TBE Blog

The TBE Blog is the space where Temple Beth El’s Leadership Team members reflect on relevant topics that are most meaningful to us. Here you will find musings on everything from prayer to politics, music to mysticism and history to current day life. From our iPads, smartphones, and laptops to yours, these are the things that inspire us, keep us up at night, and fuel our own Jewish journeys.

Brotherhood’s March Madness Bracket Pool: Show Us Your Skills!

Have you got game? The Brotherhood does. Get ready for the thrill of the game and join the TBE Brotherhood’s exclusive March Madness Bracket Pool! ...
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Join Our 100% Voting Effort and Make Your Voice Heard

The primaries are coming! The primaries are coming! Voting is a Jewish act, as taught by Rabbi Yitzhak in the Talmud: “A ruler is not ...
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Celebrating Rabbi Knight’s Continued Leadership at Temple Beth El and Announcing His Upcoming Sabbatical

Dear Temple Beth El Family,  As we embrace the ongoing growth and development of our beloved Temple Beth El, I am thrilled to share with ...
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You Deserve a Journey of Spiritual Well-Being in the New Year

Dear Temple Beth El Family,  As we stand at the cusp of a new year, I am filled with contemplation and hopeful anticipation. This moment ...
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Welcome Cantor Danielle Rodnizki

Dear Temple Beth El Family, We are thrilled to announce that Cantor Danielle Rodnizki will join us as our new Cantor, starting on July 1, 2024. This ...
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Chanukah Supplement 5784

This year has seen turmoil in the United States and in Israel. During this Festival of Lights we need to bring light into the world, ...
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Deepen Your Jewish Journey with TriBEs

Did you know our Temple Beth El family has grown to well over 800 families? While it is exciting to watch our congregation grow, we ...
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Clergy Corner: Content Curated by TBE Clergy

In our commitment to encouraging informed conversations and a deeper understanding of the current events in Israel, our clergy have carefully selected a list of ...
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Two NC Rabbis on Israel: This is Our 9/11 (Rabbi Judy Schindler and Rabbi Asher Knight)

Written by Rabbi Judy Schindler and Rabbi Asher Knight for The Charlotte Observer Saturday, on what was meant to be a day of celebration, marked ...
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Solidarity for Israel: Gatherings, Resources, and Support

Our community is shaken by the violent attacks in Israel and grieving for the losses suffered by our friends and family. During this difficult time, we ...
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Standing with Israel in Times of Crisis

Dear Charlotte Jewish Community, Today, we send this email with heavy hearts to address a matter of profound concern that deeply affects our fellow Jewish ...
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Authenticity and Acts of Loving Kindness: A Path for the New Year by Rabbi Asher Knight

https://youtu.be/i1mxYFNL1KM Nearly three years ago our household welcomed an exceptionally large and energetic puppy. One sunny day, while I was enjoying a lively soccer game ...
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Appreciating Differences by Rabbi Beth Nichols

https://youtu.be/vnWinhC-YwQ In 2017, I flew to Chicago with five teenagers from my youth group in order to attend a national conference that brought together hundreds ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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