Shabbat Havurah
Warm, Musical, Community Friday Night Services
Celebrate Friday Night with Neshamah
Shabbat Services in Boca Raton & Delray Beach
At The Neshamah Institute, Friday night Shabbat services feel like coming home. We blend beautiful Jewish tradition with joyful music, meaningful teachings, and a community that embraces families at every level of Jewish knowledge and observance.
Inclusive & Joyful Experience
Looking for a warm, welcoming place to celebrate Shabbat with your family?
You’ll find inspiration, comfort, and connection here—whether you’re new to Shabbat or deeply rooted in Jewish tradition.
New to Shabbat? Perfect. We’ll help you feel comfortable from your first candle lighting to your first “Shabbat Shalom.”
Raising Jewish kids? Our family-friendly services make Shabbat engaging and accessible for children while spiritually nourishing for adults.
Interfaith family? You’re welcome here. We celebrate the diversity that strengthens our community.
No membership fees. No pressure. Just authentic Jewish community in South Florida.
Celebrate with Neshamah
Join us for Shabbat services and discover why families across Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and beyond are making Friday nights sacred again.
Cost: There is no charge to attend Shabbat services. Neshamah operates on a suggestion donation-based model – give what feels right for you and your family.
Suggested Donation: Adult $18, Family $45, Child $5
Fridays at 6:30 PM
19140 Lyons Road, Boca Raton, FL 33434
Click on dates below to RSVP
Open to the public, no membership required. Virtual access available.
Serving Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Deerfield Beach & South Florida.
See Neshamah Shabbat in action.
A Shabbat Experience Like No Other
Each month, we gather to pause, connect, and celebrate the beauty of Shabbat together.
Before services, we share a casual buffet dinner together. It’s a chance to connect with community members, meet new friends, and enter the spirit of Shabbat.
Shabbat Havurah Includes
Uplifting Hebrew and English prayers led by Rabbi Amy Rader, Neshamah’s Musical Director Sharon Shear and the Soulmates Choir
A meaningful, short sermon connecting Torah wisdom to modern life
Candle lighting, Kiddush, and Motzi
Special blessings for children, birthdays, anniversaries, and lifecycle moments
Prayers for healing (Mi Shebeirach) and remembrance (Mourner’s Kaddish)
Our Musical Style
We blend traditional melodies with contemporary Jewish music, creating a service that honors our heritage while feeling fresh and alive.
Think camp Shabbat meets meaningful prayer – joyful, participatory, and soul-inspiring.
Neshamah is your Jewish Home in South Florida
First-timers to Shabbat services?
Perfect. We’ll guide you through everything.
Interfaith families?
You belong here. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and welcome partners of all faiths.
Unaffiliated or temple-shopping?
No membership required. Come as often as you’d like – monthly, or just for special occasions.
Raising Jewish children without a formal synagogue membership?
This is your community. Our family-friendly services make Shabbat accessible and meaningful for kids of all ages.
Long-time Jews seeking something different?
If you’re looking for a Shabbat experience that’s less formal and more heart-centered, you’ve found it.
New to the area?
Welcome to South Florida! Neshamah is a wonderful way to build community and find your Jewish community.
Whether you’re traditionally observant or just beginning to explore Jewish life,
seeking spiritual connection or simply looking for community, you’re welcome at our Shabbat table.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all! All prayers are transliterated, and we provide prayer books with English translations. Rabbi Amy also explains what we’re doing throughout the service.
Absolutely! Children are welcome and encouraged to participate. We call kids up to the bima for special blessings, and our community embraces the joyful noise of young ones. If your child needs to move around or take a break, that’s perfectly fine.
Neshamah is proudly non-denominational. We honor traditional Jewish practice while making services accessible and meaningful for Jews of all backgrounds and levels of observance.
Yes! We warmly welcome interfaith families and partners of all faiths who are supporting their Jewish loved ones.
We love knowing who’s coming so we can plan enough food, but drop-ins are always welcome. Registration links are provided for each date, but don’t let lack of registration keep you away.
Solo attendees are always welcome! You’ll find our community warm and inclusive. Many members come on their own and have found deep friendships here.
Of course! Come check us out with no pressure or obligation. Many of our long-time members started by “just trying one service.”
Absolutely! We love welcoming guests and visitors to our Shabbat table.
Connect With Us
First time joining us for Shabbat?
We’d love to meet you! Book a Welcome Meeting with Rabbi Amy to learn more about our community, ask questions, or just introduce yourself.
Have questions about Shabbat services?
Email us at info@niboca.org or call 561-368-1199. We’re happy to help!
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Looking for more ways to celebrate Shabbat?
Explore Light Up Shabbat – our weekly virtual candle lighting ceremony. A short dose of Jewish spirit and connection to begin Shabbat.
