High Holiday Family Services
Bring your family to celebrate Rosh Hashanah and observe Yom Kippur. Services in person and online: Saturday, September 12 and Monday, September 21.
Time & Location
Sep 12, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT – Sep 21, 2026, 12:30 PM PDT
Epworth United Methodist Church, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
About
Join us for High Holiday Family Services.
Register early, space is limited.
When: Rosh Hashanah Family Service - Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 9:00 am - 9:45 am PT. Yom Kippur Family Service - Monday, September 21, 2026, from 9:00 - 9:45 am PT.
In-person hands-on activities to follow in the youth room.
Where: Epworth United Methodist Church and online via Zoom.
Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of whether you are located in the Bay Area. We warmly encourage you to invite family and friends from out of town to join us online, so they can share in the experience from wherever they are.
Who: We offer welcoming family services just for kids under 9 and their families!
We welcome all: interfaith, intercultural, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodiversity, low-income, single parents, grandparents, Jew-ish, Jews by choice, non-Jews, cultural and secular Jews.
What to Expect: Our engaging, family-focused services include captivating stories, fun songs, and simple yet heartfelt prayers. We warmly welcome everyone, regardless of prior knowledge or experience with Jewish traditions!
After the services, head to the youth room for a variety of hands-on activities and creative crafts for children of all ages.
Donation-Based Services: We ask that each family donate $40 per family service you wish to attend.
Our services are entirely supported by the generous, tax-deductible donations from attendees. We believe it's important to keep our services financially accessible. While we suggest a donation, please note that it does not fully cover the costs of facilities, materials, and dedicated staff. We encourage you to contribute whatever amount you can to help us continue welcoming everyone. No one will be turned away due to a lack of funds.
Registration: Register to attend in-person or virtual services at Epworth United Methodist Church.
You can indicate your preference during registration but don't need to decide now. A link to the virtual services will be sent via email two weeks before the service.
Accessibility: Epworth United Methodist Church is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
For special accommodations, please email us at info@jewishgateways.org. We will provide masks and space for social distancing for those concerned about COVID-19 who wish to attend in person.
Schedule: Please view the full schedule below (be sure to click “see all”) for all services, events, and family-friendly activities.
Please join us for our evening or day Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services!
If you have any questions about our services or registering, please email info@jewishgateways.org.
Schedule
45 minutesRosh Hashanah Family Service
Epworth Church
2 hoursRosh Hashanah Activities
Epworth Church
Register
Rosh Hashanah Family: Sept. 12
Sale ends
Sep 12, 9:30 AM PDT
We suggest a $40 donation from each family for every service they attend. This contribution helps support our services, though it doesn't cover all expenses. We appreciate your generosity, which ensures that everyone is welcome, regardless of their financial situation. Thank you for being part of our community!
$+Ticket service fee
Yom Kippur Family: Sept. 21
Sale ends
Sep 21, 9:30 AM PDT
We suggest a $40 donation from each family for every service they attend. This contribution helps support our services, though it doesn't cover all expenses. We appreciate your generosity, which ensures that everyone is welcome, regardless of their financial situation. Thank you for being part of our community!
$+Ticket service fee
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