Beth Israel Quarterly Fall 2023

H I G H H O LY D AY S I S S U E & A N N U A L R E V I E W

CO N G R EGAT I O N B E T H I S R A E L O F SA N D I EGO l FA L L 2023 / ‫ סתיו‬578 3/ 578 4

FA L L 2023 / ‫ סתיו‬578 3/ 578 4 3 Message from Rabbi Jason Nevarez 4 Message from President Dan Jones 5 Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel Reflects on Life and This Season

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6 High Holy Days 5784 Schedule, resources, and information 8 Summer Fun at Beth Israel Shabbat Under the Stars, Family Movie Night, Pride, Tribe 9 Meet Your Board Member, Volunteer and Member Spotlight 11 Welcome New Members

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12 Mazal Tov! to our B'nai Mitzvah, Baby Namings and Weddings 13 When Students Become Teachers and B'nei Mitzvah Boot Camp 14 ECE Happenings ECE Showcases a New Playground, Memories of Summer Camp 16 What's Happening at Beth Israel

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19 Help Build the Sukkah With Men's Club 20 Thank You for Your Contributions!

24 Annual Review

R A B B I ’ S

M E S S A G E

By Senior Rabbi Jason Nevarez

MAY WE EMERGE FROM THIS SACRED SEASON WITH renewed purpose Dear Friends, I hope you have had a fulfilling summer season. For Rabbis throughout the world, this time affords us a bit of respite in anticipation of the new year and all that comes along with it. Personally, it has allowed me

in an orchestra contributes to the symphony's beauty, so do we, with our unique strengths and voices, create the harmonious melody of our congregation. Together, we reflect and repent, and renew our bonds in order to focus on the sacred work ahead of us.

moments of deep introspection, as I wrestle with the messages that

As we AWAKEN TO POSSIBILITY, we will heed the words of Torah

resound all around us at present.

and our sages and let the piercing sounds of the shofar awaken us to

As we approach the New Year of 5784, I am mindful that there is no shortage of news, issues, and causes in which we can choose to lay our focus. At times, it can feel overwhelming, even daunting. Fortunately, the sacred season of the High Holy Days is upon us – this time of introspection, renewal, and deep spiritual significance. In these moments, our tradition invites us to lean into the profound teachings and timeless wisdom that guide us during this period of selfexamination and repentance to help us navigate and make sense of all that spirals around us, on this journey we call life.

These approaching days offer us opportunities to assess our actions, mend broken relationships and reconnect with the people, community, and Divine Presence that surrounds us. Just as the shofar's resonant call stirs our souls, these days beckon us to awaken our innermost selves.

This year at Beth Israel, your clergy are inviting each of us to “Awaken to Community. Awaken to Possibility.” This powerful theme will be threaded throughout our services and help guide our shared moments together. Specifically, as we AWAKEN TO COMMUNITY, let us be ever mindful of the power of coming together. Just as each instrument

This year at Beth Israel, your clergy are inviting each of us to “Awaken to Community.

Awaken to Possibility.” stand up against the ills of oppression and prejudice and strengthen our contributions to the betterment of our local and global communities in whatever ways we are able.

As the shofar's echoes resound, may they awaken our spirits to the possibilities that lie ahead. May we emerge from this sacred season with renewed purpose, carrying the lessons of introspection and atonement with us as we navigate the tapestry of life.

L'shanah tovah tikatevu – may you be inscribed for a good year, a year of blessing, fulfillment, and meaning. May the High Holy Days inspire us all to embrace the journey of self-discovery and transformation, allowing our souls to soar to new heights of understanding and love.

I look forward to seeing all of you over these Days of Awe!

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P R E S I D E N T ’ S

M E S S A G E

By Dan Jones

BETH ISRAEL FOSTERS leadership AND WE ALL prosper Hello friends!

I hope everyone has had an excellent Summer.

I’d like to start off by thanking so many of you for stepping up for our annual membership renewal. The contributions and generosity of you, our membership, are the beginning of everything we do and can accomplish. Membership commitments at the sustaining level allow us to continue our current level of operations in a fiscally responsible way.

That sustaining amount is a real number based on a careful calculation to meet our financial needs. We don’t yet exist in a reality where all our members can contribute at that level, but as a hypothetical - if all our membership were to give at least at the sustaining level, it would not only cover our operational costs, but help us to better position ourselves for growth. The contributions of so many of you help make that possible.

We’ve had a busy and exciting 5783 at Beth Israel: the renewal of two of our Rabbis’ contracts, the announcement of the transition (in July of 2024) of our beloved Rabbi/Cantor Arlene Bernstein to Rabbi/Cantor Emerita, the rollout of our Seven Strategic Commitments, the beginning of efforts to hire a new Assistant Rabbi, and most recently the announcement that Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel will assume the role of Rabbi/Cantor in July of 2024. Many of our accomplishments and achievements this year were possible because of our excellent governance structure and practices.

Governance is "the process of decision-making and the process by which decisions are implemented (or not implemented)". The leadership at Beth Israel believes that an organization that uses good governance is one that always, in word and action, demonstrates: accountability; leadership; integrity; stewardship; and transparency. Our governance model is led by our “three-legged stool,”: our Executive Director, our Senior Rabbi, and our President of our Board of Directors. This model of shared executive power is one that is time tested and successful at Beth Israel and serves as a positive example to other synagogues. Our Board of Directors is vested with the management and control of affairs, records, funds and other property of the Congregation, unless otherwise specifically set forth in our By-Laws. Our Board President (till next May, yours truly) assembles an Executive Committee to advise them, the Senior Rabbi, the Executive Director, and the Board. The Executive Committee consists of elected officers, the Immediate Past President and such other Congregation members as the President may designate. It’s through the work of the “three-legged stool”, the Board, and the advice of the Executive Committee that the major decisions around our synagogue’s operations and its future are made.

I encourage you to offer your appreciation to the lay leaders who contribute their time and knowledge to these efforts. It is no small responsibility that these volunteers take on. Most serve for at least 4 FALL 2023 / 5784

3 years and some up to 12. They help lead our committees, our auxiliaries, and our task forces. Based on the level of participation I see from our lay leaders, I know (and hope) they find their work fulfilling and compelling. As Jews, we are meant to go through life actively looking for Mitzvot (good deeds) that we can undertake. Becoming a lay leader in our congregation is not a Mitzvot you need to hunt for; that opportunity is waiting for you. People often reference the “three T’s” that non-profits are looking for: Time, Talent, and Treasure. In the lay leadership of Beth Israel, our focus is on best leveraging the time and talent of our volunteers (but if you offer “treasure” as well, we won’t turn you down!).

The leadership at Beth Israel believes that an organization that uses good governance is one that always, in word and action, demonstrates: accountability; leadership; integrity; stewardship; and transparency.

As you may have heard from me before, earlier in my life I never imagined myself as a lay leader in a synagogue; but now, having been strongly engaged in it for the past eight years, I can’t imagine a reality where I would not be involved. It is fulfilling in both obvious and subtle ways to give back to and help sustain our piece of the greater Jewish community. I encourage and invite you to join me and find your own path and journey as a Beth Israel lay leader. Raise your hand and be recognized.

I hope you’re interested – you know where to find me if you are: djones@cbisd.org If you have further interest in our Governance practices, I invite you to head to our website www.cbisd.org and look under “About Us” where you will find our bylaws. Like any responsible organization, our bylaws are reviewed periodically to assure continued relevance, applicability, and prudence. Such a review is going on now.

Looking ahead to the High Holy Days, as I do every year, I am looking forward to seeing and reconnecting with all of you as we come together to observe and celebrate the Days of Awe. Many of us also take them as an opportunity to re-connect with fellow members in our physical spiritual home – our beautiful Beth Israel campus. Whether you’ve been to Beth Israel a hundred times this year, or if this will be your first time, I look forward to seeing you and being in community with you.

Be well, Dan Jones

THIS IS

YOUR

LIFE

are you

who you want to be?

by Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel You know those moments when someone comes into your life and gives you a message, right at the moment you needed it? I had one of those moments at a concert.

The opening act was this group, “Switchfoot.”

And during one of the songs, the lead singer jumped down off the stage, and started singing the refrain of the song while he high-fived everyone in the crowd. I was so mesmerized, so caught up by the showmanship, all I heard in the moment was the melody, almost like a niggun.

When I went home, I found the song online.

This time, without the distractions of the concert venue, I really listened to the lyrics: Yesterday is a wrinkle on your forehead Yesterday is a promise that you've broken Don't close your eyes, don't close your eyes This is your life and today is all you've got now Yeah, and today is all you' ll ever have Don't close your eyes Don't close your eyes This is your life, are you who you want to be?

This is your life, are you who you want to be?

This is your life, is it everything you dreamed that it would be?

When the world was younger and you had everything to lose

What a powerful message. I kept thinking about that question: This is my life - am I who I want to be? Then I realized the date. The concert had been on S’lichot, the service held on the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah which marks a beginning of the period of reflection leading into the High Holidays. I felt like our ancestor Jacob, waking from his sleep and stating aloud God was in this place, and I did not know it. At any other time of year, this would have been a nice reminder to myself to reflect. But something pulled me to really hear this message, a message which would prepare me for the High Holidays.

If the High Holidays have one theme, it is that we reflect — on our lives, on our actions, on our relationships — and we begin to engage in teshuvah: acts of repentance, atonement, and healing.

As we approach the High Holiday season, let us embrace the concept of "cheshbon hanefesh" - an introspective self-accounting. Just as Switchfoot’s message resonated with me at that concert, we all have moments that awaken us to our own truths. It is easy to get caught up in our lives, but we must not close our eyes to the profound question: "This is your life - are you who you want to be?"

S'lichot, with its timing on the cusp of Rosh Hashanah, serves as a gentle reminder of the opportunity for reflection and transformation.

Like Jacob, let us awaken to the presence of divinity in our lives. The High Holidays provide a sacred space for us to examine our past choices, mend broken relationships, and

chart a course toward personal growth and communal righteousness.

Let us embrace this season with open hearts and minds, embracing the opportunity for self-discovery, renewal, and reconciliation.

May the theme of cheshbon hanefesh guide us on a transformative journey, leading us towards a life of purpose, compassion, and fulfillment. As we embark on this sacred journey, may we find the courage to face ourselves honestly, make amends, and strive for growth. This is the time to reconnect with

Let us embrace this season with open hearts and minds, embracing the opportunity for self-discovery, renewal, and reconciliation. our true essence and realign our paths with our deepest values.

Whether we hear the melodies of prayers, engage in acts of kindness, or listen to the piercing sound of the shofar, we are urged to confront the question: "This is your life - are you who you want to be?”

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HIGH HOLY

DAYS 5784 S’LICHOT - Saturday, September 9 5:00 p.m.

