For those remembering loved ones
Jewish tradition urges us to gather four times annually for yizkor (“remembrance”), a special memorial service. This service occurs on Yom Kippur afternoon, at the end of Sukkot, the last day of Pesach (Passover), and Shavuot. This tradition coincides with the Three Pilgrimage Festivals and the most sacred day of our calendar (Yom Kippur). Coming together four times a year with others and remembering a close loved one is a tradition followed by many over the generations.
As we approach our most holy season, you can honor and remember your loved ones by listing them in our High Holy Day Yizkor Memorial Book. The book will be available during Yizkor services on Yom Kippur afternoon (Saturday, October 12 at 5:30 p.m.) or for digital download as a PDF prior to Yom Kippur.
To participate, please complete the submission form HERE.
If you participated in the past, personalized emails were sent with information on how to participate again this year.
Submissions must be received by Wednesday, September 25 to be included in the 2024 Yizkor Book.
If you have questions, please email memorialbook@kolemeth.net.
Remembering your loved one throughout the year
Yizkor service will also be observed at TKE on:
- Sukkot, Thursday, October 24, 7:30 p.m.
- Passover, Saturday, April 19, 2025, 10:30 p.m. at Shabbat morning service
- Shavuot, Sunday, June 1, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
We remember your loved one on their Yahrzeit (the anniversary of their passing) at our Shabbat evening service preceding the Yahrzeit date. We want to keep you informed of these upcoming observances; however, due to inconsistencies with mail delivery, we have transitioned to email notification. We will send you a reminder via email to let you know of the upcoming Yahrzeit approximately 2-3 weeks ahead and call you on the Tuesday ahead with a final reminder. We are always willing to accommodate your schedule by shifting the reading of the name to better allow you to be in attendance. If you have any questions about a Yahrzeit observance, please contact the office at 770-973-3533 or email Rachel Barich.
