Contact Clergy/Administration

Need to reach a clergy or staff member? Please use their emails below, or for after hours, use emergency numbers provided below:

Rabbi Eytan Hammerman (in case of emergency call 914-320-4244)
Cantor Marcos Askenazi (in case of emergency call 347-537-9612)
Ronit Razinovsky, Education Director (in case of emergency call 914-629-9055)
Eric Nussbaum, Executive Director (in case of emergency call 914-419-1515)

Upcoming Programming

Need Zoom credentials for any of the programs noted, please check weekly emails or contact info@jcch.org

Wednesday, April 21

11:00 AM Current Events
Join a discussion of the events of the day. Facilitated by Shari Baum, Westchester Jewish Community Services. Open to all.
On Zoom

Thursday, April 22

9:00 AM Short Story Group
Short Story Discussion Group
Deb Bers will introduce “How to Make a Window Snake,” by Charmaine Wilkerson.  This is a discussion.  Online story not available.
On Zoom

10:00 AM Anti-Semitism: Why Does it Never Seem to End?
Take a deep dive into the history of anti-Semitism starting in Biblical times, the advent of Christianity, the Middle Ages, Modern times, the Holocaust, and Contemporary times. Learn about Christianity, Islam, and other religions; what common values do we all share, and what seemingly irreconcilable differences are there?
Led by Rabbi Barbara Paris

On Zoom

1:00 pm – Let’s celebrate Springtime by taking a hike!
Looking for a break from all that Zooming? Join Rabbi Hammerman for a “spiritual” hike in a local park. We will pause in our walking for some reflection. Bring water and a mask.

RSVP to rabbihammerman@jcch.org for more information.

Friday, April 23

9:00 AM Making Sense of the Service: Examining Sequence and Substance of Core Parts of Our Liturgy 
Join JCCH’s Rabbinic Intern Nicole Goluboff for a weekly exploration of the morning service’s structure and content, the Friday night service, the Torah service, and the Musaf service.

On Zoom

Monday, April 26

1:00 PM Let’s Do Lunch
Grab your lunch…find a computer, tablet, or phone, and join a casual lunchtime conversation.
Led by Deborah Bers.
On Zoom

Previous & Ongoing Programming

Tot Shabbat Every Friday at 2:00 PM
SING, DANCE, AND WELCOME SHABBAT WITH JOY!
Get your Kiddush cup and candles ready for an interactive Tot Shabbat with Cantor Marcos and Rabbi Hammerman.
Via Zoom and Facebook

Cantor Marcos presents a thematic interpretation of the Ma’ariv (evening) service using secular music, sacred text, and words of comfort: We Heal Together: Sing, Share, Learn, Pray – July 10, 2020

Our world is hurting and we pray for healing during this difficult time. Watch Cantor Marcos’s healing service here and lend your voice as we ask for love and compassion to guide our way – June 1, 2020.

Plus…Available 24/7

Creating A Sense Of Calm In A World Of Chaos
Check out Cantor Marcos’s guided meditation with chanting and singing. Cantor begins 4 minutes in.
Youtube

Kids (or Grownups!) … Need a Boost?
A five-minute energy boost for kids (and anyone else who needs to shake their sillies out!) with Cantor Marcos.
Youtube

Need Some Help with Technology?

Facebook, Zoom, and other tools are keeping us more connected than ever before. If you could use some assistance with your technology, some JCCH members are ready and eager to help. Write to info@jcch.org for assistance.

Grief Support During Covid-19

In these uncertain times of physical distancing, grievers are feeling more alone and isolated than ever. Human connection and support are crucial to those who are grieving. Rabbi Hammerman and Cantor Marcos are available by phone or email. See contact information at the bottom of this email.
Also, Westchester Jewish Community Services can provide opportunities to speak privately with a social worker by phone or zoom.

For information, contact Gillian Rittmaster, LCSW, Westchester Jewish Community Services
Phone: 914-761-0600 Ext. 2142 or email grittmaster@wjcs.com

Guidance on Coronavirus Resources and Warnings about Consumer Scams

Additional Assistance

Help Feed the Hungry in Our Area
Bread of Life is seeking food donations to help feed over 11,000 food-insecure Westchester residents. Donations of non-perishable items (e.g., pasta, cereal, canned goods) can be dropped at Pastor Pasquale’s driveway, 65 Orchard Avenue, Rye, NY.

If you have any questions, contact JCCH member Rachel Dalton at rachel@racheldalton.com

Important notice for JCCH “Seniors” and those wishing to assist
From the Town of Harrison: In addition to assistance being available from fellow JCCH members, the Harrison Recreation Senior Program has been checking on our seniors and providing them assistance when required. RideConnect of Family Services of Westchester has set up a shopping program for older adults to help keep them safely at home. Volunteers get a client’s grocery list, do the shopping, and drop the groceries off at the client. If you need help shopping for groceries or medications, call them at (914) 242-7433.

If you are interested in volunteering for this program, please use the same phone number to become involved.

Masks 4 Harrison
JCCH members Jenny Schenk and Lauren Leader, along with Toni Braiotta, have launched Masks 4 Harrison to ensure that all those in need of masks can get them, including seniors who receive services through the town as well as Harrison Food Pantry clients. $20 underwrites the cost of four masks. You can give two and get two or donate all four.  For more information, click here.