hebrew or unable to read Hebrew at all?
The services are conducted in both Hebrew and English and the page numbers are continuously announced throughout the services, allowing everyone to know where we are holding. Our prayer books have both Hebrew and English as well as transliteration for all the parts of the services that are sung or read in unison which allows everyone to pray in the language they feel most comfortable and to participate.
Do I need to bring a head covering, Tallit or prayer book?
We will provide all our congregants with all the provisions necessary. If you would like to bring your own head covering or Tallit, you are encouraged to do so.
What kind of program will you provide for my children?
Our children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. The children will join the adults for the Shofar blowing, taking out of the Torah and other important highlights (depending on the age of the child). These programs will also allow the parents the ability to participate in the service without having to tend to the needs of their young children.
Will my children be provided with a snack?
The children will be provided with a variety of snacks, so there's no need to bring a snack of your own. If your child is on a strict diet or has allergies, we encourage you to bring a snack along (kindly inform the teachers at the program of any allergies your child may have).
I have a fear of Services being long and boring? Will the Services at Chabad be the same?
Absolutely not! Throughout the services the meaning and background of many of the prayers will be presented as well as many famous Jewish melodies will be included into the prayers, making our services interactive, entertaining and informative. If you have any further questions please feel free to contact us and we will be more than glad to answer them.
