Time: 5:30pm Doors open 5:45pm Havdalah 6:00pm (approx) Party begins!
When sending your RSVP, please provide number of people in your party. There will be vegan food options. We will have soda, sparkling cider and some wine. Feel free to bring a beverage of your choice provided it's kosher. Donations are greatly appreciated. If you have any questions please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
We look forward to celebrating with you! Mahalo!
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Join JCM for Donuts and Dreidels... potato latkes and more! Accompanied with music and dancing as we celebrate Chanukah!
The RSVP deadline has been extended until Wednesday, December 6th.
We kindly request you to respond to Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com by that date, as we need to finalize the guest list for an accurate headcount and ensure sufficient food is ordered. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Mahalo!
Please join us for Shabbat Service the rest of December and during Chanukah.
Mahalo to our lay members who have offered their time to lead services for the following dates:
Dec. 8th - Dave Belzer Dec. 22nd - Michael and Cynthia Lebowitz Dec. 29th - Sam Shnider
Doors open at 5pm. Services start at 6pm with an Oneg to follow. We look forward to seeing you!
Join us in our mission to achieve our goal!
Thanks to the kindness of anonymous donors, we have the chance to double a $10K contribution. With your support, we can make this happen!
Choose the option to donate and select the 10K match before December 18th to help us secure victory!
Mahalo for your generous kokua!
Friendly reminder:
The deadline to submit nominations for JCM's Board is Thursday, December 7th. If you've been nominated and intend to participate in the elections, keep in mind that only members who have paid their dues are eligible.
If you have any inquiries, feel free to reach out to Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com.
Israeli Folk Dancing class has been cancelled for the next few weeks. Please help us wish Paula Wolk a speedy recovery as her ankle heals.
Be on the lookout for updates!
Mahalo!
Talmud Torah (our religious school) has started!
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Whether you're a Maui local or visitor and would like to lead or participate in leading a service, it would be a wonderful mitzvah we would gladly welcome. For details please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Yahrzeits Dec 3- Dec 9
Bruce Pachino Gene Hertzka Golda Jackson Janice Lasko Jeffrey Sway Joseph Pitkoff Murray Tepper Myron Miller
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Come join us Friday, December 1st for a special musical Shabbat. Bring your voice to sing and cant to traditional liturgy and new melodies. Service starts at 6pm.
Mahalo to Michael and Cynthia Lebowitz who be leading the first Shabbat of December!
Celebrate Chanukah with JCM!
Saturday, December 9th : 5:30pm - Doors Open 5:45pm - Havdalah begins
A delicious feast will be prepared. Please RSVP to Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com no later than Friday, Dec 1st. so we can ensure everyone is well fed. Donations are glady accepted. Mahalo!
We're almost at the end of the $10K match challenge which ends Dec 1st.
Through the generosity of anonymous donors, we've been asked to participate in a fundraiser challenge. Once the goal has been reached, our kind donors wil match this. With your help we can do this!
Israeli Folk Dancing class has been cancelled for the next few weeks. Please be on the lookout for updates. Mahalo!
Talmud Torah (our religious school) has started!
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service will be lead by Michael and Cynthia Lebowitz
Saturday, Dec 2nd
No services until futher notice
Whether you're a Maui local or visitor and would like to lead or participate in leading a service, it would be a wonderful mitzvah we would gladly welcome. For details please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Yahrzeits Nov 26 - Dec 2
Anna Bloom Bunny Epstein Carolyn Weisfeld Dr. Ralph Morton Wasserman Dr. Ralph Wasserman Herman Greenstein Jay Rose John Ebbers Judith Weinberg Leah DuBoff Maurice Jay Rose Nan Merson Nehemia Cohen Richard Sandler Robert Auerbach Vera Gretchen Hammerstein
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Israeli Folk Dance Class Cancelled Sunday, November 26th
Due to unnforeseen circumstances, today's Israeli Dance Class is cancelled and is suspended until further notice. Apologies for any inconvenience. Please look for updates in the coming weeks.
Mahalo for your understanding!
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Dear Members of the Jewish Congregation of Maui (JCM),
As we approach the end of the year, we would like to notify you of our upcoming Annual Members Meeting scheduled for December 17, 2023. This gathering provides us with an opportunity to come together as a community, reflect on the past year, and discuss plans for the future.
Meeting Details: ● Date: December 17, 2023 ● Time: 1:00 pm ● Location: Jewish Congregation of Maui, Beit Shalom Synagogue 634 Alulike St, Kihei, HI 96753.
At this meeting, we will be addressing key issues, sharing updates, and seeking your valuable input on matters important to our synagogue community.
Nominations for Board Positions: In preparation for the meeting, we are currentlyaccepting nominations for the JCM Board. If you know of someone or would like to nominate yourself, please submit your nominations by December 8, 2023. Nominations can be made by contacting Gabriel Crane gabriel@wovenwings.net or Kalo Yujuico jcmmauijews@gmail.com or by visiting our website: jcmmauijews.org
Voting Process: After the nominations close on December 8, the finalized ballot will be made available online for your convenience. You will then be able to cast your vote electronically from the comfort of your home. If you prefer, when you join us in person on December 17, 2023, you can cast your vote at the designated voting station in the synagogue.
Please note: Whether you are a current or past member, membership dues need to be paid in full by November 30th to be guaranteed a vote or nomination. If you are a past member and interested in being part of the board, and you are not already a paid member, please renew your membership here at https://mauijews.shulcloud.com/ join by November 30th. Dues need to be paid in full by this time.
Your active participation in this process is crucial for the continued success and growth of our synagogue . We value your input and encourage you to take part in shaping the future of our community. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact Dorothy Tolliver, 2425047@gmail.com; Gabriel Crane, gabriel@wovenwings.net or Kalo Yujuico, jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to seeing you at the Annual JCM Members Meeting.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
Dorothy Tolliver, JCM Board President
Mark your calendars! Please join us for the following events:
Sunday, November 26th - Volunteer Meeting From 1pm-3pm, we kindly ask for volunteers to assist with the board member election process. One task is to stuff envelopes with letters.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm. To ensure everyone is well fed, please RSVP to Kalo @ jcmmauijews@gmail.com no later than Friday, December 1st. Mahalo
Sunday, December 17th Annual members meeting and board nominations . We are having a second Annual members meeting for members who were unable to join us the last time. Light refreshments will be served from 12:30pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm. RSVP to Kalo @ jcmmauijews@gmail.com no later than Friday, December 15th.
More details to follow in the upcomimg weeks so stay tuned!
Shabbat service this Friday, November 24th will start at 6pm.
Mahalo to Rabbi David Glickman who will be leading the service!
Through the generosity of anonymous donors, we've been asked to participate in a fundraiser challenge.
The goal is $10,000! The challenge is for one month. Nov 1st until Dec 1st. Once the goal has been reached, our kind donors wil match this. With your help we can do this!
Next Israeli Folk Dancing class will be returning Sunday, November 26th right after the volunteer meeting
We look forward to seeing you!
Talmud Torah (our religious school) has started!
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service will be lead by Rabbi David Glickman
Saturday, Nov 18th
No services until futher notice
Yahrzeits Nov 19 -Nov 26
Abraham Goldman Anna Henagow Bartlett Ben Skurow Dorothy Wiener Evelyn Bloom Golda Mopper Guerin Todd Henry E. Cohen James M. Feuerstein Jonathan David Leah Fulop Robert Campbell Rose Silverman Ruth Feuerstein Sandra Lawson Werner Nathan Yoretta Isaac
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Save the date! Please join us for the following events:
Sunday, December 17th Annual members meeting and board nominations . We are having a second Annual members meeting for members who were unable to join us the last time. Ligh refreshments will be served from 12:30pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm.
More details to follow in the upcomimg weeks so stay tuned!
Shabbat service this friday will start at 6pm.
Mahalo to Sam Shnider who will be leading the service!
Through the generosity of anonymous donors, we've been asked to participate in a fundraiser challenge.
The goal is $10,000! The challenge is for one month. Nov 1st until Dec 1st. Once the goal has been reached, our kind donors wil match this. With your help we can do this!
Next Israeli Folk Dancing class will be returning Sunday, November 19th
We look forward to seeing you!
Talmud Torah (our religious school) has started!
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Alex Regson Anna Snyderno Annie G. Lewis Barry Bloom Carrie Baumgartner Douglas Regan Rogers Elizabeth Goldstein Cohen Emily Pells Gloria Parnes Hal Rosoffno Harold Marlowe Helen Krieger Herbert Irving Gottschalk Irving Janis Jonathan Marc Elam Martin Janis Miriam Wosk Patricia Egan Krause Robert Wolffno Shirley Goodblatt Susie Dodek Thelma Mayer Wynne Littman
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
JCM Annual Meeting and Board Nomination Information
Sunday, November 12th Annual members meeting and board nominations
There will be a reception. Light refreshments will be served from 12:15pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm.
We recommend arriving a little early so that you have time to mingle with the other members and Talmud torah parents and keiki.
