All are welcome. For Jews who want to know more, for interfaith couples, for non-Jews who are curious. Call the temple office at 845-356-2000 for more information. What is the meaning of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Succot and Simchat Torah? What is the significance of the prayers and rituals that are special to the High Holidays? Why are these holidays more special than other holidays in the Jewish calendar? Presented by the Outreach committee.
The time has come for us to educate ourselves about Islam! The Islamic tradition has both deep divisions from, and wide connections to, Judaism.
Temple Beth El is proud to present Rabbi Phillip Lieberman, PhD, a visiting assistant professor of Middle East history and rabbi in Englewood, NJ. His lectures about Islamic history and religion and Jewish social and economic relations have been presented at the 92nd Street Y.
Rabbi Lieberman will be discussing the Bible and Koran and describing the role of Jerusalem in both Islam and Judaism.
Please join us to gain an understanding of what Islam truly means. Questions: Temple Beth El 845-356-2000
A participatory workshop led by Educational Director, Beth Kramer. Join us for a special and memorable morning
as we explore the following issues:
· Who Am I?
· What makes me Jewish?
· What are my most important Jewish values?
· Am I a Jewish American or an American Jew? Is there a difference?
· What are my most important Jewish memories and what do they contribute to the Jew that I am today?
· What role does gender play in my own Jewish identity?
· What objects would you choose to go into a time capsule to represent different times in Jewish history, and why?
· What is your deepest, darkest “Jewish Secret?”
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH
10:00 -11:45 AM
(During Sunday School hours)
Refreshments will be served.
No experience necessary! Bring a friend!
All are welcome!
Treat yourself to something special. It's always an enjoyable day, starting out on the bus, which is relaxing and then off to lunch, of course, and then the play. Everyone returns to the bus, full of enthusiasm and very happy. Why don't you join us for our 33rd year? The cost to join is only $60.00. We obtain tickets are a discounted rate and pass that savings on to the members. Our seats are excellent, only in the orchestra.
Shows for the fall season: All My Sons. . .September 24 Tale of Two Cities. . .November 5 Billy Elliot. . .November 19
You don't have to be a member of Temple to join. Bring your friends, share a membership, there are all sorts of possibilities. For all of the information about the WRJ Theatre Group, call Annette Graubart at 845-356-5992.
WATCH HERE FOR THE SHOWS FOR 2009!
A link to WRJ
If you want to examine all that Women of Reform Judaism has to offer from the national organization, this is a direct link:
Help celebrate by sharing good wishes with your family and friends and help to support the YES program. Orders taken now through September 9, 2008. 10 Cards for $12.00. Available for pick up at the Temple office. For more information, contact Lesley Zaks, e-mail catlover54@aol.com
50/50 FUNDRAISER
Donation $36 Join in on the fun!
For $36 you have an opportunity to participate in six regular drawings--- only $6 per drawing! There will be six regular drawings held throughout the year and a free bonus grand prize seventh drawing at the end of the year. Prizes for the six regular drawings are:
A Special Invitation to Join WRJ of Temple Beth El
This year, we are pleased to offer different levels of membership – another way you can help to support the many mitzvot of WRJ. Here is a brief explanation of our exciting new levels of membership:
$40 – General Membership $54 – Chai Membership $72 – Golden Chai Membership
Those who sign up for either Chai or Golden Chai Membership will receive special recognition at events throughout the year, special privileges at WRJ events (including free raffle tickets) and the contentment in knowing that you have given our WRJ an ‘extra’ boost. Here is a sampling of the many mitzvot your membership dollars help us to offer:
· Provide holiday parties for our Nursery and Religious school children · Provide siddurim for all 5th Grade students · Present candlesticks/kiddush cups to B’nai Mitzvah · Write and send College Newsletter and Chanukah and Purim packages to our college students · Sponsor, arrange and hostess Oneg Shabbats · Toy drive, Diapers and School Supplies drive for Rockland Family Shelter · Sponsor an ARC house · Participate in regional and national meetings and conventions of WRJ & URJ · Develop Women’s Haggadah – Annual Women’s Seder · Paid-Up Membership Dinner and Boutique · And much, much more
Join us for the coming year – at whatever level you prefer. WRJ needs you! Send in your membership today – WRJ looks forward to seeing you at the Paid-Up Membership Dinner for which your annual membership entitles you to admission at no charge. We hope you have had an opportunity to attend some of our meetings and events during the past year. We hope you will make WRJ a part of your life. Nancy Cohen Vice President, Membership
WRJ/Sisterhood
Also known as Sisterhood, this diverse group of women meet for social, cultural, and religious endeavors. They are committed to strengthening the Temple through their support of functions and sponsoring activities. Fund-raising helps the pre-school and religious school. Hebrew prayer books are provided to our students and gifts are given to all Temple Bar and Bat Mitzvah. Recently, new computers were purchased for the religious school's Craig Tauscher Computer Resource Center.
Visit our Judaica Shop for one-stop shopping to meet your entire gift and Judaica needs. We carry a stunning selection of Kipot, Talleisim and Mezzuzot as well as spectacular gifts for all occasions. Many products in our shop are made in Israel. Call Helayne Pfeffer (845) 429-2939 or Renee Kratter (845) 357-6715 for shop hours and convenient personal appointments.
Support the Youth, Education & Special Projects (Y.E.S.) Fund that aids Jewish people across our nation. Send exquisite Y.E.S. cards and certificates to honor the simchas of friends and relatives. Get well, sympathy and all occasion cards are available. Contact Susan Sorkow (845) 623-4807 for purchase.
Do you have a College Student? Keep your student close to the Temple family with our College Bulletin and surprise holiday treats. Click here to provide the Temple office with his/her e-mail and mailing address; be sure to provide "college address" in the subject line.
WRJ relies on your support in order to provide our Nursery and Hebrew School students with special holiday programs and treats. Help us by joining WRJ now! We can’t do it without you!
…and if you have not joined WRJ yet, call Nancy Cohen at (845) 368-4925. We would love to have you with us!
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