In Jewish places of worship, it is customary for all men to wear a head covering, called a Kippah, as a way of showing respect to God. Women and children may also wear one if they choose.

Some congregants may be wearing a tallit, or prayer shawl, symbolic of God embracing them in a hug. It has fringes on all four corners, reminding the wearer of the obligation to observe God’s commandments. This is typically only worn by people who have completed a B’Mitzvah. The same tallit is often used again during their wedding ceremony.

Dressy casual attire is appropriate for services.
No jeans please!

Temple Sinai is a reform synagogue. Reform Judaism is a liberal movement that emphasizes Jewish ethics over following the Torah as it is written. This is done as a way to adapt to modern changes in social, political, and cultural life.

Attempting to harmonize Jewish tradition with modern sensibilities, you will notice that we have a female rabbi, and God is never referred to as “He” in our prayer books.

All are welcome here!

Our services begin promptly at 10am, so please arrive before then so you have time to park, walk in, greet each other, and find a seat before the ceremony starts. Men and women are free to sit together.

Please remember to silence your cell phones. There is a quiet room behind the sanctuary for restless children to take a body break if they need one.

Our prayer books are written in Hebrew, but you will also find the Hebrew transliteration, as well as the English translation for each prayer. So no matter how familiar (or unfamiliar) you are with a Shabbat service, you can follow along in a way that is meaningful to you.

It is not customary to attend the evening party if you did not take part in witnessing the morning ceremony. Celebrating with the B’Mitzvah family is a way of congratulating them on a job well done!

So when you say, “Mazel Tov” you mean it!

The number 18 is the numerical value of the Hebrew word chai, which means “life.”

Because it is seen as a special number in the Jewish culture, any gift given in multiples of $18 is standard practice for a B’Mitzvah present, symbolizing a long and happy life.

“L’Chaim, to life!”

After Friday night and Saturday morning services are over, guests often stay to mingle and nosh on something sweet to help enhance the sweetness of the Sabbath.

Everyone is welcome to stay and socialize at this light and informal gathering!

Upon arrival, Taxi’s are lined up at the airport to take you to your hotel. Otherwise, ride-shares are readily available 24/7.

You can always choose to rent a car. We like using Enterprise, National, or Alamo the best.

If you are staying at JW Marriott or SunCoast, it is only a 7 minute drive (west) to get to Temple Sinai, and a 7 minute drive (south) to Canyon Gate Country Club. It’s pretty easy to get around in Summerlin.

Tivoli Village is just across the street!