Since parking is limited, we encourage carpooling if possible or ride share services - Uber or Lyft
All nominations will be announced by end of meeting. Digital nominations need to submitted and verified by 2:30pm along with resume, headshot and statement of intention submitted via email to jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Please note: Dues need to be paid in full by Novemeber 30th to be guaranteed to vote.
Voting will be open until December 7th.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm. Announcement of elected board members will be announced before the celebration begins. Wednesday, December 20th Monthly Board Meeting
Announcement of new Board members December 20th. Election of Board Officers in January.
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We have a few exciting events to round off 2023. Mark your calendars so you don't miss out!
Sunday, November 12th Annual members meeting and board nominations There will be a reception. Light refreshments will be served from 12:15pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm. Announcement of elected board members will be announced before the celerbration begins. Wednesday, December 20th - Monthly Board Meeting Election of board officers
More details to follow in the upcomimg weeks so stay tuned!
Anyone who has been nominated and interested in running to be a board member must submit a photo of themselves and their resume to jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Mahalo and Good Luck!
Shabbat service this friday will start at 6pm.
Mahalo to Laura Ahava who will be leading services!
Through the generosity of anonymous donors, we've been asked to participate in a fundraiser challenge.
The goal is $10,000! The challenge is for one month. Nov 1st until Dec 1st. Once the goal has been reached, our kind donors wil match this. With your help we can do this!
Next Israeli Folk Dancing class will be returning November 19th
We look forward to seeing you.
Talmud Torah (our religious school) has started!
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Arnold Feuerstein Caleb Savitt Dein Morris Greta Nathan Helen Wallin Herbert Charles Rudman Jack Tatik Myer Goldberg Samuel Weisfeld Stanley Gordon Thelma Mayer
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We have a few exciting events to round off 2023. Mark your calendars so you don't miss out!
Sunday, November 12th Annual members meeting and board nominations There will be a reception. Light refreshments will be served from 12:15pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm. Announcement of elected board members will be announced before the celerbration begins. Wednesday, December 20th - Monthly Board Meeting Election of board officers
More details to follow in the upcomimg weeks so stay tuned!
Anyone who has been nominated and interested in running to be a board member must submit a photo of themselves and their resume to jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Mahalo and Good Luck!
Shabbat service this friday will start at 6pm.
Cynthia & Michael Lebowitz will lead a musical service this Friday at 6pm at the Kihei synagogue. Sing and cant some of the traditional liturgy to new melodies along with a led discussion on Parashat Vayera. Bring your voice to join in with the musical talents of Dave Beltzer, Barbara and Ernesto.
Mahalo to you all for your contribution towards this upcoming Shabbat!
Through the generosity of anonymous donors, we've been asked to participate in a fundraiser challenge.
The goal is $10,000! The challenge is for one month. Nov 1st until Dec 1st. Once the goal has been reached, our kind donors wil match this. With your help we can do this!
Mahalo for your kokua!
Next Israeli Folk Dancing class will be returning November 19th
We look forward to seeing you.
Talmud Torah (our religious school) has started!
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service will be lead by Cynthia and Michael Lebowitz and friends!
Saturday, Oct 28th
No services until futher notice
Yahrzeits Oct 29 - Nov 4
Adam Newkirk Alex Regson Anthony Andrew Caputo Dora Goldstein Edith Brandes Elsa Gelman Rosoff Ernest Katz Julius Dan Lucy Heller Adams Mitch Katz Morris Bloom Moshe Aniel Paul Pike Paul Zisken Ruth Moss Sanft Sandra Sarah Rosoff Sharona Moses Suzi Katz Teressa Kahn Gilbert William Jaffe
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We have a few exciting events to round off 2023. Mark your calendars so you don't miss out!
Sunday, November 12th Annual members meeting and board nominations There will be a reception. Light refreshments will be served from 12:15pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm. Announcement of elected board members will be announced before the celerbration begins. Wednesday, December 20th - Monthly Board Meeting Election of board officers
More details to follow in the upcomimg weeks so stay tuned!
Tomorrow's shabbat service will start at 6pm.
Mahalo to Rabbi David Glickman
Next Israeli Folk Dancing class will not be until November 19th
We look forward to seeing you.
Not affliliated with JCM
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) next Sunday, October 22nd.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service will be lead by Rabbi David Glickman
Saturday, Oct 28th
No services until futher notice
Yahrzeits Oct 22 - Oct 28
Alexander Goldsmith Allan Tichner Audrey Tashman Binyamin Glickman Claude Alfred Scemla Derek Koss Evelyn Erony Fred Parrell Gloria Pastein Jacob Berman Jeanette Miriam Greenbaum Joan Esther Miller Jonathon Waxman Larry Feit Lee Stevens Leo Singer Louis Kravitz Malcha Golda Singer Marcia Gomberg Morton Rosen Rachel Rifka Mandel Ruth Glick
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We have a few exciting events to round off 2023. Mark your calendars so you don't miss out!
Sunday, November 12th Annual members meeting and board nominations There will be a reception. Light refreshments will be served from 12:15pm-1pm. Meeting will start at 1pm.
Saturday, December 9th JCM's Chanukah Party Doors open at 5:30pm. Havdalah at 5:45pm. Announcement of elected board members will be announced before the celerbration begins. Wednesday, December 20th - Monthly Board Meeting Election of board officers
More details to follow in the upcomimg weeks so stay tuned!
Tomorrow's shabbat service will start at 6pm.
Mahalo to Sam Shnider who will be leading services.
We are grateful for Rabbi David Freidenreich's visit to JCM which was truly special. He graciously rolled our Torahs, led a beautiful service and facilitated a meaningful discussion. This allowed our community members and visitors to engage with one another about how we mourn and navigate through the devastating news of the Israel War and any recent losses.
We are grateful to our board members who were able to join us especially Gabe Crane who arranged Rabbi David's visit. We appreciate the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation that supported his visit to help our community grow and explore what Shabbat could look like for JCM in the future. We thank Rabbi David and look forward to his next visit!
Israeli Folk Dancing this Sunday from 3pm-5pm.
After this week, the next class will not be until November 19th so make sure you catch this class before Paula goes on holiday!
We look forward to seeing you.
Not affliliated with JCM
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) next Sunday, October 22nd.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Alan (Buzzy) Kaufman Arthur Brown Charles Bellach Charles K. Goldberg David Rettman George Campbell Harriet Isaac Jessie Roseman Josephine Lopez Margie Haddad Mary Jedlicki Stanley Sussman Sylvia Sussman Toby Lee Narrowe Klein
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Please join us tomorrow at 10:30 am to mourn the terrible violence in Israel this past week and to support one another. Rabbi David Freidenreich of the Center for Small Town Jewish Life will facilitate a conversation about what, whom, why, and how we mourn.
Rabbi David's visit is supported by the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation to help our community grow. This is a special opportunity to deepen our relationships with one another, learn with a renowned visiting scholar, and explore what Shabbat could look like for JCM as we move forward into the future.
This program will be preceded by traditional (albeit abbreviated) Shabbat services, beginning at 9:30 am, and will be followed by a light lunch. Feel free to bring a beverage and/or dish of your choice to share. We do have coolers for items that are not kosher.
Shabbat Shalom!!
Reminder there is no service this evening Friday, Oct 13th
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
A word from our Board President , Dorothy Tolliver....
The Jewish Congregation of Maui stands in solidarity with the people of Israel during these harrowing times. We are deeply grieved and profoundly concerned by the ongoing crisis that has engulfed our extended family in Israel.
Israel has the indisputable right to defend itself against the Iran-backed Hamas terror organization. The missiles aimed at Israeli towns and the terrorists infiltrating villages are no less than war crimes as they target civilians. We stand with Israel. In the spirit of Aloha, and with a heavy heart, we extend our sincere condolences to all the families affected by this conflict here in Hawaii, in Israel and Gaza.
We send our condolences to the families of the murdered. We pray for a swift resolution to this conflict, the speedy return of the hostages, and full recovery for the wounded. Let our prayers be for an enduring peace, security, and a brighter, more compassionate future for all peoples of the region and our world.
Mahalo nui loa,
Dorothy
SAVE THE DATE!
This Saturday morning, October 14, please join us for Shabbat Services starting at 9:30am followed by a special Community Program Torah Study at 10:30 a.m. led by visiting Rabbi David Freidenreich of the Center for Small Town Jewish Life.
Rabbi David's visit is supported by the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation to help our community grow. This is a special opportunity to deepen our relationships with one another, learn with a renowned visiting scholar, and explore what Shabbat could look like for JCM as we move forward into the future.
We will also take time to offer prayers and mutual support in the wake of the terrible violence in Israel this past week.
non affiliated-Zoom call
Israeli Folk Dancing is back. This Sunday from 3pm-5pm.
We look forward to seeing you.
