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Wednesday, June 16, 2021 / 6 Tamuz 5781 |
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Congregational Opportunities |
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In Person Worship Returns!
It’s been a long 15 months, but we are now at a point when we can begin to return to the building – a true shecheyanu moment! Starting Friday, June 25th we will be having Kabbalat Shabbat services every other Friday, available to those who are fully vaccinated and have confirmed reservations which allow us to comply with capacity limits (currently set at 75 fully vaccinated individuals in the Sanctuary). We will follow health protocols that reflect the guidance of the CDC, State of Illinois, City of Evanston, and the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), which currently includes masks for all those in attendance.
While in-person services are back, we are excited to share that we are in the midst of installing new cameras and projectors that will further enhance our live streaming abilities moving forward. You expect that you will see and hear these improvements in July.
If you are fully vaccinated and you wish to attend the services in the Sanctuary, please fill out this form and submit no later than the Wednesday before services. We’ll confirm your attendance and provide you with logistics as to what to expect when coming to Beth Emet.
We are so excited to welcome you back to the Sanctuary!
Click here to view the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
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Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Guest D'var Torah by Barbara Stock "Stay Calm, Transition On"
Friday, June 18 at 6:30 pm
Barbara Stock is a psychotherapist in private practice in Evanston. She has been a member of Beth Emet for more than forty years, and a facilitator of several of our Tikkun Middot va'adot. She is the very proud mother of three sons and eight grandchildren. Barbara has made innumerable transitions through her life and is happy to share her ideas on transitioning.
Ph: 312-626-6799 -Meeting ID: 853 5684 6772 | Passcode: 1224
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Discussion of movie
Aswat Acherim--Other Voices.
Thursday, June 24 at 8:00 pm
Given the recent violence between Israel and Gaza last month and the continuing tensions that are simmering, I felt it was timely for us to watch and discuss this movie about relationships between Palestinians living in Gaza and Israelis living near the Gaza Strip.
Ose Ayamendan, the filmmaker, and two people who are in the movie--a Palestinian and an Israeli--will join us for the conversation. I was privileged to see an earlier draft of the film while I was in Israel on sabbatical and to meet with Ose and some of the people in the film. Their story is complicated, inspirational, and important for us to learn about if we want to understand what's happening in Israel and explore what it will take to create peace. Please watch the film ahead of time. You can find it on Amazon. If you want to be reimbursed for the charge of the film, please email Rabbi London. And you can read more about the film here.
-Rabbi London
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Pride Shabbat with D'var Torah by
Kelly Whitehead
Friday, June 25 at 6:30 pm
*Save the Date* We are so grateful to have a guest speaker, Kelly Whitehead, a rabbinical student at Hebrew Union College joining us during our Kabbalat Shabbat Services. Kelly Whitehead (she/they) is a rabbinical student at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion ('24). Kelly grew up in New York City before moving to Washington DC, where she worked as the Youth Engagement Specialist at Temple Sinai DC and URJ Camp Harlam. Kelly participated in the Reform Movement's Jew V'Nation Jew of Color Fellowship, where they learned to create and facilitate Anti-Racial Bias training for Jewish Professionals. They serve on the board of T'ruah: the Rabbinic Call for Human Rights.
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Receive Yahrzeit Notifications by Email
With a change in our database systems, we would like to take this opportunity to find out if you wish to receive notifications by email. Please contact Shlomit and let us know. Notices are sent two weeks prior to the yahrzeit. And if you wish to be notified on the Hebrew date, please let us know that as well.
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For a list of next week's events and recordings from previous programs, check out the website!
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Death:
Mitchell Gilbert, brother of Bob (Debbie) Gilbert, Ellen Thillens, Marlene (Stuart) Paddock, and uncle of Rebecca Gilbert
Rita Raus, mother of Gregg (Rebecca) and Michael; grandmother of Aaron, Hannah, Andrea, David, Kevin, and Jonathan
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Consider making a donation to Beth Emet in honor of or in memory of a friend or a loved one. You can do so online or contact the office. Families will be notified of your contribution.
