by David Greenspoon | Feb 3, 2025 | B* Mitzvah
Generations of students celebrating their b* mitzvah have gone beyond the bimah (pulpit). They have taken explored the treasury of Jewish values, and applied their energy and attention to a worthy need. Often called “mitzvah projects” in the synagogue setting, the...
by David Greenspoon | Jan 20, 2025 | B* Mitzvah
Today’s adolescents have many interests and passions and their busy personal calendars reflect their commitment to their endeavors. Parents who manage their children’s schedules and logistics are well-aware how intense the time commitments can be. Often, there are...
by David Greenspoon | Jan 6, 2025 | B* Mitzvah
The costs of a b* mitzvah celebration are almost exclusively a function of values and priorities. Some families look at the higher end of what the occasion can cost, and wonder if there is a better value for the expense. Destination travel b* mitzvah is an option for...
by David Greenspoon | Dec 16, 2024 | B* Mitzvah
Placing a b* mitzvah on Friday evening strongly lends itself to a larger Friday night Shabbat experience. Starting Shabbat with the lighting of candles, joyous singing, and bringing a Shabbat dinner to the table will make the event memorable for all concerned. It also...
by David Greenspoon | Dec 2, 2024 | B* Mitzvah
The Torah is read on Saturday afternoon during the brief minhah prayers, in an essential ceremony with three short readings. Following the conclusion of the afternoon service and a brief study session, the evening (ma’ariv) prayers are recited as night falls. These...
