High Holidays 2024/5785
This Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, join us for a deeply meaningful and uplifting celebration of the Jewish New Year. At MMAE, we combine the warmth of Modern Orthodox tradition with a welcoming, inclusive community. Whether you’re seeking a moment of spiritual connection, a place to reflect, or a fresh start for the year ahead, our doors are open to you.
Why Celebrate with Us?
- Inspiring Services: Led by passionate clergy, our services are engaging, soulful, and designed to connect you with the timeless wisdom of the holidays.
- Community Connection: Be part of a community that values inclusivity, support, and togetherness. From seasoned members to first-timers, everyone is welcome here.
- Meaningful Reflection: Take time to reflect on the year that has passed and prepare your heart and soul for the year to come, in a space that fosters spiritual growth.
- Family-Friendly Environment: Programs for all ages ensure that everyone in your family can engage with the holidays in a way that’s meaningful to them.
Start the year with purpose, connection, and inspiration at MMAE. Join us for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur – a time to renew, reflect, and rejoice together.
Reserve Your Spot Today and be part of something truly special!
Havdalah & Selichot Service and Program
Saturday, September 28th, 9:00pm
Erev Rosh Hashanah – Wednesday, October 2nd
Minchah/Maariv – 6:30pm
Rosh Hashanah (Day 1) – Thursday, October 3rd
Shacharit – 8:00am
Sermon & Shofar – 10:20am
Musaph – 11:00am
Mincha/Maariv – 6:30pm
Rosh Hashanah (Day 2) – Friday, October 4th
Shacharit – 8:00am
Sermon & Shofar – 10:20am
Musaph – 11:00am
Mincha/Maariv – 6:30pm
Tashlich Service (Lake Roland Park)
Monday, October 7th, 6:00pm
Erev Yom Kippur – Friday, October 11th
Minchah – 5:45pm
Rabbi’s Blessing of the Children – 6:10pm
Kol Nidre – 6:15pm
Yom Kippur – Saturday, October 12th
Shacharit – 8:00am
Sermon & Yizkor – 11:30am
Musaph – 1:00pm
Ask The Rabbi – 3:30pm
Minchah – 4:30pm
Nelia/Maariv – 5:45pm
Conclusion (Sounding of the Shofar) – 7:15pm
“Tashlich” means “casting off” in Hebrew and involves a ceremony symbolizing the casting off of your sins. October 7th, 2023 was the worst massacre of Jew since the Holocaust.
Join us at Lake Roland Park (1043 Lakeside Drive) on Monday, October 7th at 6:00pm for a special memorial Tashlich ceremony.
Just as we cast off our sins, should we cast off the sadness and pain of October 7th or should we cling to it tightly?
All ages are encouraged to attend.
Join us on Wednesday, October 9th at 7:30pm for a free concert featuring our very own Cantor Shlomo Abramson! There is no charge for this event and no RSVP is required.
Youth programming for both Rosh Hoshanah and Yom Kippur will take place on all three days from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Ages 0-4: Babysitting (youth room)
Ages 5-8: Youth Service & Activities (chapel)
Ages 9-13: Youth Service & Activities (lower level classrooms)
In addition, babysitting only will be available on Kol Nidre night from 6:00-900pm.
If you are 13+ and interested in being a paid counselor, please contact BStrauss@mmae.com.
Ticket prices for your High Holiday services are below. To purchase tickets for the High Holidays at MMAE, or for questions about membership options, please contact our main office at 410-653-7485 or info@mmae.org.
Member in Sanctuary: $190
Member in Social Hall $140
Non-member in Sanctuary: $325
Non-member in Social Hall: $275
Children of members (under 25) in Sanctuary: $155
Children of members (under 25) in Social Hall: $120
Before anything else is said, it is important to remember that this past year was not a Shana Tova for our people. It was a year of disaster, war, worry, brutality, and growing antizionism and its twin, antisemitism. We strengthen ourselves, stand steadfast in our support of Israel, mourn the needless and wanton ending of so many holy lives, and pray that peace and tranquility will return soon. It’s so hard to stay optimistic, but if there is one message of the High Holidays and Teshuva, it is this: Never give up! The world, as well as each of us, can always change and get better!
Click here to download the complete MMAE High Holiday 2024/5784 newsletter. If you have any questions about any of our services or programs, please contact our main office at 410-653-7485 or info@mmae.org.