Join us for our postponed spring Scholar-in-Residence with Dr. Jonathan Golden. Dr. Golden teaches history at the Gann Academy and his timely topic is, "Chai to the Chief: American Jews and the Race for the White House, Then and Now". With the election season in full swing, Dr. Golden will offer context for how we can understand presidential politics and the American Jewish community. Join us for learning via Zoom on Friday, October 30 at 7:00 pm, following a brief Shabbat Service at 6:30 pm. The Zoom link below will be the same for the service and the speaker. The Shabbat service and speaker will also be Livestreamed. Click the title of this event above to learn more about Dr. Jonathan Golden.
Saturday, October 31 at 10:30 am Shabbat Morning Service & Bar Mitzvah of Brady Goldman The congregation is invited to join by Livestream.
Saturday, October 31 at 9:00 am Early Shabbat Service Lay-Led Minyan and Torah Study via Zoom
Email info@templebethdavid.netfor any zoom link or to have your name added to the distribution list.
UPCOMING at TBD
Lunchtime Talmud Study This Thursday
Bring your lunch and jump onto Zoom for our lively weekly Talmud class from 12:00-1:00 p.m. No prior experience necessary. We especially invite first time students to join this class taught by the rabbis. We will continue the study of Tractate Brachot (Blessings).
You can help long time temple member Amy Fiorino in her goal to attain mobility. She has been working hard with Journey Forward to take these steps. Unfortunately the therapy is not covered by insurance. You can help by contributing to her GoFundMe account here.
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.
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" AND "Shorashim at Home" for Grades K-6 on Sunday, November 1, 9:45-11:30 am
Hebrew Learning Grades 3-6: November 3 OR 4 afternoon Double Chai Grades 7-12: Wednesday, November 4, 6:00-7:30 pm
Sisterhood & Brotherhood (Click the name of each event to find out more!)
Join the Brotherhood on Sunday, November 8 at 9:30 am via Zoom for a presentation by Kaitlyn O’Donnell of the Norfolk County Mosquito Control.
Sisterhood Maccabee Swap
The Sisterhood is putting together Chanukah boxes for college students. If you would like your student to receive a box, please send their name and address as of Nov. 25 to Rachel Watsky. If they will be at school, we will be shipping the boxes by the end of November. If you would prefer to receive the box closer to Chanukah, we would send it to your home address. The deadline to submit the information is Nov. 16.
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.
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
