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# Temple Adas Shalom

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- [From Druze Wisdom to Haifa’s Future Leaders: Lessons from the Final Day](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/from-druze-wisdom-to-haifas-future-leaders-lessons-from-the-final-day/) - Today marks the final day of our Amplify Israel Rabbinic Fellowship mission in Israel. We began with a deeply moving visit to Kfar Julis, a Druze village in the northeastern part of the country. I've long been fascinated by the Druze faith, which is rooted in values of truth, humility, and unity. Their guiding principles
- [Havdalah in Hostages Square: A Cry for Peace Amidst Tragedy](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/havdalah-in-hostages-square-a-cry-for-peace-amidst-tragedy/) - On Shabbat (Saturday), we began our day on a positive note by joining the congregation at Kehilat Beit Daniel in Tel Aviv for Shacharit (morning service) and a Bar Mitzvah celebration. We also had a thought-provoking conversation with Ben Dror Yemini, a journalist and expert on current events and historical context. However, one of the
- [Lightening the Load: Empowering Women, Supporting Soldiers, and Celebrating Shabbat](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/lightening-the-load-empowering-women-supporting-soldiers-and-celebrating-shabbat/) - Today (Friday) was a somewhat lighter day. I woke up to a beautiful sight from my 11th floor of Carlton Hotel, Tel Aviv. Nothing can compare to the Mediterranean Sea. We started with a powerful meeting with Dr. Kochav Elkayam-Levy, a remarkable woman and expert in international law, human rights, and feminist theory. She shared
- [Echoes of October 7: Stories of Loss, Courage, and Hope](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/echoes-of-october-7-stories-of-loss-courage-and-hope/) - I was dreading today’s schedule. As an empath, I knew it would likely be one of the hardest days I’ve ever faced—and sadly, it proved true. Our day began at the lookout point at Givat Ha’Tatzpitaniyot (Observers’ Hill), where we gazed out over Gaza while learning about the role of women in the IDF. We
- [Breakfast in Tel Aviv, Lessons in Jerusalem: A Day of Inspiration](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/breakfast-in-tel-aviv-lessons-in-jerusalem-a-day-of-inspiration/) - Our day kicked off with a decadent breakfast at the Carleton Tel Aviv hotel. I couldn't resist snapping a photo of the raw honeycomb slab, alongside the indulgent spread of traditional Israeli breakfast delights. We started our day with a visit to the Magen David Adom headquarters in Ramleh, home to their state-of-the-art, fully secured
- [A Day of Connection, Sobering Truths, and Unyielding Resilience](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/a-day-of-connection-sobering-truths-and-unyielding-resilience/) - Today was a powerful and emotional day. I had the privilege of meeting the rest of my group—24 rabbis from across North America—and the experience was nothing short of inspiring. Our first session, led by Rabbi Amiel Hirsch, was a deep discussion on a question that feels especially relevant today: "Why are we here?" It
- [Pre-AIRF Mission:](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/pre-airf-mission/) - On our way to Tel Aviv, to start we stumbled upon a remarkable initiative born after October 7, 2023: the "Refreshment and TLC" stations, which have been set up across Israel. As shown in the attached photos, these stations are entirely run by volunteers, offering food, games, reading materials, and, above all, a sense of
- [Embarking on My Immersive Training Journey with Amplify Israel Rabbinic Fellowship (AIRF)](https://templeadasshalom.org/2025/01/rabbis-blog-journey-with-amplify-israel-rabbinic-fellowship/) - I’m excited to share the beginning of my immersive training with Amplify Israel Rabbinic Fellowship. A bit of background: I’ve been selected as part of the second cohort of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue’s esteemed fellowship program. This year-long initiative brings together 24 Reform rabbis from North America and Israel, providing a unique opportunity for professional

## Pages

- [Home](https://templeadasshalom.org/) - Our congregation continues to be a center for Jewish life in Harford County and the surrounding areas. We offer a friendly and relaxed environment for all Jewish families.
- [Social Action (Tikkun-Olam)](https://templeadasshalom.org/social-action/) - SOCIAL ACTION (TIKKUN-OLAM) Say Little. Do Much. The Social Action Committee at Temple Adas Shalom is entirely focused on and committed to Tikkun Olam, which is the English transliteration of the Hebrew phrase which means "repair the world". The committee initiates and manages ongoing programs that benefit individuals within the congregation and surrounding communities. This includes
- [HJC Early Learning Center](https://templeadasshalom.org/learn/hjclec/) - HJC Early Learning Center is a state licensed program, educating preschool children ages 2 - PreK. We use a combination of learning centers, educational games, and fun filled activities so that our students experience learning in the way that is most natural for children, through play! With accredited curriculums and qualified staff, we strive to ensure that our students are thriving in all developmental areas. Whether working on our math or social skills, language or art, our students are supported by loving teachers in an environment designed with their success in mind.
