Special Pre-Yom Kippur Message and Sermon Preview
09/28/2017 11:40:15 AM
Sep28
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The Road We've Travelled Together
09/20/2017 02:07:46 PM
Sep20
In the waning hours of the year, I find myself reflecting on the journey I have been on with my congregation over the past year, and over the past 3 years since I came to Richmond. I usually do a kind of "state of the shul" address on the 1st Day of Rosh Hashanah, but world affairs are calling me away from that tradition this year. There are other things that are demanding to be addressed.
Nevertheless, I can't help myself from...Read more...
Special Pre-Rosh Hashanah Message and Sermon Preview
09/18/2017 01:36:03 PM
Sep18
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This Weekend's Rally and TBE's response
09/15/2017 10:13:27 AM
Sep15
Dear Congregants,
A month ago, hundreds of white supremacists marched on Charlottesville. Dozens were injured. Three were killed. Now, those same forces of darkness are threatening to descend upon our Richmond community. (Click here for more information)
We at Temple Beth-El have been following these developments closely, and have been involved in many community conversations (with partners across the...Read more...
Tomorrow's Total Eclipse
08/20/2017 12:14:29 PM
Aug20
Dear friends, While we won't get to see a total eclipse here in Richmond tomorrow, many of us will nevertheless be taking some time to witness the "Great American Eclipse." Some will even be travelling to places where they will be able to view the wRead more...
Love Conquers Hate: Interfaith Prayer Vigil Tomorrow (Wednesday) Evening
08/15/2017 09:41:23 PM
Aug15
Dear friends, I know many of us are still reeling from what happened in Charlottesville, and continue to be on edge about the ascendance of virulent, emboldenedwhite supremacy in our country. In moments like these, in the face of hatred, bigotry,Read more...
After Charlottesville
08/13/2017 01:16:57 PM
Aug13
Dear Friends, After enjoying a beautiful Shabbat with our Temple Beth-El family, I was devastated to learn the news about what took place yesterdayin Charlottesville, a community that is close to us both physically and emotionally. You can read somRead more...
From Rabbi Knopf: exciting news!
08/10/2017 02:03:51 PM
Aug10
Dear friends, I am writing to share some exciting news with you This fall, I will begin LeadershipMetro Richmond LMR's Leadership Quest! It you are unfamiliar withLMR, it is a prestigious and selective leadership development organization that cRead more...
Hebrew Class Deadline TONIGHT
07/17/2017 12:19:03 PM
Jul17
Dear friends, Just a friendly reminder that tonight is the deadline to sign up for Rabbi Knopf's Hebrew Class that starts next Monday, July 24! Click here for details and to sign up.Read more...
Mazel Tov to Harry Hirsch, our first volunteer Shabbat Guest Speaker
07/07/2017 02:04:51 PM
Jul7
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Dear friends, I wanted to share with you an invitation I received from our friends in the Muslim community. They have invited usto join them for their First Annual Ramadan Community Potluck Dinner Iftar on Sunday, June 11thfrom745 pm to 93
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The Advice I Would Give New Rabbis
06/26/2017 11:31:09 AM
Jun26
…and, for that matter, all young leaders.
Along with a diverse group of rabbis, I recently completed the Clergy Leadership Incubator (CLI), a two-year fellowship program which...Read more...
6 Years as a Rabbi: What I’ve Learned
06/19/2017 12:33:13 PM
Jun19
A few weeks ago, I completed my sixth year as a rabbi. As I look ahead to the next stage of my professional life, I find myself reflecting on the wisdom I’ve gained on my journey so far. Much like I did when I finished my third year as a rabbi, I’ve taken the opportunity to write down some of things that I have learned during this time of my life. I hope you will find some of these reflections meaningful, and...Read more...
RVA Ramadan Community Potluck Iftar Dinner
06/04/2017 09:06:57 AM
Jun4
Dear friends, I wanted to share with you an invitation I received from our friends in the Muslim community. They have invited usto join them for their First Annual Ramadan Community Potluck Dinner Iftar on Sunday, June 11thfrom745 pm to 93Read more...
re: Refugee Seder
04/13/2017 02:46:20 PM
Apr13
Thank you for participating in our community Seder on Tuesday. Our special guests - refugee families living in Richmond - felt welcomed by our congregation. We learned from the refugees and Reestablish Richmond that the most pressing need is jobs. There are many educated and experienced refugees: computer techs, procurement experts, human resource experts, journalists, engineers, stonecutters, bricklayers, builders,...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation; An Evening w/Carol Rose
04/10/2017 05:02:28 PM
Apr10
30 Days of Liberation Day 29 - For all the drama and fireworks of the Exodus story, it sure seems like the Children of Israel end up right back where they started. When they migrate to Egypt, they are refugees, and when they leave Egypt, they are r30 Days of Liberation Day 29 - For all the drama and fireworks of the Exodus story, it sure seems like the Children of Israel end up right back where they started. When they migrate to Egypt, they are...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Days 27 & 28
04/09/2017 08:54:13 PM
Apr9
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 26
04/07/2017 05:33:40 PM
Apr7
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 25
04/06/2017 06:02:18 PM
Apr6
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 24
04/05/2017 06:02:15 PM
Apr5
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 23
04/04/2017 06:02:17 PM
Apr4
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdomThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 21 & 22
04/03/2017 06:02:21 PM
Apr3
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdomThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 20
04/01/2017 09:07:39 PM
Apr1
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdomThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should learn about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the 30 days prior to Passover, I...Read more...
April/May Bulletin, 30 Days of Liberation
03/31/2017 04:25:44 PM
Mar31
The AprilMay Bulletin is now online! Click here.The AprilMay Bulletin is now online! Click here. 
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Temple Beth-El
Read more... Beth-El in the News!
03/30/2017 05:40:33 PM
Mar30
Temple Beth-El has been highlighted by the Associated Press! For some, Passover Seder will address global refugee crisis Read the full article here.Temple Beth-El has been highlighted by the Associated Press! For some, Passover Seder will address global refugee crisis Read the full article here.
a message from Rabbi Knopf
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30 Days of Liberation: Day 16
03/28/2017 06:03:33 PM
Mar28
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Days 15, Seder Match Game
03/27/2017 05:10:30 PM
Mar27
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Days 13 & 14
03/26/2017 08:50:44 PM
Mar26
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 12, Hametz information
03/24/2017 05:02:33 PM
Mar24
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will...Read more...
30 Days of Liberation: Day 11; piece by Mark Sisisky
03/23/2017 06:02:36 PM
Mar23
The Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will offer a brief messagedrawn from the wisdom PassThe Talmud teaches that 30 days before Passover, we should start learning about theholiday and its meaning. In that spirit, I humbly offer "30 Days of Liberation." For each of the next 30 days, I will...Read more...
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