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Shabbat Spotlight the
The time is NOW to complete your Temple Beth-El Membership Donation Form and commit to your Jewish community! DEADLINE is July 31. Parashat Pinchas Numbers 25:10-30:1
Rebecca Barancik & Joyce Liu
July 26, 2024
Rabbi Michel E. Harvey
Rabbi at the Hebrew Congregation of St Thomas in St Thomas Virgin Islands Taken from ReformJudaism.org
There is, indeed, great comfort in Nachmanides interpretation of Moses commissioning of Joshua Certainly, as Rabbi Skloot explains, when we " see with our own eyes, that our leaders respect the basic institutions of government," tomorrow doesn t seem so scary. But in times ike ours, times Rabbi Skloot acknowledges are, at the very least, "cynical," there may in fact be greater comfort found in Rashi s interpretation of Parashat Pinchas. Yes, pomp and celebration does have its place in life, and in politics. But in turbulent times like these, what we need is an honest assessment of where the wor d and its people truly stand As Jews, we are charged with the daunting task of tikkun olam, the repair of the world This is a familiar and core concept in Reform Judaism, but we must remember that before we can improve our world, we must acknowledge that it needs improving While there is litt e comfort in this we can draw significant comfort from leaders who recognize the difficult paths before us and who articulate an unwavering commitment to walk those paths with us.
Thus, in an election season as critica as this one, being willing to ca l out the insubordinate, the bigot, or the rac st, has never been more necessary or important. Moses gave Joshua his sincere view of the people because, as Rashi exp ains, Moses understood that trans tions of power are not just parades, speeches, and formalities to keep everyone smiling Rather, transitions of power require the diff cult task of outlining what has been done, and what remains to be accomplished In this way, true comfort during these transitions is found not in ritual, but in those strong, determined leaders who demonstrate, w thout fear, their willingness to embrace the trials that lay ahead.
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
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
Announcements
Monday, July 29
Deadline to RSVP for Torah Trope Summer Online Class led by Rebecca Barancik.
Wednesday, July 31
Deadline to submit your Membership Donation Form. Questions? Reach out to Executive Director, Gerri Madenberg.
Friday, Aug 2
5:30pm - Early Oneg
6pm - Erev Shabbat service led by Rebecca & Scott Barancik
If you are new to Temple Beth-El, welcome!
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. Enjoy and have a Shabbat Shalom!
Torah Portion
Parshat Pinchas: Numbers 25:10-30:1
Saturday, July 27, 2024 / 21 Tammuz 5784
Pinchas is rewarded for killing the Israelite and the Midianite woman who cursed God. (25:10–15)
Israel fights a war against the Midianites. (25:16-18)
A second census is taken (26:1–65)
The daughters of Zelophehad force a change in the laws of property inheritance. (27:1–11)
Joshua is chosen to be Moses' successor. (27:15–23)
The sacrificial ritual for all festival occasions is described in detail (28:1–30:1)
