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February 2012
March 2012
With Rabbi Roz
April 2012
Tentative
May 2012
Sisterhood Reception at 6:30 pm
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Dear Sisterhood members,
Thanks to all of you for either joining for the first time or renewing your membership to OST Sisterhood. We extend a special welcome to members who are new to the Congregation and new to Sisterhood. We invite all of you to join us at any of our monthly Sisterhood meetings on the first Sunday of every month.
Our Sunday morning meetings are generally regarding the business of the Sisterhood Board. However, if you are not on the Board, this is an opportunity to learn about the many ways Sisterhood supports OST and the larger community. We hope you will decide to be involved in some aspect of Sisterhood. It is a wonderful way to get to know other women in our Congregation and to be involved as a volunteer in a meaningful way.
We are exploring ways to make our monthly meetings, if possible, less about the Sisterhood business and more about programs that are fun, interesting and inviting. In addition, Sunday morning meetings work well for some, but are not as convenient for some Sisterhood members such as empty-nesters, and impossible for Religious School faculty who are working on Sunday mornings. As we explore what to do, we welcome your thoughts and ideas regarding the monthly meetings or program ideas for other occasions.
We hope to see you soon! Please feel free to contact us by telephone or email anytime.
Yours in Sisterhood,
Sharon Nusbaum
622-4226 sharonuz@aol.com
Barbara Dudley
496-7446 dudleb@gmail.com
Sisterhood Co-Presidents
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WOMEN OF REFORM JUDAISM-SISTERHOOD
Sisterhood at Ohef Sholom Temple is exactly as the name implies – a community of women who gather together for spiritual, educational, and social growth with Judaism as our common thread. It is a community of women joined together to do more than each one can do alone, committed to serving the needs of our diverse membership, both present and future. Our members are strong women from all walks of life, varying backgrounds and all ages.
OST Sisterhood is joined with over 100,000 other women from 600 Sisterhoods throughout the U.S., Canada, and 14 other countries through our active membership in Women of Reform Judaism. Our Sisterhood members take great pride in knowing that they belong to an organization that champions civil rights, women’s rights, and children’s rights.
OST Sisterhood is a vital part of congregational life at OST. Throughout the year, Sisterhood is involved in many Temple events. In addition to coordinating the Friday night Oneg Shabbats, Sisterhood usually hosts the popular Chanukah and Purim Dinners. The cold of January brings the warmth of the annual Sisterhood Shabbat Service, a truly special evening of worship! There are many other programs and events through the year. Sisterhood has monthly Board Meetings where we plan our programs and build our friendships while helping the Temple. All are welcome to attend. Please check the temple bulletin for news of Sisterhood activities.
Membership in Sisterhood is a rewarding and stimulating experience. We are always happy to have women join our Sisterhood, but are even happier to have them participate and get involved! Please join us in giving our community of women a collective presence and a voice of strength.
Chanukah and Purim dinners, the Judaica Shop, Sisterhood Shabbat, Oneg Shabbats, informative programs, social and other activities are part of this dedicated group of Women's commitment to Ohef Sholom Temple. A wonderful way to see old friends and meet new ones
Want to Join Sisterhood? Click Here!
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Opportunities to volunteer include the following:
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Volunteer to work in the Judaica Shop or Hanukah Shop.
(email or call Dorianne Villani dvillani@cox.net ).
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SISTERHOOD COLLEGE CONNECTION
Do you know where your college student is? Of course you do! Ohef Sholom Temple would like to know, too.
We also want them to know we are thinking of them on Jewish holidays with a complimentary surprise package from the Temple. Please contact the office with your son or daughter's college email and mailing addresses at 757-625-4295.
ONEG SHABBATS
An informal social gathering following Friday night services, Onegs offer the congregation refreshments, conversation, and the good feelings of Shabbat. Each Friday the Sisterhood provides the "goodies" and beverages for the Oneg. Volunteers help to bake. Members can also sponsor an Oneg in honor of a special occasion for a fee. To sponsor an Oneg, contact the Sisterhood.
If you have any questions regarding Sisterhood or have suggestions for programs or projects, please contact Sharon Nusbaum at Sharonuz@aol.com or Barbara Dudley at dudleb@gmail.com.
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The URJ is using Technology to create educational opportunities from professionals and peers by offering webinars on various topics as well as an opportunity to join a networking group. Webinars are online training sessions that you can participate in while they are happening or watch a recorded version of it when your schedule will allow. A networking group is an email discussion list for you and your peers in other congregation's that is facilitated by URJ staff; in addition the networking groups will have meetings and online and in person.
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