Children in 2nd grade and younger and those who love them are invited to join Shaare Emeth clergy, Lucy Greenbaum, and more friendly, familiar faces for a Yom Kippur experience designed especially for our youngest friends and their families. We’ll sing, dance, and learn about the true meaning of this important and holy day with […] ...

This service, accompanied by our High Holy Day choir, beautiful readings and prayers, and a powerful sermon, offers an opportunity for meaningful reflection and repentance. ASL interpretation is provided. Overflow parking and shuttle service is available beginning at 8 a.m. at the Medical Offices at 456 and 522 N. New Ballas Road. ...

An intergenerational, interactive worship experience filled with music, blessings, and a story-based sermon. We’ll explore the themes of the holiday in a relatable way, inspiring all in attendance to step into the new year with renewed purpose. ...

A Jewish Call to Action We believe our democracy is strongest when every voice is heard, and every vote is counted. As the election draws near, join our Voting Rights committee to write postcards to underrepresented voters in Missouri in partnership with Women’s Voices Raised for Social Justice. We’ll provide all supplies – instructions, postcards, […] ...

In recent years, our teens have planned and led a service on Yom Kippur afternoon, mostly attended by their friends and family. While we love seeing our teens lead, this year we felt the need to give these young people a more introspective space to gather and process the holiest day of the year. So, […] ...

Join Rabbi Goldstein for an exploration of texts from Rabbi Shai Held’s Judaism Is About Love that challenge us to ask, “Is there a Jewish mandate to show compassion to those who have wronged us?” ...

Join Ziv Shalev, our Israeli Shinshin, to create origami poppies to honor our loved ones held captive by Hamas. May these delicate flowers symbolize our hope for their safe return and our unwavering support. ...

Join us for a conversation between Rabbi Jeffrey Stiffman and Rabbi Jim Bennett on Yom Kippur afternoon. Rabbi Emeritus Jeffrey Stiffman and Rabbi Jim Bennett will each share their insights and reflections on major issues and events of the past year, including the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel and the ongoing war, the growing concerns […] ...

Spend some quiet time in the Jewish Mindfulness Center or walking the Chai Labyrinth spiritually reflecting on the year that has passed and looking ahead to the coming year. Self-guided reflection questions and meditations will be provided. ...

Our closing service includes three elements: Yizkor – time dedicated to the memories of loved ones whom we have lost; Healing – prayers and music that help us connect with a sense of wholeness amidst a broken world; and Neilah – our concluding service, reminding us of the power of our promises as we prepare […] ...

Join other Shaare Emeth mahjong players for an afternoon of fun in the courtyard sukkah or North Lobby. Treats will be served. Players of all levels are welcome! Click here to RSVP ...

The congregation is invited to join our Midweek Religious School families for Pizza in the Hut and blessings in the courtyard Sukkah to welcome Sukkot. ...

Tishrei Mindful Movement Join Dani Glassman, LMT, RYT-500, MSW, and Rabbi Goldstein for this unique offering combining gentle movements and ancient teachings to help us embody two of Sukkot’s most important values – gratitude and joy. Click Here to Register ...

5:15 p.m. Sukkot Snacks (Nosh) and Activities for All Ages 6 p.m. Sukkot Shabbat Service in the Stiffman Sanctuary Our Traditions with a Twist committee is excited to help us celebrate Sukkot and Shabbat with an extended nosh and activities for all ages before worship. Our L’Dor VaDor Intergenerational Kabbalat Shabbat Service will include October […] ...

Let us rejoice together as we complete the yearly cycle of Torah reading and begin again. While our 5785 service will carry the memory of what occurred on Simchat Torah 5784, one year ago, and all that has transpired since, our resilience and perseverance will be on full display as we joyfully fulfill the mitzvah […] ...

Jewish mourning is both a private and public practice, and Yizkor services are public observances for the community of the bereaved. Yizkor means “may God remember” and it is recited four times a year on Yom Kippur, Simchat Torah, Passover, and Shavuot. All are welcome to join us for this service in memory of our […] ...