A MESSAGE FROM OUR CNT PRESIDENT

Greetings all,

I am pleased and honored to share some shout outs to a few within the community with sincere appreciation for what they do for Congregation Ner Tamid.

My first shout out goes to Rob Goldstein and his daughter Rebecca – Rob is a master challah maker which gives me yet another reason to enjoy our Shabbat Services. This past Friday we had Pumpkin Challah. In the past we have had Peaches and Cream Challah, Sundried Tomato Challah as well as Chocolate Chip Challah. What will we have this week and for the Family Shabbat Dinner next week? Come and find out! Rebecca quietly helps out and supports our Ritual Committee and does a great job of being our welcoming host as we arrive for Shabbat each Friday.

Another shout out goes to the Benmeleh family for opening their home for the 12 who attended the Men’s Group event last Saturday night. The Brazilian cuisine prepared by Yomtov and Kelli as well as the help and hosting by their son Daniel made for a great evening by all. 

My next shout out goes to the person who is preparing this edition of Chai Lights. Johanna Kohler in so many ways helps out our Congregation from Communication, to Religious School assistance, to Scarecrow Decorating, to Membership to being a key contributor on our Board. If there is a MVP award I have to nominate Johanna. 

Finally, a shout out to the Seitel family who has graciously offered their beautiful house in Blue Ridge, GA for a weekend getaway. We have raffle tickets for sale for only $25 for an amazing weekend. I encourage you to buy a ticket or several if you’d like as the odds of winning are far greater than the lottery! The raffle ticket will be selected during our Menorah Lighting in December.

For a successful synagogue it takes a village. I could give shouts outs to so many more. For today however, I express my appreciation for the villagers noted above. Their support and desire for our success is so much appreciated!

With a focus on Community,

Matt Berenson, President

We invite you to join us for Shabbat Services

Friday evenings at 7:30 pm.

Our upcoming Shabbat services will be led by:

November 7 - Rabbi Prass

November 14 - Rabbi Prass

Sisterhood Craft Night

Bead and Wire 'Tree of Life' Sculpture

Saturday, November 8 at 6:30 pm

Ladies, join the CNT Sisterhood for an evening of crafting, conversation, and noshes! We will be working on a bead and wire 'Tree of Life' sculpture. The cost will be $18, which will go towards the cost of materials and the remainder will be donated to CNT. Feel free to bring a snack and/or beverage! Please RSVP to membership@mynertamid.org. We hope to see you!

Community Shabbat Dinner

Friday, November 14 at 6:30 pm

RSVP by Tuesday, November 11

Join us for our ever-popular community Shabbat dinner on November 14 at 6:30 pm! Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 11 by writing to membership@mynertamid.org.

We are grateful for Jewish Federation of Atlanta Gather Grant funding for this event!

Annual Community Menorah Lighting!

Saturday, December 20 at 6:30 pm

SAVE THE DATE!

Luxury Cabin Fundraising Raffle

Win a 3-night stay at "Whiskey Hollow Lodge"

in Blue Ridge!

Tickets are just $25 each! The drawing will occur at our Menorah Lighting on December 20. Click here for more information on this beautiful cabin! To purchase tickets please write to info@mynertamid.org.

Community Snapshots

Men's Group Poker & Brazilian BBQ

The Men’s Group had a great time at the home of the Benmeleh family on Saturday, where they were treated to wonderful Brazilian BBQ followed by poker (with two players splitting the winnings!) Thank you to the Benmelehs for cooking up a feast!

CNT Clergy & Leadership

Rabbi Joseph Prass

Religious School Principal: Jennifer Seitel

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President: Matt Berenson * Vice President: Julie Segal

Secretary: Robert Simon * Dir. of Finance: Brad Seitel

Dir. of Communications: Johanna Kohler

Dir. at Large: Jonathon Herbst

Dir. at Large: Nick Parker