Israel: Related Stories
A Special Letter From Rabbi Kedar - January 8th 2009
Rabbi Kedar's thoughts on Family, Israel and the War
An American Jew's Perspective on Israel
January 9, 2009.
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Voice Your Support
The Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations has created a dedicated email address (solidaritywithisrael@conferenceofpresidents.org) for messages of support to the Israeli government and the Israel Defense Force. You can also help by writing and submitting op-eds, letters to the editor, and editorials in support of Israel to news publications.
Executive Committtee
Sisterhood Executive Committee
President, Carol Berger
Executive VPs, Molly Hershenhouse and Lara Kunz
Administration & Membership VP, Susi Goldstein
Fundraising VP, Dolly DeCaro
Program & Human Services VP, Gloria Marron
Religion & Education VP, Jackie Edelson
Past-Presidents' Council Co-Chairs, Jennifer Cramer and Susan Jones
Secretary, Lynn Bernstein
Ritual Subcommittees and Projects
Festival Task Force
Programs to celebrate festivals, educate and encourage adult participation.
Kesher Interfaith
Kesher means "connections". Works with Glenview Community Church and Islamic Center Mosque in Northbrook.
Committees
BJBE's committees provide an opportunity for those who wish to get involved, whether in a specific project or the day-to-day activities of synagogue life. Please call Executive Director Marc Swatez in the BJBE office at 847-940-7575 for additional information or to join one of our committees.
Adult Education
Creates our adult education program, from ongoing classes to Scholars in Residence, with a focus on life-long learning.
Budget/Finance
Prepares the annual budget and assists in overseeing the financial transactions of the congregation.
Building & Grounds
Oversees the design, care and maintenance of the real and personal properties of the congregation.
Congregational Development
Develops and oversees all fundraising activities for the congregation, including the Endowment Fund, Restricted Funds, General Fund and our Sustaining Gifts Program.
Congregational Public Relations
Coordinates the promotion of BJBE to the public, maintains the congregational Web site, and oversees the bulletin and other communications.