Tefillah Outlined

Explanation of קידוש הלבנה, where we recognize Hashem as Creator of the heavens and associate the renewal of the moon with the renewal of the Jewish people's relationship with Hashem now and with the coming of ultimate גאולה.

Introduction to קידוש הלבנה, where we elaborate on when and how the ברכה should be said and who recites the ברכה, revealing the underlying elements of כבוד השכינה as well as שמחה which accompany our observation of the new moon, eliciting thoughts of our world visa vi Hashem, renewed relationship with Him and ultimate destiny as the Jewish nation.

Explanation of ברכי נפשי, where we describe Hashem's grandeur in creation, creation's benefit to humanity and life in general as well as Hashem's השגחה and guidance to our perfection with the ultimate redemption. 

Explanation of  מוסף ראש חודש, where we elaborate on the goal of ראש חודש as a means of כפרה and reinvigorating our relationship with Hashem as well as a prayer for the renewal of the בית המקדש and ברכות in our lives. 

Reflection on הלל, surveying the progression of הלל , its themes and the difference between this הלל and that of פסוקי דזמרא.

Explanation of יהללוך, the concluding ברכה of הלל, where we declare our constant praise of Hashem, incorporating the experiences and revelation of Hashem in our midst into our life.

Explanation of הודו לה׳ כי טוב in הלל, where we acknowledge the kindness Hashem has done for us to allow us to survive the exile (and ultimately redeem us) as well as the opportunities which even the challenges of exile offered us. We use these experiences to educate the rest of humanity in praising Hashem.

Explanation of הללו את ה׳ כל גוים, where we envision the time when the entire world will praise Hashem, appreciate His חסד and faithfulness in fulfilling His promises for taking the Jewish nation out of exile and meting out justice, as well as appreciate their role in educating the world of Hashem.

Explanation of תהלים קט״ז, אהבתי and מה אשיב, where we exclaim our love that Hashem cares for us as well as our desire to pray before Him in difficult times. We conclude with a recognition of our indebtedness before Hashem, acknowledgement of the process of our self-improvement due to the difficult circumstances, and the need to spread this appreciation to the the world.

Explanation of לא לנו, ה׳ זכרנו, which  is both a plead for and declaration of confidence in Hashem's השגחה and protection as well as a recognition of the ברכה that Hashem reciprocates onto us and our role in this relationship.