Nonprofit
Published 8/11/25 8:00PM

Shabbat Service Leader

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Newton, MA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Friday afternoons - 1 hour volunteer shifts. Exact time varies by location.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Religion & Spirituality, Seniors & Retirement
    Age Requirement:
    16+

    Description

    Shabbat Service Leader

    Program Summary: We are looking for a volunteer, or small group of volunteers, to facilitate a Shabbat service on Friday afternoons. Exact time varies by campus: Brighton @ 1:15pm, Golda @ 4:30pm, Shillman @ 3:45pm, and Coleman @ 4pm. Most services last 45 min.

    Location(s): Multiple locations are available - volunteer will be assigned to one campus of their preference.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Prepare in advance content for the service including songs and prayer (A modified siddur will be provided).

    • Lead the service each week guiding residents to participate in the Shabbat songs and prayers.

    • Foster a sense of community among residents who attend.

    Impact Goal:

    • The volunteer will support residents to connect to their spirituality and gather as a community for a Shabbat service.

    Qualifications:

    • Volunteer must be 16 years and older for this position

    • Comfortable working with older adults

    • Experience leading a Jewish prayer service and comfortable facilitating

    • Able to respond to the needs of the Shabbat group

    • Open to serving an egalitarian group and fostering a welcoming environment.

    Schedule/Time Commitment: Fridays afternoons. Exact time varies by campus: Brighton @ 1:15pm, Golda @ 4:30pm, Shillman @ 3:45pm, and Coleman @ 4pm. Most services last 45 min. Volunteer must keep a regular schedule and commit to at least 3 months.

    Number of Volunteers: 1-4

    Benefits: Obtain experience working with older adults, cultivate new intergenerational friendships. Opportunity to practice and share in your spirituality. Provide a meaningful experience to our residents.

    Volunteer Supervisor: Director of Spiritual Care

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    Location

    On-site
    677 Winchester St, Newton, Massachusetts, US

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