Friday, May 6 5:45 PM Paint-a-Prayer Mural Dedication Join us in the lobby as we dedicate the beautiful mural that was created by congregants and students with artist-in-residence, Jennifer Levine.
6:00 PM Family Education Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib, Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh May Birthday Blessings Dinner to follow for those who registered. Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, May 7 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Lavner CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Rhoda Ryba Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot on Sunday, May 8 or 15.
We will resume on Sunday, May 22 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8! Wishing all those celebrating a very happy Mother's Day.
Wendy Stahler created this "MOM" challah for the special occassion! _________________________________________________
Check out our new accessible doors! Use the entrance by the coat room and just wave your fob and press the button to come in.
Before After _________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE! Friday, June 3, 6:00 PM Shabbat Under the Stars/Pride Shabbat/Czech Scroll Unveiling
We will be outside in the parking lot for this special Shabbat. We will supply the chairs; you can bring the cheer! Bring a bottle and toast our 75th anniversary and kick off the beginning of summer. Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. in the lobby with a festive Pre-neg and an unveiling of our new Czech Scroll mural.
80 years ago, in 1942, the Jews of Louny, Tábor and Svêtlá nad Sázavou, Czechoslovakia, were murdered by the Nazis during the Holocaust. Three of the Czech Torah scrolls that originated in those towns, are currently held in the holy arks of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am in Abington, Pennsylvania. Now coinciding with our 75th anniversary, these three Torahs will be honored.
We have commissioned prominent artist Murrie Gayman to create a mural depicting the three towns, their Jewish citizens, and the Torahs they prayed with. The “Little Torah from Svêtlá” encased in plexiglass is flanked by representations of the Louny and Tábor Torahs, thus creating a lasting memorial dedicated to the Brill Family in memory the ten who perished in the Shoah.
Service begins at 7:00 p.m. with a special Oneg to follow. _________________________________________________
Book of Remembrance
It’s hard to believe, but the High Holy Days are quickly approaching!
We will continue the sacred Jewish custom of publishing a "Book of Remembrance." This will include the prayers and readings used during our annual Yizkor service on Yom Kippur Day.
If you would like to honor the memory of your loved ones in this year's book, please use the online form in ShulCloud.
If you have not logged into your ShulCloud account, please contact the office at (215) 886-8000 so we can send you a new log-in link. You must do so first before submitting your Book of Remembrance form.
CLICK HERE to make your submissions. Cost: $18/Name
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Jeff and Cindy Band are beyond excited for their son Dylan Band, who will be graduating from Temple University on May 5 with his Masters Degree in Jazz Performance. Dylan recently in a college-wide competition where Temple came in 2nd place and Dylan won best saxophone soloist! They cannot wait to see what happens in his future with his amazing talent, humbleness, and hard work. _________________________________________________
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, May 3, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "TET." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
CLICK HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) __________________________________________________
WE ARE MOBILE!
We are excited to announce the release of our new mobile app for ShulCloud. Old York Road Temple-Beth Am’s app keeps you up-to-date with the latest news, events and happenings at the synagogue. For iPhone users: go into your app store and search for "Old York Road Temple-Beth Am" download and open. App for Android will be coming soon!
The app features:
Member Directory
Newsletters & Events
Calendar
Donate
Event Sign Up
The app lets members view and pay their synagogue commitment online. It also allows you to update your profile, account and other information.
_________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, May 4, 6:45 PM - TBT Chapel
Come Celebrate Israel! Education Shabbat Family Friendly Service and Dinner Friday, May 6. Registration Deadline May 4 Service: 6:00 PM Dinner: 7:00 PM
Special May birthday blessings
Student artwork will be on display
Mensch Lab K-3 students will sing Shabbat songs
Mensch Lab 4-6 students will lead portions of the service
Come get comfortable on the bimah!
Children in The School of Early Learning will close the service with Hatikvah
$20.00 per family Register HERE. Download flyer HERE. _________________________________________________
Scouts, Trailblazers, Pathfinders, Explorers: A History of Women Rabbis Facilitated by: Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg Mondays: May 9 and May 16, 7:00 PM
Learn all about these revolutionary women. In-person or on Zoom.
Click HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 872 2736 8271 Passcode: 812258
Reservations required. RSVP to Stacey Mardt, smardt@oyrtbetham.org. __________________________________________________
Annual Congregation Meeting Sunday, May 15, 9:30 AM
Meet us in the Molish Sanctuary/Strick Auditorium for a complimentary breakfast. RSVPs are required if you are attending in person. We will review 2022 and look forward to 2023! If you would like to attend on Zoom, information is provided below.
Click HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 876 5391 6047 Passcode: Annual __________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger Tuesday, May 17, on Zoom Facilitated by Debbie Neibauer
In the summer of 1932, on the banks of Minnesota’s Gilead River, Odie O’Banion is an orphan confined to the Lincoln Indian Training School, a pitiless place where his lively nature earns him the superintendent’s wrath. Forced to flee after committing a terrible crime, he and his brother, Albert, their best friend, Mose, and a brokenhearted little girl named Emmy steal away in a canoe, heading for the mighty Mississippi and a place to call their own.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 __________________________________________________
Sisterhood Rosh Chodesh Wednesday, May 18, 7:00 PM Register by Sunday, May 15
Location: Home of Sandie Buller, 6500 Centennial Station, Warminster.
RSVPs are required to Sandie at (267) 387-6002 by Sunday, May 15. Program facilitated by Brenda Goodis - Torah Yoga will explore how Hebrew letters can be used in yoga poses to create an uplifting, spiritual experience. __________________________________________________
BAFTY Annual Fundraiser Dinner Friday, May 20, 5:00 PM Services to follow at 7:00 PM
Help our teens learn to lead as they prepare a delicious spaghetti dinner.
Rise Against Hunger - Food Packing Event Sunday, May 22, 9:30 AM in the Strick Auditorium Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 15
All year long our congregation, SOEL and Mensch Lab have been raising money to honor our 75th anniversary. We aimed to buy 7500+ meals for hungry neighbors around the globe. We have reached our fundraising goal!
Now… it’s time to pack those meals Mensch Lab students invite members of our community to join us on May 22 for a fun, high energy, mitzvah experience. To volunteer, please use the link below. After your registration is complete we will contact you with the specifics.
Register HERE by May 15. Sunday Mensch Lab students do not need to register. Congregants and Beit Noar students who are not part of our Sunday morning program MUST register to participate.
We are now accepting donations for Sisterhood's Vintage sale. Dowload full list HERE. Call the main office (215) 886-8000 before heading over to deliver your items._________________________________________________
Sisterhood Needs Your Help! We are looking for a congregant who would like to Co-manage the gift shop.
We are looking for someone who can:
Organize and maintain shop appearance
Clean and rotate merchandise, update in-window displays
Price the merchandise
Organize volunteer staffing
Has knowledge of Judaica, including what types of general, holiday, gift and home items are needed to sell
Keep inventory and order new stock if/when needed
Work with gift shop financial person submitting invoices
Any questions, please contact Eileen Simmons,eileensimmons47@gmail.com_________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE! Family Israel Exploration December 21, 2023- January 2, 2024
Led by Rabbi Tornberg. On the exploration, you can expect an opening tree-planting ceremony, Masada, Dead Sea, hands-on archaeological sifting, and much more. For more information contact Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg at stornberg@oyrtbetham.org
Jewish & New-ish: A Supportive Online Space for Those Who Have Recently (0-5 Years) Converted to Judaism Thursday, May 5, 8:00 PM on Zoom
Have you converted to Judaism in the past five years? Join an online gathering where you can make connections, process your experiences, and learn with others in this safe space offered through a Reform Jewish lens.
Learn more and register HERE. _________________________________________________
Bucks County Jewish Festival 2022 Sunday, May 15, 12:00-3:00 PM
Bucks County Community College is holding its biennial Bucks County Jewish Festival. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an amazing day of fun, featuring food, music, kids' activities, crafts and so much more. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, April 29 7:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib, Cantor Zarkh & Adult Choir Rabbi Leib's Remarks: "This week in the Jewish calendar: distinct yet dangerous." April Anniversary Blessings Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Bimah baskets sponsored by Rishona and Scott Myers in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Amanda. CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, April 30 8:45 AM *Please note time change for this week Torah Study led by Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
9:45 AM *Please note time change for this week Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Barry Stein Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
10:00 AM Saturday Morning Service in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream. BAT MITZVAH: AMANDA MYERS Daughter of Rishona and Scott Myers
BAT MITZVAH - AMANDA MYERS
I’ve loved to be with and work with animals since I was little, especially cats. So, for my Bat Mitzvah project I am holding a fundraiser for Forgotten Cats. I chose Forgotten Cats, because in November of 2021 my family adopted two kittens named Princess and Sweetie from them.
