The Yizkor service
The Yizkor service is one of the highlights of the liturgical year at Shelter Rock. Intended both to be solemn and uplifting, the service features a series of introductory readings, an opportunity for individuals to recite their own Yizkor prayers, and the cantor’s formal chanting of the El Malei Rachamim prayer for all of our departed. Additions include a special prayer for the victims of the Shoah and other Jewish martyrs, a prayer for the fallen soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces, and a special prayer for American service women and men who have given their lives in the defense of our country. The service ends with a communal chanting of the Twenty-Third Psalm and the Mourner’s Kaddish.
This year we chant the Yizkor service
Yom Kippur, October 12, 2024
Shemini Atzeret, October 24, 2024
Eighth day of Passover, April 20, 2025
Second day of Shavout, June 3, 2025
The annual Yizkor booklet is prepared in advance of the High Holidays and is a way for families to memorialize their departed. This year’s book will be available before Yom Kippur.
To view the 2023-2024 Yizkor booklet for last year’s entries please click HERE.
In addition, to order a memorial plaque to be placed either in our Main Sanctuary or NHPJC Small Chapel, please click HERE and contact the office.