Summer BBQ
2024-08-04 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Temple Sinai
Join us for a BBQ on Sunday August 4 from 1pm-4pm.
RSVP to susan.templesinai@gmail.com and barz1028@comcast.net
Free for Temple Sinai and Congregation Sons of Israel members. $18 per ticket for all other community members.

"The Surprising Artistic Lives of Cancer Physicians" with Temple Sinai member Dr. Anthony Zietman
2024-08-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Temple Sinai
Join us at Temple Sinai for a member talk from Dr. Anthony Zietman. As editor of major cancer journals, Anthony invited physicians to submit scientific work for the journals, and their art work for the covers. The art is every bit as astounding as the science, and the stories behind the art are even more remarkable! Anthony will share the best of the art and the most inspiring of the stories at this wine and cheese reception.
RSVP to susan.templesinai@gmail.com
All are welcome.

Chanukah Food Pantry Project
2024-11-01 00:00 - 2024-12-08 23:59 | Temple Sinai

Leonard Cohen: 8th Annual Memorial Class: "The Name"
2024-11-07 11:30 - 12:30 | Temple Sinai

Brotherhood Movie and Lunch
2024-11-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Temple Sinai

Seeking Wisdom Finding Joy: A year long exploration of what makes us happy
2024-11-15 18:00 - 2024-11-17 11:00 | Temple Sinai
Speakers and talent:
Rabbi David J. Meyer
Shabbat Topic: “Dayenu! Living A Life of Sufficiency”
Havdalah Topic: “The Road to Paradise: A Song About Shoes”
Rabbi David J. Meyer was called to the pulpit of Temple Emanu-El, Marblehead in the fall of 1992. Following thirty-one years leading the congregation, he retired as Rabbi Emeritus in July, 2023.
Ordained by the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in 1986, Rabbi Meyer served for six years as the Associate Rabbi of the historic Congregation Sherith Israel in San Francisco, California. He later received his Master of Theology Degree from Harvard Divinity School in 1996. In May 2011, Rabbi Meyer was awarded the Doctor of Divinity (honoris causa) from HUC-JIR.
Rabbi Meyer’s sermons and articles have appeared regularly in magazines and rabbinic journals, including The Jewish Spectator, Moment, The American Rabbi, The CCAR Journal, and the American Jewish Archives Journal. He is the author of an acclaimed textbook on Jewish ethics, The Rabbinic Driving Manual: A Jewish Guide to Driver’s Education.
Well-known in the field of contemporary Jewish folk music, he spent more than a decade as Music Director at the American Jewish University’s Brandeis-Bardin Campus in Southern California. Recently, he has teamed with Jon Nelson to release three full-length albums of original songs, “This One At Last”, “Road Without Shoulders”, and “A Song About Shoes”.
In addition to his pulpit and pastoral duties, Rabbi Meyer is active in a wide variety of community activities and organizations on Boston’s North Shore. He served for four years as Convener of the Marblehead Ministerial Association and is also a Past-President of the North Shore Rabbinical and Cantorial Association. In addition, Rabbi Meyer has served as a member of the Essex County Anti-Crime Council, on the Board of the Jewish Federation of the North Shore, and of the Epstein Hillel School, and was among the founders of the MarbleheadCares Coalition.
For ten years, Rabbi Meyer was a member and captain of the Boston Children’s Hospital “Miles for Miracles” Marathon Team. He sits on the national U.J.C. Rabbinic Cabinet, and is a recipient of the prestigious Community Rabbinic Leadership Award. In 2006, Rabbi Meyer received the Leonard P. Zakim Humanitarian Award from the Anti-Defamation League, in recognition of his work “building bridges” of understanding between differing faith communities. In 2012, he received the Samuel S. Stahl Community Service Award from the Jewish Community Center of the North Shore. In 2014 he received the Annual Rabbinic Leadership Award from Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP) in Boston. In 2017 he received the Israel Unity Award from the State of Israel Bonds. And just prior to retirement, Rabbi Meyer received special commendation from the Town of Marblehead and the Marblehead Police Department in recognition of his years of service to the wider community.