Forgotten Cats even let us get them a few days earlier than planned. They were very nice people to talk to and we are glad that they gave us the chance to adopt Princess and Sweetie (who we later renamed Lily). Princess and Lily quickly became a part of our family and we have loved these two cats ever since.
For my Bat Mitzvah you can make a monetary donation in honor of my Bat Mitzvah, directly to Forgotten Cats through this link: https://forgottencats.org/services/donate/
Or, I will be collecting the following items: -Kitten food – wet & dry -Cat food – wet & dry -Cat Carriers -Cat Litter -Cat Treats
Items can be dropped off at my mom’s shop Olive Lucy 301 Leedom Street Jenkintown, PA 19046 Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm; Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm.
I will be collecting now through the end of May. Thank you for helping me make a difference in these forgotten cats’ lives.
Thank you for supporting me in my Mitzvah Project.
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, May 1, 11:00 AM
This week we will be studying Chapter 5:21 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 _________________________________________________
Thank you to Wendy Stahler for this beautiful Schlissel Challah! There is an Ashkenazi custom to bake a key-shaped challah for the first Shabbat after Passover. Schlissel Challah is believed to be a good omen (segula) for livelihood (parnassa).
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27~ Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Service: 7:00 PM. Program: 7:30 PM
Virtual & In-Person Options Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Click HERE to watch on Livestream._________________________________________________
Mazel Tov to Michelle Cheifetz!
Michelle was accepted to the University of Pennsylvania. She will be taking classes towards a Master's in Social Work.
We want to thank everyone who participated in Mitzvah Day this past Sunday. Working together and helping the communities around us is what's all about. If you have missed the opportunity to help, look out for next year's email for volunteers.
We thank the following companies who provided gift cards for our Mitzvah day projects.
We are excited to announce the release of our new mobile app for ShulCloud. Old York Road Temple-Beth Am’s app keeps you up-to-date with the latest news, events and happenings at the synagogue. For iPhone users: go into your app store and search for "Old York Road Temple-Beth Am" download and open. App for Android will be coming soon!
The app features:
Member Directory
Newsletters & Events
Calendar
Donate
Event Sign Up
The app lets members view and pay their synagogue commitment online. It also allows you to update your profile, account and other information.
_________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, April 27, 6:45 PM - TBT Chapel
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Last Chance To Register Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club Deadline to RSVP is Thursday, April 28
Join Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra Bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE_________________________________________________
Beth Am Dine and Donate Wednesday, May 4 ~ All Day!
Enjoy a nice meal at Iron Hill Brewery (Huntingdon Valley) proceeds will be donated to Beth Am! Show the virtual flyer to your server.
Come Celebrate Israel! Education Shabbat Family Friendly Service and Dinner Friday, May 6. Registration Deadline May 4 Service: 6:00 PM Dinner: 7:00 PM
Special May birthday blessings
Student artwork will be on display
Mensch Lab K-3 students will sing Shabbat songs
Mensch Lab 4-6 students will lead portions of the service
Come get comfortable on the bimah!
Children in The School of Early Learning will close the service with Hatikvah
$20.00 per family Register HERE. Download flyer HERE. _________________________________________________
Scouts, Trailblazers, Pathfinders, Explorers: A History of Women Rabbis Facilitated by: Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg Mondays: May 9 and May 16, 7:00 PM
Learn all about these revolutionary women. In-person or on Zoom.
Click HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 872 2736 8271 Passcode: 812258
Reservations required. RSVP to Stacey Mardt, smardt@oyrtbetham.org. __________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger Tuesday, May 17, on Zoom Facilitated by Debbie Neibauer
In the summer of 1932, on the banks of Minnesota’s Gilead River, Odie O’Banion is an orphan confined to the Lincoln Indian Training School, a pitiless place where his lively nature earns him the superintendent’s wrath. Forced to flee after committing a terrible crime, he and his brother, Albert, their best friend, Mose, and a brokenhearted little girl named Emmy steal away in a canoe, heading for the mighty Mississippi and a place to call their own.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 __________________________________________________
Sisterhood Rosh Chodesh Wednesday, May 18, 7:00 PM Register by, Sunday, May 15
Location: Home of Sandie Buller, 6500 Centennial Station, Warminster.
RSVPs are required to Sandie at (267) 387-6002 by Sunday, May 15. Program facilitated by Brenda Goodis - Torah Yoga will explore how Hebrew letters can be used in yoga poses to create an uplifting, spiritual experience. __________________________________________________
BAFTY Annual Fundraiser Dinner Friday, May 20, 5:00 PM Services to follow at 7:00 PM
Help our teens learn to lead as they prepare a delicious spaghetti dinner.
We are now accepting donations for Sisterhood's Vintage sale. Dowload full list HERE. Call the main office (215) 886-8000 before heading over to deliver your items._________________________________________________
Sisterhood Needs Your Help! We are looking for a congregant who would like to Co-manage the gift shop.
We are looking for someone who can:
Organize and maintain shop appearance
Clean and rotate merchandise, update in-window displays
Price the merchandise
Organize volunteer staffing
Has knowledge of Judaica, including what types of general, holiday, gift and home items are needed to sell
Keep inventory and order new stock if/when needed
Work with gift shop financial person submitting invoices
Any questions, please contact Eileen Simmons,eileensimmons47@gmail.com_________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE! Family Israel Exploration December 21, 2023- January 2, 2024
Led by Rabbi Tornberg. On the exploration, you can expect opening a tree-planting ceremony, Masada, Dead Sea, hands-on archaeological sifting, and much more. For more information contact Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg at stornberg@oyrtbetham.org
Uniting our Communities for Justice: An Evening Celebrating our Just Redistricting Campaign and Looking Toward the Future Tuesday, April 26, 7:30 PM on Zoom
Join Reform Jews from across Pennsylvania to celebrate our Just Redistricting campaign success with Marissa Rodriguez of PA Voice, hear from Sen. Pat Toomey (R), a Democratic Elected Official to be confirmed, and Rabbi David Stern, RAC-Texas Leader and past President of the Central Conference of American Rabbis, about uniting our congregations in the pursuit of justice. Engage in a conversation about how our congregations can act for social justice without being partisan.
Bucks County Jewish Festival 2022 Sunday, May 15, 12:00-3:00 PM
Bucks County Community College is holding its biennial Bucks County Jewish Festival. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an amazing day of fun, featuring food, music, kids' activities, crafts and so much more. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, April 22 6:00 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, April 23 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Lavner Special Passover edition - bring your Haggadah! CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot this Sunday, April 24.
We will resume on Sunday, May 1 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
Mitzvah Day - THIS SUNDAY! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of opportunities at Beth Am and in our community. Collections will be during the morning, drop off any of the following items:
-Pet items -Household items for HIAS -Gently used clothing -Food cupboard -Feminine Hygiene Products _________________________________________________
Scouts, Trailblazers, Pathfinders, Explorers: A History of Women Rabbis Facilitated by: Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg Mondays: April 25, May 9 and May 16, 7:00 PM
Learn all about these revolutionary women. In-person or on Zoom.
Click HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 872 2736 8271 Passcode: 812258
Reservations required. RSVP to Stacey Mardt, smardt@oyrtbetham.org. _________________________________________________
The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27, Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Service: 7:00 PM | Program: 7:30 PM Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Friday, April 22 10:00 AM Concluding Service for Pesach/Yizkor with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
6:00 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, April 23 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Lavner Special Passover edition - bring your Haggadah! CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot this Sunday, April 24.
We will resume on Sunday, May 1 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
Mitzvah Day - THIS SUNDAY! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of opportunities at Beth Am and in our community. Collections will be during the morning, drop off any of the following items:
-Pet items -Household items for HIAS -Gently used clothing -Food cupboard -Feminine Hygiene Products _________________________________________________
Scouts, Trailblazers, Pathfinders, Explorers: A History of Women Rabbis Facilitated by: Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg Mondays: April 25, May 9 and May 16, 7:00 PM
Learn all about these revolutionary women. In-person or on Zoom.