Not affliliated with JCM
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) next Sunday, October 22nd.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Ahou Vojdani Avraham ben David Bill Crouch David Kett Dorice Povich Mensh Edith R. Borison George Blake Howard Caplan Louis Been Mary Balter Mary Ellen Hoffman Flinn Maurice Abraham Mann Morris (Bill) Mayer Stattner Naomi Caprow Robert Grinberg Roger Monroe Altenberg Ruth Levin Sara Kornetsky Frohman Toby Roselinsky Twitter Levinsky
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
As we've witnessed from afar the terrible atrocities that have been committed in our beloved homeland of Israel, may the Jewish Communities here on Maui and throughout the nation stand in solidarity for the violence to stop and pray for the souls of innocent lives lost, strength and protection of those who survived and for peace...
Holy One of blessing, We pray for the soldiers who are called to defend the people of Israel. Keep them safe. When they are weary give them strength. When they are scared give them courage. May they find strength and faith in the days ahead.
Holy One of blessing, We pray for the people of Israel who long to live under the canopy of peace. Keep them safe. When they are threatened protect them from harm. When they are wounded and bereaved grant them healing and comfort.
May they find strength and courage in the days ahead. May our voices carry prayers of hope that the people of Israel know that they are not alone. Give us strength and know that there is nothing more sacred than peace. Grant us Faith. Courage. Wisdom.
- Rabbi Karyn D. Kedar
May you and your loved ones continue to be well and safe wherever you are.
With much Aloha and Pono.
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Mahalo to those who time out of their busy schedules to join us for Why and Wine under the Sukkah. We had a great time coming together as a community in our Sukkah to celebrate the harvest, our successful high holidays and this beautiful year. Now is the time to get involved with offering something at JCM! This community lives through its volunteers and interest driven activities. What do you want to offer this year at the shul? What would you like to see? Reach out to us via Kalo in the office or to any of our board members to share your hopes and dreams.
We are hoping to organize a musical kid friendly shabbat in October/November — reach out to us if you would like to play a part.
There were also many calls for Jewish learning to take place in our community. Can you offer a class? Teach a text or a prayer? Let’s fill our space with life.
If anyone is interested in starting a Jewish Professionals Network, this was also brought up. Please reach out.
We look forward to seeing you at the next Why event gathering.
SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday morning, October 14, please join us for Shabbat Services starting at 9:30am followed by a special Community Program TorahStudy led by visiting Rabbi David Friedenreich of the Center for Small Town Jewish Life.
Rabbi David is supported by the Harry and Jeannette Weinberg Foundation to help our community grow. This is a special opportunity to deepen our relationships with one another, learn with a renowned visiting scholar, and explore what Shabbat could look like for JCM as we move forward into the future.
Again Saturday morning, October 14. More details to follow next week.
There are no services for Simchat Torah. Wishing you and yours a wonderful time celebrating wherever you may be. Chag Sameach!
JCM Keiki Party!
To help celebrate the beginning of Sukkot and kick start Talmud Torah, we had a keiki party. Big Mahalo to our teachers Nicole Lasko, Jessica Pearl and our volunteers who made this event a success and the children who made cute lanterns and garland an decorated our beautiful sukkah. More information about Talmud Torah can be found further down in this newsletter
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
Not affliliated with JCM
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) on Sunday, October 22nd.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12pm. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Yahrzeits Oct 1 - Oct 7
Abe Fages Albert Rimmerman Ari Grashin Hazel Hochschild Hyman Minsky Ivy Nagavkar Libby Pomerantz Samuel David Nagavkar Sarah Lasko Sarah Stolove Greenberg
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Friendly reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm, is Why and Wine in the Sukkah.
Building off our successful Town Hall meeting in May, it's time to come together again to envision the next phase of JCM, powered by YOU. Join us to connect, share, and explore how we can together uplift this beautiful community. What do you want to see happen inside our sacred home? How can you contribute to make it happen? Come to our beautiful sukkah and let's figure it out together.
Wine and pupus will be provided. Feel free to bring a snack or drink to share. We have coolers to store any food items and beverages that are not kosher. We look forward to you joining us!
Thank you to everyone that joined us for the high holidays. We are very grateful to Rabbi David Glickman, Aryeh Glickman, Cantor Martin Neuman, Sam Shnider and Bonnie Newmann for providing their time to lead services; the Vojdani Mallek Family for sponsoring the Break Fast
Big kudos goes to our all volunteers who helped make the high holidays a success from preparing the apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah, Break Fast for Yom Kippur to building our beautiful sukkah for Sukkot.
Special shout outs to Jack Elliot who did a fantastic job arranging the chairs for Rosh Hashanah, Joanne Berman who was of tremendous help after Rosh Hashanah, Paula Wolk who was amazing in the kitchen to prepare the delicious dishes for Break Fast along with Karen Neumann and our out-of-town volunteers Dalia Cohen and Elizabeth Fairly. With the building of our sukkah, many thanks to Stephanie Mallek, Simon Vojdani and Gabe Crane who oversaw the construction. Maria Nachwalter and Abraham Javaheri who put up the fronds. And Sam Shnider who did double duty to do both!
For those who donated time and money, thank you for your generosity. Your contributions allowed us to rent chairs, hire security to keep us safe, have sound throughout the synagogue (Bruce Sandler owner of Village Audio) and materials and construction of our sukkah
From the bottom of our hearts, Mahalo nui loa to you all. May you be blessed with a healthy sweet year ahead. L'shana Tova!
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
Not affliliated with JCM
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) on Sunday October 1st.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Yahrzeits Oct 1 - Oct 7
Abe Fages Albert Rimmerman Ari Grashin Hazel Hochschild Hyman Minsky Ivy Nagavkar Libby Pomerantz Samuel David Nagavkar Sarah Lasko Sarah Stolove Greenberg
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We apologize for the short notice and the manner of this message; However we are happy to announce that there will be a 1st day of Sukkot/Shabbat service tomorrow morning.
Rabbi David Glickman has kindly offered to lead tomorrow's service. Doors will open at 9:30am Service starts at 10:00am
As a non-Jewish,secular individual, special permission was given by Rabbi David Glickman to send this special last minute announcement. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to your presence either in person or on Zoom.
Shabbat Shalom!
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
CORRECTION and CLARIFICATION Tomorrow's service for Erev Sukkot is led by Sam Shnider not Rabbi David Glickman. Service will start at 6pm Apologies for any confusion
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We are so glad you've been able to join us for high holidays. Please join us tomorrow for the beginning of Sukkot!
Fri, Sept 29th - Erev Sukkot 6:00pm- Services. Lead by Sam Schnider
We look forward to you joining us. You may also join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173?pwd=T0p6c3p0WVdySmt0czJOZGhzRnhEUT09 Meeting ID: 528 461 9173 Passcode: 1818
A message from JCM Board President - Dorothy Tolliver We were fortunate to have Sam Shnider, Rabbi Emeritus David Glickman, Aryeh Glickman and Cantor Martin Neuman leading our moving and inspiring Yom Kippur services. A big thank you to Kalo along with Stephanie Mallek, Paula Wolk and Maui visitors, Karen Neumann- LA, CA; Dalia Cohen - Yonkers, NY; and Elizabeth Fairly - Kansas City who volunteered in preparing the Break Fast Dinner. And another big thank you to the Vojdani family, who sponsored the Break the Fast Dinner.
Thank you too to our Board members - Treasurer: Simon Vojdani; Vice-President Happy Lefton; Barbara Cooper;Sam Shnider; Gabriel Crane; Mitch Berman; Gail Schell; Ari Wong;and our CommunityManager Kalo and volunteers who have worked so hard so that we could have had these High Holiday services in our synagogue.
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are all about accepting ourselves as being perfectly imperfect. It is about letting go of last year and so many yesterdays in order to live today and reach tomorrow. It is about asking for help when we need it and knowing how to accept the love and support of those there to catch us when we fall. It is a time for forgiveness. This is the year that our congregation and friends will be healing from the trauma of the Maui fires.
It is a time to put aside past differences and come together as a community. We need unity and not division. We need to provide emotional and spiritual support to those who have lost their homes, their businesses, their way of life and their loved ones. We need to rebuild our community. Our JCM Congregation has been a one such conduit in bringing relief in the form of donated funds, goods and services to our congregants and the Maui community in need of help and assistance. Kalo, in particular, has spent many hours coordinating this assistance along with our Tzedakah Committee of Mitch Berman and Sam Shnider.
This year will also be a defining one for our community. We no longer have a resident Rabbi or a fixed schedule of services. We will be relying on each other, on Lay Leaders and visiting Rabbis for our religious and community services. We understand that you may decide not to come to the synagogue during the year but there may well come a time when you do need the synagogue. Perhaps not this year, but maybe the next. It is your membership and donations that support our synagogue so that it can be there for you when you do need it and the services provided.
Membership at a synagogue is not like membership elsewhere. It is not goods for services. We join a synagogue because we believe in supporting Jewish institutions. We join a synagogue because we care about the future of Judaism in our community. We need your participation. We need your involvement, we need your financial support, and we need your input.
