Shabbat

United Hebrew Congregation has long been a leader in nurturing the traditions of Reform Judaism as a meaningful expression of Jewish life. At the heart of our Congregation, services uplift, reaffirm, and connect us to Judaism and to each other, inviting full and spirited participation and fostering a deep sense of belonging for all. We seek to create a spiritually satisfying worship experience within an inspiring environment. Services include a diverse range of prayers and music, including contemporary and traditional melodies.

We welcome you and your family! Come for Shabbat. Celebrate a holiday. Try out our different styles and offerings – you’re sure to find one that speaks to you.

All services, except for Tot Shabbat, may be livestreamed.

Shabbat Evening

Our Shabbat evening service, held each Friday in the Millstone Sanctuary, features familiar rituals and melodies and expresses the warmth and kindness of our congregation. Service often includes a sermon or presentation by one of our rabbis or a special guest.

Schedule
(For full schedule, visit the calendar)

May 22 – September 4, 2026: 6 p.m. Shabbat Service
September 18, 2026: 6:30 p.m. Shabbat Service

The first Friday of the month: adult and child birthday blessings and Dessert Oneg following the service
The third Friday of the month: anniversary blessings and Shabbat Nosh preceding the service

Kulanu Shabbat

All Included, Folk Rooted, Voices Lifted Shabbat Service. Kulanu (meaning “all of us”) is an intimate and musical alternative Shabbat service, accompanied by an all-string folk band. There will be drinks, dessert, and time to connect after the service.

Tot Shabbat

This half-hour service is just right for our youngest members, ages zero to six. These services are held during the school year in the Spielberg Chapel. All Tot Shabbats begin at 5:30 pm

Upcoming dates:
Friday, August 14, 2026
Friday, October 16, 2026
Friday, November 20, 2026
Friday, December 18, 2026
Friday, January 15, 2027
Friday, February 19, 2027
Friday, March 19, 2027
Friday, April 16, 2027
Friday, May 21, 2027

Shabbat Morning

Torah Study

Saturdays, 9–10 a.m.

Each Shabbat morning, we gather to study the week’s Torah portion. Torah Study is led by our clergy. No prior experience with Torah is necessary; just come as you are, with an open mind! They are held both in person and via Zoom.

Shabbat Morning Service

Our 10:00 a.m. Shabbat morning service often includes a Bar or Bat Mitzvah celebration and other life-cycle celebrations. The service is led by one or both of our Rabbis and includes the reading of Torah and Haftarah. If there are two b’nai mitzvah then services are generally at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Please call the synagogue office, 314-469-0700 or view our Shabbat calendar to confirm the time of the service.

Kaddish is offered at ALL of our Shabbat services, except for Tot Shabbat, for anyone who would like to commemorate a loved one.

Family Shabbat

Our family Shabbat morning services are “camp style.” Students from our religious school participate in the service with their class. These services begin at 10 am in the main sanctuary.

Upcoming Dates
Friday, October 2, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Saturday, January 23, 2027
Saturday, February 6, 2027
Saturday, March 6, 2027
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Saturday, May 8, 2027

Additional Shabbat offerings

Several times during the year, classes are held as a series or as a single session to discuss a current event or relevant topic.