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Kehillah Service: The Amen Effect led by Sharron Swain
Kehillah Service: The Amen Effect led by Sharron Swain
How do we manage times of hardship and fully embrace moments of joy—not alone, but in community? What does Jewish wisdom offer in terms of how we can truly show up for each other? Rabbi Sharon Brous grapples with these questions and more in her book The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World. This monthly alternative service is called Kehillah, or community, and will include stories and practices based on this book, along with songs and silent reflections. Reading the book is not required, and you're welcome to come to one or all nine sessions throughout the course of the year. Of course, reading the book will add richness to your experience, if you feel so moved. A copy of the book is available for browsing in the Reading Room at Beth-El. Sharron Mendel Swain was raised in an interfaith family long before that was the norm, and has been a mindfulness practitioner her entire adult life. A few FAQs: Q: What is the relationship of The Amen Effect, by Rabbi Sharon Brous, to these sessions? A: It is the inspiration for this 10-session series of alternative services focused on cultivating a deeper sense of […]
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TBE Movie-Talk Village & Dessert Potluck
TBE Movie-Talk Village & Dessert Potluck
Join us for a viewing of “Maktub”, an Israeli comedy about Steve and Chuma, two criminals who are the sole survivors of a terrorist attack at a restaurant in Jerusalem. Thankful for their survival, Steve and Chuma reevaluate what they do for a living, and they start using their connections in the criminal underworld to fulfill wishes they find at the Western Wall.
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Women’s Philanthropy: Hands-on-Volunteer Project
Women’s Philanthropy: Hands-on-Volunteer Project
Please join us to assemble goody bags for patients receiving treatment for glioblastoma at O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center . Altamont School student Tillman Hamric, son of Nancy and Barry Hamric, will speak about his special friend, Tricia Taylor who passed away from this cancer in 2019 and his efforts to raise awareness and money to help find a cure Monday, August 5th at 11:30am-1:30pm; bring your brown bag lunch. For questions and to RSVP please contact Susan Greene @ susang@bjf.org or 205-803-1524.
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Torah on Tap
Torah on Tap
Join us for Torah on Tap! Each month, we’ll meet at a different local brewery for socializing and learning with Rabbi Steven Henkin of Temple Beth-El. First round is on us! Please contact Rabbi Henkin at rabbihenkin@templebeth-el.net for specifics about each month’s topic.
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Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong brings fun and fellowship and is open to members and non-members. Lunch can be ordered and delivered by Tara at Bo's Kosher Cafe.
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Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
It is a custom in Judaism to pray for the release of captives. On Friday evenings, we will gather in the Hess Chapel to read the over 200 names we have of those being held since October 7, and offer a prayer for their release. All are welcome.
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Questions with the Rabbi
Questions with the Rabbi
Do you have questions about Jewish law, tradition, or history? Join Rabbi Yossi Friedman for an open conversation about all things Jewish as part of our new lunchtime series that explores pretty much whatever you've ever wanted to know about the world of Judaism. Complimentary tickets include lunch. Send questions in advance to LJCC Director of Jewish Life Tzlil McDonald. RSVP Here
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Intro to Judaism
Intro to Judaism
Interested in conversion to Judaism? Went to Hebrew School but don’t remember a lot? Taught through a collaborative educational partnership with the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program of American Jewish University, this class is designed or all who are seeking to learn or connect with Judaism, whether you born Jewish, want to become Jewish, or just want to understand Judaism better. Please contact Rabbi Steven Henkin at rabbihenkin@templebeth-el.net for more information.
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Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong brings fun and fellowship and is open to members and non-members. Lunch can be ordered and delivered by Tara at Bo's Kosher Cafe.
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Join a Temple Circle! – TEE
8/16/2024 - 8/30/2024: Temple Circles 2024-2025 Annual Session Open for Participants.
Senior Grocery Initiative unload and pack groceries with CJFS volunteers
Senior Grocery Initiative unload and pack groceries with CJFS volunteers
CJFS needs YOU to ensure that we can continue to provide home-delivery groceries every month to our low-income SGI clients. SGI client Peggy sends her gratitude, "May Gd bless you for volunteering your time to deliver our food boxes. This is a big help to those of us on fixed incomes. Thank you and may Gd bless you!" Please help unload more than 70 30-lb boxes of groceries and pack them for the Sunday delivery teams. The project typically takes 60-90 minutes, depending on how many volunteers show up! Spread the word--the more the merrier. To join our volunteer team, please contact caleigh@cjfsbham.org Please save the following packing dates: Friday, June 21, 2024 Friday, July 19, 2024 Friday, August 16, 2024 Friday, September 13, 2024 Wednesday, October 16,2024 Friday, November 15, 2024 Friday, December 13, 2024
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
It is a custom in Judaism to pray for the release of captives. On Friday evenings, we will gather in the Hess Chapel to read the over 200 names we have of those being held since October 7, and offer a prayer for their release. All are welcome.
