Welcome. Bruchim HaBa’im to Bayit Shelanu. (Our House)
A Joyful, Spiritual Home for the High Holy Days
Join us as we unroll the Torah Scroll to encircle our community,
connecting us to our vibrant, collective heritage!
Welcoming the Jewish New Year of 5787
Welcoming the Jewish New Year of 5787

Welcoming the Jewish New Year of 5787

Welcoming the Jewish New Year of 5787 we look to the many opportunities for celebration ahead of us.  The sheer number—5787—in the Jewish calendar is a reminder to us, not only of our rich history, but the incredible inheritance that has been placed into our hands. From the High Holy Days we move to the joy of Sukkot—shaking the lulav and etrog as a symbol of blessing—and celebrating the original Thanksgiving holiday of the Jewish People—to Simchat Torah, marking the completion of the reading of the Torah and beginning it again, part of life’s cycles, reminding ourselves there is always something new to learn as we grow and dance with the Torah—to some weeks later, welcoming the Festival of Lights, Chanukah, which continues the Jewish story with light and laughter and song. Tu B”shvat, Purim , Pesach and Shavuot await in the first part of 2027, and rich oppoertunities to…
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Three gatherings, one community

All times are Pacific Daylight Time.

Rosh Hashana

Sat, Sep 12 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Kol Nidre

Sun, Sep 20 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Yom Kippur

Mon, Sep 21 | 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM

About Bayit Shelanu

Over a decade ago, our community came together to launch BAYIT SHELANU, Hebrew for “Our House”, reaching out to all who seek a Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur experience that speaks to the heart, mind, spirit and soul.

Our innovative High Holy Day services aim to inspire Jews to get involved in Judaism once again or to connect to it for the first time! Drawing on the richness of all denominations, we place an emphasis on the spiritual and the celebratory. 

Our services reflect that joy and meaning in the power of its prayers, inspirational readings, and the celebration of music and song.

Poetry and Humor

ENDINGS AND BEGINNINGS – Rosh Hashana – 2026 – Loren Judaken

ENDINGS AND BEGINNINGS – Rosh Hashana – 2026 – Loren Judaken

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Beannacht – John O’Donahue

Beannacht – John O’Donahue

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Prayer For Our People – Loren Judaken

Prayer For Our People – Loren Judaken

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For One Who Is Exhausted, a Blessing – John O’Donohue 

For One Who Is Exhausted, a Blessing – John O’Donohue 

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THE THREE MONKEYS – Loren Judaken

THE THREE MONKEYS – Loren Judaken

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Chelm: The Musical

Chelm: The Musical

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IF NOT NOW – WHEN – Loren Judaken

IF NOT NOW – WHEN – Loren Judaken

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Tashlich A La Carte – 2022

Tashlich A La Carte – 2022

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Shredded Hearts (after Oct 7 massacre in Israel) – Loren Judaken

Shredded Hearts (after Oct 7 massacre in Israel) – Loren Judaken

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L’chaim! To the health of our community and the rich
possibilities ahead!