In that day the Branch of the Lord shall be beautiful and glorious; and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and appealing for those of Israel who have escaped.
                 Isaiah 4:2

 

A Messianic Jewish Congregation

Our congregation's name, "Tsemach Adonai," is Hebrew for "Branch (or shoot) of the Lord," as referred to in Isaiah 4:2:

"In that day the Branch of the L-rd shall be beautiful and glorious; and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and appealing for those of Israel who have escaped."

Kehilat Tsemach Adonai is one of a growing worldwide family of Messianic Jewish kehilot that serve Yeshua HaMashiach (Hebrew name for Jesus, the Messiah).

Messianic Judaism rekindles the spirit of the first century Jewish community of Nazarenes, who followed Yeshua and believed in him as the long-awaited One. Messianic Judaism is a Torah-based Judaism grounded in the Bible.

 

Purim 2007

February 27, Tuesday: Read up on the customs related to Purim. Your local Jewish community will often have a carnival type party on the Sunday closest to Purim--call the nearest Jewish Community Center to find out. Then check out the party (don't forget to dress up)

February 28, Wednesday: Read the Megilat Esther (the book of Esther) then make a batch of hamantaschen (recipe in any Jewish cookbook or online) or your favorite Purim specialty. Create gift bags of these treats to give to your neighbors and friends (don't forget to save some to bring to the Tsemach Adonai Purim gathering Sunday.)March 1, Thursday evening through Friday evening: join in the Fast of Esther (tsom tov)March2, Friday Make a contribution to your favorite local charity.

March 2, Friday evening: Erev Shabbat at home. Be sure to invite someone to share portions with.March 3, Saturday: Join us for Sharcharit and stay til evening basking in the fellowship of those who come to receive and give from and to the Lord

March 4, Sunday: (10:00 to help set up and get organized): Be at Tsemach Adonai no later than 10:30 dressed up, grogger in hand ready to participate in the rreading of Megilat Ester. Bring food and hamataschen for a potluck lunch. Re-enactment of the megillah by both adults and children after lunch.