Upcoming Events

Jun8
Service

Morning Minyan with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:15 am

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun8
Event

Coffee House Bus Tour - Downtown Detroit

🕐 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Special bus trip and guided tour downtown along the Detroit Riverfront and the Shephard Gallery to view newly improved areas.…

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Jun8
Event

Low-impact Exercises with Jim Berk

🕐 10:15 am – 11:30 am

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

Jim Berk hosts participants in person at CSZ for gentle stretching and exercises. Cost: $5.00 per person per session, payable…

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Jun8
Service

Minchah & Ma'ariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun9
Service

Morning Minyan with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:15 am

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun9
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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Jun9
Service

Minchah & Ma'ariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun10
Service

Morning Minyan with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:15 am

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun10
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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Jun10
Service

Minchah & Ma'ariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun10
Event

GenX and the Village at DCFC (Soccer)

🕐 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

📍 3201 Roosevelt St, Hamtramck, MI 48212

Join CSZ Gen Xers and Villagers for a great evening watching the Detroit City FC Soccer Team take on the…

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Jun10
Event

Hebrew Learning Group

🕐 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Are you interested in improving your Hebrew skills? Whether you want to better participate in Shabbat services or simply enjoy practicing conversational Hebrew in…

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Jun11
Service

Morning Minyan with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:15 am

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Thrilling Thrusdays
Jun11
Event

Thrilling Thursday

🕐 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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Jun11
Service

Minchah & Ma'ariv

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun12
Service

Morning Minyan with Breakfast

🕐 7:30 am – 8:15 am

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

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

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Jun12
Service

Kabbalat Shabbat

🕐 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm

📍 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan, 48034

Come join the CSZ Clergy and our warm, inviting community in the Bernstein Chapel to welcome the peace and beauty…

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Jun12
Service

Pride Shabbat

🕐 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Join CSZ Village on Friday night June 12th at 6:00 p.m. for Pride Shabbat, a welcoming and inclusive Kabbalat Shabbat…

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Jun12
Service

Candle lighting

🕐 8:53 pm – 8:53 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

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Jun12
Service

Candle lighting

🕐 8:53 pm – 8:53 pm

📍 Congregation Shaarey Zedek

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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.