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
Tue, January 26 2021
13 Sh'vat 5781
Worship Schedule
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 28 , 2021Thursday Morning Minyan (via Zoom)
Thursday, Jan 28th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2021Shabbat Pre-Service Meet Up In The (Virtual) Foyer
Friday, Jan 29th 5:45p to 6:15p
See old friends (virtually) and get caught up, and/or meet new people who are also coming to the Erev Shabbat service. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2021STREAM ONLINE: Shabbat Service
Friday, Jan 29th 6:15p to 7:30p
We encourage you to watch from home at betham.org/streaming, starting at 6:15 PM. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2021Shabbat Post-Service Meet Up In The (Virtual) Foyer
Friday, Jan 29th 7:15p to 8:30p
See old friends (virtually) and get caught up, and/or meet new people who are also coming to the Erev Shabbat service. -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2021Torah Minyan Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Jan 30th 10:30a to 11:30a
Join Beth Am clergy for a musical Shabbat morning worship service focused on learning and spiritual growth. -
Thursday ,
FebFebruary 4 , 2021Thursday Morning Minyan (via Zoom)
Thursday, Feb 4th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 5 , 2021STREAM ONLINE: Focus on Inclusion Month Erev Shabbat Service
Friday, Feb 5th 6:15p to 7:30p
We will hear from two guest speakers who will share their experiences of having physical and mental differences or caring for a loved one with physical or mental differences. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 6 , 2021Torah Minyan Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Feb 6th 10:30a to 11:30a
Join Beth Am clergy for a musical Shabbat morning worship service focused on learning and spiritual growth. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 6 , 2021Shabbat Morning Service: Bat Mitzvah Wolosin
Shabbat, Feb 6th 10:30a to 12:30p
All are welcome and encouraged to join the family of our B'nei Mitzvah in worship and celebration as we welcome them into our adult congregation. -
Thursday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2021Thursday Morning Minyan (via Zoom)
Thursday, Feb 11th 8:00a to 9:00a
These services are led by members of the congregation — all are welcome.