Congregation Beth Israel Weekly News & Updates

June 4, 2025 | 8 Sivan 5785

Email - office@tricityjewishcenter.org

Schedule of Events

June 4 - June 14

Friday, June 6 @ 6:30 pm

Temple Emanuel Pride Shabbat Service


Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am

Torah Study


Saturday, June 7 @ 10:30 am

Beth Israel Pride Shabbat Service


Friday, June 13 @ 6:30 pm

Temple Emanuel Shabbat Service


Saturday, June 14 @ 10:00 am

Community Conversation (No Services)

Rabbi's Message

Shalom, chaverim. Our world needs shalom!


The horrible attack on elderly Jewish Americans in Boulder, Colorado, on Sunday surely left us all longing desperately for peace. It's easy to feel isolated and afraid as violent anti-Jewish hate seems to be growing in our nation. I want to comfort you with the news that already two Christian pastors and one Muslim lay leader have reached out to us to offer us their support and friendship. We are not, in truth, alone. 


One brave and articulate member of the Center did a powerful and beautiful personal Facebook post about her own heartbreak and rage, a post that urged non-Jewish people to check in on their Jewish friends to let them know that they care about them. This is one important thing that we can do at this time: engage in personal outreach to build community support. 


If you are in need of conversation or prayer, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. We have prevailed against even more challenging times than these, and we will prevail again. Remember: you are not alone.


In the meantime, let's focus on the good and the great in our own community: 


  • This past Sunday was a marvelous day, one that filled my heart and that I will always remember and cherish. We launched our community garden and then celebrated the seven-year partnership that is coming to a close between the QC Jewish community and Phil and me. To all who planned the party, all who helped prepare for it, all who brought food for the potluck, and all who attended, I thank you from the bottom of my heart.


  • The postcard campaign to preserve the SNAP nutritional program we launched this weekend continues — if you have not had time to write or sign a postcard, please do so! 


  • This weekend is our second annual Pride Shabbat. Please celebrate our inclusive, affirming community and all our members with us!


The best response to anti-Jewish hatred is to stand up as Jews, to come together as Jews to celebrate our unique and wonderful heritage. Let's do so together!


L’shalom,


Rabbi Linda

Links

Temple Emanuel Pride Shabbat Service

Friday, June 6 at 6:30 pm

Join YouTube:

https://youtube.com/live/BT29ryplzVk?feature=share

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87422006420?pwd=S2VWYzFQQjFiQTNPYUw0ZWgrc1ltQT09

Meeting ID: 874 2200 6420

Passcode: 712544

Torah Study

Saturday, June 7 at 9:00 am

Join Zoom Meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88929612384?pwd=TmNrb1FUY2w1TkYyNmhvN2NuVGNLUT09

Meeting ID: 889 2961 2384

Passcode: 067318

Beth Israel Pride Shabbat Service

Saturday, June 7 at 10:30 am

Join YouTube:

https://youtube.com/live/JBfEwg1ns4Q?feature=share

The Annual Open Board Meeting will be held on

Tuesday, June 17 at Beit Shalom at 7:00 pm.

 

Nominated to the Congregation Beth Israel at the Tri-City Jewish Center Board of Directors for a 3-year term to begin at the June annual board meeting and to expire in June 2028 are:

 

Marla Andich

Rene Gellerman

Laura Silverberg

 

All Center Members are invited and encouraged to attend.

Upcoming Events

Gary Segal Unveiling of Headstone

Sunday, June 29th @ 11:00 am


The community is invited to attend the unveiling of the headstone for

Gary Segal at the Rock Island Hebrew Cemetery on

Sunday, June 29th at 11:00 am.

Birdies for Charity

We are pleased to once again participate in the John Deere Classic Charity Drive, "Birdies for Charity". Make a pledge on the Birdies for Charity pledge forms that have been mailed to you and return to the Center office. Any pledge from our members can count towards your Dues & or High Holiday Honors. Each household can submit up to 10 pledge forms, as each card you fill out is an additional chance to win one of the fabulous prizes. For additional pledge forms, stop by the center office. Please let the Center office know you are participating. Thank you and good luck!

Beth Israel Gift Shop

Looking for a one-stop-shop for all your Judaic needs? Look no further than the Beth Israel Gift Bar! Our shelves are stocked with a wide variety of items including cards, jewelry, toys, candles, Chanukah and Passover items, and more.


Please call the office for an appointment.

Birthdays & Anniversaries

Happy Birthday!

June Birthdays


Lila Teitle - 06/01


James Harris - 06/03


Joann Vesole - 06/06


Linda Golden - 06/11


David Levin - 06/13


David Ginsburg - 06/16

Mazel Tov!

June Anniversaries


Lorrie & Lee Blumberg - 06/01


Rene & David Gellerman - 06/12


Jill & Allan Ross - 06/20


Katie & David Franks - 06/29


Meg & Hank Farber - 06/30

Get Well Soon

"Refuah Shleimah"

Get Well Soon

Phillip Rotman


Esther Weiner



Mary Jane Andich


Florence Lipsman


Noel Meller


Hank Farber

Sue Leman


Susan McPeters


Michael McPeters


Ariel Mor


David Silverberg


Peter Kivisto

Please Be Reminded


We offer cards for every occasion such as birthdays, anniversaries, condolences, birth of a child, or any occasion.


Cards are available for a small $5.00 donation.


Please call or email Ryan at the Center office and he will gladly send out your cards.