WHO WE ARE
Temple Beth El is a vibrant and inclusive Reform Jewish community that values warm welcome, meaningful relationships, and inspirational personal growth. We are a congregation where learning, prayer, and deeds help to transform people’s understanding of themselves, channel the power of community, and inform our responsibilities to the world.
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OUR COMMUNITY
We Learn Together
We engage in mindful learning and the pursuit of Jewish wisdom which bring values into our daily lives.
We Pray Together
We develop Jewish spiritual practices and inspiring communal worship that uplift the soul and help us reach out to God.
We Act Together
We lead significant acts of loving kindness and world repair. We value being an integral part of and contributor to the greater Charlotte community.
We Play Together
We create fun social settings where we can relax, laugh, and be ourselves. Join one of our small groups or cohorts to connect with fellow congregants today.
We Care For Each Other
We open our doors to all, we value and support one another in times of joy and sorrow, connected to Jews in greater Charlotte, Israel, and across the world.
We Are Accountable
We believe that each person is valued and has unique contributions. As stakeholders, we financially support the congregation and make sound governance decisions.
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TBE BLOG
Transforming Periods into Question Marks: Cultivating a Curiosity Practice by Rabbi Lexi Erdheim
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xgji_BbqSeI&list=PLoxZAcb55MKrG5HPB–w6LiboeLuRAyqJ&index=3 Imagine with me for a moment. You’re at a blowout party at your Dreamhouse, surrounded by all your friends, in the middle of planned choreography to a bespoke song, when suddenly, mid-grapevine, an irksome question pops into your head. You know you shouldn’t ask it, but like an itch
Shema Beth El: Attentive Listening and Planning for Our Future by Rabbi Asher Knight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWqrenDxCPo&list=PLoxZAcb55MKrG5HPB–w6LiboeLuRAyqJ&index=5 I once heard a story about a man who approached a rabbi with an unusual request. He wanted to know if he could use milk instead of wine for his Passover Seder. Intrigued, the rabbi asked if health issues or preferences were at play. In a gentle voice, the