March 8, 2022 - 5 Adar II, 5782
BETH EL BEACHES
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
MASKS ARE NOW OPTIONAL

Upcoming events at Beth El:

Tomorrow, March 9th - The office will be closed from 9 - 11 AM for professional leadership training

March 19th 6 PM A Purim Spiel

April 2nd Nia Espenship becomes a Bat Mitzvah

April 3rd 5 PM Not Your Ordinary Passover (yes, it's a food event)

April 7th 10 AM Grown Up and Me

April 8th 7 PM New Member Shabbat

April 16th Passover 2nd Seder at Beth El

April 23rd 7 PM Drive-in Movie-night at Beth El!

A big welcome to our newest Beth El members: Daniela, Jesse & Lily Solomon
In the light of the recent conflict on the Ukrainian border, the World Union for Progressive Judaism launches the Ukraine Crisis Fund. We ask people from all over the world to make donations towards the support of the Jewish community in Ukraine.

Money will be spent on individuals and communities to ensure their safety and well-being.

If the conflict escalates further, your money will become crucial and necessary help for many people. If the tension eases, the fund will be spent on the development of the progressive Jewish community in Ukraine.

All of our hearts and minds are with Ukraine and the Ukrainian citizens. If you want to help, you can through the link below.
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I almost forgot to write this week’s eblast article. You would think I’m programmed (obviously not) to wake up, smell the roses, and get crackin’. Lucky for me that Elissa always checks her email for my last minute entries, so I’ll ruminate on Friday night services. Congregants coming back home! It feels so awesome to be back together. Old friends, new friends, guests. I guess you call it solidarity…much like the Ukrainians standing up to Putin. That’s what it feels like to me. No matter how you look at it. Solid!

Grace Belkin
Membership Chair

BETH EL RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Together Educating And Motivating (TEAM)
Contact MISS VICKIE for more information at vickie@bethelbeaches.org
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!” The Gift Shop will be open Sunday Morning, Feb 27, during the School Purim Festival. Or, 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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GIFT

Looking for a gift to give that is priceless:

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

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