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Spotlight on Congregation Beth Am
Congregation Beth Am schedules free Labor Day picnic Sept. 7
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Congregation Beth Am, a Conservative synagogue in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego, invites current, new and prospective members to a Labor Day picnic.
The picnic will be held on Monday, September 7, 2009 from 11:30am to 2:00pm at Ashley Falls Park (on the corner of Del Mar Heights Road and Ashley Falls Drive). Join the Rabbis, staff & dynamic leadership for this fun-filled day. There will be a Kosher BBQ, Sports with Coach Bucky, Astro Jumps, and entertainment for all ages!
There is no charge for this event. For more information please call Debra at 858 481-8454 or debra@betham.com.
Rabbi David Kornberg to lead Sept. 11 remembrance
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Congregation Beth Am will conduct a Shabbat of Remembrance on Friday evening, September 11.
This service, led by Rabbi David Kornberg and featuring Yochanan Sebastian Winston and his band, will be a special musical service of remembrance, honoring the victims of 9-11
For information, please call 858-481-8454 or debra@betham.com. Or visit our website www.betham.com for more information
Musical Selihot service to be conducted at Beth Am Sept. 12
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)— Seeking a Spiritually Uplifting Start to a Fulfilling New Year? Come to Congregation Beth Am's Musical Selichot Service on Saturday, September 12, from 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Selihot means prayers of forgiveness. Selihot services were created to stretch and open our Jewish selves in the week before Rosh Hashanah in preparation to forgive and be forgiven. This service with be led by a variety of Beth Am members, the Adult Choir and some of the congregation’s most resident soloists and readers. RSVP appreciated but not required to Elisheva at Congregation Beth Am: (858) 481-8454 or elisheva@betham.com
Author of House of David in the Land of Jesus coming Sept. 24
to Congregation Beth Am
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Robert “Bob” Berman, author of A House of David in the Land of Jesus will hold a special presentation at Congregation Beth Am on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at 7:00pm.
Berman will speak about a “History of Goodness,” the 150 year old relationship depicting a remarkable tolerance in the Deep South between the Jewish community of Lexington, Mississippi and their Christian neighbors.
There is no charge for this event. Autographed books will be available for purchase.
Congregation Beth Am is located at 5050 Del Mar Heights Road in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego. For information please contact Debra at (858) 481-8454 X22 or debra@betham.com..
Wiesenthal Center praises Episcopal leadership for reversal of one-side resolution on Israel
LOS ANGELES (Press Release)—The Simon Wiesenthal Center on Wednesday lauded the top leadership of The Episcopal Church (TEC) for striking down a one-sided, anti-Israel resolution at its recent convention. “We are gratified that the leadership overturned a resolution passed by the House of Deputies that was an unfair one-sided attack on the Jewish State,” said Rabbi Abraham Cooper, Associate Dean of the Center, adding, "We are grateful that the House of Bishops overturned the biased measure, but remain deeply troubled that so many denominations are being inundated by serial anti-Israel measures.
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In the long range, interfaith leaders and true peace activists should find ways to use their unique positions in the own communities and among the broader Non-Governmental Organizations to reject the demonization of Israel and utilize their considerable moral capital to safeguard and improve the lives of Christian, Jews and Muslims in the Middle East.”
Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein, the Director of Interfaith Affairs for the Center, observed that the bishops were reportedly so distressed by how far the resolution had tilted to one side, that they saw no alternative but to reject it. "They rejected the House of Deputies resolution, and adopted instead a prayer that all walls between people should come down. All good people of faith can say amen to such a prayer," he added.
Last week Canada's largest Protestant denomination the United Church of Canada voted down a virulent anti-Israel resolution but left open possible local boycotts of Israel and endorsed the Palestinians' so-called 'right of return', which, if ever implemented, would mean the end of the Jewish democratic state.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center is one of the largest international Jewish human rights organizations with over 400,000 member families in the United States. It is an NGO at international agencies including the United Nations, UNESCO, the OSCE, the OAS, the Council of Europe and the Latin American Parliament (Parlatino).
T.E.A.M. announces Mideast classes and seminars
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Training and Education About the Middle East (T.E.A.M) is offering a series of classes and seminars to help members of the public understand the dynamics of the conflict in the Middle East. Here is the lineup, with more information available on the organization's website.
Class 1: "A Primer on the Middle East Conflict":
a. Friday October 23, 2009, 10:15 am, JCC Library (Seniors and Adults Program), 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla
b. Wednesday October 28, 2009, 7:00 pm, Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester, Cardiff by the Sea, Calif. 92007
Class 2: "Israel, the UN and the Media": Wednesday December 2, 2009, 7:00 pm, Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester, Cardiff by the Sea, Calif. 92007
Class 3: "Never Again? Oh, Really?" (a.k.a. "Genocide in the World"): TBA
Class 4: "A Primer on Islam": Wednesday September 23, 2009, 7:00 pm, JCC Library, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla
Class 5: "Israel's Gifts to the World" (a.k.a. "Israel Beyond the Conflict"): Wednesday October 21, 2009, 7:00 pm, JCC Library, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla.
Class 6: "The Difficult Issues: 'Occupation', 'Settlers', 'Refugees' and 'Apartheid' ":
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a. Wednesday November 18, 2009, 7:00 pm, JCC Library, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla
b. Wednesday February 3, 2010, 7:00 pm, Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester, Cardiff by the Sea, Calif. 92007
Class 7: "The Gaza War":
a. August 28, 2009, 10:15 am, JCC Library (Seniors and Adults Program), 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla
b. Wednesday March 3, 2010, 7:00 pm, Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester, Cardiff by the Sea, Calif. 92007
Class 8: (NEW!) "Terrorism: Legitimate or Unacceptable?":
a. September 11, 2009, 10:15 am, JCC Library (Seniors and Adults Program), 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla.
b. Wednesday January 6, 2010, 7:00 pm, Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester, Cardiff by the Sea, Calif. 92007 .
