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THIS WEEK AT TEMPLE BETH EL
December 30, 2013
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For December calendar of events and meetings, Click Here.
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Shabbat Worship

Friday, January 3rd - 

6:00 pm - Family Shabbat

6:00 pm - Kabbalat Shabbat

8:00 pm - Late at Eight Shabbat Worship

        

Saturday, January 4th

11:00 am     Shabbat Morning 

 Religious School   

Please note: There is no Religious School from Sunday, December 22nd  thru Sunday, January 5th .  Classes will resume on Monday, January 6th.  There is NO Sheva Saturday, December 21st.  Have a safe and festive winter break.    

 Second Annual Arthur Goodman Lecture on Law
   

Saturday morning, January 11, 2014, 9:00 to 10:15 am

 

Today, as we read headline after headline about children who are in danger because of abusive families, we can feel helpless. This year's lecture empowers us by bringing together a lawyer from the Council for Children's Rights, a Guardian ad Litem and the head of DSS in Mecklenburg County. They will be joined by our clergy to tell us how we can stand for children...our own, in our Jewish community and the community at large. The program is free and open to the public.  Read more about this program Here

 

For those who'd like to stay, the program will be followed by a Congregational brunch ($8/person) and an inspirational Congregational Shabbat service lifted by our Teen Band and Teen Vocal Ensemble.  RSVP Here.

 A Heartfelt Thank You from a Sterling Elementary School Teacher
   
Click Here to read about the difference our volunteers have made at Sterling Elementary.

SPICE DONATES $2,500 FOR SANDRA AND LEON LEVINE SOCIAL HALL LCD PROJECTOR

 

Our S.P.I.C.E. (Special Programs of Interest & Concern for Everyone over 50) holds many of its monthly programs in the Sandra and Leon Levine Social Hall. In most cases, PowerPoint presentations or other forms of information are projected onto the wall of the social hall.  When Temple Beth El was renovated a few years ago, the necessary wiring for computers and projectors was included and drop down screens were installed into the ceilings of the social halls.  Unfortunately, the lack of funds during the temple's renovation process did not permit the installation of a projector in the ceiling. SPICE is delighted to provide the money for the projector and its installation for this social hall. We hope that the addition and installation of the new projector will provide many benefits and opportunities to any temple group using the Sandra and Leon Levine Social Hall.  

Washington, D.C. Wedding for Same Sex Couples
May 2-4, 2014 
Rabbi Judy, along with several Charlotte clergy, is planning another historic weekend of interfaith dialogue, exploring tolerance, inclusion and sanctification in Washington, DC with other faith communities. We have several same sex couples planning to be legally and religiously wed with a reception to follow.  We will be traveling by bus, hotel rooms are being arranged along with filing for the marriage licenses.  If you are interested in being legally or religiously married or want to be a part of this wonderful celebration as a guest participant contact Sera Callif - Here. 

 

Mazel Tov

Mazel Tov to Muriel and David Lintz on the birth of their granddaughter, Rosemarie Genevieve Lintz, on December 12, 2013.

Proud parents are Philip and Rose Lintz.

Our Condolences

 

Harold Millen, grandfather of Shaun Koch, died on December 29, 2013. The funeral will take place today, December 30, 2013, in Florida.

 

Allen Victor, brother of Sue Victor, died on December 28, 2013. The funeral will be out of town.

 

Sandra B. Box, mother of John Box, died on December 23, 2013. The funeral was in Evanston, Illinois on December 25, 2013.

 

James La Roach, grandfather of Jeff Mcginnis, died on December 28, 2013.  Funeral arrangements have not yet been finalized.

  January Events
   

Brotherhood First Thursday Social

January 2nd at Hickory Tavern, Ballantyne at 7 PM.  No RSVP or Fee.

 

Brotherhood Breakfast and Speaker:  Kevin Zolot, Federal Prosecutor at the U.S. Attorney's Office

Sunday, January 12th at TBE at 10:00 AM

$10 for program and a 5-Star breakfast. This event is open to all TBE members and guests - RSVPs are required - Email Here.