Click HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 872 2736 8271 Passcode: 812258
Reservations required. RSVP to Stacey Mardt, smardt@oyrtbetham.org. _________________________________________________
The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27, Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Service: 7:00 PM | Program: 7:30 PM Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
This email is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this email. Please notify the sender immediately by email if you have received this email by mistake and delete this email from your system. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of thisinformation is strictly prohibited.
We are excited to announce the release of our new mobile app for ShulCloud. Old York Road Temple-Beth Am’s app keeps you up-to-date with the latest news, events and happenings at the synagogue. For iPhone users: go into your app store and search for "Old York Road Temple-Beth Am" download and open. App for Android will be coming soon!
The app features:
Member Directory
Newsletters & Events
Calendar
Donate
Event Sign Up
The app lets members view and pay their synagogue commitment online. It also allows you to update your profile, account and other information.
_________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club American Princess by Stephanie Marie Thornton Today, 11:00 AM on Zoom Facilitated by Leslie Kraemer
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848
Plessy & Ferguson: Then and Now A Discussion about Civil Rights and the Freedom to Vote Wednesday, April 20, at 7:00 PM EST
Be a part of this important discussion! Join the Social Action Committee of for a Zoom program with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, Keith Plessy and Phoebe Ferguson, descendants of Homer Plessy and Judge John Ferguson and founders of The Plessy and Ferguson Foundation.
Yizkor Service in the Molish Sanctuary Friday, April 22, 10:00 AM
As a community we will recite memorial prayers for loved ones during services on the last day of Passover. If you will be joining us on livestream and would like names shared publicly, please call the office and let us know (215) 886-8000. _________________________________________________
Mitzvah Day! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of opportunities at Beth Am and in our community. Collections will be during the morning, drop off any of the following items:
Pet items
Household items for HIAS
Gently used clothing
Food cupboard
Feminine Hygiene Products
If you are interested in cleaning up the Temple - Ambler campus please contact Art Davis (215) 205-3027. Clean up will be from 1:00 - 4:00. p.m. Everyone should bring gloves and their favorite garden tools!
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club Deadline to RSVP is Thursday, April 28
Join Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra Bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE_________________________________________________
Beth Am Dine and Donate Wednesday, May 4 ~ All Day!
Enjoy a nice meal at Iron Hill Brewery (Huntingdon Valley) proceeds will be donated to Beth Am! Show the virtual flyer to your server.
We are now accepting donations for Sisterhood's Vintage sale. Dowload full list HERE. Call the main office (215) 886-8000 before heading over to deliver your items._________________________________________________
Sisterhood Needs Your Help! We are looking for a congregant who would like to Co-manage the gift shop.
We are looking for someone who can:
Organize and maintain shop appearance
Clean and rotate merchandise, update in-window displays
Price the merchandise
Organize volunteer staffing
Has knowledge of Judaica, including what types of general, holiday, gift and home items are needed to sell
Keep inventory and order new stock if/when needed
Work with gift shop financial person submitting invoices
Any questions, please contact Eileen Simmons, eileensimmons47@gmail.com_________________________________________________
Donations ~ Cleaning out your pantry for Passover? Simply drop off your unopend donations by the back door of the synagogue
Uniting our Communities for Justice: An Evening Celebrating our Just Redistricting Campaign and Looking Toward the Future Tuesday, April 26, 7:30 PM on Zoom
Join Reform Jews from across Pennsylvania to celebrate our Just Redistricting campaign success with Marissa Rodriguez of PA Voice, hear from Sen. Pat Toomey (R), a Democratic Elected Official to be confirmed, and Rabbi David Stern, RAC-Texas Leader and past President of the Central Conference of American Rabbis, about uniting our congregations in the pursuit of justice. Engage in a conversation about how our congregations can act for social justice without being partisan.
The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27~ Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Service: 7:00 PM. Program: 7:30 PM
Virtual & In-Person Options Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Click HEREto watch on Livestream._________________________________________________
Bucks County Jewish Festival 2022 Sunday, May 15, 12:00-3:00 PM
Bucks County Community College is holding its biennial Bucks County Jewish Festival. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an amazing day of fun, featuring food, music, kids' activities, crafts and so much more. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, April 15 NO SERVICE TONIGHT Chag Pesach Sameach! Saturday, April 16 9:00 AM Torah Study (special Passover edition!) led by Rabbi Robert Leib CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 10:00 AM Shabbat Morning Service for the 1st Day of Pesach on Zoom with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (SAME LINK AS ABOVE)
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot on Sunday, April 17.
We will resume on Sunday, April 24 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
SpecialTHANK YOU to Wendy Stahler for baking these beautiful challot for last Friday's oneg! They were perfect for our 75th Jubilee Celebration Shabbat.
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Scouts, Trailblazers, Pathfinders, Explorers: A History of Women Rabbis Facilitated by: Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg Four-part course, Tuesdays, April 19, April 25, May 9 and May 16, 7:30-8:30 PM Deadline: Monday, April 18
Learn all about these revolutionary women. In-person or on Zoom.
Reservations required. RSVP to Stacey Mardt,Smardt@oyrtbetham.org __________________________________________________
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, April 5, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "CHET." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM. The Hebrew alphabet will be vacationing in Cabo San Lucas with its cousins, the Yiddish and Aramaic alphabets. We look forward to its return on May 3.
CLICK HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) _________________________________________________
Sisterhood-Sponsored Mah Jongg Wednesday, April 13, 6:45 PM - TBT Chapel
Plessy & Ferguson: Then and Now A Discussion about Civil Rights and the Freedom to Vote Wednesday, April 20, at 7:00 PM EST
Be a part of this important discussion! Join the Social Action Committee of for a Zoom program with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, Keith Plessy and Phoebe Ferguson, descendants of Homer Plessy and Judge John Ferguson and founders of The Plessy and Ferguson Foundation.
Email questions to Fred Goldstein at fgoldste@mc3.edu or Pastor Aaron Twitchell at atwitchell@apcusa.org by April 14, 2022. __________________________________________________
Mitzvah Day! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of opportunities at Beth Am and in our community.
If you are interested in cleaning up the Temple - Ambler campus please contact Art Davis (215) 205-3027
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club
Join Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE _________________________________________________
Beth Am Dine and Donate Wednesday, May 4 ~ All Day!
Enjoy a nice meal at Iron Hill Brewery (Huntingdon Valley) proceeds will be donated to Beth Am! Show the virtual flyer to your server.
We are now accepting donations for Sisterhood's Vintage sale. Dowload full list HERE. Call the main office (215) 886-8000 before heading over to deliver your items. ___________________________________________________
Sisterhood Needs Your Help! We are looking for a congregant who would like to (co)-manage the gift shop.
We are looking for someone who can:
Organize and maintain shop appearance
Clean and rotate merchandise, including items on shelves and in-window displays
Price the merchandise
Organize volunteer staffing
Has knowledge of Judaica, including what types of general, holiday, gift and home items are needed to sell
Keep inventory and order new stock if/when needed
Work with gift shop financial person submitting invoices to be paid
Pursuing Justice and Judaism Tuesdays, April 12, April 19, April 26, 8:00 - 9:30 PM
Explore textual foundations, cultivating justice as a spiritual practice, and the Reform movement’s past and present commitment.
Register and learn more HERE. _________________________________________________
Our Story, Your Table A Free Passover Recipe Book
At the core of every Passover celebration are people, stories, and food. Reform Judaism has put together a collection of twelve delicious recipes from around the world that will inspire conversation and second helpings!—at your table.
Learn more HERE. __________________________________________________
The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27~ Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Service: 7:00 PM. Program: 7:30 PM
Virtual & In-Person Options Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Click HEREto watch on livestream. __________________________________________________
Bucks County Jewish Festival 2022 Sunday, May 15, 12:00-3:00 PM
Bucks County community college is holding its biennial Bucks County Jewish Festival. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an amazing day of fun, featuring food, music, kids' activities, crafts and so much more. There will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, April 8 7:00 PM 75th Jubilee Celebration Shabbat With Rabbi Leib, Rabbi Tornberg, Cantor Zarkh and Adult Choir Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Join us for a special Shabbat with our amazing adult choir. You will hear memories from our past presidents and some tidbits from long ago. Commemorative booklets will be handed out for this special occasion.
If you are tuning in on Livestream, CLICK HERE for tonight's commemorative booklet.
Saturday, April 9 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Mike Krassenstein CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Sandi Cohen Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Mazel Tov to Cantor Zarkh on Celebrating her 36 Years at Beth Am!
