From streaming community services and joining youth programs to FAQs about worship to mahzors, tashlich, the UES Shofar in the Streets and more, this is your destination for all things worship.
Service Schedule and FAQs
Service Schedule
You can view the services and the schedule on our High Holidays streaming pages. We welcome the greater community to join our Main Services Livestream. Youth programs (listed below in gold) and clergy learning sessions are open only to member households. Members received passwords for these sessions on September 11. Please contact office@pasyn.org if you did not receive the email.
Please note: Youth programs and services have gold links. Download the materials for youth services.
FAQs - Services
Q: Are Park Avenue Synagogue High Holiday services in person or virtual this year?
A: Park Avenue Synagogue community High Holiday services are only online this year
Q: Who can participate in Park Avenue Synagogue community High Holiday services?
A: Our High Holiday Services will be open to everyone with internet access! You do not need to be a member to participate. Services will be livestreamed on Erev Rosh Hashanah, both days of Rosh Hashanah, Kol Nidrei, and Yom Kippur. You can find the full schedule above.
YFE services, Youth programs and the Kol Nidrei Schmoozes will be open only to members. Contact Rachel Zorbaron, Director of Membership, for more information.
Q: How can I watch the main services?
A: The main community service can be streamed on our website.
Q: When is Yizkor service?
A: The Yizkor service on Yom Kippur will be on Monday, September 28, at approximately 1:00 pm.
Q: What mahzor (prayer book) are you using for the High Holidays, and how can I get it?
A: PAS uses Mahzor Lev Shalem, published by the Rabbinical Assembly. Members can download a digital copy or request to borrow a physical version by contacting RACHEL ZORBARON. Physical mahzorim will be distributed in PAS tote bags with a few other High Holiday items during assigned dates and pick- up times ahead of the High Holidays. Due to demand, mahzorim and tote bags are only available for current PAS members. Those who are not members of Park Avenue Synagogue may purchase a digital copy of the mahzor from the Rabbinic Assembly
Q: Which clergy will be leading the services?
A: All Park Avenue Synagogue clergy will be participating in services
Q: Will services be happening in real time?
A: Yes, services will be happening in real time on Eastern Daylight Time. You can review the full schedule above.
Q: Will I be able to watch services after they are over?
A: They will be available to watch for a limited time on our High Holiday site after each service for those in other time zones or who may have missed the services.
FAQs - Youth Services and Rabbinic Programs
Q: Does Park Avenue Synagogue offer youth services?
A: Yes! We offer services and learning opportunities for newborns through grade 12. YFE services and Youth programs are open only to members. The Family Service on Yom Kippur will be open to all.
Q: How can I watch the youth services and Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur rabbinic learning opportunities?
A: Members will receive an email with links and passwords on Friday, September 11 and on Friday, September 18. If you do not receive these emails, please contact office@pasyn.org or the following people for Young Family services and Youth programs:
- Young Family Education, Jamie Diamond
- K–5 Services and Programming, Jennifer Stern Granowitz
- Teen Breakout Sessions, Rachel Sherman
The Yom Kippur Family Service and Yom Kippur learning opportunities will be open to all. You can find the links to them on our streaming site.
Q: How can I get a young family or youth mahzor?
A: If you are attending any of our youth services, download our mahzorim below. These beautifully illustrated prayer books are designed specifically for our community thanks to the generosity of David and Patty Silvers.
Young Family Services (Ages 0–5): Mahzor for Young Families
Family Services (Gr K–5): Mahzor for Youth
FAQs - Technical
Q: How can I prepare my device to stream the High Holidays services?
A: Before the holiday services, you can help avoid technical issues by installing any updates your device requires. If you plan to join any breakout sessions, download Zoom, install the program, and sign up for an account. Using a widely supported browser such as Firefox or Chrome can also help reduce potential compatibility issues, so downloading and installing one of them in advance can be helpful.
Q: My video is not playing. How do I fix it?
