Temple Beth Israel
WELCOME TO
CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE IN EUGENE, OREGON
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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This Week at TBI, our weekly newsletter, is the best way to learn about upcoming community events, adult learning opportunities, and news - delivered to your inbox every Wednesday afternoon.
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In The Spotlight
Friday, October 17
Bread and Torah with Rabbis Linda Motzkin & Jonathan Rubenstein
Participate in challah making, or Torah making, or both! You are welcome to stay for the duration of the program, or depart early.
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Learn to make challah or improve your bread making and braiding skills!
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Fulfill the 613th commandment (to make a Torah scroll) & participate in the Community Torah Project by checking letters of Torah panels that Rabbi Linda has written. No specialized knowledge needed; instruction will be provided.
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Saturday, October 18
Shabbat Alive! with Cantor Evlyn Gould and Emily Fox
An alternative renewal-style service that experiments with renewed meanings for prayer, including lively songs and music, embodied practices, meditation, rhythmic energies, and prayerful thoughts on Torah. Potluck lunch follows.
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See details in This Week at TBI (e-newsletter).
Sunday, October 19
Vatikim (Elders) Group
We continue sharing our stories with each other, and exploring how to make this an ongoing, monthly sharing group.
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See details in This Week at TBI (e-newsletter).
Sunday, October 19
Arts Meetup with Becky Wallace
Enjoy a casual, fun hand-out with other TBI creative folks! Braing an art project you're working on, in any medium, or just come and play. we'll provide collage supplies and snacks.
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See details in This Week at TBI (e-newsletter).
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