Thank you to everyone who made this glorious event possible. We couldn't have done it without you! Congratulations to Cantor Zarkh on her 36 years (Double Chai!) If you missed this momentous occasion you can re-watch it HERE. __________________________________________________
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, April 5, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "ZAYIN." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
CLICK HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) _________________________________________________
Cook For a Friend Tuesday, April 12 10:00 AM
On the second Tuesday of every month, a small group meets in Beth Am’s newly-renovated kitchen to prepare 100 TV dinners for homebound people. If you are free for a little over an hour at 10:00 AM and would like to be part of this mitzvah, please contact Sandy Sham at 215-420-7455. ___________________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, April 13 at 6:45 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
New 2022 cards will be available for sale April 1. Cost: $9 regular or $10 large. Contact Cindy Blum 267-625-4290.
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Plessy & Ferguson: Then and Now A Discussion about Civil Rights and the Freedom to Vote Wednesday, April 20, at 7:00 PM EST
Be a part of this important discussion! Join the Social Action Committee of for a Zoom program with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, Keith Plessy and Phoebe Ferguson, descendants of Homer Plessy and Judge John Ferguson and founders of The Plessy and Ferguson Foundation.
Email questions to Fred Goldstein at fgoldste@mc3.edu or Pastor Aaron Twitchell at atwitchell@apcusa.org by April 14, 2022. __________________________________________________
Mitzvah Day! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah.... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of opportunities at Beth Am and in our community.
If you are interested in cleaning up the Temple - Ambler campus please contact Art Davis. (215) 205-3027
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club
Join Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE _________________________________________________
Sisterhood Is Collecting Items for Vintage
We are taking donations for Sisterhood's Vintage. No books, tapes, or heavy perfumed accessories. Scarves, belts, gloves. (i.e. mothballs, perfume, cologne.) But no clothing. Call the main office(215) 886-8000 before heading over to deliver your items.
The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27~ Old York Road Temple- Beth Am Service: 7:00 PM. Program: 7:30 PM
Virtual & In-Person Options Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Mazel Tov to Cantor Zarkh on Celebrating her 36 Years at Beth Am!
Thank you to everyone who made this glorious event possible. We couldn't have done it without you! Congratulations to Cantor Zarkh on her 36 years (Double Chai!) If you missed this momentous occasion you can re-watch it HERE. __________________________________________________
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, April 5, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "ZAYIN." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
CLICK HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) _________________________________________________
Cook For a Friend Tuesday, April 12 10:00 AM
On the second Tuesday of every month, a small group meets in Beth Am’s newly-renovated kitchen to prepare 100 TV dinners for homebound people. If you are free for a little over an hour at 10:00 AM and would like to be part of this mitzvah, please contact Sandy Sham at 215-420-7455. ___________________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, April 13 at 6:45 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
New 2022 cards will be available for sale April 1. Cost: $9 regular or $10 large. Contact Cindy Blum 267-625-4290.
________________________________________________
Plessy & Ferguson: Then and Now A Discussion about Civil Rights and the Freedom to Vote Wednesday, April 20, at 7:00 PM EST
Be a part of this imprortant discussion! Join the Social Action Committee of for a Zoom program with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, Keith Plessy and Phoebe Ferguson, descendants of Homer Plessy and Judge John Ferguson and founders of The Plessy and Ferguson Foundation.
Email questions to Fred Goldstein at fgoldste@mc3.edu or Pastor Aaron Twitchell at atwitchell@apcusa.org by April 14, 2022. __________________________________________________
Mitzvah Day! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah.... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of opportunities at Beth Am and in our community.
If you are interested in cleaning up the Temple - Ambler campus please contact Art Davis. (215) 205-3027
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club
Join Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE _________________________________________________
Sisterhood Is Collecting Items for Vintage
We are taking donations for Sisterhood's Vintage. No books, tapes, or heavy perfumed clothing. (i.e. mothballs, perfume, cologne.) Call the main office(215) 886-8000 before heading over to deliver your items.
The Kehillah of Old York Road Commemorates Yom HaShoah: In Her Own Words Wednesday, April 27~ Old York Road Temple- Beth Am Service: 7:00 PM. Program: 7:30 PM
Virtual & In-Person Options Honor the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust this Yom HaShoah by hearing Sophie Rosenbaum’s incredible story as she escaped by the Vienna Kindertransport. Learn about Sophie’s journey through her own words as well as her son’s, Dr. David Bader.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, April 1 6:00 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh April Birthday Blessings Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Floral arrangements sponsored by Dmitry and Dareen Brusilovsky in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Zachary. CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, April 2 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Green and Barry Weinstein CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Steve Green Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
10:00 AM Saturday Morning Service in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream BAR MITZVAH: ZACHARY BRUSILOVSKY Son of Dmitry and Dareen Brusilovsky
BAR MITZVAH - ZACHARY BRUSILOVSKY I decided to participate in a program for my Mitzvah project called WIN Buddies, which is a program at my middle school. WIN Buddies is something I participate in during Study Hall, where I volunteer spending my time with kids in Special Education. I really enjoy seeing how I can directly help make a difference in someone's life just by spending time with them or helping them overcome an obstacle in their path. I'm enjoying it so much that I plan on continuing to volunteer through the end of the school year.
I would like to thank everyone at Beth Am who has helped me throughout the years (since pre school!) up through helping me prepare for my Bar Mitzvah. I would also like to thank my grandmother, Bonnie Surrey, who has spent an enormous amount of time helping me perfect all of my Hebrew readings. Lastly, I'd like to thank my parents for always being there for me and pushing me towards my goals - even when I don't always want them to. Shabbat Shalom!
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, April 3, 11:00 AM
This week we will be studying Chapter 5:19 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 _________________________________________________
Special thanks to those of who participated in the Harry and Evelyn Silver z"l Paint-a-Prayer workshop with our Artist-in-Residence, Jennifer Levine. We created a beautiful mural as a community that will last for years to come!
Please feel free to stop by the synagogue during regular business hours to see the finished product!
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Mindy and Mitch Ripkin are excited to share the news of their daughter Alex’s engagement to Alex Flegeal.
Mazel Tov to Sharon & Marc Kramer Sharon and Marc are happy to share the news of their daughter Kimberly's engagement to Patrick Crumbling. They are thrilled about the engagement.
Beth Am's Dine-in Fundraiser at Panera TONIHT: Tuesday, March 29, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Enjoy dinner and support Beth Am! 20% of sales will be donated back to the synagogue. Please bring flyer with you (either paper or electronic copy.) You can also order online using the code PRFUND
Location: Panera Bread 1641 The Fairway, Jenkintown, PA 19046
CLICK HEREfor Zoom Zoom ID: 816 8975 2941 Don't miss an apple-solutely wonderful Passover baking lesson on Zoom with our own Challah lady extraordinaire, Wendy Stahler. For more information, call Nancy Chesin at (215) 934-7520 ____________________________________________________
75th Jubilee Shabbat Friday, April 8, 7:00 PM
Join us for a special Shabbat with the amazing adult choir. We are on the path to a very special year! Commemorative booklets will be handed out and we invite you to join us for this special occasion. Special oneg following services.
New Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, April 13 at 6:45 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
New 2022 cards will be available for sale April 1. Cost: $9 regular or $10 large. Contact Cindy Blum 267-625-4290.
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Mitzvah Day! Sunday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Do a Mitzvah... Do a Mitzvah.... Do a Mitzvah... If you can! Come join us for Mitzvah Day! Lots of oppertunities to help out our community. Some projects are also being planned at Beth Am.
If you are interested in cleaning up the Temple - Ambler campus please contact Art Davis (215) 205-3027
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club
Join Beth Am Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE _________________________________________________
Brotherhood Needs Volunteers!
Please consider volunteering a few hours of your time to deliver Yom HaShoah Candles to congregants. Contact Rich Wright for more infomation at Rich21364@gmail.com
URJ’s REDI/Audacious Hospitality Presents: White Parents & Guardians Raising Jewish Kids of Color 3 Part Series Session 1: Sunday, April 3, 12-1 PM
Parenting does not come with a manual. For White parents and guardians raising Jews of Color (JOC) that seems doubly true. These sessions will discuss what White guardians raising Jews of Color need to think about and know. Our three-part series will provide you with the chance to hear from both experts and adult JOCs on practical tips and considerations to raise healthy Kids of Color.
