Events: CSZ Village

Jun28
Service

Shacharit

🕐 8:30 am – 9:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein…

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Village Tots
Jun28
Event

CSZ Village Tots Baby and Me Class

🕐 10:00 am – 11:30 am

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Join your CSZ Village and Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings 10am for brunch, songs, movement, instruments, bubbles, and so…

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Jun28
Service

Mincha / Maariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel

The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging evening minyan in the Bernstein Chapel. You…

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Jun29
Service

Shacharit with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein…

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Jun29
Service

Mincha / Maariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel

The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging evening minyan in the Bernstein Chapel. You…

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Sisterhood
Jun29
Event

Sisterhood Annual Meeting

🕐 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

📍 Aurora Italiana - West Bloomfield

You are invited to the Annual Meeting for a celebration of Sisterhood and friendship, and a wonderful evening filled with great conversation,…

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Jun30
Service

Shacharit with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein…

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Jun30
Event

Social Worker Office Hours

🕐 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Jewish Family Service is partnering with Shaarey Zedek to bring social work support into our congregation. Amy Rosenberg, MSW, a…

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Jun30
Service

Mincha / Maariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel

The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging evening minyan in the Bernstein Chapel. You…

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Jul1
Service

Shacharit with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein…

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Jul1
Event

Online Support Group

🕐 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

📍 Virtual Event

Dr. Jay Inwald has been generously volunteering to facilitate a weekly support group for people who are dealing with grief…

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Jul1
Service

Mincha / Maariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel

The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging evening minyan in the Bernstein Chapel. You…

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Jul1
Event

Laker Concert Fund Presents: Jewish Notes in America's 250 Year Song

🕐 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Special thank you to the Irving and Beverly Laker Concert Fund for bringing us this exciting event. From the Revolution to…

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Jul2
Holiday

Fast of Tammuz

🕐 All Day

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

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Jul2
Service

Shacharit

🕐 7:30 am – 8:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

FAST OF TAMMUZ The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and…

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Thrilling Thrusdays
Jul2
Event

Thrilling Thursday: Red White and Blue

🕐 10:00 am – 11:15 am

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Children ages 0-4 and their favorite adults are invited to come play in the Youth Lounge at CSZ. Join Morah…

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Jul2
Service

Mincha / Maariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

FAST OF TAMMUZ The CSZ Clergy, lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging evening minyan in the Bernstein…

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Jul3
Service

Shacharit with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:30 am

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

The CSZ Lay leaders and digital Gabbai welcome you to an engaging morning minyan in the Lee and Gerson Bernstein…

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Jul3
Service

Kabbalat Shabbat

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm

📍 Bernstein Chapel · Also streaming online

Come join Hazzan David Propis and our warm, inviting community in the Bernstein Chapel to welcome the peace and beauty of…

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Jul3
Service

Candle Lighting

🕐 8:56 pm – 8:56 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

How to Light Shabbat Candles Before sunset on Friday evening, light two Shabbat candles, cover your eyes, and say the…

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Curriculum

Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:  

Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community. 

Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland. 

Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life. 

Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity). 

Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers. 

Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers. 

Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum. 

Staff

We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.