We need to know what you are looking for in a congregation. We need to know what we can do for you. We need your financial support because If we do not support our synagogue, both financially and through our participation, it simply will not exist. The business of running a synagogue is not a simple one. All of the synagogue’s work does not come free or cheap. We have employee, utility bills and maintenance of the physical building to finance.
It requires each and every one of us to participate in any way possible. It is important that we have a place to pray, to be together, to enjoy social, educational, and religious activities, and to have a presence in Maui. These are the benefits of membership and that is why it is important to belong, to contribute, to participate, to assist, and to believe in our synagogue and its mission. We are counting on you and your support!
For some of you, it may only be in the form of donations. Donations which we need to keep our building open and to fund our essential services. No donation is too small. Every dollar counts... it all adds up. You will be proud that you have contributed to the support of our Jewish Congregation, our Jewish community and to the continued use and maintenance of our Synagogue. Giving this tzedakah will make this a meaningful New Year for all of us. Shana Tova! Dorothy
The Give Aloha campaign is almost at the end. If you would like to make a contribution, you have until Sunday, Oct 1st.
There has been a recent change. This year's contributions are not matched dollar for dollar like in the past. If looking to put your contribution towards membership dues, whatever the difference is from the match and contribution will still need to be paid in full for the membership level you are interested in.
Any questions, please contact Kalo at jcmmauijew@gmail.com
Mahalo for you kokua!
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) on Sunday October 1st.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm, join us for Why and Wine in the Sukkah. Building off our successful Town Hall meeting in May, it's time to come together again to envision the next phase of JCM, powered by YOU. Join us to connect, share, and explore how we can together uplift this beautiful community. What do you want to see happen inside our sacred home? How can you contribute to make it happen? Come to the sukkah and let's figure it out together.
Again, Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm at JCM. Wine and pupus will be provided and feel free to bring a snack or drink to share.
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service at 6pm led by Rabbi David Glickman
Saturday, Sept 23rd
No Shabbat services for this week.
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Yahrzeits Sept 24-Sept 30
Buddy Fox Arnold Joel Klein Beatrice Frieder Bernice Milenbach Celia Ungerman Dora Shultz Elayna Kaplan Elisheba bat Miryam Etta Greenberg Henry Leo Grunbaum Jacob Eisman Jeffrey Rochen Julius Lopin Margie Haddad Regina Lazarovich Robert Baruch Ankaoua Robert Parella Rosalie Sachs Sally Krieger Samuel Slomowitz Sara Ostroff Shep Margolese Stanley Granat
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
UPDATE: Our apologies but due to unforeseen circumstances, Shabbat Shuva service for this evening have been cancelled. We're sorry for the late notice and any inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to your presence on Sunday for the beginning of Yom Kippur. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To better enhance your experience with us, we've added a few services which includes a Friday evening Shabbat Shuva service that Rabbi David has graciously offered to lead.
Shabbat morning service will rely on your individual reply. Please write to: jcmmauijews@gmail.com with an email titled "Shabbat Shuva Yes"
See below for the new schedule: Fri, Sept 22th - Shabbat Shuva evening 5:30pm- Doors Open 6:00pm- Services Starts 7:30pm-Kiddush
Sun, Sept 24th - Erev Yom Kippur 5:30pm- Doors Open 5:45pm - Sing along with Bonnie Newmann 6:00pm- Services start with lighting of candles 6:30pm - Kol Nidre
Mon, Sept 25th - Yom Kippur 8:30am - Doors open for private meditation 9:30am - Services start and will continue until 1pm 1:00pm - Break until 4pm 4:00pm - Mincha 5:00pm - Yizkor (or whenever Mincha ends) 5:45pm - Ne'ilah (Closing Service) 7:00pm - Break Fast kiddush
Fri, Sept 29th - Erev Sukkot 6:00pm- Services Starts More details to follow
Please note that all times are approximate.
We are very grateful to Rabbi David Glickman, Cantor Martin Neumann, Sam Shnider, Aryeh Glickman, Bonnie Newmann for providing their time to lead services; and the Vojdani Family for sponsoring the break the fast. We grateful for your time and resources.
Tickets are not being sold but we would greatly appreciate donations. Suggested donation is $20/person.
Volunteers for Yom Kippur: If you are able to help with the preparation of Break Fast on the evening of Monday, Sept 25th, please contact Kalo.
We look forward to you joining us. You may also join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173?pwd=T0p6c3p0WVdySmt0czJOZGhzRnhEUT09 Meeting ID: 528 461 9173 Passcode: 1818
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
Due to the devastion of the wildfires that occured Upcountry, the Kula Lodge had to temporarily close due to minor structural damage and water safety reasons. However, We are pleased and excited to announce the anticipated re-opening of the Kula Lodge!
The Mallek Vojdani family have been gracious supporters of JCM throughout the years. Contributing largely by hosting many high holiday events and providing support to those in great need. Without hesitation, they opened up their lodge to those who sadly lost their homes to the fires. Despite their own challenges from the fire, they have continue to give. When asked if they needed anything since they helped so many, Stephanie Mallek replied "It's our kuleana to help"
We are grateful to the Mallek Vojdani family for their continued support. May our hearts be as big as theirs and show our mahalo and kuleana by supporting Kula Lodge. Below are the menus of their delicious offerings. Until further notice, brunch is only being served at this time but be on the lookout for updates for dinner services in the coming weeks.
Mahalo and Happy Dining!
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) on Sunday October 1st.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm, join us for Why and Wine in the Sukkah. Building off our successful Town Hall meeting in May, it's time to come together again to envision the next phase of JCM, powered by YOU. Join us to connect, share, and explore how we can together uplift this beautiful community. What do you want to see happen inside our sacred home? How can you contribute to make it happen? Come to the sukkah and let's figure it out together.
Again, Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm at JCM. Wine and pupus will be provided and feel free to bring a snack or drink to share.
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service at 6pm led by Rabbi David Glickman
Saturday, Sept 23rd
Shabbat Shuva Services (Tentative) at 9am. Led by Rabbi David Glickman
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Yahrzeits Sept 17-Sept 23
Anne Barbarosh Auguste Weil Carol Saeks Eileen Erman Fred Kober Gary Solondz Harold Mostow Hilda Rettman Irving Hershkowitz John Needham Lena Weiner Leo Hans Hammerstein Martin Geringer Merna Lee Kaplove Pauline C. Friedland Pearl Ayeroff Raymonde Edwards Ruth Schwab Sidney Rosoff
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
High Holidays schedule - Yom Kippur and Sukkot To better enhance your experience with us, we've added a few services which includes a Friday evening Shabbat Shuva service that Rabbi David has graciously offered to lead.
Shabbat morning service will rely on your individual reply. Please write to: jcmmauijews@gmail.com with an email titled "Shabbat Shuva Yes"
See below for the new schedule: Fri, Sept 22th - Shabbat Shuva evening 5:30pm- Doors Open 6:00pm- Services Starts 7:30pm-Kiddush
Sun, Sept 24th - Erev Yom Kippur 5:30pm- Doors Open 5:45pm - Sing along with Bonnie Newmann 6:00pm- Services start with lighting of candles 6:30pm - Kol Nidre
Mon, Sept 25th - Yom Kippur 8:30am - Doors open for private meditation 9:30am - Services start and will continue until 1pm 1:00pm - Break until 4pm 4:00pm - Mincha 5:00pm - Yizkor (or whenever Mincha ends) 5:45pm - Ne'ilah (Closing Service) 7:00pm - Break Fast kiddush
Fri, Sept 29th - Erev Sukkot 6:00pm- Services Starts More details to follow
Please note that all times are approximate.
We are very grateful to Rabbi David Glickman, Cantor Martin Neumann, Sam Shnider, Aryeh Glickman, Bonnie Newmann for providing their time to lead services; and the Vojdani Family for sponsoring the break the fast. We grateful for your time and resources.
Tickets are not being sold but we would greatly appreciate donations. Suggested donation is $20/person.
Volunteers for Yom Kippur: If you are able to help with the preparation of Break Fast on the evening of Monday, Sept 25th, please contact Kalo.
We look forward to you joining us. You may also join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173?pwd=T0p6c3p0WVdySmt0czJOZGhzRnhEUT09 Meeting ID: 528 461 9173 Passcode: 1818
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
Due to the devastion of the wildfires that occured Upcountry, the Kula Lodge had to temporarily close due to minor structural damage and water safety reasons. However, We are pleased and excited to announce the anticipated re-opening of the Kula Lodge!
The Mallek Vojdani family have been gracious supporters of JCM throughout the years. Contributing largely by hosting many high holiday events and providing support to those in great need. Without hesitation, they opened up their lodge to those who sadly lost their homes to the fires. Despite their own challenges from the fire, they have continue to give. When asked if they needed anything since they helped so many, Stephanie Mallek replied "It's our kuleana to help"
We are grateful to the Mallek Vojdani family for their continued support. May our hearts be as big as theirs and show our mahalo and kuleana by supporting Kula Lodge. Below are the menus of their delicious offerings. Until further notice, brunch is only being served at this time but be on the lookout for updates for dinner services in the coming weeks.
