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How We Worship

Since this may be the first time that you have attended a Messianic Jewish congregation, allow me to help you to get aquainted with our style of service.

Our congregation is composed of both Jews and Gentiles, and the terminology and symbolisms are of Jewish orientation. Many of the aspects of our services have their counterparts in the traditional synagogue Shabbat service. You will hear Yeshua used instead of Jesus, and Ruach HaKodesh instead of the Holy Spirit.

Our music is made up of songs that give praise and adoration to the God of Israel with a very Jewish Messianic flavor in both Hebrew and English. It is not unusual to see dancing and banners waving during the worship time.

Much of the liturgy is recited in Hebrew first then in English. Liturgy books are provided if you wish to participate.

SHEMA - Deuteronomy 6:4-9.  We recite the Shema, declaring that there is only one God, and we are to love HIm with all of our being.

Torah Service - Once the Torah Scroll is removed from the Aron HaKodesh (The Holy Ark), it is carried around the samcuary. People can touch the Torah diectly or use a book or tzit tzit (fringes from the prayer shaw) and then kiss the article. This is an ancient tradition passed down through the ages of honoring the Word of God. Please, feel free to participate. Then the Torah is read in Hebrew and English, as well as passages from the Old and New Covenant.

Kiddush - On the Shabbat we remember the provision by the Lord for our for our sustance by eating a piece of Challah bread and drinking a cup. This is done after service in the Oneg room.

As with all synagogues, Tikvat Y'srael does not take up a collection during service.
Instead, a Tzedakah box is located in the foyer for tithes and offerings.