The Kabbalists tell us that the foundation for the coming year is determined by our actions during the first twenty two days of the year, beginning with Rosh Hashana and ending with Shmini Atzeres / Simchas Torah. Just like the 22 letters to the Alef – Beis are the building blocks for our holy Hebrew language; so too are the-se 22 days the building blocks for the coming year.
Without a doubt, this was the most outstanding twenty two day period in the history of the Shul. The pray-ers, led by our inspiring Chazzanim, were said with lots of spirit and heart-felt devotion. The Chazzanim and the congregation’s group singing seem to get better year after year. The Rabbi’s talks, especially prior to the two Yizkor services, were thought provoking and comforting. Many of the guests and first time attendees commented on how much they enjoyed the services. People who returned to the Shul, after trying out other Shuls, told us that they missed our services, and were happy to be back. Many people used the word “meaningful” to describe how they felt about the services during this time, and how they felt they received “Chizuk” *encouragement+ for the coming year.
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