Temple Shir Tikva
Annual Report | 2023-2024
A Message from the Executive Director
We are pleased to be able to share with you the fifth annual Temple Shir Tikva Annual Report, which will highlight the wide variety of ways in which our temple continues to cement its place as the heart of Jewish living and practice in MetroWest. This past year was full of incredible spiritual, programmatic, and educational leadership, which was supported by a robust development and financial operation, enabling us to grow and expand our offerings to congregants and to the broader community. Rest assured that this Annual Report will only capture a few snapshots of the magic that takes place at TST of which we are so proud.
Due to the tremendous generosity of our congregation, last year, we once again surpassed our fundraising goal for the Annual Fund campaign. This incredible and sustained level of tzedakah demonstrates the strength and dedication of our community. Your support has been critical to provide the kind of innovation that keeps Shir Tikva on the leading edge of congregational engagement and in attracting and retaining what can only be described as world-class Leadership and Staff teams. Your generosity not only allows us to invest in our people and in our physical building, but allowed us to not increase dues for 2024-5- you can be assured that your donations are used strategically and carefully.
In the ever-changing landscape of the American Jewish community and our local community here in Greater Boston, Temple Shir Tikva’s role continues to be prominent. Our membership continues to climb and has now exceeded 600 member units, we have nearly 400 children in our combined pre-K through 12th grade programs, we regularly attract over 200 people for Friday night Byachad and Yeladim services, and our adult education, adult community engagement, and spirituality programs are always well-attended. TST is a major address for Jewish life not just in Metro West, but in all of Greater Boston, and continues to demonstrate innovation, creativity, and excellence on a daily basis.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
A Message from the Executive Director
On behalf of the staff, thank you for your ongoing support of our unique and special community, and for your commitment to Jewish life and learning here in MetroWest.
We hope that 2024-25 holds many wonderful things in store for all of you, and that we see you in our building at some point in the coming months.
Dan Brosgol Executive Director Fall 2024
And of course, a special thank you to the dedicated Temple Shir Tikva Development Committee:
Ginny MacDowell, Development Trustee
Jessica Adani
Carole Osterer Bellman
Scott Cohen
Shanna Gershman
Talia Hirsh
Jayne Lampert
Jackie Loren, TST President
Harry Merkin
Lynn Nathanson
To make a donation to the Annual Fund and support our noteworthy initiatives, please visit www.shirtikva.org/giving.
A Message from the Clergy
In reflecting on the year that has been, it is hard to know where to begin. It feels like this past year (and beyond) can be divided into two parts – pre and post October 7th. Everything changed on that terrible day, and much of the year has been defined by the way that our world changed and the response that the moment required. I am so proud of the way that our Shir Tikva community has answered the call of this moment and risen to the occasion. While we have been at the forefront of responding to antisemitism and the challenges we’ve faced; we have also ensured that TST remains a warm and welcoming community where people can experience a joyful Judaism and feel pride in our shared Jewish identity. In the midst of so many challenges in the world as a whole, and in the Jewish world in particular, we remain a center of tikva – hope for a better and brighter future.
In the aftermath of October 7th, we were called to action on three fronts. Initially, and through today, there was a need to offer our community a place of comfort and support. As events unfolded on that terrible day, we quickly realized that our people would need a place to come together in solidarity and support. The next day we gathered in our Sanctuary and held each other close – we prayed together, cried together, and resolved to respond together. We have been supporting the community since that day by providing a place for individuals and groups to come and share the challenges of this moment. On several Wednesday evenings, we simply held space for our teens to talk, to process, and to reflect on events around them; they have described TST as their “happy place” or “the place I can fully be myself.” We have always aspired to be people’s home away from home, but this year that need was even more important.
While we supported our community here in MetroWest, we also looked for ways to support our siblings in Israel. We have tried to ensure that our partners in Israel, have felt an embrace stretching from Boston Post Road to hold the entire country and her people. We have done this by reaching out to our partners, by supporting fundraising initiatives, and by welcoming Israelis into our community, so that we could hear firsthand about their experiences. We have heard loudly the call that kol Yisrael arevim zeh bazeh – that all Israel is responsible one for another, and we have answered positively.
A Message from the Clergy
And then, on the third front there was a need to respond to the antisemitism that was unleashed in the aftermath of October 7th. We have been at the forefront of holding our local schools and towns to account when witnessing acts of antisemitism It is unfortunate to note that I now have cellphones for most of the School Superintendents and Principals of our local schools – but it is so important that our students and their families know that we are there to support them and challenge the antisemitism that they experience. This work has included many meetings and conversations with local administrators, advise on action they can take and action they must take, and it has included sessions that we have run with interfaith partners in local schools And when a swastika was drawn on the road in Wayland, Cantor Hollis and I were on the scene together with Chief of Police Ed Burman within the hour. We offered a Jewish voice, and then we rallied as a community with a Wayland gathering against antisemitism, which included local politicians, Jewish and interfaith partners, and a large group from the Islamic Center of Boston, including their Imam. We have been at the forefront of ensuring that antisemitism has no place in MetroWest; it wasn’t a role we anticipated playing this past year, but it is one that we have prioritized.