Young Family S’lichot Service followed by a BYO (bring-your-own) picnic dinner 7:00 p.m.

S’lichot Program & Service, Foster Family Chapel EREV ROSH HASHANAH - Friday, September 15 6:15 p.m. *Erev Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary ROSH HASHANAH - Saturday, September 16 8:30 a.m. *Family Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. *Morning Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 4:00 p.m.

Young Family Rosh Hashanah, Foster Family Chapel 6:00 p.m.

Tashlich & Havdalah, La Jolla Shores (Lifeguard Station 32) ROSH HASHANAH 2nd DAY - Sunday, September 17 9:00 a.m.

Rosh Hashanah Second Day Morning Service followed by a kiddush lunch, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:15 a.m.

Hike with Rabbi Nevarez 12:30 p.m.

Kever Avot Cemetery Memorial Service, El Camino Memorial Park, and Miramar National Cemetery SHABBAT SHUVAH - Friday, September 22 6:15 p.m.

Erev Shabbat Shuva Service, Foster Family Chapel KOL NIDRE - Sunday, September 24 5:30 p.m. *Kol Nidre Early Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:00 p.m. *Kol Nidre Late Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

YOM KIPPUR - Monday, September 25 8:30 a.m. *Family Yom Kippur Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. *Yom Kippur Morning Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Food for Thought: (diverse access) Session 1 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Rabbi Emeritus Michael Berk, WHAT ARE WE THAT YOU ARE MINDFUL OF US? (Psalm 8:4) The Meaning of Being Human: Are we “little less than divine”? or just specks of dust?

Session 2 – 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Sermon Talk Back with Rabbi Nevarez 2:30 p.m.

*Contemporary Confessions, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 4:00 p.m. *Afternoon Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 5:00 p.m.

Yizkor Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 5:30 p.m.

Neilah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 6:15 p.m.

Break the Fast, Price Family Courtyard

EREV SUKKOT – Friday, September 29 6:15 p.m.

Erev Shabbat Sukkot Service in the Price Family Courtyard followed by a BYO dinner SUKKOT – Saturday, September 30 10:30 a.m.

Shabbat & Chag Sukkot Morning Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow EREV SIMCHAT TORAH - Friday, October 6 5:00 p.m.

Young Family Shabbat & Simchat Torah, Foster Family Chapel 6:15 p.m.

Erev Shabbat Simchat Torah Service followed

by Israeli Dancing, Price Family Courtyard SIMCHAT TORAH - Saturday, October 7 10:30 a.m.

Shabbat & Sh’mini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Yizkor Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow

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HIGH HOLY

DAYS 5784

DETAILS NER

TAMID C I R C L E

Do a mitzvah!

Make a dif ference!

Join the Ner Tamid Circle!

Examples of benefits include: • Extra High Holy Days Guest Tickets • Discounts on facility rental • Tribute & memorial cards By joining the Ner Tamid Circle, you help make membership accessible and give the gift of belonging. Contact: Director of Membership & Engagement Bethany Eisenberg, beisenberg@cbisd. org or (858) 900-2554.

LIVE STREAMING

We’re pleased to welcome you to Beth Israel through our live streamed services.

15 minutes before each service, use the link below for live streaming. https://bit.ly/BethIsraelLiveStream

PRAYERBOOKS

We are happy to lend the Mishkan Hanefesh prayerbook for your use at services. Should you wish to purchase your own prayerbooks, the cost is $45. We have a limited number of books available for purchase; you may purchase them in advance or at the Welcome Table the day of services.

HIGH HOLY DAYS 20 23/5784 NEW IMPORTANT TICKET MAILING INFORMATION

CAMPUS INFORMATION & THE WELCOME TABLE

• NEW this year, all tickets for the High Holy Days will be mailed to members in good standing approximately two to three weeks before Erev Rosh Hashanah on Friday, September 15th. This change has been implemented to streamline the ticket distribution process and ensure that all congregants receive their tickets in a timely manner. You may acquire additional tickets and request reciprocal tickets at participating reform synagogues on our website at https://cbisd.org/ worship/high-holy-days/.

• Need tickets? Have questions? Please come to visit the Welcome Table on the day of the service. We will have staff available starting one hour prior to services ready to assist.

PARKING & SECURITY • Parking information will be available on the Beth Israel website at https://cbisd.org/worship/highholy-days/ as the holidays grow closer.

• Please be aware that there will be construction and lane closures near the Beth Israel Campus during the San Diego PureWater Program. More information can be found at sandiego.gov.

• For those with disabled parking placards, there is limited parking in Beth Israel’s main parking lot off of Golden Haven Drive.

• Beth Israel is committed to the safety and security of those present on our campus. Pursuant to that goal, Beth Israel prohibits bringing firearms or weapons of any kind on campus.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Beth Israel needs you! Please consider being a volunteer at High Holy Days. We need volunteers in the following areas: Security Observers, Medical Emergency, Ushers/Greeters Questions & to signup contact: Heather TaylorWilliams at heathertw@cbisd.org, or 858-900-2510.

• Entry doors into services will open 30 minutes prior to the service start.

• We ask that everyone please exit in a timely fashion after services to allow time for our staff to prepare for the next service.

HIGH HOLY DAY FOOD DRIVE THROUGH OCTOBER 16 The Hand Up Food Pantry at JFS provides nutritious meals to more than 900 households each month. Many of the people we serve are older adults, military families, and unsheltered San Diegans. You can make a difference today by donating healthy, nonperishable food. Together, we can fight food insecurity and ensure everyone in our community has access to wholesome meals.

Your donation gives families more than food – it offers a path forward. Bins will be located outside the sanctuary from Rosh Hashanah through Sukkot.

FOR COMPLETE HIGH HOLY DAYS INFORMATION AT BETH ISRAEL

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A REC AP OF UNFORGE T TABLE E VE NTS AT BE TH ISR AE L

As the warm rays of the summer sun bathed the Beth Israel community, an array of enriching and joyous events unfolded, bringing people together in celebration and unity. From Erev Shabbat Services to family-oriented fun and educational festivities, the summer at Beth Israel was truly a season to remember.

Shabbat Under the Stars, our signature outdoor service in the Price Family Courtyard, combined the tranquility of the evening with soul-stirring melodies of prayers filling the air. It brought congregants together for a unique and ethereal experience. Our hearts were lifted in prayer, and a sense of togetherness enveloped the gathering. Family Movie Night sponsored by Women’s of Beth Israel featured "The Super Mario Bros.

Movie” (2023) on our GIANT screen. With families snuggled in cozy blankets enjoying pizza and dessert, the night was filled with non-stop adventure and laughter. Kids of all ages had a blast, and it was wonderful to see the community come together for this FREE and open event.

Thanks to the gracious underwriting by Treger Strasberg, the movie night was an unforgettable summer highlight at Beth Israel.

Beth Israel's commitment to diversity and inclusivity shone brightly during a series of Pride events, Poster & Shirt Making Party for San Diego Pride Parade, Pride Shabbat, and Pride Parade. A vibrant celebration of love painted a colorful canvas of acceptance and understanding.

These events were a beautiful expression of love and respect for all members of the community. As the summer unfolded, Tribe Adults 20s-40s Oneg gatherings provided a platform for like-minded individuals to connect, share experiences, and engage in meaningful discussions. Amidst laughter, heartfelt conversations, and delicious treats, strong bonds were formed, creating a support network with new and old friends that extended beyond the summer months.

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your

MEET &

BOARD MEMBERS

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS NETANYA CRANFORD

Board Member

Netanya has been a member of Beth Israel since 2003. Both her kids experienced almost all that the religious school and Beth Israel offered throughout their childhood, from Tot Shabbat to their B’nei Mitzvah to the Platt Israel Trip. After her own adult Bat Mitzvah in 2006, she joined the Outreach committee, chairing it for two years.

Additionally, she is on the Social Action Committee and the Tribe Committee. Netanya can be seen in the sanctuary most Erev Shabbat services, and the monthly Shira Hadasha service is her favorite. She enjoys the many diverse programs and activities offered at Beth Israel. Outside of Beth Israel, she is on the steering committee of a local Indivisible group, a loose network of progressive democrats, where, as Program Director for many years, she ensured the monthly meetings had speakers of all likes to learn with and to learn from.

For work, Netanya is a commercial real estate broker. Rabbi Berk officiated at her wedding with Karl, who was her partner in raising her kids as his own. They are now enjoying life as empty nesters, with both kids out of college and on their own. With 4 elderly pets to care for, they stick close to home, enjoying riding their electric bikes and seeing the Padres play.

MEMBER

SPOTLIGHT RICK AND LAWRENCE LE BLANC

“2023 SD Pride was one for the books! One of the best prides EVER! We literally showed up just to march in the parade and spent a couple hours at the festival and then we went home.

This is very much unlike other years where we party from Thursday to Monday. I guess we are getting older. What made this year so special was marching with CBI! I had a tough choice between marching with my employer ASML, or CBI. We of course chose CBI. These folks are like extended family!

It means the world to be accepted and even celebrated for who we are, as well as for our love and marriage (for which we are so blessed to have been married under the Chupa at CBI).

Rick and I have both experienced discrimination throughout our lives for being LGBT, so things like this erase all those bad memories as we create new ones that bring so much joy to our lives. PRIDE is just another way to celebrate LIFE and no better way to do this than with our Jewish family! Marching forward down that parade route reminds me of one of my favorite Jewish sayings: LECH LECHA! Go FORTH!” -Lawrence Le Blanc FALL 2023 / 5784 9

INTERGENRATI

T NAL

FA M I LY T R I P TO I S R A E L JUNE 16-26, 2024

S U N D A Y , N O V E M B E R 12 @ 4 : 0 0 P M THANKSGIVING SERVICE Beth Israel and First United Methodist Church will join together for the 43rd Annual Interfaith for the 43rd Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 12, at 4 pm. First Church will host this year’s Thanksgiving service. Senior Rabbi Jason Nevarez will deliver the Thanksgiving message, and the choirs from both congregations will participate.

The service will be live-streamed as well. Communal worship will take place in the Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church (2111 Camino del Rio S. San Diego, CA 92108) at 4 PM followed by a reception and service project in the Linder Hall at 5 PM. Please stay tuned for more information.

Are you looking for an enriching and unforgettable experience for your whole family? Join us on our upcoming intergenerational congregational trip to Israel next summer, led by both Rabbis Nevarez and Gimbel!

This trip experience is geared towards elementary schoolaged youth and above. All participants should also be able to navigate long travel days and moderate walking/hiking.

Space is limited! Secure your spot for the ultimate intergenerational family trip to Israel. Fill out the Interest Form now and join our priority registration list. Get exclusive early access to the trip registration link before it goes public. Don’t miss out on this incredible journey!

For more information, please contact Ilene Tatro itatro@cbisd.org.

