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Erev Shabbat
Friday, August 22
5:45 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Kabbalat Shabbat
D'var Torah: Rabbi Peter Knobel
Special Blessings:
Marissa Shapiro & Adam Samit
Laura Gumpert & Jeremy Wintroub
Reva & Mort Denlow
Diana Wilson
Shabbat Morning
Saturday, August 23
9:30 a.m. - Shabbat Minyan
9:30 a.m. - Kahal
Torah Discussion led by Laura & Barry Miller
10:30 am - Bar Mitzvah of Sam Wiener
Erev Shabbat
Friday, August 29
5:45 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Kabbalat Shabbat
*Ethan Michaeli, JCUA Board Member, will speak on Postville, Iowa, within a larger worker justice context*
Shabbat Morning
Saturday, August 30
9:30 a.m. - Shabbat Minyan
9:30 a.m. - David Friedman Bar Mitzvah with Kahal |
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Join Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel for Beth Emet Israel Kallah
 There's nothing more exciting than exploring Judaism in Israel through the eyes of leading Israeli scholars.
Join Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel for an unforgettable week of study in Jerusalem. The week-long program features a five-morning seminar led by Professor Noam Zohar of Tel Aviv University, a prominent specialist in Jewish Bioethics, entitled "On the Cutting Edge of Life and Death: Judaism and Bioethics". The week will also include:
- Morning study with other leading scholars, including Professors Paul Liptz, Michael Marmur, Menachem Fisch and Rabbi Stanley Davids;
- A half-day tour of the newly revised exhibit at Yad Vashem, Israel's Holocaust Memorial;
- A Shabbat-eve celebration with our sister congregation Kehillat Tzur Hadassah;
- Opportunities to attend worship at Hebrew Union College (HUC) and meet with leaders of the Israel Movement for Progressive Judaism;
- Plenty of free time to explore Jerusalem and develop close relationships with other Beth Emet members.
This trip is ideal for veteran Israel travelers, as well as those who wish to experience Israel for the first time in a uniquely stimulating way. Additional excursions can be arranged for those who want to extend their stay.
Shabbat in Jerusalem is amazing; as the sun sets, the city settles down and the day transforms into something different. We look forward to sharing this intellectually and spiritually enriching experience with you.
If you have any questions, or would like more information, please contact Bonnie Stone Stern at (847) 869-4230, ext. 311. |
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High Holiday Confirmation Form in the Mail
Schedule available online now
 It's that time of year again; the High Holidays are upon us. A guide to everything you've ever wanted to know about the High Holidays at Beth Emet, as well as your ticket confrimation form is on its way to a mailbox near you. The High Holiday Service Schedule is also available on the Beth Emet website.
Also included in this mailing is something new -- an interest survey. Completing this brief form will let us know what you're interested in and how you want to be more involved with Beth Emet. A volunteer will call you to follow up on your interests when your survey is received. Don't want to wait for the mailing to let us know? Take the survey online now. If you have any questions, contact Bekki Kaplan at 847-869-4230, ext. 304. |
Founding Director of Just Congregations to Speak
Beth Emet welcomes Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner on Friday, September 19
 As part of a weekend dedicated to our Just Congregations project, Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner, the founding Director of Just Congregations of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), will speak at Beth Emet following services and a catered Kabbalat Shabbat dinner on Friday, September 19. Rabbi Pesner is a young, influential leader who works with synagogues pursuing social justice across the country, and teaches on all three campuses of the Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion.
Pesner's Just Congregations is a new way to foster congregation-based community organizing in religious organizations across the country. This idea is based on the community organizing model that posits that meeting individually with people and hearing their stories is a powerful way to connect people to social action work and into the life of the community. Beth Emet has adopted this model and has been working hard to facilitate one-on-one dialogues between congregants.
RSVP now to join us for a fun and stimulating evening of great food, conversation and friends. If you RSVP before September 17, dinner is $14 per person ($18 per person thereafter). Let us know you're coming by contacting the office or by phone at 847-869-4230, ext. 301. |
Begin the High Holidays with S'lichot at Beth Emet
Join us for a dessert reception, panel discussion on social justice issues and service
It is a mitzvah to prepare for the High Holidays, and appropriately we begin this process with our S'lichot Service on September 20. The evening will begin at 9:30 p.m. with a dessert reception, followed by a panel discussion featuring Beth Emet congregants who are involved in a variety of ways with social justice activities entitled, "Tikkun Olam: How I can make a difference."