L’Dor Va’Dor: Affirming and Loving Your Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Grandchildren Monday, April 4, 4-5 PM
Are you a grandparent or another cherished elder of a child or young person who is expressing their gender in expansive ways? Do you want to learn more about how to celebrate them and show that you love them for who they are?
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, March 25 7:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg and Cantor Zarkh March Anniversary Blessings Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, March 26 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot on Sunday, March 27.
We will resume on Sunday, April 3 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
The Evelyn and Harry Silver z"l Artist-in-Residence Program Presents: Jennifer Levine "Show the Love" "V'Ahavta" March 24-28
There's still time to sign up! Call the office today if you'd like to reserve a time on Sunday, March 27 or Monday, March 28 to be a part of Beth Am's mural project, (215) 886-8000.
CLICK HERE for more information. _________________________________________________
Hal'luyah...Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! Deadline: Monday, March 28
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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We had a great time welcoming Shabbat with this festive Elton John-inspired service. Special thanks to Cantor Zarkh, Mark Daugherty, Nancy Chesin, and our amazing singers. If you'd like to rewatch this service, Click here
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, March 22, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "VAV." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
Click Here for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) _________________________________________________
Beth Am's Dine-in Fundraiser at Panera Tuesday, March 29- 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Enjoy dinner and support Beth Am! 20% of sales will be donated back to the synagogue. Please bring flyer with you (either paper or electronic copy.) You can also order online using the code PRFUND
Location: Panera Bread 1641 The Fairway, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Hal'luyah... Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary Deadline to Register: Monday, March 28
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am and our 75th jubilee year.
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, April 5, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com or (215) 205-3027 _________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club American Princess by Stephanie Marie Thornton Tuesday, April 19, 11:00 AM Facilitated by Leslie Kraemer
Alice may be the President's daughter, but she's nobody's darling. As bold as her signature color Alice Blue, the gum-chewing, cigarette-smoking, poker-playing First Daughter discovers that the only way for a woman to stand out in Washington is to make waves—oceans of them. With the canny sophistication of the savviest politician on the Hill, Alice uses her celebrity to her advantage, testing the limits of her power and the seductive thrill of political entanglements.
CLICK HEREto join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 _________________________________________________
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club
Join Beth Am Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra bingo cards will be available for $5 CLICK HEREfor more information To register for Bingo, CLICK HERE _________________________________________________
Brotherhood Needs Volunteers!
Please consider volunteering a few hours of your time to deliver Yom HaShoah Candles to congregants. Contact Rich Wright for more infomation at Rich21364@gmail.com
New Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, April 13 at 6:45 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
New 2022 cards will be available for sale April 1. Cost: $9 regular or $10 large. Contact Cindy Blum 267-625-4290.
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March Donations Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items:
non-stick cooking spray
100% fruit juice with no added sugar
low sodium or no sodium canned kidney beans
low sodium canned tomatoes
low sodium vegetable broth
low sodium beef broth.
Please check expiration dates. Click here for the complete food list. ____________________________________________________
Community
Community in Flight: Supporting the Jews of Ukraine
Thank you for joining us for Community in Flight: Supporting the Jews of Ukraine. It is fantastic and meaningful that communities like the Center City and Old York Road Kehillot are engaged in supporting our fellow Jews from Ukraine. The recording from Sunday night's event is here. Mushka Gurevitz's parents lead the organization Kedem Kyiv- Jewish Community Synagogue.Click herefor more information and how to give.
The Jewish Federation emergency response fund to support Ukraine's Jewish community is here.
Alix Liiv Caplan referenced articles about the Philadelphia delegation linkedhere.
Multi-Faith Quarterly Conference Addiction Impacts Us All Wednesday, March 23, 2:00 PM on Zoom
The focus of this event is to help participants increase their knowledge of how to support those with Substance Use Disorders. Through both panel discussion and presentations, resources will be shared to help congregants and community members around substance use prevention, education and support.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, March 18 7:00 PM Elton John Musical Shabbat with Rabbi Leib, Cantor Zarkh & Adult Choir Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
If you are joining on Livestream, CLICK HERE for the music sheets!
Come sing songs and participate in an exciting and unique Shabbat! Hear the Shema sung to "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road." Wear your most festive Elton John attire. Prizes will be awarded for the best outfits!
Saturday, March 19 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Robert Leib CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Rabbi Robert Leib Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot on Sunday, March 20 or 27.
We will resume on Sunday, April 3 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
Visit the Gift Shop this Weekend! OPEN: Sunday, March 20, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Shop items for Passover! Kosher wines for Pesach (CLICK HERE for wine list), seder plates and an assortment of books, toys and games.
Find beautiful jewelry, accessories for your home such as Tzedakah boxes, shabbat candles and mezzuzot, and new Tallitot from Israel.
If you are unable to shop on Sunday and would like to make an appointment, please contact Pearl Jahr: 215-704-0514 or Eileen Simmons: 267-243-1302.
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Community in Flight: Supporting the Jews of Ukraine Sunday, March 20, 7:30 PM on Zoom Join the Old York Road Kehillah to hear the story of Mushka Gurevitz (sister-in-law of Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz) from Donetsk, Ukraine. Her parents, Rabbi Pinchas and Rebbetzin Dina Vishedsky, are currently helping Jewish refugees at the border. Hear their story and learn about ways to support the Jews leaving Ukraine. Kol Yisrael Arevim Zeh Bazah, all Israel is responsible for one another (Talmud). To register, CLICK HEREor go to jewishphilly.org/oyr. Rabbi Robert Leib and OYR Kehillah Rabbinic Chair will moderate the conversation. _________________________________________________
Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, March 24, 7:30 PM TBT Chapel and Zoom
All are welcome to join the March Board of Directors meeting. This meeting will be held in person and on Zoom.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 818 0654 3844 _________________________________________________
Hal'luyah...Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Monday, March 28
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
Sisterhood Bingo ~ IN PERSON! Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM Philmont Country Club
Join Beth Am Sisterhood for a fun night of Bingo! $38/person includes full buffet dinner and Bingo cards *Extra bingo cards will be available for $5
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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Deb and Bennett Cozen are pleased to announce the birth of their grandson, Walker Samuel Hess on 3/11/2022. The thrilled parents are Yori and Brad Hess.
April's Book: American Princess by Stephanie Marie Thornton on Tuesday, April 19 ___________________________________________________
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, March 15, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "HEH." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
Click Here for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) ___________________________________________________
Elton John Musical Shabbat Friday, March 18, 7:00 PM
Come sing songs and participate in an exciting and unique Shabbat! Hear the Shema sung to "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road." Wear your most festive Elton John attire. Prizes will be awarded for the best outfits! ___________________________________________________
Beth Am's Dine-in Fundraiser at Panera Tuesday, March 29- 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a dinner and support Beth Am! 20% of sales will be donated back to the synagogue. Please bring flyer with you (either paper or electronic copy.) You can also order online using the code PRFUND
Location: Panera Bread 1641 The Fairway, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Hal'luyah... Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary Deadline: Monday, March 28
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am and our 75th jubilee year.
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud ____________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, April 5, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com or (215) 205-3027 ___________________________________________________
Brotherhood Needs Volunteers!
Please consider volunteering a few hours of your time to deliver Yom HaShoah Candles to congregants. Contact Rich Wright for more infomation at Rich21364@gmail.com.
New Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, April 13 at 6:45 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
To register, call Gail Stein at 215-947-3302.
New 2022 cards will be available for sale April 1. Cost: $9 regular or $10 large. Contact Cindy Blum 267-625-4290
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March Donations~ Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items: non-stick cooking spray, 100% fruit juice with no added sugar, low sodium or no sodium canned kidney beans, low sodium canned tomatoes, low sodium vegetable broth, and low sodium beef broth. Please check expiration dates. Click here for the complete food list. ____________________________________________________
Community
Community in Flight: Supporting the Jews of Ukraine Sunday, March 20, 7:30 PM on Zoom
Rabbi Robert Leib, Rabbinic Chair will moderate the conversation.
Join the Old York Road and Center City Kehillah to hear the story of Mushka Gurevitz (sister-in-law of Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz) from Donetsk, Ukraine. Her parents, Rabbi Pinchas and Rebbetzin Dina Vishedsky, are currently helping Jewish refugees at the border. Hear their story and learn about ways to support the Jews leaving Ukraine.