RSVP at cbisd.org.

Dominican Republic S E RV I C E

L E A R N I N G

T R I P

Beth Israel and First United Methodist Church have partnered with Bridges to Community for this upcoming February 17-24, 2024 expedition. Become immersed in the daily life of the Dominican people, learning about their country and culture while working to alleviate poverty in one of the poorest countries in the Caribbean. This chance to empower a community in need is sure to be an unforgettable experience for 9th-12th graders and adults alike. For more information, contact Rabbi Nevarez: rabbinevarez@cbisd.org.

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INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM Fundamentals of Belief and Practice Thursday, October 19, 2023 to Friday, April 19, 2024 This course is designed for newcomers to Judaism as well as those who wish to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of Judaism.

You will learn the fundamental concepts of Jewish belief and practice and become more comfortable participating in worship and ritual life. Topics include synagogue geography, Jewish sacred literature, Jewish views of God, the Jewish lifecycle, worship and prayer, the High Holy Days and festivals, the Jewish home, Zionism and Israel, and much more. Introduction to Judaism is a prerequisite for conversion candidates, Beth Israel members planning to become adult B’nei Mitzvah, and couples planning an interfaith marriage with a Beth Israel officiant.

Fee: Beth Israel members $250 per individual, $275 per couple*; Nonmembers $300 per individual, $325 per couple*. The fee includes books and materials. *Couples are two people who register together and share a set of books. For more information, please contact Cheryl Katz, assistant to Rabbi Nevarez, at 858-535-1111, ext. 2520, or via email at cherylk@cbisd.org.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Andrea and Brian Cohen We welcome Andrea, Brian, and their soon-to-arrive little one to our Beth Israel family. This dynamic duo loves spending quality time with loved ones and trying out new adventures together. Brian enjoys golf and football, while Andrea relishes the beach and spending time with her cat Cosmo. Their family history is just as fascinating, with Brian's great grandfather co-founding the Hollywood Directors Guild and Andrea hailing from a family of talented musicians. From the very start, they felt welcomed and embraced by Rabbi Nevarez and the Beth Israel staff. Our community's kindness and openness left a lasting impression. They're also excited about Beth Israel's strong ties to the San Diego community. With Andrea's recent conversion to Judaism and Brian's connection to Rabbi Brad Levenberg, their decision to become part of Beth Israel was a natural fit. We can't wait to see the Cohen family at our family activities, Shabbat Dinners, Men's club, Tribe, and more!

Erica and Aaron Friedman The Friedman family—Erica, Aaron, Benjamin (Benji), and Micah have recently joined our warm and welcoming Beth Israel community, bringing with them a spirit of adventure and a passion for spending quality time together. Erica's love for an active lifestyle shines through her dedication to hiking, pickleball, strength training, and yoga. The family is a big fan of the Wisconsin Badgers, Cincinnati Bengals, and Northwestern Wildcats - they are a Big Ten household! With two adorable kids, Benjamin and Micah, adding joy and laughter to their lives, the Friedmans are a delightful addition to our congregation. They are looking forward to attending events, connecting with other families, Family Shabbat, Religious School, becoming involved in the Jewish Community and bringing Judaism into their home. We're excited to watch them grow and create lasting memories within our close-knit community.

Hadar Galler and Amit Ophir The Ophir family – Amit, Hadar, Evyatar, and Yarden Ophir are nestled in the heart of UTC, this vibrant family is eager to immerse themselves in the enriching community of Beth Israel. Their eyes are set on participating in the celebrations of Shabbat and other Jewish holidays, fostering a strong sense of culture and tradition. Passionate about exploring the great outdoors, the Ophirs find solace and joy in hiking through nature's beauty. As if their connection to nature wasn't enough, their family holds a special connection to Israel's Independence Day – both their marriage and Yarden's birth took place on this auspicious day, albeit a few years apart. Already falling in love with Beth Israel, the Ophirs cherish the warm and welcoming atmosphere that surrounds them. The Beth Israel welcoming and loving community has already made them feel right at home. The decision to join Beth Israel was driven by their desire to not only practice Judaism but also to provide a rich educational experience for their children.

Judy and Hal Grant Judy, Hal, Rachel, Josh, and Lindsey enjoy attending Erev Shabbat Services, and listening to the beautiful music. They are passionate about musical theater, concerts, travel, and sports. They bring their love for music, travel, and sports from Carlsbad to our close-knit community. Hal is a 5-time National Emmy Nominated TV Director and Judy's impressive skills as a Music Director and competitive Pickleball player add a unique spark to our congregation. They hope to become grandparents soon. They enjoy being parents of their two 4-legged sons, Bob and Oscar Meyer.

Julia and Nathan Kargman The Kargman family, Julia, Nathan, and Mila are excited to begin their journey within the Beth Israel Family. Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Bay Park, this family of three is all about embracing outdoor adventures, friendship, and building connections.

Julia and Nathan attended the same high school in San Diego, yet destiny brought them together under Beth Israel's caring roof.

This fun fact just goes to show that connections can be made in the most unexpected places! Becoming a part of the Beth Israel community is a fantastic opportunity for their daughter, Mila to establish friends at an early age and for Julia and Nathan to get to know other families with the same interests. Join us in welcoming the Kargmans to Beth Israel—where smiles, friendships, and shared experiences await.

Lindsay and Stephen Kriger Stephen, Lindsay, Nathan and Hadley Kriger are very excited to join Beth Israel and continue the family legacies of being active members in jewish community life! Stephen grew up in a very active jewish community in Memphis, Tennessee and Lindsay was from a small town in Northern California but helped bring Jewish life to the community through camp and NTFY events! Lindsay and Stephen met at Indiana University and have since lived on the west coast in several cities before settling in beautiful San Diego. We love raising a family in this amazing city and look forward to the warm and family fun environment at Beth Israel!

Full list of new or returning members: Brian & Andrea Cohen Aaron & Erica Friedman Hadar Galler & Amit Ophir Gretchen & Lowell Gordon Judy & Hal Grant

Julia & Nathan Kargman Lindsay & Stephen Kriger Melanie & Jonathan Lynn Hebe Peralta Jodi & Michael Rycyzyn

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Mazal Tov BAR&BAT MITZVAHS TO OUR

September 2 10:00am

LEVI LIPTON

October 4 4:00pm

LEO CHANG

October 21 10:00am

Levi is the son of Lisa and Bobby Lipton and the grandson of Linda Rotskoff and Bob Fixman; Pam Lipton and Howard Lipton (z”l). Levi attends SDJA and for his Mitzvah Project he donated to a dog rescue called A New Life Charitable Foundation and Levi volunteered at Rancho Coastal Humane Society. His favorite hobbies include basketball, football, and chess.

Leo is the son of Lisa and Doug Chang and the grandson of Barbara and Ronald, (z”l), Simon, Joyce Chang and Jay Tucker, and George Chang. He attends Pacific Trails Middle School. For his Mitzvah Project, Leo volunteers at Paws for Purple Hearts which is an organization that trains service dogs for disabled Veterans. Leo’s hobbies include soccer, theater, cooking and baking, and taking care of neighborhood pets.

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MAREN SHIROFF

October 21 4:00pm

JORDYN EPSTEIN

October 28 4:00 pm

Maren is the daughter of Robyn and Jason Shiroff, and the granddaughter of Nancy and Peter Matlow (FL), Robert Shiroff (NV), and Jo Ann Hougen (CA). She attends Marshall Middle School at Scripps Ranch. For her Mitzvah Project Maren is learning how to blow the shofar for High Holy Day services, since she is a trumpet player. Maren enjoys reading, bouldering (climbing), and surfing.

Jordyn is the daughter of Heather and Michael Epstein and the granddaughter of Rebecca Fox and David Gottesman; Matthew Fox and Phyllis and Arnold Epstein. She attends Pacific Trails Middle School. Jordyn’s favorite hobbies are tennis and softball.

Mazal Tov

TO OUR

DONAVON STRAUSS

Donavon is the son of Landon and Jennifer, and his grandparents are Gerry, Nona Jona, and Martin. He attends Muirlands Middle School.

For his Mitzvah Project, Donavon has served food to the homeless at Father Joes. Donavon enjoys basketball, e-biking and snuggling with his dog, Jingles.

BABY NAMINGS

Parents Wren & Brian Ball on the birth of Estee June Ball

Grandparents Gail and Jonathan Schwartz and

parents Stephanie and Matthew Lyulkin on the birth of Sophia Violet

Grandparents Silvana and Richard Christy and

parents Valerie and Colin Nangle on the birth of Sloane Anna

Grandparents Tammy and Louie Vener, and

parents Emma and Earnest Arky Solomon on the birth of their child Lyle Eden

Parents Natalie and Hadar Epstein on the birth of Leor

Isla is the daughter of Adam and Madelyn Hornstein, and the granddaughter of Debbie Hornstein, Jeff and Jeannie Gretz, Ron, and Laura Berman. She attends Thurgood Marshall Middle School. For her Mitzvah Project, Isla collected donations for the San Diego Humane Society.

ISLA HORNSTEIN Her favorite hobbies include barrel racing and spending time with her November 18 horse Badger. Isla enjoys taking photos, 4:00 pm listening to music, and watching the Padres with her dad.

B’NEI MITZVAH

September - December

September 2, 10:00am, Donavon Strauss October 14, 4:00pm, Levi Lipton October 21, 10:00am, Leo Chang October 21, 4:00pm, Maren Shiroff October 28, 4:00pm, Jordyn Epstein November 18, 10:00am, William Weiss November 18, 4:00pm, Isla Hornstein

Grandparents Randy Savarese and Chuck Petler, and parents, Maya and David Savarese on the birth of Joseph Rumi Savarese

Parents Lindsay and Stephen Kreiger on the birth of Hadley Maddox

Parents Gabriela and Benjamin Johnson on the birth of Eloise Rose

Parents Jennie and Scott Rathke on the birth of Ruby Leikoa (*Rue) Rathke

& WEDDINGS

Marc Wolfsheimer and Maribel London on their wedding on August 6, 2023 Gail and Jonathan Schwartz on the marriage of their daughter Alison to Alexander Kernus Alex & Kyle Tallakson on their marriage

STUDENTS TEACHERS

When become Lee and Frank Goldberg Religious School prides itself on being a warm, welcoming community for our students to learn and grow with one another. As our students venture out after high school, we enjoy hearing from many of them about how their time at

Beth Israel has influenced their values, college majors, friendships, and beyond. One of the most special l’dor v’dor, from generation to generation, parts of our school is that many of our students come back as teachers. Each year, approximately half of our Religious School staff team is comprised of graduates of our Religious School and madrichim (teen teaching assistant) programs. This school year is no exception and among our returning students who are here as staff is a sibling trio. Emory, Andrew, and Ziggy Valdez will all be a part of the team that helps ensure a positive experience for families in our school. Emory, a high school student who continues to take initiative as a leader, will be our Lead Office Madricha (assistant). Andrew will be co-teaching with another graduate of our program; a team that has been together since Andrew was a madrich (assistant) in high school. Ziggy will be bringing the flavors of the Jewish calendar to life in our holiday cooking class for upper elementary school students.

