HBT welcomes seekers and shmoozers, questioners and believers, of any background. What matters is that you want to connect and to grow.
Avodah, worship, is a key pillar of our congregation. As a Jewish Reconstructionist congregation, we seek to infuse our Shabbat and holiday services with joy and meaning, understanding that each individual seeks God and community in different ways.
Our siddur (prayerbook), Kol Haneshamah, invites you to join in with Hebrew, English and transliteration of major prayers. In addition, the book is full of kavvanot (reflections) and explanations of prayers, artwork and meditations. Our rabbi loves to sing, loves harmonizing, and believes that anyone can lift their voice and join in. We also open up the Torah service to a discussion on many Shabbat mornings. Informality is our backdrop; participation is our goal.
A bar or bat mitzvah service at HBT is an especially joyous occasion and anyone is welcome to the service, whether you are a member of the community, a friend of the family, or a guest. We seek to create an atmosphere of community to embrace each new Jewish adult, while celebrating his or her unique gifts.
Shabbat Morning Service – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us this Shabbat as we gather in prayer, song, and reflection. Whether you join us in the sanctuary or from home, we’ll lift our voices together, find rest for our spirits, and draw strength from our community.Following services, we’ll share in a light Kiddush—an opportunity to connect, catch up, and savor the sweetness of Shabbat together.All are welcome—come as you are, and bring your whole self to this sacred time.
# Second Saturdays Shabbat service Monthly on the second Saturday, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Join us on the #Second Saturday of each month for a Musical Celebratory Shabbat!Come together for a joyful and inclusive Shabbat celebration on the second Saturday of each month. Open to everyone who wishes to experience the beauty of Shabbat and community.We look forward to sharing this special time with you!
For security purposes, HBT kindly asks everyone to register for any program you plan to attend.Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
# Fourth Fridays Monthly on the fourth Friday5⋅5:45 – 8:30pm Let us know you're coming
Experience the Warmth of Kabbalat Shabbat at HBT
Come together with your HBT family for a soulful and uplifting Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat. Celebrate the beauty of community, connection, and tradition, with programming that welcomes everyone from ages 0 to 99. Let's honor this sacred time together and feel the spirit of Shabbat.
5:45pm - Shakin' Shabbat with Sharin! (in-person)
6:15pm - pot luck dinner (in-person) - Share a delicious meal together! The temple will provide drinks and paper goods. Please make sure to bring enough food to feed 8-10 people for the potluck. Please note that all items should be dairy, vegetarian, or vegan. They can be store-bought or homemade. Please remember to bring utensils to serve your dish.
7:00 - 8:30pm - Shabbat Rina (musical Friday evening service) in- person & on zoom
8:30pm -Oneg (snack & schmooze) in person
High Holy Days - our service is filled with warmth and reverence. The atmosphere encourages personal reflection as well as community bonding. Traditional cantorial chanting, creative poetry, personal sharing and involvement of the congregants at every level are some of the highlights of the holy days. On Rosh Hashanah afternoon, families join together at the informal Tashlich service outdoors at Millenium Park. On Yom Kippur afternoon we offer alternative forms of worship, including yoga, meditation and chanting.
Moment for Ma’ariv Each Monday through August, join us for a contemplative close to the day, with prayerful singing, guided meditation, a prayer for healing, and Kaddish.
At this time, we are holding space for members mourning the death of a parent. Your presence helps make minyan possible—please consider making a special effort to attend. If you are experiencing a loss and would like support, please reach out directly to Rabbi Aliza. Please contact the Rabbi directly.
Beginning Tuesday, September 2, Moment for Ma’ariv will move from Mondays to Tuesdays.This change aligns with a shift in our weekly schedule: the HBT office will be closed on Mondays, and Rabbi Aliza, Hillary, and Benita will all be taking Mondays off starting in September. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday evenings as we continue to gather in community for reflection, prayer, and connection.
PLEASE NOTE:
Out of respect for the speaker and for other congregants, we respectfully ask that you do not go in or out of the sanctuary during the dvar Torah (a "word" of Torah, or teaching, delivered by a congregant, a bar or bat mitzvah, the Rabbi or an invited guest).
The doors to the sanctuary may be closed while the rabbi or bar/bat mitzvah student is speaking, but you may still listen in the foyer.
Todah rabbah. Thank you for your consideration.