Synagogue

A Temporary Place for Roots of Faith

May 4, 2011

Since December of 2005, Roots of Faith has held services every Sabbath in the historic Temple Sinai Synagogue in Saint Francisville. The Town actually owns the building but has graciously allowed us to occupy the building, using it unrestricted all this time at no charge. For quite some time, plans have been in the works to restore the Synagogue. The Historical Society has been raising money and we have been put on notice that at some point we will need to vacate the building so that the restoration can take place.

Last week I was informed by a member of the town that plans were being reviewed and I was told to step up the pace in finding a location for Roots of Faith. While I was not given a specific date by which I had to be out of the synagogue I began to pray about our situation. Bridget reminded me of a building in town that might be suitable. Today I drove by the building and it is indeed available for rent. The building is small. I do not know the exact square footage but it will work for our needs. It has a bathroom, a closet, and a single room where we could set up some chairs, our dialogue table and the pulpit from the synagogue. Since the local congregation is small I am certain that we can make this work. The sign says that the rent is $250 per month.

I will post some pictures later, but wanted to send this out to let people know what we are thinking. I never ask for money and am only keeping people in the loop so that you all know about this increase in our costs so that those who may want to help can be aware of the need. We have always had our needs met and I am confident that this will remain the case. I remain committed to providing all of our teaching at no charge. With this added cost of $250 we could use some help.

My goal is to be moved into this place within the next couple of weeks. I want to paint the building, move our artwork and get the internet connection in good working order as soon as possible so that we can transition without any interruption in our online services.

Go to our Support Page to contribute.

Thanks for your continued support of and interest in Roots of Faith.

Shalom, Ross

Posted in Notes, Synagogue, Weekly Lessons, Weekly Services

James D. Tabor at Temple Sinai

November 20, 2009

JDTOfficePose I am pleased to announce that Dr. James D. Tabor, Chair of Religious Studies, UNCC will be joining us this coming Sabbath. James will be teaching on this week’s Torah portion – Toldoth. His class will focus on Esau and the mysterious “Hand Against the Throne.”

James Tabor is scheduled to be in New Orleans this weekend for academic meetings but has graciously agreed to spend Shabbat with us.

Dr. Tabor is a popular lecturer among academic as well as non-specialist audiences. He is frequently seen in the media and is a best-selling author.

I hope that you will be able to join us live at 10:30 A.M. CST on Saturday for this exciting class. If you can’t make it to Temple Sinai in person, please join by Internet;

service link

Wishing you all a peaceful Shabbat

Posted in Speaking Schedule, Special Teachings, Synagogue, Torah Readings, Weekly Lessons

Celebrating 3 years with Roots of Faith

December 7, 2008

In tonight’s talk, Ross looks back 20 years and remembers the path that led to the establishment of Roots of Faith and the synagogue without walls.

This talk covers how we got to this point. It was delivered on the very day that Ross received the keys to the historic Temple Sinai. It has been a long journey to this point, but Ross reflects back at all of the divine appointments that have taken place over the years.

The point of tonight’s talk was Ross’ way to give God the glory for all He has done.

You will not want to miss this talk.

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Posted in Podcasts, Sunday Shul, Synagogue, Weekly Lessons

Roots of Faith Celebrates Hanukkah

December 15, 2006

On Friday night @ 7:00 PM, December 15th, the congregation gathered at the synagogue to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah.

It was a very special service as the Morgan family acted out the story of Hanukkah. Chris read the story as the Morgan boys (Tanner, Collin, Garrett, Dillan, and Jarred), dressed in constumes that their mom had made, put on a star performance. Sheree played music on the keyboard during the service. Everyone enjoyed the show and then Sheree gave a talk on the significance of this festival for believers.

I wish you all could have been there. We look forward to many more services by the Morgan Family!

Posted in Family, Festivals, Synagogue, Weekly Lessons

Friday Evening Fellowship at the synagogue

November 10, 2006

The book of Hebrews says the following: “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is, but exhorting one another and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” Hebrew 10:25 The root word translated “assembly” is the same as the root word from which we get the word synagogue. Thus a synagogue is a place to assemble….and we should not forsake assemblies…….(see above:)

So…… I want to invite you all to an evening of fun and fellowship. An Assembly -

WHEN – Friday, November 10th, 7:00 P.M. until Tenish

WHERE – The Synagogue Please come if you can. This is a good way for us to get to know one another. There is no real agenda and as always the dress is VERY casual and comfortable. I plan to talk about the Bible with anyone that will listen, but I am certain that there will be conversations throughout the building.

You may bring food and drink, but don’t go to a lot of trouble. If you bring meat, please stick with those animals that God calls “clean”. See Leviticus 11 and Deuteronomy 14 – call me if you have any questions.

You do not have to bring anything (except a Bible – and you should bring your Bible everywhere anyway:).

“Then they that feared the LORD spake often to one another; and the LORD hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before Him for them that feared the LORD, and that thought upon His name.” Malachi 3:16

Shalom and hope to see you Friday evening. Call others and invite them, and if you cannot be there on Friday night I hope to see you on Saturday morning at 10:00 A.M. Ross

Posted in Synagogue, Weekly Lessons