In sharing about his excitement for the upcoming school year and working alongside his siblings,

Andrew said, "Beth Israel had always been a very supportive place for me and my siblings. We had moved around a lot during the early parts of our lives, coming back to San Diego and the Beth Israel community around 2015. But both times, the community was super welcoming. My favorite part of going to Religious School was actually being a madrich and BITY Board because I was able to give back to the community that had supported me for so long. Working with my siblings is honestly really fun because when we would see each other in passing either in the office or in the hallways we'd be able to joke around and help each other if the other needed something."

Beth Israel’s Religious School team is proud to watch graduates of the Religious School teach the lessons that they learned, in new and innovative ways, to the next generation of students. The example that our graduates set of being true mensches as they come give back to their community is a very special lesson that only they can come back and impart.

B'n ei Mitzvah BOOT CAMP This summer, 35 of our rising B'nei Mitzvah students were able to come together for two weeks of B'nei Mitzvah Boot Camp! During their time together, campers had the opportunity to learn with our clergy, experience programming led by our religious school staff partnering with Moving Traditions, build amazing friendships - in and out of the classroom, and participate in daily community service projects with local nonprofit organizations.

Campers use this opportunity not just to practice and prepare for leading services, but to think about what it means to be a service leader, how to cultivate an attitude of gratitude, and what becoming an adult (and a teenager!) means to each of them. Our Beth Israel community is endlessly blessed to have another season of these campers preparing to become B'nei Mitzvah!

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&

Playground ECE Summer Camp

Playground Playing outdoors just got a little better at the Bill and Sid Rubin Preschool! Thanks to a government grant, a new Pour N’ Play surface was added to the toddler and preschool playgrounds. This Pour N’ Play surface provides a soft, cushioned surface for outdoor exploration. The surface is long lasting and favorable for children and adults with mobility challenges. Natural colors were chosen to complement the current outdoor spaces.

Outdoor play is beneficial for children beyond the physical activity it provides. It helps children socialize, understand their bodies better, engage in imaginative play, and build a connection with nature. One of the best benefits of outdoor play is that it provides an opportunity for children to learn how to engage with others while having fun. The unstructured nature of outdoor play helps children expand their creativity and hone their social skills.

Our amazing San Diego weather is optimal for outdoor play year around. The Bill and Sid Rubin Preschool’s philosophy incorporates socialemotional learning, a love of nature, and imaginative play. From our youngest learners to our pre-kindergarten class, all ages spend much of their day outside. The Pour N’ Play surface promises to help them run faster, jump higher, and land safely.

ECE Summer Camp Our Beth Israel’s Bill and Sid Rubin Preschool opened their doors for our Early Childhood Education Camp and Tuesdays in the Park. The ECE Summer Camp was a magical gateway to a world of imagination, laughter, and discovery for our younger students. Within its safe and nurturing environment, children explored their creativity, forged friendships, and embraced their Jewish heritage. Engaging storytelling sessions ignited young minds, arts and crafts adorned the camp with colorful creations, and plenty of outdoor games and activities made it a delightful summer adventure. Tuesdays in the Park brought the community together, sparking laughter, camaraderie, and connections. From a magician show to foam parties and live performances by San Diego's famous Ruth and Emilia and Kathryn the Great, families of all ages enjoyed our own Beth Israel park and playground bonding over friendly games and heartfelt conversations. These events provided families with opportunities to socialize and make friends, fostering a strong sense of belonging within our community.

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Belonging. Community. Partnership.

M a ke a m e a n i n g f u l m e m b e r s h i p c o m m i t m e n t t o y o u r B e t h I s r a e l f a m i l y.

VIBRANT. EMPOWERING. UPLIFTING. Passing on traditions and teachings to future generations. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of those it touches.

CARING. ACTIVE. INVOLVED. Taking steps to aid those in need from every walk of life. Nurturing personal growth.

Make a meaningful commitment to your synagogue family.

As Moses asked each individual to contribute toward building the tabernacle according to their own ability, we ask YOU to help sustain and support Beth Israel in a manner that is meaningful to YOU.

STACEY COLEMAN & MIKE CHASIN FAMILY I joined Beth Israel with my parents, Karen & Si Coleman, and my brother when we moved to San Diego in 1972. I grew up in the Madrichim program and was a song leader after I completed my bat mitzvah. After college, I returned to San Diego where I married Mike. We are blessed to have our girls, Emily and Kate, participate to their fullest at Beth Israel. Both of our girls became bat mitzvah, were in the Madrichim program and are now doing what they love most, playing in the Tizmoret band under the guidance of Rabbi Cantor Bernstein. Some of our longest and strongest friendships started at this temple. There is a strong sense of belonging here for our family. I know our girls are building lifelong relationships while developing a strong sense of Jewish identity and confidence. I have many favorite experiences over my 45 years at Beth Israel, best are of being at Hebrew Camp. -Stacey Coleman & Mike Chasin Family

Make Your Commitment Count.

CAMP MOUNTAIN CHAI BETH ISRAEL STUDENTS

Our vibrant Beth Israel's youth embarked on an unforgettable journey at Camp Mountain Chai during the summer. These young members had their most exceptional summer season yet, coming together with fellow campers to create memories, canoeing and kayaking across pristine waters, conquering the ropes course with determination, perfecting their aim in archery, scaling the climbing wall, and taking refreshing dips in the pool. Hiking through scenic trails and conquering mountain biking routes added to their exhilarating experiences.

RACHEL’S WOMEN’S CENTER MEAL DROPOFF JULY 9 Rachel’s Women’s center meal volunteers, Tammy, Karen, Valerie, Ellen, and Lorraine provided a much-needed meal to the clients at their day center and enjoyed the process!

CARING COMMUNITY TESTIMONIALS

Your kindness and caring envelopes me and Herb. The delicious foods, face mask, shabbat candles, and most of all, your loving thoughts are appreciated beyond words. With abundant thanks!

— Elaine & Herb What a comfort it was to receive the Mish Bag from Caring Community with your warm expression of care and condolence. Thanks to all the congregants who cooked delicious soup, salmon, mac and cheese, kugel, and challah. We were exhausted the day after the funeral so to receive the thoughtful Mish Bag the next day spared us the need to cook or even think about “take-out” and it was a heartwarming generous gift. We are forever grateful to have been lovingly held by our Beth Israel Community.

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W H AT’S H A PPE N I N G AT

Beth Israel September - December 2023

We are now offering diverse access for many programs, but will continue to offer streaming/Zoom for those unable to join us in-person

WORSHIP SCHEDULE Friday, September 1 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Elul Services, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, September 2, 2023 Torah Portion: Ki Tavo (Deuteronomy 26:1–29:8) Haftarah: Isaiah 60:1-22 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel 10:30 a.m. The congregation celebrates a Bar Mitzvah Service at the Minyan Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, September 8, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Elul Services, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadashah Service, Foster Family Chapel Saturday, September 9, 2023 Torah Portion: Nitzavim – Vayeilech (Deuteronomy 29:9–31:30) Haftarah: Isaiah 61:10-63:9 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jason Nevarez 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 5:00 p.m. Young Family S’lichot Service (followed by a BYO dinner), Foster Family Chapel 7:00 p.m. S’lichot Program & Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, September 15, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

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Saturday, September 16, 2023, first day Rosh Hashanah 8:30 a.m. Family Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. Morning Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 4:00 p.m. Young Families Rosh Hashanah, Foster Family Chapel 6:00 p.m. Tashlich & Havdalah, La Jolla Shores (Lifeguard Station 32) Sunday, September 17, Second Day Rosh Hashanah 9:00 a.m. Rosh Hashanah Second Day Morning Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. Kiddush lunch, Feuerstein Family Activity Center 11:15 a.m. Hike with Rabbi Nevarez Afternoon (Time TBD) – Kever Avot Cemetery Memorial Service, El Camino Memorial Park, and Miramar National Cemetery Friday, September 22, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Shuva Service, Foster Family Chapel Saturday, September 23, 2023 Torah Portion: Haazinu (Deuteronomy 32:1–52) Haftarah: Hosea 14:2-10; Micah 7:1820; Joel 2:15-27 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Phil Graubart 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Sunday, September 24, Erev Yom Kippur 5:30 p.m. Kol Nidre Early Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:00 p.m. Kol Nidre Late Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

Monday, September 25, Yom Kippur 8:30 a.m. Family Yom Kippur Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. Yom Kippur Morning Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Food for Thought: Session 1 – 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Rabbi Emeritus Michael Berk Session 2 – 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Sermon Talk Back with Rabbi Nevarez 2:30 p.m. Contemporary Confessions, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. Yizkor Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Neilah Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 6:15 p.m. Break the Fast, Price Family Courtyard Friday, September 29, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Sukkot Service, Price Family Courtyard Saturday, September 30, 2023 Torah Portion: Yom Rishon shel Sukkot (Leviticus 23:33-44, Numbers 29:12-16, Historic Leviticus 22:26-23:44) Haftarah: Zechariah 14:7-9, 16-21 [historic: Zechariah 14:1-21] 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Richard Agler 10:30 a.m. Shabbat & Chag Sukkot Morning Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow Friday, October 6, Shemini Atzeret Simchat Torah 5:00 p.m. Young Family Shabbat & Simchat Torah, Foster Family Chapel

6:00 p.m. Simchat Torah Pizza Dinner and Celebration 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Simchat Torah Service followed by Israeli Dancing, Price Family Courtyard Saturday, October 7, 2023 Torah Portion: Sh'mini Atzeret - Simchat Torah (Deuteronomy 34:1-12, Genesis 1:1–2:3, Numbers 29:35-30:1, Historic Deuteronomy 33:1-34:12) Haftarah: Joshua 1:1-18 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Richard Agler 10:30 a.m. Shabbat & Sh’mini Atzeret/ Simchat Torah Yizkor Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow Friday, October 13, 2023 5:00 p.m. Pre-K-2nd Grade Family Shabbat Dinner and Service 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Family Services, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadashah Service, Foster Family Chapel Saturday, October 14, 2023 Torah Portion: B'reishit (Genesis 1:1−6:8) Haftarah: Isaiah 42:5-43:10 [historic: I Samuel 20:18-20:42] 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jason Nevarez 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a Bar Mitzvah Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a Bar Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary FALL 2023 / 5784 16