While this year has been dominated by the events of October 7th, it is so important to not lose sight of the fact that against this backdrop we have continued to grow and thrive, we have continued to provide a center of joyful and meaningful Judaism, and we have continued to ensure that we truly are the heart of Jewish living and practice in MetroWest I could fill the entire Annual Report telling you about the successes and the sources of pride from this past year – our growing Adult Education Program, a fabulous Mitzvah Day, the return of Reyim, the amazing work that our Adult Community Engagement (ACE) group have done, a wonderful tour in Europe, the engaging worship services, our new partnership with the Vilna Shul, the phenomenal music from our Choir, and so much more. But for now, I want to focus on just a few specific areas that I am particularly proud of
We began the year by welcoming Rabbi Lisa and over 50 families from Congregation B’nai Torah. This was not exactly the merger that many of us had imagined, but it has been a wonderful success story and a fantastic example of community-building. I am so proud of the way that Temple Shir Tikva opened our doors and our arms to welcome these new members into our community
A Message from the Clergy
From where I sit the transition has been seamless, and it has been so wonderful to get to know these former CBT members and to see so many of them becoming active participants in services and programing, taking leadership roles in various committees, and as madrichim in the school. And I of course want to note the wonderful addition of Rabbi Lisa to our clergy team, who has elevated our educational offerings and impacted so many areas of synagogue life. It might not have been the “merger,” but dayenu – it has been so much more than we could have imagined, a true blessing for our shared community.
In our TST vision we talk about being “the heart of Jewish living and practice in MetroWest,” we are seeing the fulfillment of this value as so many new families, of all ages and stages of life, make their way to Temple Shir Tikva as their Jewish home. On the first Friday of each month the Yeladim experience has grown throughout this past year. The 5pm service, which is tailored to the youngest members of our community (and future members) regularly sees the Sanctuary filled with over 100 people singing, dancing, and embracing their Judaism
Children, parents, and grandparents have made this service and dinner a fixture on their monthly calendar, and we are so grateful to Jonathan “JZ” Zarkower, who has elevated this service with his voice and music. These families know that with our fantastic Early Learning Center and our wonderful Hineini Religious School that they can lay down their roots at TST and we will be there to support them as they grow The building is alive with the sound of children finding their Jewish home and community within our walls. And while there are stories out there about synagogue-decline, our experience is one of growth – our problem is that we are running out of space, especially on Sunday mornings.
And this year our staff team has continued to grow. I count myself truly blessed to come to work each day with people who inspire me with their work and dedication, people who are truly the best in their fields, and people that I really enjoy spending time with. Cantor Hollis has been the glue that has held TST together, and I am so pleased that in this past year she was able to begin taking time for her sabbatical, so that we could continue to invest in her growth and development. Our Education team with Alison, Stephanie, Jenna, Marissa, and Emma, alongside phenomenal teachers have ensured that our schools and the program that our children experience is truly the best it has ever been They keep raising the bar higher and they keep leaping over it.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
A Message from the Clergy
The addition of Dan Brosgol as our Executive Director has been a wonderful for our leadership team, he has brought a wealth of experience, and we have felt the benefit of his presence in a wider variety of ways over this past year The administrative team with Karen and Christina continues to elevate the membership experience and work to ensure that our members feel welcomed, valued, and appreciated. There are also virtually no events that take place in the building without John and Julio, their tireless devotion to our building and programing is remarkable. As I already referenced, Rabbi Lisa has been a great addition to our team, and we are grateful to Rabbi Heather and Leah for the work they did over this past year (I know that I am supposed to focus on 2023-24, but I am so thrilled with the additions of Logan, Marissa, Talia, and Student Rabbi Sara to our team –they are fantastic).
I want to thank Jackie Loren and our Board for their support, dedication, and commitment to our Temple community – they are a true blessing, and we are so lucky to have them. Finally, I want to say thank you to all of you for making your home here at Temple Shir Tikva; we would not be the vibrant, engaging, joyful, caring, inspirational community we are without each and every one of you. As we look back and celebrate the year that has been, I am also looking forward and imagining the possibilities of what we will be able to do together in the forthcoming year.
Thank you,
Rabbi Danny
A Message from the President
Dear Temple Shir Tikva Family,
As I reflect on the past year, I am filled with pride and gratitude for the incredible growth and accomplishments we have achieved together. Our community has continued to thrive, and the strength of our bonds has carried us through a year of beautiful highs and devastating lows. We have been deeply pained by the violence and hatred that followed and by the disturbing rise of antisemitism that continues to challenge our sense of safety and belonging. Yet, despite this darkness, we have witnessed an extraordinary display of strength and resilience within our community. The past year has reminded us how vital it is to come together, to hold each other close, and to stand united in the face of adversity. In the face of such challenges, we came together with even greater strength and determination. The accomplishments of the past year our capital improvements, growth in membership, and increased engagement are a testament to our unwavering commitment to building a thriving, supportive, and enduring congregation. This past year has shown that even in the darkest of times, we can create light and hope through unity, compassion, and collective action.
