Birth

Celebrating one of life's greatest blessings
and welcoming your child into the community 

► Brit Milah or Bris 

According to Jewish tradition, baby boys are circumcised at the age of eight days. The ritual is called a Brit Milah or Bris. Rabbi Goldson helps new parents understand the meaning of this Jewish ritual and will help them find a Mohel or doctor who will perform the circumcision during a special service which Rabbi Goldson officiates.

► Baby Naming

Newborn girls are also welcomed into the covenant at a ceremony we refer to as a Baby Naming. In Hebrew, we call it a Brit Chayim (covenant of life) or a Simchat Bat (joy of a daughter). A special service is held during which the child is blessed and receives her Hebrew name. This service can be held at home or at the synagogue and many families choose to name their child at Shabbat services.