Synagogue of the Summit

The first night of Hanukkah is around the corner! Come zoom in to light the first candle with Rabbi Ruthie on Sunday, November 28 at 7:00. Bring your grandkids for a special treat! If we have an audience, Rabbi will share a special Hanukkah story with them. Come join the fun!

Join us on zoom for a virtual tour of the Jews of New Orleans! We will meet at 7:00 to light the Hanukkah candles, then Julie Schwartz will take us on an unforgettable tour of a New Orleans most of us have never seen! On this virtual tour, we will travel back to the French colony of "La Nouvelle Orléans" established on the shores of the Mississippi River in 1718. You'll hear stories of the first Jews who sought out opportunities in this tiny backwater inhabited by French, Spanish, Germans, Native Americans and enslaved people brought from Africa. Though Jews were initially "uninvited," by the time the territory became American, Jewish immigrants were began arriving who were determined to make New Orleans their home. As we will see, they wasted no time: immersing themselves in the local culture, music and architecture of the city we know and love today, and in the process, changing them forever. “The Big Easy” awaits!** **Sazeracs, coffee and beignets only available on your actual visit. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83327885264?pwd=NHMxc3JKeUhEQVFWVno0akJEbVAzZz09 Meeting ID: 833 2788 5264 Passcode: 352010

All are welcome anyone to join us, members and non-members alike. No previous Torah education is required, and we will share the text during the meetings. If you can lead a session, please let me know. You can choose any Parsha that is read close to the date of your session. These early ones are fantastic stories—so much fun to delve into! Any questions or if you’d like to lead a session, please contact Julie Schwartz, 504-491-3810, jschwartz920@gmail.com.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Come make yummy jelly donuts for Hanukkah and wow your friends and family! Shari Goldstein has agreed to lead us in making these super easy but oh so delicious sufganiyot! Meet on zoom on Wednesday, December 1st at 7:00pm. Be sure to check the recipe first to have all of your ingredients on hand. You won’t be disappointed! Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87461150591?pwd=aDNlaGdoODNPQTdSSHVReFFtVUYwdz09 Meeting ID: 874 6115 0591 Passcode: 815678 Quick Jelly Donut Recipe: Prep Time: 2 mins, Cook Time: 3 mins, Total Time: 5 mins This Quick Jelly Donut Recipe is so easy and delicious! Takes 5 minutes from start to finish and the results are wonderful. Perfect for any celebration Ingredients 1 Can of Refrigerated Biscuits 8 ct. 1 Cup Jelly any flavor Oil for frying 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar Instructions Heat the oil in a saucepan on Medium Heat Cut the biscuits into 4 pieces Roll the pieces with your hands in the shape of a ball Fry the donuts in batches until browned on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side Drain the excess oil on a plate lined with paper towels Fill the injector with jelly. Use a spoon if no injector is available Using the tip of a knife, make a small hole on the donut. Insert the jelly filled injector or a spoon and fill them up Dust with powdered sugar (optional) Enjoy!

Please join us if you are interested in exploring guided meditation with an emphasis on Jewish spirituality. We read a Torah portion and pull out ideas/thoughts that resonate with mindfulness/meditation practices. If you are curious to explore meditation, come join us.