High Holidays, Foodland Give Aloha, Message from our Board President
09/18/2025 02:13:34 PM
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Shanah Tovah! As we welcome the New Year together, I want to personally invite you to join us for Rosh Hashanah. This is a time for renewal, reflection, and community — and it’s not the same without you. We want to see you. We want you involved. Your presence and participation make our community stronger and more meaningful. And yes — we have food! Come share in the holiday spirit, and celebrate with friends, old and new. On behalf of the Board, I wish you and your loved ones a year filled with sweetness, health, and joy. We look forward to celebrating together. L’shanah Tovah Tikatevu, Jessica Pearl President of the Board
Tuesday, Sept 23 First Day Rosh Hashanah 9:30 AM · Morning Service 10:00–10:45 AM · Morning Prayers & Repetition of Amidah – led by Amichai Levitz 10:45–11:45 AM · Torah Service
11:00–12:00 PM · Family Service Welcome the new year with songs & stories led by Joshua Kalkstein & Jessica Pearl
For Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah services, see our full High Holidays Schedule at: mauijews.shulcloud.com
Cantor Amichai Levitz We are honored to welcome Cantor Amichai Levitz to the Jewish Congregation of Maui for the High Holidays. Born in Israel, Cantor Levitz spent part of his childhood in Los Angeles before returning to Israel for his high school years and military service. He proudly served three years in a combat unit in the IDF, where he also married his wife Yaffa. Together, they are raising four daughters: Noa, currently serving in a commanders course in a combat unit; Eden, entering 12th grade; Maayan, entering 8th grade; and Naomi, entering 5th grade. Amichai is the owner of A. Levitz Renovations Ltd., a Jerusalem-based contracting company he has run for nearly 20 years. His work in construction reflects his values of integrity, dedication, and craftsmanship—qualities that also shine through in his cantorial work. His musical and spiritual journey began as a young child, singing duets with his father during Shabbat and holiday services. His grandfather, Binyamin Glickman z”l, a renowned teacher and composer of Jewish liturgical music, was a profound influence and inspiration. With deep reverence for this legacy, Cantor Levitz feels privileged to carry on the tradition of heartfelt, soulful prayer. From his earliest experiences standing beside his father on the bimah, he learned to channel emotion and kavannah (intention) through music—an ability that continues to touch and elevate congregations today. Over the years, he has led High Holiday services in Maui, Cape Town, and across Israel, bringing warmth, tradition, and deep spiritual connection to every community he serves. As we enter this new year, Cantor Levitz invites us all to pray together and to pray for the hostages still suffering in Gaza and to pray for their safe return — עכשיו! May this be a year of peace, health, and joy for us all.
Need a ride from the West Side? We want you to join us. RSVP what day you would like to come and we will arrange transportation because we want you here. You don’t have to worry about the drive but will have company on the ride.
RSVP to the synagogue 808-874-5397, or email us: jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Since 1999, We have participated in the Give Aloha program with Foodland, which matches donations up to a certain percent. During the past 25 years, the Sullivan family, the owners of Foodland, have been a wonderful contributor to the Jewish Congregation of Maui.
It's easy to participate. All you have to do is go into your favorite Foodland and at the register, tell them you want to contribute to #77216 the Jewish Congregation of Maui! They do cap the donation at $249 per Makai member, but you can always donate more under a different Maikai number. These are easy to get from family members, friends or even people in line with you.
I also want to point out that there are some added benefits to contributing in this way. Not only are you eligible for a tax write off, but you can gain credit card miles/ rewards and Maikai points!
Thank you in advance for participating in the Give Aloha program. This has been a wonderful benefit for all of us that we hope to continue into the future.
Much Aloha, Larry Feinberg- past Board Member/ President and former Give Aloha Chairman.
- Yahrzeits Sept 14th – Sept 20th Baila Klein Alfred Levin Audrey Kaye Auguste Weil Benno Fischer Beverly Ruth Holstein David Louis Eileen Erman Gary Solondz Harry J. Cohn Irving Hershkowitz Leo Hans Hammerstein Mindi Rimmerman Murray Artman Robert Alan Bluh Ruth Deichman Ruth Schwab Samuel Sachs Sidney Rosoff Join us for services on Fridays to recite Mourner's Kaddish If you wish to have the Yahrzeit of a loved one added to the newsletter and mentioned during Shabbat service please contact jcmmauijews@gmail.com.
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Please join us for Midrash class on Mondays starting at 6:30pm and is being taught by Sam Shnider. Please look out for the sourcesheet in the upcoming days
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The mission of the Jewish Congregation of Maui is to support and inspire Jewish religious and cultural practices for Maui residents and visitors, provide and encourage Jewish education and life cycle services, and engage the Jewish community with religious services, classes, and events.