Mahalo and Happy Dining!
We are fully staffed and ready to begin Talmud Torah (our religious school) on Sunday October 1st.
Children learn Hebrew, study Jewish history and holidays, learn songs and prayers, sing, dance, do creative crafts, and have a grand time with their Jewish friends. Some highlights of previous years are clay menorah making, planting a garden, presenting several wonderful Purim plays, and Israeli dancing.
Talmud Torah will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30-12. Children ages 5-12 may enroll. Contact Kalo or Happy Lefton to register!!
Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm, join us for Why and Wine in the Sukkah. Building off our successful Town Hall meeting in May, it's time to come together again to envision the next phase of JCM, powered by YOU. Join us to connect, share, and explore how we can together uplift this beautiful community. What do you want to see happen inside our sacred home? How can you contribute to make it happen? Come to the sukkah and let's figure it out together.
Again, Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00pm at JCM. Wine and pupus will be provided and feel free to bring a snack or drink to share.
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Shabbat Service at 6pm led by Rabbi David Glickman
Saturday, Sept 23rd
Shabbat Shuva Services (Tentative) at 9am. Led by Rabbi David Glickman
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Yahrzeits Sept 17-Sept 23
Anne Barbarosh Auguste Weil Carol Saeks Eileen Erman Fred Kober Gary Solondz Harold Mostow Hilda Rettman Irving Hershkowitz John Needham Lena Weiner Leo Hans Hammerstein Martin Geringer Merna Lee Kaplove Pauline C. Friedland Pearl Ayeroff Raymonde Edwards Ruth Schwab Sidney Rosoff
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
High Holidays updated schedule To better enhance your experience with us, we've added a few services. See below for the new schedule: Sept 15th - Erev of Rosh Hashana. 5:30pm - Doors Opem 6pm - Service Starts 6:15pm - Lighting of the Candles 6:20 - Welcome greeting by JCM President Dorothy Tolliver Sept 16th - Rosh Hashana Day 1 8:30am - Doors open for private meditation 9:30am - Service begins 10:00am - Amidah Repetition 10:30am- Torah Reading 11:00am- Blowing of the Shofar and Musaf 1:00pm - Tashlich at the beach Sept 17 - Rosh Hashana Day 2 8:30am - Doors open for private meditation 9:30am - Service begins 10:00am - Amidah Repetition 10:30am- Torah Reading 11:00am- Blowing of the Shofar and Musaf
Sept 24th - Erev Yom Kippur 5:30pm- Doors Open 6:00pm- Services Starts 6:02pm - Lighting of the candles 6:30pm - Kol Nidre
Sept 25th - Yom Kippur 8:30am - Doors open for private meditation 9:00am - Welcome greetings 9:30am - Services until 1pm 1:00pm - Break until 4pm 4:00pm- Yizkor 5:00pm - Mincha 5:45pm - Ne'ilah (Closing Service) 7:00pm - Break the Fast
Many thanks to Rabbi David Glickman, Cantor Martin Neumann, Sam Shnider, Areya Glickman, Bonnie Newmann for providing their time to lead services; Cynthia Lebowitz and Barbara Singer for providing a special Rosh Hashana for the children and the Vojdani Family for sponsoring the break the fast. We grateful for your time and resources.
Tickets are not being sold but we would greatly appreciate donations. Suggested donation is $20/person.
We also are in great need of volunteers for the following starting as early at 10am on Friday, Sept 15th: Chairs and Table Set up Simanim preparation Greeters After service clean up
Startng as early as 8:30am Saturday, Sept 16th and Sept 17th: Greeters and guides to the beach for Tashlich and return to JCM
After service Sunday, Sept 17th or early as 10am Monday, Sept 18th: Break down of chairs and table
Volunteer opportunities for Yom Kippur will be announced at a later time.
If you are available to help, please contact Kalo at 808-874-5397 or at jcmmauijews@gmail.com. Mahalo!
We look forward to you joining us. You may also join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173?pwd=T0p6c3p0WVdySmt0czJOZGhzRnhEUT09 Meeting ID: 528 461 9173 Passcode: 1818
This Friday we will have a special Rosh Hashana family service, outside, weather permitting running concurrent with the adult service starting at 6:20pm. Cynthia Lebowitz looks forward to bringing Rosh Hashana alive to the children in song, prayer, and story told by Barbara Singer.
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
For the exception of Rosh Hashana, Shabbat Services are suspended until further notice
Shabbat Morning Services are suspended until further notice
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Yahrzeits Sept 10-Sept 16
Abraham Ostroff Alex Greenberg Alfred (Al) Levin Audrey Kaye Benno Fischer Beverly Ruth Holstein David Louis Dorothy Gordon Grace Feinstein Harry J. Cohn Jack Wolff Morton Cooper Murray Artman Raymond J. Keller Robert Alan Bluh Ruth Deichman Samuel Sachs Vivian "Frankie" Sussman Warren Gibson, Jr. Wilfred Wilks
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Sept 15th - Erev of Rosh Hashana. Doors open at 5:30pm; Service starts at 6pm
Sept 16th - Rosh Hashana Doors open at 8:30am; Service starts at 9am
Sept 24th - Erev Yom Kippur Doors open at 5:30pm; Service starts at 6pm
Sept 25th - Yom Kippur Doors opens at 9am; Service starts at 9:30am Break from 1pm-4pm; Services commences at 4pm Break the Fast at 7pm.
Many thanks to Rabbi David Glickman, Cantor Martin Neumann and Sam Shnider for providing their time to lead services and the Vojdani Family for sponsoring the break the fast. We are very greatly grateful for your time and resources.
Tickets are not being sold but we would greatly appreciate donations.
We also are in great need of volunteers for the following starting as early at 11am on Friday, Sept 15th: Chairs and Table Set up Simanim preparation Greeters After service clean up
Startng as early as 9am Saturday, Sept 16th: Greeters Guides to the beach for Tashlich and return to JCM
Starting as early as 10am Monday, Sept 18th Chair and Table break down
Volunteer opportunities for Yom Kippur will be announced at a later time.
If you are available to help, please contact Kalo at 808-874-5397 or at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Mahalo!
Give Aloha is Back!
Still haven't paid your membership dues? Need a little help? Here's a good way that you can and give back!
During September, make a donation to the Jewish Congregation of Maui at any Foodland at checkout, and Foodland and the Western Union Foundation will make a donation to JCM too!
Our code is: 77216 Here's how you donate: 1)Shop at Foodland or Sack N Save! 2)Show your Maika'i card to the cashier at checkout. 3)Tell the cashier our code and the amount of your donation (up to $249). 4)Review your receipt to confirm the following appears: * Our organizaon name * Your donation amount * Your Maika'i number
One donation per Maika'i card. If you would like to donate more to the Give Aloha program, we would absolutely love it! You just need another Maika'i card/number. Perhaps a friend's or family member. It cost them nothing if you donate.
If applying towards membership, please see below for the memberships tiers and the amount of dues to ensure you're own contribution makes up the difference. Please contact Kalo at 808-874-5397 or jcmmauijews@gmail.com if you have any questions
Mahalo for you Kokua!
Mahalo nui loa to the members who have renewed their membership for 2023/2024 and those who have donated. We are very grateful for your support.
Memberships are a large part of what sustains The Jewish Congregation of Maui. Without it we would not be able to provide services especially on High Holidays or continue the Talmud Torah for the next generation.
To help you determine the best membership for you, the following are the different levels, dues and what it includes: Single $600 1 vote Family $960 2 votes Associate No vote
Please note that voting members must live full time in the state of Hawaii.
In addition to renewing your membership, another great way to contribute is through Give Aloha! by Foodland which starts September. More details to follow as the program nears.
If you have any questions, please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN NOW!!! Talmud Torah begins Sunday October 1!!!! Sunday mornings 10:30-12 5-12 year olds Please call or email Happy Lefton to register: happylefton@gmail.com 808-283-2859
We are incredibly grateful for the generosity you, our donors, have shown thus far in helping our displaced community members get back on their feet. Your contributions have made a significant impact, but the journey ahead is still long and challenging. We need your continued support to help those affected by the recent fires.
One family that has been hit hard by the fires is the Solyns. This family of six lost their home in Lahaina and is currently struggling to make ends meet. Jeremy and Paulina, the parents, are facing the possibility of losing their restaurant due to the downturn of business on Maui. While we have been able to provide them with enough for essentials, they, along with other members of the community, will need continued support until they patiently wait for word regarding any financial aide and insurance claims.
