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Honors/Aliyot

Honors for Your Family and Loved Ones

A close member of your family " presents" a tallit (prayer shawl)

Tallit Presenter

A close member of your family ” presents” a tallit (prayer shawl)
The ark is opened and closed for the reading of the weekly Torah portion. When the reading is finished the Torah is returned inside the ark.

Ark Opening

The ark is opened and closed for the reading of the weekly Torah portion. When the reading is finished the Torah is returned inside the ark.
A blessing of thanks for helping us reach this day.

Shehecheyanu

A blessing of thanks for helping us reach this day.
Sung before and after the torah portion is recited.

Torah Blessings

Sung before and after the torah portion is recited.

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Aliyot

Frequently Asked Questions About Aliyot

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Schedule

A general timeline of what you and your family need to accomplish for the b’nai mitzvah.

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Preparations

How to prepare for the big day!

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Technology

Technology plays a big role in your child’s service. Learn more about how Temple Emanu-El utilizes technology to share the memories of your child’s b’nai mitzvah.

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