Annual Members Meeting June 29th - JCM Board Elections
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The ballots for this year's election has been sent. If you are a member that has a current full single or family membership* that hasn't received a ballot please check your SPAM or junk folder. It should be coming from electionrunner.com titled JCM ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING BALLOT- 2025/2026. If your ballot is still not found, please contact jcmmauijews@gmail.com. Last day to vote is Sunday, June 29th before the Annual Members Meeting.
Meet our nominee Joel Eser Richman
Joel Richman, a promising lawyer hailing from Massachusetts, found his passion for windsurfing leading him to Maui over four decades ago, where he pursued a career as a professional windsurfer. Despite his love for the sport, his dedication to law remained strong.
After three years on the island, he successfully carved out a niche by representing windsurfing professionals and businesses, merging his two passions. Deeply connected to his Jewish heritage, he co-founded the Jewish Congregation of Maui, which began as a small gathering of individuals from diverse backgrounds meeting on the beach and has since grown to include the only synagogue on the island, located in Kihei, which he played a key role in acquiring. Now, he is rejoining the board to help revitalize and strengthen the congregation once more.
Your vote is important, even with a single nominee so we encourage you to participate. Mahalo.
*Members that hold a visiting single or family membership, associate are not eligible to vote. If you have questions, please contact jcmmauijews@gmail.com
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.
Voting Process: Online ballots have been sent via email made available for your convenience. You can cast your vote electronically from the comfort of your home. If you prefer, when you join us in person on June 29, 2025, you can cast your vote at the designated voting station in the synagogue before the meeting.
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 Barbara Cooper-babspip@mac.com; Dorothy Tolliver- 2425047@gmail.com; Nicole Lasko-nicolasko74@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 for Shabbat service Friday, June 27th led by Sam Shnider
Please see details below
Sam serves as a volunteer officiant at the Jewish Congregation of Maui, Beit Shalom, while also practicing law full-time in Wailuku, HI. Originally from Israel, he studied at the Har Etzyon Yeshiva in Alon Shevut and has led services in various locations, including Beersheva, Jerusalem, Brooklyn's Congregation B'nai Avraham, Midtown Chabad in New York, and Congregation Ohav Zedek in Bayonne, New Jersey.
After relocating to Maui in 2013, he met and married Moriah Diamond, the owner of the charming Cat Cafe in Kahului, a non-profit dedicated to finding homes for stray and abandoned cats. In addition to guiding Shabbat and holiday services, including the upcoming Passover Seder, Sam is a member of JCM's Board of Directors and conducts a weekly midrash. We appreciate his guidance, dedication and commitment.
Please note the corrected time below. Doors Open at 6:00pm Service starts at 6:30pm
Kiddush and Hamotzi to follow after service
Feel free to join us online by visiting: Zoom Link Meeting ID: 528 461 9173 Passcode: 1818
Stay tuned for July schedule of services
Mahalo in advance for your presence and Shabbat Shalom!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in our Morning Shabbat Children's program last week; it was a joy to see so many families come together. A Big Mahalo to the Kalkstein Family for organizing an engaging program led by Josh, and to Stacey for providing a delightful oneg after the service.
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting more children's Shabbat services in the future, so stay tuned for updates. This program serves as an excellent introduction to Bat and Bar Mitzvah preparations, helping participants become familiar with the service, and it’s also a welcoming space for those new to or simply curious about Judaism.
The future of the Jewish people lies in the hands of the children! We look forward having you join and learn with us!
Join us Monday evenings at JCM for Maui Midrash. Class starts at 6:30pm and is being taught by Sam Shnider. 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!
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 27th Doors open at 6:00pm Shabbat services starts at 6:30pm
Led by Sam Shnider
Saturday, June 28th
Stay tuned for upcoming servces
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 22nd-28th Anne Barry Charles Shafer Eugene Allen Janice Frank Jeannie Sternberg Lawrence Boxer Leslie A. Granat Linda Goldstein Madeline B. Miller Miriam Shafer Pat Levinsky Pauline Green Pearl Harris Rae Brown Sally Levy Sophie Survetnick Sylvia Tuckman Viola Bellach 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
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.
