Mark your calendars! Selichot begin on Sunday, Aug. 20 at 7 a.m. Selichot offer a tremendous opportunity to prepare for the upcoming days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, reminiscent of the 40 days that Moshe RabbeInu asked for forgiveness on behalf of Am Yisrael in the aftermath of the Golden Calf.

Beginning on Aug. 20, join every weekday morning at 6 a.m. (Sundays at 7 a.m.) as Rabbi Ilan Acoca leads the davening in the melodious and uplifting melodies of Selichot. Participation is welcome. Coffee and refreshments will be provided daily.

The Sephardic Congregation of Fort Lee is located at 313 Tom Hunter Rd.

The first Selichot services will be broadcasted live on YouTube: youtube.com/live/WonjI03244A?feature=share