Confirmation is a somewhat less widespread coming of age ritual that occurs when a child is 16 or 18. Confirmation was originally developed by the Reform movement, which scorned the idea that a 13 year old child was an adult (but see explanation below). They replaced bar and bat mitzvah with a confirmation ceremony at the age of 16 or 18. However, due to the overwhelming popularity of the bar or bat mitzvah, the Reform movement has revived the practice. I don’t know of any Reform synagogues that do not encourage the practice of bar and bat mitzvahs at age 13 today.
In some Conservative synagogues, however, the confirmation concept has been adopted as a way to continue a child’s Jewish education and involvement for a few more years.
Our goal is to strengthen Jewish identity, continuity and our youth’s relationship to the people and land of Israel. Whether is it through a summer teen trip to Israel or a session at a Jewish residential camp, our Congregation encourages all teens to “Do Jewish” during the summer!
We are pleased to be able to offer scholarships for these activities. To download an application, please click on the appropriate link to the left.
For more information, or recommendations of summer programs, please contact our Youth Department.
We are an international Jewish youth group for 7th-12th grade teens. Our chapter is a closely knit group of dynamic kids that participate in twice monthly Lounge Nights, Regional Activities, as well as monthly weekend programming. We strives to provide participants with a strong Jewish identity as well as a social network of Jewish friends. We also offers summer trips to Israel, trips around the country and many other summer programs. We hope that you will give us a try by stopping by one of our Lounge Nights.
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Have any questions? Need more information? Contact Lana Blank, our Youth Director at (555) 555.1234 ext 230 or email youth@congregation.org.
WE WANT YOU… & YOUR FRIENDS TOO!!
Receive discounts for events & activities (weekends) by bringing new participants to our gatherings Never been to a kinnus before? Ask about the first-timers scholarship!
2011-2012 UPCOMING EVENTS
Annual Disneyland Trip – September 24th at 7:30am (all day)
First Lounge – September 10th at 6pm
Special Israel Lounge and Presentation – October 5th at 6pm
Daytrip – October 26th at 12pm
Event information also available through flyer mailings, e-mail updates and the monthly Newsletter.
This is a youth group for children in 4th-6th grade. This group meets about once a month during the school year for events such as laser tag, bowling, and holiday parties. Becoming a member includes a FREE tshirt, discounts on all our events, and the opportunity to participate in Regional Camp. We hope that you are will to give it a try!
Have any questions? Need more information? Youth Director at (555) 555.1234 ext 251.
Join us in our Kick Off Event this year participating in a fun art project.
WE WANT YOU… & YOUR FRIENDS TOO!!
This is an amazing program for kids in 4th-6th grade. Join us at one of our many events below!
2011-2012 UPCOMING EVENTS
Kick Off Event – September 18th 12-3:30pm
Event Day – November 6th at noon
FORMS & ONLINE PAYMENT
Become a member, just fill out the following form and receive discounts on all our events!
Youth Membership Application
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Event information also available through flyer mailings, e-mail updates and the monthly Newsletter.
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Contact our Youth Director at (555) 555.1234 ext 251.
Youth group for 2nd and 3rd graders who want a fun place to play after Torah School on Sundays. Activities have included laser tag, pajama parties, Hanukkah parties, a Chocolate Seder and many more.
If you want to check out our activities, RSVP for one of our fun events and give it a try. It’s a great way for kids to make friends in our Community, whether they attend Torah School, are new to town or just want to meet some new kids their age. It is a group for anyone and everyone with a good attitude.
For more information, please email our Youth Director.
OUR CONGREGATION WANTS YOU… & YOUR FRIENDS TOO!!
It is an amazing program for kids in 2nd-3rd grade. We have a full calendar of events for 2011-2012 and we hope you can join us for one or more of them!
2011-2012 UPCOMING EVENTS
Annual Kick Off Event – October 30th at 12pm
FORMS & ONLINE PAYMENT
Become a member – just fill out the following form and receive discounts on all our events!
Event information also available through flyer mailings, e-mail updates and the monthly Newsletter.
Second and third graders participate in our group which meets once a month during the school year for fun events such as Coldstone tours and ice cream making, laser tag and holiday events. Machar -niks begin associating Jewish life and friends with fun.
Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grades
Move up in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade to meeting once a month for events such as bowling, Chanukah parties, Community Day, and Weekend Fun at Camp Ranch in the woods. It is a wonderful way to develop strong Jewish friendships and connections to the Jewish community. Through joint chapter and regional events, everyone becomes aware of a larger Jewish world while learning how to become a part of it.
Seventh Grade and Up
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Grades 7-12 have a wide range of programs and opportunities through our Congregarion. Our chapter is run by a board of officers who plan events such as
Bi-monthly lounge evenings for hanging out and making friends
Weekend programs of all types such as indoor rock climbing and ice skating.
Inter-chapter events such as Into the Night, an all-night adventure
Community service projects and fundraising for tikkun olam
Day trip excursions such as to mountains and Islands
Shabbat led entirely by members of Congregation
Weekends at other synagogues within Our Region
Leadership training program
Opportunities to meet Jewish teens outside of our Congregation.
Trips to Israel, New York and other European cities, as well as summer programs.
Confirmation
10th graders are invited to participate in our Confirmation program which involves Torah, Avodah and G’milut Chasadim. Confirmants study with our Rabbi monthly, mentor younger children and participate in community service projects together. The year concludes with a trip to New York City or Los Angeles and a Confirmation ceremony. Click here for Confirmation calendar.
Leadership
Our program allows teens in grades 9-12 to gain leadership experience and skills working with children one-on-one, in a classroom setting, and with special school projects as an aid in the Torah School. Teens make a commitment for the year and are matched up with a particular class to assist the teacher in class projects and day-to-day activities.
WE WANTS YOU…& YOUR FRIENDS TOO!!
Receive discounts for events & kinnusim (weekends) by bringing new participants to our events! Never been to a kinnus before? Ask about the first-timers scholarship!
Event information also available through flyer mailings, e-mail updates, and the monthly Kolenu.
Our goal is to strengthen Jewish identity, continuity and our youth’s relationship to the people and land of Israel. Whether is it through a summer teen trip to Israel or a session at a Jewish residential camp, our Congregation encourages all teens to “Do Jewish” during the summer!
