Social Justice & Action
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"We are not required to complete the work of repairing the world, but neither are we free to desist from it." - Pirkei Avot SOCIAL JUSTICE AND ACTION COMMITTEE The mission of the Social Justice and Action Committee is to inspire our Temple Beth El congregants to assist those in need and to fight for social justice by providing volunteer opportunities and information regarding social concerns of our world. Our vision is to be a congregation where repairing the world is second nature. Where young and old alike work side by side to assist our neighbors in need. Congregants will have opportunities to participate in monthly programs through various committees and the religious school. Temple Beth El is known, and hopes to always be known, within the Charlotte community as well as the Jewish community at large, as a powerful force in creating social action and fighting for social justice. Temple Beth El’s Social Justice and Action Committee works year-round to aid our fellow citizens in the Jewish community and the greater Charlotte community. Through our volunteer efforts, we support the fine work of many charitable organizations assisting children, seniors and disadvantaged families throughout the region. The Social Justice and Social Action committee acts as an umbrella organization for a broad variety of activities that reflect the passions for justice of our membership. For more information or to join the committee, please contact co-chairs Judy Seldin-Cohen at judyseldin@yahoo.com or Alyson Traw at alyrg@hotmail.com. RECENT NEWS: Beth El Reaches Out to Sterling Elementary Faith communities partner with needy students Charlotte Observer May 26, 2010 Mitzvah Day Devoted to Social Justice, Service Charlotte Observer May 5, 2010 Temple Beth El Approves Resolution on Affordable Housing April 6, 2010 |
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