YOM KIPPUR IS OUR DAY TO RECONCILE
09/28/2022 01:40:44 PM
Sep28
"The point [of sharing my story] is not praising or shaming the IDF, it is not political at all. But, to help ensure that we keep our end of the promise..." -Guy DobrinRead more...
OWEN LEVINE CHOOSES TEMPLE ISRAEL AS THE BENEFICIARY OF HIS EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT
09/13/2022 01:39:21 PM
Sep13
Owen Levine, son of Greg & Aly Levine, has grown up at Temple Israel and has a deep connection to the Religious School, through which he most recently became a Confirmand ...Read more...
A 4-PART BLOG SERIES ABOUT LIFE IN ISRAEL
08/19/2022 01:37:18 PM
Aug19
Week #3 by Josh ScharffRead more...
A 4-PART BLOG SERIES ABOUT LIFE IN ISRAEL
08/11/2022 01:35:26 PM
Aug11
Week #2 by Josh ScharffRead more...
A 4-PART BLOG SERIES ABOUT LIFE IN ISRAEL
08/03/2022 01:33:59 PM
Aug3
Week #1 by Josh ScharffRead more...
L'DOR V'DOR
07/18/2022 01:32:54 PM
Jul18
"As I’m preparing to take on this new and exciting role as Temple Israel’s director of Religious & Hebrew School, I find myself reflecting upon the Jewish experiences and connection my family has to this place..." -Sidni WeglarzRead more...
WHOLE FOOD IS MEDICINE
05/30/2022 01:31:29 PM
May30
Whole Food Is Medicine, by Dateline Advertiser and registered dietitian nutritionist, Amy Knoblock-HahnRead more...
IMPORTANT UPDATE ON TI'S EDISON RETREAT CENTER
05/11/2022 01:29:55 PM
May11
"As President of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to inform you that on Tuesday, May 10, we finalized the sale of the Edison Retreat Center..." -Louise Losos, PresidentRead more...
THE "YOMS" ISRAELI HOLIDAYS CHECKLIST
04/20/2022 01:27:33 PM
Apr20
Interested in learning more about "the Yoms?" Check out our holiday checklist!Read more...
WE'RE HERE FOR YOU IF YOU'RE IN MOURNING THIS PASSOVER
04/12/2022 01:26:44 PM
Apr12
"...this Passover, and perhaps every Passover, is a time when we look around the table and can’t help but notice the empty chairs." -Rabbi AmyRead more...
MASK-OPTIONAL POLICY
03/18/2022 01:25:59 PM
Mar18
TI’s mask-optional policy takes effect on Monday, April 4.Read more...
MEET LESLEY GOLDENBERG, TI'S NEW DIRECTOR OF FAMILY EDUCATION
02/28/2022 01:24:08 PM
Feb28
The quote that I perpetually internalize, and that continues to redefine itself in my professional life, is found in Pirkei Avot, "The Teachings of our Fathers." Ben Zoma says, "Who is wise? One who learns from every person...” -Lesley GoldenbergRead more...
SARAH RUMFELT'S ESSAY FOR THE PESSIN AWARD
02/22/2022 01:23:27 PM
Feb22
Temple Israel member Sarah Rumfelt has recently been awarded the Stuart I. Pessin grant for her dedication to Jewish leadership. We are so proud of Sarah, and of the beautiful essay she wrote when applying for this award.
Essay question: Given that many students share common experiences, what sets you apart and is unique about your interests and passions?
Sarah's response: In the Jewish...Read more...
IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT SECURITY AND SAFETY AT TEMPLE ISRAEL
01/17/2022 01:22:48 PM
Jan17
This past Shabbat, we were relieved when the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas ended with the Rabbi and congregants leaving their synagogue physically unharmed. Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker, a classmate and friend of Rabbi Amy and Rabbi Michael, modeled remarkable bravery and calm. Yet, this incident was a reminder that hate, violence, and intolerance of any kind are antithetical to our beliefs as Jews,...Read more...
ANNOUNCEMENT OF LESLIE WOLF’S RETIREMENT
12/21/2021 01:21:29 PM
Dec21
Leslie Wolf has served Temple Israel as the Director of Family Education for 13 years, and is officially retiring from her role at the end of this 2021.Read more...
FROM RABBI AMY
12/21/2021 01:19:51 PM
Dec21
A Message about Leslie Wolf's Retirement, and Incoming Director, Lesley GoldenbergRead more...
A LOVE LETTER TO OUR TEMPLE ISRAEL COMMUNITY
12/15/2021 01:18:21 PM
Dec15
To the 949 individuals and families who make up TI's membership and school, you are the true highlight of 2021!Read more...
MEET JEFFREY STERN
11/29/2021 01:16:30 PM
Nov29
"I like giving back to the Jewish community and to TI by supporting continued growth for my Temple family and friends..." -Jeffrey SternRead more...
HANUKAH GIVES US EIGHT DAYS TO GIVE MORE THANKS AND SPREAD MORE LIGHT!
11/22/2021 01:13:20 PM
Nov22
"Because Thanksgiving, regardless of how we celebrate it, is clearly a holiday where we are supposed to acknowledge gratitude for the many gifts in our lives...." By Rabbi Amy & Rabbi MichaelRead more...
MEET LIZ BUCHMAN
11/08/2021 01:12:02 PM
Nov8
“My faith means a great deal to me. It guides and sustains me. It motivates me to do everything in my power to repair the world..." -Liz BuchmanRead more...
MEET CATHY GOLDSTICKER
11/01/2021 01:10:55 PM
Nov1
Have a favorite place you like to travel? “Israel, because it has so much history and plenty of entertainment...” -Cathy GoldstickerRead more...
AMERICAN VETERANS ALL
11/01/2021 01:00:42 PM
Nov1
A poem in honor of our Veterans By Leonard AdreonRead more...
MEET BRIAN NEWMAN
10/18/2021 01:00:01 PM
Oct18
“I learned at a very young age, by observing my parents, you don’t say no to the shul.” -Brian NewmanRead more...
THE GIFT OF TZEDAKAH
10/11/2021 12:58:27 PM
Oct11
"Today we have many opportunities to be philanthropic. The asks and the choices are endless, but the giving always seems to feel good..." -Rachel Wallis Andreasson, Executive DirectorRead more...
BENJAMIN "BENJ" KOZOWER
10/04/2021 12:57:43 PM
Oct4
“Don’t sweat the small stuff..." -Benj KozowerRead more...
REFLECTIONS FROM THIS PAST ROSH HASHANAH
09/27/2021 12:56:52 PM
Sep27
"I never really gave it thought, It’s just how I was born; my own genesis was infused with Judaism..." -Ben HartmannRead more...
MEET KATHY DE LA GARZA ORTBALS
09/22/2021 12:54:59 PM
Sep22
“My Jewish journey began by reading and educating myself..." -Kathy de la Garza OrtbalsRead more...
MEET JENNY ABELES
09/13/2021 12:53:47 PM
Sep13
"I actually remember starting Religious School here in second grade. Many of my memories growing up include TI..." -Jenny AbelesRead more...
MEET JUDY LEWIS
09/08/2021 12:51:52 PM
Sep8
“I love the High Holy Days. I enjoy services and being with my family.” -Judy LewisRead more...
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