Annual Members Meeting June 29th - Shabbat services this weekend
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Friendly reminder for the Annual Members Meeting
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 Board andAnnual Members Meeting scheduled for June 29, 2025. This gathering provides us with an opportunity to come together as a community, reflect on the past year, and discuss plans for the future. We will be addressing key issues, sharing updates, and seeking your valuable input on matters important to our synagogue community.
Meeting Details: ● Date: June 29, 2025 ● Times: 11am-1pm Board Meeting. All are welcome but may be asked to briefly exit the synagogue if there is an executive session. 1pm-2pm - Annual Members Meeting. Light refreshments will be serve but everyone is welcome to bring kosher snacks or a dish to share. ● Location: Jewish Congregation of Maui, Beit Shalom Synagogue 634 Alulike St, Kihei, HI 96753.
We value your input and encourage you to take part in shaping the future of our community so we do hope you can join us.
If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to seeing you at the Annual JCM Members Meeting.
With warm regards, Jewish Congregation of Maui Board of Directors
Please join us this evening for Shabbat service Friday, June 20th led by Rabbi Ken Aronowitz from Oahu
Please see details below
Rabbi Ken has served as a guest High Holiday Cantor for over twenty years at Conservative and Reform congregations. During that time he worked alongside a distinguished group of Rabbis including Ed Feinstein, Daniel Gordis and Marc Gellman. In 1997 Ken made his way to Honolulu, Hawaii where he met the Jewish community of Oahu.
For over twenty years he became a fixture at Temple Emanu-El as Cantorial Soloist, Educator, Spiritual Leader and Rabbi until leaving the congregation in September 2021. He currently serves as a chaplain at Pali Momi Medical Center.
Rabbi Ken and his wife, Hinda Diamond, have two children, Kelvin and Jennie. We look forward to you joining us as we welcome Shabbat with Rabbi Ken.
Doors Open at 6:00pm Service starts at 6:30pm
Kiddush and Hamotzi to follow after service
Feel free to join us by visiting: Zoom Link Meeting ID: 528 461 9173 Passcode: 1818
Stay tuned for June schedule of services
Mahalo in advance for your presence and Shabbat Shalom!
Please join us this Saturday June 14 10AM - 11 AM for a Shabbat Morning Service for Kids! We're going to have fun, singing along to the most important and familiar prayers. This service will be one hour long.
This is a great way to get started on Bat/Bar Mitzvah preparations by getting familiar with the service. If you already had your Bat/Bar MItzvah - we need you! Come sing along....
Service led by Joshua Kalkstein Kiddush to follow by Stacey
Mahalo in advance for joining us.
Join us Monday evenings at JCM for Maui Midrash. Class starts at 6:30pm and is being taught by Sam Shnider. Next class will be on Monday, June 23rd. Look out for the weekly sourcesheet that will be available here.
If you can't join in person, click on the link to join us by Zoom:
Thank you to everyone who has participated recently to JCM's Maui Midrash. We look forward to your presence.
JCM is currently navigating serious financial challenges that jeopardize its operational stability. In light of this, we are reaching out for support, especially from individuals skilled in grant writing. This is a paid opportunity, and your expertise could significantly bolster our efforts to obtain crucial funding. For further information, please write to jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Additionally, we are looking to hire a Talmud Torah teacher to enrich our community's educational offerings and deepen our understanding of our traditions. If you are passionate about teaching and have relevant experience, please reach out to Nicole Lasko at nicolasko74@gmail.com.
Thank you for considering these opportunities to support JCM during this challenging time.
Join us in fostering unity by participating in upcoming events with fellow members of the Jewish community on Maui or supporting their business.
Although the following events, classes and businesses are not sponored by JCM (unless otherwise stated), remember sharing is caring, so feel free to spread the word.
Please note the location, date and times See details below!
Help Cat Cafe Maui get the #1 spot in the nation
Support our community member Moriah Diamond, the owner of Cat Cafe Maui and the wonderful wife of Sam Shnider, by helping her secure the title of the Best Cat Cafe in the nation.
If you're a cat or animal lover, stop by this cute feline shop and cuddle with the kitties.
Chabad of Maui
Mahjong games will back in July Please contact Ellen Levinsky at 808-385-4726 for time and location
Be part of the Mitzvah Committee!
Do you have a green thumb, sharp culinary skills, the gift of gab to connect wit people or want to fill your time with something that purposeful? You've come to the right place!
Our Mitzvah Committe is looking for volunteers that can help with our community garden, light office work, event set-up and more!
For details, email Kalo at jcmmaui@gmail.com and write "Mitzvah" in subject line.
Mahalo!
Due to a system glitch, many of you didn't receive our newletter earlier this week. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you are having issues with receiving our announcements, please contact jcmmauijews@gmail.com. for assistance. Mahalo for your undersanding.
Any changes and additions will be posted on the website calendar.
Friday, June 20th Doors open at 6:00pm Shabbat services starts at 6:30pm
Led by Rabbi Ken Aronowitz from Oahu
Saturday, June 21st Doors open at 9:30am Shabbat services starts at 10:00am
Led by Joshua Kalkstein
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.
- Yahrzeits June 15th -21st Allen Howard Urssing Anna Lipszyc Fischer Dr. Hannan Ezekiel Dr. Harold Berman Helen Louise Pass Helen Pass Herman Sands Irving Meyer Sachs Jerry Botknecht Mary Blake Mitchell Andrew Climan Morris Zimmerman Pauline Green Rose Lamm Sam Glass Sandra Kirsch Sarah Gerber Sheldon Joseph Miller Sherry Ann Dern Wilson P. Rappoport 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
Office Hours vary and visits are available by appointment.
Feel free to contact us anytime by email or phone.
Phone: 808-874-5397
Email: jcmmauijews@gmail.com
Shabbat Service - Friday, June 20th led by Rabbi Ken Aronowitz services start at 6:30pmSaturday, June 21st services start at 10am. Led by Joshua Kalkstein
There are no upcoming events at this time.
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