by Social Action | May 2, 2017 | Social Action Scoop
The first meeting of Compassionate Conversations was held on Sunday, April 23. We were pleased by the large turn out. Seventeen people willingly dedicated their time to learn and practice how to really listen. We listened to each other without interrupting or asking...
by Social Action | Feb 16, 2017 | Social Action Scoop
The Social Action Committee recently met and prepared bags for the homeless and those in need. We have been doing this project for over a year and have found it to be a very worthwhile and satisfying experience. People on the receiving end have been very thankful and...
by Social Action | Dec 22, 2016 | Social Action Scoop
The Social Action Committee has a mission to help create a more peaceful, giving and welcoming community. In past years we have facilitated many activities that have revolved around conversation and community building. We believe that conversation leads to greater...
by Social Action | Nov 5, 2016 | Social Action Scoop
Almost one year ago, during Sukkot, the Congregation celebrated the Sukkah of Shalom. It was an evening devoted to outreach to the LGBTQI (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, and Intersex) Community; the Gay Community for simplicity purposes. It...
by Social Action | Sep 20, 2016 | Social Action Scoop
As we begin the new year, I want to wish everyone a healthy and sweet one. Rosh HaShana is always a time of reflection and hope. The social action committee continues to have a vision to make a better world where we are kind to each other and help our friends and...