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Sadie Levin Scholar-in-Residence Weekend - February 19 - 21, 2010

Join us as we welcome Rabbi Zahara Davidowitz-Farkas, former dean of HUC-Jewish Institute of Religion

and the current director of 9/11 spiritual care long term recovery for the American Red Cross.

Click here for a full schedule for the weekend.



Purim Weekend - February 26 - 28, 2010

Join us for the "Whole Megillah" - there's something for everyone!

From our First Annual Purim Dance: "Rock'n Thru the Ages," to hamantaschen sales,

"Chanah Montahnah: A Purim Shpiel," the Purim Carnival, and more.

Click here for a full calendar of events.

Click here to become a sponsor of the Purim Dance.


Haiti Relief Fund

Help support those in Haiti suffering from the devastation of the earthquake.
Donations can be made to the URJ Haiti Relief Fund through Temple Beth El, or you can give directly to the URJ
(Union for Reform Judaism, our Reform Movement) by clicking here.




 Kosher for Passover Coca-Cola and Candy

Click here, or on the boxes above, to order your kosher for Passover Coca-Cola and candy through Temple Beth El!

For Coca-Cola purchases, you may also click here to print and mail back the order form.



Temple Beth El University


A place where adults can learn about Judaism and promote Jewish Literacy!

Wednesday Evenings, 7:00-9:00 pm

WINTER MINI-MESTER

February 3, 10 and 17

"The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of Jewish Prayer,"

"Sex in the Texts," and "The God Who Isn't: Radical Jewish Views of God."

Sign up here.





Fresh Produce and Judaism 

Rabbi Micah explains why signing up for fresh produce from Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) appeals to him as an environmentalist and a Jew. Click here to read the article. To sign up for the CSA delivery to Shalom Park, click here.



Temple Beth El's 13th Annual Comparative Religion Series:
“Religious Notes: Music & Ethics of Our Faiths”

Tuesdays evenings, January 5th - February 23rd, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
 Sam Lerner Center for Cultural Arts at the Levine JCC

One of the largest and best attended interfaith programs in the Charlotte area.
Pre-registration is not required and the programs are offered free of charge for the benefit
of the faith communities of Charlotte. Bring your friends and neighbors.
For more information on this year's program and speakers, click here.


Room in the Inn (RITI) 2010

Once again Temple Beth El will be hosting homeless “neighbors” from Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.

Sponsored by Urban Ministries Center, this city-wide program provides housing and meals for homeless men, women and children from December to March. Temple Beth El volunteers provide and serve meals, set up beds, staff the overnights and drive participants in the JCC van.

To volunteer, download a registration form here or visit our Room in the Inn page to register online.


 
Sale at Discovered Traditions


After Hanukkah 30% off sale began January 8th in Discovered Traditions gift shop.
Shop and save! And support Religious School Scholarships.

Temple Beth El Congregational Trip to Israel with Rabbi Judy, June 14 - 25, 2010

 

Join the congregation for a trip of a lifetime. Connect with our history, our culture, our community, and with our homeland. Climb Mt. Masada with us to see the sunrise (or simply ride the tram at a later hour), raft down the River Jordan, float on the Dead Sea, enjoy Shabbat at our sister congregation, Birkat Shalom, be inspired by the sights and sounds of Jerusalem and learn even more about Israel's history, politics, culture, challenges and joys. Make memories that will transform your life. For more information on this year's trip and to register go to our Beth El Trip website at http://israelexperts.com/partners/BethElFamily/index.html or contact Rabbi Judy at Rabbijudy@beth-el.com

Deposit deadline is February 15, 2010.



Project Noah: Weathering the Storm
The Jewish Community's Response to the Economic Decline
 
Times are difficult for many of our congregants. 
The entire Jewish community is working together to support those in need.

Finding Help:
If you are struggling, Temple Beth El is here to support you.  Do not hesitate to call any member of our clergy or staff at 704-366-1948. You may also visit Temple Beth El's Project Noah: Weathering the Storm resource page for more information. Additionally, please see the Jewish Family Services Project Noah Website.


  

   
Please click here to access our 2009/5770 High Holy Day Video Stream.
Temple Beth El is pleased to provide online video streaming of our High Holy Day services. A high speed internet connection is required to properly view the service. 
Recording of our services is sponsored by the Temple Beth El Caring Committee.    
For more information about the Caring Committee click here