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Read Rabbi Shire's Sermons from High Holy Day Services
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​While we edit and prepare the videos of our High Holy Day services enjoy reading Rabbi Shire's excellent sermons from the holiday services. Reading and really digesting a sermon can provide new insights and a deeper understanding even if you've heard the sermon given. The text for the dedication of our new Ark is also available.
This is Rabbi Shire's first High Holy Day services with us and we think you will agree that he knocked it out of the park! Enjoy.

Wherever you are on your spiritual journey,
the focus of Central Reform Temple of Boston is to provide everyone with a home
for growth and new horizons.
We are a house of prayer for all people.

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Shabbat Service Onsite Only

​​Friday, September 29, 6:30pm
This special Sukkot Shabbat service will take place in the Parish Hall in our home at 15 Newbury Street, Boston. Weather permitting  we will visit our newly built Sukkah outside.

​This service will not be multicast so attend if you can and enjoy this early fall celebration to close our the holiday season.​​

To join our mailing list and receive information about all our services onsite and multicast email info@centralreformtemple.org
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Shabbat Multicast Service

Friday, October 13, 6:30pm
Join us for our first multicast service of the new year. Come greet your friends in Lindsey Chapel or online on Zoom. This will be a joyous service and we hope to see you there. 

Those who were on the trip to Oxford, England to learn about the Jewish history of Oxford and England in general will be back. Rabbi Shire returns from leading that trip so this is sure to be a special time together.

To join our mailing list and receive information about all our services onsite and receive links to multicast services please email info@centralreformtemple.org
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Torah Study Online Only

Saturday, October 14, 10:00am
Join Rabbi Shire and friends for a time of study on Shabbat morning. No prior attendance or preparation is required. Everyone is welcome to come join in the study, learning, and discussion.

To join our mailing list and receive information about all our services onsite and receive links to multicast services please email 
info@centralreformtemple.org

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Central Reform Temple of Boston is a uniquely welcoming community that embraces the richness of the Jewish tradition. Our worship, conducted primarily in English, is inclusive and accessible. We offer a warm, unconditional welcome to all who seek to join us in worship, study, and service, without regard to religious background or beliefs. One need not be born Jewish, be able to read Hebrew, or convert to Judaism to be a full, participating member of Central Reform Temple. Interfaith families and people of all faiths, including the unaffiliated, are fully embraced. Members of the LGBTQ community are a vibrant part of our Temple family.
With a focus on adult programming and social justice, we strive to be engaged with each other both within and outside our Shabbat, Festival, and High Holy Day Services. Our one-of-a-kind covenant relationship with Emmanuel Episcopal Church with whom we share our spiritual home, integrates us both physically and ideologically within the Back Bay interfaith community.
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Rabbi Dr. Michael Shire Joins CRT
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​Use the links below to learn more about Rabbi Dr.  Michael Shire, our new part-time rabbi. We are excited to welcome him and begin the next phase of our journey together as a community.
Read Rabbi Shire Sermons
Link to Press Release for Publication
Rabbi Dr. Michael Shire
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Our Rabbi

Rabbi Dr. Michael Shire joined Central Reform Temple of Boston as part-time rabbinic leader on July 1, 2022. Rabbi Shire also holds the title Rabbi in Residence at Emmanuel Church in the city of Boston. He is  Professor of Jewish Education at Hebrew College.
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From the Rabbi's Study

Perhaps the single most practical thing Judaism has offered to the world, is the distinction between the working week and a day of rest. This concept of Shabbat first conceptualized in the Hebrew Bible and then spun into a myriad forms has been applied by every Civilization through the ages to provide a cessation in the unceasing drive to have, to own and to obtain more! 
For as Abraham Joshua Heschel stated in his Classic work, ‘The Sabbath’, Shabbat is rather a time to be, to become, to be open to wonder...
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Rabbi Devon Lerner leads the service with her reflection on preparing for the High Holy Days. Cantorial soloist Fausto Miro with Music Director Andrew Mattfeld makes beautiful music for the service. Documents for the service can be found at https://www.crtboston.org/service-pdf.... Use A Time to Reflect and CRT Songbook. ​
Shabbat Service at Central Reform Temple of Boston on June 23, 2023. Rabbi Dr. Michael Shire leads the service with a very interesting sermon discussing how prayerbooks have evolved in the Reform movement.. Cantorial soloist Amy Lieberman accompanying herself provides beautiful music for the service. Documents for the service can be found at https://www.crtboston.org/service-pdf.... Use A Time to Reflect and CRT Songbook. ​

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Enjoy CRT Shabbat Services “on demand” on the temple YouTube channel. When you subscribe you will be notified by email each time a new video is uploaded. Experience CRT services for the first time, review a service you missed, or relax into prayer and meditation in the middle of the week. Enjoy!

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​Central Reform Temple of Boston meets at our home in Lindsey Chapel at Emmanuel Church, 15 Newbury Street in Boston, Massachusetts.  We welcome you to join us!

Guests who would like to receive our weekly email with information on service dates, activities, and more please email us at info@centralreformtemple.org.
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6172621202    15 Newbury Street, Boston MA 02116     info@centralreformtemple.org

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  • Home
  • About
    • Mission & Values
    • Our History
    • Our Officers and Board
    • Our Rabbi >
      • From the Rabbi's Study
      • Rabbi Shire Sermons
    • Classical Reform Judaism
    • CRT & Emmanuel Church >
      • Rev Pam Werntz Sermons
    • Emmanuel Center
  • Worship
    • CRT YouTube Channel
    • Shabbat Services
    • High Holy Day Services
    • Holy Days & Festivals
    • Service PDF Links
  • Learning
    • Torah Study
    • Social Action >
      • Ukraine Refugees
      • Climate Action
      • Racial Justice
      • Serving Our Community
    • Interfaith Dialogue
    • Emmanuel Center
    • Reading List
  • Events
    • Calendar
  • Donations
  • Membership