Temple Beth El
5975 South 12th Street
Tacoma, WA 98465
December 26, 2024 / 25 Kislev 5785
Volume 23, No. 12
TORAH READING
Mikeitz
Genesis 41:39-52
Maftir
Numbers 7:24-29
Haftarah
I Kings 3:15-4:1
Candle Lighting
4:08 p.m.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
EREV SHABBAT SERVICE (multi-access) Friday, December 27, 6:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join us online or in person for an Erev Shabbat service. Come support Sarah and Stan Rumbaugh at the baby naming of their first granddaughter, Talia Laura Raskasky, that will take place during this service! Talia is the child of Matt and Miri Raskasky.
Note that there will not be an oneg this week. In its place is our Community Hanukkah Dinner & Menorah Lighting event, hosted by our very own Beth El Temple Youth! This dinner starts at 5:00 p.m. and is by reservation only; registration has closed at this time due to capacity limitations. We thank you for the overwhelming interest and look forward to sharing a meal together!
TORAH STUDY & SHABBAT SERVICE (multi-access) Saturday, December 28, 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Our Saturday worship experience begins with Torah study, which goes from 9:00–9:45 a.m. This will be followed by services beginning at 10:00 a.m. (online and in person). At the conclusion of the service, the community is invited to join us in the social hall for a potluck pescatarian kiddush luncheon!
COMMUNITY HANUKKAH DINNER & MENORAH LIGHTING Friday, December 27, 5:00 p.m. For those who registered, our Community Hanukkah Dinner and Menorah Lighting is coming up tomorrow evening. This event is hosted by our own Beth El Temple Youth. The menu includes latkes (provided by Sisterhood) and a topping bar. Donations made for this event go directly towards Beth El Temple Youth activities and programming. Registration is closed at this time due to capacity limitations. Let's dine together!
TIKKUN OLAM MEETING Sunday, January 12, 10:00 a.m.
Please join us in the social hall to discuss the next year and the issues you are interested in being a part of. We currently provide a food drive, back pack program food drive for a local school, and other invitations to work with organizations that support our immigrant population. Please show up to share your interests and how we can create a mailing list that includes an opt-in feature to receive emails with opportunities to participate in our community.
BUILDING COMMITTEE MEETING Sunday, January 12, 12:30 p.m.
The TBE Building Committee is gearing up to create a long term plan for capital improvements, and we need you! Join us if you're interested in architecture, interior design, facilities management, or just love Temple Beth El and want our building complex to last for future generations. We look forward to seeing you there. If you have questions or suggestions, contact Jani Doctor, Building Committee chair, at jani@tripsnships.com or text at (253) 223-4705.
DIM SUM AND MAH JONGG Sunday, January 12, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Sisterhood invites all temple members to a dim sum and mah jongg social! Featuring special drawings, and lots of door prizes, this promises to be a fun evening for all. There will be Asian-inspired fish and vegetarian dim sum, along with Chinese snacks, tea, and desserts. Beginners are welcome! No prior mah jongg experience required. Detailed plans for the night and registration can be found on our website by clicking here.
OPPORTUNITIES
ADULT EDUCATION
Registration for the Spring semester of adult education here at Temple Beth El is now open! This semester offers a dynamic space for personal growth, meaningful exploration, and deep connection to Jewish tradition. Whether you're looking to study Torah, explore Jewish history, engage in contemporary issues, or enhance your Hebrew skills, our classes are designed to inspire learners of all backgrounds and levels. To view the course catalog and sign up for your favorite classes, please visit the adult education page on our website.
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT AIDNW: DONATE MEN'S COATS
Advocates for Immigrants in Detention, AIDNW, is requesting donations of men’s winter coats (all sizes), men’s winter hats, gloves, and backpacks. Please make sure donated coats are well cared for, without missing buttons or zippers and not ripped. Bring your donations to Temple Beth El on January 10, 11, or 12 (Friday, Saturday or Sunday). Vivian Morrison will be gathering the donations on those dates and taking them to the AIDNW Safe House. A warm thank you goes out from Vivian.
SISTERHOOD MISHLOACH MANOT FUNDRAISER
Let's celebrate 18 years of Sisterhood's Mishloach Manot! In Jewish tradition, 18 symbolizes "chai"–a word meaning life–making this milestone a celebration of community, giving, and glee. Each year, Sisterhood spreads Purim joy with complimentary treat-filled boxes for every TBE member household, fulfilling the mitzvah of giving gifts of food. Join us in this mitzvah by selecting your giving level today! Donors will be recognized on the card included in each box. You can find more information by clicking here.
INFORMATION
JUDAICA SHOP HOURS
Our regular hours are as follows:
– Sundays: 9:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
– Wednesdays: 4:30–6:30 p.m.
– Fridays: 5:30–6:15 p.m. The shop will be closed on December 29.
We are still in need of volunteers to ensure the shop can always be open during regular hours. Please email Connie Person or Aubrey Sagalovich to volunteer or to schedule a shopping appointment outside of our regular hours. We look forward to seeing you soon at the shop! Email: judaica@tbetacoma.org.
CONTACT THE CLERGY
If you have a question or concern you would like to share with the clergy, please email Rabbi Gorban at rabbigorban@tbetacoma.org.
TACHLIS
Submitting an event or announcement to Shabbat Shalom
If you have an item you would like included in this weekly bulletin, please email it to frontdesk@tbetacoma.org by noon on Wednesday. Submissions must adhere to the guidelines, which may be found here.
For the URJ's transliteration guidelines, click here. Please note that submissions that do not follow these guidelines may not be accepted.
