We hope everyone has gotten dry again after all these rainstorms over the last couple of weeks. It has certainly disrupted our normal routines but thankfully the drought situation is not nearly as dire as it was three weeks ago. And though it may have been hard to see because of all the clouds, this is the time of year when the days are once again getting longer. Every year nature reminds us that however much darkness may enshroud us, the light will always return as strong as ever, somewhat like in the story of Noah where a rainbow symbolizes the promise that the catastrophic flood would not happen again. We encourage everyone to take advantage of the coming weeks to soak in the sunshine, be outdoors when you can, and enjoy the longer days with family and friends.
Speaking of the weather, thankfully with the passing of the rain we are now set to host the playground playground sand and wood chip project for the religious school this Sunday, January 22, at 12:30 p.m. We and the teachers will be deeply grateful for anyone who can volunteer to help make the playground even better for the kids. Please bring shovels and/or gloves if you have them
We also have plenty of other major holidays coming up in the next few months, including Tu B’shvat, Purim and Passover. You can help make a difference by volunteering to help with the Purim Carnival and Passover Seder. Assisting with any of these events allows us to connect with the community, perform a mitzvah, and make the Temple Beth Hillel experience even better. In addition, please consider joining the Temple Beth Hillel Board of Directors next year. Our Board is always on the lookout for members who have ideas for the future of the temple and the ability to carry out that vision. You can reach out to us or any Board member when you are interested.
Finally, the next Family Shabbat will be held this Friday, January 20, at 6:15 p.m. Please help spread the word to encourage families to bring their kids for Shabbat activities and stories. Immediately afterwards, our regular Shabbat service will be held at 7:30 p.m. As always, Torah study will be held on Saturday at 10:15 a.m., and will be on Zoom. And those who wish to join Tefillah services at the Religious School are welcome starting at 9:30 a.m on Sundays. Thanks everyone!
If I am not for myself, who will be for me?
If I am not for others, what am I?
And if not now, when? -Rabbi Hillel
~ Anna B Stein and David Zimring, Co-Presidents, Temple Beth Hillel
From the Presidents – January 20, 2023
January 20, 2023 by tbhrich • president
Hello Everyone!
We hope everyone has gotten dry again after all these rainstorms over the last couple of weeks. It has certainly disrupted our normal routines but thankfully the drought situation is not nearly as dire as it was three weeks ago. And though it may have been hard to see because of all the clouds, this is the time of year when the days are once again getting longer. Every year nature reminds us that however much darkness may enshroud us, the light will always return as strong as ever, somewhat like in the story of Noah where a rainbow symbolizes the promise that the catastrophic flood would not happen again. We encourage everyone to take advantage of the coming weeks to soak in the sunshine, be outdoors when you can, and enjoy the longer days with family and friends.
Speaking of the weather, thankfully with the passing of the rain we are now set to host the playground playground sand and wood chip project for the religious school this Sunday, January 22, at 12:30 p.m. We and the teachers will be deeply grateful for anyone who can volunteer to help make the playground even better for the kids. Please bring shovels and/or gloves if you have them
We also have plenty of other major holidays coming up in the next few months, including Tu B’shvat, Purim and Passover. You can help make a difference by volunteering to help with the Purim Carnival and Passover Seder. Assisting with any of these events allows us to connect with the community, perform a mitzvah, and make the Temple Beth Hillel experience even better. In addition, please consider joining the Temple Beth Hillel Board of Directors next year. Our Board is always on the lookout for members who have ideas for the future of the temple and the ability to carry out that vision. You can reach out to us or any Board member when you are interested.
Finally, the next Family Shabbat will be held this Friday, January 20, at 6:15 p.m. Please help spread the word to encourage families to bring their kids for Shabbat activities and stories. Immediately afterwards, our regular Shabbat service will be held at 7:30 p.m. As always, Torah study will be held on Saturday at 10:15 a.m., and will be on Zoom. And those who wish to join Tefillah services at the Religious School are welcome starting at 9:30 a.m on Sundays. Thanks everyone!
If I am not for myself, who will be for me?
If I am not for others, what am I?
And if not now, when? -Rabbi Hillel
~ Anna B Stein and David Zimring, Co-Presidents, Temple Beth Hillel