TPR celebrates and recognizes Purim a biblical holy day. It is celebrated annually on the 14th of Adar), which in 2025 begins on the evening of Friday, March 14, and ends at sundown on Saturday, March 15. This holiday commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people from a plot to annihilate them, as recorded in the Book of Esther. The courageous acts of Queen Esther and her cousin Mordechai, along with the help of God, reversed the evil plans of Haman, a high-ranking official in the Persian Empire, who sought to destroy the Jewish people.

We celebrate Purim to remember how God favored and delivered His people. It is a time to reflect on courage, faith, and unity in the face of adversity. This holy day also highlights d standing firm in one's beliefs of God through Christ Jesus, as exemplified by Esther's bravery in revealing her Jewish heritage to save her people.

Suggestions on How to Celebrate Purim

• Read the Megillah (Book of Esther): Attend a public reading or read it at home to relive the miraculous story. 
• Exchange Gifts (Mishloach Manot): Prepare small gift baskets filled with treats, such as hamantaschen (triangular pastries symbolizing Haman’s hat), and share them with friends and family.
• Give to Those in Need (Matanot La’evyonim): Fulfill the mitzvah of giving charity to the poor, ensuring that everyone can join in the celebration.
• Host a Feast (Seudah): Gather with loved ones for a festive meal, featuring traditional foods, music, and storytelling.

Purim is a time of celebrating God, reflecting on God, and joy in God. It reminds us to trust in God's plans, stand up for righteousness, and cherish the bonds of community and faith. Whether through acts of kindness, festive gatherings, or thoughtful reflection, Purim offers an opportunity to celebrate the victory of light over darkness.

At TPR we encourage you to decorate, celebrate and worship Adonai. 

Consider a color scheme of: royal purple, white and gold.

There are many spiritual benefits to keeping Gods Holy Days as outlined in His word. Take some pictures and email them to us and share your joy in honoring Gods statues.

The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) shifts dates each year because it follows the Hebrew calendar (10th of Tishri). On our Gregorian calendar, it usually falls in September or October. 

• 2025 – Begins at sundown October 1, ends at sundown October 2
   
• 2026 – Begins at sundown September 20, ends at sundown September 21 (so no October observance this year)
   
• 2027 – Begins at sundown October 10, ends at sundown October 11
   
• 2028 – Begins at sundown September 29, ends at sundown September 30 (so no October observance this year)
   
• 2029 – Begins at sundown September 18, ends at sundown September 19
   
• 2030 – Begins at sundown October 5, ends at sundown October 6

The Day of Atonement, also known as Yom Kippur, is one of the most solemn and holy days on God’s calendar. It is observed on the tenth day of the seventh month (Tishri) and is a day of fasting, prayer, repentance, and reconciliation with God.

The Lord Himself instituted this day for Israel as a statute forever:

• “Also on the tenth day of this seventh month there shall be a day of atonement: it shall be an holy convocation unto you; and ye shall afflict your souls, and offer an offering made by fire unto the LORD.”
  — Leviticus 23:27 (KJV)
   

It was the one day each year when the high priest entered the Holy of Holies to make atonement for himself, the people, and the sanctuary.

• “And he shall make an atonement for the holy sanctuary, and he shall make an atonement for the tabernacle of the congregation, and for the altar, and he shall make an atonement for the priests, and for all the people of the congregation.”
  — Leviticus 16:33 (KJV)
   

The purpose of the Day of Atonement was to cleanse the people from all their sins so that they might be right before God.

• “For on that day shall the priest make an atonement for you, to cleanse you, that ye may be clean from all your sins before the LORD.”
  — Leviticus 16:30 (KJV)
   

It is a reminder that without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins.

• “And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission.”
  — Hebrews 9:22 (KJV)

Here are some suggestions on how to observe Yom Kippur:

• Yom Kippur is a day of humbling ourselves before God. Traditionally, this means fasting from food and drink for 24 hours, though those with health concerns may adapt.
   
• “Ye shall afflict your souls, and do no work at all.” — Leviticus 23:29-30 (KJV)
   

• It is treated as a Sabbath of Sabbaths—a complete rest dedicated to God.
   
