13 January 2008
January 16th News
16/01/08 17:54
PLEASE HELP! On March 29, 2008, the
Temple will hold its Gala Event, “Black Tie and
Pearls.” This event is in honor of our 30th
anniversary. The planning committee would like to
recognize the first thirty babies who were named at
Temple Emanu-El, as well as the first thirty Bar or
Bat Mitzvah children. Please call Brenda Graiser at
770-396-0006, if you think your child might fit into
these categories.
Please note that The Temple Office, Preschool and Religious School will be closed Monday, January 21st, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
There will be a Minyan on Monday, January 21st, at 6:00PM.
Shabbat is about community. Feel welcome to arrive as early as 7:30pm for snacks and socializing as we prepare for Shabbat Services.
The Board Meeting that is in the congregational calendar for Wednesday, January 16th has been changed to Wednesday, January 23, 2008.
Speaks this Friday Night at Temple Emanu-El Shabbat Services
So you think we have water challenges here in Georgia? Have you seen how much the Dead Sea has receded in recent years? Resorts that used to be right on the water now bus their guests a mile or more so they can float in the mineral-infused sea. Helping to tackle this water shortage in Israel, the Jewish National Fund is building reservoirs. The same JNF so closely associated with planting forests in Israel also:
And, according to JNF’s Western Regional Executive Director, Sherri Morr, the organization’s most interesting work is with the Tal Fund, an environmental citizens action group.
Sherri has been with Jewish National Fund since 1998, initially as a Major Gifts Director in Los Angeles, and then as a Zone Director for the Western States. In this capacity she supervises and manages campaigns throughout the West via personal solicitations, board development, volunteer relationships and training. This year’s fundraising campaign closed at almost 6 million dollars from the Western United States.
Sherri completed her masters in Jewish Communal Service at Hebrew Union College in 1976 and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2002. Her undergraduate work focused on public speaking and group dynamics.
She is our guest speaker at Shabbat Services this Friday evening, January 18th, at 8PM.
Adult Jazzercise classes start Monday, January 28, 2008. These 1-hour classes will be held on Mondays & Wednesdays in the social hall at 9:00am. Pre-register for 16 classes and pay only $96 ($6 per class). RSVP to Nikkia Wright, Certified Jazzercise Instructor, at jazz4nikkia@comcast.net. Single class sessions are available at $9/session. Come prepared to have fun!
Please note that The Temple Office, Preschool and Religious School will be closed Monday, January 21st, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
There will be a Minyan on Monday, January 21st, at 6:00PM.
Friday, January 18:
- 8:00 PM – Shabbat Service – Ms. Sherri Morr, Western Zone Director for Jewish National Fund, will be our guest speaker.
Shabbat is about community. Feel welcome to arrive as early as 7:30pm for snacks and socializing as we prepare for Shabbat Services.
Saturday, January 19:
- Chevrah Torah at 9:00 AM. – Exodus 13:17-15:26. All are welcome.
- Casual Shabbat Service in the Chapel at 10:00 AM.
- Shabbat Service in the Sanctuary. During Services we will celebrate the B’nai Mitzvah of Eric Beeler and Marissa Persky.
Sunday, January 20:
- Minyan – 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM.
- No Religious School scheduled for today.
The Board Meeting that is in the congregational calendar for Wednesday, January 16th has been changed to Wednesday, January 23, 2008.
Israel’s Water Crisis:
The Jewish National Fund’s Western District Executive DirectorSpeaks this Friday Night at Temple Emanu-El Shabbat Services
So you think we have water challenges here in Georgia? Have you seen how much the Dead Sea has receded in recent years? Resorts that used to be right on the water now bus their guests a mile or more so they can float in the mineral-infused sea. Helping to tackle this water shortage in Israel, the Jewish National Fund is building reservoirs. The same JNF so closely associated with planting forests in Israel also:
- is working to expand the Negev through the construction of new communities;
- is cleaning up rivers in Israel to bring them back to good health;
- has established therapeutic riding stables and baseball fields.
And, according to JNF’s Western Regional Executive Director, Sherri Morr, the organization’s most interesting work is with the Tal Fund, an environmental citizens action group.
Sherri has been with Jewish National Fund since 1998, initially as a Major Gifts Director in Los Angeles, and then as a Zone Director for the Western States. In this capacity she supervises and manages campaigns throughout the West via personal solicitations, board development, volunteer relationships and training. This year’s fundraising campaign closed at almost 6 million dollars from the Western United States.
