We look forward to celebrating the with you—and are especially anticipating the opportunity to welcome our members (who are comfortable) to join us in the Millstone Sanctuary for and services. We are excited to again worship together as a community. Please be assured that we will also continue to provide outstanding virtual experiences throughout the entire High Holy Day period—from the start of Elul through Simchat Torah—welcoming all to participate.

Over these past 16 months we hope you have appreciated the extraordi- nary efforts of our clergy, teachers and staff to rapidly adapt worship services, education, and programs to virtual and hybrid experiences, and how we created innovative ways to celebrate and observe life cycle events while adhering and adapting to ever-changing public health and government guidelines.

For 184 years UH has provided meaningful Jewish worship and education for you, your families, and past generations of our historic congregation, during the holidays and throughout each year. Now we ask you to con- sider making a generous gift to our High Holy Day Appeal to help us raise the necessary funds to balance the financial needs of the congregation with what is received annually from membership dues. This will enable United Hebrew to remain strong for you and for generations to come.

You may make your gift marked “HHD Appeal” using one of the four methods of payment listed here:

• Check – mail to United Hebrew • PayPal – go to paypal.me/uhcstl • Venmo – @uhcstl • Website – www.unitedhebrew.org/giving

On behalf of the clergy, staff, and Board of Trustees, we are deeply grateful for your gift, and wish you a good and sweet year.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd As we look toward a new year, we reflect on the year that has passed. This year we are especially grateful for the opportunity to re-connect, for the opportunity to be together in person, and grateful that we can welcome in a new year. 5781 was an unusual year for all of us. Life as we knew it was disrupted and suddenly changed. For some, this time was lonely and difficult and full of loss, while for others it was refreshing and allowed for introspection and growth. Now, as we emerge from the pandemic, it makes sense that in this new year, we focus on gratitude, reflecting on and recognizing the good that has happened in our lives even amid the loss, pain, and sickness we saw and felt during this past year.

At United Hebrew, 5782 will be a year of gratitude! An opportunity for us to look around and recognize the myriad of blessings in our lives. An opportunity for us to take a deep breath and to say, “thank you, God, for bringing us to this moment.” Together we’ll cultivate the middah (the Jewish value) of HaKarat HaTov: Gratitude “Finding the Good” and of recognizing the often overlooked moments of blessing and thanks in our lives.

This year, when we gather for the High Holy Days it will truly be a Shehecheyanu moment - a moment of pure gratitude and blessing.

בָּרּוְך אַתָּהיְיָּ, אֱֹלהֵ ינּומֶ לְֶך הָּעוֹלָּם, שֶהֶחֱיָּנּו וְקִ יְמָּ נּו וְהִ גִיעָּנּו לַזְמַ ן הַזֶה:

Baruch atah Adonai, Eloheinu melech ha’olam, she’he’cheyanu v’ki’y’manu v’higiyanu lazman hazeh.

Blessed are You, Adonai our God, for giving us life, sustaining us, and enabling us to reach this season - this new year of 5782.

We look forward to seeing you during the Holy Day season.

Shanah tovah u’metukah - May the New Year be a sweet one for you and for all those you love.

L'shanah Tova,

Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg Phil Frischer, President

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd We are excited to once again have services in-person for the High Holy Days and are looking forward to welcoming you back into our building. All services will be held in the Millstone Sanctuary with the exception of Children’s Services which will be virtual only and Erev Sukkot which will be outside in front of the UH sukkah. We will also livestream on our website, YouTube and Facebook. Once a service is finished, it will be available to watch again from the beginning.

Reservations At this time our High Holy Day services are open to members only. We ask that you make a reservation by August 10 so that we have a sense of who will be coming into the building. We know not everyone will be ready to pray in a large group. You may reserve your space by filling out the form on the UH website or by calling 314-469-0700. We will take a waiting list for guests and non-members who attend using a reciprocal form from another URJ congregation. Guests will be informed after August 15 if space is available.

Covid Protocols At the time of publication, we still require masks inside of our building to protect the youngest members of our congregation, ages 11 and under, who are not yet eligible for vaccination. We will continue to watch COVID updates over the next couple of months and if our mask requirement changes before the Holy Days, we will let you know.

