Congregation Olam Tikvah

Sunday morning Shacharit

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Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping the OT Social Action Committee sponsor the GMU Hillel January Shabbat Dinner.

Join us in-person or via livestream at olamtikvah.org/livestream

Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping the OT Social Action Committee sponsor the GMU Hillel January Shabbat Dinner.

Join us in-person or via livestream at olamtikvah.org/livestream

Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping the OT Social Action Committee sponsor the GMU Hillel January Shabbat Dinner.

Gather each Wednesday morning to discuss the first Jewish law code. Join this lively group as we consider this core text for Jewish ethics, ritual, and theology. No prior knowledge necessary and the English translation is provided. In 5784/2023-24 we will continue studying Pirkei Avot (The Ethics of Our Ancestors), beginning with Chapter 3. Email Erin Dreyfuss to be added to the class list.

The “Minor Prophets” weren’t of minor importance – it’s merely a description of the length of the books. These 12 prophets raise serious timeless questions about the world, human interactions and especially, the Jewish people’s relationship with God. What does God demand/request of us and what happens when we succeed or fail? These prophets, in books ranging from 1 to 14 short chapters, offer a remarkable diversity of opinions in a variety of Jewish societies and these profound books speak powerfully to us today.

Join us in-person or via livestream at olamtikvah.org/livestream

Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping the OT Social Action Committee sponsor the GMU Hillel January Shabbat Dinner.

Connect with other Jewish families at this free, informal gathering of children ages 0-3 with a caregiver, as we play and dance. Open to the entire community, facilitated by the Olam Tikvah Preschool.

Prepare for Shabbat by studying Torah at this weekly virtual lunch and learn. Email Erin Dreyfuss at edreyfuss@olamtikvah.org to be added to the class list.

Countering Active Threat Training (CATT) is a comprehensive program to counter an active threat event developed for faith-based institutions and houses of worship. Get this security training at OT.

Join us in-person or via livestream at olamtikvah.org/livestream

Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping the OT Social Action Committee sponsor the GMU Hillel January Shabbat Dinner.

Study this rabbinic conversation across the ages with Rabbi Bedo Fridays at 10:00am in the library. New students welcome at any time during the year. No prior knowledge necessary. English translations provided. Email vbedo@olamtikvah.org to be added to the class list.

in the Library

Olam Tikvah is eager to welcome a new Assistant Rabbi into our kehillah to help teach, lead, learn from, engage with, and counsel our community. Join us January 19-20 to meet Rabbi Rachel Salston, who will be here for the weekend. On Friday night, Rabbi Salston will lead the Kabbalat Shabbat service and offer a short d'var tefillah.

Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by helping the OT Social Action Committee sponsor the GMU Hillel January Shabbat Dinner.

Shabbat mornings offer a wealth of worship and learning opportunities for all ages. We hold one congregational service, beginning at 9:30am. Men and women of all ages - from age 13 through grandparents - lead portions of the service, receive aliyot, and read Torah. It's not unusual for younger children, below b'nei mitzvah age, to lead the chanting of specific prayers. Youth childcare and services begin in our youth wing at 10:00am for ages 18 months-6th grade. The congregation always enjoys lunch together following the service. Olam Tikvah is eager to welcome a new Assistant Rabbi into our kehillah to help teach, lead, learn from, engage with, and counsel our community. Join us January 19-20 to meet Rabbi Rachel Salston, who will be here for the weekend. Learn more about the Rabbi Search process at olamtikvah.org/rabbisearch.

Shabbat morning is made up of three services: Shacharit, Torah, and Musaf. Come on Shabbat morning to explore the meaning and choreography of Shacharit. This class will meet in the library and then return to the sanctuary to apply our new skills.

Saturdays beginning at 10:00am, children ages 18 months-6th grade may be dropped off in the youth wing for childcare, followed by youth services. Details at https://www.olamtikvah.org/services#youth-shabbat

Olam Tikvah is eager to welcome a new Assistant Rabbi into our kehillah to help teach, lead, learn from, engage with, and counsel our community. Join us January 19-20 to meet Rabbi Rachel Salston, who will be here for the weekend. On Saturday night, Rabbi Salston will facilitate an adult study session between the Mincha and Ma'ariv services.

Machar & Kadima Movie Night, Saturday, January 20, 6:30pm. Get comfy in your pajamas at OT for havdalah and a movie, with a choice between 2 movies and lots of snacks for a fun night! For grades 3-7. $10 per person. RSVP by January 18.