 
CHESED COMMITTEE...
Temple Beth Sholom lends its support to
our ailing members in time of need. Our Clergy and members of the Chesed Committee visit those who are seriously ill
or hospitalized, and who wish to have the benefit of such visits.
If you know of a Temple
member who would appreciate such a visit, or you would like to be a
part of this rewarding endeavor please contact the clergy office at
804-1333, ext. 104
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CHAVUROT NEWS...
Chavura…"A Fellowship of
Friends", or, "a group of people"
Chavurot…more than one Chavura,
or, "groups of people"
Welcome to the exciting world of TBS Chavurot!
Temple Beth Sholom adopted the concept
several years ago with the idea of becoming a catalyst and sponsor of
groups of Temple
members with common interests. It orchestrated the formation and
support of several such Chavurot. Ideally, a Chavura provides support, celebration,
companionship, and study opportunities for its members. It is a great
way to make new friends and feel more a part of our Jewish community.
Each Chavura is unique, and the common thread
is the Jewish community in general, and Temple Beth Sholom
in particular. The Chavura reflects the
collective virtues of its members, and its activities are chosen and
carried out by the members. Each one plans its own activities and
operates independently. Your Chavura can
become an extended family for you and your family - you can share
holidays, get together for social get together at home, go out (to eat,
to plays and movies, to Shul, play a sports
or other games, study and learn together). Why, the list is only
limited by your own imagination! We have Chavurot
for couples and others for singles.
Current news:We have new groups forming on an ongoing basis. To receive
a Chavurah Form or to get more information,
please contact Myrna
Hills in the
Temple Beth Sholom office at 804-1333, ext.
100
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USY
United Synagogue Youth...
TBS is activey updating its Youth Programming. Stay tuned for the updates.
Additionally have your children send an e-mail to the appropriate
e-mail listed below so that they will get the youth blast newsletter for
the appropriate age group.
Kadima – Grades 5-6: Kadima-subscribe@bethsholomlv.org
Jr USY – Grades 7-8: Jr_USY-subscribe@bethsholomlv.org
Sr. USY – Grades 9-12: Sr_USY-subscribe@bethsholomlv.org
USY is a Jewish Youth Group
for teens in 7th-12th grade. We have monthly chapter and regional
events. USY programming includes social, cultural, religious, and
educational events. The youth program is run by Youth Director Lauren Frydman, counselkids8@yahoo.com.
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CHEVRA
KADISHA "A Sacred Society"
There is a unique group in Jewish society. It is called the Chevra Kadisha. Have you
ever heard of it? Do you know what it does? That just goes to show you
how unique it is!
Its origins, at least in part, stem from the Talmudic passage:
"Rabbi Simlai lectured: Torah begins and
ends with acts of lovingkindness...It
concludes with an act of kindness, as is written (Deut.): 'And He
buried him (Moses) in the valley.'" (Sotah
14A).
The work of the Chevra Kadisha
is most beautiful and full of meaning. Judaism is predicated on the
belief in an after-life where men and women will receive their ultimate
eternal reward after appearing before Him for their final judgment -
their final Yom Kippur. A second accepted belief is that while the soul
(neshama) departs from the body upon death,
it nevertheless remains nearby, fully aware of what transpires to the
body and around it.
The task of the Chevra Kadisha,
is to, with prayers and deep spiritual respect, care for the body, in
its final washing and dressing process (tahara).
It matters not whether the deceased had been a practicing Jew, whether
he or she was Orthodox, Conservative or Reform, with or without
affiliation. A Jew deserves a physical burial process echoing the
magnificence and splendor of our culture and traditions.
Certainly the thought of death is not a pleasant one to consider. But
consider it we must. We are most fortunate to have here, at Temple Beth
Sholom, and in concert with Temple Midbar Kodesh, a
dedicated group of men and women, unselfishly sharing their
spirituality and lovingkindness with those
who, in time of great need and distress, require their thoughts, words
and actions.
If you need more information, or, have questions, please call: Marlowe Mogill at 341-7512 or Linda White at 254-0281
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MENS CLUB OF TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM
A recently energized Men's Club at Temple Beth Sholom
has evolved into a dynamic organization, with a fundamental purpose of
assisting the needs of the congregation in every way possible. The club
was founded more than 50 years ago, but since it became affiliated with
the Conservative movement's Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs in
September 2001, our Men's Club has embarked on a major campaign of
stimulating religious, social and cultural activities both within the
temple and throughout the Jewish community.
Easily identified by the wearing of the Red Kippah,
members of the Men's Club are truly dedicated to supporting the ideals
of Judaism and how they translate into programs that benefit Temple Beth
Sholom. Moreover, the Men's Club has become
actively involved in expanding its horizons to meet a full range of
family and community needs. For example, the recently updated by-laws
of the Temple Beth Sholom Men's Club state
that the purpose of the organization shall be to:
- Promote a more
thorough knowledge and appreciation of Jewish life.
- Stimulate social and
cultural activities among members and in the community.
- Encourage youth
activities and affiliations.
- Strengthen the
involvement of the members in the life of the congregation.
- Be a charitable
service organization.
- Train knowledgeable
leaders for the temple and the Jewish community.
Among its fund-raising activities, our Men's Club is particularly
proud of its sponsorship of a Warsaw Ghetto Memorial, a solemn tribute
to the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust. In addition, the
club supports and administers our annual Yom Hashoah
Yellow Candle Program. Annual dues for each member is
$36, of which $11 is paid to the Jewish Federation of Men's Clubs. A
variety of activities helps the club to elicit funds so that it can
assist the temple and other Jewish causes in many ways. For example,
the Men's Club has made recent financial contributions to improve
safety devices in pre-school classrooms; helps sponsor an annual picnic
or the religious school; buys equipment for pre-schoolers,
gifts for all who are called to their bar/bat mitzvah and gifts for
couples at their Uf Rufs.
The Men's Club recently made a significant contribution to Israel's
Magen David Adom,
to help purchase an ambulance.
The Men’s Club holds its general membership meetings on the third
Wednesday evening of each month, and all members of Temple Beth Sholom are invited to attend. Meetings include
discussion of a variety of social and cultural issues, including a
guest speaker. For more information, contact Marlowe Mogill, Men’s Club President at mbmogill@cox.net
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WOMEN’S
LEAGUE OF TEMPLE
BETH SHOLOM
The Women’s League, a driving force in Temple Beth Sholom, is affiliated with Women’s League for
Conservative Judaism, the national organization of Conservative
Sisterhoods. Our dedication is constant to the perpetuation of
traditional Judaism in the home, synagogue and the community, along
with the continuing education and involvement in a myriad of Synagogue
activities. As we provide Temple Beth Sholom
with service and fiscal support, and involve ourselves in the greater
Jewish world, we experience personal growth, cultural enrichment and
educational advancement along with building las ting
relationships and friendships. We enhance our families through
life-cycle experiences and transmit our heritage and traditions to our
children and grandchildren.
We offer the following on-going opportunities for enrichment and
involvement through monthly meetings and programs. Z’HAVA, the young
woman’s group of Women’s League meets each month in private homes.
Our fund raising is primarily through the Judaica Shop; Personal "Tributes" which
appear in the Vision; The Hanukkah Boutique and by the purchase of
Prayer Books and Chumashim. Dues are $36 for Temple Members
- $50 for non-Temple
Members and
include a subscription to the Outlook Magazine. For information contact
Kim Memar, Women’s League President
memarkfas@cox.net
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