One of the most significant milestones has been the completion of some much-needed capital improvements to our beloved Temple. Thanks to your generosity and support, we were able to enhance our facilities, creating a more welcoming, functional, and beautiful space for worship, learning, and gathering. These improvements not only address our current needs but also reflect our deep commitment to building a sustainable and vibrant future for generations to come.
In addition to these physical improvements, we have seen remarkable growth across our congregation. Our Early Learning Center and Hineni, our Religious School, continue to flourish, providing our youngest members with rich, engaging opportunities to connect with their Jewish identity and with one another. We have also welcomed new members into our community, expanding the reach of our Temple’s spiritual, educational, and social programming. The growth in attendance at services and participation in engagement opportunities speaks to the vitality of our community, as more and more people find meaning and connection here at Temple Shir Tikva.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
A Message from the President
Our journey forward remains grounded in the spirit of community, growth, and possibility. As we look to the future, we are committed to imagining the possibilities of what more we can achieve together With the renewal of our Rabbi's contract for another five years, we are excited to continue building on the strong foundation we have laid, guided by inspired leadership, and driven by our shared vision for what Temple Shir Tikva can be.
The future is bright for our Temple, but it is only made possible by the dedication and involvement of each of you. Whether through your financial support, your time, or your presence, you have helped shape the Temple we are today and the Temple we are becoming. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and for being part of this remarkable journey.
May the coming year bring us all continued growth, connection, and blessings. Together, we can imagine the possibilities and create a future full of hope and promise for our community
With deep appreciation and warm regards,
Jackie Loren President, Temple Shir Tikva
Koach Leadership Circle
The Temple Shir Tikva Koach Leadership Circle recognizes the tremendous genorosity of our members who contribute $5,000 or more to the Temple on an annual basis.
Koach means strength in Hebrew, and we appreciate our members whose strength in giving helps support the temple every year.
Their kindness and commitment help make our goals acheivable.
We gratefully acknowledge the members of the Koach Leadership Circle for 2023-2024:
Chester & Diane Black
Allan & Rebecca Chasen
Susan & Scott Cohen
William & Ami Danoff
Stuart Falber
Jeffrey & Loren Feingold
Michael & Leslie Gaffin
Jay & Barbara Gainsboro
Lawrence & Beth Greenberg
Joanna and Jonathon Jacobson
Steven & Judith Kaye
Jeffrey & Shawna Levine
Adam & Jacquelyn Loren
Roy Lurie & Mary Beth Rettger
Roy & Virginia MacDowell
Bruce & Joyce z"l Pastor
Michael and Wendy Price
Richard & Debra Romanow
James & Rosalie Shane
Caryl and Gary Shaw
Douglas & Andi Shaw
Michael & Wendy Simches
Stephen & Trudy Sonis
Scott & Laurene Sperling
Loyalty Circle
The Temple Shir Tikva Loyalty Circle honors the commitment and genrosity of our members who, year after year, have consistently contributed $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund. These members have supported the Temple with their gifts for the past three, five, ten or more consecuitve fiscal years. We recognize them through three levels:
Chaverim (Friends) Level- Three consecutive years
Chalutzim (Pioneers) Level- Five consecutive years
Shutafim (Partners) Level- Ten or more consecutive years
To become a member of the Loyalty Circle, make a gift of $1,000 or more to the TST Annual Fund three or more years in a row. To maintain your Loyalty Circle membership, continue to give $1,000 or more each year to the Annual Fund. Consecutive years of giving are counted by fiscal year, which runs from July 1- June 30
We gratefully acknowledge the members of the Loyalty Circle for 2023-2024
Chavarim (Friends) Level
Three Consecutive Years of Gifts of $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund
Herman & Paula Blumberg
Allan & Rebecca Chasen
Michael & Leslie Gaffin
Neil Golden
Evelyn & John z"l Neumeyer
David & Nancy Poorvu
Marilyn Porter & Gerald Friedler
Michael &Wendy Price
Paul & Annette Roberts
Jonathan & Rachel Sieber
Marvin & Joan Siflinger
Mark & Elizabeth Volk
Chalutzim (Pioneers) Level
Loyalty Circle
Five Consecutive Years of Gifts of $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund
Robert & Carole Bellman
Philip Benjamin & Mindy Milberg
Danny Burkeman & Micol Zimmerman
Maurice & Dena Hamilburg
Herbert & Karen Kavet
Mark & Joan Lappin
Adam & Jacquelyn Loren
Roy & Virginia MacDowell
Matthew & Sandra Meyerson
Nan Morgart
Shutafim (Partners) Level
Bruce & Joyce z"l Pastor
Alan & Cathy Regensburger
Richard & Debra Romanow
Jessica Rubinstein
Daniel Schneider & Julie Kniznik
James & Rosalie Shane
Ira & Linda Shoolman
Rebecca Sommers & Zachary Sadek
Candace & Lee Steingisser
Ten or more Consecutive Years of Gifts of $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund
Cary & Susan Benjamin
Chester & Diane Black
Susan & Scott Cohen
William & Ami Danoff
Stuart Falber
Jeffrey & Loren Feingold
Jay & Barbara Gainsboro
Lawrence & Beth Greenberg
Jonathon & Joanna Jacobson
Steven & Judith Kaye
Robert Koster
Roy & Rettger Lurie
Jeff Maimon
Barry & Karen Miller
Edward & Huntley Perlman
Edward & Janet Polansky
Marcia Rosenberg
Douglas & Andi Shaw
Caryl & Gary Shaw
Michael & Wendy Simches
Robert & Myra Snyder
Stephen & Trudy Sonis
Scott & Laurene Sperling
Joan Warshaw
L’Dor v’Dor Legacy Society
Tzedakah is the meaningful Jewish tradition of contributing from individual resources toward the good of the whole community. At Temple Shir Tikva, we treasure each and every gift that serves to strengthen our sacred Jewish community.
