January 3, 2017/5777
TI teens in Haifa last week
Calendar On the Calendar
9 Tevet, 5777
Genesis  44:18−47:27

Ezekiel 37:15-28


Listen to the latest Pulpit on the Common
Friday, January 6
6:00 p.m.  Qabbalat Shabbat

Charles Silverman will chant Qiddush

Saturday, January 7
9:00 a.m. Early Morning Shabbat Service and Torah Study

10:00 a.m. Thank Goodness It's Shabbat!

10:15 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service

Charles Silverman Bar Mitzvah

Are you or is someone you know celebrating a wedding? An engagement? A new baby? Do you know someone who is ill or in need of a friendly, supportive call? Please let our clergy know by emailing Melissa Carp, Executive Coordinator for Rabbi Zecher, who is more than happy to help you.
Support Temple Israel with the Friends Annual Fund
Have you made your donation to the Temple Israel Friends Annual Fund yet? It's not too late, donate now to support the many wonderful programs offered at Temple Israel. Gifts of any amount make a difference; please consider one of the following donation levels: 
  •          $36 supports the weekly Torah study discussion and Qiddush
  •          $72 supports a session of the TILLI morning study group
  •          $250 supports one student for the semester long Pre-K Sunday school program
  •          $500 supports an enhanced Oneg Shabbat following one of our endowed lectures
  •          $1,000 funds one semester-long course for teens enrolled in The Tent
If you have any questions about the Friends Annual Fund please contact Julie.
Tikkun Central
Shabbat Tzedek with the NAACP's Michael Curry
Friday, January 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us for an inspirational Shabbat Tzedek, a Sabbath of Justice, to celebrate the values and life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We will welcome the Boston Children's Chorus, the Temple Israel Youth Choir, students from Beacon Academy, and the NAACP's Michael Curry.

Michael Curry was elected as the President of the Boston Branch of the NAACP in 2010, to the National NAACP Board of Directors in 2014, and was recently appointed to the National NAACP's Executive Committee.

Last week, Boston NAACP branch president Michael Curry spoke to WBUR 90.9 FM about civil rights in 2016. Take a listen here, before we hear him speak at Temple Israel.
Other MLK Weekend Opportunities
Saturday, 1/14 at 9:00 a.m.
Join a special Saturday morning Torah Study, with a special focus on racial justice, led by the Temple Israel clergy.

 Sunday, 1/15
Bethel AME at 11:00 a.m. 
Bethel AME has invited members of Temple Israel to visit their congregation during their Sunday worship and MLK commemoration services. To participate, email Tali. Space is limited.
Monday, 1/16
10:00 a.m. at Boston Latin School.
Join Temple Israel for a Day of Service. Boston Cares has created opportunities for 750 volunteers to support Boston youth. Please register and then let Tali know you will be attending.
 Tuesday, 1/17
Join us for a screening of Ava DuVernay's documentary "13TH", exploring the journey from slavery to mass incarceration, which the Boston Globe has called "among the very best movies of 2016" and "probably the most important." RSVP to Tali.
Center for Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Israel
Mindfulness Meditation
with Douglas Baker, LICSW, RYT
Starting in January; Sundays from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Mindfulness   Meditation  is a simple-to-learn methodology for managing stress, anxiety, and depression. Learn the basics and how to apply it in everyday life. Please contact David if you are interested.
A History of Jewish Music: An exploration from the perspectives of four Jewish musicians
Mondays, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (Dinner included)
  • January 9 - Singing the Torah: An Introduction to Torah Cantillation with Cantor Roy Einhorn.
  • January 23 & 30 - Sephardic Music: Your Jewish Musical Suitcase: Understanding the Jewish Music of our Childhood with Cantor Lynn Torgove, Head of Vocal Arts and Instructor of Jewish Music at Hebrew College
  • February 6 - Midrash Mishmash: Voices of Klezmer Musicians Past and Present with Cantor Becky Khitrik, Education Director at Temple Beth Zion.
  • February 13 & 27 - Jewish Music of the 20th Century: Learning about Shlomo Carlebach & Debbie Friedman with Cantor Jeff Klepper. 
Course Fee: $180 for Members/$240 for Non-Members (Included in  Monday Full Year Subscription).
Consider joining us for a whole year of learning through the Center for Adult Jewish Learning:
  • Monday Evening Course Subscription allows you to enjoy all six courses for $450/yr. for members and $600/yr. for non-members (includes dinner)
  • Thursday Evening Course Subscription allows you to enjoy all six courses for $300/yr. for members and $500/yr. for non-members
For more information on the Center for Adult Jewish Learning, please  visit our website to see our brochure and to register for classes . For more information, contact  David . 
Join AJWS for a Private Screening of  Ixcanul
Thursday, January 19, 2017 
6:30 p.m. Light refreshments 
7:00 p.m. Film screening
Hosted by  TI member,  Bea Wilderman at Temple Israel 

Ixcanul (Volcano), Guatemala's first-ever Academy Awards entry, is a captivating film that explores the balance of tradition and modernity for indigenous women. Through hypnotically beautiful cinematography, we come to know 17-year-old María, a Mayan girl who is forced into an arranged marriage. When a shocking complication forces her to interact with the modern world, we learn just how little control she has over her own destiny.

Following the film, join AJWS staff for a discussion about their work in Guatemala and how their global partners are working to address the issues in the film.  Space is limited. Please RSVP by January 10 .
headlinesTemple Israel's Making Headlines
December 30, 2016
Klepper kibbitzes Klezmer
The Jewish Advocate - Featuring TI member, Jeff Klepper
 December 23, 2016
Brandeis study on keeping children of same-sex parents Jewish
The Jewish Advocate - Featuring lead researcher and TI member, Jonathan Krasner
LifecycleLife Cycle Events
We celebrate the engagement of:
Michelle Okun  and  Lindsie  Alterman  
Michelle is the daughter of  Linda and Henry Okun

Joanna Sandman and Anuj Khetarpal
Joanna is the daughter of Nancy and Michael Sandman
We mourn the loss of:
Richard Brooks
December 28, 2016 (28 Kislev, 5777)
Husband of Beverlee Brooks
Father of Elizabeth (Liz) Brooks and Abigail (Abby) Brooks
FJECC:  2017-2018 Openings
We are now accepting applications for our Toddler and Preschool classes for September 2017. The Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center has been highlighted in the Boston Magazine as among the best preschools in Boston. This school is accredited locally as well as nationally through the NAEYC.  For more information or an application, please contact   Lisa .  She is also available to show you the school.
TILLI Winter Session 2017
The TILLI Winter Session will focus on how Reform Judaism is meeting the needs and challenges of contemporary life. You may register for the full series or for individual programs. All three programs are free and open to the entire community. Read more.
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