Friday, October 20, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Services, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, October 21, 2023 Torah Portion: Noach (Genesis 6:9−11:32) Haftarah: Isaiah 54:1-55:5 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a Bar Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a Bat Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, October 27, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Chai Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, October 28, 2023 Torah Portion: Lech L'cha (Genesis 12:1−17:27) Haftarah: Isaiah 40:27-41:16 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Phil Graubart 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a Bar Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a Bat Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, November 3, 2023 5:00 p.m. Young Families Shabbat, Foster Family Chapel 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat San Diego Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 4, 2023 Torah Portion: Vayeira (Genesis 18:1–22:24) Haftarah: II Kings 4:1-37 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Marty Lawson 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a Bar Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, November 10, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Family Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadashah Service, Foster Family Chapel

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Saturday, November 11, 2023 Torah Portion: Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1−25:18) Haftarah: I Kings 1:1-31 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Phil Graubart 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, November 17, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Services, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 18, 2023 Torah Portion: Tol'dot (Genesis 25:19−28:9) Haftarah: Malachi 1:1-2:7 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jason Nevarez 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a Bat Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, November 24, 2023 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Chai Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 25, 2023 Torah Portion; Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10−32:3) Haftarah: Hosea 12:13-14:10 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel

ADULT EDUCATION Visit us at www.cbisd.org/adults/adulteducation or contact Program Director Ilene Tatro, itatro@cbisd. org, 858 900-2516 Language, Longing, and Belonging “The Art of Leaving” Tuesday, September 5 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Jane Lazerow “Artists Who Made Art from the Bible” Thursday, September 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am In the Footsteps of “Conversos” A Virtual Jewish Walking Tour of Lima, Peru Thursday, September 7 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Teshuva as Confession of Sin: Jewish Guilt or Christian Absolution Sunday, September 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Salvador Dali and the State of Israel Tuesday, September 12 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Which fruit did Adam and Eve eat in Eden on Rosh Hashanah?

Thursday, September 14 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm The Music of Kol Nidre Tuesday, September 19 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Beyond Plastic Fruit and Popcorn Chains The Rich History of Sukkah Structures and Adornments Thursday, September 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Adult Evening Book Club Thursdays, September 21, October 19, & November 16 @ 7:00 pm Conversational Hebrew Course – Tomer Osman Tuesdays, September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and November 14 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm In the Pursuit of Happiness or of Meaning?

Socrates, Kohelet and Victor Frankel on the Meaning of Life Thursday, September 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Recovering Holocaust Art Monday, October 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Introduction to Judaism Thursday, October 19, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm to Friday, April 12, 2024 A Tour of Israel through Music with Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel Tuesdays, November 28 & December 5 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker Wednesdays @ 10:00 am - 10:40 am

CARING COMMUNITY Visit us at www.cbisd.org/getinvolved/caringcommunity or contact Katey Lindley at klindley@ cbisd.org, 858 900-2519 Member Meet Up: Knitting and Crocheting for Caring Community Sunday, October 22, November 19 @ 9:00 am 11:30 am FALL 2023 / 5784 17

Cooking with Caring Community Mondays September 11, October 1, 9, November 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Caring Community Mending Hearts Sunday, September 10, October 1, 15, 22, & November 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

DAYTIMERS Visit us at www.cbisd.org/adults/daytimers or contact Program Director Ilene Tatro, itatro@cbisd. org, 858 900-2516 DayTimers Book Club Tuesday, October 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

MEMBERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT Visit us at www.cbisd.org/adults/new-judaism or contact Membership & Engagement Director Bethany Eisenberg, beisenberg@ cbisd.org, 858 900-2554 Member Meet Up: Knitting and Crocheting for Caring Community Sunday, October 22, November 19 @ 9:00 am 11:30 am Beth Israel Day of Service 2023 Sunday, October 15 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Member Meet Up: Afternoon Mahjong Wednesdays @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SOCIAL ACTION

SPECIAL EVENTS

Visit us at www.cbisd.org/getinvolved/socialaction or contact Program Director Ilene Tatro, itatro@cbisd. org, 858 900-2516

www.cbisd.org/programs/category/special

Volunteer at Rachel’s Women’s Center Sunday, October 8 @ 4:15 pm

MEN'S CLUB

Help Build the Sukkah with the Men’s Club Tuesday, September 26 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Help Unbuild the Sukkah with the Men’s Club Sunday, October 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Visit us at www.cbisd.org/getinvolved/mensclub.

For information contact cbimensclub@gmail.com

Challah Bake Thursday, November 2 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Men’s Club Discussion Group Mondays, September 11, 25, October 9, 23, & November 13, 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

A Tour of Israel through Music with Rabbi Jeremy Gimbel Tuesdays, November 28 & December 5 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Men’s Club Speaker Forum Wednesdays, September 20, October 18, & November 15 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

TRIBE

LEE AND FRANK GOLDBERG FAMILY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Visit us at www.cbisd.org/youth/religiousschool/ upcoming-events/ or contact Director of Education Rose Orlovich, rorlovich@cbisd.org, 858 900 2555 First Day of School September 10, 9:00-11:30 am Simchat Torah Pizza Dinner and Celebration October 6, 6:00 pm Pre-K-2nd Grade Family Shabbat Dinner and Service October 13, 5:00 pm

FAMILY ACTIVITIES- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION BILL & SID RUBIN PRESCHOOL Visit us at www.cbisd.org/youth/earlychildhood, or contact the Director of Early Childhood Education Cathy Goldberg, cgoldberg@cbisd.org, 858 900-2533 Young Family S’lichot Service Saturday, September 9 @ 5:00 pm, followed by a BYO dinner Young Family Rosh Hashanah Saturday, September 16 @ 4:00 pm Young Family Shabbat & Simchat Torah Friday, October 6 @ 5:00 pm Young Family Shabbat Friday, November 3

WOMEN OF BETH ISRAEL Visit us www.cbisd.org/getinvolved/wbi

Help Build the Sukkah with the Men’s Club Tuesday, September 26 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Visit us at https://cbisd.org/getinvolved/tribe/ or contact Program Director Ilene Tatro, itatro@cbisd.org, 858 900-2516

Help Unbuild the Sukkah with the Men’s Club Sunday, October 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

TRIBE Oneg Fridays, September 29, October 20, & November 17 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

WBI goes to the Movies!

Thursday, October 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

HUNGER PROJECT

For all other events, visit www.cbisd.org

2nd through 5th Sunday of every month, 8:30-11:30 am

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S U K KOT

HELP BUILD THE SUKKAH WITH THE MEN'S CLUB TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 AT 7:00 PM AND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 AT 9:00 AM The Men’s Club will be tackling the new year by performing the Mitzvah of assembling the Sukkah. Due to the High Holy Days schedule we will set up the Sukkah on Tuesday evening, September 26, starting at 7:00 pm. Please join us in the Beth Israel Price Family Courtyard. Both men and women are invited to participate! Bagels and coffee will be provided.

We expect to have enough tools but if you have your own feel free to bring a cordless drill or impact driver with 7/16" deep socket, driver bits, and a hammer for minor adjustments. Work gloves are a good idea.

Please email Marty Stern for any questions. Also, please mark your calendars to take down the Sukkah on Sunday, October 15 at 9 am.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH

CELEBRATE OUR "CHAI" MEMBER FAMILIES WITH US! 5:15pm - Reception: Enjoy a warm reception, reconnect with old friends, and share memories.

6:15pm - Erev Sukkot Shabbat Services: Continue the celebration with meaningful prayers and community and a special prayer Join us on September 29th to honor and celebrate our cherished "Chai" member families – those who've been part of the Beth Israel community for 18+ years. Let's rejoice in the bonds that make Beth Israel special.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 AT 6:15 P.M.

EREV SHABBAT SUKKOT SERVICE IN THE PRICE FAMILY COURTYARD FOLLOWED BY A BYO (BRING-YOUR-OWN) PICNIC DINNER Drinks and dessert provided by Beth Israel.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

TRIBE ONEG SUKKOT EDITION Calling all TRIBESTERS to our festive Fall potluck! Embrace the spirit of the season and bring your favorite Fall dishes to share with our vibrant community. Let’s create a feast to remember! TRIBE Oneg takes place immediately following Erev Shabbat Services, which begin at 6:15 pm. Drinks and dessert provided by Beth Israel.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 AT 10:30 A.M.

SHABBAT & CHAG SUKKOT MORNING SERVICE IN THE FOSTER FAMILY CHAPEL, LUNCH IN THE SUKKAH TO FOLLOW

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3RD @ 5:00 - 6:30 PM

TUESDAY IN THE SUKKAH!

Join us for a special Tuesday in the Sukkah!, a continuation of our summer series, Tuesdays in the Park. We will sing and dance with Hullabaloo Band in the Sukkah! Bring your picnic dinner and blanket.

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Contributions RABBI NEVAREZ'S FUND Contribution by: David and Manny Olsen-Vasquez In honor of: Bryce Feuerstein’s bar mitzvah by Brett and Carly Feuerstein, Diane and Elliot Feuerstein Rabbi Nevarez’s visit and care by Ed and Linda Janon Ava Lerman’s bat mitzvah by Natasha Surette and Imanuel Lerman The bris for Fox Hershman by Stuart Rubenstein Lucas Gordon’s bar mitzvah by Ellen and Peter Gordon In memory of: Sylvia G. Breger by Lynn C. Breger Bessie Gelbtuch by Vicki and Howie Gelbtuch Faye Harris by Joan and Jeff Harris Jerome Harris by Joan and Jeff Harris Larry Oster by David and Kathyann Marsh, Andrea Oster, Andrew and Jamie Resnik Marc Sheinbein by Fred and Judy Sheinbein Amy Singer by Joan and Jeff Harris John Weil by Wayne and Cindy Schwartz Sidel Weinstein by David Weinstein Fred Weitzen by Howard and Julie Haimsohn

RABBI BERNSTEIN’S FUND In appreciation of: Their wedding by Sharon Spivak and David Hoffman The wedding of Melanie Kaplan and Anthony Grimaldo by Marina Baroff and Robert Kaplan The warm and meaningful funeral service for Hilda Roller by Linda Okmin & family In honor of: Rabbi Bernstein by Edgar and Julie Berner, Seekey Cacciatore and Cory Briggs, Ross Cohen and Valerie Leman, Joani and Steve Gross, Diana Hahn, David and Holly Hazan, Alan and Harriet Shumacher, Sharon Spivak and David Hoffman, Barbara and Robert Ziering, Eileen Wingard Bryce Feuerstein’s bar mitzvah by Diane and Elliot Feuerstein Bris for Hudson Lawrence by Stuart Rubenstein Lucas Gordon’s bar mitzvah by Ellen and Peter Gordon Ava Lerman’s bat mitzvah by Imanuel Lerman and Natasha Surette Avett Ori Shai Scherer’s Bar mitzvah by Steven and Yvette Scherer Youth Choir Lunches by Laura and David Lorber

