Shabbat Shalom

Mazal Tov to Tanya Joffee Feldberg & Neal Joffee on their 15th anniversary on December 18

Mazal Tov to Gail & Steven Katz on their 55th anniversary on December 18

Mazal Tov to Trude Turnquist-Held & Alan Held on their 40th anniversary on December 22

Mazal Tov to Arlene & Alvin Dietz on their 60th anniversary on December 23

Mazal Tov to Adina & Jacob Konikoff on the birth of their son, Azarya Yehuda. Mazal Tov to proud grandparents Anita & Sid Konikoff.

MINYAN TIME CHANGE

As we look ahead to Winter Break, please note: 

On Saturday, December 25, minchah will be moved to 12:30 pm immediately following Shabbat lunch. There will be no ma’ariv service that day.

Please help us ensure that we have a minyan for Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday December 24 and Friday December 31 as well!

YEAR END GIVING

For those considering a year-end contribution to Beth El Synagogue or the Beth El Foundation, thank you!  

You can find year end giving tips and make a tax deductible donation HERE

RABBINIC SEARCH UPDATE

As 2021 draws to a close, the Beth El search committee is actively and enthusiastically engaged in finding our next assistant rabbi. Our goal is to communicate clearly to all potential candidates what a vibrant, spiritual and welcoming synagogue we all know Beth El to be.   

Read more HERE

TALKING ABOUT CRITICAL RACE THEORY



THIS SUNDAY, December 19 | 9:30 am | via Zoom

What is “critical race theory,” and why has it animated so many heated discussions nationally?

The Tikkun Olam / Social Justice Committee’s Antiracism Team seeks to address these questions and more in its Talking About discussion series. Attendees will have an opportunity to review short background passages then freely and safely explore the meaning, impact and response to critical race theory.

Whether you are new to the topic, already have an opinion or just want to make sense of the debate, consider attending our first discussion on December 19th at 9:30 a.m. via Zoom, facilitated by Naomi Zuk, Bob Fine and Aklilu Dunlap.

Register to receive the Zoom link HERE

TEEN/PARENT CIVIL RIGHTS TRIP

WITH RABBI DAVIS

For 9th-12th Graders & Their Parent(s)

March 27 - March 30, 2022

Spend three days and three nights traveling through the south while visiting historic sites from key moments in the civil rights movement. We will be exploring Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, and Birmingham on this trip facilitated by ETGAR 36.

Learn more HERE

Register to participate HERE

Deposits deadline extended to December 24, 2021

Scholarships available upon request - Contact Rabbi Davis at adavis@bethelsynagogue.org

All are invited to honor Rabbi Olitzky and his dedication and commitment to this work with a tribute to be included in the tribute book given to Rabbi Olitzky as we celebrate on Shabbat morning, January 22, 2022.

All contributions will help seed the newly established Rabbi Avi Olitzky Youth Engagement Fund, ensuring that Rabbi Olitzky’s dedication and commitment to Youth engagement at Beth El will continue for years to come.

All Tribute Book submissions due by December 20, 2021 | Learn more HERE

SOCKS FOR TZEDAKAH

We are off to a GREAT start with our Socks For Tzedakah drive - we have already collected 552 pairs of socks and we still have two weeks to go!

Help us reach our goal of 700 pairs of socks!

Wool blends are favored for their ability to wick moisture away and maintain warmth. Most of those seeking help are men, but women's and children's socks accepted as well.

We are collecting socks until December 30 - Stop by and drop in the bin by the Welcome Desk during the week!

KOSHER TAKE OUT

Spirit of Asia is now offering Kosher Dinner Menu Specials available for pick up and limited delivery on Thursday each week! The dinners will be “chilled for reheat” so they are perfect for a Shabbat Dinner!

Next week's menu and ordering details can be found HERE

Questions? Contact spiritofasia@comcast.net