Beth El Bulletin

November 10, 2020 - 23 Cheshvan, 5781

BETH EL BEACHES

Rabbi: Michael Matuson, D.H.L., D.D.

Cantorial Soloist: Laurie Simmons

2020-2021 Executive Board Member

President: Charlie Frohman

Vice President: Rachel Marcus-Hendry Mitchell

Interim Treasurer: Chip Morris

Secretary: Joy Shultz

2020-2021 Committee Chairs

Worship & L/T Finance: Neal Goldman

Facilities: Ron Van

Education Director: Vickie Kennedy

Membership: Grace Belkin

Library: Bobby Adler

Archives: Chip Morris

Education: Ilyse Greene

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BETH EL HAPPENINGS

IMPORTANT!

New Protocol for Rabbi's Thursday morning zoom discussion group and Friday morning zoom Torah study. As of this week, please rsvp in advance (no later than the day before) if you are planning to attend. Thank you for your time and understanding. You can email Elissa at elissa@bethelbeaches.org

ALL SERVICES AND EVENTS AT BETH EL ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. WE WILL BE RE-EVALUATING ON A WEEKLY BASIS!

We can all use some good news. Please submit anything you would like to share with your Beth El family by Thursday at 5 PM to elissa@bethelbeaches.org.

Share your joys, accomplishments, bragging rights of someone you love, children, grandchildren or anything else that is good and you want to shout it from the rooftop. Your Beth El family wants to share in your happiness.

I can't wait to hear from you and all the good news!

Click here to email Elissa some good news!

BETH EL RELIGIOUS SCHOOL

Together Educating And Motivating (TEAM)

Contact MISS VICKIE for more information at vickie@bethelbeaches.org

2020-2021 SCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM

MEDICAL RELEASE FORM

Tzedakah Project

Replenish the Pantries Food Drive

During these challenging times we know that food insecurity is, unfortunately, a huge concern in many families. There are families who are utilizing food banks for the first time. Local food pantries are experiencing exceptionally high demand and facing critical shortages. This is due, in part, to the rise in unemployment and homelessness in our community linked to Covid19. The food pantries do a fantastic job of providing for those in need but they need help keeping their pantries stocked.

Beth El congregants are invited to join the Religious School for the Tzedakah Project. We are looking forward to the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of members of our community.

Details and suggestions:

Food will be collected at Beth El December 2-3. Members of the education committee will transport to the collection site. The food is then distributed to over 20 local food pantries.
What is needed (but not limited to):

NO fresh items, anything packaged in glass or anything with an expired date

Canned goods

Pasta
Rice
Cereals
Oatmeal
Boxed Milk
Cooking Oil
Condiments

Sugar
Flour
Coffee
Tea
Juices
Cooking Oil
Canned meats (tuna, salmon, chicken, etc,)
Grocery store gift cards

By Grace Belkin

I got an email.....

I got an email after my last eblast article, hoping that my knees were in better shape than that 16 year old’s, which reminded me of an article I wrote some time ago. You know the one....where I discussed all the braces, bandages, casts, canes, crutches, boots, face guards, and slings stored in our linen closet. Easy access to my medical equipment is a top priority and critical component to my being able to successfully maneuver around the house. Matter of fact, equipment is strategically placed throughout the entire house. If, in fact, you are in need, let me know! We had our family over with all seven grandchildren a couple of years ago and were able to equip each one with several medical necessities just for kidding around.

Now that I think about it, so many people do not have the luxury of kidding around, especially now. I realize this is round about, but in that thoughtful vein, if you are able to donate to our ‘refilling the pantry” project (see above for details), you would relieve some of the pressure so many feel. Thank you ahead of time.

Please read this article which was featured in this month's Jewish Life magazine from our very own congregant, Ron Rapaport.

BETH EL BROTHERHOOD

Beth El Brotherhood Application

BETH EL SISTERHOOD

2019-2020 Sisterhood Application

Sisterhood Calendar

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.

BRICK ORDER FORM

COMMUNITY EVENTS

BETH EL SPONSOR

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Have something you want to share with your Beth El family? Want to advertise your business for a small fee? Email me at Elissa@bethelbeaches.org and it will be featured in our weekly e blast.

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