As the Jewish High Holiday season approaches, Chabad of Prescott wants to ensure that every member of Prescott’s Jewish community has a place to celebrate Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, regardless of affiliation. Services at Chabad of Prescott begin with Rosh Hashanah at sunset on Monday, September 22, 2025, continuing through Yom Kippur on October 1-2, 2025.
Chabad of Prescott’s services will include traditional melodies, spirited singing, engaging holiday sermons, bilingual prayer books, contemporary prayer explanations, and guidance for those unfamiliar with synagogue customs.
“Our user-friendly services create an enjoyable and meaningful experience for everyone from beginners to those well-versed in tradition,” adds Rabbi Filler, “We believe that when people feel welcomed and included, they discover the beauty and relevance of these ancient celebrations.”
The Jewish New Year Rosh Hashanah, begins at sundown Monday, September 22, 2025, and continues through nightfall Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The two-day celebration marks the beginning of the Jewish year 5786 and the High Holiday season. Central traditions include hearing the shofar (ram’s horn), sharing festive meals with symbolic foods like apples and honey, and prayers for a year of blessing and peace.
In addition to services following the first night, 6:00pm (September 22nd) services of Rosh Hashanah will be a community dinner.
On Tuesday the 23rd of September at 4:30pm following the morning services, will be a short Shofar Service at the Founding Fathers Collective, 218 N Granite St, Prescott, AZ 86301. All are welcome to join. There will be beer and special treats for the children.
About Yom Kippur: Known as the Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur is observed this year from sundown Wednesday, October 1, 2025 through nightfall Thursday, October 2, 2025. The holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur is a time for introspection, prayer, and seeking forgiveness for sins from the past year. Observed just 10 days after Rosh Hashanah, the day is marked by fasting, extended synagogue services, and the Yizkor memorial prayer honoring departed loved ones. For more info about the Jewish High Holidays, please visit Chabad.org/HighHolidays.
For service times, locations, or to reserve space, please visit JewishPrescott.org/rsvp or call 9283628924