The L’Dor v’Dor (from Generation to Generation) Legacy Society recognizes and honors those members who make commitments to Shir Tikva through their estate plans, helping to ensure that Shir Tikva flourishes. We hope that you will consider joining us by including Temple Shir Tikva in your legacy plans.
We gratefully acknowledge these members of the L’Dor v’Dor Legacy Society:
Diane and Chester Black
Nancy Corliss and Jordan Busch
Rebecca and Alan Chasen
Susan and Scott Cohen
Marcus and Jane Cohn
Ami and William Danoff
Jay and Barbara Gainsboro
Nancy and Peter z”l Gossels
Jeffery S. Maimon and family
Joyce z”l and Bruce Pastor
inform the Temple of your estate plans, please contact Dan
Annual Report | 2023-2024
TST Member Update
This past year we welcomed more than 50 members to our community. As of now, we have 623 families and counting. We would also like to acknowledge our 51 families that have joined us from the former Congregation B’Nai Torah and bring so much warmth and spirit to TST.
We also have another 45 ELC families and 34 families who have an active Community Supported Membership, that allows new families to experience all that TST has to offer for one year before paying dues. Their dues have been funded by donations from generous members of our congregation.
As we continue to grow in size, we are proud to grow our program offerings and experiences. TST remains the inclusive, warm and vibrant community that it is thanks to each and every one of our congregants.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Education: Early Learning Center
As I reflect on the past school year, the ELC has been a haven of joy for the children and their families to come together to learn and build community. The joy I get from spending my days with these children and educators is something I do not take for granted. (I wish everyone had the chance to see the ELC in action, as it is truly a magical place).
Our Exceptional Curriculum
In March of 2024, our Gazelle Class (pre-k) students held the World Premiere of three music videos that the children wrote, designed, and starred in. They created the visual concepts on a story board, sewed their own costumes, and used literacy skills to write their own songs. Families and community members were invited to this event, which was the culminating project in this months-long music inquiry. Approximately 35 people were involved.
The Eagle class (4-year-olds) transformed their classroom into the setting for Peter Pan. The magical world incorporated the children’s interests in storytelling, fairies and pirates cohesively, allowing them to stretch their imaginations and come to school in “Neverland” each day!
The Panda classroom (3 year olds) delved deeply into the world of mythical creatures. From dragons to fairies to mermaids, the children learned about what makes these creatures unique and special. They also learned about the significance of these creatures in various world cultures. For instance, the Pandas learned stories of dragons as told in Chinese, Scandinavian and Mediterranean literature. Finally, the Pandas used their knowledge of mythical creatures to invent their own!
Education: Early Learning Center
Our Exceptional Curriculum (continued)
Our Caterpillar and Giraffe Classes (toddlers) embarked upon an author study of Eric Carle, learning about texture, color and various painting techniques. They also spent several weeks in a STEM inquiry, learning about cause and effect and the seasons by using their five senses to explore the world around them.
All of our classrooms and our philosophy reflect our belief that, as it says in Proverbs 22:6, “Educate a child according to their path”. This quote is a reminder that children can be active participants in their learning and that at the ELC, our children take charge of their learning every day.
Camp Chickami
We are so grateful for our continued partnership with Camp Chickami. Rain or shine, you will find our ELC students at Camp Chickami each day! We consider the grounds of Camp Chickami to be our “6th classroom,” a place in which the children can take risks, run, jump and explore! Much of our curriculum is borne of our time in the woods, whether learning about mushrooms or collecting sticks and logs to turn into “dinosaur bones.”
