The holiday of Passover (Pesach) celebrates the Israelites’ liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt and the journey to freedom. The holiday is marked by the retelling of the Exodus story at the Seder, the eating of matzah, and traditions that emphasize memory, gratitude, and the enduring value of freedom.
Passover begins on Wednesday night, April 1, 2026 and continues through Thursday, April 9, 2026.
THE SEARCH FOR CHAMETZ
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
A formal search for leaven (Bedikat Chametz) is conducted the night before Pesach. This symbolizes the final removal of any forbidden products for Pesach. Before the search, it is customary to deposit small pieces of bread (ten pieces, according to kabbalistic lore) in strategic places so the inspection should have a purpose. It is traditionally carried out by candlelight, with a feather and a wooden spoon to collect them. All this is set aside until the morning. Why do we use a candle? “The spirit of man is the lamp of God, searching all the inward parts.”(Proverbs 20:27)
MECHIRAT CHAMETZ (SELLING OF CHAMETZ)
The Bible instructs that in observing Pesach, all leaven must be removed from one’s home, but after special considerations, rabbinic authorities instituted a legal fiction: to appoint the rabbi as your agent, transfer the Chametz to the rabbi, who in turn sells it to a non-Jew. And to fulfill the Mitzvah of Ma’ot Chitim – tzedakah to help feed the hungry, we make a donation at the time of selling the Chametz. Contributions via checks made out to B’nai Torah with ‘Sale of Chametz’ in the memo or online (CLICK HERE) will be donated to The Jacobson Family Food Pantry in cooperation with The Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services.
CHAMETZ TRANSFER TO RABBI MOLINE
Please complete the declaration via one of the followings ways:
Fill out the online form, click here
or
Download the form here and bring into the synagogue
or
Pick up in-person and drop-off at the front office.
Please turn in by March 31, 2026 by Noon.
Passover 5786 Seder
Join us for a fun, interactive and musical Passover experience!
Led by Rabbi Susman and Naomi Gordon.
Adult and child-friendly buffet menu of Passover favorites.
Members: $50 Adult | $25 Child (under 12) | Free under 2 yo
Guests: $65 Adult | $30 Child (under 12) | Free under 2 yo
Join us for a traditional, meaningful and musical Passover Seder experience
with Rabbi Moline, Cantor Fishman, Rabbi Epelbaum, Rabbi Susman and Maestro Adaddi.
Includes full-service, catered dinner & a choice of fine wine
Members: $140 Adult | $60 Child (under 12) | Free under 2 yo
Guests: $155 Adult | $75 Child (under 12) | Free under 2 yo
Passover 5786 Services Schedule
Start of Passover (Seder Night 1)
Wednesday, April 1
8:00 am – Siyum B’Chor Service for First Born Males – Following Morning Minyan
5:30 pm – Mincha & Festival Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
First Day of Passover (Seder Night 2)
Thursday, April 2
8:45 am – Festival Morning Service (Sanctuary)
In-person and livestream
5:00 pm – Young Family Seder (Weiner Cultural Center)
5:30 pm – Mincha & Festival Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
7:00 pm – Traditional Seder (Ballroom)
Second Day of Passover
Friday, April 3 (Erev Shabbat)
8:45 am – Festival Morning Service (Sanctuary)
In-person and livestream
5:45 pm – Mincha & Festival Ma’ariv Services (Weiner Cultural Center)
In-person and Zoom
Third Day of Passover
Saturday, April 4 (Shabbat)
8:45 am – Shabbat & Festival Morning Service (Sanctuary)
In-person and livestream
7:45 pm – Shabbat Mincha and Ma’ariv Services & Havdalah (Glassman Chapel)
Fourth Day of Passover
Sunday, April 5 (Chol HaMoed)
8:45 am – Morning Minyan Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
5:30 pm – Mincha & Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
Fifth Day of Passover
Monday, April 6 (Chol HaMoed)
8:00 am – Morning Minyan Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
5:30 pm – Mincha & Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
Sixth Day of Passover
Tuesday, April 7 (Chol HaMoed)
8:00 am – Morning Minyan Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
5:30 pm – Mincha & Festival Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
Seventh Day of Passover
Wednesday, April 8
8:45 am – Festival Morning Service (Sanctuary)
In-person and Livestream
5:30 pm – Festival Mincha & Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom
Eighth Day of Passover
Thursday, April 9
8:45 am – Festival Morning Service & Yizkor (Sanctuary)
In-person and Livestream
7:45 pm – Festival Mincha & Ma’ariv Services (Glassman Chapel)
In-person and Zoom