Becoming a B’nai Mitzvah at Temple B’nai Abraham
Throughout the process of becoming a B’nai Mitzvah at Temple B’nai Abraham, we nurture knowledgeable young Jewish adults who will become active members of the community, and who will have a love of Judaism which will guide them throughout their lives.
You will receive great joy watching your child learn, grow, and then read from Torah on that special Shabbat as you share with your loved ones, friends, and the congregational family. Focusing on the values that are most important in our tradition, you and your child will explore together what commitments we can make to bring these principles to life. Judaism has a lot of special wisdom to offer, but it is up to each of us to make it real.
On this page, we offer some guidance and tools to assist you in making this a loving and meaningful experience for the entire family. It is designed to provide you with the pertinent information on the procedures, tasks, schedules, and participation integral to the B’nai Mitzvah process and Shabbat morning services.
Please do not hesitate to contact Rabbi David Z. Vaisberg, Cantor Jessica Lynn Fox, Rabbi Max Edwards, or Melissa G. Weiner, Director of Jewish Learning, with any questions or comments.
Documents You'll Need Scheduling Tutoring
Temple B’nai Abraham Bar and Bat Mitzvah Timeline Checklist
B'nai Mitzvah Explainer, a glossary of terms
B’nai Mitzvah Aliyah Honors Form: Download, print, complete & submit to Debbie Meron, Clergy Assistant
Photographer and Vendor Form
Food Standards Form
Questions about the B’nai Mitzvah process? Here’s who to ask what.
Mitzvah Project How-To
Mitzvah Project Ideas
Parents' Prayers
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Downloads
– Tallit Blessing & Shehcheyanu Torah Blessings, Before & After
– Prayers to Know for Your B’nai Mitzvah
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Other Relevant Links
– Purchase Kippot through Sisterhood
Schedule B’nai Mitzvah Meetings
We look forward to working with your child weekly to prepare for this special day. Please email Cantor Fox or call 973-994-2290, ext 262, with any questions regarding online scheduling.
Please book only for the tutor to whom you have been assigned.