Poltava/Odessa Committee: Supporting Our Sister Congregations
Poltava/Odessa Committee
Supporting Our Sister Congregations in Ukraine:
Congregation Beth Am of Poltava and Shirat Ha-Yam of Odessa
The Poltava Committee has expanded its support of emerging Progressive communities in the Former Soviet Union (FSU) to include Odessa in addition to Poltava. Rita Fruman, Director of Programs and Operations of the FSU for the World Union for Progressive Judaism (WUPJ), created a shidduch (a match) between Congregation Beth Am of Poltava and Shirat Ha-Yam of Odessa.
The Poltava/Odessa Committee is a collaborative venture under the auspices of Congregation Beth Am, Los Altos Hills and the WUPJ.
During these trying times, our friends in Ukraine need us more than ever before. Many have had to flee their homes with nothing more than what they can carry. Others are still in Kyiv, Poltava and Odessa to fight for their freedom and democracy. Innocent people are suffering. Please visit our Crisis In Ukraine page to learn how Congregation Beth Am is taking action to make a positive difference.
Congregation Beth Am of Poltava
Various political and economic challenges have reduced the membership of Congregation Beth Am of Poltava. Congregation Beth Am of Poltava leadership has been and continues to be strong for this small but powerful community. Recently, they were able to halt construction on Poltava City land of apartment buildings that would have concealed a killing field where an atrocity had taken place. They have since planted trees in honor of the people who perished there and in celebration of Lag BaOmer.
Visit Congregation Beth Am of Poltava on:
Facebook
Shirat Ha-Yam of Odessa
Rabbi Julia Gris is the spiritual leader of Shirat Ha-Yam, developing the community by creating year-round family-oriented programs that celebrate our Jewish heritage. There are approximately 200 members of Shirat Ha-Yam with the potential of enlarging community engagement from among the almost 45,000 Jews in Odessa.
Visit Shirat ha-Yam Congregation Odessa on:
Facebook | YouTube
Netzer-Odessa
Netzer, the WUPJ’s Youth Group, has a very energized program that instills a progressive Jewish lifestyle. The Beth Am Poltava/Odessa Committee looks forward to help build this relationship while continuing to support our friends in Poltava.
The Poltava/Odessa Fund supports our sister congregations in Ukraine: Congregation Beth Am of Poltava and Shirat Ha-Yam of Odessa. Please consider making a gift to this fund to help us carry out our vision.
Fri, April 26 2024
18 Nisan 5784
Community Schedule
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Saturday ,
AprApril 27 , 2024Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Apr 27th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing. -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 30 , 2024Beth Am Men Hot Topics Breakfast
Tuesday, Apr 30th 8:00a to 9:30a
Get together with some Beth Am Men for our monthly "Hot Topics" breakfast! A rabbi will bring a stimulating, potentially controversial article for us to discuss over breakfast. Food and beverages will be provided by Beth Am Men. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024Beth Am Men Book Club: "My Jewish Year" by Abigail Pogrebin
Wednesday, May 1st 4:00p to 5:30p
My Jewish Year travels through this calendar’s signposts with candor, humor, and a trove of information, capturing the arc of Jewish observance through the eyes of a relatable, wandering―and wondering―Jew. The chapters are interspersed with brief reflections from prominent rabbis and Jewish thinkers. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024Guest Speaker Amichai Magen to Discuss Israel's Transformative Tragedy: Where do we go after October 7?
Thursday, May 2nd 7:30p to 9:00p
Amichai Magen, a well-known Israeli thought leader, will speak on Israel's Transformative Tragedy: Where do we go after October 7th? Currently, Amichai is a Visiting Fellow in Israel Studies at Stanford University. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, May 3rd 5:15p to 6:30p
Join with other Beth Am members every Friday before the Erev Shabbat service for time to reflect, discuss and listen to one another as we navigate this terribly challenging time for Israel and Jews around the world. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024First Friday Pre-Neg Sponsored by the Confirmation Class of 5784/2024
Friday, May 3rd 5:30p to 6:15p
Come gather for a little pre-Shabbat nosh and connect with your Beth Am community, this week sponsored by the Confirmation Class of 5784/2024. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, May 4th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Beth Am Welcomes URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs
Sunday, May 5th 12:00p to 1:00p
We are fortunate to have Rabbi Rick Jacobs visit Beth Am during his West Coast tour. He'll share more about the direction, challenges and hopes of the movement globally and locally, with time for stories and questions from our community. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024South Peninsula Yom HaShoah v’Hagevurah Service of Remembrance
Sunday, May 5th 7:00p to 8:30p
Join the South Bay community for a virtual service as we honor those lost during the Shoah. Local Jewish clergy members, students and musicians will present stories of survival, lead prayers and sing to honor those lost and those who survived the Shoah. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024Beth Am Men Photography Group
Wednesday, May 8th 4:00p to 6:00p
BAM Photo Group is for those interested in photography — from novice to most experienced.
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