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Education: Early Learning Center
Professional Development
The ELC has participated in several professional development and certification programs this year. Our school was part of ElevatED, a pilot program in partnership with CJP, which works to elevate teachers in the Jewish Early Childhood field through professional development trainings and a mentoring program. The Early Learning Center had two emerging educators and two mentor teachers participate. As part of this program, our teachers and director attended weekly and monthly trainings, respectively, and worked collaboratively.
One of our educators completed the Level Up program, which was run in conjunction with our licensing body, the EEC (office of Early Education and Care). This program offered the relevant coursework to allow her to become a fully licensed educator on our staff. Other Jewish preschools in the area visited the ELC to observe the ways in which we run our classrooms and learn from our educators. In November, one of our teachers designed and ran a professional development workshop for the Wayland Public School elementary school teachers.
Thank you
For many members at TST, the Early Learning Center is their first point of connection to our sacred community. As we prepare to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our program, we also celebrate the incredible impact that the ELC has had on TST as a whole and the benefit we derive from being a part of such a thriving and enriching community. We look forward to the next decade, and beyond, as we continue to enrich the lives of our youngest members and their families.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Education: K-12
The 2023-24 year was an incredible one for learning and engagement at Temple Shir Tikva with 232 students in Hineini (grades PreK-6) and 111 TSTeens (grades 7-12) engaged and participating (including 35 new families adding over 40 new students).
We believe that relationships are essential to learning, so we are intentional about community building by starting each learning session with our social-emotional supportive practice of Bonim Banim (which translates as Building the Children). We had more than 70 teachers and madrichim guiding our students in their in-person and online learning spaces. Throughout the year, they reflected on their teaching and met one-on-one with our education team and in groups for professional learning, constantly honing their craft and classroom skills.
We continue to be proud of our unique, co-created middot curriculum. Each month, learners engaged with a different middah (or measure of a character trait) like knowledge/da’at, compassion/rachamim, courage/ometz lev, joy/simcha, repari/tikkun, responsibility/achrayut, collaboration/shiluv, and completion/siyyum. We used these ancient Jewish concepts as lenses for learning our Torah stories, Jewish holidays, and considering issues in our modern lives. Our flexible, small group Hebrew decoding classes online have been successful and supportive in both the students’ learning and in families’ busy schedules.
We have been fortunate to be able welcome special guests to Hineini and AISH to enrich our engagement. Dr. Betsy Stone was our Scholar-in-Residence in February. Betsy is a psychologist, teacher, author, and facilitator and she engaged multiple groups (teachers, parents, local clergy, local education professionals, and our TST staff) in learning opportunities around resilience, trauma-informed growth, protecting our mental health, parenting high school & college-aged children in difficult times, and separating from stress.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Education: K-12
We also learned with four authors:
Cantor Rachel Stock Spilker shared her book, Yonah and the Mikveh Fish with our youngest students. As part of the egalitarian/pluralistic mikveh movement, this story introduces the concept of mikveh to children and their families in a relatable way.
Dori Weinstein met with our middle and upper elementary school aged students to talk about her journey as an author of Jewish stories (The YaYa and YoYo series). She is working to fill a gap she and her children saw in recognizing themselves and their Judaism in main characters in children’s novels.
World Series Champion, Olympian, and Team Israel Captain Ryan Lavarnway shared his story (Baseball and Belonging) of how he found his connection to Judaism and Jewish Community and clarified his Jewish identity through baseball. And Howard Wolke shared his fascinating story,Cryptid Academy—a novel about a school for mythical creatures-- with our AISH (grades 7-12 learning) class which has been immersed in the story of the Golem. It was particularly poignant to talk with our teens about the Golem’s power to detect truth and lies.
Other highlights were parent programs and special Shabbatot where we welcomed students into their Jewish learning journeys (Consecration), presented our 4th graders with their own copy of our prayerbook (Simchat HaSiddur, Joy of the Prayerbook), the 6th grade Shabbaton (overnight immersive learning and community experience) at URJ Eisner Camp.
Our TSTeens (grades 7-12) have 4 different entry points: AISH (our weekly 7-12 grade learning and community program; Madrichim classroom leadership program; Team Teen Tikkun monthly social action group, and STIFTY, our temple Youth Group). There are teen travel programs to NYC and Washington, D.C. as well as overnights at the temple and in the NFTY Northeast, region.
Thanks to a grant from The Jewish Education Project/Legacy Heritage, we created a Better Together intergenerational Food and Memory program in which AISH teens and congregants learned and cooked together and culminated their time with a field trip dinner to Mamaleh’s.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Education: K-12
We also had over 60 children engage in our Youth Engagement (Grades 3-6) programming in a variety of activities such as Apple picking, Board Game Event, Trampoline Park Havdalah, and Winter Fun Fest.