Name Tags In mid-August we will send out name tags that will serve as your ticket and proof of membership. When you arrive for High Holy Day services, please present your nametag (just like a ticket) to an usher.

Memorial Book Our Yizkor book contains the names of our dearly departed and it is a source of comfort for the entire year, with special readings, prayers, and the Kaddish. Submissions for this year’s book are due by August 9.

The book will be available on the UH website, as well as in print at the Memorial/Yizkor Services.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Prayer Books We will use our High Holy Day machzor, Mishkan HaNefesh. The prayer books will be provided at all in person services. We understand that some will still feel more comfortable participating in services from the comfort of your own home. If you are watching from home and wish to use a prayer book, there are three options to choose from:

1. Purchase books from Unique Treasures, the UH Gift Shop, for $44 per set. 2. Purchase an ebook of Mishkan HaNefesh that you can view on your computer, iPad, tablet or phone. 3. Members may check out books (as you would from a library) and return them after the High Holy Days

The links to purchase or reserve the prayer books are on the UH website. You may also contact 314-469-0700 and someone will assist you.

Parking for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Enter the sanctuary parking lot only via the Old Woods Mill entrance Exit the sanctuary parking lot via Conway Rd. only If our lot is full, you will be directed where to park.

Valet parking for those with a Disabled Placard will once again be available, thanks to the Betty and Eugene Wolff Transportation Fund. Drop-off will be at the sanctuary entrance and pick-up will be at the religious school entrance.

Transportation Do you need a ride to UH for a service or program? United Hebrew provides transportation for those who are unable to drive, compliments of the Betty and Eugene Wolff Transportation Fund. Contact 314-469-0700 to arrange your ride.

HHD Food Drive Start the New Year off right! Let your first mitzvah be to support the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry and UH’s Backpack Buddies. Please bring your food donations to the chapel lobby before Yom Kippur services.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd We are excited to welcome you back into our building for learning opportunities. Most classes are being offered as "multi-access" with both in-person and virtual options. Each program description specifies the ways in which you will be able to participate. Please make a reservation for all programs, including your choice between in-person and virtual, so we may prepare for this hybrid approach.

Register online for all programs or by calling 314-469-0700.

During the month of Elul it is traditional to begin the process of reflection and repentance in preparation for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We are offering many opportunities for all ages to reflect and study throughout the month.

Plato & The Talmud II Saturdays, August 7, 14, 21 & 28 3:30 p.m.— Spielberg Chapel & on Zoom Free for members / $40 for non-members This four-week course led by Cantor Eichaker will explore the book by Professor Jacob Howland, “Plato and the Talmud.” The discussions will focus on stylistic comparisons and determining how the Socratic style of dialogue may have influenced Talmudic exegesis. Professor Howland offers excellent examples that we will study, chart and discuss. This course is more about how we think and how this method provides a foundation for functioning in our daily lives. Registration is required. Registrants are encouraged to purchase the book through Amazon Books or the Kindle platform.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Becoming Whole This Season Sundays, August 8, 15, 22 & 29 10:00 a.m. - Spielberg Chapel and on Zoom Free for members / $40 for non-members Becoming Whole this Season: This four-part series led by Rabbi Bellows will explore different ways we can become whole again this High Holy Days Season. Class 1: Healing the Self—Self-care in a Jewish context The importance of self-care Cheshbon nefesh this hhd season Taking care of one’s body Taking care of one’s soul Class 2: Healing Relationships—Forgiveness in Judaism Seeking forgiveness in Judaism Offering forgiveness in Judaism Being assertive in a relationship Class 3: Healing Community—Civil discourse & community healing after a major event What to do when there is breakdown in a community? Eg, tragedy, death, scandal Teshuvah and forgiveness in the community Keeping open communication Civil discourse Class 4: Healing the Jewish People—Similarities and differences among the Jewish people worldwide Finding commonalities with fellow Jews Standing up for other Jews Using Jewish tradition to bring in the Messianic Era Applying Hillel’s saying to the entire Jewish community.

