The Sisterhood
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The Village Temple Sisterhood is a multi-generational group of dynamic women. Together, we serve the Village Temple community by offering supportive programs that enhance the warmth of our worship services and the connectedness of all Jews. We also present lectures and organize other events throughout the year, often in conjunction with holidays. Sisterhood sponsors flowers on the bimah and refreshments at the Oneg at many Shabbat evening services. Our members present Kiddush cups to the B’nai Mitzvah students, so they can bring Shabbat into their homes each week. We hold monthly meetings designed to inform and inspire our members, and welcome all women and men of the Village Temple to attend.
From our Mid-Summer Night’s Supper to our Torah Study Group, our members are actively translating the principles of Judaism into concern and action. As a member of Sisterhood, you will make your life more spiritual, more meaningful and more fun, while also meeting and making new friends. Join us! We are not your mother’s Sisterhood!
Sisterhood News
Sisterhood’s members and friends are the heart of The Village Temple. This became very clear when our dear friend and long-time member Harriet Zimmer was hospitalized and then spent about three months in rehabilitation at a local nursing home. It was gratifying to Harriet – and to many of her friends and family – to know that the members and friends of Sisterhood, and The Village Temple as a whole, stepped up to the plate. With a regular schedule of visitors to help her eat, and keep her company, Harriet’s spirits were buoyed. She has made great strides, literally, and we are pleased that she is returning to her home. Thank you to all who visited, called and sent cards.
Upcoming Events:
On Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 pm we will conduct our Monthly Torah Study group with a discussion of Tazria. We will meet with Rabbi Koster and, using the new book, The Torah: A Women's Commentary, we will look at the age-old text through the eyes of contemporary women scholars. The book was commissioned by the national Sisterhood organization and offers very rich interpretations and companion readings. Click here for a copy of the Torah portion and commentary and please read in advance to prepare for the discussion. Contact Janet Falk for more information at sisterhood@villagetemple.org
Membership:
Sisterhood hosts a lively series of monthly events of interest to women, men, parents, students and members of the community. From lectures to films to participatory activities, there is something for everyone. As is our custom, we will lead an Erev Shabbat service.
You can learn a new skill and develop new interests, make friends and participate in temple life by joining Sisterhood. We welcome women (and men) of all ages. Our dues of $36 support monthly programs, as well as providing the flowers on the bimah for Shabbat services and the Oneg several times each month. Contact Lisa Loren at lisaloren49@aol.com.
We send our thoughts to our Sisterhood members and friends and wish them good health: Pearl Gottlieb, Molly Lipsman, Lynne Schiller and Harriet Zimmer.
Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Janet Falk, Sisterhood President
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Sisterhood programs are open to all Temple members and your friends and guests. You'll find a listing of all the excellent programs in the Temple calendar and in the Sisterhood Brochure - please pick one up at the table in the Temple lobby and mark your calendars so you will be sure to join us. Additionally, all monthly Sisterhood Board meetings are open to all members. These meetings take place of the second Monday of each month at 6:30 pm and are listed in the Temple Calendar.
When is a good time to contribute to the Nettie Kaplan Flower Fund? When you have a birthday to celebrate, a Yahrzeit to remember, a 100 on a Science test. Any amount is appropriate for a donation to the Flower Fund, which means our bimah will be beautifully decorated at services.