In light of all that is happening in the world and locally—right here in Metrowest, it feels more important than ever to create space for our children, teens, and their families. The warmth and excitement in the building on Sunday mornings and Wednesday afternoon and evenings is palpable. Each and every time TST’s children and teens are with us, we work to know them, see them, hear them, support them, and love them. We create experiences to share the magic and beauty of Judaism-its stories, texts, rituals, practices, music, questions, Hebrew language. We help them try to understand themselves and others. In lots of ways, this may not look like or feel like your traditional notion of 'Hebrew School,' and we believe this is what we need in this moment.
Adult Programs Annual Report | 2023-2024
Adult Community Engagement (ACE): A Year of Connection, Fun and Learning
In 2023-2024 Adult Community Engagement (ACE), which serves the largest and most diverse community within TST, organized dozens of in-person events and activities that attracted hundreds of TST adults. Here are some highlights from the year:
Jewish Boston Walking Tour This sold-out event was a highlight from 2024. The Jewish Boston Walking Tour was led by and experienced tour guide from Boston CityWalks, Alan Maltzman. The group spent a lovely afternoon learning about some of the more important sites in downtown Boston related to the history of the Jews and other ethnic groups.
Jewish Heritage Night at Fenway Park Members of TST went into Boston to cheer on the Red Sox on Jewish Heritage Night at Fenway Park. The group took in a ball game while connecting with their Jewish roots at America’s Most Beloved Ballpark
Private Guided Tour at the Rose Art Museum ACE hosted a private guided tour of the Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University for 18 people that included art by Jewish and nonJewish artists and the history of the museum. There was an optional lunch after the tour at Not Your Average Joe’s.
Jewelry Making at Cheryl Cohen Mosaics Art Center—Led by Cheryl Cohen, members of the community gathered in Holliston at her studio to create beautiful pieces of mosaic art. Those who attended enjoyed being creative and learning about the mosaic art process.
Ryan Lavarnway and Jason Mayo Talk Is baseball Jewish? Ten-year Jewish Major Baseball Leaguer Ryan Lavarnway and long-time MLB writer and analyst Jonathan Mayo showed it surely can be. Lavarnway and Mayo came together for an afternoon conversation with each other to talk about Jewish identity and America’s national pastime. Making full use of his time at TST that weekend, Ryan also read to the TST Hineni students from his book, "Baseball and Belonging,” which explains his journey toward finding belonging in Judaism after joining Team Israel. In addition, Ryan ran a baseball clinic for 10–14-year-olds in partnership with Next Pitch, Inc
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Adult Programs
Israel Swings for Gold Movie In 2021, Israel's baseball team players, including Ryan Lavarnway (see above), competed in the Olympics for the first time. With no media allowed in Tokyo's Olympic Village, the players recorded their own experiences as Olympic athletes and unexpected battles against anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism.
Film and Critics Potluck Dinner At this event, we engaged in animated discussions about our favorite books, movies, and TV series with one another, with plenty of opportunity to enjoy appetizers, dinner, and other conversation.
Reyim Speaker Dinners—This past year the Reyim group, a division of ACE, began programming speakers on Friday nights. Reyim is open to any member interested in its programming and is primarily geared to “empty nesters,” who share a similar interest in intellectual pursuits and mutually enjoyable activities with community and friendship as its main goal. The speakers included Rabbi Lisa and Howard Wolke.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Adult Programs
Recurring events:
Welcome Back Brunches—In the fall at the start of religious school and early January, ACE welcomes the community back from their summer and winter vacations with communitywide bagel brunches.
Scenic and Social Hikes TST members love the outdoors! We hike along rail trails, around ponds, through conservation lands and even up the White Mountains in New Hampshire. It does not even feel like exercise because we enjoy the social time and scenic views along the way.
Women’s Night Out Throughout the year, TST women gather at local restaurants to meet one another and socialize in small group settings. This year, we held a breakfast out for those who wanted something a little earlier.
Men’s Coffee and Men’s Night Out—Each month, a group of early risers drop in at the Bagel Table in Wayland for coffee and breakfast. For men who prefer a later gathering, ACE hosts Men’s Night Out at local restaurants, including an occasional trivia night. Drop-in Mah Jongg TST members met on Thursday afternoons twice a month to play Mah Jongg.
Summer Shabbat BBQs--ACE sponsors two summer Shabbat BBQs, cooking over 200 hamburgers and coordinating potluck donations of beverages, side dishes, and desserts.
Keep an eye out for ACE activities in the weekly TST newsletter and by joining the private ACE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/tstace. If you have some ideas for ACE events, whether it be a speaker, social event, or something else, reach out to us at ace@shirtikva.org.
Adult Programs Annual Report | 2023-2024
Adult Education Committee
Over the past year, the Adult Education Committee has strived to deliver engaging content and conversation around areas of Jewish learning with a wide range of perspectives on being Jewish in America alongside Israeli society, politics and culture.