• “It shall be a sabbath of rest unto you, and ye shall afflict your souls: in the ninth day of the month at even, from even unto even, shall ye celebrate your sabbath.” — Leviticus 23:32 (KJV)
   

• Spend time in deep prayer, confession, and repentance.
   
• Use Psalms such as Psalm 51 (David’s prayer of repentance) and Psalm 32.
   
• “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” — 1 John 1:9 (KJV)
   

Suggested readings:

• Leviticus 16 – The High Priest and the scapegoat
   
• Leviticus 23:26-32 – Command of the Day of Atonement
   
• Hebrews 9–10 – Jesus as our High Priest and final atonement
   
• Isaiah 53 – Prophecy of Christ bearing our sins
   

• Yom Kippur is not only vertical (God and man) but also horizontal (man to man). Make peace where possible.
   
• “For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” — Matthew 6:14 (KJV)
   

• Attend a service, Bible study, or fellowship.
   
• If at home, create a quiet space to read, reflect, and pray.
   

• While Israel’s priests entered the Holy of Holies once a year, Jesus entered once for all.
   
• “Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us.” — Hebrews 9:12 (KJV)
   

• After Yom Kippur comes the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot), a season of joy. End with thanksgiving for forgiveness and restoration.

The Feast of Tabernacles is observed on the 15th day of the 7th Hebrew month (Tishri) and lasts seven days, followed by a special 8th day (Shemini Atzeret). On the Gregorian calendar, it usually falls in September or October.

• 2025 – Begins at sundown October 6, ends at sundown October 13
   
• 2026 – Begins at sundown September 25, ends at sundown October 2
   
• 2027 – Begins at sundown October 15, ends at sundown October 22
   
• 2028 – Begins at sundown October 4, ends at sundown October 11
   
• 2029 – Begins at sundown September 24, ends at sundown October 1
   
• 2030 – Begins at sundown October 9, ends at sundown October 16
   

• “The fifteenth day of this seventh month shall be the feast of tabernacles for seven days unto the LORD.”
  — Leviticus 23:34 (KJV)
   
• “Ye shall dwell in booths seven days; all that are Israelites born shall dwell in booths: That your generations may know that I made the children of Israel to dwell in booths, when I brought them out of the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.”
  — Leviticus 23:42–43 (KJV)
   

This feast is also called the Feast of Ingathering, celebrating the harvest.

• “Thou shalt observe the feast of tabernacles seven days, after that thou hast gathered in thy corn and thy wine.”
  — Deuteronomy 16:13 (KJV)
   

1. Remembrance – Israel remembers God’s provision in the wilderness, living in temporary shelters (booths).
    
2. Thanksgiving – Celebrates the harvest and God’s blessings.
    
3. Prophetic Fulfillment – Foreshadows the coming Messianic Kingdom when God will “tabernacle” (dwell) with His people.
    
   • “And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them…” — Revelation 21:3 (KJV)
      

• Construct a simple booth outdoors (branches, tent, or decorated structure) to remember Israel’s wilderness journey.
   
• Spend time in it—eat meals, pray, or even sleep there.
   

• This feast is commanded to be a joyful one.
   
• “…and thou shalt surely rejoice.” — Deuteronomy 16:15 (KJV)
   
• Gather family, friends, and community to share meals, sing praises, and fellowship.
   

• Offer prayers of thanksgiving for provision, blessings, and answered prayers.
   
• Share meals with others, especially those in need.
   

• Leviticus 23:33–43 – Command for the feast
   
• Deuteronomy 16:13–17 – Rejoicing in the feast
   
• John 7 – Jesus teaching during the Feast of Tabernacles
   
• Zechariah 14:16–19 – Prophecy that all nations will keep the Feast in the Kingdom
   

• Meditate on Christ as the Word who “tabernacled” among us.
   
• “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us…” — John 1:14 (KJV)
   

• During Sukkot, water ceremonies were performed in the Temple. Jesus used this moment to declare Himself the source of living water.
   
• “In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink.” — John 7:37 (KJV)