Yahrzeits Shabbat Spotlight the Our jammin jews
Alex Abraham
Laura Ballin
Jack Bass*
Edith McNamara*
Gertrude Mendelson*
Norman Moss
Matilda Cohen
Morris Cohen*
Allan Davis
Lawrence Eig*
Essie Friedberg*
Alex Glasser
Elliot Goldstein
Lena Grobard*
Raela Moss
Lucy Mostert
Anne Nicolosi
Henry Nobel
Israel Nuss*
Allan Nye
Rae Offenberg*
Herman Osher*
Barbara Mazer
Vocals/Guitar
Douglas Lichterman
Rosenbluth
Vocals/Guitar
Percussion/Guitar
Martin Heller
Kathryn Higer*
Lee Higer*
Tessie Karfeld
Bernard Katz
Kenneth Knobler*
Ida Kramer*
Zelma Kunitz
Abraham Moses Lee
Frances Rotenberg
Sol Schaffer*
Esther Seidman*
Annie Solomon*
Marie Waitsman
Daniel Weiss
Annie Wides
Joseph Wilner*
*Denotes plaque in Memorial Alcove
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Rabbi Amy L. Morrison
Parshat Vayak’heil focuses on the construction of the Mishkan (Tabernacle) and highlights the importance of communal contribution Moshe gathers the Israelites and instructs them to bring both physical materials and their personal talents for the building of the Mishkan The contributions weren’t just about what people gave materially but also about the skills and creativity each individual brought Whether through artistry, craftsmanship, or offering time and effort, every person played a vital role in creating this sacred space.
This lesson extends beyond the pages of the Torah and speaks directly to our lives today. We are charged to bring our unique talents, skills, and passions to our communities, workplaces, and families. One everyday example is a person who volunteers their time to tutor students. A tutor shares their knowledge and expertise, dedicating hours to help others who may struggle with subjects like math or reading. Through this act, they offer much more than just instruction they offer patience, encouragement, and a chance for others to grow and succeed.
This Shabbat, let us reflect on how we can give of ourselves more fully. How can we use our talents, whether big or small, to help build up our communities, our families, and our relationships? Just as the Mishkan was a place for God’s presence to dwell, may our own acts of giving create spaces of warmth, kindness, and holiness Let us take this lesson to heart and be inspired to contribute more generously of ourselves in the week ahead Shabbat Shalom!
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Saturday, Mar. 22
10am-12pm - Mitzvah Minyan - Clothes to Kids
Tuesday, Mar. 25
6pm - Community Women’s Seder at Congregation Beth Shalom
Wednesday, Mar. 26
10:45am - Book Club 5pm - Hebrew School
Thursday, Mar. 27
7pm - 8pm - Choir Rehearsal
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OPEN COMMUNITY CREATES ENGAGING & DIVERSE JEWISH PATHWAYS
Located in St Petersburg on Floridas beautiful west coast, Temple Beth-El is a Reform Jewish congregation that has served this area since 1928 and is focused on strengthening relationships and making connections. We are a welcoming Reform community for Jewish and interfaith households to experience an uplifting and joyful sense of belonging as we seek to connect our members with each other and the greater community and world around us.
Torah Portion
Enjoy and have a Shabbat Shalom! Parashat Vayak’heil: Exodus 35:1−38:20
Saturday, March 22, 2025 / 22 Adar 5785
Moses teaches the rules of Shabbat. (35:1-3)
Moses asks the Israelites for a donation of gifts and those who are skilled help build the Mishkan [Tabernacle] under the direction of Bezalel and Oholiab. (35:4-38:20)
Relax! God put the wiggle in children. Don’t feel you have to suppress it in our sanctuary or chapel.
Sit towards the front where it is easier for your little ones to see and hear what is happening on the Bima. They tire of seeing the backs of other’s heads.
Quietly explain our rituals and sing or clap when appropriate. Children learn liturgical behavior by copying you.
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If you need to leave services with your child, do so, but please come back. Remember that the way we welcome children in synagogue directly affects the way they respond to coming to synagogue, to God, to one another. Let them know that they are welcome in this house of worship, here, at Temple Beth-El.