A beautiful Havdallah service will begin at 11:15 p.m., followed by the S'lichot Service at 11:30 p.m. Join us for a meaningful, reflective night - a wonderful start to the Holiday season. |
Labor on the Bimah
Beth Emet to participate in program during Labor Day weekend
 On Friday, August 29, Beth Emet will welcome Ethan Michaeli, JCUA Board Member (Chair of the Policy Committee) and Publisher of Residents' Journal bi-weekly magazine. Michaeli will speak on Postville within the larger worker justice context.
Michaeli is part of a program that The National Interfaith Committee on Worker Issues has organized for Labor Day weekend called "Labor on the Bimah." Throughout the weekend, congregations around the nation will invite guest speakers to discuss various labor issues. Michaeli will present the D'var Torah (sermon) at the 6:30 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat Service. We look forward to seeing you at what is sure to be an interesting discussion on a relevant topic.
If you have any questions, please contact Lora East at ext. 306. |
First there was Amazon, then there was EBay and now...Beit Sefer registration is ONLINE!
 No need to use your "forever stamps" or legal sized envelopes sending your registration forms back to the school! Now you can register your child(ren) for Beit Sefer (Religious school) online. Visit the "Members Only" portion of the Beth Emet website to register now (school registration is on the left side of the page). While you're there, don't forget to update both your child's information (i.e. emergency contact info, allergies, special learning needs) and your own. If you have any questions or need login information, please contact Beth Schinoff at ext. 308.
Forget snail mail, e-registration is the way to go! |
We Did It!
Beth Emet's Early Childhood program NAEYC re-accreditated
 We are pleased to tell you that the Early Childhood Program has achieved NAEYC re-accreditation. NAEYC (The National Association for the Education of Young Children) is the largest organization working on behalf of young children, and their accreditation is the mark of excellence in early childhood education.
The process was a lot of work, but it was worth it! Accreditation from the NAEYC Academy indicates that we are one of the first programs in the country to earn the mark of quality that the new accreditation system represents. Not only did we receive our accreditation, but we received extremely high "marks" in the percentage of met criteria in the NAEYC Accreditation Decision Report. Thanks to all for your support!
Also, we still have a few openings for children under 3 years of age in our program. We have small classes, wonderful teachers and a warm, Jewish environment. School begins soon, so let us know if you're interested!
For more information, contact the Directors of Early Childhood, Fran and Kathy at ext. 305. |
Everything's Just Beachy
Join us on September 5 for Shabbat Mishpacha at the Lighthouse Beach
Get to know your 'Families' community! Welcome and celebrate Shabbat with other families who have young children at The Lighthouse Beach (2611 Sheridan Rd, at Central St. and Sheridan Rd.) We will meet at the shelter at 5:20 p.m. (to the left of the stairs) before going down to the beach for a potluck dinner. Dinner will be followed by a family friendly Kabbalat Shabbat service at the water's edge.
This event is open and free of charge to all members and non-members with children in 3rd grade or younger. Please bring your own blanket/tarp to eat on. RSVP by September 4 to find out your pot luck assignment. (In the event of rain, we will meet at Beth Emet. If questionable weather, check the Beth Emet website.) |
Going...Going...Gone!
Help Plan Beth Emet's Dinner/Auction
 On Saturday, May 2, 2009, we are revitalizing the dinner/auction that was so much a part of Beth Emet for numerous years. This year's goal is to raise funds to secure a healthier financial future for our synagogue.
Our hope is to engage congregants across the entire membership spectrum, with the hope that every member will get involved. There are many ways to get involved. You can: choose to donate an item or a service, help with the actual dinner event, or become a sponsor, enabling those who would otherwise not be able to attend. We're challenging each of you to help us in this endeavor so that we can all be proud of this event.
Please consider helping us make this event a reality and join the planning committee. Our initial meeting will be on Monday, September 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Beth Emet. It will be fun and beneficial to the life of Beth Emet. For more information, contact Beth Gomberg-Hirsch.
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Did You Ever Think Beth Emet Would be on Facebook?
Become a "fan" of the Beth Emet Facebook page
Beth Emet is now on Facebook! Exchange ideas, check on events, and catch up with your Beth Emet friends. We built our new Facebook page to make it easier for Beth Emet congregants and friends to share their thoughts with our special community. We welcome the addition of comments and photos to the page. Before you can contribute to the page, you wil have to register with Facebook to establish a profile.
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A Gift From Beth Emet is a Gift to Beth Emet
Beth Emet Gift Shop Re-opens September 7th
Need a Hostess Gift for a High Holiday dinner? Prefer a Tallit made in Israel? In need of Shabbat Candles, Candlesticks, Kiddush Fountains, or Havdallah Sets? We've got them all! Come in and take a look. Here are a few of our upcoming specials:
- First five shoppers receive 20% off on our opening day, 9/7/08 (excluding books.)