Rabbi Or Rose
Kabbalat Shabbat Topic: “The Wisdom of Hasidic Storytelling”
Director, Miller Center for Interreligious Learning & Leadership Hebrew College, Newton, MA
Rabbi Or Rose is the founding director of the Betty Ann Greenbaum Miller Center for Interreligious Learning & Leadership of Hebrew College. Before assuming this position in 2016, he worked in various administrative and teaching capacities at Hebrew College for over a decade, including serving as a founding faculty member and associate dean for Informal Education of the Rabbinical School. Rabbi Rose was also one of the creators of CIRCLE, The Center for Interreligious & Community Leadership Education, cosponsored by Hebrew College and Andover Newton Theological School (2007-2017) and has taught for Hebrew College’s Me’ah Classic program.
In addition to his work at Hebrew College, Rose has taught for the Bronfman Youth Fellowships, The Wexner Graduate Fellowship, and in a variety of other academic, religious, and civic contexts throughout North America, and in Asia, Europe, and Israel.
A prolific author and editor, his writings have appeared in  Beliefnet; the Forward; The Huffington Post;  Interfaith America; the Jewish Telegraphic Agency;  Patheos; MyJewishLearning;  Religion News Service; The Times of Israel; Tikkun; Sh’ma; The Washington Post; as well as various scholarly publications. Rose is the senior Publisher of  The Journal of Interreligious Studies, as well as co-editor of  Speaking Torah: Spiritual Teachings from Around the Maggid’s Table, and the award-winning anthology,  My Neighbor’s Faith: Stories of Interreligious Encounter, Growth, and Transformation. His most recent publications include With the Best of Intentions: Interreligious Missteps & Unexpected Learnings (Orbis 2023) and the co-edited volume, Rabbi Zalman Schachter: Essential Teachings. Rose is currently working on a contemporary multifaith commentary on the Psalms, tentatively entitled The Book of Psalms: Here & Now (Paraclete Press, 2023.)
Selected Publications and Presentations
“PsalmSeason: A Soundtrack for a Time of Upheaval” (with Rev. Paul Raushenbush)
“Psalm: 114—On Liberation & Connecting to the Earth” (with Ruth Messinger)
“Elijah the Prophet & Intergenerational Connection”
“Building Bridges of Compassion: Preparing for Passover & Easter Virtually”
“Life in the World House: Cultivating Leaders for a Pluralistic Age”
Rabbi Batya Ellinoy
Sunday Morning Topic: “We are calling to you, joy!”an interactive program
Rabbi Batya Elana Ellinoy brings her gifts as a prayer leader and teacher of embodied Torah to congregations around the Boston area and beyond.
She currently serves on the clergy team at Temple Sinai in Marblehead, MA and as a regular guest prayer leader at Temple Beth David in Westwood, MA. Rabbi Ellinoy also works with BaMidbar Therapy as their Rabbi-in-Residence. Her work has been featured in various venues including bamidbartherapy.org, 70 Faces of Torah, and Hebrew College’s Elul Together.
Rabbi Ellinoy is a certified practitioner in Somatic Experiencing®, a psychobiological approach to help resolve trauma and stress disorders. She received rabbinic ordination and her Master’s in Jewish Education from Hebrew College, focusing on the effects of Torah-informed nervous system regulation in a Jewish educational context. She is also a certified practitioner in Somatic Experiencing®, a psychobiological approach to help resolve trauma and stress disorders.
Rabbi Ellinoy’s background in experiential education, healing modalities, trauma healing, dance, embodied spirituality, and interreligious learning and leadership have influenced her personal Jewish journey and spiritual leadership with unique perspectives.
Itay Dayan Klezmer Quartet
Itay Dayan | איתי דיין
Clarinet | קלרינט
Currently based in Boston, Massachusetts, clarinetist and composer Itay Dayan is considered one of today’s most promising klezmer musicians. Drawing inspiration from different musical worlds, Itay played with various ensembles such as the Klezmer Conservatory Band, Meitar Ensemble and the Israel Klezmer Orchestra, with which he has toured internationally.
For the last few years, he has performed extensively in Israel and across the East Coast, playing concerts in Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington DC and North Carolina. Itay studied for his M.Mus at New England Conservatory and his B.Mus at the Jerusalem Academy of Music, graduating from both institutions with excellence.

Book Signing with authors Harry Christensen and Richard Santeusanio
2024-12-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Temple Sinai

The Chelsea Gateway Project
2025-04-06 16:30 - 17:30

Adult Education Presents: When Jews were Funny
2025-05-04 16:00 - 20:00 | Temple Sinai

Social Action June Event - Boxes on the Bima
2025-06-01 08:00 - 2025-06-30 17:00 | Temple Sinai
Help support North Shore Food Pantries and the Lynn Homeless Shelters with your donations of whole grain crackers and unsweetened cereals.
No donation is too big or too small. Please bring your contribution to Temple Sinai M-F 9 AM – 1 PM or at Shabbat Services!

SOCIAL ACTION - MANNA PACKING AND SERVING
2025-06-08 09:00 - 14:00 | Temple Sinai
The MANNA PROJECT works to offset food insecurity on the North Shore. It is a joint project of Temple Sinai and the Clifton Lutheran Church.
Join the Manna Project for a Day of Service on Sunday, June 8!
Following Minyan and a breakfast, there will be a joint service and then a food packing event.
After that we will be serving food at My Brother’s Table.

Temple Sinai Sister Donor Luncheon
2025-06-09 11:30 - 14:00
Temple Sinai Sisterhood invites all Sisterhood members to the luncheon. Sheryl Faye will perform as Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. RSVP to sinaisisterhood@yahoo.com or the Temple Office.

ANNUAL MEETING 2025
2025-06-22 16:00 - 18:00 | 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