Challah Bake - Round Challah for Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, August 11 7:00 p.m. - Messing Auditorium $10 for members/ $15 for non-members Join Rabbi Rosenberg to learn how to make round challah for Rosh Hashanah. Registration is required by August 9 so that we know how many stations to prepare.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Mussar for the Holy Days Saturdays, August 14, 21, 28 & September 4 12:30 p.m. - Spielberg Chapel & on Zoom Free for members / $40 for non-members Mussar is a 1,000 year-old tradition that draws on Jewish values and wisdom to guide individuals towards developing character traits which enhance spiritual growth and personal well-being. The month of Elul leading up to the High Holy Days, provides a unique opportunity to focus on the habits and attitudes that we are encouraged to pay attention to at this time of year. In this Mussar class, led by Rabbi Rosenberg, we will look specifically at these traits: Samayach B'Chelko/Contentment with one's lot Makir et Mekomo/Knowing One's Place Netzach/Perseverance/Endurance Hakarat HaTov/Gratitude

Shofar Sundays Come to a local park to see friends. Bring lunch, chairs or a blanket and get ready to hear the sound of the . August 15, 12:00 p.m. at Stacy Park August 22, 12:00 p.m. at Longview Farm Park August 29, 12:00 p.m. at Chesterfield Central Park September 5, 12:00 p.m. at United Hebrew This date will have a food truck with ice cream for those who would like to purchase lunch and dessert.

Havdalah and My Grateful Playlist: Putting Gratitude into the Mix Saturday, August 21 6:00 p.m. - Spielberg Chapel, Zoom and Livestream Free for members / $10 for non-members Cantor Eichaker will present audio samples and a set-list of religious and secular songs that can inspire a more grateful existence. From “Ordinary Miracle” by Sarah McLachlan to “Selah” by Alan Goodis, Cantor Eichaker will put together a diverse program for participants to either create anew or add to an already existing playlist.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Young Family Parking Lot Program Saturday, August 28 3:00 p.m.—UH Parking Lot Join us for an afternoon Shabbat sing-a-long for young families outside at United Hebrew. We'll celebrate Shabbat and prepare for Selichot by “chalking” the parking lot (assigned spaces) with our transgressions of this past year and our wishes for the upcoming year! We will use the parking spaces and fill them with our own words of teshuvah and hopes. Please make your reservation on the UH website or by calling Angie Klenke at 314-434-3404.

Rosh Hashanah Seder Saturday, August 28 7:00 p.m. - Messing Auditorium $10 for members/ $15 for non-members A Rosh Hashanah Seder? When it comes to celebrating holidays we think of our own family traditions and assume they are the “Jewish” way to celebrate, when really they are one of many “Jewish” ways to celebrate. Many Sephardic and Mizrachi Jews have the tradition of a Rosh Hashanah seder. The origins of this ritual date back to the Talmud (Horayot 12a), where Abaye discusses omens that carry significance, and suggests that at the beginning of each new year, people should make a habit of eating and blessing certain foods that express our wishes for the new year, like bounty, strength, and peace. Join us for an evening of talking and tasting, as we explore this Rosh Hashanah ritual. Please note that this is not a full meal. Register by August 25.

Selichot Service Saturday, August 28 8:30 p.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook On the Saturday evening preceding Rosh Hashanah we begin Selichot - penitence. This evening, we set the mood and tone for the coming Days of Awe. We change the covers of our Torah scrolls from beautiful blues and vibrant colors to the symbolic white covers of the season. The Selichot service introduces us to the melodies and prayers of the season and concludes with the sounding of the shofar.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Erev Rosh Hashanah Monday, September 6 Erev Rosh Hashanah Service 7:30 p.m. - Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook Traditional service led by UH clergy

Rosh Hashanah Day Tuesday, September 7 Children’s Service 7:30 a.m.—Livestream and Facebook Join UH Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht virtually for a lively and fun children’s service which will include singing, basic prayers, a story and the sounding of the shofar.

Morning Service 10:00 a.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook The UH clergy will be joined by Rick Recht for a service appropriate for all ages. This service is a hybrid between our former multigenerational service and the traditional service.

