Union for Reform Judaism South Shore Regional Shabbat March 19 "Change and Challenge: Reform Judaism at a Crossroads"
Temple Beth David will participate in the Union for Reform Judaism's Virtual South Shore Shabbat Service on Friday, March 19 at 7:30 pmwithspecial speaker, URJ PRESIDENT RABBI RICK JACOBS.
Temple Community Shabbat Morning Service March 20
All are welcome to join THIS Saturday, March 20 at 10:00 am for this participatory, musical service with the rabbis and fellow congregants. A creative and meaningful Shabbat morning experience with Torah reading and discussion. Add your voice and questions - all ages welcome!
Bring your lunch and join on Zoom for our lively weekly Talmud study from 12:00-1:00 pm with the rabbis. We are continuing to study Tractate Brachot (Blessings). No prior experience necessary.
Inviting all 6th-12th graders to come join us for a brief NAWDTY & jNAWDTY Havdalah. The event will be hosted on Zoom on March 20 7:00 pm. Join as we say goodbye to Shabbat together. Click below to register for the Zoom link.
Peloton Ride with TBD March 21
Calling all Peloton Riders! Join us on March 21 at 8:00 am for a 30 minute low impact ride with Jess King (09/04/18). Simply search #healthyTBD and the ride.
#HealthyTBD
Please join the Member Connections Team for 6 walks in April and May. Get to know fellow congregants and enjoy the great outdoors. First walk is Saturday, April 3 at 3:00 pm at Adams Farm. Hope to see you there. Check out the schedule for more dates and locations.
Passover Coming Soon!
Women's Seder March 21 THIS Sunday
Please join us for our annual Sisterhood Women's SederonSunday, March 21, 5:00-6:00 pm (4:30 greeting time). We will come together virtually and prepare for Passover as Rabbi Karen leads us with a special Haggadah highlighting women's experiences. A personally meaningful way for you to prepare for the holiday and connect with women in our temple community. This year includes special readings and symbols for our times. Register for the Zoom link below!
Share A Seder on March 27 or 28
Are you looking to connect with other Temple families for Passover? Are you able to invite others to your Seder table?Let's open our virtual doors a little wider this year. Please sign up to participate in or to host a Passover Seder via Zoom with fellow congregants BY March 19. The Religious Practices Committee will help match you. Please let Rabbi Karen know any questions.
Tot Shabbat Passover Edition! Saturday, March 27, 9:30-10:30 am
Pray, Prepare for Passover, and Play on the Temple Playground (weather permitting)! Get ready for Passover with some fun Seder Songs and a craft to take home for your Seder Table. Meet other families. Health Consent and back up Zoom link will be available next week.
See our Social Action Page for opportunities to help others right now. Fight food insecurity, donate blood, or support socially isolated adults in person or remotely.
SSH and Family Table Donations
While we are not able to volunteer in person, the temple is continuing our commitment to JF&CS Family Table and Father Bill's & Mainspring Shelter. The Social Action Committee is asking the 4th grade class and Sisterhood this month to lead our collection of donations for Family Table and Father Bill's. Family Table - Canned salmon and whole grain pasta Father Bill's - Travel size toiletries and breakfast foods Please bring items to the boxes in the school lobby. There will be no more pick up of Passover items. As always, canned salmon and whole grain pasta are welcome!*
Shorashim Religious School
The Week Ahead Grades K-6: Sunday, March 21 - Passover Learning! Hebrew Learning Grades 3-6: March 23 OR 24 afternoon Double Chai Grades 7-12: Wednesday, March 24, 6:00-7:30 pm
Sisterhood & Brotherhood(click on titles for details)
SAVE THE DATE for a presentation by Dr. Lee Pelton on Sunday, April 11 at 4:00 pm. Dr. Pelton is part of our ongoing series about inequality. He is the outgoing President of Emerson College and soon to be CEO of The Boston Foundation. This program is open to all temple members.
NEW Temple Early Learning Center!
Temple Beth David Shalom Corner Early Learning Center
We are excited to share the name of Temple Beth David's Shalom Corner Early Learning Center, opening September 2021 pending EEC licensing. More information and a prospective family questionaiire is available here, please feel free to share!
The clergy and Temple Beth David Board are here for you. If you need help or can offer help, we invite you to take a moment to fill out this brief survey:COVID-19 Needs Survey
Sharing Our Lives
Are you celebrating a special birthday, anniversary, or lifecycle occasion? Let the Rabbis know. Receive a special blessing during services in honor of a significant moment in your life. Share your simcha in our Shofar newsletter. Please let the Rabbis know if you have a loved one who would like a visit or to be included in our prayer for healing. Temple Beth David's Caring Connections is here for you.
L'Dor V'Dor (From Generation to Generation)
If you are interested in making a future gift to the L'Dor V'Dor Endowment Fund, or you have made arrangements for TBD in your estate plan, please contact Immediate Past President Paul Greenberg.
Temple Office Hours This Week The temple's administrative staff and clergy are currently working remotely.LeahorLesliecan be reached via email during regular temple office hours Tuesdays-Fridays. The rabbis are available by phone, Zoom, or in person. For pastoral needs, please call the main temple number and you will be directed to the rabbis.
Sisterhood Judaica Shop Convenient shopping for meaningful gifts for the holidays, B'nai Mitzvah celebrations and house gifts. All profits benefit Temple Beth David. For further information contact Rachel Watsky.
