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.
Mon, October 2 2023
17 Tishrei 5784
Community Schedule
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Friday ,
OctOctober 6 , 2023First Friday Pre-Neg
Friday, Oct 6th 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 Senior Rabbi Search Committee. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 6 , 2023Erev Shabbat Service & Simchat Torah Celebration
Friday, Oct 6th 6:15p to 7:30p
Join us to dance and celebrate the Torah. During the Erev Shabbat service, our Zimriyah Jr. Choir will be singing. -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 7 , 2023Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Oct 7th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 8 , 2023Family Trip to Israel 2024 Info Session
Sunday, Oct 8th 10:15a to 11:00a
Next summer, join Rabbi Heath Watenmaker and his family on a 12-day Beth Am Family Trip to Israel! Come learn more at an information session. -
Tuesday ,
OctOctober 10 , 2023Music, Healing and Meditation with Cantor Jaime Shpall
Tuesday, Oct 10th 6:00p to 6:30p
Songs of healing and strength, as well as some brief meditation. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 11 , 2023Beth Am Gesharim (Bridges) Presents a Wise Aging Forum
Wednesday, Oct 11th 2:00p to 3:00p
Please join these monthly conversations, where we look for wisdom in our Jewish tradition, as well as relevant modern sources. Each time, a specific topic will be briefly addressed by one of our clergy or a trained Wise Aging facilitator. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 11 , 2023Beth Am Men Photography Group
Wednesday, Oct 11th 4:00p to 6:00p
BAM Photo Group is for those interested in photography — from novice to most experienced. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 11 , 2023Beit R'fuah Meeting
Wednesday, Oct 11th 7:00p to 8:30p
Beit R'fuah, House of Healing, welcomes all who are coping with mental illness themselves or who provide support for loved ones coping with mental disabilities. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 13 , 2023Beth Am Men Photography Group Field Trip: Pillar Point Harbor
Friday, Oct 13th 10:30a to 2:00p
Beth Am Men Photo Group takes a field trip! -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 14 , 2023Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Oct 14th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing.
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