- [Sisterhood](https://templeadasshalom.org/sisterhood/) - Sisterhood "A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life." - Isadora James Shop the Gift Shop This is an exciting time to join us and be an integral part of the journey! As we know, change is a constant. This year, as
- [High Holidays](https://templeadasshalom.org/high-holidays/) - High Holidays "For last year's words belong to last year's language. And next year's words await another voice. And to make an end is to make a beginning." - T.S. Eliot High Holy Days are a time for reflection, introspection, prayer, and reconnection. We welcome you to join us in celebrating and observing these special Holy
- [Fun-Raising](https://templeadasshalom.org/fun-raising/) - Fun-Raising Let's Have fun while raising funds! So you ask why the "D" is missing? You'll soon find out why. F is for Friendly Folks U is for United N is for New Experiences And finally the "D" stands for donating your time, expertise and money to help TAS grow. Put all of this together and what do
- [Purim](https://templeadasshalom.org/purim/) - Purim Purim (Hebrew: פּוּרִים) is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman, an official of the Achaemenid Empire who was planning to have all of Persia's Jewish subjects killed, as recounted in the Book of Esther (usually dated to the 5th century BCE). With celebrations including costumes, skits and songs, noisemakers, and
- [Sukkot](https://templeadasshalom.org/sukkot/) - Sukkot Sukkot (Hebrew: סוכות‎ or סֻכּוֹת), also known as the Feast of Booths or the Feast of Tabernacles is a biblical holiday celebrated on the 15th day of the month of Tishrei. Sukkot is one of the most joyful festivals on the Jewish calendar. "Sukkot," a Hebrew word meaning "booths" or "huts," refers to the Jewish festival of giving thanks for the fall harvest.
- [Family Services](https://templeadasshalom.org/family-services/) - Family Services "The Sabbath provides a wonderful opportunity to strengthen family ties." - Russell M. Nelson Temple Adas Shalom, in conjunction with our Kehillah MAGNET Religious School, offers programs and activities to engage the littlest members of our community, along with their older siblings, parents and grandparents. Throughout the school year we offer a Shabbat
- [Shabbat Services](https://templeadasshalom.org/shabbat-services/) - Shabbat Services "On Shabbat something happens to the world - the world becomes infinite again" - Shlomo Carlebach Our Religious Practices Committee (RPC) at Temple Adas Shalom assumes responsibility for promoting a religious atmosphere in the community and among our members. We offer many opportunities for worship and spiritual growth for the diverse needs of Jews and
- [Leadership & staff](https://templeadasshalom.org/about-tas/leadership-and-staff/) - Leadership & Staff TEMPLE ADAS SHALOM BOARD OF TRUSTEES & LEADERSHIP Our Board Members are comprised of amazing volunteers who diligently give of themselves to continue and expand our presence as a world-healing place. As Jews, we place a very high value on service, and these members are wonderful examples of that giving spirit. EXECUTIVE
- [Selichot](https://templeadasshalom.org/selichot/) - Selichot Selichot (Hebrew: סְלִיחוֹת) are Jewish penitential poems and prayers, especially those said in the period leading up to the High Holidays. The Thirteen Attributes of Mercy are a central theme throughout these prayers. For many Jews, the High Holiday season begins with Rosh Hashanah and the start of the new month of Tishrei. Jewish tradition, however, teaches that the
- [Tisha B'av](https://templeadasshalom.org/tisha-bav/) - Tisha B'av Tisha B'Av, (Hebrew: תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב), observed on the 9th (tishah) of the Hebrew month of Av, is a day of mourning the destruction of both ancient Temples in Jerusalem. Liberal Judaism never has assigned a central religious role to the ancient Temple, so mourning the destruction of the Temple may not be particularly meaningful to
- [Shavuot](https://templeadasshalom.org/shavuot/) - Shavuot Shavuot ( Hebrew: שבועות‎), or the Feast of Weeks, is a holiday that occurs on the sixth day of the Hebrew month of Sivan. Shavuot commemorates the anniversary of the day God gave the Torah to the entire nation of Israel assembled at Mount Sinai. The holiday is one of the Shalosh Regalim, the three pilgrimage festivals. It marks the conclusion of the
- [Lag B'Omer](https://templeadasshalom.org/lag-bomer/) - Lag B'Omer Lag B'Omer (Hebrew: ל״ג בעומר‎), is a minor, festive holiday celebrated on the thirty-third day of the Counting of the Omer, which occurs on the 18th day of the Hebrew month of Iyar. (The numerical value of the Hebrew letter lamed is 30, and the value of gimel is three; lamed and gimel together are pronounced "lahg.") Lag
- [Yom HaZikaron & Yom HaAtzmaut](https://templeadasshalom.org/yom-hazikaron-yomhaatzmaut/) - Yom HaZikaron & Yom HaAtzmaut Since the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, four new holidays have been added to the Jewish calendar - Yom Ha'Shoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day), Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day), and Yom Y'rushalayim (Jerusalem Day, which celebrates the reunification of the city in 1967). In Israel, these days are observed as national holidays; around
