At the end of Yom Kippur, we thanked many Temple leaders and volunteers for the group effort to make the High Holy Days possible and accessible this year. We want to take a moment to thank all of you, the members of the Temple Beth David, for creating sacred space at home, joining along with us in whatever manner felt comfortable for you, sending us pictures and notes, and taking care of yourselves and others. Our sermons will be available next week. For now, we journey on to Sukkot and Simchat Torah, known in Jewish tradition as "Z'man Simchateinu," our time of joy. Even in difficult times, we are instructed to find joy and blessing.
Wishing you "Moadim L'Simcha" - a joyful and restful Sukkot holiday. Rabbi Karen and Rabbi Micah
Sukkot & Shabbat Evening Service Friday, October 2 Shabbat at 5:30 pm (Note Earlier Time) Outdoors At Temple Weather Permitting & Livestream "Shabbat in the Lot"
Celebrate Shabbat and Sukkot outdoors at Temple or at home. Seating according to household groups will be in the Temple parking lot. The service will include special Sukkot blessings.
Saturday, October 3 at 9:00 a.m. Shabbat & Sukkot Service and Torah Study Outodoors In-Person & Livestream (Rabbi Micah will lead the service/discussion)
Email info@templebethdavid.net for any zoom link or to have your name added to the distribution list.
Continue to Celebrate the Holidays
Sukkot "Lunch and Learn"
Thursday, Oct. 8, 12:00-1:00 p.m. (via Zoom) Enjoy your lunch, bless the lulav and etrog, and learn about what Judaism says about the meaning of shelter at this season and in our current day.
Simchat Torah and Consecration of New Students
Friday, October 9 at 6:15 pm (via Zoom) The whole community is invited to rejoice as we complete the cycle of Torah reading and begin again. Share Torah highlights and welcome new students with a special Consecration blessing and gift of their own mini Torah scrolls. Fourth Grade students will receive their own Siddur (prayer book). Celebrate Shabbat and Simchat Torah!
UPCOMING at TBD
Playground Dedication THIS Sunday, October 4, 11:45 - 12:15
The Barbara Zoob Intergenerational Playground at Temple Beth David is built and open for play! Join us this Sunday for a dedication to honor Barbara Zoob, thank donors and volunteers, and formally open the site. There will also be a friendly competition to guess how many milk cartons were recycled for the playground material! The dedication will be held outdoors around the playground. Due to Covid guidelines, space is limited. Advanced sign-up is required along with distancing and masks.
Adult Learning: "Kind David, Rogue or Hero?!" Led by Rabbi Henry Zoob Beginning Sunday, October 11 at 11:45
Ways You Can Do Good
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.
Forty Days For Food
Instead of walking together at the Interfaith Mini-Walk for Hunger, join us for Forty Days for Foodfrom Sunday, September 13 to Thursday, October 22. The need is great in our own neighborhoods. Please join our team or make a donation to fight hunger!
Every Voice, Every Vote
"Raise your voice like a Shofar (Isaiah 58:1)." The best way to raise your voice is to vote and to help others engage in the election, too. Learn more about the Reform Movement's Religious Action Center civic engagement campaign Every Voice, Every Voteand find out how to get involved.
Shorashim Religious School News
This Week: "Shorashim Outdoors" Grades K-6: Sunday, October 4, 9:45-11:30 am "Shorashim at Home" Grades K-6: Sunday, October 4, 1:00 pm Hebrew Learning Grades 3-6: October 6 OR 7 afternoon Double Chai Grades 7-12: Wednesday, October 7, 6:00-7:30 pm
Sisterhood & Brotherhood (Click the name of each event to find out more!)
Join us for Book Club on Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 pm.All are welcome.
Sisterhood Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 pm for a Sisterhood meeting.
Staying Connected
It is important that we stay connected as a community. 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 committee is here to support 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.
Community Virtual Learning
Jewish Community & Hebrew Learning
Check out these learning opportunities for a variety of age groups from Hebrew College here in Boston.
Join us on a fascinating two-year journey through the narrative of the Jewish people from ancient to present times. Explore in-depth four key area of Jewish history: Hebrew Bible, Rabbinics, Medieval, and Modern. Begins October 2020!
The temple's administrative staff and clergy are currently working remotely.Leahcan be reached via email during regular temple office hours Tuesdays-Fridays. The rabbis are available by phone, Zoom, or in person.
For pastoral needs, call the main temple phone number and you will be directed to the rabbis.
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
