April 12, 2022 - 11 Nissan, 5782
Rabbi: Michael Matuson, D.H.L., D.D.
Cantorial Soloist: Laurie Simmons
2021-2022 Executive Board Member
Co-Presidents: Karen Freedman & Tammy Shumer
Past President: Charlie Frohman
Vice President: Rachel Marcus-Hendry Mitchell
Treasurer: Rob Udell
Secretary: Joy Shultz
2021-2022 Committee Chairs
Adult Education: Stacey Jewesak & Hanna Moore
Archives: Chip Morris
Education Director: Vickie Kennedy
Education: Ilyse Greene
Facilities: Ron Van & Buzzy Klausner
Library: Bobby Adler
Membership: Grace Belkin & Holly Udell
Ritual/Worship: Brad Leiser
Ways & Means: Lori Shapiro
BETH EL HAPPENINGS
Upcoming events:

10:30 AM Every Wednesday - Yoga

April 14th 10 AM - Grown Up & Me

April 16th 5:30 PM - Passover 2nd night Seder at Beth El

April 23rd 10 Am - Yizkor Service

April 29th 7 PM - Student led Shabbat honoring Rabbi Michael Matuson
Dear Beth El Congregants,    
 
We are seeking prospective members to the 2022-2023 Board of Trustees. If you are interested in exploring participation on the Board, please fill out this short application.  Working via a variety of committees, our Board of Trustees plans and organizes various programs and activities ensuring the Synagogue has direction and focus. The board works to maintain the health of our community: the financial health, the wellbeing of our clergy and staff, solving key long-term issues, and creating a bold vision moving forward.
 
The members of the Board of Trustees are elected once a year for a two-year term, and all Synagogue members are welcome to apply for Board positions. The slate of candidates will be put forth to the community by May 13th. 
 
As Rabbi Sacks once said, “The Jewish Community could not exist for a day without its volunteers.” We are so grateful for our members and appreciate everything you do for Beth El.
 
With gratitude,
Tammy Shumer and Karen Freedman
Beth El Co-Presidents
And…

an awesome night it was. The New Member Shabbat. As Rabbi Matuson said (and I can’t quite remember verbatim)…three generations on the Bima. In no small measure the past difficulties of dealing with Covid vanquished with a reverence for Judaism and Community. What a warm and fun and reinvigorating night it was.

And to underscore growth (both Beth El’s and mine), I have moved on from aligning and realigning items in my closet to the kitchen. A warning…stay out of the kitchen ‘til I am through. The Vietnam Veterans are here regularly to pick up what I put on the front porch. They are a welcome sight just as the New Member Shabbat was a welcome sight to behold.

Grace Belkin
Membership Chair

BETH EL RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Together Educating And Motivating (TEAM)
Contact MISS VICKIE for more information at vickie@bethelbeaches.org
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL MODEL SEDER
Beth El, The Beaches Synagogue Religious School seeks educator with warmth, vision, and collaborative spirit, to create a meaningful educational experience for our students in Grades K-7. Our Synagogue is a diverse, inclusive, and active Reform congregation located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
·       Requirements:
-Love of children
-Love of Judaism

         Job Type: Part-time. August- May Sundays 9:00-12:00
Contact: Vickie Kennedy vickie@bethelbeaches.org 904-273-9100
BETH EL BROTHERHOOD
BETH EL SISTERHOOD
— Gift Shop! Our energetic Gift Shop Chair Rose Aglieco says, "SHOP till you drop" at Beth El's gift shop for all your Passover needs/wants! Seder plates, matzah covers, afikomen covers, charoset dishes. Hostess gifts, jewelry and gifts for little people!”  Feel free to contact Rose for a time that is convenient  Rza819@comcast.net or  914-413-2074
FRESH FROM THE KILN
ORDER YOUR RED-HOT BRICKS NOW!

Need that special way to remember a person or occasion? Purchase a BRICK that will become a part of the path leading into Beth El The Beaches Synagogue. The next time you are walking into Beth El, please take a moment to look down and take notice of the BRICKS leading to the front entry. These are abiding remembrances that warm your heart each time you enter Beth El.

You can still take advantage of this year’s Brick Sale. For only $100, you can purchase 2 bricks. The bricks become a permanent part of our synagogue. Our lively chair Paula Klausner will be delighted to help you.

Contact her at poopsiek@gmail.com or call her at 904-662-4339.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Simple ways to help donate to Beth El without leaving your home or affecting your wallet!
Want to ship homemade chicken soup to those you love? Whether someone is sick or just needs to feel a little of "home", you can reach out to and her name is Betsy Maselek. When you place an order, 5% of your purchase will come back to Beth El. grandma@grandmaschickensoup.com
Shop on Amazon? Simply select "Beth El-the Beaches Synagogue Inc" as your charity and activate AmazonSmile in the app or online. They'll donate a portion of your eligible purchases to us.
How it works:
1. Open the Amazon app on your phone
2. Select the main menu (=) & tap on "AmazonSmile" within Programs & Features
3. Select "Beth El-the Beaches Synagogue Inc" as your charity
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate AmazonSmile in the mobile app 
BETH EL SPONSOR
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CONTACT US
Beth El-The Beaches Synagogue
288 N. Roscoe Blvd.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

904.273.9100
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  • A personalized leaf or rock for our Tree of Life
  • An inscribed Prayer Book for our Sanctuary

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