Rosh Hashanah in the Orchard 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.—Eckert’s Millstadt Farm 2719 Eckert Orchard Lane, Millstadt, IL 62260 Bring a picnic lunch and join us at Eckert’s Farm for an afternoon of apple picking. At 2:00 p.m., there will be a sing-a-long with UH Artist-in-Residence Rick Recht and the UH clergy. This is perfect for the whole family and friends. There will also be a tashlich experience. Non Members are welcome! United Hebrew will cover one small bag of apples per family if you RSVP by September 1. After that date you will need to purchase apples on your own if you choose to pick in the orchard. To make a reservation, please visit unitedhebrew.org or contact Angie Klenke at [email protected] or 314-434-3404.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd 2nd Day Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, September 8 Morning Service 10:00 a.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook This beautiful morning service has a slightly more traditional feel without the accompaniment of instruments. Led by UH clergy.

Tashlich 12:00 p.m.—Lake on Ladue Rd. Join us on the second day of Rosh Hashanah to observe Tashlich.

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Memorial Service at United Hebrew Cemetery Sunday, September 12 10:00 a.m. United Hebrew Cemetery 7855 Canton Ave. St. Louis, MO 63130

Located 1/2 mile S. of Page Ave. or 1/2 mile N. of Olive Blvd. on North & South Rd. Main entrance on Canton Ave.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Kol Nidrei Wednesday, September 15 Kol Nidrei Service 7:30 p.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook Join us for this inspiring service which begins with the beautifully haunting melody of Kol Nidrei played on the cello. The lights are dimmed as we reflect on the melody of this powerful prayer.

Yom Kippur Thursday, September 16 Children’s Service 7:30 a.m.—Livestream and Facebook Join UH Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht virtually for a lively and fun children’s service which will include singing, basic prayers, a story and the sounding of the shofar.

Morning Service 10:00 a.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook The UH clergy will be joined by Rick Recht for a service appropriate for all ages. This service is a hybrid between our former multigenerational service and the traditional service. An early Memorial Service will follow directly after the morning service.

Yom Kippur Learning Sessions 1:30-3:30 p.m. A series of offerings will be available to assist in reflection. A complete list will be available in August.

Afternoon, Memorial and Concluding (Neilah) Services 4:00 p.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook Yom Kippur and our day of fasting will end with the sounding of the shofar.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Monday, September 20 Sukkot Service in the UH Parking Lot 6:30 p.m.—UH Parking Lot, Livestream & Facebook Join us in front of the UH Sukkah for a fun outdoor service. The theme for our sukkah this year is Out of This World. At this event, we will have telescopes available to view the night sky.

Tuesday, September 21 Sukkot Morning Service 9:00 a.m. - Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook

Monday, September 27 Erev Simchat Torah and Consecration 6:30 p.m.—Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook Join us as we bless the newest students to our religious education program. We unroll the Torah completely and begin our transition from the end of the Torah to the beginning.

Tuesday, September 28 Simchat Torah Morning Service and Yizkor 9:00 a.m. - Millstone Sanctuary, Livestream & Facebook

United Hebrew Olive Oil Fundraiser with MyTree in Israel United Hebrew Congregation is partnering with MyTree in Israel for a unique program that connects you directly to an Israeli farmer by adopting an olive tree in their grove. After the November harvest, they will produce boutique Kosher extra virgin olive oil for you. This fundraising effort benefits United Hebrew, Israel and Israeli farmers. For more information, visit unitedhebrew.org/oliveoil Orders due by September 30.

www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd Alden Solovy spreads excitement for prayer. A Jewish poet and liturgist, he’s written more than 600 pieces of new liturgy challenging the boundaries between prayer, meditation, personal growth and poetry. His work appears in a variety of anthologies and prayer books in the Jewish, Christian and secular press. His latest book, This Grateful Heart: Psalms and Prayers for a New Day, was recently published by CCAR Press. Alden serves as liturgist in residence for the Board of Jewish Education of Metropolitan Chicago. A native Chicagoan, Alden made aliyah to Israel in 2012 where he’s an avid hiker, activist and leader in men’s healing work.

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United Hebrew Congregation 13788 Conway Road St. Louis, Missouri 63141 Main Office: 314-469-0700 School Office: 314-434-3404 [email protected] www.unitedhebrew.org

Brigitte S. Rosenberg, Senior Rabbi Adam C. Bellows, Assistant Rabbi Ronald D. Eichaker, Cantor Howard G. Kaplansky, Rabbi Emeritus Murray W. Hochberg, Cantor Emeritus Phil Frischer, President