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Temple Beth Israel (TBI) is a center for Jewish life, embracing traditional wisdom with contemporary insight. We promote the spiritual, educational, and social well-being of our members, the Jewish people of Lane County, and the larger community.

TBI is a member of the Jewish Reconstructionist Movement. We welcome people of all Jewish backgrounds, interfaith families, and people exploring Judaism, as well as Jews and explorers of Judaism of all races and of all sexual and gender identities. Whether you are religious, cultural, atheist, agnostic, or searching, there is a place for you at TBI!

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We’re searching for a new Executive Director!

Temple Beth Israel is seeking a skilled, committed, experienced, and collaborative leader who can serve our multi-constituency congregation; organize, inspire, and motivate staff; foster a culture of respect and inclusivity; grow community partnerships and exhibit outstanding professionalism necessary for success in the critical role of Executive Director.

»  Click here for a job description and information on how to apply

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Tisha B’Av

Tisha B’Av Service
Monday evening, Aug 12, 8:15 pm at TBI

The traditional fast day of Tisha B’Av begins at sundown. We will gather in our sanctuary to express collective grief through a contemplative service with chanting, contemplation, and traditional Lamentations.

Kiddush Levana and Break-Fast
Tuesday evening, Aug 13, 8:45 pm offsite (advance registration required)

We move out of grief and back into joy with a brief collective ritual of reciting verses and singing at the waxing moon. We will make Havdalah and share a light late-night break-fast.

»  Register here

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High Holy Days 5785|2024 Page Coming Soon!

We know it’s still summer, but the High Holidays are right around the corner! Start marking your calendars, because we’ll have all manner of services and events for you to participate in!

Erev Rosh Hashanah is Wednesday, October 2nd!

»  Link coming soon!

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Beginning Adult Hebrew Class w/Abby Gershenzon
Registration closes Thursday, Sept 5th!

Have you always wanted to know enough Hebrew to be able to read the prayers of our liturgy in the original and even understand some of the Hebrew? This 12-session class begins from the very beginning, starting with the aleph-bet, and going on to reading Hebrew as a tool to greater understanding of familiar prayers and the vocabulary of Jewish life. No prior Hebrew knowledge necessary. Minimum 5 attendees. TBI members: $140; Non-members: $200 (includes textbook).

Two tracks—in person and on Zoom. Attendees sign up for and commit to one of the tracks.

  • In-person at TBI, Sundays, 11:00 am -12:00 pm, Sept 22-Dec 15 (no class Dec 1)
  • On Zoom, Mondays, 7:30-8:30 pm, Sept 23-Dec 16 (no class Oct 7)

»  Register here by Sept 5

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Miller Institute Intro to Judaism Class Coming Soon!
Sundays, 2:00-3:30 pm, Oct 27 through March 16 (no class Dec 1, 22, or 29), in person
with Rabbi Yisraela Tubman

For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious. Whether you want to learn more about your culture, are considering converting, or are eager to incorporate more Judaism into your life, the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is for you. This nationally recognized 18-week intro course covers the essentials of Judaism, including its holidays, rituals, ideas, and traditions. Click here to see the wide array of topics that will be covered.

» Sign up link coming soon

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Host an Oneg!

We’re looking for volunteer oneg hosts. Two or three items are all that’s needed. We know life is busy, so keep it simple.

»  Sign up here or contact the office

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Order a Yahrzeit Plaque

Yahrzeit Plaques are $300.
Please complete the fields in the form. If you would like to speak with someone first, please contact John in the office.

»  Order here

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Community Shabbat Lunches

Lunches are held from 12:30 to 1:30pm after most Shabbat morning services! (They are not held after B’nei Mitzvah or Shabbat Alive.) For a suggested donation of $100 (to cover costs), you can sponsor a lunch in honor or in memory of someone, or to celebrate a simcha. When you sponsor, the Shabbat lunch volunteers will use your donation to purchase items and prepare the lunch.

» Donate here

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Latest Offerings from our Rabbi
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Kol Haneshamah

Community members who do not have a printed copy of Kol Haneshamah can use these links to view or download PDF files and follow along with live-streamed services from home.

»  Daily Prayerbook
»  Shabbat Vehagim
»  Prayers for a House of Mourning

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Family Programming

Shalom, families! Temple Beth Israel has a variety of programming for all ages. There’s something for everyone!

»  See more about family programming

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