We urge you to consider making further donations to help the Solyns and others like them get back on their feet. Every little bit counts and can make a significant difference in their lives. By donating, you can help provide them with the resources they need to rebuild their lives and regain their independence. Another way to support the Solyns is by being a patron to their restaurant, Nylos - https://nylosmaui.com/
By dining at Nylos, you not only support the Solyns but also contribute to the local economy. Your support can help keep their business afloat and provide them with the financial stability they need to get back on their feet. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by the fires. Let us continue to show our support and help them rebuild their lives. Your generosity can make a significant impact and help provide hope to those who need it most. Thank you for your continued support and compassion
If you don't give today, how can we be here tomorrow?
You may not need us every day, or even every week. But when you want us, you need us to be here.
Please give a gift to JCM. We rely solely on donations/memberships to pay our bills, our salaries, and programming. Your gift now will ensure that our dynamic leadership team has the resources we need to be here for you and your Maui Jewish community.
Give with joy, give with pride, give today.
P.S. We're not spending money and using resources to send out letters, this is our ask and our reminder to you that we do not exist without you.
It is time to renew your membership for 5784: 2023-2024
Please take a moment to reflect on the value of having a pluralistic, inclusive, community-centered synagogue on our little, remote island.
What does that even mean?
Support of the Jewish life of your choosing- without judgment
We don’t talk about levels of observance
No one is “more Jewish” than anyone else
All have equal access to the Torah and lifecycle events
Welcoming to all with a flexible dues plan
Preserving meaningful traditions and open to creating new ones
A voice in the direction your community is heading
Please meet Debbie Greenhood visitng from Albuquerque, NM with her husband; One of our beautiful Angel volunteers who helped with donation drop offs and writing thank you cards to our donors Aloha and Mahalo nui loa for your kokua!
Due to the High Holidays and personal committments, Israeli Folk Dancing is on hold. Please check back for updates. Mahalo
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
For the exception of Rosh Hashana, Shabbat Services are suspended until further notice
Shabbat Morning Services are suspended until further notice
Israeli Folk Dance on hold until after the high holidays
Refuah Schleima- Prayer For Healing
Click Hereif you or a loved one would like to be added for a prayer for healing each week. No names will be read aloud without permission... names can be said privately by the rabbi.
JCM is here to support you and your loved ones, please let us know how we can help.
Important Information Regarding our Cemetery Due to recent incidents, we have received news from the staff at the Jewish Cemetery that for safety reasons, the stones or tz'rors placed on the headstones will be removed once a week during cleaning. We understand any concerns you may have. If you would like more information, please email admin@mauijews.com or call 808-874-5397. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Yahrzeits Sept 10-Sept 16
Abraham Ostroff Alex Greenberg Alfred (Al) Levin Audrey Kaye Benno Fischer Beverly Ruth Holstein David Louis Dorothy Gordon Grace Feinstein Harry J. Cohn Jack Wolff Morton Cooper Murray Artman Raymond J. Keller Robert Alan Bluh Ruth Deichman Samuel Sachs Vivian "Frankie" Sussman Warren Gibson, Jr. Wilfred Wilks
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
It's a been a month since the devastating wildfires that ravaged through Lahaina and greatly affected the Kula residences in Maui. With heavy hearts, we witnessed the strength of the Maui Community and our congregation members come together to provide support to those who lost so much. We cannot express enough gratitude for your generosity during these trying times. However, the survivors of this tragedy still need continued support. We humbly ask that you keep them in your thoughts and hearts, and if possible, contribute to their ongoing recovery efforts.
Upon his visit to Maui, Rabbi Gadi took the time to see where he could be of service. He made a stop in Lahaina and came across the Lahaina Civic Center. Although untouched, the sign shows the heavy dusting of ashes and soot from the fires. At this spot, Rabbi Gadi said a prayer for those who lives were lost and those who lost a loved one. May we all to continue to pray for Lahaina, mourn the many lives that were lost, and pray for their souls and for the healing of those who survived.
Aloha and Shabbat Shalom
Our friends from the Church of Latter Day Saints are moving on. Elder James Cook has completed his mission and will be going home to see his much missed family. Elder Taylor is being assigned in Hana. We are grateful for their help in keeping our garden alive and wish them the best in their new life journeys.
We apologize for the lateness of this announcement but we want to congratulate Samuel Holz on his recent Bar Mitzvah. We had the honor to host the Holz family and their loveds ones at JCM on August 26th; 9th of Elul and blessed to have Rabbi Gadi who was on holiday to lead the services. Even one of our board members, Mitch Berman shared words of wisdom and a blessing With all the darkness surrounding the wildfires, this was a touching and an uplifting occasion for us at JCM.
Mazel Tov Sammie! May you have a life full of blessings!
Save the Dates for High Holidays
Sept 15th - Erev of Rosh Hashana. Doors open at 5:30pm; Service starts at 6pm
Sept 16th - Rosh Hashana Doors open at 8:30am; Service starts at 9am
Sept 24th - Erev Yom Kippur Doors open at 5:30pm; Service starts at 6pm
Sept 25th - Yom Kippur Doors opens at 9am; Service starts at 9:30am Break from 1pm-4pm; Services commences at 4pm Break the Fast at 7pm. Many thanks to the Vojdani Family for sponsoring the break the fast.
More details to follow. Tickets are not being sold but we do appreciate donations.
We also are in great need of volunteers for set up and clean up for all days. If you are available to help, please contact Kalo at 808-874-5397.
Thank you.
Give Aloha is Back!
Still haven't paid your membership dues? Need a little help? Here's a good way that you can and give back!
During September, make a donation to the Jewish Congregation of Maui at any Foodland at checkout, and Foodland and the Western Union Foundation will make a donation to JCM too!
Our code is: 77216 Here's how you donate: 1)Shop at Foodland or Sack N Save! 2)Show your Maika'i card to the cashier at checkout. 3)Tell the cashier our code and the amount of your donation (up to $249). 4)Review your receipt to confirm the following appears: * Our organizaon name * Your donation amount * Your Maika'i number
Please see below for the level of memberships and the amount of dues to ensure you're own contribution makes up the difference. Please contact Kalo at 808-874-5397 or jcmmauijews@gmail.com if you have any questions
Mahalo for you Kokua!
Mahalo nui loa to the members who have renewed their membership for 2023/2024 and those who have donated. We are very grateful for your support.
Memberships are a large part of what sustains The Jewish Congregation of Maui. Without it we would not be able to provide services especially on High Holidays or continue the Talmud Torah for the next generation.
To help you determine the best membership for you, the following are the different levels, dues and what it includes: Single $600 1 vote Family $960 2 votes Associate No vote
Please note that voting members must live full time in the state of Hawaii.
In addition to renewing your membership, another great way to contribute is through Give Aloha! by Foodland which starts September. More details to follow as the program nears.
If you have any questions, please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
If you don't give today, how can we be here tomorrow?
You may not need us every day, or even every week. But when you want us, you need us to be here.
Please give a gift to JCM. We rely solely on donations/memberships to pay our bills, our salaries, and programming. Your gift now will ensure that our dynamic leadership team has the resources we need to be here for you and your Maui Jewish community.
Give with joy, give with pride, give today.
P.S. We're not spending money and using resources to send out letters, this is our ask and our reminder to you that we do not exist without you.
It is time to renew your membership for 5784: 2023-2024
Please take a moment to reflect on the value of having a pluralistic, inclusive, community-centered synagogue on our little, remote island.
What does that even mean?
Support of the Jewish life of your choosing- without judgment
We don’t talk about levels of observance
No one is “more Jewish” than anyone else
All have equal access to the Torah and lifecycle events
Welcoming to all with a flexible dues plan
Preserving meaningful traditions and open to creating new ones
A voice in the direction your community is heading
Shabbat Services are suspended until further notice
Shabbat Morning Services are suspended until further notice
Sunday, Aug 13th
Israeli Folk Dance at 3pm
Refuah Schleima- Prayer For Healing
Click Hereif you or a loved one would like to be added for a prayer for healing each week. No names will be read aloud without permission... names can be said privately by the rabbi.
JCM is here to support you and your loved ones, please let us know how we can help.
Important Information Regarding our Cemetery Due to recent incidents, we have received news from the staff at the Jewish Cemetery that for safety reasons, the stones or tz'rors placed on the headstones will be removed once a week during cleaning. We understand any concerns you may have. If you would like more information, please email admin@mauijews.com or call 808-874-5397. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Yahrzeits Sept 3-Sept 9
Anne Wolff Esther Biederman Isadore Sigel James Lawson June Monson Melvin Berman Mindi Rimmerman Raymond J. Keller Warren Joseph Hirschson
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
We apologize for the delay of our announcements as we are working with minimum staff levels during these challenging times.
Please note there are no services this weekend. Do check back for updates and information about our high holidays.
Thank you for your understanding and patience. May you all enjoy the holiday weekend. Be well and safe. Shabbat Shalom!
Thank you to the many who have donated to help those in need. We are still continuining to accept donations for our community members who have been greatly affected by the fires. The donations that we collect go towards their housing, food and essentials they need to live as normal as possibly. Donations are being accepted at https://mauijews.shulcloud.com/payment.php
If preferred, checks can be sent to The Jewish Congregation of Maui. 634 Alulike St. Kihei, HI 96753.
