Weekly Newsletters

25 Elul 5783                                                        September 11, 2023

​​​​​​​Please Note: High Holy Day tickets will not be distributed. There will be a check-in list for congregants
​​​​​​​in good standing upon arrival at services.

EREV ROSH HASHANAH WITH PROFESSIONAL & VOLUNTEER CHOIR Friday, September 15, 7:30 p.m.
Sermon: Rabbi Leib
Special “Mi Shebeirach” Prayer for Healing
Molish Sanctuary & Livestream

ROSH HASHANAH
Saturday, September 16
*Traditional Morning Service with Professional Choir, 10:00 a.m.
*This service is only available to members, in person or Livestream.
Sermon: Rabbi Leib
Group Aliyah: Active Brotherhood & Sisterhood members
Molish Sanctuary & Livestream

Contemporary Service with T’Filah Band, 1:00 p.m.
(Service booklet provided)
Torah Readers: Shaina & Mikey Berkowitz
New innovative service for all ages.
Molish Sanctuary & Livestream
(Special activity time for children during part of the service)

Sweet Treat Celebration, 2:15 p.m.
Celebrate the first day of the New Year with our community
as we welcome our new Education Director, Steven Goldstein.
Strick Auditorium

Tashlich, 3:00 p.m.
Home of Penny & Paul Anderson: 1406 Valley Road, Meadowbrook, PA

2nd DAY ROSH HASHANAH
Sunday, September 17
Young Family Celebration, 9:30 a.m.
Songs, prayers, activities, games, and snacks.
Led by Ms. Sherrie & Leslie Kraemer
Temple Beth Torah Chapel

Morning Service & Baby Blessings, 10:00 a.m.
Sermon: Rabbi Lynnda Targan
Bring your child, grandchild, or great grandchild (or photo)
for a special blessing at 11:30 a.m.
Molish Sanctuary & Livestream

Nature Walk, 10:00 a.m.
Led by: Steven Goldstein, Education Director
Hiking, learning, reflection, and meditation.
Pennypack Trail

L’SHANAH TOVAH TIKATEVU
May you be inscribed and sealed for a good year!
HIGH HOLY DAYS: ROSH HASHANAH & YOM KIPPUR 2023-5784

Beth Am's Short Story Writing Club brings you
“Jonah’s Journey Aboard The SS Shuvu,” an original contemporary story incorporating themes from the biblical Jonah text -- with modern twists. Join this Jonah as he is altered aboard an unusual cruise ship.

Congregant Elliott Rotman and Education Director Steven Goldstein
read the piece aloud, followed by Rabbi Leib’s facilitating a
Q & A session based on this colorful debut tale.

Monday, September 25, Yom Kippur Afternoon Minchah, 3:30 p.m.
Temple Beth Torah Chapel & Zoom  
Meeting ID: 853 1225 3284
Passcode: 105784

Beth Am’s Short Story Writing Club
Harriet Gomon, primary author
Editorial Consulting Team:
Sandie Buller
Laurie Holper
Rita Jaffe
Linda Kline
Tobie Schupack
 

Look for Donation envelopes to Mazon when you come to High Holy Day Services.

Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
971 Old York Road
Abington, PA 19001
215-886-8000
oyrtbetham.org

Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday:
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Gift Shop Hours:
Wednesdays 7:00-8:00p.m.
Available by appointment
Pearl Jahr 215-704-0514

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