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In memory of: Jacob Almus by Sonya, Fanny, and Larry Jacobs Sigrid Fischer by Sylvia Geffen & family, Susan Morris & family Hy Glaser by Dale Glaser and Lisa Lazar Marilyn Glaser by Dale Glaser and Lisa Lazar Victoria S. Gold by Andrea and Russ Gold Robert Gould by Mary Marshall Roberto Simon Lahana by the Brogadir family, Eileen Wingard Ruth Landecker by David and Sylvia Geffen Maurice Levenson by Terri Levenson Harry Babe Levin by Steven and Heidi Levin Raquel Marcovich by Diane and Buddy Voit Rachael Ann North by Sheri and Fred Johnson Larry Oster by Andrea Oster John Stanley Samuels by Betsy and Richard Haubrich Janet Scharaga by Hermeen Scharaga Aubrey Schneider by the Brogadir family Howard Schudson by Tom Engel Abraham Shelley by Myron Shelley Mayo Harris Stiegler by Tony and Ione Stiegler Daniel Weiser by Michael Breslauer and Stepanie Levine Beatrice Wiener by Hermeen and Bob Scharaga Samuel H. Wiener by Hermeen Scharaga Helen Wildman Pollak by Rhonda Schwartz RABBI GIMBEL’S FUND In appreciation of: Neil Frumkin’s Celebration of Life service by the Frumkin Family, David and Jeanette Osias & family The Ketubah Signing by Tzvi Spivak In honor of: Rabbi Gimbel by Seekey Cacciatore and Cory Briggs Bryce Feuerstein’s bar mitzvah by Diane and Elliot Feuerstein Ava Lerman’s bat mitzvah by Imanual Lerman and Natasha Surette Lucas Gordon’s bar mitzvah by Ellen and Peter Gordon In memory of: Raymond J. Carmel by Nurit Carmel Mervin Cooper by Gerald and Dale Spector Neil Frumkin by the Frumkin Family Lenore Leholt by Nancy Deutsch

We acknowledge these contributions, processed through July 31, with appreciation. To make a contribution email giving@cbisd.org, or call Mila Vasser at 858 900-2524 Roz Myers by Gerald and Dale Spector Rachael Ann North by Murray Rogow Seymour Okmin by Linda and Larry Okmin & family Leon Spector by Gerald and Dale Spector Lois Richmond by Charles Richmond BETH ISRAEL Contribution by: Joshan Collins, Linda Gould, Jay and Nancy Handwerger, Cecile Jordan, Robin Jean Sassi, Peter Stovin, Sanford and Janine Feldman Car Donation Program In honor of: The wedding of Maddy Jennewein and Kelsey Thomas by Eileen Glasser Wesley and Mark Wesley Jennifer Edelstein by Stephen and Roberta Edelstein Zach Haubenstock’s bar mitzvah by Arlene Rosen Holly Hazan’s birthday by Carol and Joel Ewan Dan Jones by Scott and Victor McGrath In memory of: Blanche Ashe by Michael and Jessica Middleton Erich Benedikt by Joe and Roberta Rivera Hazel Blumberg by Bob and Joyce Blumberg William T. Blumberg by Bob and Joyce Blumberg Rose Deitel by Paula Park Zwi Feier by Robert Feier Ethel Feldman by Bernie and Suzi Feldman Joseph Feldman by Sanford and Janine Feldman Neil Frumkin by Ted Frumkin & family Frank Goldberg by Bernie and Suzi Feldman Sadie Goldman by Adam and Rachelle Fischer Morris Goldstein by Marc and Suzanne Pollack Mary Gordon by Herb Solomon and Elaine Galinson Ron Gordon by Richard and Lynn Gordon Athur Greenberg by Alan Greenberg Francis Greenberg by Alan Greenberg Eve Rae Grossman by Charles B. Grossman Joseph Halpern by Tom and Dorcey Rose Milton Hartman by Ron and Anne Simon Jack Israel by Ron and Robin Israel Jack Kaplan by Jessica and Michael Middleton

Pearl Kornbluth by Richard and Jesse Kornbluth Ruth Landecker by Barbara and Robert Ziering Marcia Nevin Lawrence by Alan and Nancy Nevin Berti Leeds by Iris and Matthew Strauss Bertram B. Leopold by Meg and Jess Mandel Adam Lesman by Robin Israel Joe Mayer by Heidi Gantwerk and Andrew Mayer Roz Myers by Susie and Paul Zlotnik Mildred Newberger by Lynn and Michael Maskin Morton Newberger by Lynn and Michael Maskin Larry Oster by Beverly and Len Bernstein, Sol and Debbie Kempinski, Alan Rock, Kay Weiss Renée T. O’Rourke by Robin and Jessica Edwards Edward Earl Parker by Barbara Parker and Geoff Whal Lucille Patterson by Joe and Roberta Rivera Beverley King Pollock by Jerry Litwak, Robert and Allison Price, Mitch and Elizabeth Seigler Fanny Bernstein Roberts by Zoya Noodelman Ina Rosenthal-Urey by Nancy and Dean Abelon Dean Rostovsky by Ronald and Anne Simon Zeldi Schuster by Jack and Sherron Schuster Everett Shapiro by Janet Silverstein Robert Shearer by Arlene Rosen David Simon by Ronald and Anne Simon Tamara Strauss by Iris and Matt Strauss Fran Suknow by Lynn and Richard Gordon Elene Solomon by Herb Solomon Natalie Wallin by Nancy and Dean Abelon, Ronald and Anne Simon Wilbur Wagner by Steven Wagner Isidor S. Weinbaum by the Weinbaum Family Fred Weitzen by Edgar and Julie Berner, Joyce Disraeli, Sandy Levinson, Herb Solomon and Elaine Galinson Jack Winkleman by Barbara and Norm Rozansky DANCING WITH THE STARS OF BETH ISRAEL GALA Raise the Paddle Contributions: Janice Alper, Renee Barnow, David and Sheryl Baron, Michelle and Kevin Berkowitz, Rabbi Arlene Bernstein, Beverly and Leonard Bernstein, David and Stacy Boodman, Kimberly Carnot and Traci Carpenter,

Pamela and Edward Carnot, Stacy Coleman and Michael Chasin, Netanya and Karl Cranford, Jennifer and Anthony Edelstein, David Estrin, Bernard and Susan Feldman, Sanford and Janine Feldman, Walter and Pam Ferris, April and Mathew Fink, Stephen and Madeline Flaster, Karen Foster Silberman and Jeffrey Silberman, Cynthia and Howard Fram, Louis Galper, Julie and Andrew Gardner, Kathryn and Andrew Garman, Sarah Garrick, Rabbi Jeremy and Sarah Gimbel, Joanne and Kenneth Gimbel, Phillip and Francine Ginsburg, Lee Goldberg & family, Edward Goldberg, Linda and Jerold Goldberg, Rachel and Ryan Goldenhar, Allison and Matthew Golding, Barbara Goldman and Howard Katz, Ellen and Herb Hafter, Joan and Jeffrey Harris, Sari and Sean Hartman, Marcia Hazan and Mark Cammell, Mike Hogan, Robin and Ronald Israel, Talia Israel, Emily and Chris Jennewein, Jan and Irving Kass, Margaret Katleman, Alyse and David Kirschen, Larry Krause, David and Su-Yen Kuhn, Ava and Michael Kurnow, Joth and Robin Layton, Valerie Leman and Ross Cohen, Marcia and Herb Lubick, Meg and Jess Mandel, Lesley Mills and James Macindoe, Perla and Jeffrey Myers, Robin Nelson, Rabbi Jason and Nicole Nevarez, Christine Nievergelt and David Chait, David and Manny Olsen-Vasquez, Barbara Parker and Geoffrey Wahl, John and Janet Perlman, Richard Perlman, Alison and Steven Prager, Barbara and Norman Rozansky, Lynn Sampson, Wayne and Cindy Schwartz, Lori Shearer and Brain Haubenstock, Danielle and Jason Sicklick, Ron and Anne Simon, Robin and Matt Spiegel, Martin Stern, Ron and Beth Tabor, Julie Tedde, Eric and Ronni Udoff, Diane and Buddy Voit, Diane and David Weinstein, Jeffery and Yu Cai Weinstein, Adam and Rachel Welland, Allan and Helene Ziman BILL AND SID RUBIN PRESCHOOL Contribution by: David and Manny Olsen-Vasquez In memory of: Sheila Marems by Lisa Lazar

Bill Rubin by Neal Rubin, Helene and Allan Ziman LEE AND FRANK GOLDBERG FAMILY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL In memory of: Jeanette Kurnow by Michael and Ava Kurnow Ruth Landecker by Annie Nagorner Fred Weitzen by Annie Nagorner ADULT EDUCATION Contribution by: Ed and Linda Janon

In honor of: Arnold Gass and Catherine Hand for extraordinary Evening Adult Book Club leadership by Nancy and Jeff Dosick The Marc Chagal zoom by Alyse and David Kirschen In memory of: Louise Abelon by Nancy and Dean Abelon Michael Abelon by Nancy and Dean Abelon Khava Slavutskaya by Ken and Mila Favilukis Ina Rosenthal-Urey by Joan and Arnie Gass, Ken Gross and Leslie Mark

In honor of:

CAMPERSHIP In memory of: Blanche Brown by Janice and Jay Schuffman Sally Kurlander by Janice and Jay Schuffman Seymour Rabin by Adele Rabin Dean Rostovsky by Karen Coleman Fannie Samuels by Janice and Jay Schuffman Sol Schuffman by Janice and Jay Schuffman

Pauline BeRossy by the Friedman Family

CARING COMMUNITY In appreciation of: The caring community by Maxine Endy Katey Lindley by Simma and Paul Nemeth Julie Potiker by Valerie Leman In honor of: Dan Zides' special birthday by Paul and Simma Nemeth In memory of: N. Jerome Chapin by Ronni and Eric Udoff Gertrude Edwards by Ellen and Larry Edwards Nathan Ginsburg by Martin Stern Max Kamel by Roxanne Hersh Marguerite Katleman by Marge Katleman Ruth Landecker by Robin Weiner Dee Lasher by Lynn Lasher Harold Lasher by Lynn Lasher Larry Oster by Andrea Oster June Shiffman by Lauren Serwitz Marvin Shiffman by Lauren Serwitz Ryan Smith by Marge Katleman Natalie Wallin by Bethany Eisenberg, Ilene Tatro Saima Zbikowski by Dean and Nancy Abelon DAYTIMERS In memory of: Elsie Price by Janet Price-Silverstein HUNGER PROJECT Contribution by: Julie and Mitchell Dubick

George Scher’s 80th birthday by Diane and William Liebman Their 51 years of marriage by Sandie and Dan Linn

Sandie and Dann Linn’s birthdays by Ronald Newell In memory of: Ronald Bachrach by Eileen Bachrach