Early in 2024, the committee reengaged with Peter Krause, Ph.D. from MIT and professor of Political Science at Boston College. Dr. Krause led a well-attended Zoom series where his even-handed and incredibly well-informed perspective on Middle East conflict offered the TST community another opportunity to ground its understanding of a post-October 7th Israel in facts and historical context.
The TST Book and Film Group has continued to be a core offering and has featured rich discussions on books such as Snow in August by Pete Hamill, The Confidante by Christopher Gorham and The Dissident by Paul Goldberg. Perhaps most notably, Rabbi Emeritus Herman Blumberg led a fantastic two-evening discussion series on John Steinbeck’s East of Eden and its interestingly Jewish lens on the world.
Another key offering of the past year was a lecture series presented by Dr. Steven Windmueller, Emeritus Professor of Jewish Communal Studies at HUC-JIR in Los Angeles. TST partnered with Temple Isaiah and Temple Beth David for three sessions in which Dr. Windmueller spoke on topics such as the Gaza conflict, the rise of antisemitism, and trends in Jewish political sentiment.
The Adult Education Committee also coordinated an in-person evening with Jessica Stein, TST congregant and author of the memoir Breath Taking. Moderated by Cantor Shachner, the conversation left attendees feeling inspired and saying it was one of the most impactful programs they had ever attended.
The TST clergy has also continued to be responsive to committee input and offered fabulous Wednesday morning classes including Haftarah study and Rabbi Eiduson’s threepart series on the profound teachings of Elie Wiesel.
Our committee is small but has grown over the past year with great additions from CBT including Rabbi Eiduson who is an immensely valuable asset as our committee’s clergy liaison.Anyone interested in joining the committee or offering suggestions, should reach out co-chairs Marilyn Newman or Steven Noyes or any other committee member.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
The Center for Jewish Spirituality
The TST Center for Jewish Spirituality (TSTCJS), established almost ten years ago, offers congregants a variety of opportunities to enrich their Jewish journey. These experiences include meditation, mindful movement, Mussar and other contemplative and embodied practices. The Center has also brought a number of Scholars in Residence to our community to deepen our understanding. Many congregants seeking a richer, more mindful life experience, an understanding of mysticism, or a practical approach to applying the wisdom of our traditions to help them grow and become the best version of themselves have all benefited from the programs we offer.
Judaism, often misperceived as disconnected from meditation, harbors a profound meditative tradition. At TST, we’ve been embracing this heritage with a 30-minute meditation session every Friday evening, serving as a serene prelude to our Shabbat services. Available online, this meditation period offers a tranquil transition from the hectic workweek into the peacefulness of Shabbat.
Our community members cherish these moments of respite. As one participant shares, “The Friday evening meditation at TST is my weekly sanctuary, separating the workweek’s bustle from the Shabbat’s tranquility.” Another adds, “This session not only allows for a delightful reconnection with friends but also deepens my Shabbat service experience, fostering a more mindful presence.” We are fortunate to have Michelle Goldhaber, MDiv, MSW, as our lead meditation facilitator. A fourthyear rabbinical student at Hebrew College, Michelle’s rich background spans facilitating international dialogues, leading wilderness treks, conducting spiritual retreats, and more. Her sessions blend soothing guided meditation with insightful interpretations of the weekly Torah portion.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
The Center for Jewish Spirituality
Mindful Movement at Shir Tikva offers a unique path to wholeness, or shleimut, through an embodied spiritual practice. This program, now in its fourth year, fosters a deep connection within our beautiful kehillah, or community. Each session focuses on a specific middah, a quality of character from Jewish tradition, and is designed to cultivate these attributes through physical expression. Holly Glick, a Certified Yoga Instructor, Mindfulness Teacher, Licensed Psychotherapist, and a devoted member of our congregation, leads these sessions.
Our weekly sessions involve a gentle sequence of yoga-inspired postures, each infused with ruach (breath or spirit), encouraging mindfulness (zehirut) and a heightened awareness of the body and soul (nefesh). This practice not only strengthens and lengthens the body but also enhances attention and selfawareness. Participants are encouraged to approach these exercises with nonjudgmental curiosity (hitlamdut) and loving-kindness (chesed).
One participant shared “Mindful Movement on Mondays is the perfect way to start my week! The combination of careful stretching, gentle yoga, and thoughtful movement is just right. Linking each session to a Mussar Middah (soul trait) is a helpful reminder of the traits I want to work on. I urge others to join us!!”
Mussar, a centuries-old Jewish discipline, remains profoundly relevant today, blending spiritual wellness with practical action. Mussar has been described as “making the heart feel what the head knows”, and indeed many past participants have described the program as literally life changing. The goal of Mussar practice is spiritual and personal growth, leading to a greater awareness of the divine and ultimately, to tikkun olam.
