BAR and BAT MITZVAH EXPERIENCE

BAR and BAT MITZVAH JOURNEY

Every family’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah journey is different and special. We invite your family to take that journey with us at MakomNY.

During their 7th grade year of Moadon, students begin weekly one-on-one study for Bar/Bat Mitzvah with Rabbi Bravo and our Educator Sherry Gutes, approximately eight months prior to the date of their service. During this time we also encourage and assist you in developing a Family Mitzvah project that will accompany your B’nai Mitzvah journey.

The Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation and service experience includes:

One-on-one preparation with the Rabbi and Educator
Service Officiation by Rabbi Bravo
Service booklet, prayer books or power point development
Musical accompaniment
Personalized siddur (prayer book), certificate and gift from the community
Additional elements available, including Cantorial usage, space and more

Where do we hold B'nai Mitzvah Services?

As a community without walls, we do programming and learning in multiple different spaces, all chosen carefully and with they eye for the sacred and the holy.

B'nai Mitzvah services are typically held in the beautiful sanctuary of the Bethpage Worship Center, the space where we hold most of our Friday evening Shabbat musical services, as well as many other programs. We have a beautiful Ark, Torah, bimah, and possible use of a modern Social Hall for a kiddush or celebration following the service, kiddush luncheon or full-blown celebration.

The entire Makom community looks forward to celebrating with you!

Students in need of a different kind of learning program are always welcome.
Please email Rabbi Bravo to discuss your wants and needs, and to arrange a time to meet.

Interested in celebrating a Bar or Bat Mitzvah in Israel?

MakomNY is proud to bring children and their families to Israel for Bar/Bat Mitzvah. We prepare the children to read Torah in advance of the journey, and we then celebrate being called to the Torah at the Kotel (the Western Wall).

Please email us if you are interested in learning more information.

B'nai Mitzvah Payment Details
Bar/Bat Mitzvah for MOADON School families: starting at $2,800 per student.

Additional elements may be added if desired (optional):

Bethpage Worship Center Rental and Security for Sanctuary: $575
Bethpage Worship Center Social Hall Rental and Security: TBD/varying prices, depending on length of rental

Deposit due of $500 when dates are assigned. Initial Payment Due at start of B'nai Mitzvah Tutoring; Final payments are due two months prior to the B'nai Mitzvah service.

Other Fees may apply based on individual needs and agreements.

Prices based on 2024 fees.

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