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Resources for Well-BEing
Programs and materials to support us during this challenging time
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Every week, this section will highlight a few resources—programs/services/guidance—to enhance our well-being. We have also created a webpage on the Beth Emet website that has a more comprehensive list of resources.
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Meditation and Mindfullness Exercises
Pick a meditation video on YouTube or download a Meditation App on your phone. Get in a comfortable place & position, start your video, and begin meditation. Below are options in both English and Spanish.
Here are some suggestions:
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Metropolitan Family Services
For over 150 years Metropolitan Family Services has been a voice for families in Chicago’s city and suburban communities. Out of our Evanston and Skokie offices we provide counseling and case management services to youth and families in our General Counseling and Family Support and Prevention program. We have psychiatric services available to youth in our Child and Adolescent mental health program, which is open to families with the medical card. We provide support to families in our Adoption Preservation program, and work to keep seniors safe by investigating reported allegations of Elder Abuse. Counseling is available in English and Spanish, and home-based services are available to youth and high-risk families.
Contact: Nancy Ayala--847-425-7500 or email
Address: 5210 Main St., Skokie, IL 60077
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Spring 2021 Tzedakah Grant Award Winners
This spring, the Tzedakah Committee awarded five $500 grants to deserving non-profit organizations that best exemplify Beth Emet’s social justice core values of righteousness and justice; love of one’s neighbors and for the stranger; compassion; kindness; and, hospitality. Since 1987, thanks to the Congregation’s continued generosity, the Tzedakah Committee has awarded 322 grants totaling $140,764. Each week we will be highlighting a successfu lapplicant. The first successful applicant is:
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Evanston Present and Future. Located in Evanston, this organization’s mission is to educate and empower individuals, families, and the community with a focus on minorities and others facing prejudice and discrimination. The tzedakah grant will be used to help fund this organization's Teen Parent Leadership program with the goal of serving 20 teen parents. This program seeks to improve the lives of teen parents through education and entrepreneurial assistance, mentoring, and literacy and leadership skill-building while working to prevent unplanned teen pregnancy.
The Tzedakah Committee will continue to provide grants to eligible and deserving non-profits. the filing deadline for the fall 2021 award cycle is October 31. The committe encourages congregants to help charitable organizations with which they may be involved to submit grant applications for future grant cycles.
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Interfaith Action of Evanston- Producemobile Collection
Interfaith Action of Evanston (IAE) is collecting dishwashing liquid, sponges, and toothpaste for the July 13 Producemobile. You can bring your donations to the bin on Lisa Levine’s porch at 1574 Dewey Ave, Evanston. Or Leslie Levin-Shulruff's porch at 1140 Forest Ave, Evanston.
- Dishwashing Liquid
- Sponges
- Toothpaste
Click here to view the Amazon Smile wish list account. Alternatively, you may order online and have the items delivered to:
Interfaith Action of Evanston
c/o Mildred Carter
9030 Ewing Ave.
Evanston, IL 60603
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Shabbat Singing with Cantor Cotler
Friday, June 18 at 10:00 am
Perfect for kids up to age 6, and folks of any age who like to sing and dance!
Zoom Link - Ph- 312-626-6799 - Meeting ID: 825 2802 4744 / Passcode: 671592
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Pride Tot Shabbat
Saturday, June 19 at 3:30 pm
Let's celebrate Pride month together with Rabbi Memis-Foler at June's Tot Shabbat, Saturday June 19, 3:30 p.m. at the Beth Emet playground! We'll talk about the many ways to 'be' in this world, and create a art piece to reflect that. Hope to see you there!
Invite your friends--a nice way to meet others!
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Jamberry Returns!
Tuesday, June 22 at 12:00 pm
Enjoy singing, dancing, swaying and jumping!
Come meet some new friends at Jamberry Music with Nicole Jaworski. Great for kids ages 6 months - 2 years.
Begins June 22nd at Noon for 6 weeks, $39 for one Child, $45 for two children.
Minimum 8 Families needed to run this class.
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Are you interested in learning more about the JCC Child-care center at Beth Emet?
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