Jewish Family Service programming
JFS offers free workshops on many topics for troubled times
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)--Even if you thought you'd never need Jewish Family Service's services, the agency has programs to help you in the troubled economy.
Today's economic crisis has created extreme hardship for many in our community, including many families who've never needed assistance before. That's why JFS created this program--to provide special help during these hard times.JFS can help with job search skills, understanding bankruptcy and foreclosure, reducing stress, regaining sleep, and more. So if you've hit hard times and need help turning things around, JFS is here for you.
See the JFS list of workshops below. More workshops and support groups are listed online on the JFS website. If you still haven't found what you're looking for, give JFS a call at (877) 537-1818. Our intakecoordinator can help connect you to a counselor or case manager who can work with you individually.
All workshops are free and open to everyone.
Upcoming Workshops
Thursday, September 3, 2009 - 6:00-7:30pm -"Retired or Planning Retirement? Financial Strategies for Tough Times" Sheldon Goldman, CFP, HoyleCohen Wealth Management. Encinitas Library - 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, 92024 Discover how to navigate your road to retirement, including: impacts of the current economic climate; investing in today's bear market; protecting assets; and recovering portfolio value. Read more & register online
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 - 6:00-7:30pm - "Taking Care of Yourself During Tough Times," Ros Goldstein, LCSW, JFS; JFS Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave, San Diego, 92123. Learn some techniques for surviving & thriving during thesechallenging economic times. Read more & register online.
Thursday, September 10, 2009—6:00-8:00pm - "Ebay and Craigslist: Selling Step-By-Step," Skip Slade, Educator
JFS Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave, San Diego, 92123
Have something you're ready to get rid of but think it's
too good to give away? Learn how to sell it on Ebay and Craigslist, in this step-by-step workshop. (Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge and email address.) Read more & register online
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 - 6:00-7:30pm - "Introduction to Stress Reduction." Oded Shezifi, Psy.D, JFS
Encinitas Library - 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, 92024
Learn and practice a variety of stress reduction exercises to helpdeal with the stresses during these challenging economic times. Read more & register online.
Wednesdays, Sept. 16, 23, 30 - 6:30-9:00pm Career Planning and Job Search Skills; at Congregation Beth Israel - 9001 Towne Centre Drive, San Diego, 92122. Wednesday, September 16 -" How to Find the Right Job" - Mark Remas, MA, CRC, ABVE, (Workshop on September 16th will be from 6:30-8:30pm). Wednesday, September 23 - "Writing Resumes that Work" - Alan Farber, Ph.D. Wednesday, September 30 - "Interviewing Skills: Preparation and Participation" - Sherwin Chasen, HR Consultant and Cynthia Fram, HR Generalist.
Read more & register online
Monday, September 21, 2009 - 6:30—8:00pm - "Budgeting: How to Make the Most with Less," Christine Timbol, Education Specialist, Money Management International. JFS Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave, San Diego, 92123. Learn how to live within your means, handle emergencies, reduce debt, and save for the future. Workbook included. Read more & register online
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 - 6:30-8:00pm -
"Bankruptcy: A Financial Strategy for Troubled Times," Radmila A. Fulton, Attorney and Certified Specialist, Bankruptcy; JFS Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave, San Diego, 92123. Get help deciding whether bankruptcy is right for you by getting answers to the following commonly asked questions: Should I be considering bankruptcy? Am I eligible to file? Can I discharge all of my debt? Can I protect all of my property? Is there life after bankruptcy? Read more & register online.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - 6:00-7:30pm - "How to Reclaim Your Sleep," Novia Baxter, JFS. JFS Turk Family Center - 8804 Balboa Ave, San Diego, 92123. Learn about sleep induction practices involving breathing and the
senses to both fall and stay asleep, and sleep hygiene tips
emphasizing mental health for mental wealth. Read more & register online.
JFS Support Groups
You are not alone during these tough times. Meet with others who are going through similar experiences and receive support from JFS professional staff. For a list of current JFS support groups, call (877) 537-1818.
Support group for professionals— Are you a professional affected by the economy? Have you been laid off? Had to take a job that you are overqualified for? Are you hurt? Angry? Astonished? Come share your thoughts, get support from other professionals who have lost their job. Call (858) 637-3010 for more information or to register.
Hebrew Free Loans— Need financial help with emergency financial assistance, business development, job training, or a car for transportation to work? If you are a Jewish resident of San Diego, you may qualify for an interest free loan..
If you or someone you know may benefit from individual counseling or case management, please call the JFS Access Line at (877) 537-1818. All calls are completely confidential.
'Pray in the Park' Service
Sept. 4 at Tifereth Israel
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, a Conservative congregation, will welcome continuing, new and prospective members at a "Pray-In-The-Park" Kabbalat Shabbat Service at 6:15 p.m. right on it own grounds, at the Shekhter Family Gan Yeladim (Children’s Park), 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd.
Participants are urged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, a dairy or pareve meal, and to enjoy the relaxed outdoor surroundings. The picnic was set up so that children can enjoy the enclosed playground following the services and adults can schmooze with their friends. More information at (619) 697-6001, or on the Tifereth Israel website.
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