Multi-Faith Quarterly Conference Addiction Impacts Us All Wednesday, March 23, 2:00 PM on Zoom
The focus of this event is to help participants increase their knowledge of how to support those with Substance Use Disorders. Through both panel discussion and presentations, resources will be shared to help congregants and community members around substance use prevention, education and support.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, March 11 6:00 PM Annual HIAS Refugee Shabbat with Rabbi Leib, Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh Please join us in the Sanctuary as we stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine Guest Speaker: Prof. Iryna Ivankovych, President of the St. Sophia Religious Association of Ukrainian Catholics Followed by: Yuliya Stupen, Ukrainian Women's League of America Philadelphia Regional Council, singing the national anthem
Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, March 12 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Green & Rabbi Jonathan Magidovitch CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, March 13, 10:30 AM *Please note time change for this week only
This week we will be studying Chapter 5:18 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 _________________________________________________
Visit the Gift Shop this Weekend! OPEN: Sunday, March 13, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Shop items for Passover! Kosher wines for Pesach (CLICK HERE for wine list), seder plates and an assortment of books, toys and games.
Find beautiful jewelry, accessories for your home such as Tzedakah boxes, shabbat candles and mezzuzot, and new Tallitot from Israel.
If you are unable to shop on Sunday and would like to make an appointment, please contact Pearl Jahr: 215-704-0514 or Eileen Simmons: 267-243-1302.
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Old York Road Ministerium Presents: Interfaith Musicall Celebration FINAL EVENT OF THE WEEK! Sunday, March 13, 7:00 PM at Our Lady Help of Christians 1500 Marian Road, Abington, PA 19001
Performance by: Interfaith Music Project of Philadelphia Tickets: $5 per person (tickets available at the door) *Masks required
Community in Flight: Supporting the Jews of Ukraine Sunday, March 20, 7:30 PM on Zoom
Join the Old York Road and Center City Kehillah to hear the story of Mushka Gurevitz (sister-in-law of Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz) from Donetsk, Ukraine. Her parents, Rabbi Pinchas and Rebbetzin Dina Vishedsky, are currently helping Jewish refugees at the border. Hear their story and learn about ways to support the Jews leaving Ukraine. Kol Yisrael Arevim Zeh Bazah, all of Israel is responsible for one another (Talmud). To register, CLICK HERE. or go to jewishphilly.org/oyr. Rabbi Robert Leib, Senior Rabbi at Old York Road Temple Beth Am, and OYR Kehillah Rabbinic Chair will moderate the conversation.
_________________________________________________ Hal'luyah...Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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We continue to watch in horror and with disbelief the deliberate, systematic destruction of Ukraine and its bold, brave citizens.
In the aftermath of Russia’s hostile aggression especially after the bombing of Uman (tens of thousands of Bratzlaver Chassidim make an annual pilgrimage there to the tomb of the saintly Rabbi Nachman of Bratzlav) and in the vicinity of the Babyn Yar Memorial just outside of Kiev where nearly 34,000 Jews were massacred by the Nazis on September 29-30, 1941, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy made a rare address to world Jewry:
“Addressing all the Jews of the world: Don’t you see why this is happening? That is why it is very important that millions of Jews around the world do not remain silent right now. Nazism is born in silence. So, shout about the killings of civilians. Shout about the killings of Ukrainians.”
We forthrightly condemn - together with all other decent, honorable, law-abiding, peace-seeking people throughout the world - the utterly disgraceful and unforgivable invasion of Ukraine.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ukrainian people many of whom now constitute the largest refugee population since the Second World War and our prayers, similarly, are with their many compatriots who have made Philadelphia their home. We think of our bookkeeper Yelena Korotchuk whose family had to leave their home in suburban Kiev for a safe location south of the city. Yelena conveyed to us her family's appreciation for all our support.
We thank those of you who have already stopped by the Temple in recent days and contributed essential supplies to the local relief effort. They have been transported to the Ukrainian Educational and Cultural Center on Cedar Road in Jenkintown. Thanks to those of you who have volunteered your time there! And our heartfelt appreciation to those of you who have sent in donations through Federation, HIAS and JDC.
This Friday night is, coincidentally, our annual “HIAS Refugee Shabbat” and our guest speaker is Prof Iryna Ivankovych, President of the St. Sophia Religious Association of Ukrainian Catholics which has its headquarters in Elkins Park. In addition, a small ensemble of young Ukrainian men and women will present a few patriotic songs.
We sincerely hope that you will join with us at our 6:00pm Erev Shabbat service THIS Friday as we stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, a country which was, after all, a home to so many of our own relatives.
The Talmud reminds us: “Whoever saves a single life saves an entire world.” Please play your part in helping those most in need at this time of great peril, dislocation and uncertainty.
Thank you very much!
Rabbi Robert Leib, Rabbi Shoshanah Tornberg, Cantor Elena Zarkh.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Old York Road Ministerium Presents: Interfaith Multicultural Awareness Week ~ See flyer below for session times March 7-13 on Zoom
Theme: Through Knowledge Comes Respect Join your neighbors for a week of learning about the diverse faiths and traditions in our community. Each session will cover a relevant topic and include a Q&A session.
TONIGHT, Tuesday, March 8 - Learning with our Jewish neighbors (with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh)
Wednesday, March 9 - A conversation on climate crisis
Thursday, March 10 - Learning with our Buddhist neighbors
Sunay, March 13 - Learning with our Christian neighbors
The Zoom details are the same for all events (March 7-13): Click Herefor Zoom Meeting ID: 985 0057 9254 Passcode: unity
Thank you to those who have donated. It's not too late! Support our Ukrainian Friends
Our Ukrainian friends are in dire need of the following items. Please help if you can by shopping and dropping the items off at the synagogue until Friday. Click Here to open list
Make a donation online here. ___________________________________________________
Beth Am's Dine-in Fundraiser at Panera Tuesday, March 29- 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a dinner and support Beth Am! 20% of sales will be donated back to the synagogue. Please bring flyer with you (either paper or electronic copy.) You can also order online using the code PRFUND
Location: Panera Bread 1641 The Fairway, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Hal'luyah... Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am and our 75th jubilee year.
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud ____________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, April 5, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Strick Auditorium
Please help us support the American Red Cross in their time of need. Every donation counts!
Contact Art Davis to make your appointment. arthurdavis782@aol.com or (215) 205-3027 ___________________________________________________
New Mah Jongg Class for Beginners Sponsored by Sisterhood
Beginning Wednesday, April 13 at 6:45 PM, Sisterhood will offer a six-week class for those who would like to learn the game of Mah Jongg or simply freshen up your skills. The class will run for six consecutive Wednesday evenings. Registration is required. Cost is $80.00
Class space is limited and will be based on a first come-first served basis.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, March 4 6:00 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Family Service with Rabbi Tornberg, Cantor Zarkh & Mensch Lab Students March Birthday Blessings Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, March 5 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Steve Chesin CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Steve Green Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, March 6, 11:00 AM
This week we will be studying Chapter 5:17 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 _________________________________________________
Stand with Ukraine with Prayer and Song Sunday, March 6, 7:00 PM on Zoom
Cantors Elena & Sergei Schwartz of Temple Sinai of Roslyn will host cantors from across the United States in a solidarity concert for the people of Ukraine.
Meeting ID: 862 4448 1701 Password: 1948
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Old York Road Ministerium Presents: Interfaith Multicultural Awareness Week March 7-13 on Zoom *See flyer below for session times*
Theme: Through Knowledge Comes Respect Join your neighbors for a week of learning about the diverse faiths and traditions in our community. Each session will cover a relevant topic and include a Q&A session.
CLICK HERE for a list of events and Zoom information.
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Hal'luyah...Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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On Sunday, February 27 Mark Lopatin spoke about his new book Rheum for Improvement: The Evolution of a Health-Care Advocate. Books are available for $28.00. Stop by the office or call to reserve your copy (215)886-8000.
If you missed the presentation Click here to watch.
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, March 1, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "DALET." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
Click Here for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) ___________________________________________________
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER Family Shabbat Dinner ~ Friday, March 4 Services: 6:00 PM Dinner: 7:00 PM RSVP by Wednesday, March 2
$20.00 per family. Everyone is welcome! Come join us for a special Shabbat dinner in the Strick Auditorium. We will have Purim activites and hamantaschen for dessert. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Register Here
How to Respond to Antisemitic Rhetoric in Social Situations~ by CAMERA
Back by popular demand! CAMERA Director of Communications Jonah Cohen lays out a strategy for gracefully responding to provocative statements. His groundbreaking conversational strategy has resonated with thousands of viewers.
Pre-registration is required. Please click below to register.
