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17 August 2017 | 25 Av 5777
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Special Shabbat Message
Friday, August 18, 6 p.m.
At this difficult time for our nation and world, we invite the entire Congregation and community to gather with us to welcome Shabbat and join our hearts and prayers in unity and peace. Come sing and pray with us to send a message of solidarity as we express our continued commitment to the pursuit of a more socially just world. Rabbi Goldstein will deliver a sermon titled, "Open Your Eyes and See."
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Days of Elul Blog Series
Interested in learning more about the new Mishkan HaNefesh prayer books? We will be launching a Days of Elul blog series on August 22 with weekly posts from our clergy introducing and exploring the themes of Mishkan HaNefesh. If you would like to receive these posts as emails delivered directly to your inbox,
sign up here
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Sponsorship for 150th Anniversary
Please consider supporting Congregation Shaare Emeth’ s 150th Anniversary season. Sponsorships are available at a variety of levels. We are also printing a tribute/program booklet for the November 3-4 reconsecration weekend. Click
here
for details.
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Rabbi Stiffman - Panelist for Jewish Book Festival
Monday, November 6, 10:30 a.m.
Rabbi Emeritus Jeff Stiffman has been chosen as a panelist for the Missouri's Own program at the Jewish Book Festival, which takes place on November 6 at 10:30 a.m. Rabbi Stiffman's book, "Shaare Emeth at 150," describes the history of the Congregation from its beginnings as the first Reform Congregation in St. Louis to the present.
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Baby 'n' Me
Starting Wednesday, August 30, 9:30 a.m.
Come join us at Shirlee Green Preschool to socialize, share music, enjoy a snack, and engage in gentle activity for children up to two years old. On Fridays, as always, you are welcome to stay for Shabbat. Full schedule available on the Shirlee Green Preschool
website
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Tzedek: Social Justice and Advocacy
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Festival of Nations 2017
Saturday, August 26
Volunteers are needed to staff the Jewish table at the annual Festival of Nations in Tower Grove Park on Saturday, August 26. Contact Jerri Livingston at
[email protected]
or (314) 469-3553 to sign up for a 2-hour time slot. All materials will be provided.
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Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease
Saturday, September 16, 9:30 a.m.
One-in-ten people over 65 have some form of dementia. The Walk to End Alzheimer's seeks to reduce that number by raising money to fund research efforts. Registration is free, but donations are strongly encouraged. Find out more, and read about why Shaare Emeth Co-Captain Bill Livingston walks to end Alzheimer's
here
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Weekday Torah Study Resumes
Wednesday, September 6, 10 a.m.
As we resume our weekday Torah Study session after this short summer break, we will keep the same time (10-11 a.m.) but will now meet on Wednesdays instead of Tuesdays. We hope you can join us. Our first session will introduce you to our new High Holiday prayerbook,
Mishkan HaNefesh
(The Sanctuary of the Soul).
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Learning Session: Mishkan HaNefesh
Wednesday, September 6, 7:30 p.m.
Join Rabbi Bennett for a special learning session to introduce you to our new High Holiday prayerbook,
Mishkan HaNefesh
(The Sanctuary of the Soul). Reservations appreciated but not required to Shandi Greve Penrod at 314-569-0010.
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Introduction to Judaism
Beginning October 17
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about Judaism, consider signing up for this 16-week class at Temple Israel. It is sponsored by the Union for Reform Judaism and taught by members of the Association of Reform Rabbis of St. Louis. The class will meet on Tuesday nights from 7 - 9 p.m. from October 17, 2017 - March 6, 2018. Tuition is $250 for an individual and $275 for a couple. Learn more
here
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Our Congregation Mourns:
Neva Wasson
Jacqueline Siegel
Randi Rose
Mark Yawitz
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Would you like to be informed of deaths within our Congregation?
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Congregational High Holy Day Choir
Rehearsal: Wednesdays 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
August 16, 23, 30 | September 6, 13, 27
Previous experience is not required, and participation is open to singers middle-school age and older. Email
Stacy Jespersen
for more information.
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Mishkan HaNefesh: Machzor for the Days of Awe
We are offering the opportunity for you to dedicate a prayer book in honor of or in memory of a loved one. Your prayer book dedication will offset the cost of providing these books for our Congregation. A bookplate with your name will be placed inside the two-volume set for a tax-deductible contribution of $45. Please stop by our office and fill out an order form or call us at 314-569-0010.
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July/August Bulletin Available Online
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Shabbat Services
Friday, August 18
6 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat Service; Rabbi Goldstein will speak about "Open Your Eyes and See"
Childcare provided.
Saturday, August 19
9 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
9:30 a.m. Torah Study
11 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
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Torah Reading
R'eih
Deuteronomy 11:26–16:17
Haftarah
Isaiah 54:11-55:5
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Join Our Temple Family
Do you have a friend or relative interested in joining our Congregation? Do you know someone looking for a Preschool or Religious School?
Have them contact Rosalie Stein, Executive Director, at 314-692-5353 or
[email protected]
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