Moving quickly to respond to Omicron, the Covid variant now escalating in Suffolk County, the shul’s Board of Directors has voted to keep the synagogue open but is limiting in-person sanctuary attendance for all services and events to 5 people — 4 plus Rabbi Gadi. In this way, streaming on Zoom will continue to offer worshippers the sacred backdrop of our sanctuary with Rabbi Gadi in the pulpit without exposing our vulnerable population to the risk of disease.

The new restriction goes into effect for Shabbat services this weekend, Friday, Dec. 24, and will continue through Saturday, Feb. 1, at which time the situation will be re-evaluated.

This decision was reached after consultation with medical professionals and after protracted discussion at Sunday’s meeting of the Board of Directors.

Those wishing to attend in person must be vaccinated and masked, and must sign up in advance by emailing our office assistant at  ctigreenport@gmail.com . You will be notified if space is NOT available. Although Suffolk County is not yet requiring booster shots, they are strongly recommended for in-person participation.

We thank you for your patience as we endeavor to provide meaningful spiritual experiences without risk.

The Board of Directors
Judith K. Weiner, President