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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.
Fri, September 22 2023
7 Tishrei 5784
Temple israel Happenings
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Sunday ,
OctOctober 1 , 2023Temple Tots
Sunday, Oct 1st 9:30am to 10:30am
Families with young children connect on Sunday mornings and Friday night dinners throughout the year (no membership is required!). All families with young children (ages 5 and younger) are encouraged to attend our interactive Jewish experiences. Older siblings and friends are welcome. -
Monday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2023Community Service Through Flowers
Monday, Oct 2nd 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. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 4 , 2023Sisterhood Membership Celebration Dinner
Wednesday, Oct 4th 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Come kick-off 5784 with food, wine and song as we celebrate your Sisterhood membership and Sukkot. The registration link below will close on October 2 so we have an accurate headcount for all the people preparing food. Please make sure you’ve paid Sisterhood dues ($45) for 2023-24 in advance OR bring your check/cash to the door. Contact sisterhood@tinw.org or call Laura Copel at 914-462-1136 with any questions. Remember to register so we can expect you! -
Friday ,
OctOctober 6 , 2023Simchat Torah Multi Gen Shabbat Service with Kitah Zayin
Friday, Oct 6th 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Events
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Candle Lighting : 6:35pm |
Friday Night
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Candle Lighting : 6:35pm |
Shabbat Day
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Upcoming Programs & Events
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This week's Torah portion is Parashat Haazinu
Shabbat, Sep 23 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Sep 22, 6:35pm |
Kol Nidre
Sunday, Sep 24 |