Welcome to
Mekor Habracha
Center City Synagogue
Located at 1500 Walnut St. (entrance on SW side of 15th St.)
Suite 206 (2nd floor)
Israel at War - What We Can Do
Rabbi Hirsch's letter to the Mekor community
Read Rabbi Hirsch's latest Substack article here
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Shabbat Parshat Vayeishev/Mevarchim Chodesh Tevet
26 Kislev 5784 December 8-9, 2023
Friday, Dec 8
4:17 pm Candle Lighting
4:20pm Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat/Maariv
followed by Chanukah Dinner (RSVP to mekorhabracha@gmail.com)
Saturday, Dec 9
9:15am Morning services, followed by Kiddush
10:00am Women's Torah Reading
10:20am MekorKids Mini-Minyan
10:40am MekorKids Shabbat Club
12:15pm Mincha (Following Kiddush)
5:10pm Maariv & Havdalah
5:20pm Shabbat Ends
Shabbat Shalom!
Mishebeirach List
Add a name and we will say a Mishebeirach prayer for someone who is ill.
Mekor Daily Minyan & Weekday Events
To confirm weekday services, RSVP to mekorhabracha@gmail.com
Weekday morning and evening services are followed by a brief halacha insight from Rabbi Hirsch (Hilchot Shabbat in the morning, Hilchot Tefilla in the evening)
Friday morning services and brief halacha insight are followed by a parsha class by Rabbi Hirsch
Sunday, Dec 10 - Friday, Dec 15
Sunday 8:30am Shacharit
Monday 6:45am Shacharit
Tuesday Rosh Chodesh Tevet 6:45am Shacharit
6:30pm Ma'ariv & Candle lighting, followed by Dottie's Donuts and
Rabbi Hirsch's Chanukah Class: Having it All: Yosef & the Meaning of Chanukah
Wednesday 6:45am Shacharit
Friday 6:55am Shacharit
Weekday Maariv 6:30 pm
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Our CommunityMekor Habracha is a dynamic and inclusive congregation located in Center City, Philadelphia. Our membership is characterized by its diversity, representing individuals from all corners of the city. We warmly welcome visitors, whether they are local residents or from out-of-town.
Since its establishment in 2007, the Shul has drawn a diverse array of individuals, spanning students, young professionals, newlyweds, families, and empty nesters. We provide a wide spectrum of religious, educational, and social activities, along with numerous opportunities for community members to actively engage and participate. Continue Reading |
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Our Rabbi
Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch
Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch has led the remarkable growth of our community since its inception. In his books, articles, sermons and classes, he connects the lessons of the Torah portion and Jewish holidays with insights for everyday life, emphasizing the Torah’s eternal relevance for Jews of all backgrounds. Continue Reading
Rabbi Hirsch's Drashot & Classes (recorded on weekdays)
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Mekor Habracha is a vibrant, warm, welcoming synagogue, which celebrates the richness of Torah and Jewish tradition, and the joy of friendship and community. Mekor Habracha is an extraordinary shul experience; please visit us and see for yourself!
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