- Celebrate the High Holidays! Custom order your own Shofar and blow it from the bima with your fellow Congregants for the final Tekiah G'dolah! Please call Beth at 847-933-9252 and place your Shofar order by Friday, September 5.
- All apple and honey dish sets are 25% off! (while supplies last).
**Gift Shop Hours: Sundays 9:30a.m. - Noon (when Religious School meets); First Friday of the month 9:00a.m. to 11a.m.
Perform a Mitzvah and become a volunteer at our Gift Shop! It's fun & you receive a 20% discount on all your purchases! Give Beth a call at 847-933-9252 to volunteer, or if you have any questions. Remember that a gift from Beth Emet is also a gift to Beth Emet. L'Shana Tova and all our best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year!
Let Your Voice Be Heard! The Gift Shop Wants to Know Your Opinion
Please check out our survey to let us know how we may better meet your Judaica purchasing needs. |
New Addition to Tot Shabbat
Join us to celebrate birthdays in style
 Beginning in September, we'll celebrate those children who have birthdays in each month during our Tot Shabbat service. We'll sing Happy Birthday (in Hebrew of course!) and they will receive special recognition at the service.
If you haven't been to Tot Shabbat before, check it out! The service is geared for young children with lots of singing, movement, a parade with the Torahs, and a story by one of the rabbis. After the service we go into room 101 for Kiddush, playing and socializing, and some bagels and treats. Tot Shabbat doesn't take a break in the summer! The next one is Saturday, September 13th at 9 a.m. Tot Shabbat takes place on the second Saturday of each month.
Another wonderful family-friendly worship opportunity (with babysitting!) is Beth Emet's Kahal (Community) weekly Shabbat morning service beginning at 9:30 a.m. Follow this link to find out more! |
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Tone with the Torah - Yoga at Beth Emet!
 Andrea Lubershane Gardner, E-RYT, (designated an "experienced registered yoga teacher" from the Yoga Alliance) teaches a class called "Yoga with a Jewish Spirit" that uses the weekly Torah portion as the focus of practice and intention through breath work; stretching and strengthening of different areas of the body. The class takes place every Monday from 7:00-8:15 p.m. We'd love to see you there! Please contact Lora East, ext. 306 for further details and registration.
Don't miss out on our other yoga opportunity; Hatha Yoga with Julie Burstein begins again on Thursday, September 4, 4:30-5:30 p.m.! |
One of Beth Emet's Greatest Success Stories: The Tzedakah Fund Committee
Information on Beth Emet's Tzedakah Fund Committee
 Since
the Tzedakah Fund Committee's founding in 1987 as a subcommittee of the
Social Action Committee, more than ninety thousand ($90,000.00) dollars
have been awarded in grants to local causes that promote justice,
equality and social well-being. The Tzedakah Fund Committee meets at
least three times a year, with the next meeting scheduled to discuss
requests for assistance in November. The Beth Emet community will
receive advance notification of the dates of Grant Application
submission deadlines and additional scheduled committee meetings.
Tzedakah boxes
are distributed to the entire Beth Emet congregational family. A box is
given to each new member household and replacement boxes are readily
available in the Synagogue office to those who need them. If you would
like a tzedakah box, please stop by the office at your convenience.
Grant requests may come to the Tzedakah Fund Committee through a variety of ways:
- A Synagogue Committee,
- Synagogue Professional (i.e., Rabbi, Cantor, Executive Director, Director of Education),
- Individual synagogue members representing an organization.
If
you would like to sponsor a request to the Tzedakah Fund Committee,
please complete a Tzedakah Fund Application Form. Forms are available
in the Synagogue office.
The
Committee encourages you to begin making Tzedakah, the acts of
righteousness through charitable giving, a family tradition every week
by placing money in your Tzedakah box before the lighting of Shabbat
Candles.
For any questions, please contact Mareon.
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Heat up the Kitchen While it's Freezing Out
Beth Emet Soup Kitchen is looking for winter holiday volunteers
Our Soup Kitchen will be open December 24-31 and we're looking for volunteers! If you'd like to volunteer for cooking/serving (4:15-7:00 p.m.) or clean-up (6:30-7:30 p.m.), e-mail us or give us a call at ext. 333. |
DO YOU YOU HAVE A NOTICE YOU WANT TO INCLUDE IN EMETMAIL?
The next deadline is Monday, September 1 at noon. Please send all submissions to Ann. The wording/format should be similar to what you find with each of these blurbs: Title, date & time info and then text. | |
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