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It is
no mystery why Judaism has survived and flourished for more than 5,000 years.
Our ancestors envisioned and dreamed. From one generation to the next, they
nurtured and passed on the cultural bond that connects us all.
Judaism is so much more than a religion; it is a heritage and lifestyle that
has persevered through the world’s darkest hours. By participating in temple
life today, we honor the commitment and sacrifices of those who came before us
while taking on the responsibility to provide for future generations.
Births, b’nei mitzvah, weddings, deaths; Temple Beth El has been the anchor for
so many families during their life cycles. In the past decade, the congregation
has grown from 725 to more than 1,100 today. Although the roots of our temple
run deep and its branches spread wide, we are straining to keep up with the
growth. It is more and more difficult to provide adequate space, staff and
programming to meet all of the spiritual needs of congregants.
We must rise to meet this challenge for present and future generations, as our
forefathers did. The time to give is now, though our temple will transcend many
lifetimes.
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