prayer in synagogues

• Shabbat- weekly service in the synagogue. torah readings, the shema, kiddush blessing, amidah prayer said.
• Amidah- standing prayer. 3x steps forward to enter inot the presense of God. 18 blessings. 3x steps backward to elave the presense of God.
• Kiddush- blessing said over a cup of wine at service.
• Importance of praying at the synagogue- coming together shows gOd that Jews are whole people. better focus on prayer, more religious atmosphere and no distractions. explainations from rabbi.