Mussar begins with mindful awareness (zehirut). It involves introspection and nonjudgmental observation of one’s actions and traits. Mussar practices guide individuals in examining and balancing their character traits (middot), fostering growth and change. The process emphasizes understanding oneself in relation to others and the world, promoting a greater sense of interconnectedness. Past participants have experienced personal transformation, resulting in improved relations with others and a greater sense of equanimity.
The Center for Jewish Spirituality
Our Mussar program’s success is greatly attributed to our skilled facilitators - Caryl Shaw, Jay Gainsboro, Cantor Hollis, Jeff Maimon, and Nancy Weiss, LSW and instructor with The Mussar Institute. Each one has undergone a rigorous 9-month training program and collectively, they bring over 55 years of Mussar practice and teaching experience. Their dedication and expertise make our program one of the most successful programs in the nation.
Many congregants have shared with us about their transformative Mussar journeys; one says: “Mussar has been a guide to patience and gratitude, opening new perspectives. It provided strength during challenging times, including health crises.” Another reported his mussar practice as “the most impactful experience of any program at TST”.
Many congregants have shared about their transformative Mussar journeys; one says: “Mussar has been a guide to patience and gratitude, opening new perspectives It provided strength during challenging times, including health crises.” Another reported his mussar practice as “the most impactful experience of any program at TST”.
Recognized by The Mussar Institute, our program has engaged over 480 individuals, including students in our education program who study (as a family) the “middah of the month” The group (va’ad) and study partner (chevruta) style learning are fostering new and deeper friendships and community integration. We offer a tailored curriculum, from foundational learning to advanced courses such as ‘Engaging Your Better Self in Difficult Conversations’, ‘Keeping Your Commitments’, and ‘Elevating Your High Holidays with Mussar’.
If you’ve not yet taken advantage of one of the many programs offered by the TSTCJS we hope to see you in the coming year!
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Social Justice and Community Connections
Since January Shir Tikva has been actively engaged in repairing the world through its Social Justice programs. These programs allow members to interact in a variety of manners that range from the simple to the complex
In reviewing these programs we begin with the literal repair of the world through the Environmental Action Committee which continues to be one of the most active groups.They have again sponsored a Tu B’sh Vat speaker program, enhanced the composting program, and have continued to guide us through our solar panel program. Many may have noticed that the solar installation was delayed This was due to the recognition of the committee that a more favorable rate could be achieved. We are excited to report that the project is once again moving forward.
In March, TST welcomed back Mitzvah Day with huge success. Mitzvah Day provided the opportunity for all TST members, young and old, to come together and provide meaningful acts of Tikkun Olam This year, we partnered with Meals of Hope to pack and donate over 30,000 meals to the Merrimack Valley Food Bank. It was truly wonderful to see the hundreds of TST members in the social hall working together.
TST continued its partnership with Family Promise by providing meals and other essential support as well as raising money and participating in their annual Walk to End Homelessness
Thanks to the initiative of former CBT members we have revitalized our relationship with JF&CS Family Table which provides the opport and salmon on a regular basis.
Annual Report | 2023-2024
Social Justice and Community Connections
The spring ended with a powerful evening featuring Rabbi Masbacher speaking about gun violence prevention at the annual David Passer Social Justice Lecture. This fall we hope to take Rabbi Masbacher’s inspiration by partnering with local police in advocating for gun safety technologies.
As summer began, TST hosted another life saving blood drive. We have been told by the Red Cross that our social hall is a fantastic space to use and we hope to continue this partnership.
Temple Shir Tikva is a special place in which all members can participate in Social Justice in a variety of ways. We look forward to the coming year’s programming.
Finances
FY23-24 Revenue
$3,253,714
FY23-24 Expenditures & Transfers
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2023-2024 Annual Fund | Giving Report
By donating to the Annual Fund, you are helping to sustain every aspect of temple life, and helping to make sure that our doors are open to all who choose to participate. We deeply appreciate all gifts to our Annual Fund to help us foster an inclusive and financially secure community
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William & Ami Danoff
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Sustaining the World - Lamed Vavnik
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Roy Lurie & Mary Beth Rettger
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Burkeman
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Rozsa
Audrey Pepper
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Marcia Rosenberg
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Ray
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Sheller Zarkower
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Lynn Lederer
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Dianne Zeskind
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Commandment - Mitzvah
($5-$179)
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Jacobs
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Karen Zeff Rosen &
Franklin Rosen
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Blumberg Camp Fund
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Deborah Estabrook
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David Passer Fund
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Kesher Fund
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Music Fund
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Preschool Fund
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The ongoing support of our various restricted funds allows the Clergy, leadership, staff and committees to enhance our community programming and ongoing initiatives. We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation for your generosity.
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Jenny Kaplan
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John Legg
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Burton & Janet Winnick
Sheldon & Jane Golder
Nancy Levy
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Social Action Fund
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Michael & Rochelle Nemrow
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Spirituality Fund
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Study in Israel Scholarship Fund
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Youth Fund
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