After the rally on Tuesday, it is as clear as ever that our community is stronger when we come together. Another gathering of 290,000 Jews is not likely to happen anytime soon, but we can find strength even (maybe especially) when we gather in small groups, too. For decades, we’ve called these small groups a Chavurah. At Temple Emanu-El, that means a group of congregants in the same stage of life who come together for all sorts of occasions—most importantly, to create a place where everyone can feel pride in their Jewish identity. We’ve learned that we can replicate that warmth, pride, and love of Judaism when other Jewish families and friends are there for us.
Are you a new, new-ish or even a "seasoned" member of TE, and not already a member of a Chavurah? If so, this is a fantastic time to be a part of our revitalized Chavurah program! A Chavurah is a group of around 6-12 individuals, couples, and/or families who have some common interests. It is a great opportunity to develop closer friendships with a smaller group of TE members.
Click here for more information and fill out a short questionnaire to help the Chavurah Committee place you with a group. The committee will help get you started and will provide any assistance that you need to make your Chavurah successful!
If you have any questions, please contact Lori Goldberg at lsideman@hotmail.com .
We're Hiring!
We are seeking a highly motivated, ambitious person to join our team as a full-time Assistant to the Rabbis.
The application for Jewish overnight camp scholarships is now available. The window to apply for scholarships extends fromNovember 9th through November 21st.
Attending a Jewish overnight camp is one of the most impactful experiences a child or teen can have to create lasting, positive Jewish experiences that build proud Jewish adults. Temple Emanu-El believes that families who make Judaism an active part of their daily lives will build strong Jewish identities for adults and children. Our families are already committed to Jewish education through day schools or attending the Diamond Family Religious School, but this only covers nine months of the year--this is why Jewish overnight camp is so important!
We know that giving your child(ren) the experience of a Jewish overnight camp represents a significant financial investment. Thankfully, Temple Emanu-El has generous donors who enable us to provide need-based scholarships to lessen the cost of camp tuition. Click here to apply.
JEWISH NATIONAL FUND-USA Volunteer in Israel Mission
Israel needs us now more than ever!
Join one of our JNF Volunteer for Israel Missions as an opportunity to provide immediate relief to the land and the people of Israel.
Click here and here to learn more about these Missions!
In the wake of the brutal and devastating attack by Hamas on October 7 and the unfolding war in Israel, we are introducing a special series from the For Heaven's Sake podcast with Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi, For Heaven's Sake: Israel at War.
ISRAEL AT WAR – Shifa Examining the controversies surrounding the hospital now at the center of the Israel-Hamas warLISTEN>
ISREAL AT WAR – A State of All Its Citizens How is Israel’s Arab-Palestinian minority being treated for their response to the war? LISTEN>
Listen to “For Heaven’s Sake” daily podcast. You must have an Apple Podcast or Spotify app to listen.
9:00am - Chevrah Torah - Torah Study with Rabbi Max in the Chapel Join us in person! Facebook Live | Youtube Live
November 19 - Sunday
9:00am - You Don't Know What You Don't Know with Lee Katz in the Large Social Hall Register here
November 20 - Monday
11:00am - Bereavement Group with Rabbi Judith Beiner and Aging Well in the Conference Room Register here
November 22 - Wednesday - TE closes at noon
November 23 - Thursday - TE closed for Thanksgiving
**Please register for all classes & events through your My Emanu-El portal to ensure you receive all email notifications. Contact the office for help.**
Sponsor an Oneg!
There are two mitzvot pertaining to the Shabbat meal. One is oneg, the mitzvah to delight in Shabbat, as it is written: “Call Shabbat ‘delight’ (oneg)” (Isaiah 58:13). Oneg is fulfilled primarily through the meals, but snacks and a Shabbat nap are parts of it as well." (Peninei Halakhah, Shabbat 7:2:2) Providing the Oneg is performing a Mitzvah for our community.
Hosting an Oneg is not only a Mitzvah, but it can also be a way to celebrate a family event and share the good news with the congregation.
Commemorate birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, awards, graduations, B’nai Mitzvah and other happy occasions. Sponsor an Oneg today!
Sisterhood Tree of Life
Her ways are pleasant and all her paths, peaceful. She is a tree of life to those who grasp her, and whoever holds on to her is happy. Proverbs 3:17–18 Honor a loved one or a special occasion by purchasing a leaf on our Tree of Life
To order your Leaf on the Sisterhood Tree of Life, please click on the image or email Marina.
Remember A Loved One
I will give them, in My House And within My walls, A monument and a name Better than sons or daughters. I will give them an everlasting name That shall not perish. (Isaiah 56:5)
We are commanded not merely to grieve but also to remember and to observe.
Temple Emanu-El’s Yahrzeit plaques both perpetuate the cherished memory of the loved ones we have lost and create a permanent family legacy.
Memorializing our loved ones in this way fulfills the commandment to give tzedakah in their honor.
To order your yahrzeit plaque(s) or to reserve a space, please click on the image or emailMarina.
Be sure to set up your password to access your My Emanu-El Account.
If you need assistance, please contact the Administrative Office - 770-395-1340.
