Friday 6 March 2026 – Rabi Malcolm Parashat Ki Tissa. Ani Adonai Eloheicha – the Most Important Words in the Torah - the importance of ritual in forging a relationship with God.

Shabbat Shalom and welcome to our Friday night Shabbat service. Tonight, as we mark Pride Shabbat and a special Chessed Shabbat, we gather in celebration of inclusion, compassion, and community. Led by Rabbi Greg, together with members of our community and musicians, and inspiring words from our guest speaker Nadya Wynchank, this evening’s service takes place during Parshat Tetzaveh, which speaks to sacred responsibility, leadership, and the power of light within the community.

Shabbat Shalom and welcome to our Friday night Shabbat service, Rachel Sara will lead us in prayer, reflection, and song as we read Parshat Terumah, a portion that explores generosity, sacred purpose, and the building of the Mishkan.

Shabbat Shalom and welcome to our Friday night Shabbat service, live-streamed on Facebook from Temple Israel Greenpoint. This week, we read Parshat Mishpatim, a portion that explores justice, responsibility, and the ethical foundations of community life. The service will be led by Rabbi Greg, with a special address from our guest speaker, Rabbi Robert Leib. We invite you to join us in prayer, reflection, and learning as we welcome Shabbat together.

Rabbi Greg explores the decision to begin and name the portion containing the 10 Commandments with the character of Yitro.

Rabbi Greg connects Shabbat Shirah (the Shabbat we sing the Israelites' Song at the Sea) with the festival of Tu BiShvat (the New Year for trees) exploring the mystical power of music.

Friday 23 January 2026 – Rabi Malcolm Parashat Bo. The calculation of the Hebrew Calendar and the first Pesach offering – the importance of having faith in God and our own abilities, rather than depending on astrology to determine our lives.

Just as Pharaoh hardens his heart, so, in the Chassidic tradition do we. In order to free ourselves from Mizrayim, we need to soften our hearts.