May 17, 2008   12 Iyyar 5768
Bet Harim - Kalispell, MT
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Bet Harim, House of the Mountains, is a Reform Jewish Congregation located in the Flathead Valley of Montana, from Polson to Kalispell and on to Whitefish. Our Vision is to create a Jewish spiritual, social and educational atmosphere that is relevant to the practice of Judaism in Montana.  We blend traditional Jewish practice with the personal experience of participation in services, a love of the outdoors, a strong commitment to community and an inclusive and welcoming manner that satisfies the needs of both Jewish anf interfaith familes. 

Bet Harim is a member community of MAJCO, the Montana Association of Jewish Communities, MHRN, the Montana Human Rights Network and is affiliated with URJ, the Union for Reform Judaism.  See http://www.urj.org for more information.


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 SPECIAL SHABBAT SERVICE

JUNE 20, 2008

RABBI SECHER'S INSTALLATION

See Below - Next Major Events

 

Next Major Event(s)  
The next board meeting will be Thursday, May 8, 2008 at the GUUF, 6:30 PM. Remember - Board meeting's are open to all members of Bet Harim. Call 756-5159 or write to bet_harim@yahoo.com if you wish to attend.
Rabbi Secher will lead the Sabbath dinner and services on Friday, May 30, 2008 beginning at 6:00 pm at the Glacier Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall at 1515 Trumble Creek Rd. in Kalispell. See below for directions Services will begin with candle lighting at 6:00 followed by a potluck dinner and the service between dinner and dessert.
Hilary Barshay will lead the Sabbath dinner and services on Friday, June 6, 2008 beginning at 6:00 pm at the Glacier Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall at 1515 Trumble Creek Rd. in Kalispell. See below for directions.
Rabbi Secher will lead the Sabbath dinner and services on Friday, June 20, 2008 beginning at 6:00 pm at the Glacier Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall at 1515 Trumble Creek Rd. in Kalispell. THIS SHABBAT IS SPECIAL in that we will celebrate Rabbi Secher's installation and are honored to have members of the Leo and Libby Nevas Foundation in attendance. Please plan to be with us to meet and greet Rabbi Secher and to celebrate Bet Harim's exciting plans for the future. See below for directions
Beth Shalom of Bozeman is hosting the annual gathering of Montana Jewry on June 27th, 28th and 29th. The Shabbaton of the Montana Association of Jewish Communities (MAJCO) offers an opportunity to meet Jews from around the State. The Shabbaton will have options for kids and includes a dinner at Starky's with music, rabbi-led services, workshops and a Torah Trek. Contact Aaron Weissman at arron@weissman.com or Josh Burnim at joshburnim@gmail.com for details.
Bet Harim's 3rd Annual Mentor Award Dinner, Silent/Live Auction will be held at the O'Shaughnessy Cultural Center in Whitefish on September 13, 2008 5:30 pm. This year we are proud to announce that Craig Aasved, CEO of North Valley Hospital in Whitefish, will be the recipient of our 2008 Mentor Award. Under Craig's leadership the new North Valley Hospital realized its dream of becoming Montana's leading facility dedicated to patient-centered care. If you wish to volunteer to help with the event - please contact the fundraiser chair Dayle Miller Hernandez at daylee16@centurytel.net or call 406-756-5159.
Schedule - We are still working on the schedule for the Adult Torah Study and the children/family Jewish Religious education classes. Please let us know of your interest and watch the website, newsletter and email for more information. Call or send email to sign up.
SHABBAT SERVICES - the 1st Friday of each month at 7:00 pm (Dessert Oneg to follow). CHILDRENS EDUCATION - call for additonal info. ADULT TORAH STUDY - the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm beginning in January 2007. Call the BET HARIM phone line (756-5159) or email bet_harim@yahoo.com for details & location. FOR A COMPLETE DETAILED LISTING OF ALL UPCOMING EVENTS - NAVIGATE TO THE CALENDAR PAGE - UPCOMING EVENTS - DETAILED CALENDAR OF EVENTS.
PASSOVER 2008  
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Of Special Interest  
Bet Harim is about to take a giant step forward. We are excited to announce that the Connecticut-based Leo and Libby Nevas Family Foundation has awarded Bet Harim a three-year matching funds challenge grant to assist us in engaging professional part-time rabbinical leadership. We would like to thnak the Nevas Family Foundation and family members for this wonderful opportunity they have given us.
Many heartfelt thanks to Gina, Greg, Forest and Vale Nelson for their dedicated efforts and support in making this years Passover Seder a succesful event. Special thanks to Forrest for acquiring and preparing the fine Big Horn sheep, Rabbi Secher for his enthusiam in leading our Seder, to all who helped set up tables, chairs and food and to those that helped with the most-dreaded task of all - cleanup. "PASSOVER 2008 PHOTOS WILL BE POSTED ON THE WEBSITE" If you want us to email any photos (high resolution) - please provide name and email and send to bet_harim@yahoo.com.
The Central Conference of American Rabbis has shipped Bet Harim's copies. If you ordered personal copies and have not received them yet - please call the Bet Harim hotline for delivery. Please bring personal copies when you come to Shabbat services since we have limited congregation owned copies.
If you are interested in placing an announcement or ad in the newsletter - please emails bet_harim@yahoo.com with your business card or special notice. Per issue price : business card size $4.00; 1/4 page - $7.50; 1/2 page - $14.00; full page - $25.00
Experienced Jewish mother from the east coast would love to prepare homemade Jewish food in your home for family and friends. Specialties include chopped liver, brisket, kugel, blintzes, New York cheesecake and many more dishes. Not limited to Jewish cuisine - excellent references provided - call Lois at 406-314-4722.
We are looking to the community for leadership and need your help. Volunteer to serve on the Board of Directors (in any capacity). Remember Shabbat Services, High Holy Days, holidays and social events only happen when we all contribute. Write to bet_harim@yahoo.com or call 756-5159 and ask how you can help.
This Months Poll Question  
In order to schedule a Torah study group - the Board would like to know: What would be your desire as to the best weekend day & time?
STUMPTOWN FAMILY NIGHT  
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ANNUAL MENTOR AWARD FUNDRAISER 2007  
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IMPORTANT - TRAVEL/EXPENSE REPORT FORM  

 

Travel/Expense Report Form

CLICK WEB PAGE ABOUT US - THEN CLICK FORMS AND DOWNLOAD PDF TO YOUR COMPUTER OR PRINTER

Havurot  

A Havurah is a small group of BET HARIM members who get together occassionally to socialize, celebrate holidays, perform Shabbat services, book club and in general discuss Jewish topics and current events of interest to Montana Jews.  If you wish to sponsor a Havurah in your home or other venue please call the BET HARIM "hotline" at 406-756-5159 or write bet_harim@yahoo.com to make arrangements. 

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The Jewish Community of the Flathead Valley, Bet Harim

P.O. Box 1774

Whitefish, MT 59937

P.O. Box 364

Kalispell, MT 59903-0364

(406) 756-5159

 

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