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welcome to our community!
Dear Prospective Member,
I am delighted that you are interested in becoming a member of our sacred community.
I know what it means to be a member here. Nearly twenty-five years ago, I joined Temple Israel after moving with my family from Washington State. Leaving my small synagogue in Olympia was hard because it had been my first introduction to Jewish community. I was not sure what to expect from Temple Israel. But from the moment I joined our temple, I felt at home.
Members warmly welcomed me and I quickly became involved in weekly Torah Study sessions led by the rabbi. With her support and encouragement, I enrolled in the adult B’nai Mitzvah class and taught in the religious school. The friendships I established during that time have supported and sustained me over the years. It was Temple Israel’s people who ultimately inspired me to apply to rabbinical school.
I remained a part of Temple Israel during my years in school, serving as student rabbi, and then as the assistant rabbi. Since 2006 I have been the rabbi here. Serving this sacred community is my passion. Every day I am privileged to help others grow in mind and spirit through the richness and wisdom of Judaism. Every day I see how our members care about each other, and how they strive to make a positive difference in our community and in the broader world. Temple Israel has been, for me, “the doorway to a richer and more meaningful life.”
It is my wish that our community become this doorway for you as well.
Shalom,
Rabbi Jennifer Jaech
More on Joining Us at Temple israel
Introduction Letter:
This letter from our President, Lisa Dashman, takes you on a virtual tour of Temple Israel, by sharing informative links that walk you through our website.
Forms & Details:
These forms give you additional detail about the membership process and options.
Sun, October 27 2024
25 Tishrei 5785
Temple israel Happenings
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Monday ,
NovNovember 4 , 2024Community Service Through Flowers
Monday, Nov 4th 11:00am to 12:30pm
The program promotes a sense of peace and unity within our community and beyond through acts of loving kindness and social justice. Our goal is to bring joy into the lives of the elderly by creating floral arrangements which are distributed to local nursing homes and to build community among volunteers through this process. -
Monday ,
NovNovember 4 , 2024Sisterhood Book Discussion
Monday, Nov 4th 7:00pm to 8:30pm
We will be discussing the historical fiction novel "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict. It is the remarkable story of the Black American woman who had to hide her true identity in order to be hired and continue to curate the collection for the newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 10 , 2024Brotherhood Breakfast Featuring Journalist, Author and TV Network Analyst Jonathan Alter
Sunday, Nov 10th 10:00am to 11:30am
Renowned journalist, author and TV network analyst Jonathan Alter, long-time Newsweek columnist and a regular presence on NBC, MSNBC and CNBC networks will be Brotherhood's special guest to discuss his career and the election results of the previous week. Following his discussion and the Q & A session, Mr. Alter has agreed to sign copies of his books on FDR, Barack Obama, Jimmy Carter and his new book "American Reckoning" an inside account of the Trump felony trial as one of the select reporters permitted to cover it. -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 12 , 2024Current Events
Tuesday, Nov 12th 10:30am to 12:00pm
On the second Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 -12:00, join us at the Temple for our lively discussion around issues of local, national and international news events. We cover everything from breaking news to issues around health and well being and more! If you can't come in person, contact Shari at sbaum@wjcs.com to receive a link to join us virtually.
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