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By Mitch Cohen

Thinking back just a few years ago, I sang from the bimah with a sanctuary of empty seats behind me. This year, it was wonderful to see so many returning to shul again.  We also had a large number of viewers online. On the first day of Rosh Hashanah we had over 850 people from around the country viewing on Adathlive.com, Facebook, and our YouTube channel.  I was able to export our rabbis' sermons to our YouTube channel. Use the buttons below to view.

Now we turn our attention to Yom Kippur with Kol Nidre this Sunday evening, September 24th. Mincha begins at 6:45 PM in the chapel, and then the Kol Nidre service with our choir begins at 7 PM in the main sanctuary. It's a service packed with singing and reflection. I hope you will join me in person or online. 

During the Yom Kippur afternoon break on Monday September 25, we have three special programs. They are available in person in the Marcus Chapel or on Zoom.  Register below.

At 2:00PM, Reproductive Freedom - Featuring Rabbi Smolkin, Dr. Meredith Pensak, and Sandy Kaltman. What views does Judaism hold regarding reproductive freedom? How does medical science illuminate the subject?

At 3:15 to 4:15 PM Complexities of Israel - Featuring Rabbi Smolkin.
In recognizing the complexities of Israel, we can deepen our connection to Israel, and we can learn how to agree and disagree with one another.

At 4:30 to 5:30 PM The Business of Teshuvah - Featuring Rabbinic Fellow Sam Rheins. How does the process of Teshuvah work when it comes to monetary fraud? Is it possible to do Teshuvah when it comes to selling fake kosher goods?

High Holiday Hub

Visit our High Holiday Hub for adult and youth service times and everything to do with the High Holidays in one place!!

Lunch is $10 for members and $20 for non-members

Starting October 11th

Come IN PERSON at Adath or
connect via ZOOM this month

View projects and more info online now!

Save the Date

Jewish Community Night October 4 at 7:30 PM
FC Cincinnati is excited to host Jewish Community Night in partnership with The Mayerson Jewish Community Center and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati at TQL Stadium on Wednesday, October 4, at 7:30 PM vs. New York Red Bulls.  When you're done buying, you'll receive a unique link to share with friends. Every ticket will include an exclusive FCC Jewish Community Night Scarf to be picked up at the game.  Everyone who buys from your link will sit with you at the game so you can pay separately but sit together!  All fans will receive their digital tickets through their SeatGeek account.  Also the first 50 people to purchase will be eligible to watch warmups from the sideline.  For any questions/concerns, please contact Bryan Avolio at (513) 763-1017 or avolio@fccincinnati.com. 

When: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Where: Summit Park - 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash, Ohio
Register: 513-246-9261 or at https://trihealth.jotform.com/Lori_Asmus/welcomehome2023

11 AM - Veteran Gathering & Lunch
12 PM - Community Celebration and Parade of Heroes

We are excited to announce our second annual Welcome Home Veterans Event 2023 at Summit Park in Blue Ash on Wednesday, September 27th from 11 AM to 1 PM. This event honors Veterans in the community of al eras as well as Gold Star families. We're pleased to hear many Veterans who attended last year share that this was one of the best Veterans events they've ever attended, especially as they exited the recognition ceremony to a gathering of community members thanking them and 'welcoming them home'.

Sincerely,

Julie Alley, MSW, LISW - Social Worker, Veterans Service Liaison at Hospice of Cincinnati.

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