The Cycle of Life: Finding Strength in Community
The Cycle of Life
Finding Strength in Community
As Jews, we are blessed with rituals and traditions that can sustain us on life’s journey, enriching our celebrations and providing comfort during our times of sorrow. We do not have to make this journey alone. Strength comes from knowing we are part of a warm, inclusive community whose members help to care for one another.
Here at Beth Am, our clergy devote themselves to making personal connections with our members and lending support at the most joyous and the most challenging moments in life. Our rabbis and cantor develop one-to-one relationships with families, children and teens as they prepare for Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Confirmation; they work with engaged couples and parents who are welcoming a new child; visit those who are ill, both at home and in the hospital; and counsel the bereaved. They also take time to listen and help our members explore the emotional and spiritual impact of life changes.
Coping with parenthood, family life, aging and loss can be stressful, but the friendship and comfort of a synagogue community can help us make the most of life’s journey and find personal meaning along the way.
LIFECYCLE RESOURCES
Conversion:
Death & Mourning:
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Jewish Practices Related to Death and Mourning, by Beth Am's Rabbi Emeritus, Richard A. Block.
- Recommended Resources for Those Who Are Grieving by Beth Am's Chevra Kaddisha
Fri, March 24 2023
2 Nisan 5783
Worship Schedule
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Friday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2023Tot Shabbat: Story Time, Songs and Shabbat
Friday, Mar 24th 5:15p to 6:15p
Join Beth Am clergy for a short story and a few songs! A nice way to start your Shabbat. This event is for families with children ages 0-5 years. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2023Erev Shabbat Service
Friday, Mar 24th 6:15p to 7:30p
Our worship services are musical, participatory and informal in spirit; they focus on helping us experience the spiritual renewal, peace, joy and sense of celebration that Shabbat can bring. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2023Torah Minyan Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Mar 25th 10:30a to 12:30p
This week, Torah Minyan joins the Bar Mitzvah service in the Sanctuary. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2023Shabbat Morning Service: Bar Mitzvah Eyal
Shabbat, Mar 25th 10:30a to 12:30p
All are welcome and encouraged to join the family of our Bar Mitzvah in worship and celebration. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 30 , 2023Thursday Morning Minyan
Thursday, Mar 30th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 31 , 2023Erev Shabbat Service
Friday, Mar 31st 6:15p to 7:30p
Our worship services are musical, participatory and informal in spirit; they focus on helping us experience the spiritual renewal, peace, joy and sense of celebration that Shabbat can bring. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Torah Minyan Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Apr 1st 10:30a to 11:30a
Join Beth Am clergy and/or lay leaders for a musical Shabbat morning worship service focused on learning and spiritual growth. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Shabbat Morning Service: Bar Mitzvah Elman
Shabbat, Apr 1st 10:30a to 12:30p
All are welcome and encouraged to join the family of our Bar Mitzvah in worship and celebration. -
Thursday ,
AprApril 6 , 2023Thursday Morning Minyan
Thursday, Apr 6th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome. -
Friday ,
AprApril 7 , 2023Tot Shabbat Passover Edition: Story Time, Songs and Shabbat
Friday, Apr 7th 5:15p to 6:15p
Join Beth Am clergy for a short story and a few songs! A nice way to start your Shabbat. This event is for families with children ages 0-5 years.