Warren Barkanic by Alan and Bev Springer

Rishie Baroff by Robert Kaplan and Marina Baroff Irving Berson by Peter and Joan Winokur Belle Borack by Jules Borack & family

Adolfo Di Capua by Silvana and Richard Christy & family Sylvan Cooper by Irene Cooper Bert Epsten by Ellen Benkle

Harry Feldman by Beverlee Greene

Leo Felsenthal by Fred and Brenda Bern Miriam Fineman by Rosalind Streichler

Hy Glaser by Debbie and Ron Herz & family Marilyn Glaser by Debbie and Ron Herz & family Abraham Golokow by Gail Wurtz

George Goodman by Alan and Bev Springer Helen Goodman by Alan and Bev Springer Belle Greene by Beverlee Greene

Weston Kingsley by Richard and Karen Stern Morris Kutner by Leon and Joan Kutner

Ruth Landecker by Gordon and Marla Gerson Dee Lasher by Lynn Lasher

Harold Lasher by Lynn Lasher

Sol Lefkowitz by Joyce and Jim Spievak Ruth Landau by Leon and Joan Kutner

Nathan Lyons by Nancy and David Amiel

Virginia Lyons by Nancy and David Amiel

Jack Neben by Gordon and Marla Gerson

Yetta Neben by Gordon and Marla Gerson Audrey Newman by Margy Newman Larry Oster by Esther Fischer

Naftal Reznik by Vivian Reznik

Louis Rieger by Jerrold and Marcia Krasny Ouzi Sadok by Joanna Sadok

Joseph Spievak by Joyce and Jim Spievak Elaine Springer by Alan and Bev Springer Jack Springer by Alan and Bev Springer

Rose Springer by Alan and Bev Springer

ONEG SHABBAT/KIDDUSH Contribution by: Marc and Deborah Gerber, Gordon and Judy Glenn, Herb and Ellen Hafter, Diana Hahn, Howard and Julie Haimsohn, Kevin and Bonnie Hall, Walter and Pamela Hanig, Joan and Jeffery Harris, Betsy and Richard Haubrich, Michael and Stephanie Heinzman, Lisa and Charles Helsel, Stanley Herskovitz, Steven Horowitz, Linda and Edward Janon, Adam and Ellen Kahn, Marge Katleman, Alise Kellman and Edward Gorner, Mia Kemp, Kara Kobey, Edith Kodmur, Jill and Martin Koller, Leonard and Betty Kornreich, Martha and Jerry Krasne, Diane Krell-Bates, Steven and Audrey Levine, Libby and Dan Levine, Sandra Levinson, Hollis and Alan Litrownik, Ellie Livingstone, Marsha and Herb Lubick, Linda and Steven Luttbeg, Lori and Murray Maloney, Lynn and Michael Maskin, Judy Metz, Estelle Milch, Carol Miller, Shelley and David Odelson, Ami and William Minteer In memory of: Morris Bina by the Bina and Lutch families Jimmy Heimann by Louis Galper

Sylvia Rose by Stephanie Petersen SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE In memory of: Julius Dudock by Judy Levine Herbert Tishkoff by Gail Wurtz SOCIAL ACTION In memory of: Alan Shapiro by Janet Price-Silverstein Meyer Weiner by Ed and Susan Weiner STAND WITH ISRAEL In memory of: Jerome Alexander by Norma Alexander TORAH STUDY AND MINYAN In memory of: Fred Davidson by Susan Levin & family Howard R. Glenn by Gordon and Judy Glenn Moe Gross by the Carr family Randi Modell Helsel by Chuck and Lisa Helsel Edward Levin by Susan Levin & family Sol Lefkowitz by Joyce and Jim Spievak Jeffrey Loeb by Jean Feinstein Karola Loeb by Jean Feinstein Mila Kessler by Zoe Kessler Beverly King Pollock by Susan Levin

Merle Wilson by Richard and Karen Stern

James Horstmann

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Esther Rosenberg by Nineth Sandoval Joseph Spievak by Joyce and Jim Spievak Joseph Stern by Marty Stern Ina Rosenthal-Urey by Marty Stern Sol Vinstein by Susan Levin & family Francis Jay Winheld by Louise Winheld

AUXILIARIES MEN’S CLUB Contribution by: Nancy and Dean Abelon, M. Robert Breslauer, Louis Galper, Russell and Andrea Gold, Lee Goldberg & family, Judy Metz, David and Manny Olsen-Vasquez, Sanford and Marge Schane In memory of: Louis Nemeth by Simma and Paul Nemeth Harold Tishkoff by Gail Wurtz Melvin Udoff by Ronni and Eric Udoff WOMEN OF BETH ISRAEL In honor of: Janet Perlman by Janice Alper In memory of: Ethel Danenberg by Jim and Jacqui Carr & family Franny Lizerbram-Dalton by Joani and Steve Gross Beverly King Pollock by Joani and Steve Gross

SHEARN AND LINDA PLATT YOUTH TO ISRAEL FUND In honor of: Matthew Strauss’s birthday by Linda Platt In memory of: Dora Edelstein by Steve Steinberg Shearn Platt by Linda Platt

Daryl and Henry Gelender, Marc and Deborah Gerber, Jon

SILBERMAN FAMILY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of: Jeff and Karen Silberman by David and Sheryl Baron In memory of: Betty Slayen by Ron and Nanci Slayen

Horwitz and Carmel Zucker, Linda and Edward Janon,

VICTOR J. SCHULMAN TEMPLE BEAUTIFICATION FUND In honor of: Laura Botfeld’s 60th birthday and wonderful year ahead by Irene Borevitz In memory of: Ruth Shulman by Louis Galper

Ostach, Andrea Oster, Stan and Roz Pappelbaum, Linda

ROBERT BREITBARD ENDOWMENT FUND In memory of: Fred Weitzen Jr. by Larry Weitzen DONA SHENKMAN CAMPERSHIP FUND In memory of: Dona Adinah by Genine Rainbeau-Heart

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and Marty Goldberg, Lynn and Dick Gordon, Roanne Gotthelf, Frosty and Rick Gross, Grecia Gross, Jennifer Hankins, Marcia Hazan and Mark Cammell, Matt, Jeffery, and Katie Holden, Scott Holden, Eileen Horwitz, Josh Debbie and Sol Kempinsky, Jennifer Keslik, Elayne and Ron Kluchin, Phyllis and Ken Langsdorf, Louis and Linda Levy, Susan Markovitz, Linda and Barry Mogol, Nicole Monchik & family, Karen and Neil Moss, Alyssa NashGoelitz and Brian Goelitz, Miriam Norton, Jim and Gail Platt, Robert and Allison Price, Barbara Rabkin, Jamie, Andrew, Max, and Julia Resnik, Gail and Larry Rice, Alan Rock, Joyce Rose, Barbara and Norm Rozansky, Jack and Sherron Schuster, Denise Selati, Lawrence and Barbara Sherman, Susan Shmalo, Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler, Rod and Gloria Stone, Jason Sydney and Alexis Vercollone,

MEMORIAL AND NAMED SPECIAL FUNDS RABBI BERNSTEIN ISRAEL TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Barbara Brogadir by the Brogadir family Phil Brogadir by the Brogadir family Marilyn Glaser by Lisa Lazar and Dale Glaser Roberto Lahana by the Haubrich family

GENERAL AND NAMED ENDOWMENT FUNDS BETH ISRAEL GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND In honor of: Bonnie Baum’s college graduation by Allan Kohn Lorne Polger and Lori Weiner’s wedding by Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler In memory of: Wendy Bratt by Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler Beverly King Pollock by Beverly and Len Bernstein, Ann Mound Amy Singer by Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler Phyllis Tucker by Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler Natalie Wallin by Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler

and Bobbie Gilbert, Steven and Anne Marie Gold, Nancy

BONNIE GRAFF SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE FUND In memory of: Sidney J. Horwitz by Deborah Horwitz and Paul Nierman Bernys S. Nierman Levin by Deborah Horwitz and Paul Nierman HAUBENSTOCK-NEVAREZ FUND TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM In honor of: Zachary Haubenstock’s bar mitzvah by Martin Stern Tracy Chapnik and Mike Gervais’s wedding by Andrea Oster In memory of: Mel Cohn by Linda Platt Stephen Gettinger by Matt and Marcia Gettinger Larry Oster by Barbara Befler, Terri Berk, Edgar and Julie Berner, Beverly and Len Bernstein, Terri Bignell, Julie, Carol, and Kit Burnet, Joan and Lou Chesner, Nan and Bob Ciralsky, Marilyn Colby, Sharon and Stuart Davidson, Elissa Davis, Scot Eisendrath, Marvin and Doreen Estrin, Ann Freimuth, Richard and Barbara Fried, Elaine Galinson and Herbert Solomon,

Shelby Tauber, Carole and Jerry Turk, Kevin and Jamie Wechter, Stuart Williams Robert Shearer by Lisa Braun Glazer, Rachel and Ryan Goldenhar, Laura and Chris Norton, Mitch and Elizabeth Siegler, Ronald and Anne Simon June Shiffman by Lauren Serwitz Marvin Shiffman by Lauren Serwitz MONTE KOBEY PRESCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP MEMORIAL FUND In honor of: The birth of her great grand-daughter Charlotte Anne by Charlotte Kobey In memory of: Monte Kobey by Charlotte Kobey HELENE SCHLAFMAN MADRICHIM FUND In appreciation of: Addison Callahan, Eli Chang, Lev Finzi, Mari Ilfeld and Olivia Katz by Helene Schlafman In honor of: Lesley Mills’ help and support by Helene and David Schlafman In memory of: Elizabeth Cohen by Ben Weinbaum Mel Cohn by Helene and David Schlafman Beverley King Pollock by Helene and David Schlafman Betty Schlafman by the Schlafman family Ellen Weinbaum by Ben Weinbaum

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Beth Israel’s Cemetery & Mausoleum Program provides Jewish burial space to the community.

Member discounted pricing.

For more information,without obligation, call Stuart Simmons at 619 871-4160 or Katey Lindley at 760-815-1974.

Make a gift through your estate that costs nothing during your lifetime.

Contact Development Director Meg Mandel 858-900-2585.

Mount of Olives Memorial Lawns at El Camino Memorial Park Home of Peace Corridors at Cypress View Mausoleum

Be someone's

Donate your car,

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ANNUAL REVIEW Dear Members and Friends,

As we look forward to a new year, it is inspiring to look back and see how much we have accomplished in 2022-23. For over 162 years, Beth Israel has been at the center of San Diego Jewish life and this year is no different. In the aftermath of the pandemic, we have worked tirelessly to reconnect as a community through rich and varied offerings, meaningful worship and festive occasions.