On the second Tuesday of every month, a small group meets in Beth Am’s newly-renovated kitchen to prepare 100 TV dinners for homebound people. If you are free for a little over an hour at 10:00 AM and would like to be part of this mitzvah, please contact Sandy Sham at 215-420-7455. __________________________________________________
Old York Road Ministerium Presents: Interfaith Multicultural Awareness Week March 7-13 on Zoom
Theme: Through Knowledge Comes Respect Join your neighbors for a week of learning about the diverse faiths and traditions in our community. Each session will cover a relevant topic and include a Q&A session.
CLICK HERE for a list of events and Zoom information. _________________________________________________
Hal'luyah... Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud __________________________________________________
Come Play Ball!
Join Beth Am's Softball Team. The Delaware Valley Synagogue League is highly competitive and consists of 18 teams representing 13 synagogues & Goldstein’s Funeral Home. We play a 14-game season beginning in April. We play one game per week, Monday – Thursday at 6:00 p.m. with batting and fielding practice beginning 30 minutes prior. For more information or to join, please contact Bruce Klugman, chiefyn1983@gmail.com. _________________________________________________
March Donations~ Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue
This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items: non-stick cooking spray, 100% fruit juice with no added sugar, low sodium or no sodium canned kidney beans, low sodium canned tomatoes, low sodium vegetable broth, and low sodium beef broth. Please check expiration dates. Click herefor the complete food list.
HIAS - Help support Afghan refugees. They are looking for donations of Toothbrushes, Kleenex, Toilet Paper (2-ply), Shaving Cream, Deodorant, Shampoo (NO Conditioner) Please use the Target registry.Click here. The collection will run through March 15. Questions? Email Mindy Silver atmcamsilver@comcast.net.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Friday, February 25 7:00 PM 12th Annual Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Shabbat Service with Rabbi Tornberg, Cantor Zarkh and Adult Choir February Anniversary Blessings Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
We welcome Rebecca Salus Hodge for our Erev Shabbat inclusion service. Rebecca will discuss the importance of our Jewish community embracing and supporting families facing challenges such as mental illness, substance abuse and raising children with disabilities. She will also highlight the importance of asking for help during times of stress and crisis.
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib There will be NO Pirkei Avot this Sunday, February 27.
We will resume on Sunday, March 6 at 11:00 AM. _________________________________________________
Old York Road Ministerium Presents: Interfaith Multicultural Awareness Week March 7-13 on Zoom
Theme: Through Knowledge Comes Respect Join your neighbors for a week of learning about the diverse faiths and traditions in our community. Each session will cover a relevant topic and include a Q&A session.
CLICK HERE for a list of events and Zoom information. _________________________________________________
Hal'luyah...Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
We See You: For Ukraine By: Hila Ratzabi for Ritualwell
Crowded in a subway station in Kharkiv
A student from another country clutches A dog to her chest Answering the reporter’s questions As men rush down the stairs Interrupting the interview.
Toddlers in snowsuits on blankets. Teenagers, heads down to their phones. Mothers’ eyes looking everywhere.
Svieta says she grabbed her documents and cash, She has a car, but nowhere to go. As she speaks, a boy in a blue winter hat And black-framed glasses, a few years older Than my oldest son, peeks out from behind her, Smiles shyly as he eyes the camera. A man stands behind him with his backpack Pressed against his chest, holding himself.
We see you. In our living rooms, At kitchen tables, as we pack lunches And perform our morning routines, We watch, helpless, holding your faces To our hearts as we tend to the small luxuries Of the mundane.
We fear from afar The brutal waste of war The extravagant arrogance of power. We rage at the rage of men Who refuse to see you, or rather, Choose to see through you and thereby Refuse to see themselves.
We see you. See the subway train Stalled at the station, the indefinite Pause of commute. We see you Huddled from the thunder Of bombs whose distance from you Is incalculable but near enough To tremble the heart.
We tremble with you. From across the world We hold you close Not with thoughts or prayers But the presence of the heart A commitment to witness A dedication to peace. We see you. We hold you. We will not leave your side.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER ! Breakfast With Speaker ~ RSVP Required Rheum for Improvement: The Evolution of a Health-Care Advocate ~ by: Mark Lopatin Sunday, February 27, 9:30 AM Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 23
We have books in the main office; reserve your copy today! Cost $28.00
In person only. Free event! Mark Lopatin is a long standing member of Beth Am and will speak about patient advocacy.
RSVP to Stacey Mardt: smardt@oyrtbetham.org Register through the ShulCloud here. Masks and proof of vaccination required. _________________________________________________
Pathways Thru the Hebrew Alphabet ~ with Rabbi Leib Tonight, Tuesday, February 22, 7:30 PM
Tonight, the letter "Gimel." Non-registered attendees welcome! The class will begin promptly at 7:30 PM.
Click Here for Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2265 9998 Passcode: Alephbet (note uppercase “A”) ___________________________________________________
How to Respond to Antisemitic Rhetoric in Social Situations~ by CAMERA
Back by popular demand! CAMERA Director of Communications Jonah Cohen lays out a strategy for gracefully responding to provocative statements. His groundbreaking conversational strategy has resonated with thousands of viewers.
Pre-registration is required. Please click below to register for the date you wish to participate.
12th Annual Disability Awareness & Inclusion Shabbat Service Friday, February 25, 7:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
We welcome Rebecca Salus Hodge for our Erev Shabbat inclusion service. Rebecca will discuss the importance of our Jewish community embracing and supporting families facing challenges such as mental illness, substance abuse and raising children with disabilities. She will also highlight the importance of asking for help during times of stress and crisis.
Services will also be Livestreamed on our website. _________________________________________________
Family Shabbat Dinner Friday, March 4, 7:00 PM RSVP by Wednesday, March 2
$20.00 per family. Everyone is welcome! Come join us for a special Shabbat dinner in the Strick Auditorium. We will have Purim activites and hamantaschen for dessert. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Register Here
Beth Am Book Club “The Girl with the Louding Voice” ~ by Abi Dare Tuesday, March 15, 11:00 AM Facilitated by Debbie Neibauer
"A celebration of girls who dare to dream.”—Imbolo Mbue, author of Behold the Dreamers (Oprah’s Book Club pick) The unforgettable, inspiring story of a teenage girl growing up in a rural Nigerian village who longs to get an education so that she can find her “louding voice” and speak up for herself, The Girl with the Louding Voice is a simultaneously heartbreaking and triumphant tale about the power of fighting for your dreams.
CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom. Meeting ID: 857 6176 3848 _________________________________________________
Not the Patriarchy’s Purim: A Feminist Celebration Tuesday, March 15, 7:30 PM - on Zoom
National Council of Jewish Women is back again for another feminist reclamation of the Purim story! Sign up and log on to nosh some Hamatenshan (bake your own at home or buy some in advance), celebrate our heroines, and hear our reading and interpretation of the Megillah.
Register here __________________________________________________
Hal'lyah... Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36 years (Double Chai!) at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud __________________________________________________
Come Play Ball!
Join Beth Am's Softball Team. The Delaware Valley Synagogue League is highly competitive and consists of 18 teams representing 13 synagogues & Goldstein’s Funeral Home. We play a 14-game season beginning in April. We play one game per week, Monday – Thursday at 6:00 p.m. with batting and fielding practice beginning 30 minutes prior. For more information or to join, please contact Bruce Klugman, chiefyn1983@gmail.com. _________________________________________________
February Donations~ Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue
This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items: Cereals (please, no sugary cereals), Oatmeal, Grits, Canned fruit in 100% fruit juice, Low sodium beef and vegetable broth. Please check expiration dates. Click herefor the complete food list.
"I Support the Girls" is collecting feminine hygiene products.
Social Action is collecting new underwear and socks for boys, girls, men and women.
HIAS - Help support Afghan refugees. They are looking for donations of Toothbrushes, Kleenex, Toilet Paper (2-ply), Shaving Cream, Deodorant, Shampoo (NO Conditioner) Please use the Target registry.Click here. The collection will run through March, 15. Questions? Email Mindy Silver atmcamsilver@comcast.net.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
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The Mensch Lab will be closed Sunday, February 20 The School of Early Learning and Administrative Office will be closed Monday, February 21
Friday, February 18 6:00 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib joined by Guest soloist and guitarist, Micah Marder Remarks: “A MAUS Invasion!” Molish Sanctuary and Livestream CLICK HERE for Livestream
Saturday, February 19 9:00 AM Torah Study led by Rabbi Robert Leib CLICK HERE to join us Saturday Morning Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879
10:00 AM Peer-led Morning Service on Zoom Torah Reader: Rhoda Ryba Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
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I Adar 14, 5782 / February 15, 2022 The School of Early Learning and Administrative Office will be closed Monday, February 21 in observance of President's Day
Proud grandparent Bob Silikovitz grandson, Lloyd Silikovitz, a Sophomore at Randolph NJ HS, sang the national anthem at a recent basketball game.
