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SISTERHOOD
Sisterhood is a warm, wonderful and vibrant organization
made up of the women of Temple Shearith Israel and
the surrounding community. We hold a variety of events,
activities and fund-raisers throughout the year that
include dinners, book discussions, workshops, parties
and operating the gift shop. We are continually growing
in size and enthusiasm and we welcome your support.
If you have any questions about Sisterhood, please
call the Temple's Office at (203) 438-6589.
BROTHERHOOD
The TSI Brotherhood is an organization that participates
in informative dinners, sporting events, community service
projects and networking opportunities. We have an annual
Kick Off Party in the fall and have hosted dinners with
guest speakers ranging from the CEO of a major internet
company to a NFL head linesman. The Brotherhood has organized
the Whitefish, our softball team, which plays on Sunday
mornings and flag football in the fall. We also lend
a helping hand to our Sisterhood for some of their events
and the Temple wherever possible. The Brotherhood consists
of residents of Ridgefield and neighboring communities
and diverse professions. Come and join us for one of
our events. If you would like to learn more about the
TSI Brotherhood, feel free to call (203) 438-6589 or
email us at SVMC46@aol.com.
ADULT CHOIR
The choir sings every month at the Music Shabbat, the
third Friday of each month. We rehearse at 7pm for the
8pm service. The choir also sings during the High Holydays
and rehearses during September. 22 members of the congregation
have joined the choir including three teenagers! We are
open to new members at anytime. A love for singing, harmonizing,
and Jewish prayer is important. The CD, A Sacred Spirit
showcases the choir during a Music Shabbat. Hadassah
Magazine said the choir had "exquisite harmonies".
We are extremely proud of our choir and the spirit they
share every time they are on the bima.
ADULT EDUCATION
Beginning Hebrew adult classes are held on Tuesday evenings
prior to the Adult education classes. For more information
contact Ms. Ronnie Thompson at Adamsloane@aol.com. Adult
education classes are held on twice a month on Tuesday
evenings. The subject matter is: "The Complete Idiot's
Guide Jewish Mysticism and Spirituality." A once-a-month "Learning
over Lunch" discusses a number of current topics,
including issues such as end-of-life issues, Jewish Views
on the Afterlife," life-cycle events, etc. Please
contact the Temple at 203-438-6589 for more information.
SOCIAL ACTION
Tikun Olam, the repair of our world, is but one of the
mitzvot we are commanded to fulfill. Here at TSI we try
to do our part while involving members of all ages. Social
Action projects and activities carry us through our year.
We begin with our High Holiday Food Drive for the local
food pantry. In the fall we collect men's clothing to
take on a Midnight Run for the homeless of New York City.
Chanukah always brings a Chanukah gift collection for
needy children in Brooklyn. Three times a year we gather
for "Cookin' For The Kitchen" when food is
prepared by Temple families and delivered to a local
soup kitchen. Various collections have included children's
winter coats and "gently loved" stuffed animals.
We are always open to new ideas and projects and always
open to new participants. Come join us!
RITUAL COMMITTEE
This committee performs the nuts and bolts work for the
holidays, Shabbat and other religious events. We usually
meet once per month to plan for upcoming events such
as the High Holidays and the model Seder. We work closely
with the Rabbi and Cantor as well as other committees.
We welcome new members. If you're interested in joining,
please call the temple's office at 203-438-6589.
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