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BBYO Fall Kickoff
BBYO Fall Kickoff
Save the date for BBYO's Fall Kickoff! Join us at Top Golf on August 18 to start the new semester off. Come play golf, hang out, and learn about BBYO! This event is open to all 8th through 12th graders. Membership is not required. Register Below https://bbyo.org/bbyo-near-you/regions/delta-region/magic-city/birmingham-fall-kickoff
TBE Men’s Club Bowling
TBE Men’s Club Bowling
TBE Men's Club Bowling at Vestavia Bowl. All are welcome. $18.00 per person includes shoes. Children under age 10 are free. Please pre-register by August 15th.
Building Healthy Jewish Immune System
Building Healthy Jewish Immune System
Frumie Posner's Birthday Zoom with Miram Lipskier- Building a Healthy Jewish Immune System for Ourselves, our children and our community.
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BJF Board of Directors Meeting
BJF Board of Directors Meeting
Dinner will be served at 5:30pm with the meeting beginning at 6pm. A Zoom option will be available for those unable to attend in-person.
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Back to School JCRC Parent Coffee
Back to School JCRC Parent Coffee
During the course of the school year, the Jewish Community Relations Council invites parents of public- school students to come together to learn about the work JCRC does in our school systems and the resources they offer. In addition, the Coffees are an opportunity for parents to bring up issues they may be dealing with in their respective schools in a safe space as well as share their best practices.
Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong brings fun and fellowship and is open to members and non-members. Lunch can be ordered and delivered by Tara at Bo's Kosher Cafe.
BJF Annual Campaign Kickoff
BJF Annual Campaign Kickoff
Join the Birmingham Jewish Federation for a night of comedy & community as we kick off the 2025 Annual Campaign.
August 22, 2024 - $35 admission.
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Rotary Walk
Rotary Walk
Join Gen XYZ on a leisurely stroll down Rotary Trail. We'll hear the history of old Birmingham from the days when there was a red light district. This informative tour will be led by Cheryl Morgan who lives in one of the old warehouses in the district. Afterwards, we will visit her beautiful restored home. A Dutch lunch will follow at the Fish Market. We will carpool from Temple Beth El. Meet in the parking lot at 10:15.
Honor Our Parents Shabbat Service at LJCC
Honor Our Parents Shabbat Service at LJCC
Join Collat Jewish Family Services, LJCC, and Rabbi Adam Wright for a multigenerational daytime Shabbat service and lunch. RSVP to caleigh@cjfsbham.org by August 21 to reserve your lunch!
WoW Happy Hour/Pre-Neg – TEE
WoW Happy Hour/Pre-Neg – TEE
Our Annual Weekend of Welcome kicks off with a social happy hour before the Shabbat service. We hope you will join us!
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
It is a custom in Judaism to pray for the release of captives. On Friday evenings, we will gather in the Hess Chapel to read the over 200 names we have of those being held since October 7, and offer a prayer for their release. All are welcome.
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Love, Pray, & Eat Shabbat Service – TEE
Love, Pray, & Eat Shabbat Service – TEE
Join us for our new once-a-month Shabbat morning experience at Temple Emanu-El, Love, Pray, & Eat! The Rabbi &/or Cantor will lead this casual Saturday morning service focusing on lessons from the Torah. Our worship will be interactive, engaging, and uplifting. A delicious catered lunch will follow the service. 10:00 AM - Shabbat service in Hess Chapel Followed by a catered lunch in Weil Hall. RSVP to Jan Hirsch, 972-358-6399 or cookiemom88@gmail.com
FALL TEFTY Kickoff at Activate
FALL TEFTY Kickoff at Activate
Comprised of students in grades 8-12, TEFTY functions as a youth organization within the NFTY (North American Federation of Temple Youth) community. As a member of NFTY and the region SO (Southern), our youth group participates in local, regional, and national events. Teens in TEFTY build friendships, lifelong Reform Jewish identities, and leadership skills through community building, worship, and experiential youth-led Jewish educational and social programming. Join us for fun at ACTIVATE Birmingham! More details to come!
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Religious School Open House – TEE
Religious School Open House – TEE
Join us for this fun open house of our Gail & Jeffrey Bayer Family Religious School.
Religious School Kickoff Carnival
Religious School Kickoff Carnival
Kicking off the Gail & Jeffrey Bayer Family Religious School with Temple Emanu El and Temple Beth El.
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Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong brings fun and fellowship and is open to members and non-members. Lunch can be ordered and delivered by Tara at Bo's Kosher Cafe.
2 events,
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
It is a custom in Judaism to pray for the release of captives. On Friday evenings, we will gather in the Hess Chapel to read the over 200 names we have of those being held since October 7, and offer a prayer for their release. All are welcome.
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Shabbat Hike – TEE
Shabbat Hike – TEE
Join Rabbi Wright &/or Cantor Wittner for a light hike and Shabbat service at Red Mountain Park.