Temple Sinai

ANNUAL MEETING 2025
2025-06-22 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Temple Sinai
Join us at 4 PM for the Annual Installation of New Officers.
June 22, 4 PM – Hors D’oeuvres and Dessert Served!

Join us for our next Kabbalat Shabbat on the Beach Sun Circle Park / Preston Beach Friday evening, July 25th / 6:00pm
2025-07-25 18:00 - 19:30
Come join Rabbi Batya and Cantorial Soloist Aaron (with his guitar) to celebrate Kabbalat Shabbat in this beautiful setting.

Joint Tisha B'Av Service with Temple Sinai and Cong. Shirat Hayam Saturday, August 2nd 8:45pm Cong. Shirat Hayam / 55 Atlantic Avenue / Swampscott
2025-08-02 20:30 - 22:00
Join Rabbi Michael Schwartz and Rabbi Michael Ragozin as we commemorate the destruction of both the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem, as well as other historical tragedies.

School Supply Drive for the Lynn School System
2025-08-28 09:00 - 2025-09-15 13:00 | Temple Sinai
The Social Action Committee is collecting supplies for the Lynn School System.
Drop off Location: Temple Sinai 1 Communiity Road Marblehead MA
Drop off times: Monday-Friday 9am-1pm

Selichot with a discussion: Is Jewish Culture Counter Culture?
2025-09-13 20:00 - 21:30
Join Rabbi Michael Schwartz as he leads us in an evening of prayer and learning.

SOCIAL ACTION CALENDAR 2025-2026
2025-09-15 04:00 | Temple Sinai
Social Action Calendar 2025-2026. Please consider contributing time or money to support those in need. Your assistance is urgently needed.

Winter Drive for Coats and Socks
2025-12-01 09:00 - 2025-12-31 13:00 | Temple Sinai
The Temple Sinai Social Action Committee is hosting a winter coat drive for coats and new white socks.
Only new white socks are allowed – the dye in colored socks are bad for the feet of the shelter guests.
If you are able to donate, the drop-off location is Temple Sinai, 1 Community Road, Marblehead MA.
Please drop off between 9am and 1pm, Monday-Friday.
You can also make a dollar donation, and we will make the purchase for you.
Thank you for donating!

Join Us At the Rose Art Museum for a tour of the work of Jewish artists
2025-12-07 14:15 - 17:00
Temple Sinai Adult Education Committee invites you to join us at the Rose Art Museum for a tour of Fabricated Imaginaries: Crafting Art, focusing on the work of Jewish artists.
The tour is on Sunday, December 7th at 2:15pm at the Rose Art Museum in Brandeis University.
RSVP by Monday November 24th to susan.templesinai@gmail.com, or 781-631-2763
If you are interested in carpooling, please let the office know.

Join us for a Chanukah Celebration for all ages
2025-12-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Temple Sinai
Join us for a Chanukah celebration for all ages on Saturday December 20, 2025.
5pm – Havdalah & Family Scavengar Hunt
6pm – Candlelighting/Dinner/Chanukah Sing-a-Long
Bring your favorite family menorah
Make your own Sundae bar
Price:
Free for Temple Sinai members
The community is also invited, at 35$ per nuclear family or $18 per adult.
RSVP is required by December 10th. Your payment is your reservation.
To RSVP, contact Susan at susan.templesinai@gmail.com

Inaugural "Mazal Tov" B'nai Mitzvah Program
2026-02-25 16:30 - 2026-05-21 18:00 | Temple Sinai
The new “Mazal Tov!” B’nai Mitzvah Program
Our new B’nai Mitzvah preparation program at Temple Sinai in Marblehead is the opportunity for Every Jewish Child to Celebrate Becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah!
Temple Sinai invites you to join our inaugural B’nai Mitzvah Cohort for Spring 2026.
Overview

Purpose: To make the bar/bat mitzvah milestone accessible, meaningful, and user-friendly for every Jewish child and their family.
Ceremony Options: Choose to hold your ceremony in Israel, at a venue of your choice, or at Temple Sinai (additional costs apply).
No Synagogue Membership Required: Open to all Jewish families, whether or not you are members of Temple Sinai.

