Interest: Holidays
Still Standing at Sinai
From the desk of Mark Wilf Tomorrow night, we will begin the holiday of Shavuot, also known as the Festival of Weeks, in which we commemorate receiving the Torah at Sinai. For seven weeks, we have been counting the days since Pesach, tracking our journey to when we stood at Sinai and actually became “a…
Hosts, attendees sought for Share Shabbat
JProStl invites staff who work in the Jewish community to come together for Share Shabbat, in-home Shabbat dinners hosted by colleagues around the community on Friday, May 17. Recognizing the importance of Shabbat within Jewish life and the diversity of the professional community, the experience is planned for staff of all backgrounds and faiths, with…
YPD and Next Dor Bring Back Shabbat Shalom STL
Join YPD and Next Dor in exploring St. Louis area synagogues. This annual series, Shabbat Shalom STL, offers young adults an exciting opportunity to experience meaningful Shabbat services, share a delicious meal, and engage in a stimulating group discussion led by the Rabbis. April 5 – Bais Abraham 6910 Delmar Blvd., 63130 6:45 pm Shmooze, 7…
Jewish Young Adults Will Gather Dec. 24 for Annual LollapaJEWza
Are you dreaming of a white LollapaJEWza? If so, grab your ugliest holiday sweater and head out to Westport Social (910 Westport Plaza Drive) on December 24 from 9 pm to midnight. You don’t want to miss joining 300 other young adults for the biggest Christmas Eve event in the Jewish community! Those who pre-register at JFedSTL.org/events/Lolla will…
Solidarity Shabbat: We Stand with Pittsburgh
The deadliest act of anti-Semitism in North American history requires the greatest act of solidarity. That’s why the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is joining with major religious streams for a Solidarity Shabbat this Friday night or Saturday morning. Solidarity Shabbat is a spiritual convening across North America. This solemn and meaningful occasion is meant…
JProStl Share Shabbat Planned for April 20
JProStl, the association for staff who work at Jewish organizations throughout St. Louis, is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Share Shabbat on Friday evening, April 20. Recognizing the importance of Shabbat within Jewish life and the diversity of the professional community, staff are invited to sign up to experience an in-home Shabbat dinner. The experience is planned…
Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy
Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for individuals who feel isolated from the Jewish community. They will be making care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Purim. In order to accomplish this, Women’s Philanthropy has scheduled two assembly times- Tuesday, February…
Lend Your Hands and Hearts for Hanukkah Hugs
Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for our community members living in care facilities. They will be making care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Hanukkah. In order to accomplish this, Women’s Philanthropy has scheduled two assembly times: Thursday, December…
JProStl Share Shabbat
JProStl is always looking at ways to build our professional community through learning and camaraderie. Recognizing the importance of Shabbat within Jewish life and the diversity of our professional community, we want to invite you to experience a JProStl Share Shabbat on Friday evening, June 23. Whether you are Shabbat observant, occasionally host or attend…
Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy
Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for individuals who feel isolated from the Jewish community.