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Support: Helping Each Other

At Temple Sinai, we believe in showing up for one another. Through a range of dedicated committees and initiatives, we offer compassionate support to congregants in times of need—whether it's a warm meal, a comforting call, mental health resources, or inclusive programming. From the Kesher Caring Committee to the Hineini Accessibility Team, Mental Health Support, Chevra Kadisha, and Volunteer Core, there are many ways to receive help—or to lend a hand. Explore the opportunities to connect, care, and make a difference in our community.

Hineini group at AJFF

Kesher Caring Committee

“Kesher” means connection. The mission of the committee is to connect and support the members of our congregational community in their times of need.  Kesher provides a variety of services including a meal of consolation after a death, or guarding a home during a funeral. Kesher volunteers also reach out to offer support, sends cards during illnesses and following the loss of a loved one as well as send gifts to families who have welcomed a new baby. The group is always looking for volunteers to join the team.

Nefesh Mental Health Support

The mission of the Nefesh committee is to reduce the stigma surrounding severe, chronic mental illness in the Jewish Community, and to provide support for one another. No one has to be alone when faced with these challenges. The group plans a variety of educational sessions throughout the year.

For more information about the committee or to get involved, email us here. If you or someone you love is in need, please contact one of our Rabbis to discuss how we can help.

Hineini Accessibility Committee

The Hineini (“Here I Am”) committee was created to bring together Sinai members who care deeply about ensuring that our temple is accessible to all. Sinai has two Accessibility Concierges available to assist any with questions or issues regarding accessing all that Sinai has to offer.  If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, wish to join the Hineini Committee or want to reach our to our concierges, we welcome you to email us here.

Chevra Kadisha

This group of men and women perform the mitzvah of “Tahara”, the ritual cleansing or purifying of the body when a death occurs. Volunteers are always needed. Contact Rabbi Ron Segal for more information.

Volunteer Core

The Volunteer Core is a group of members who will be connected periodically with volunteer opportunities at Temple Sinai. These could range from one-off experiences like helping with mailings or ongoing opportunities such as serving as a regular Friday night Shammash (usher).