A: Common solutions to fix an unresponsive video player include:
- Quit your internet browser and reopen
- Restart your device
- Test your network connection and restart your modem/router if necessary
- Install any updates your device is suggesting, particularly your web browser
- Switch to a widely-supported web browser such as Firefox or Chrome
FAQs - Additional
Q: How can I get email updates about Park Avenue Synagogue?
A: You can sign up for e-newsletters below. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and complete the fields to sign up.
Q: I’ve read the full FAQ, and my question is still not answered.
A: We want to help you! Contact Rachel Zorbaron, Director of Membership, during regular business hours. If you need assistance during the High Holidays, please contact our main office at 212-369-2600 or office@pasyn.org. We will have support available during the services.
High Holiday Mahzors
Hold the Book!
Let's get ready for the High Holidays together! High Holiday Mahzorim are available to PAS members in two forms: a digital link and a physical mahzor. Members can download a digital copy or request to borrow a physical version by contacting RACHEL ZORBARON. Physical mahzorim will be distributed in PAS tote bags with a few other High Holiday items during assigned dates and pick- up times ahead of the High Holidays. Due to demand, mahzorim and tote bags are only available for current PAS members. Those who are not members of Park Avenue Synagogue may purchase a digital copy of the mahzor from the Rabbinic Assembly
At PAS, we strive to make prayer accessible to everyone of all ages. If you are attending any of our youth services, download our mahzorim below. These beautifully illustrated prayer books are designed specifically for our community thanks to the generosity of David and Patty Silvers.
Young Family Services (Ages 0–5): Mahzor for Young Families
Family Services (Gr K–5): Mahzor for Youth
Materials for Youth Programs
Participate!
We encourage you to use the following age-appropriate materials to supplement your child’s virtual High Holiday experience. Each activity will assist in guiding your child through the main service in a fun and engaging way!
Gr K–5 Bingo
Click to generate your unique bingo board so you can play along with the service! We encourage you to print out your preferred number of boards in preparation for the high holidays. You can use stickers to mark your bingo board!
Generate your board
Gr 6–7 Fantasy League: High Holiday Edition
In preparation for the high holidays, print out these fantasy league cards and instructions to play along with the service! You will get the opportunity to select your fantasy clergy players and cheer them on throughout their leading of tefillot!
Download the card
Get further directions during the Gr 6–7 morning sessions at 9:15 am before joining the main services at 10:00 am. Go to the High Holidays streaming site to watch the services.
Watch Jonah and Have a Whale of a Time!
PAS Congregational School teachers perform the story of Jonah and the whale in rhyme. Watch and share a lesson you learned from this version of the story with a family member or friend.
Watch Video
Shofar in the Streets
East Side Sounds
Sun / Sep 22 / 4:00 pm
E 87th Street & Madison Avenue
E 90th Street & 5th Avenue
From Seward Park to East 96th Street the East Side Synagogues will sound the shofar together. Listen from your windows and balconies or meet us on the streets. Please wear your masks and maintain social distance.
Honoring the Deceased
Virtual Kever Avot
As we prepare for the High Holidays, we remember those we have lost - whether this year, or in years prior. Although it may not be possible to safely visit the cemetery, set aside some time to recall your loved ones with the following video as Rabbi Zuckerman leads us through the ritual of kever avot. May their memories be for a blessing.
Atonement
Virtual Tashlich
Tashlich is a moment to think about the mistakes of the past – and let them go through the symbolic tossing of bread into the water. By releasing our feelings of shame or guilt, we create the space needed to become our best selves.
Watch this video as Rabbi Witkovsky and Cantor Brook take you through an easy step-by-step process for how to participate in Tashlich this year from wherever you are. Don't forget your breadcrumbs!
OnSite Ark Visit
Take a moment for prayer and reflection in the Eli M. Black Lifelong Learning Center Chapel by scheduling a private five-minute appointment for you and your household. Please observe all recommended safety practices to protect yourself, your loved ones, and our staff!
