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A message from Mitch Berman
JCM Board Member 

As  Passover approaches, we invite you to join us on Saturday evening, April 12 and to update you on the status of Jewish Congregation of Maui (JCM).  For nearly four decades, JCM has been a cornerstone of our community, once the island's only synagogue. A recent letter addressed our challenges and concerns for our future, highlighting the critical moment we face, much like standing before the Red Sea. During Passover, a time that symbolizes the journey from slavery to freedom, we must focus on nurturing our community and fostering joy in our unique Hawaiian setting. The arrival of the first Torah in Hawaii in 1886, brought by businessman Elias Abraham Rosenberg, reminds us of our rich heritage and the importance of embracing the Aloha Spirit while honoring our Jewish identity.

As we confront multigenerational trauma and rising antisemitism, we must promote compassion and understanding. With the upcoming departure of our dedicated executive director, Kalo Yujuico, we need to envision our next steps amidst challenges like COVID, the Maui Wildfire, and internal divisions. However, we have valuable resources, including a fully paid building in Kihei, which we can enhance for future generations. 

As a community, we still have much to celebrate and be grateful for:
- Our fully paid building in Kihei is a strong foundation with room for enhancements.
- Our school is poised for expansion, offering exciting growth opportunities.
- Our Friday night services feature diverse Rabbis and enriching Saturday services.
 
We have successfully hosted remarkable events and services, thanks to the efforts of Barbara, Sam, Capn Dave, Cynthia, Rabbi Ken, Rabbi Daniel, and Kalo who will be greatly missed.
In response to the Maui Wildfire, we provided financial support to affected Jewish members through the Weinberg Foundation and Jewish Community Services.  Aiko Lindsey serves as our full-time Case Manager, offering vital assistance to those in need. Looking ahead, we are upgrading the synagogue with new fencing, windows, doors, and security cameras, funded by grants from the State of Hawaii and Maui County.

​​​​​​​Join us for Passover, where membership offers a discounted rate through June 2026. We invite community members with skills in people, business, and marketing to attend the next Board Meeting and support our rebuilding efforts.

Whether you're at our table or celebrating from afar, may you have a meaningful Passover 

Thank you, Mahalo, Toda Raba.
Mitch Berman, JCM Board Member.

Due to the preparation of Passover Seder there are no services on Friday, April 11th.  We apologize for any inconvenience and mahalo for your understanding. 

Please see below for future services this month

Future  Shabbat Services
Friday,  April 18th  - Services led by Cynthia and Michael  Lebowitz
Friday,  April 25th - Services led by Rabbi Ken Aronowitz from Oahu

We look forward to your presence.

Friday, April 11th

 No services this week due to Pesach seder preparations

Saturday, April12th
6:00pm
 

Stayed tuned to future
morning services
Join us for Pesach Seder 

Prayer For Healing
  Click here if you or a loved one would like to be added for a prayer for healing each week. Names will be read aloud unless instructed otherwise
Names can be said privately by the Rabbi or layleader. 

JCM is here to support you and your loved ones,please let us know how we can help.

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Yahrzeits
April 6th - 12th
Adolph Mehl
Alexander Estrella
Aranka Mehl
Benjamin C. Gordon
Boris Smilove
Harry Survetnick
Heather R. Saxe
Helen Weil
Herbert Herrman
Mollye Goldberg
Morris Climan
Myrle Monson
Nandoo Dhende
Paul Beranbaum
Philip O. Shultz
Rhoda (Rivka) Glickman
Rose Greenstein
Russell Bennett Mastroff
Sherwood Berman
Solomon Zenati
Walter Heller
Baila Klein
Join us for services on Fridays to recite Mourner's Kaddish
If you wish to have the Yahrzeit of a loved one added to the newsletter and mentioned during Shabbat service please contact Kalo at jcmmauujews@gmail.com.

The Jewish Congregation of Maui
Beit Shalom Synagogue
Kihei, HI 96753