Sherri completed her masters in Jewish Communal Service at Hebrew Union College in 1976 and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2002. Her undergraduate work focused on public speaking and group dynamics.
She is our guest speaker at Shabbat Services this Friday evening, January 18th, at 8PM.
Jazzercise at Temple Emanu-El
A Special 9:00am Demo Session will be held on Friday, January 18th - come out and see what Jazzercise is all about, ask questions and pre-register for the best deals. Remember to wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movements and allows for sweat evaporation and bring a water bottle and towel. To view basic movements performed in class, visit our website: www.jazzercise.com or call (800) FIT-IS-IT.Adult Jazzercise classes start Monday, January 28, 2008. These 1-hour classes will be held on Mondays & Wednesdays in the social hall at 9:00am. Pre-register for 16 classes and pay only $96 ($6 per class). RSVP to Nikkia Wright, Certified Jazzercise Instructor, at jazz4nikkia@comcast.net. Single class sessions are available at $9/session. Come prepared to have fun!
Coming Weeks
“Katz Scholar Series”
The Davis Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of Georgia will be Temple Emanu-El’s “Katz Scholar Series” on Sunday, January 27th. Dr. Richard Elliot Friedman is a world class scholar, story teller, teacher, and even has dabbled in archeology in biblical Jerusalem, raising the question, if you can dig the Bible, can you believe it?- 4:30–6:00PM -“If the World Didn’t Really Begin with Two Naked People, a Magic Tree, and a Talking Snake: Would It Ruin Your Day?”
- 6:15–7:15PM -Dinner and discussion. Reservations required no later than Monday, January 21st by calling Temple Emanu-El at 770-395-1340 x204. Please tell us how many will be in your party, $8.00 per person fee for non-members of Temple Emanu-El.
- 7:30-9:00PM –“Go Try and Raise a Family: Deception in the House of Jacob”
Israel's Water Crisis
15/01/08 08:46
The Jewish National Fund’s Western District Executive
Director Speaks this Friday Night at Temple Emanu-El
Shabbat Services
So you think we have water challenges here in Georgia? Have you seen how much the Dead Sea has receded in recent years? Resorts that used to be right on the water now bus their guests a mile or more so they can float in the mineral-infused sea. Helping to tackle this water shortage in Israel, the Jewish National Fund is building reservoirs. The same JNF so closely associated with planting forests in Israel also:
And, according to JNF’s Western Regional Executive Director, Sherri Morr, the organization’s most interesting work is with the Tal Fund, an environmental citizens action group.
Sherri has been with Jewish National Fund since 1998, initially as a Major Gifts Director in Los Angeles, and then as a Zone Director for the Western States. In this capacity she supervises and manages campaigns throughout the West via personal solicitations, board development, volunteer relationships and training. This year’s fundraising campaign closed at almost 6 million dollars from the Western United States.
Sherri completed her masters in Jewish Communal Service at Hebrew Union College in 1976 and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2002. Her undergraduate work focused on public speaking and group dynamics.
She is our guest speaker at Shabbat Services this Friday evening, January 18th, at 8PM.
So you think we have water challenges here in Georgia? Have you seen how much the Dead Sea has receded in recent years? Resorts that used to be right on the water now bus their guests a mile or more so they can float in the mineral-infused sea. Helping to tackle this water shortage in Israel, the Jewish National Fund is building reservoirs. The same JNF so closely associated with planting forests in Israel also:
- is working to expand the Negev through the construction of new communities;
- is cleaning up rivers in Israel to bring them back to good health;
- has established therapeutic riding stables and baseball fields.
And, according to JNF’s Western Regional Executive Director, Sherri Morr, the organization’s most interesting work is with the Tal Fund, an environmental citizens action group.
Sherri has been with Jewish National Fund since 1998, initially as a Major Gifts Director in Los Angeles, and then as a Zone Director for the Western States. In this capacity she supervises and manages campaigns throughout the West via personal solicitations, board development, volunteer relationships and training. This year’s fundraising campaign closed at almost 6 million dollars from the Western United States.
Sherri completed her masters in Jewish Communal Service at Hebrew Union College in 1976 and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2002. Her undergraduate work focused on public speaking and group dynamics.
She is our guest speaker at Shabbat Services this Friday evening, January 18th, at 8PM.