Spiritual Life

The SAJ is committed to the spiritual lives of its congregants. Congregants take an active role in all aspects of the service. Cantor Arbisser welcomes everyone to sing with her throughout the service. Rabbi Strassfeld leads a Torah discussion as opposed to delivering a sermon.  Read more»

Services at the SAJ are special. Rabbi Strassfeld is committed to a prayer service that is meaningful.  Read more»

A message from Rabbi Michael Strassfeld:

In response to a request by the Hebrew School Committee, I developed a new policy for The SAJ that would allow for pot-luck meals at the synagogue. This policy was approved by the Ritual Committee and approved by the Board of Directors.

Everyone was interested in finding a way for members of The SAJ to join together for meals and programs without the cost of catered dinners being a deterring factor. Yet, at the same time, we wanted to pay attention to the laws of kashrut (Jewish dietary laws).  Read more»

Community meals are an important part of the SAJ community. Learn about our potluck dinners and Shabbat Kiddush.  Read more»

Cantor Lisa Shapanka Arbisser brings a passion for Jewish music and a profound dedication to Jewish community life and learning to her role as cantor of the SAJ.  Read more»

Brief Biography