Program Details

Cost: Thanks to a generous subsidy grant, the cost is only $180
What’s Included:

8 Classes: Focused on Jewish values, knowledge, and building connections among students and families.
Ceramic Sculpture Program and Gift: Created through the “Storyteller” program.
Shabbat Morning Service: A learning service and community experience.
Shavuot Holiday Event: Includes a dairy holiday dinner and community learning program, as well as recognition for completion of the program.
Two Rabbi Consultations: Personalized meetings to plan your child’s bar/bat mitzvah ceremony.
Mitzvah Project Guidance: Support for students to complete a meaningful mitzvah project.

Additional Support:

Expert guidance on planning and creating a personalized bar/bat mitzvah ceremony.
A list of tutors for Hebrew and ceremony preparation (if needed).

Why Join?

Builds a sense of community among b’nai mitzvah students and families.
Offers meaningful and engaging Jewish learning experiences.
Introduces core Jewish values and knowledge.
Ensures every child has the opportunity to become a bar/bat mitzvah, regardless of synagogue membership or level of Jewish education.

Program Schedule
Classes meet at Temple Sinai, Marblehead, unless otherwise noted.
Weekday classes: 4:30–6:00 PM
Classes marked with (*) include parents and students together.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (*)
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 (*)
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Sunday, March 22, 2026 (* 10:00 AM) – “Storeyteller” art program
Saturday, March 28, 2026 (*, 9:30 AM) – Shabbat service
Wednesday April 15, 2026
Wednesday April 29, 2026
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Thursday, May 21, 2026 (*, evening) –Shavuot program and ‘graduation’

Note: Program schedule and content are subject to change to meet students’ needs.
Program Curriculum

(*) What is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah? Why Now at This Age?
Introduction to the significance of the bar/bat mitzvah milestone.
Jewish History – A Timeline
Overview of foundational events and periods in Jewish history.
(*) Tzedaka and Gemilut Chasadim: Learn about these concepts and the importance of community service; choose from a list of community service projects [required].
The Jewish Calendar and Holidays: Passover
Understanding Jewish holidays and learn about the upcoming Passover holiday.
(*) “Storyteller” – Sharing Our Jewish Stories Through Art
Participants understand their family tree through an object of family significance, and create an expression of their personal Jewish story.
(*) Shabbat service
The Synagogue: Understanding the “What” and “Why”
Exploration of synagogue elements (Torah, ark, siddur, etc.) and their significance and meaning.
Jewish Ethics and Values 1: The Environment
Discussion of Jewish perspectives on environmental responsibility.
Jewish Ethics and Values 2: Hillel and Shammai – Lies and Truth-Telling
Exploration of ethical debates and Jewish teachings on honesty.
Jewish Ethics and Values 3: Honoring Mother and Father
Examination of the commandment to honor parents and its modern application.
(*) Tikkun Leil Shavuot – Engaging in the Shavuot holiday community learning program and recognizing participants’ ‘graduation’ of the program toward their b’nai mitzvah celebration.

About Our Rabbi
Rabbi Michael Schwartz brings decades of experience guiding families through the bar/bat mitzvah process. Having lived in Israel for 20 years, he helped hundreds of families create meaningful, personalized ceremonies at Masada, the Western Wall, in ancient synagogues, or in the heart of Israel’s nature. In the U.S., Rabbi Schwartz continues to personalize the experience, addressing each child’s unique needs and capabilities. He guides families through:

Meaningful Learning: Engaging Jewish education tailored to the student.
Community Service: Support for completing a mitzvah project.
Impactful Ceremony: Planning a memorable bar/bat mitzvah service that reflects the family’s journey together.

For more information or to join the “Mazal Tov!” program, contact susan.templesinai@gmail.com

In Conversation With CNN
2026-05-31 09:30 - 11:30 | Temple Sinai
Listen to CNN Anchor and Correspondent John Berman, and CNN Senior Business Reporter David Goldman, as they discuss the role of the Media in today’s dynamic environment. Following a 9:30 AM breakfast, this stimulating program will begin at 10:00 AM. The program is free, but RSVPs are required for security purposes and to ascertain breakfast requirements. Responses are requested by May 27 at susan.templesinai@gmail.com and inquiries can be directed to the Temple Sinai office at 781 631 2763. Temple Sinai is located at One Community Road, Marblehead, MA.
This program is brought to you by the Temple Sinai Adult Education Committee.