In addition, we are looking for volunteers to help with some admin tasks and light housekeeping at the congregation and with preparing with the high holidays. If interested, please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com or call 808-874-5397.
Mahalo in advance for your kokua!
Mahalo nui loa to the members who have renewed their membership for 2023/2024 and those who have donated. We are very grateful for your support.
Memberships are a large part of what sustains The Jewish Congregation of Maui. Without it we would not be able to provide services especially on High Holidays or continue the Talmud Torah for the next generation.
To help you determine the best membership for you, the following are the different levels, dues and what it includes: Single $600 1 vote Family $960 2 votes Associate No vote
Please note that voting members must live full time in the state of Hawaii.
In addition to renewing your membership, another great way to contribute is through Give Aloha! by Foodland which starts September. More details to follow as the program nears.
If you have any questions, please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
If you don't give today, how can we be here tomorrow?
You may not need us every day, or even every week. But when you want us, you need us to be here.
Please give a gift to JCM. We rely solely on donations/memberships to pay our bills, our salaries, and programming. Your gift now will ensure that our dynamic leadership team has the resources we need to be here for you and your Maui Jewish community.
Give with joy, give with pride, give today.
P.S. We're not spending money and using resources to send out letters, this is our ask and our reminder to you that we do not exist without you.
It is time to renew your membership for 5784: 2023-2024
Please take a moment to reflect on the value of having a pluralistic, inclusive, community-centered synagogue on our little, remote island.
What does that even mean?
Support of the Jewish life of your choosing- without judgment
We don’t talk about levels of observance
No one is “more Jewish” than anyone else
All have equal access to the Torah and lifecycle events
Welcoming to all with a flexible dues plan
Preserving meaningful traditions and open to creating new ones
A voice in the direction your community is heading
Click Hereif you or a loved one would like to be added for a prayer for healing each week. No names will be read aloud without permission... names can be said privately by the rabbi.
JCM is here to support you and your loved ones, please let us know how we can help.
Yahrzeits Aug 27- Sept 2
Al Berman Albert Gerrick Alter Lipszyc
Betty Hazen Seidman Cheslaw Betsalel Dojczer Dr. Joel Hartley Henry Weil Lyle Rogers Miriam Greenspan Rivka Luxemburg Dojczer Rosalind Survetnick Rose Berg
Sara Ellen Weisfeld
Join us at our next servics to recite Mourner's Kaddish
Important Information Regarding our Cemetery Due to recent incidents, we have received news from the staff at the Jewish Cemetery that for safety reasons, the stones or tz'rors placed on the headstones will be removed once a week during cleaning. We understand any concerns you may have. If you would like more information, please email admin@mauijews.com or call 808-874-5397. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Two weeks ago, Maui, our beautiful island home, suffered a tragic heartbreaking loss from the wildfires in Lahaina and Upcountry. The days that followed, we saw the strength and power of the kamaaina unite together to help each other get through the devastation. The Jewish Congregation of Maui is proud to be part of this community and it is our kuleana- our responsibility, to help those in need. Many thanks to the gracious donors who have contributed towards our cause so that we may provide assistance to those greatly affected. However, the road to recovery and rebuilding is a long one and we have several Jewish community members who are in dire need.
If you would like to support us in our fire relief efforts to help rebuild their lives, here are a few ways you can help:
Donated goods. From Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, JCM is accepting donated goods and providing provisions to those who need it. Non-perishable food, bottled/potable water, toiletries, baby food, formula both regular and sensitive, and diapers of all sizes are the most items requested. Although we are very grateful for any donation, clothing is not being accepted at this time. This need may change so please check for updates.
Volunteers. Whether you're a local or a visitor that can spare an hour or two of your time, we would love your help with administrative duties, light housekeeping and transporting donated goods.
Other donations of any amount are being accepted at: https://www.mauijews.org/payment.php. or by check that can be mailed to the following: Jewish Congregation of Maui. 634 Alulike St. Kihei, HI 96753.
Should you have any questions and/or interested in volunteer opportunities, please email Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com or call 808-874-5397
Mahalo nui loa for your kokua. Shabbat Shalom to you and yours.
There will be Shabbat Service this weekend!
This weekend Shabbat service will be lead by Rabbi Gadi Capela, who is spending his holiday rounding off his tour of all 50 US states on Maui. While here, he has kindly offered to lead services on Friday evening and Saturday morning which also includes a Bar Mitzvah.
Born and raised in Israel, Rabbi Gadi moved to New York in 1995 after completing a four-year military service as a lieutenant in a rescue unit.
He studied and graduated from Yeshiva University with degrees in Business Management and Jewish Studies
One of the things that Rabbi Gadi is most passionate about is leading annual interfaith pilgrimages to Israel. He completed a a tour with Abrahamic Reunion – a group of spiritual leaders—Jews, Christians, Muslims, and Druze—working together for promoting inter-religious harmony in the Holy Land. In the context of this tour, he met Rabbi Raanan Mallek and they have been friends ever since.
Please join me in welcoming Rabbi Gabi to Maui in person or on Zoom on Friday, August 25th at 6:30pm or Saturday, August 26th at 9:30am
Save the Date! Bar Mitzvah of Samuel Holz. Shabbat morning, Saturday, Aug 26th 9:30am to 12:00pm
Last week, Rabbi Raanan led his last Shabbat service at JCM. Yesterday, he departed for the East Coast to begin his officer training with the US Navy. Many of us thanked him for his time and service as his last days went by. However, can one ever be too grateful or say thank you too many times? Well not me, Kalo, especially without getting verklempt
It's been an honor to work with you Rabbi Ranaan. Thank you for your time and leadership; For being a great teacher of Jewish life and culture. From learning a little yiddish, preparing for Shabbatz and my all time favorite, showing me how to make Challah! Most importantly, I'm grateful for the amazing opportunity and your guidance that lead me into my new role as JCM's Community Manager and finding my purpose of connecting and creating community.
You will be sorely miss but we wish you well and much success in your next journey. A hui hou kākou, aloha and Mazel Tov!
Mahalo nui loa to the members who have renewed their membership for 2023/2024 and those who have donated. We are very grateful for your support.
Memberships are a large part of what sustains The Jewish Congregation of Maui. Without it we would not be able to provide services especially on High Holidays or continue the Talmud Torah for the next generation.
To help you determine the best membership for you, the following are the different levels, dues and what it includes: Single $600 1 vote Family $960 2 votes Associate No vote
Please note that voting members must live full time in the state of Hawaii.
In addition to renewing your membership, another great way to contribute is through Give Aloha! by Foodland which starts September. More details to follow as the program nears.
If you have any questions, please contact Kalo at kalo@mauijews.org
If you don't give today, how can we be here tomorrow?
You may not need us every day, or even every week. But when you want us, you need us to be here.
Please give a gift to JCM. We rely solely on donations/memberships to pay our bills, our salaries, and programming. Your gift now will ensure that our dynamic leadership team has the resources we need to be here for you and your Maui Jewish community.
Give with joy, give with pride, give today.
P.S. We're not spending money and using resources to send out letters, this is our ask and our reminder to you that we do not exist without you.
It is time to renew your membership for 5784: 2023-2024
Please take a moment to reflect on the value of having a pluralistic, inclusive, community-centered synagogue on our little, remote island.
What does that even mean?
Support of the Jewish life of your choosing- without judgment
We don’t talk about levels of observance
No one is “more Jewish” than anyone else
All have equal access to the Torah and lifecycle events
Welcoming to all with a flexible dues plan
Preserving meaningful traditions and open to creating new ones
A voice in the direction your community is heading
Kabbalat Shabbat Services will lead by Rabbi Gadi starting at 6:30pm
Saturday, Aug 26th
Shabbat Morning services at 9:30 am Led by Rabbi Gadi
Followed by Bar Mitzvah for Samuel Holz
Sunday, Aug 27th
Israeli Folk Dance suspended until further notice
Refuah Schleima- Prayer For Healing
Click Hereif you or a loved one would like to be added for a prayer for healing each week. No names will be read aloud without permission... names can be said privately by the rabbi.
JCM is here to support you and your loved ones, please let us know how we can help.
Yahrzeits Aug 20-26
Al Silverman Clara Goldhaber David Forrest Chapman Dr. Peter Caprow Fay Siegel Hyman Stolove L. Sanford Sussman Leona Berman Mark Harris Richard Lee Horwitz Samuel Losk Sarah Hodes Sonya Rupnow
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
Important Information Regarding our Cemetery Due to recent incidents, we have received news from the staff at the Jewish Cemetery that for safety reasons, the stones or tz'rors placed on the headstones will be removed once a week during cleaning. We understand any concerns you may have. If you would like more information, please email admin@mauijews.com or call 808-874-5397. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
The Torah portion this week is aptly named, "when you go out," and is especially relevant as I sit here in the Maui airport about to depart with so much to reflect on for my last sermon to the community. For the past year and a half of service to the Jewish Congregation of Maui, I think about how we have laughed, cried and struggled together.
