TEMPLE B'NAI ISRAEL
The Reform Congregation of Kalamazoo
During the High Holy Days, we Jews look inward at our own souls and deeds.
Strengthened by our community, we strive to make the changes that will enable us to become better
people in the New Year.
We offer a season of prayer and programs for congregants of all ages and backgrounds to learn and grow spiritually.
If you would like to join us in person, please reach to to our Administrator via email. We also livestream our High Holy Day Services here.​
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At Temple B'nai Israel we use the machzor (High Holy Day prayer book) set Mishkan HaNefesh published by CCAR Press.
The congregation has copies available for those attending in person.
If you would like to own a copy (hardcover or ebook) please visit CCAR Press.
High Holy Days 5786 (2025)
ROSH HASHANAH
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd
Evening Services at 7:30 PM
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd
Morning Services at 10:00 AM
Tashlich at 1:30 PM**
Family Service* at 4:30 PM
Shanah Tovah – Happy New Year! We look forward to starting the year with you in the warm, welcoming community that is Temple B’nai Israel. May your New Year be filled with sweet blessings!
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*All are invited to join us. The service is designed for families with children 4 years through
5th grade. At Congregation of Moses.
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**At Woods Lake Park. Located at 2900 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
SHABBAT SHUVA
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th
Evening Services at 7:00 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th
Morning Services at 10:00 AM
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Shabbat Shuvah is the "Sabbath of Return" which follows during the ten days of repentance between the sweetness of the new year at Rosh Hashana and the atonement of Yom Kippur.
YOM KIPPUR
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1st
Kol Nidre Service at 7:30 PM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2nd
Morning Services at 10:00 AM
Yizkor (memorial service) at 12:30 PM
Learning Sessions at 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Family Service at 4:30 PM*
N'ilah (concluding service) at 6:00 PM
Followed by Break the Fast
Yom Kippur is the holiest of days. It is a time we dedicate ourselves to reflection and reconciliation with humanity, ourselves, and God. We seek meaningful pardon for our wrongs, and we forgive those who have wronged us. It is the day of atonement.
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*All are invited to join us. The service is designed for families with children 4 years through 5th grade.