Chizuk Amuno Congregation

We are a synagogue community guided by the rabbinic teaching, “The world is sustained by three things: Torah, Avodah (worship), and Gemilut Hasadim (acts of lovingkindness). We fulfill our vision of synagogue life through life long learning, in celebration and worship, and by community service and programs.

Chizuk Amuno Congregation is a diverse community of individuals and families, adults and children. We strive to offer Jewish resources for all who participate with us and we embrace all who wish to affiliate with us. As a dynamic and historic center for Conservative Judaism in Baltimore, we proudly honor the practices of traditional Judaism and the needs of contemporary Jews.

Chizuk Amuno is a founding member of the Conservative movement, the Jewish Theological Seminary, and United Synagogue of America. We are part of the Seaboard Region of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

Our Sacred Community During These Difficult Times
During difficult times in our lives, sacred community is most precious. This is certainly true these days. As all of us feel the impact of the current economic recession, we in the Chizuk Amuno community are present for one another, sharing empathy and caring.

We are very aware that members of our congregation face significant challenges. These are anxious days for us all. As a synagogue community, we exist to provide emotional and spiritual support, and to offer guidance and assistance whenever we can. All of us want to make sense out of the challenges we face and the Jewish identity we cherish.

If we can be helpful to you in any way regarding your synagogue membership or school tuitions, please do contact us. As well, if you are aware of someone in our synagogue family who may need assistance, please help us assist them. All Chizuk Amuno member and school families can take comfort in knowing that they will be able to continue participating with us.

Together we seek to be a Kehilah Kedoshah, a sacred community. As individuals and families, we can find meaning for our lives through our studies of Torah; our shared experiences in Avodah, worship and celebration; and participation in community and performing acts of loving kindness, Gemilut Hasadim.

Kol Amuno Online
The June-July issue of Kol Amuno is now available online, click here to view this month's issue.

Donate Online
We are pleased to announce a new feature to our website. You are now able to make contributions to several funds at Chizuk Amuno from the comfort of your home. We invite you to take advantage of this new convenient option. As always, we are grateful for your ongoing generosity and support.
Please click here to make a contribution.

Chizuk Amuno Kashrut Policy
To read the most recent kashrut policy click here.

Eupdate & Bereavement List
Chizuk Amuno sends out weekly e-mails. E-update is Chizuk Amuno Congregation’s weekly notice including Shabbat times, upcoming events, and other announcements. Occasionally we also send out e-mails regarding program cancellations and closings.

We also have a bereavement listserv, indicating funeral and shivah information.

If you are interested in the e-updates or bereavement notices (or both), please send an e-mail to info@chizukamuno.org including your full name and indicating which e-mails you would like to receive. Also, if you are a school parent, but are not receiving a weekly e-mail from Goldsmith Early Childhood Education Center, Krieger Schechter Day School, or Rosenbloom Religious School, please e-mail info@chizukamuno.org so that we can make sure you are getting the information you need.

Please note, in order to keep our records up to date, we request that you send us your e-mail address so that we can reach you regarding urgent matters, regardless of whether or not you choose to receive our updates.

Please also remember to update your contact information if you change your address, phone number, or e-mail address.

If you would like to be added to either or both of these lists, fill in the box below with your e-mail address.

To assure receipt of the e-Updates and Bereavement notices, please add info@chizukamuno.org to your address book.

Summer Shul at Chizuk
Shabbat Mornings July 4, 11, 18, 25, and August 1
Services begin 9:15 a.m.
Join us for Summer Shul at Chizuk Amuno!
(Shabbat mornings in July and on August 1)
Shabbat Morning Services will be held in the Krieger Auditorium creating an intimate and relaxed prayer environment.

sun Synagogue members will lead our services, read Torah, and deliver Divrei Torah, supported by Rabbis Shulman and Wechsler, and Hazzan Perlman.
During Summer Shul everyone is encouraged to dress casually…
…and appropriately, for Shabbat Services.
Families and friends, adults and children of all ages are most welcome to share in the warm mood of Summer Shul.

Summer Shul will conclude on August 1 with a Summer Shul Picnic and afternoon of activities following services.

Candle Lighting Times

July 3	8:19 p.m.
July 10	8:18 p.m.
July 17	8:13 p.m.
July 24	8:08 p.m.
July 31	8:01 p.m.

July 2009 | Tammuz 5769

Friday, July 3 | Tammuz 11
5:50 p.m. Minhah
6:00 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat

Shabbat, July 4 | Tammuz 12
9:15 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
Summer Shul
TORAH PORTION: HUKKAT-BALAK, NUMBERS 19:1-25:9
D’var Torah by Steven David
No Family Service

7:00 p.m. Study Session
8:00 p.m. Minhah/Ma’ariv
9:04 p.m. Havdalah

Friday, July 10 | Tammuz 18
5:50 p.m. Minhah
6:00 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat

Shabbat, July 11 | Tammuz 19
9:15 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
Summer Shul
TORAH PORTION: PINHAS, NUMBERS 25:10-30:1
D'var Torah by Maury Garten
            No Family Service

7:00 p.m. Study Session
8:00 p.m. Minhah/Ma'ariv
9:02 p.m. Havdalah