The westernmost member of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
Presidential Remarks from the Annual Membership Meeting
June 1, 2025
by Sandra Z. Armstrong
Summing up the last year, Sof Ma’arav has a common theme of respect combined with gratitude and “full on ruach” each and every Shabbat.
1). Respect and honor for weekly Torah readings combined… Continue reading
Guidelines for Giving a Drash at Congregation Sof Maʻarav
by Sally Morgan and Fran Margulies
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After the Torah service is complete and before Musaf.
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Ten minutes or less (Really!)
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As a havurah, Sof Maʻarav depends on its own… Continue reading |
Sof Picture Album
Sof Does Purim!
Pictures by Alice Flitter
Pictures from the annual Reading of the Megillah and Purim Party, held March 13.
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