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Did you know that Temple Israel hosts many events for families in addition to Religious School programs and classes? Please join us for some after-hours fun! Upcoming programs include: Saturday, 12/10, 5:00 pm, Havdalah, Nerf Night & Smores. Bring your blaster and nerves of steel for an EPIC Nerf battle! Join us as we mark Continue Reading »
Judaism is often lauded for its sensitive and helpful traditions surrounding mourning and care for the bereaved. Yet much less is commonly known about the sacred tasks of caring for the deceased between the time of death and burial. The Chevra Kadisha/Jewish Burial Society, a group of anonymous volunteers, is entrusted with these tasks. These Continue Reading »
Hanukkah begins at sundown on Sunday, December 18. Activities are planned for all ages, beginning with candle-lighting every evening in the “Hands of Hope” menorah in the garden courtyard. (In the case of inclement weather, the festivities will move indoors.) Don’t miss these special events! Sunday, 12/18, 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Hanukkah Story Time with Continue Reading »
A Water from the Well blog post,
Parashat Chayei Sarah
Written by Rabba Kaya Stern-Kaufman,
This week’s Torah portion opens just after the trauma of the Akeida, that is, the binding of Isaac on the altar by his father Abraham. It is very difficult to imagine the effect of such an experience upon Isaac who, while tied down upon an altar, watches his father lift the knife above him. Of Continue Reading »
The 2022 Annual Fund Appeal preserves our sukkat shlomekha — shelter of peace — keeping us safe from the storms of nature and offering a welcoming center for Jewish study, prayer, celebrations, and culture. This year’s Annual Fund focuses on two essential areas identified by our Temple Board. Roof and Air Handlers After 35 years, the air handlers that cool Continue Reading »
This year the Temple will once again offer Shabbat yoga on select Saturdays (see Calendar) from 9-10am in the Social Hall. I want to explore the question you may be asking yourself: why would I practice yoga on Shabbat? Or what is the connection between yoga and Shabbat? I think one of the best ways Continue Reading »
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