In the pages that follow, we hope you will share our pride in Beth Israel’s thriving and growing community and consider ways to get involved. Beth Israel is truly our second home and needs every one of you to ensure its vitality and strength.

Thank you for your continued generosity and commitment. May 5784 be a sweet new year for you and your family.

Rabbi Jason Nevarez

Dan Jones President

Lesley Mills Executive Director

TH E H U N G E R PROJ EC T The Beth Israel Hunger Project is a shining example of how one person’s vision can make a huge impact on their community. For over

37 YEARS this program has fed

hundreds of thousands of people in need.

LI FECYC LE E VE NTS - O U R C LE RGY S U ITE WITH R AB B I N E VAR E Z , R AB B I G I M B E L , AN D R AB B I CANTO R B E R N S TE I N Guided and mentored

37 students in preparation for

their B’nei Mitzvah

25 Weddings | Officiated 5 Bris/Namings Oversaw 10 Beit Dins | Conducted 29 Funerals

Officiated

The Hunger Project feeds between

750 adults every Sunday morning.

During the pandemic, the dining room was closed for volunteers to help serve. However, as of February 2023, the dining room now accepts volunteers to help set-up, serve, and clean up.

Your help is needed now more than ever. Visit our website to sign up.

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B E TH I S R AE L'S FI RS T S E RVI C E LE AR N I N G TR I P, 9 TH -12TH G R AD E RS AN D AD U LTS

By Karen Deicas DePodesta

Sometimes life brings you small gifts that turn out far more giant than imagined. The service trip my daughter and I took to the Dominican Republic with Beth Israel was very much one of those gifts. Tali and I had the privilege of traveling deep into the mountain town of Managua with Rabbi Nevarez and 15 other fantastic individuals. With not one architect, engineer or contractor in the group we were entrusted with building someone’s new house.

Possible, because this house needed no internal wiring or piping. Correct, we, and they, lived (and showered and cooked and cleaned) off water from the river down the hill.

It’s hard to summarize the value of shoveling dirt, mixing cement, bending rebar, laying cinder block, and building someone’s survival structure, but I can very easily summarize the value of interacting with the townspeople, particularly the awaiting home-owner, mother of 5 and grandmother of 13. She was strong, kind and surrounded by a beautiful family. In this seemingly “poor” town with no running water and make-shift electricity, where hand-medowns and barely hand-to-mouth were a clear way of life, they felt awfully rich to me.

MEMBERSHIP

CARING COMMUNIT Y

117 New Member households joined Beth Israel on 2022-2023, 14

More than congregants volunteered last year

of which are Preschool/Infant Center households

PROGR AM HIGHLIGHTS

155

Food assembly produced more than meals for Fill the Freezer

50

Chanukah Artist in Residence Jacob "Spike" Kraus created an incredible and impactful experience for our community.

7th grade religious school meals students prepared

Our participation in the San Diego Pride Parade was a momentous and impactful occasion. The Pride parade attracted over 300,000 people.

Hamentaschen for the Pink & Teal

Our Intro to Judaism class exceeded expectations and left a lasting impact.

79 40 bakers made over 500 Hamentaschen Bake

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EDUCATION B I LL & S I D RU B I N PR E SC H O O L

101 children enrolled in 2022-2023 The Chanukah Light-Lab was a “highlight” of the festival celebrations for young families.

Monthly Young Family Shabbats on Friday afternoons bring together students from our preschool along with other young families in our community to celebrate shabbat together through story, song, and of course, snacks!

Tuesdays In The Park continue to be the most popular summer tradition on our lower playfield. Featuring music and dessert on select Tuesdays throughout the summer.

LE E AN D FR AN K G O LD B E RG FAM I LY R E LI G I O US SC H O O L

374 enrolled Religious School students 69 Madrichim students went on the Platt Youth Israel trips in June 53 and December

13

students went to L'Taken in Washington DC to learn alongside Reform Jewish teens from across the country and lobby on Capitol Hill

28

students attended B’nei Mitzvah Boot Camp last summer

SOCIAL ACTION MARTI N LU TH E R KI N G J R . DAY O F S E RVI C E Hundreds of Beth Israel volunteers came together for the MLK Day of Service on Monday, February 20th at Balboa Park. Inspiring words from diverse faith leaders including Bishop Gregory Edwards, Rabbi Cantor Arlene Bernstein, Imam Taha Hassane, and Rev. Dr. Hannah Ka were shared.

Volunteers joined hands to beautify our community and enjoyed the company of old and new friends through music and a BBQ.

42 N D AN N UAL I NTE R FAITH THAN KS G IVI N G S E RVI C E Beth Israel and First United Methodist Church joined together for the 42nd Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. Our communities collected items to contribute to our service project benefitting Second Families.

Second Families partners with resettlement agencies to ease new arrivals’ transition. The purpose is to help resettle refugees, helping them with initial household items, food, and resources.

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EVENTS AN N UAL FU N D R AI S E R GAL A: DAN C I N G WITH TH E S TARS On June 3, 2023, more than 300 people attended Beth Israel’s Annual Fundraiser, Dancing with the Stars of Beth Israel. Guests were treated to amazing performances by six Beth Israel dancers and their professional partners. The Mirror Ball Trophy was awarded to the crowd favorite, Becca Myers and Raphael Stigliano. The fun and successful event raised $270,300 for Beth Israel programs and services.

S U M M E R SO I R E E To thank our most generous donors, Ner Tamid Circle members, Dor L’Dor Society members and major donors were invited to a Summer Soiree in August.

Emily and Chris Jennewein graciously opened their beautiful home for the event. Rabbi Jason Nevarez and President Dan Jones shared highlights for the coming year, and guests enjoyed a lovely afternoon of socializing, music and refreshments.

WO M E N O F B E TH I S R AE L Women of Beth Israel strives to enrich the lives of all Beth Israel members by providing social and spiritual enrichment to our community, financial support to various CBI programs and more.

Activities include: Fun and lively events such as Succulents and Sangria, Latkes and Vodka, and a Family Movie Night Volunteering at Rachels’ House making food, serving the residents, and collecting donated items Volunteering at Humble Design, an organization that helps those emerging from homelessness in our community.

M E N ’S C LU B The Men’s Club offers adult men a Jewish setting in which to learn and socialize while supporting our congregation. Last year we: Provided 1000 latkes for the religious school and served over 600 of these to the K-6 religious school classes (with help from many Congregation volunteers).

Donated over 300 memorial candles for a special Yom Hashoah service, also requesting congregants’ contributions to our Yom Hashoah Fund.

Sponsored our annual trip to a Padres game for Jewish Heritage Day and sold out all 70 tickets.

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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS SHALO M! My name is John Lefter and I have the privilege to serve as your Treasurer.

Here are some of the highlights of our current financial performance, the future outlook and the help needed from you to strengthen our synagogue home, Beth Israel.

CU R R ENT PER FO R MAN C E • Rebuilding efforts continue following the pandemic • We are feeling the impact of inflation • Building maintenance expenditures continue to rise as our aging facility demands more of our attention • We saw a surge in membership growth as people seek community and connection following isolation brought on by a pandemic.

• Our preschool is strong but faces the tough challenge of free public transitional kindergarten • Our Cemetery and Mausoleum operations continue to contribute significantly to our revenue

F U T U R E O U TLO O K • Refine our strategic and financial plan to align with long-term objectives • Work on opening our doors to more members as the campus continues to open and more activities emerge • Analyze and identify financial improvements and innovations to increase the efficiency of our resource utilization

WHAT WE N EED FRO M YO U • Your financial support is at the foundation of our congregation's fiscal well-being. If everyone increased their commitment by 10% or more we would eliminate the income/expense gap currently anticipated in the 23-24 budget.

• Make a contribution to our Endowment Fund, either with a cash pledge or by committing a legacy gift • Consider also supporting other focused campaigns as they arise • We need your financial support to be able to provide you with services, programming and the warm and welcoming community which we call home

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LOOKING AHEAD MA Z AL TOV R AB B I G IM B EL! We invite you to share in the celebration of a new phase in our music program. As we honor Rabbi Cantor Bernstein's exceptional contributions, we also await welcoming Rabbi (soon to be Cantor) Gimbel, our future Rabbi Cantor starting July 2024. Join us in congratulating Rabbi Gimbel and expressing gratitude to Rabbi Cantor Bernstein for her dedication and years of service.

ASS I S TANT R AB B I S E ARC H

N E W WEB S ITE CO M I N G SO O N

The congregation will undergo a search for an Assistant Rabbi to join the Clergy suite. This search will be chaired by Robyn Spiegel.

The Beth Israel Communications Advisory Council, led by Dave Boodman, is pleased to announce that a new website is coming in 2024. This new site will reflect who we are as a congregation and community with ease of use, modern look and feel, and visual storytelling.

B E TH I S R AEL DAY O F S ERVI C E 2023, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 @ 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Join us on Sunday, October 15 at 9:00 am as we come together and give our time on various projects such as painting, sprucing up a garden bed, preparation of Religious School materials, building the sukkah, or assembling membership packets for membership. Beverages and snacks provided.

SC H O L AR- I N - R ES I D EN C E WEEKEN D WITH R AB B I G EO FFR E Y A . M ITELMAN FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024 - SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2024 Rabbi Geoffrey Mitelman is the Founding Director of Sinai and Synapses, an organization that bridges the scientific and religious worlds, and is being incubated at Clal – The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership. His writings about the intersection of religion and science have appeared on the homepages of several sites, including The Huffington Post, Nautilus, and Science and Religion Today.

Friday, March 1, 2024 6:15 pm Diverse Access Available. Erev Shabbat Service with Sermon “Has Science Replaced God?” For centuries, religion provided answers for our ancestors to all of life’s questions. But as modern Jews, we usually look to science to tell us where we came from, who we are, or even how we should act. So how should we look at, think about and talk about the relationship between science and religion in today’s world?

7:30 pm-8:30 pm Diverse Access: Post Oneg Study Session expanding on Sermon “Has Science Replaced God?” Saturday, March 2, 2024 9:00 am-10:15 am Diverse Access: Shabbat Morning Torah Study Torah Portion: Acharei Mot – K’doshim “Evolution of Morality” When we think about Darwinian evolution, we often think about fierce competition for resources, or how our genes influence our kids’ height, or how it might clash with religious teachings. But in fact, evolution by natural selection can help us understand the roots of morality, which can then inform Jewish law and Jewish ethics.

Sunday, March 3, 2024 9:15 am-10:45 am Diverse Access: Sunday Morning Session “The Cosmos and the Covenant” As we discover more exoplanets, and learn just how expansive our universe is, how do we situate ourselves in the cosmos? Are we insignificant, or are we special? Light refreshments will be served.

This program is made possible in part by the Bonnie Graff Scholar-in-Residence Fund Presented by Adult Education Committee

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