What I Learned in Adult Ed at TBE
I wondered aloud if there was some way to uncover congregants’ interests. “Do it!” I was told, and as a result TBElle was formed.
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Honored to Write the First Word in a Brand New Torah in Spain
Rabbi Mario Stofenmacher hired a scribe and much to my surprise and delight, invited me to write the first word in the Torah, bereshit.
Engine 6 Housing Association
Engine 6 is an association advocating for housing diversity and affordability and for a fair process in the allocation of housing funds.
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TBE Men’s Trip to Israel
Led by Rabbi Sisenwine, 15 men from TBE journeyed to Israel to delve into the geopolitical and historical crosscurrents buffeting Israel.
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The Israel Ride: Sustainability, Peace Building, Israel
I had one amazing cycling journey in Israel 450 miles from the Golan Heights to Eilat to benefit two innovative organizations
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A Special Thanksgiving
We loved welcoming the Hayanis and Aljelous, the Syrian refugee families TBE supports, to their first Thanksgiving celebration in America.
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Massachusetts Chapter 40B Housing
Chapter 40B is a section of the Massachusetts legal code that aims to address the shortage of affordable housing.
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Eat Healthy for a Healthy Planet
Did you know you can easily fight climate change three times a day? Animal agriculture is a key contributor to climate change.
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Taking Action & Healing After Tragedy
Read Janet Goldenberg’s article on JewishBoston.com highlighting the work of TBEGVP!
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Syrian Refugee Resettlement Team Leaders Receive Sharp Rescuer Prize
TBE members Ed and Barbara Shapiro received the 3rd Annual Sharp Rescuer Prize for their commitment to humanitarian work.
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Finding Strength and Connection in Challenging TimesLast spring, I was honored to join the inaugural Circles of Connection—a new program for parents with school-aged children at Temple Beth Elohim. The goal was simple yet profound: to talk openly about being Jewish and, in the face of the unthinkable horrors of October 7th, how we communicate with our children, our friends, and our families.Read the full post