Our Torah portion is full of commandments that urge us to act righteously. Deuteronomy 22:8 instructs someone building a home to make a guard rail on the roof so that no one will fall down and hurt themselves. Installing fences are important for safety; normally we think about how fences separate, whereas this fence is intended to keep us safe. Ethics of the Fathers 1:1 has the Great Assembly who received the Torah from the prophets saying, "...make a fence round the Torah."
The Torah is our home away from home, even when we are in exile. We can draw comfort from the fact that Jews from all over the world will read from the same text that goes back thousands of years. When we celebrate the fences that define our behavior as the Jewish people it becomes a moral compass that guides us forward.
Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch, the great 19th century German Jewish sage, wrote, "In building a house, a person must be motivated from the outset by consideration for the welfare not only of those people who will dwell in it at present, but also of those who may dwell there in the future. They must therefore not permit anything in their household that might cause injury to someone else." We must think of the needs of others and not put off doing the right thing. We need to not overlook our obligations and pretend that they do not concern us.
The great Kabbalist Rabbi Isaac Luria would not recite the afternoon prayers until he paid his workers their daily wage. He reasoned: "How can I appear before the Eternal in prayer, when I am behaving unjustly and unkindly with my workers." Here we are in the month of Elul when we are called to turn out thoughts to self-improvement and repentance as a congregation.
Overall as a community, the Jewish Congregation of Maui has stepped up to help during the unfolding tragedy that we recently experienced with the fires; whether it is our Community Manager, Kalo who spent endless hours collecting and transporting goods to distribution centers or the Vojdani family who transformed their Kula Lodge into a refuge for those who lost their homes and the hungry emergency workers.
As I depart, I am filled with immense pride of our little community that does the right thing even under the most challenging of circumstances. Those who would like to stay in touch are welcome to email me at rabbi.mallek@gmail.com
Goodbye my friends, blessings to you all and Shabbat Shalom.
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
This is the last service that our Rabbi Raanan will lead services for JCM. Your presence would be much appreciated if you are able to attend to thank him for his dedicated time and service, wish him Shalom as he embarks on a new journey.
Please join us in person at JCM or on Zoom We look forward to seeing you!
There are not enough words to express the immense gratitude we have for the amount of support that we have received from our volunteers, many donors and our community partners - Jewish Community Services and the Jewish Federation of North America to help us provide relief to those who have been greatly affected by the wildfires and assist with us with our day to day at JCM. Thank you so much. We are very grateful.
As part of our relief efforts, JCM has become both a neighborhood donation drop-off and pick up center providing provisions to make it convenient for those in Kihei area.Please visit us at 634 Alulike St Kihei. There is a donation table stationed outside our entrance for those dropping off donated goods (non-perishable foods, bottlled water, clothing, baby items, hygiene items) When dropping off, please clearly write your name on the donation list so that we can acknowledge you on our newsletter and our Facebook page.
For other donations, we've had to slightly change our website Please visit - jcmmauijews.orgDonations can be made at https://mauijews.shulcloud.com/payment.php. From the "Type" drop down menu "Fire Relief Fund" is the first option.
If you or anyone you know needs assistance, please reach out to us at jcmmauijews@gmail.com or call 808-874-5397.
Mahalo nui loa for your kokua. Together we will rebuild and become a better and stronger Maui. Shabbat Shalom!
Elul & Shoftim: Returning & Restraint
Last night we had a beautiful last Torah study with me here at JCM. With it being the first of the Hebrew month of Elul, we took the time to have a deep conversation about repentance and what it means to each of us individually. We read the works of Rabbi Abraham Kook ז"ל, especially Lights of Teshuvah.
The book opens with the poem What is Teshuvah?
"Teshuvah means "return"; It is a return to the Eternal, the return to health, the return to our soul, the return to the universe, the return to a mended planet, the return to happiness, the return to home."
Such a return involves knowing how to practice restraint. We learn this from the weekly Torah portion which predicts that a day will when a new political power will emerge. The People will demand a king, a powerful leader. And not just any king, but “a king…as do all the nations” (Deut. 17:14) - i.e., the person to whom "power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely." The Torah seeks to limit the power of the kind so that such a king will not truly be like those of all the nations - a tyrant, elevated above the people. Our Torah portion demands that the king be subject to laws of morality and justice; that he remember that there is a King of kings above him; that he not take many wives, or accrue horses, and possessions.
We must practice restraint because as human beings we are motivated by deep urges that can get out of control very quickly. To translate the above lessons about the king to our lives, we must learn how to retrain our innate desire for power, our possessiveness, our tendency to exploit people & nature and our urge to control.
A Kabbalistic interpretation teaches us that the proper way to understand Job 26:7 is that the Eternal suspended the earth through restraint instead of the literal meaning of the word בלי-מה: 'nothing'). The Talmud (BT Chulin 89a) references this verse:
Rabbi Ile’a says: The world endures only in the merit of one who restrains themselves during a quarrel, as it is stated: “He hangs the earth upon nothing. Rabbi Abbahu says: The world endures only in the merit of one who renders themselves as if they were non-existent, as it is stated: “And underneath are the everlasting arms” (Deuteronomy 33:27), i.e., one who considers themselves to be underneath everything else is the everlasting arm that upholds the world.
The power of a person who can retrain themselves during a quarrel is what keeps our world spinning. When we have the ability to negate our ego, we are actually elevated above ourselves.
Shabbat Shalom and Hodesh Tov (Happy New Month of Elul).
Mahalo nui loa to the members who have renewed their membership for 2023/2024 and those who have donated. We are very grateful for your support.
Memberships are a large part of what sustains The Jewish Congregation of Maui. Without it we would not be able to provide services especially on High Holidays or continue the Talmud Torah for the next generation.
To help you determine the best membership for you,the following are the different levels, dues and what it include: Single $600 1 vote Family $960 2 votes Associate No vote
In addition to renewing your membership, another great way to contribute is through Give Aloha! by Foodland which starts September. More details to follow as the program nears.
If you have any questions, please contact Kalo at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Mahalo nui loa to our friends from the Church of Latter Day Saints and Hana Lynn who've been watering our garden. We still need volunteers to give our humble little garden some TLC so that it can really flourish! Also give our volunteers a break. Let us know how you can help Mahalo!
If you don't give today, how can we be here tomorrow?
You may not need us every day, or even every week. But when you want us, you need us to be here.
Please give a gift to JCM. We rely solely on donations/memberships to pay our bills, our salaries, and programming. Your gift now will ensure that our dynamic leadership team has the resources we need to be here for you and your Maui Jewish community.
Give with joy, give with pride, give today.
P.S. We're not spending money and using resources to send out letters, this is our ask and our reminder to you that we do not exist without you.
Pictured are items that were left behind at the congregation. If any of these items are yours,please contact Kalo. Anything that is not claimed before the high holidays,will be donated to charity. Thank you.
It is time to renew your membership for 5784: 2023-2024
Please take a moment to reflect on the value of having a pluralistic, inclusive, community-centered synagogue on our little, remote island.
What does that even mean?
Support of the Jewish life of your choosing- without judgment
We don’t talk about levels of observance
No one is “more Jewish” than anyone else
All have equal access to the Torah and lifecycle events
Welcoming to all with a flexible dues plan
Preserving meaningful traditions and open to creating new ones
A voice in the direction your community is heading
Kabbalat Shabbat Services will lead by Rabbi Raanan starting at 6:30pm
Saturday, Aug 19th
Shabbat Morning Services are suspended until further notice
Sunday, Aug 20th
Israeli Folk Dance cancelled until further notice
Refuah Schleima- Prayer For Healing
Click Hereif you or a loved one would like to be added for a prayer for healing each week. No names will be read aloud without permission... names can be said privately by the rabbi.
JCM is here to support you and your loved ones, please let us know how we can help.
Important Information Regarding our Cemetery Due to recent incidents, we have received news from the staff at the Jewish Cemetery that for safety reasons, the stones or tz'rors placed on the headstones will be removed once a week during cleaning. We understand any concerns you may have. If you would like more information, please email admin@mauijews.com or call 808-874-5397. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Yahrzeits Aug. 13-19
Arnold Heiman Arthur Mehl Benjamin F. Mensh Daniel Bloom Edward Yehuda Krupnick Ernestine Brandes Gertrude August Irving Levin Jack M Sklar Justin Alan Nathan Les Barreaux Marilyn Teitelbaum Melvin Deichman Shirley Gordon Simon David Susanne Sydney Sydney Elfand Ted Kraftsow Zipporah Goldstein
Join us for services on Friday to recite Mourner's Kaddish
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
The mission of the Jewish Congregation of Maui is to support and inspire Jewish religious and cultural practices for Maui residents and visitors, provide and encourage Jewish education and life cycle services, and engage the Jewish community with religious services, classes, and events.
