MAY 2023
The imperative to pursue justice, answers to the questions of why we do it and how we can do our part, permeate the Torah. Join Rabbi Jenn Mangold and Emeritus Rabbi Michael Torop as they alternate on a fortnightly study of that week’s Torah portion through the lens of of social justice. Using the Reform Movement’s most recent publication, The Social Justice Torah Commentary, as a jumping off point, our encounter of ancient texts will be exceedingly relevant to injustices of our 21st century world.
May 4 - Emor
Pg. 183 - "Does the Torah require Vegetarianism?" By Ruhama Weiss, PhD
IMPORTANT: Purchase of the book is strongly encouraged and recommended for the courses.
Purchase The Social Justice Torah Commentary by Rabbi Barry H. Block HERE.
Registration is required by Apr. 25 and space is limited. Click image above to register.
Born 1946-1964? Let's play some shuffleboard (no experience necessary) and grab a bite to eat! We will play from 6-8pm then head to an optional dinner at a restaurant nearby. The cost will be $10 per person payable upon arrival at the club. Dinner is optional and we will go dutch. Limited space available.
During our May Shabbat Yeladim service, we will honor the commitment to Judaism and study of our 3rd grade Sunday School students. Each student will be provided their own personalized prayerbook in a celebration known as Kabbalat HaSiddur.
Following the service, we will have a Family Education program focused on the holiday of Lag B'Omer. In the holiday tradition, we will make S'Mores over the "bonfire" and play some fun outdoor activities. There will also be parent representatives with a look ahead at our Family Camping Weekend taking place in October.
Benjamin Miller, son of April & Brett Miller of St. Petersburg will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 10am. Benjamin is a 7th grade student at Shorecrest Preparatory. He is pictured here in his infamous pink tuxedo, during the Middle School Awards Ceremony, where he received the "Spark" award for bringing joy, humor, creativity and a unique spark to the 6th grade class. He also received a medal for earning straight A's for all 3 trimesters. Benjamin is a good-natured and fun-loving friend, family member and school community and religious community member. Judaism is an important part of his life, and he is diligently preparing for this Bar Mitzvah with his beloved tutor, Raida Goldman. His love of Jewish learning has also been fostered by his Sunday School teacher, Steve Hurwitz. For his B'nai Mitzvah project he decided to share his lifelong love of Legos by donating his collection to the Lego company to be passed onto underserved children. We are so proud of our "Menachem Chaim," for sharing his life of comfort with others. The Miller Family will host a reception at the St. Petersburg Museum of History on Saturday, May 6 in the evening. Special guests include local friends as well as friends and family from out-of-town.
This laid back brief service in the park led by Rabbi Mangold is the perfect opportunity to invite a friend! After service, walk over and explore St. Pete's Saturday Morning Market at your leisure with family, friends and fellow congregants!
The imperative to pursue justice, answers to the questions of why we do it and how we can do our part, permeate the Torah. Join Rabbi Jenn Mangold and Emeritus Rabbi Michael Torop as they alternate on a fortnightly study of that week’s Torah portion through the lens of of social justice. Using the Reform Movement’s most recent publication, The Social Justice Torah Commentary, as a jumping off point, our encounter of ancient texts will be exceedingly relevant to injustices of our 21st century world.
May 18 - Bamidbar
Pg. 203 - "Counting Justly: Lifting Up Every Head" By Ilana Kaufman
IMPORTANT: Purchase of the book is strongly encouraged and recommended for the courses.
Purchase The Social Justice Torah Commentary by Rabbi Barry H. Block HERE.
A Shabbat experience with Barbara Mazer & the jammin' jews that is spiritual, holy, inspiring, and at the same time, fun!
Services will be streamed on our Livestream webpage, Facebook & YouTube channel.
April 21
May 19
October 20
Join us for a pre-neg at 5:30pm followed by FNL at 6pm.
Robert Parker Sinclair, daughter of Beth & Eric Diner of St. Pete Beach, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 10am. Jesse is a 7th grade student at Shorecrest Preparatory School. She is an avid volleyball player and enjoys spending time with family and friends. The Diners will host a Neon Celebration at The Club at Treasure Island on Saturday, May 20. Special guests will include both sets of Jesse's grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins from Virginia, Buffalo, Nebraska and Minnesota.
What does the Daystar Lunchmaking Team do?
A small group of volunteers gather at TBE to make lunch bags for Daystar Life Center to distribute as needed. Each bag contains a peanut butter & jelly or turkey & cheese sandwich, apple sauce, chips, cookies and a bottle of water. Over 100 sandwiches and lunch bags are created with love each month and dropped off at Daystar Life Center.
May 21 - 10am - Social Hall
For more information contact Holly Levine at HLLLevine@aol.com.
More details coming soon...you are not going to want to miss this one!
This small group is open to anyone anytime you'd like to join in.
No registration necessary for in-person meetings!
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