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Cantor Ellen Band

Ellen Band

In my work with Jews by Choice, there are several subjects of Jewish study I look forward to teaching because of their personal resonance. One is the custom associated with the month of Elul when we have the opportunity of reconciling with those with whom we have an outstanding, unresolved conflict. This is a form of Teshuvah that we make with each other, bein adam l’chavero (between a person and his/her friend) where we try to make ‘course corrections’ with those who have hurt us or those whom we have hurt. more »

Mark’s Remarks:  Now the Real Work Begins 

By Mark Frydenberg 

Judaic Folk Art by Artist Adelle Desiree Jean

5771 marks a new year and new beginnings at Temple Beth Israel.  In August, we welcomed Rabbi Tracy Nathan to join us as our rabbi.  Rabbi Nathan received her ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York, in 2003.  In her first few weeks with us, she has been meeting members of the Temple, working with the Cantor and the Religious Committee to prepare for the High Holidays, and beginning the process of learning more about and becoming part of our community.Â
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