- [Yom HaShoah](https://templeadasshalom.org/yom-hashoah/) - Yom HaShoah Yom HaShoah (Hebrew: יום הזיכרון לשואה ולגבורה), also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, occurs on the 27th of the Hebrew month of Nisan. Shoah, which means "catastrophe" or "utter destruction" in Hebrew, refers to the atrocities that were committed against the Jewish people during World War II. This is a memorial day for those who died in the Shoah. The Shoah is also
- [Passover](https://templeadasshalom.org/passover/) - PASSOVER Passover (Hebrew: חַג הַפֶּסַח), also called Pesach, is a major Jewish spring festival celebrating freedom and family commemorating the Hebrews' liberation from slavery in Egypt and the "passing over" of the forces of destruction, or the sparing of the firstborn of the Israelites, when the Lord "smote the land of Egypt" on the eve of the Exodus more than 3,000 years ago. On the 15th
- [Tu BiSh'vat](https://templeadasshalom.org/tu-bishvat/) - Tu Bish'vat Tu BiSh'vat (Hebrew: טו בשבט‎), also known as the New Year of Trees and Jewish Arbor Day, is a Jewish holiday occurring on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat. It is also called "Rosh HaShanah La'Ilanot". In contemporary Israel the day is celebrated as an ecological awareness day and trees are planted in celebration. The name Tu BiSh'vat is derived from the
- [Hanukkah](https://templeadasshalom.org/hanukkah/) - Hanukkah Hanukkah (Hebrew: חֲנֻכָּה), also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays. A festive eight-day celebration that for many people falls during the darkest, coldest season of the year. The holiday brings light, joy, and warmth to our homes and communities as we celebrate with candles, food, family, and friends.
- [Simchat Torah](https://templeadasshalom.org/simchat-torah-2/) - Simchat Torah Simchat Torah (Hebrew: שִׂמְחַת תּוֹרָה), known as Rejoicing with the Torah, is a Jewish holiday that celebrates and marks the conclusion of the annual cycle of Torah readings, and the beginning of a new cycle. Simchat Torah is a component of the Jewish holiday of Shemini Atzeret ("Eighth Day of Assembly"), which follows immediately after the festival of Sukkot in the month of Tishrei.
- [Yom Kippur](https://templeadasshalom.org/yom-kippur/) - Yom Kippur Yom Kippur (Hebrew: יוֹם כִּפּוּר, or יום הכיפורים), also known as Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year for the Jewish people. Its central themes are atonement and repentance. Jewish people traditionally observe this holy day with a 25-hour period of fasting and intensive prayer, often spending most of the day in synagogue services. Yom Kippur completes
- [Rosh Hashanah](https://templeadasshalom.org/rosh-hashanah/) - Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah (Hebrew: ראש השנה‎), literally "head of the year", is the Jewish New Year, a time of prayer, self-reflection, and t'shuvah. We review our actions during the past year, and we look for ways to improve ourselves, our communities, and our world in the year to come. The holiday marks the beginning of a 10-day period, known
- [Spirituality](https://templeadasshalom.org/spirituality/) - SPIRITUALITY Services at Temple Adas Shalom are a learning experience, and we strive to provide you with an inspiring and meaningful spiritual experience. Whether it is attending our warm Shabbat services and community Family Dinners; trying out our Daven & Dine experience; engaging your little ones at a Tot Shira; celebrating a festive holiday, or
- [KM Religious School](https://templeadasshalom.org/learn/km-religious-school/) - Kehillah Magnet Religious School What We Do To live fully as a Jew requires knowledge of our history, tradition and observance. Just as important is a secure emotional bond to our religion, our people, our heritage. The educational programs at Temple Adas Shalom integrate experience and knowledge, nourishing both heart and mind. Education is Temple
- [Membership](https://templeadasshalom.org/membership/) - Membership We are excited that you are considering joining us at Temple Adas Shalom! Our congregation remains a warm and welcoming assembly of approximately 132 families. We have a seasoned spiritual leader in Rabbi Meeka Simerly, with strong ties to local and regional Jewish communities. Our Membership is very welcoming, friendly, and diverse, running the
- [Rabbi Meeka Simerly](https://templeadasshalom.org/about-tas/rabbi-meeka-simerly/) - Rabbi Meeka Simerly Visit Rabbi Meeka's Website Shalom! Welcome to Temple Adas Shalom. It is a privilege and a joy to serve this warm, vibrant, and caring community. At Temple Adas Shalom, we strive to create a Jewish home where people of all ages and backgrounds can learn, grow, celebrate, and find meaningful connections. Whether
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- [About TAS](https://templeadasshalom.org/about-tas/) - Temple Adas Shalom Our History Initially called the Harford Hebrew Congregation, our synagogue was founded in February 1955. In November 1955, we purchased our first building from the American Legion at Forest Green and officially changed our name to the Harford Jewish Center. In March of 1957, we hired a rabbi for the weekends, and by
