Scholar in Residence Weekend with Dr. Alan Morinis
January 16–18, 2026
Presented by Temple Sinai of Sarasota
With generous support from The Jewish Federation of Sarasota–Manatee

Join us for a transformative weekend of learning and spiritual reflection with Dr. Alan Morinis, founder of The Mussar Institute and author of The Shabbat Effect, Everyday Holiness, and Climbing Jacob’s Ladder. Together we’ll explore the timeless wisdom of Mussar—Judaism’s character-based path toward living with greater humility, patience, gratitude, and compassion.

Friday, January 16

6:00 PM – Erev Shabbat Service
Dr. Morinis will introduce the weekend’s theme during services.
7:30 PM – Shabbat Dinner
Enjoy a catered dinner by Der Dutchman, featuring baked chicken, salmon, and vegetarian/gluten-free options.
$36 members | $54 non-members
No walk-ins for dinner but all are welcome to attend services.