Temple Shir Shalom

Temple Shir Shalom Temple Shir Shalom in Gainesville is Alachua County’s Jewish Reform Synagogue. Friday evening Shabbat services begin at 7:00 pm both in-person and Zoom.

Temple Shir Shalom is an inclusive Reform Jewish congregation located in Gainesville, Florida, home of the University of Florida. Our members and friends engage meaningfully with one another and the broader community through social events, worship, study and social action.

Be Red Cross Ready Webinar. How to Prepare for EmergenciesTuesday, June 23, 6:00 PMEveryone knows the Red Cross helps pe...
06/17/2026

Be Red Cross Ready Webinar.
How to Prepare for Emergencies

Tuesday, June 23, 6:00 PM

Everyone knows the Red Cross helps people during emergencies. But you may not know that it’s also part of our mission to help you help yourself! Becoming “Red Cross Ready” for an emergency means following our simple steps in advance to ensure you can weather a crisis safely and comfortably. Being prepared may not prevent a disaster, but it will give you confidence to meet the challenge.

It’s as easy as 1-2-3! Getting prepared may sound difficult or time consuming but – with a little help from the Red Cross – its actually very doable.

1. GET A KIT
2. MAKE A PLAN
3. BE INFORMED

Paul Richards, DMA, has been named Acting Director of the UF School of Music, effective July 1, 2026.Mazel Tov!!!
06/14/2026

Paul Richards, DMA, has been named Acting Director of the UF School of Music, effective July 1, 2026.

Mazel Tov!!!

Shabbat Shalom. Join us tonight for services at 7:00pm In Person and Zoom.Tonight's Oneg Host is Ann-Marie Magne & Lee S...
06/12/2026

Shabbat Shalom. Join us tonight for services at 7:00pm In Person and Zoom.

Tonight's Oneg Host is Ann-Marie Magne & Lee Swartz
In celebration of Bev Giordano completing her conversion class

https://www.shirshalom.net/zoom-invitations

The Evolving Role of the TallitD'Var Torah By: Rabbi Lisa Grushcowhttps://reformjudaism.org/learning/torah-study/torah-c...
06/11/2026

The Evolving Role of the Tallit
D'Var Torah By: Rabbi Lisa Grushcow

https://reformjudaism.org/learning/torah-study/torah-commentary/evolving-role-tallit-0?interests=jewishlife,textstudy&utm_campaign=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_content=6/8/2026__EmailJobID-9447637___

We translate kanfei big'deihemas "the corners of their garments." Kanaf more commonly means "wing," and often refers metaphorically to the wings of the Divine Presence, kanfei haShechinah. On an individual level, the experience of wearing a tallit can be like being wrapped in something holy, creating a sacred space for prayer. On the communal level, perhaps the tallit can be seen as Judaism's big tent. Whether or not you wear one, there is room enough for us all.

The photo was from Simchat Torah celebration. Rabbi Cy had the parents stretch out Tallit to create a big tent and gave a prayer of love and protection to all the children sitting beneath it.

Rabbi Cy and Stella presented Yale with a beautiful set of Shabbat candlesticks.
06/10/2026

Rabbi Cy and Stella presented Yale with a beautiful set of Shabbat candlesticks.

It was a double Anniversary!
06/09/2026

It was a double Anniversary!

Paul Richards sang "his" R'tzei that we all love so much. Rabbi Cy said throughout the year people had asked him to do i...
06/08/2026

Paul Richards sang "his" R'tzei that we all love so much. Rabbi Cy said throughout the year people had asked him to do it but he deferred to Paul.

Friday night's Shabbat service was bitter sweet. Rabbi Cy's last time on our bima. Songs prayers laughter gratitudes. Ch...
06/07/2026

Friday night's Shabbat service was bitter sweet. Rabbi Cy's last time on our bima. Songs prayers laughter gratitudes. Check our website for his last sermon and for Stella's heartfelt remarks. We will sorely miss them both. The second photo is of our oneg hosts.
https://www.shirshalom.net/

06/07/2026

On June 3, 1972, Sally Priesand shattered centuries of exclusion when she was ordained by Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion, becoming the first female rabbi in American history and the first woman ever ordained by a rabbinical seminary.

Only 54 years ago, this was a breakthrough that transformed Jewish leadership forever. We 💙 you Rabbi!

Shabbat Shalom! Tonight is Rabbi Cy's last opportunity to lead Temple Shir Shalom's Friday night service. Lets fill the ...
06/05/2026

Shabbat Shalom! Tonight is Rabbi Cy's last opportunity to lead Temple Shir Shalom's Friday night service. Lets fill the sanctuary and give Cy and Stella a joyous sendoff.

Services at 7:00pm In Person and Zoom
https://www.shirshalom.net/zoom-invitations

Tonights Oneg is Hosted by Andy and Sharon Hirshik
Celebrating their 57th Wedding Anniversary

As well as by various friends of Temple Shir Shalom

Address

3855 NW 8th Avenue
Gainesville, FL
32605

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+13523716399

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