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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]"the pp that said being an observant Jew is only for the wealthy. I've often thought it seems that way, especially as a young adult trying to join a synagogue and being floored by the dues. I now look at it as more of an itemized way of donating or contributing to charity. Catholics tithe, and most religions or religious communities have their own ways of donating or collecting money. Many synagogues "charge" donations for various synagogue or rabinical services (wedding officiating, bris, religious school, etc.) If finances are ever an issue, I know my synagogue would waive fees or make other accommodations in a heartbeat. "

Catholics tithe? Who knew?[/quote]

T tithe is voluntary
Anyone can walk into a church on easter or any other Sunday and sit where they want. You don't have to buy a ticket to worship like on the Jewish holidays.[/quote]

Not all synagogues require tickets for high holy days - some have alternative services or free guest tickets. And the rationale behind synagogue dues is that Jews were not supposed to handle money at all on the Sabbath, and so paid dues in advance to the synagogue. In comparison, if you go as a guest to a church service, there is a passing of the collection plate, and you can contribute that way. There is no collection plate during the Sabbath or holy day services. Plus regular church goers often make yearly pledges to the church, which is essentially the same as synagogue dues.

As for bar mitzvah, we are just beginning our planning, and hoping to not have to go all out for our DS. We shall see...[/quote]

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