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Beth Jacob Rabbis'
Food Stamp Challenge
During the week of Nov. 11 - Nov. 17, the Rabbis of Beth Jacob Congregation have committed themselves to experiencing the challenge of what it is like to live on the average SNAP* (*Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefit of only $31.50 per person for a week.
Check out this article in the Mendota Heights Pacth about the Rabbis' Food Stamp Challenge!
You are invited to participate in this challenge as well!
Click for more information
Click to donate
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The People Vote No on Both
Rally and Community Door Knock
Sunday, October 28th
1:00-5:00 State Capitol, Roy Wilkins Memorial
1:00-2:00 Rally and Training
2:00-4:00 Door Knocking
4:00-5:00 Debrief, Treats, Wrap Up
 Beth Jacob is joining JCA in a coalition of diverse communities including OutFront Minnesota, Take Action Minnesota, Shades of Yellow (Hmong GLBT group), and Hmong and Somali individuals, to VOTE NO ON BOTH. We will take the conversations to the neighborhoods near the Capitol. Our work is critical to the success of the VOTE NO ON BOTH effort.
RSVP/Info: Susanbcobin@gmail.com, Ericandjo44@aol.com
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Cardboard Box City
Donations Requested
 Dr. Heather Huseby, Executive Director of YouthLink, will speak at USY's and Kadima's Cardboard Box City on Saturday night. YouthLink is a "drop-in center" for homeless youth. At YouthLink, the kids who drop in can take a shower, get a hot meal, find some donated clean clothes, see a pediatrician, see a mental health worker, get identification documents (they need ID papers to be able to get food at food shelves), and make connections to education, jobs, and supportive housing. Please take a minute to take a look at YouthLink's web site to learn more.
 The BJUSYers who come to Cardboard Box City are asked to bring a donation for YouthLink, and donations from anyone are welcome! Donations can be given to Ben. We suggest:
- Clothing / Hygiene Products
Gloves/Mittens Socks Jeans Hygiene products - soap, chap stick, shampoo, etc. Coats (especially lg, xl, xxl) Bras (larger) Underwear (mens and womens) $40 will buy the youth a month of bus tokens/bus pass, which they use to get to and from work, school, and shelter. Financial donations could be in the form of a tax-deductible check made out to YouthLink.
It would be great if you could help our BJUSYers come with something to give to support homeless youth as they make their way down the path to safety and healthy development.
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The Rodef Shalom Course:
The Jewish Art of Everyday Peacemaking
Taught by Rabbi Amy Eilberg
Thursday nights: Nov. 8th & 15th
7:15PM - 8:30PM
 This course examines classical Jewish texts on the art of everyday peacemaking. Based on materials developed by the Pardes Institute: Conflict Resolution Institute, we will study fascinating, little-known texts on the pursuit of peace- exploring what it means for each of us to be a "Rodef Shalom" (a pursuer of peace) in our own lives. For more information, contact Rabbi Amy Eilberg at rebamy@eilberg.com. |
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BETH JACOB'S ANNUAL
JUDAIC ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11 - 2-6 PM
 Outstanding artisans of various mediums will be there with unique, beautiful creations. Bake Sale too!
Contact Maxine Rosenthal for more information:
(Free childcare . . . when you need a break)
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The Social Justice Committee Wants You!
The Beth Jacob Social Justice Committee is looking for a small group of people who are passionate about social justice, but don't have the time or inclination to plan events and programs. We hope to have a minyan or more upon whom we can call when we need to mobilize helpers to attend an event, make a few phone calls, help decide the direction in which the committee should go, or just provide support for our work. To join this social justice auxiliary, please phone or e-mail either:
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| Walk to End Hunger
 The Social Justice Committee is assembling a Beth Jacob Congregation team to join the Walk to End Hunger at the Mall of America on Thanksgiving morning. We are hoping to field a team of at least 36 walkers. Registration is only $25, but a fundraising goal of $100 per participant is requested. Please join the Beth Jacob team when you register for the walk! |
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Shabbat Enrichment
There will NOT be any 5th/6th grade class this Shabbat due to the 5th/6th-grade Community Shabbaton at Camp Butwin this weekend.
* This is a "B" - Bet week for Madrichim.
* There is NO Shalshelet this week... The 8th-graders can spend time in the sanctuary to help their classmate, Jacob Flaum, celebrate his Bar Mitzvah!
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