We are excited to announce that Shomrei has been accepted into this year’s Synagogue Vegan Challenge, sponsored by the Jewish Animal Advocacy organization, Shamayim. (more…)
Kol Emunah Blog
Rabbi Julie’s sermon, “Looks Who Thinks He’s So Humble – Moses”
We are nearing the end of Moses’ life, and I can’t help but think, if I were to be asked to officiate at Moses’ funeral, what would I say in his eulogy? (more…)
This sermon, “The Connected Critic” by Rabbi Justus Baird was delivered at Congregation Shomrei Emunah in Montclair, N.J. on Yom Kippur 5786 (Oct 2, 2025). (more…)
Congregants Fern Heinig and Dale Russakoff are active participants in Social Action at Shomrei. Fern Heinig is a frequent volunteer cooking for Shomrei’s MESH Cafe and spearheaded Shomrei’s first annual Mitzvah Day last year in 2024. Dale Russakoff is the organizer of Shomrei’s Mensch Squad and chairs the Board of Family Promise. (more…)
Rabbi Julie’s sermon, “Days of Awe” for Kol Nidre, 5786, October 1, 2025 (more…)