Bar and Bat Mitzvah

Becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah is a choice—not a requirement—for a young person and his or her family. Our young people who do celebrate this ritual have found their B'nai Mitzvah services vital and meaningful to their spiritual growth. Families and friends experience these Bar and Bat Mitzvah services as beautiful and moving.

Passing of a loved one

The death of a loved one is the most difficult passage in life for those left behind. Sinai's clergy find it meaningful to be present for our member families at such a difficult time.  Our clergy works with our families to fashion meaningful funeral services whether they are held in our sanctuary, our chapel, at a funeral home, or at the graveside.  At these sorrowful and powerful times, we strive to provide perspective and comfort to our friends in mourning.

If a death has occurred, please call the temple office (254-754-3703). 
During office hours, tell the person answering the phone that there has been a death in your family. That person will assist you and connect you with a member of the clergy.  Or you may email Cantor O’Desky.

Marriage

Marriage in our Jewish tradition is the act of elevating a relationship to sacred status; our Hebrew work for weddings, Kiddushin, means “to make holy”.  At Temple Rodef Sholom, we are delighted to work with couples towards that special ceremony where they mark their lives together as sacred through our wedding rituals. We relish the opportunities to develop lasting relationships with couples, and approach preparing for a wedding ceremony with that goal in mind.  While the rituals of Jewish marriage have deep roots, no two wedding ceremonies at look alike.  

Conversion

Converting to Judaism is a major life cycle event. If you are interested in convertng to Judaism, please contact the Temple office and make an appointment with Cantor O’Desky to begin the conversion process. Each year, throughout the world, thousands of people convert to Judaism. The most important thing to remember throughout this process is that you are not alone.

Baby Naming/Brit Milah

Our Jewish tradition rejoices when newborn children enter our world.  We celebrate these gifts of new life through special ceremonies, which include bestowing a Hebrew name on newborns.  Baby Naming ceremonies, as well as Brit Milah ceremonies, may be scheduled with our Cantor, and can be held here at Temple Rodef Sholom or also in a family home.