 

Read more about Kevin Here

 

January 11th -12th Brotherhood is responsible for Room at the Inn.  To volunteer email Here. 
 17th Annual 
Comparative Religion Series
Jan. 21st - Feb. 25th 2014
   

On six consecutive Tuesdays, from 7:00 - to 9:00 pm at Temple Beth El, educators and religious leaders representing nine Charlotte area faiths will discuss their faith's perspectives on EVIL... Human or Divine?  For more information about the Comparative Religion Series,  Click Here.

MLK Shabbat

A highlight of the Temple Beth El worship calendar is our Martin Luther King Shabbat.  This year's exchange will be with dynamic and passionate preacher and pastor Reverend Dr. Jerry Cannon and the choir of C. N. Jenkins Memorial Presbyterian Church.  On Friday night, January 17th at Beth El's 7:00 Shabbat service, Pastor Cannon will preach and C. N. Jenkin's choir will lift our service with their music.  The evening will conclude with a festive oneg.

 

We would like to make this oneg special with our "home made desserts."  If you would be willing to bake, please email Sara Schreibman Here.  Desserts should be brought to Temple no later than noon on Friday January 17th.
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LIBERTY Peace-zza Party - Jan. 11th 1-3 PM.  Click Here to learn more.  RSVP by Wed., 1/8 at 3:00 PM Here.

 

Winter Regional Sign Up - Winter Kallah and Regional Board elections are coming up January 17-20th, 2014!  Sign up before Thursday, 1/2 before it's too late!  Click Here to register for Winter Regional, and Click Here if you are a NFTY-ite interested in running for Regional Board!

Hatikvah Kallah Early Bird Registration Now Open

Attention 7th and 8th graders at Temple Beth El, this year Hatikvah Kallah will be at The Temple in Atlanta, GA! Sign up by 1/16  to get the early bird rate of $100 by visiting Here.

 

Want to come to Winter Kallah, but worried about the cost? Temple Beth El has AVODAH hours for you!  For each AVODAH hour that you complete, Temple Beth El will contribute $7.50 toward Winter or Hatikvah Kallah registration or the bus-it's your choice!  There are 2 opportunities coming up:

  1. Thursday, 1/2, 3:00-4:30 PM: Earn 1.5 hours cleaning the youth lounge!
  2. Tot Shabbat on Saturday, January 11th, 9:15-10:15 AM (1 AVODAH hour)

*Email Dara Gever, Director of Youth Engagement Here to sign up for these opportunities and earn money for upcoming youth programs of your choice!

 

Have a Child in College?  Click Here for information on COLLEGE CONNECTION.

 

Limited financial assistance to help send your child to a Jewish camp program.  Please email Dara Gever, Director of Youth Engagement,Here by 12/31 to apply.

 

AIPAC Policy Conference 2014

March 2nd-4th, 2014

Temple Beth El has received 4 seats at the upcoming American Israel Public Affairs Committee Policy Conference- March 2nd-4th, 2014!  High school students can sign up for a discounted rate of $500, which covers registration and hotel.  Email Dara Gever Here by Sunday, January 5th to apply!

ChaiLytes Tour of Harvey B. Gantt Center and Havdalah Service

 

Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 2:45 pm                                                             

Please join ChaiLytes on Saturday, January 18 at 2:45 pm for a Docent led tour of the Harvey B. Gantt Center, Special Admission of $6/per person. We will gather afterward for a Havdalah Service with Rabbi Jonathan Freirich, parkside of the Museum. The event will continue at a selected restaurant in the Tryon/College Street area - more info to follow.

 

RSVP by Wed., Jan. 15 @ 5:00 PM Here.

Shop in our Discovered Traditions Gift Shop

All  your holiday needs are here!  Stop by to see the new gifts by Michael Aram - great for anniversaries, birthdays, and more.
 
  
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