Observe Yom Kippur 2012 in Fanwood-Scotch Plains
Find out where and how to observe the Jewish holiday in your community.
Yom Kippur is, in short, the holiest day of the year in Jewish religion and culture. It is also referred to as the “Day of Atonement,” and the tradition is to solemnly fast for repentance and atonement of sins. Yom Kippur marks the end of the annual High Holy Day period (Sept. 16 to 26), which begins with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. On Sept. 25, observation will begin at sunset. In Fanwood, Temple Sholom, located at 74 S. Martine Ave., will celebrate Yom Kippur on Sept. 26 with Yom Kippur Shacharit(morning) Service in the Sanctuary beginning at 10 a.m. Additionally a Children's Service will be held in the Chapel for children ages 3 to second grade at 10 a.m. followed by an 11 a.m. service for children third grade through sixth …
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