December 28, 2021 - 24 Tevet, 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
The office will be closed on Thursday, December 30th at 2 PM - Friday, December 31st. The office will re-open on Tuesday, January 4th.

Save the dates: upcoming events at Beth El:
January 30th 4 PM Jews and the Supreme Court
March 20th 4 PM Not your Ordinary Passover (Yes, it’s a Food Event) 
April 23rd 7 PM Drive-in Movie-night at Beth El!

More information to follow as dates get closer.
Welcome to the family!

Beth El welcomes our newest members, Len & Judy Elikan.
Thank you to our sponsors!

Tikkun Olam
David and Charlene Cohen
David and Julie Marco

Shalom Rav
Ira and Laurie Berger
MG and Donna Orender
Crucial Care/Mike and Tammy Shumer

Tikvah
Bob and Jane Hersh
John Mitchell and Rachel Marcus-Mitchell
Aggravating…

I’m sick and tired of this Covid curse. I’m venting. I don’t usually vent but I’m “having at it”. Just the simple things that we’ve been robbed of. Oh, I don’t know…like being around people. Having fun. Laughing. Drinking. Now that’s my kind of sport! But people getting sick! Does anyone need anything? I can drop off at your door. As we take care of each other, we truly are a “family” in the best sense of the word. But, since we are all family, I have to apologize to a family member, Estelle. I think I broke her ribs with my forceful hug. Of course, it was “virtual” but you never know. We’ll continue to plod along, getting boosted, wearing masks, taking care of each other and refraining from overzealous hugs. Beth El at its best!

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
Sisterhood showing our First Responders how much they are appreciated by bringing them treats for the holiday season.
Sisters (and friends) staying strong! You are invited!

 —Bone Builders— strong person, strong bones. Bone Builders include warmups, balance, strength, and cool-downs, to maintain or increase strength and rebuild bone matrix. 

Come try it out! Zoom on Tuesday and Friday mornings (twice a week) at 9:30 am. Contact Bobby Adler for more information and the link. b.adler4315@gmail.com

— Yoga Shalom zooms at 10:30 on Wednesday mornings. This beautiful practice can be gentle or vigorous, and incorporates prayers from the morning service. Please contact Elaine Bergstrom for the link. sumieb43@comcast.net
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 grandma@grandmaschickensoup.com and her name is Betsy Maselek. When you place an order, 5% of your purchase will come back to Beth El
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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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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