PART B - PREPARE AND SET-UP CHAPEL FOR JEWISH SERVICE
1.
Prepare Chapel for Jewish Service.
To begin the preparation of the chapel for a Jewish worship service, you must first ensure that the chapel
is neutralized. To do this you:
remove denominational literature, publications, and bulletins from pews.
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cover all fixed denominational symbols.
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remove denominational items from the worship area (stations of the cross, icons,
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pictures, flags, etc.).
cover stained glass windows that have denominational symbols with curtains, cloth, or
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paper.
ensure cleanliness of ecclesiastical equipment.
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2.
Set up Chapel for Jewish Service.
After the chapel is neutralized, you begin to set up chapel for the service. To do so, you follow the steps
outlined below:
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Prepare the altar area (Chancel):
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Position the US flag and Jewish chapel flag (Figure 1-12).
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Remove or cover any symbol or statue that is not appropriate for a Jewish service.
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Center the ark in the rear (farthest away from the congregation) area of the
chancel behind the altar. (The ark may be a portable, freestanding piece of altar
furniture or non-portable and built into the chapel.)
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Ensure the eternal light is lit. (The eternal light may be an electric lamp attached
to the ark or hanging from the ceiling in front of the ark.)
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Place a menorah equidistant on each side of the ark.
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Place the reading table (altar) in front of the ark, with enough room between the
two items for the chaplain to stand.
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