High Holidays
Community Commitment and High Holiday Forms
This year, we have combined the Community Commitment and High Holiday forms into one convenient form. We encourage you to complete it as soon as possible to help us prepare for the upcoming High Holiday season and ensure we have the information we need for your household.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our Agudas Achim community. We look forward to celebrating the High Holidays with you!
High Holiday Honors – Coming Soon!
Please register for an honor using the links above.
High Holiday Service Schedule
(Please note that the schedule is subject to change)
Saturday, September 5 – Selichot
- 8 p.m. | Ma’ariv, Havdalah and Selichot Service
Friday, September 11- Erev Rosh Hashanah
- 6 p.m. | Minha/Ma’ariv in the Cohen Sanctuary
Saturday, September 12 – Rosh Hashanah Day 1
- 8:30 a.m. | Yom Tov Morning Service in the Cohen Sanctuary
- 6 p.m. | Minha/Ma’ariv in the Flax Chapel
Sunday, September 13 – Rosh Hashanah Day 2
- 8:30 a.m. | Yom Tov Morning Service in the Cohen Sanctuary
- 10:40 a.m. | All Shofar Orchestra
- 6 p.m. | Tashlich
- 7 p.m. | Minha/Ma’ariv in the Flax Chapel
Saturday, September 19 – Shabbat Shuva
- 9:30 a.m. | Shabbat Morning Service in Cohen Sanctuary
Sunday, September 20 – Memorial Services
- 10 a.m. | Memorial Service at the Agudas Achim Cemetery
Sunday, September 20 -Erev Yom Kippur
- 6:30 p.m. | Minha
- 6:45 p.m. | Kol Nidre in the Cohen Sanctuary
Monday, September 21 – Yom Kippur
- 9 a.m. | Yom Tov Morning Service in the Cohen Sanctuary
- 2 p.m. | Yizkor
- 4:30 p.m. | Mincha & Ne’ilah Service in the Cohen Sanctuary
- 7:50 p.m. | Final Shofar Blast
Yom Kippur Limmud Sessions
- 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Session One
- 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. | Session Two
Youth, Teen & Family Services- Coming Soon
To deepen these relationships and connections between our children and our tradition, we offer a wide variety of programs for the littlest members of our community to our teens. Whether you want to participate in our Young Families tent service, need babysitting, or want your teen to explore the themes of the High Holy Days with their peers, we have something for you.
High Holiday Volunteer Opportunities
Start the new year off right by doing a mitzvah! Whether you want create a welcoming environment for everyone coming to shul for the High Holidays or flex your muscles by setting up the tent in the Sukkah Courtyard, we have an opportunity for you.
High Holiday Ushers Needed
Click here to be a Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur Usher
Fulfill the mitzvah of hachnasat orchim (welcoming guests) by volunteering to be an usher for the High Holidays. Click the links above to sign up for a shift (or multiple shifts) for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Prepare for Sukkot/Simhat Torah
Sukkot may be a little ways away, but it’s never too early to start preparing for Sukkot. Make sure to order your lulavim and etrogim by clicking the link above.
A High Holiday Greeting From the President
High Holy Days 5787/2026
Happy New Year!
On behalf of the Board, my family, and myself, I look forward to joining each of you in reflection and celebration during this High Holiday season. As in years past, we will offer our traditional in-person services, along with dedicated programming for children and families, and the continuation of our virtual service option to ensure everyone can participate in a meaningful way.
I encourage every member of our community to consider taking part in the High Holiday honors – whether that means reading from the Torah, receiving an Aliyah, offering an English reading, or opening the ark. These opportunities enrich our experience and strengthen our shared connection. More details will be shared soon on how you can sign-up.
For many of us, the High Holidays are a time to return to synagogue, reconnect with friends, and fulfill our spiritual needs. While these moments may feel effortless, they are made possible by the dedicated efforts of our clergy, staff, Board, committee members, and countless volunteers. I offer my heartfelt thanks to everyone who helps bring this sacred season to life.
May the coming year be one of health, joy, and sweetness for you and your loved ones.
L’Shana Tova U’Metukah,
Michael Drobnis
President
