The conservative approach to Judaism

Steven Chizzik, President

Allow me to begin by wishing everyone and all whom you love a healthy and heartfelt Shana Tova. May the year 5783 bring to the world tranquility and peace.

The past year was a difficult one; however, as is our community’s nature, we supported each other. We were able to safely endure the challenges of COVID- 19 and, with several precautions, began services in real time. In the spring, we were able to reinstate our famous Kiddushim in our backyard garden and continued to do so as long as the weather permitted. We, fortunately, were able to welcome several new members to our Beth Tikvah family and prepared for the High Holidays.

Although Hurricane Ian came crashing into Florida, causing loss of life and indescribable devastation, Beth Tikvah was able to maintain a full schedule of High Holiday services for Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. Services were well attended, both in real time and online via Zoom, streaming and Facebook. We were pleased to welcome back Cantor Brody who, along with Rabbi Chorny, provided our congregation with a spiritual enriching experience. Our gratitude and appreciation go to both for their hard work. May they continue to go from strength to strength.

As season approaches, Beth Tikvah looks forward to renewing acquaintances with returning friends, fellow congregants and others who are looking for a conservative approach to Judaism. Beth Tikvah continues to offer new members their first year’s dues free of charge. If you or a friend wish to experience the warmth and community found at Beth Tikvah, please join us.

Beth Tikvah is the affiliated congregation in Greater Naples of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ). We are grateful to Jewish Federation of Greater Naples (JFGN) for its support of our Scholar in Residence, Naples Jewish Film Festival and All Things Jewish programs.

Beth Tikvah “Happenings”

This season, as in the past, there is an incredible list of in-person and Zoom events to be held by and at Beth Tikvah. Please refer to our website, www.bethtikvahnaples.org, to see what the month of November has to offer.

You may reach Rabbi Chorny directly at 239-537-5257.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

The following services are both in person and streaming.

Thursday and Sunday morning services begin at 9 a.m. Friday services begin at 6:15 p.m. Saturday services begin at 9:30 a.m.

We convene Yahrzeit minyanim upon request.