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.
Meet Student Rabbi/Cantor Shayna Burack!
We are delighted to announce that from July 7 through August 10, Temple Beth El will host Student Rabbi/Cantor Shayna Burack for a unique and enriching summer internship. Shayna is a rising sixth-year cantorial student ...
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Our Hearts Are in Boulder
Dear Temple Beth El Family, Temple Beth El is heartbroken to learn of the attack against the Jewish community of Boulder, Colorado. We are sending ...
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Rabbi Lexi Erdheim’s Opening Remarks at JCRI’s “Welcoming the Stranger to the (Virtual) Table”
Before we begin, I want to take a moment to name the grief and shock that we are all carrying in light of the horrific ...
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In Grief and In Strength: Responding Together to the Tragedy in D.C.
Dear Temple Beth El Family, We are heartbroken and grieving the loss of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two members of the Israeli Embassy staff ...
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When a Second Passport Becomes a Lifeline
Yesterday, I read about an Israeli mother who said:“Don’t send your sons to the army without a foreign passport.”I haven’t stopped thinking about it since. ...
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From Memory to Action: Stand Up. Show Up. Vote Reform.
I lived in Israel for two years. I learned that there are few days more sacred in Israel’s calendar than Yom HaZikaron. It is the ...
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From Broadway to Majhong — Meet Our Newest TriBEs!
Temple Beth El is growing, and so is your chance to find your people! In the last month, three brand-new TriBEs launched at Temple Beth ...
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Temple Beth El Comes Together for the World Zionist Congress
The World Zionist Congress elections are officially underway! From now through May 4, eligible Jews 18+ can cast their vote and help shape the future ...
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To Pro-Palestinian Activists: Why the Silence on Hamas Executing Palestinian Protesters?
To pro-Palestinian activists: why the silence on Hamas executing Palestinian protesters? If you say you care about Palestinian rights — this is your moment to ...
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Learning, Lobbying, and Leadership: Our Journey to Washington, D.C.
By Abby Sherman and Nora Yesowitch In February, the 2024/25 Temple Beth El Confirmation Class had the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C., with the ...
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Sick? Soup To Go!
When you’re sick, nothing feels better than a hot bowl of chicken soup. Not just any soup – homemade Jewish mama soup is a warm ...
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LIBERTY Youth Give Back Through Tikkun Olam
By Maddie Kunkel, LIBERTY Membership Vice President To ring in the new year, the LIBERTY board dedicated our January program to giving back to the ...
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Miriam’s Wellcome
Miriam’s Well is thrilled to introduce Miriam’s Wellcome, a new initiative designed to bring warmth and connection to our Temple Beth El community. For those ...
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Our Prayer in This Moment of Uncertainty
Baruch Atah Adonai, Eloheinu Melech Ha’olam, Matir Asurim. Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of the Universe, who frees the captives. This prayer is ...
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Honor Dr. King’s Legacy with Temple Beth El
As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend, Temple Beth El invites you to join us in honoring Dr. King’s vision of justice, compassion, and ...
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