The Orthodox Union is pleased to invite your Ba’alei Tefillah to participate in a special, interactive free webinar series. This program, the first of its kind, is designed to serve and support those who assume the responsibility of inspiring and leading the Jewish people to connect with Hakadosh Baruch Hu on the most important days of the year. The sentiments in the Hineni prayer remind us of the extraordinary potential of Ba’alei Tefillah, to transform what could be empty ritual by the Mispallelim into true Avodah she-Balev, with melodies and passion that open the gates of Heaven.
The OU has assembled luminaries in a specially-designed series for Ba’alei Tefillah as the Yamim Nora’im approach who will offer insight on subjects that are directly relevant to Chazzanim. All Chazzanim for any part of Yamim Noraim davening are welcome, including those leading secondary or smaller Minyanim. Timing has been chosen to welcome participants living in different time zones, and sessions will be recorded and made available as a permanent resource.
Often, even one special moment on the Yamim Noraim can make a difference in a person’s life. We hope you will join us to help generate awareness, accuracy, and inspiration that can create life-changing experiences.
Monday evening, September 2, 8 pm EDT, (1 hour) Rav Hershel Schachter Halakhic —Guidance for the Sheliach Tzibbur
Sunday evening, September 8, 8 pm EDT (1 hour) Chazzan Yitzy Spinner — Guidance for Proper Nusach and Tune Choices
Sunday, September 15, 8 pm EDT (1 hour) Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman — Thoughts from Congregants About Best Practices for a Ba`al Tefillah
Sunday, September 22, (TBA) (1 hour) (Inspiration for the Chazzan) Rabbi Mordechai Willig – Diveri Hisorerus and Advice on Maintaining Kavannah at the Amud Charlie Harary – Divrei Hisorerus – Final thoughts Before Rosh Hashanah