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Breakfast With Speaker ~ RSVP Required Rheum for Improvement: The Evolution of a Health-Care Advocate ~ by: Mark Lopatin Sunday, February 27, 9:30 AM Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 23
We have books in the main office; reserve your copy today! Cost $28.00
In person only. Free event! Mark Lopatin is a long standing member of Beth Am and will speak about patient advocacy.
RSVP to Stacey Mardt: smardt@oyrtbetham.org Register through the ShulCloud here. Masks and proof of vaccination required. _________________________________________________
Beth Am Book Club “Nature of Fragile Things” ~ by Susan Meissner Today, Tuesday, February 15, 11:00 AM Facilitated by Bonnie Surrey
Next months book: “The Girl with the Louding Voice” by Abi Dare
12th Annual Disability Awareness & Inclusion Shabbat Service Friday, February 25, 7:00 PM
We welcome Rebecca Salus Hodge for our Erev Shabbat inclusion service. Rebecca will discuss the importance of our Jewish community embracing and supporting families facing challenges such as mental illness, substance abuse and raising children with disabilities. She will also highlight the importance of asking for help during times of stress and crisis.
Services will also be livestreamed on our website. _________________________________________________
Family Shabbat Dinner Friday, March 4, 7:00 PM RSVP by Wednesday, March 2
$20.00 per family. Everyone is welcome! Come join us for a special Shabbat dinner in the Strick Auditorium. We will have Purim activites and hamantaschen for dessert. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Register Here
Hal'lyah... Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating 36 years at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud __________________________________________________
Come Play Ball!
Join Beth Am's Softball Team. The Delaware Valley Synagogue League is highly competitive and consists of 18 teams representing 13 synagogues & Goldstein’s Funeral Home. We play a 14-game season beginning in April. We play one game per week, Monday – Thursday at 6:00 p.m. with batting and fielding practice beginning 30 minutes prior. For more information or to join, please contact Bruce Klugman, chiefyn1983@gmail.com. _________________________________________________
February Donations~ Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue
This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items: Cereals (please, no sugary cereals), Oatmeal, Grits, Canned fruit in 100% fruit juice, Low sodium beef and vegetable broth. Please check expiration dates. Click herefor the complete food list.
"I Support the Girls" is collecting feminine hygiene products.
Social Action is collecting new underwear and socks for boys, girls, men and women.
HIAS - Help support the Afghan refugees. They are looking for donations of Toothbrushes, Kleenex, Toilet Paper (2-ply), Shaving Cream, Deodorant, Shampoo (NO Conditioner) Please use the Target registry.Click here. The collection will run through March, 15. Questions? email Mindy Silver atmcamsilver@comcast.net .
Community
How to Respond to Antisemitic Rhetoric in Social Situations~ by Camera
Back by popular demand! CAMERA Director of Communications Jonah Cohen lays out a strategy for gracefully responding to provocative statements. His groundbreaking conversational strategy has resonated with thousands of viewers.
Pre-registration is required. Please click below to register for the date you wish to participate.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
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Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, February 13, 11:00 AM
This week we will be studying Chapter 5:15 CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 _________________________________________________
Modern Love Stories of Jerusalem Sunday, February 13, 3:00 PM ~ Free to Attend
As part of the Jerusalem Master class, Kobi Cooper is offering a free Valentine's Day virtual tour of Jerusalem. In "Love Stories of Jerusalem," he will discuss those people who have lived and loved in the Holy City. This is a virtual tour you won't want to miss. CLICK HERE for Zoom Meeting ID: 899 6598 7935 Password: Ahav8 (note uppercase “A”) _________________________________________________
Bimah to Broadway! Cantors Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM in the Molish Sanctuary
Join Cantor Elena Zarkh and friends for a joyous concert celebrating her 36th year at Beth Am!
See more informationHERE CLICK HERE to register on ShulCloud _________________________________________________
Here's how you can support Afghan refugees.....
Since August 2021, HIAS PA has welcomed more than 100 Afghans to Philadelphia. The Afghan newcomers lost their country and their homes overnight and found themselves having to adjust to life in the U.S. after merely 20-30 days at an American military base. HIAS continues to need the enthusiastic support of local congregations to help them. Here is a list of requested items that are in low supply at this time:
Toothbrushes Kleenex Toilet Paper (2-ply) Shaving Cream Deodorant Shampoo (NO Conditioner)
In addition, the items on the Target Registryare all greatly needed.
There will be a bin in back of the synagogue to collect your donations. Collection will run through March 15.
Thank you for your support! Questions? Email Mindy Silver, mcamsilver@comcast.net _________________________________________________
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 ________________________________________________________________
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A special thank you to Art Davis and Warren and Marlene Matz of Matz Jewelers for helping to restore the damaged sterling silver Keter Torah. It looks like an entirely new piece! Please stop by the main office if you’d like to catch a glimpse of the beautifully repaired crown.
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Modern Love Stories of Jerusalem Sunday, February 13, 3:00 PM ~Free to Attend
As part of the Jerusalem Master class, Kobi Cooper is offering a free Valentine's Day virtual tour of Jerusalem. In "Love Stories of Jerusalem," he will discuss those people who have lived and loved in the Holy City. This is a virtual tour you won't want to miss.
Jewish Disability Erev Shabbat Inclusion Service Friday, February 25, 7:00 PM
We welcome Rebecca Salus Hodge. Rebecca will discuss the importance of our Jewish community embracing and supporting families facing challenges such as mental illness, substance abuse and raising children with disabilities. She will also highlight the importance of asking for help during times of stress and crisis.
Services will also be live streamed on our website. _________________________________________________
Breakfast With Speaker Rheum for Improvement: The Evolution of a Health-Care Advocate ~ by: Mark Lopatin Sunday, February 27, 9:30 AM Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 23
Free Event! Mark Lopatin is a long standing member of Beth Am and will speak about patient advocacy.
As a patient, have you ever:
Had your health insurance deny a test or procedure that your doctor recommended by saying that it was not medically necessary?
Been told that you had to try one medicine before you could take the medicine that your doctor actually prescribed?
If so, you are not alone. RSVP to Stacey Mardt: smardt@oyrtbetham.org Register through the ShulCloud here. Masks and proof of vaccination required. _________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE! ~ Cantor's Concert Sunday, April 3, 4:00 PM
From the Bimah to Broadway! An event you won't want to miss.
Download flyer here _________________________________________________
Come Play Ball!
Join Beth Am's Softball Team. The Delaware Valley Synagogue League is highly competitive and consists of 18 teams representing 13 synagogues & Goldstein’s Funeral Home. We play a 14-game season beginning in April. We play one game per week, Monday – Thursday at 6:00 p.m. with batting and fielding practice beginning 30 minutes prior. For more information or to join, please contact Bruce Klugman, chiefyn1983@gmail.com. _________________________________________________
Mitzvah Circle ~ February Donations
Social Action is collecting new underwear and socks for boys, girls, men, and women. You can drop them off at the back door of the synagogue.
FOOD COLLECTION for Jenkintown Food Cupboard Simply drop off donations by the back door of the synagogue
This month, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard is specifically requesting the following items: Cereals (please, no sugary cereals), Oatmeal, Grits, Canned fruit in 100% fruit juice, Low sodium beef and vegetable broth. Please click here for the full food list Please check expiration dates. Click herefor the complete food list.
"I Support the Girls" is collecting feminine hygiene products.
Community
How to Respond to Antisemitic Rhetoric in Social Situations~ by Camera
Back by popular demand! CAMERA Director of Communications Jonah Cohen lays out a strategy for gracefully responding to provocative statements. His groundbreaking conversational strategy has resonated with thousands of viewers.
Pre-registration is required. Please click below to register for the date you wish to participate.
Old York Road Temple - Beth Am 971 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000
Questions? execdirector@oyrtbetham.org
This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this email. Please notify the sender immediately by email if you have received this email by mistake and delete this email from your system. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited.
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