EREV SHABBAT SERVICE (multi-access) Friday, September 12, 6:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join us online or in person for an Erev Shabbat service. Join us at 5:45 p.m., before the service, for an oneg sponsored by Joseph & Eve Shvidler in honor of their daughter Sophia's bat mitzvah—mazel tov!
TORAH STUDY, SHABBAT SERVICE, AND BAT MITZVAH OF SOPHIA SHVIDLER (multi-access) Saturday, September 13, 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Our Saturday worship experience begins with Torah study, which goes from 9:00–9:45 a.m. This is followed by Shabbat services beginning at 10:00 a.m. (online and in person) and the bat mitzvah of Sophia Shvidler. After the service, the community is warmly welcomed to join the family for a kiddush luncheon in the social hall.
S'LICHOT PROGRAM AND SERVICE (multi-access)
Saturday, September 13, 7:00 p.m.
In order to do something important, we need preparation, practice, and focus. S’lichot provides an inspirational and aspirational way to begin the High Holy Day season. It gives us an opportunity to reflect, discuss, and reacquaint ourselves with the melodies and message of the Holy Days.
This year's program? Let's talk about psalms! You're invited to join us this Saturday evening for both the program and service. We will conclude with changing our colorful Torah covers and decor to their Holy Day whites.
HIGH HOLY DAYS
L’Shanah tovah tikateivu! May you be inscribed for a good year.
Our High Holy Day services are right around the corner, and we hope you're just as excited as we are to come together! S'lichot is this Saturday, September 13, and Rosh HaShanah is soon to follow.
There is still time to mark your calendars and register for Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur passes if you aren't a member! Passes will be mailed to you if you register by the September 16 deadline. Register here!
If you're a member of Temple Beth El, you should've received your pass in the mail—if you didn't get the High Holy Days booklet, contact the office. If you have family members in town that would also like to attend services, or if you are a member of another synagogue, please contact Teddy at frontdesk@tbetacoma.org about passes.
We are pleased to offer childcare for children ages six months through six years of age for several of our holiday services. The deadline for childcare registration is Sunday, September 14 and reservations are mandatory. The cost is $18 per child, per session. We will provide light snacks and activities to keep the kids engaged. For more information and to sign up, click here.
For the full schedule of services, non-member registration, Book of Remembrance submissions, and more information about the High Holy Day Food Drive, please visit the High Holy Day page of the TBE website.
UPCOMING EVENTS
LAMED VAV SPEAKER SERIES: SAUL KORIN & TORI SCHWARTZ (multi-access) Thursday, September 18, 11:00 a.m.
Welcome Saul Korin, Director of the Pacific Region of the Jewish National Fund, and Tori Schwartz, Director of Development for the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, as our next speakers! Saul and Tori will talk with our community about the vital role of legacy and planned giving, and how bequests sustain Jewish institutions for generations to come. No need to RSVP, but contact Teddy at frontdesk@tbetacoma.org if you are looking for the link to attend online.
"THE POWER OF HELLO" SECURITY TRAINING FOR THE HIGH HOLY DAYS Sunday, September 21, 1:30 p.m.
The Security Committee invites you to attend security training in preparation for the High Holy Days. Instructor Lee Yates, Security Director of Secure Community Network / SAFE Washington, will be training Greeters, Ushers, and anyone who is interested in improving our security during the High Holy Days (and beyond!). Please see this page for details and to register (no cost).
HOME OF PEACE CEMETERY ANNUAL PILGRIMMAGE Sunday, September 28, 11:00 a.m.
It is traditional to visit the graves of relatives during the High Holy Days. Temple Beth El clergy will be on hand to meet graveside with family members. The cemetery's address is available here. If you have questions, reach out to info@homeofpeacecemetery.org.
BREAK-THE-FAST Thursday, October 2, following N'ilah and Yizkor services
Sisterhood warmly invites you to join us for Break-the-Fast in the social hall, immediately following Yom Kippur N'ilah and Yizkor services. Let's share in community as we enjoy a reprieve from fasting. We are gratefully accepting side dishes and desserts for this special meal—please drop off contributions in the temple kitchen by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 2. Ensure dishes are labeled with your name and serving instructions, and note that dishes must be dairy or pareve and peanut-free (no meat, peanuts, or peanut oil).
We also welcome volunteers to help set up and clean up the social hall. If you're looking to help out, contact Sisterhood at sisterhood@tbetacoma.org.
OPPORTUNITIES
HIGH HOLY DAYS APPEAL
The generosity of our members and supporters sustains and enhances the programs, services, and community that are so important to us all. Please consider donating by following this link.
ETROG & LULAV SETS FOR SALE
Still looking for a place to get your Etrog & Lulav set this year? We have seven sets available for purchase. All sets are grown in and shipped directly from Israel. Each set comes with etrog (with pitam), lulav, three hadassim (myrtle) stems, two arava (willow) stems, lulav holder and rings, and assembly instructions. To ensure freshness, all sets are shipped to arrive just before the chag and can be picked up at TBE. It's $80/set and there's limited quantity, so grab yours today!
LET'S GET IT STARTED: INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM
Our Intro to Judaism class offers an engaging overview of Jewish holidays, rituals, prayer, texts, beliefs and values—perfect for those who aren't Jewish and looking to learn more, as well as for Jews seeking a deeper understanding. The catch is that we need a few more participants to make the class happen. Please consider joining us! Click here for class dates and registration.
BECOME A BUDDY FOR NEW MEMBERS
Many new members have joined TBE over the past few months. It would be lovely to pair them up with members who would enjoy being temple buddies! If you are interested in joining the Temple Buddies group and would like to learn more, please email Mady Plumer at membership@tbetacoma.org.
HIGH HOLY DAYS FOOD DRIVE
Food security is a huge concern in Pierce County, with 1 in 10 wondering where their next meal will come from. We encourage everyone to raise donations for the Emergency Food Network (EFN), a local program supporting this struggle. At our holiday services, and during September, you can collect a bag to fill with items the EFN has listed as most crucial (including non-perishables, feminine products, and baby care items). You can also participate by making a monetary donation—help TBE raise our $5,000 goal by checking out our EFN page.
INFORMATION
OFFICE CLOSURES FOR THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
Please note that the temple office will be closed on September 23, September 24, October 2, and October 6 due to the holidays.
JUDAICA SHOP
Over the summer months, the shop will only be open on Friday evenings. You can visit the shop on September 5, 12, 19, and 26, from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m., or by scheduling an appointment. To schedule, please get in touch with judaica@tbetacoma.org! Note that the shop accepts card transactions only.
CONTACT THE CLERGY
If you have a question or concern you would like to share with the clergy, please email Rabbi Gorban at rabbigorban@tbetacoma.org.
TACHLIS
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