ELIGIBLE CONGREGANTS WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION FOR ALL SERVICES.
MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CONGREGANTS OVER THE AGE OF 2. Don't forget to change your clocks on Saturday night! Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 7.
Friday, November 5 6:00 PM Erev Shabbat Service with Rabbi Leib and Cantor Zarkh in the Molish Sanctuary and on Livestream November Birthday Blessings Floral arrangements sponsored by Craig and Susan Heller in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Katelyn Heller. CLICK HEREfor Livestream
Saturday, November 6 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: Sue Fleishman Meeting ID #: 884 5577 5879 (same as Torah Study).
10:00 AM Shabbat Morning Service in the Molish Sanctuary and on LIVESTREAM. BAT MITZVAH: KATELYN HELLER Daughter of Craig and Susan Heller
BAT MITZVAH - KATELYN HELLER For my mitzvah project, my family and I made blankets which we donated to the Montgomery County SPCA. This project was very special to me because I have been making blankets with my Mom-Mom for several years now and donating them to other animal rescues in the area. I chose this project because animals, especially dogs, are very important to me. My two dogs are part of my family and I cannot imagine my life without them. They were both strays that we rescued from the SPCA and I wanted to help in some small way to give back to, and continue the amazing work the SPCA and other animal rescues do. Every night I tuck my dogs in and make sure they are cozy and warm under their blankets. I wanted to make sure that the dogs at the SPCA had their own blankets so that they could hopefully feel cozy and warm too, and a little less scared.
I am beyond grateful to so many people who helped me reach this important day. Of course, I am grateful to my Mom and Dad and sister Madison for all of their love, support and guidance. I would also like to thank Rabbi Tornberg and Rabbi Leib for helping prepare me for today and for teaching me so much about my Jewish heritage. The biggest thanks, though, goes to Cantor Zarkh who had confidence in me even when I did not have confidence in myself. I hope I make everyone, especially the Cantor proud today.
Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Leib Sunday, November 7, 11:00 AM This week we’ll return to our discussion of Pirkei Avot 5:4. We’ll examine and discuss Rabbi Shmuley Yanklowitz’s text, which can be found on pp. 288-291 of Pirkei Avot; A Social Commentary, or at the link above.
Pirkei Avot will take a short hiatus after the November 7th class, to attend the live Sunday events at Beth Am, and to celebrate Thanksgiving. You can join us in the auditorium on November 14th at 9:00 a.m. for breakfast and the Harry and Evelyn Silver z”l Scholar in Residence program featuring Mark Oppenheimer. Mark will discuss his new book, Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood. And you can join us again for breakfast on November 21st (9:30 a.m. in the auditorium) with a discussion about your heart health.
Both of these events are free, but do require advanced registration. You can register on ShulCloud, or by contacting Stacey Mardt in the Temple office, smardt@oyrtbetham.org. The book is now available in the Temple office for $24.50.
You can feed a less fortunate family of 4 a complete Thanksgiving dinner for just $20. Brotherhood’s annual Thanksgiving Family Dinner project is accepting contributions. See Tuesday’s email for details. CLICK HERE to join us on Zoom Meeting ID: 833 9277 0410 ______________________________________________
A Farewell Note from Bonnie Marks:
I would like to take this opportunity to say Goodbye and Thank You to my Beth Am family.
As some of you know, I will be retiring as of November 11. My time here at Beth Am has been blessed with fun, friendships and memories to cherish, not to mention the best co-workers anyone could ask for! I leave here knowing I have made life-time relationships, and for that I am grateful.
Some of you have asked the question…"What will you do?!" My plans are many, but at the forefront I want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, and activities too numerous to mention. Rest assured I will keep busy!
My husband Richard and I look forward to staying on as members of the synagogue and seeing you all in the future.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Adult Sunday Softball League 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Join us at McKinley Baseball Field at Ethel Jordan Park. 347 Cadwalader Ave. #301, Elkins Park. Adults only please.
For more information, CLICK HERE. ______________________________________________
We Need Your Recipes! Multi-Generational Cook Book Celebrating Beth Am's 75th Anniversary. Deadline: Tuesday, November 23
Please Note: We had some technical issues with the link we sent in Tuesday's email. CLICK HERE to submit your recipes in ShulCloud! Please call the office if you need assistance (215) 886-8000. _______________________________________________
Purchase Your Gift Cards for the Holidays
When you purchase gift cards through Beth Am, a portion of the proceeds comes back to Beth Am - at no cost to you! Purchase groceries, gifts, household items and more with pre-paid gift cards. Also, grocery store gift cards are always appreciated for our Food Pantry collections.
Email your order to Stacey Mardt at smardt@oyrtbetham.orgor call the office at 215-886-8000. Orders are placed on Monday morning each week, and you will be notificed when they are available for pick-up - usually by Thursday of the same week.
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