- [In the News](https://templeadasshalom.org/in-the-news/) - In the News
- [70th Anniversary Auction](https://templeadasshalom.org/70th-anniversary-auction/)
- [Rabbi's Blog](https://templeadasshalom.org/about-tas/rabbi-meeka-simerly/rabbis-blog/)
- [Adult Education](https://templeadasshalom.org/learn/adult-education/) - adult education What We Do Our MISSION is to promote an engaging and living Judaism through learning. Our VISION, envisions a culture where our congregants will seek answers, discover new areas, find relaxed & serious study on both Jewish tradition & religious or non-religious topics. When performed with clarity and vigor, Jewish adult learning is as dynamic and
- [Contact us](https://templeadasshalom.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us We Would Love To Hear From You Please use the form or call us with your questions or comments Address 8 NORTH EARLTON ROAD, EXTHAVRE DE GRACE, MD 21078 Contact (410) 939-3170 admin@templeadasshalom.orgOffice Hours7:30 am - 3:30 pm (M-Th)7:30 am - 11:30 am (F) Keep In Touch
- [Holocaust Memorial Scroll](https://templeadasshalom.org/holocaust-memorial-scroll/) - Holocaust Memorial Scroll Holocaust Memorial Torah Scroll and Survivor (#865) Temple Adas Shalom is the custodian for a sefer Torah (Torah scroll) that survived the Holocaust. We received this scroll in on May 2, 1986. Our scroll is on permanent loan from the Memorials Scrolls Trust in London, and its transfer to our synagogue was made possible by the generosity of
- [Engage](https://templeadasshalom.org/engage/) - ENGAGE Find your personal connection to our community in discovering what matters the most to you. Much of Temple Adas Shalom's community life is organized by our Temple Board and lay members of the congregation, who form committees and social groups with a variety of focuses geared to meet the needs of our members and
- [Choir](https://templeadasshalom.org/choir/) - Choir Promoting choral music as a vehicle to inspire Jewish life, literacy, community, and a connection to Israel. Our Temple Adas Shalom Choir is a group of fun-loving musicians-with day jobs-who play an eclectic mix of instruments and have varying singing styles that work well together. If you play an instrument, read music, or sing,
- [Academic Youth Portal](https://templeadasshalom.org/academic-youth-portal/) - Academic youth portal "Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin This page is being developed as a resource hub for our High School and College students, as well as parents of children in school. We are looking to build a home for our older
- [Caring](https://templeadasshalom.org/caring/) - cARING Committee Find your personal connection to our community in discovering what matters the most to you. Our Caring Committee encourages and nurtures a compassionate community where we support each other during difficult times and celebrate joyous occasions together. The purpose of Temple Adas Shalom's Caring Committee is to reach out to members of the
- [Streaming](https://templeadasshalom.org/spirituality/streaming/) - TAS VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE Welcome to Temple Adas Shalom's Virtual Experience! This multi access experience was created with a deep urgency to stay united as a Temple Adas Shalom family, and responsibility toward each other and the greater Jewish community. Our priority is to ensure that our community, both near and far, experience spiritually moving virtual services
- [Jewish Holidays](https://templeadasshalom.org/jewish-holidays/) - jewish Holidays A holiday is an opportunity to journey within. Jewish Holidays Click the link above to see a list of all the holidays we celebrate here at the temple! People often say: "The Jewish holidays are late this year" or "The Jewish holidays are early this year." In fact, the holidays never are early
- [Rabbi Gila Ruskin](https://templeadasshalom.org/about-tas/rabbi-gila-ruskin/) - Rabbi Gila Ruskin Rabbi Gila Ruskin joined Temple Adas Shalom in 2007 and she was appointed as the congregation's permanent rabbi in 2009. Rabbi Ruskin cherishes the great variety of opportunities she has had to serve as a rabbi since her ordination in 1983 from Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati. For two academic years, she
- [Testing ELC](https://templeadasshalom.org/learn/testing-elc/) - TESTING What We Do The HJC Early Learning Center provides early childhood education in a unique and nurturing environment. We have been welcoming children from the general community as well as our congregation since 1977. HJC Early Learning Center provides education for preschool students ages 2-5 yrs. We welcome children from our congregation as well
- [Learn](https://templeadasshalom.org/learn/) - HJC Early Learning Center What We Do 01.-We Find & Fund Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud. 02.-We Build Networks Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod incididunt ut labore et dolore

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