Our Leadership

Responsible for the development of programming for strategic planning, fundraising, congregational outreach and other activities significant to the growth of Temple B'nai Israel

Responsible for developing strategies and tactics designed to ensure our grounds and facility are maintained and improved throughout the life of the building, including development of specific projects, vendor relations and monitoring any issues pursuant to the operational activities related to the building and grounds.

Established to provide support for regular outbound communication protocols as well as ensuring all audio and visual programming is supported both technically and operationally. Included in this realm is the establishment of upgrades, vendor relations and technical support for systems and practices.

Advises the Board and the Treasurer on fiscal and financial governance matters. Oversees the work of the Treasurer. Manages Temple's investment portfolio. Recommends cash management strategies. Approves preliminary budget prepared by the Treasurer.

Responsible for providing and coordinating volunteer help and support for members in the event of sickness, hospitalization, incapacity or death of family members. Activities include: informing and working in concert with the Rabbi, galvanizing support from other congregational members, and providing for meals and transportation needs when appropriate. Prepare and maintain a checklist for shiva and mourning.

Our mission is to ENGAGE our congregation and the community in an array of Jewish learning experiences that encourages intellectual and social growth, builds a sense of community and responds to the diverse interest of our members. To that end, the committee will help structure  the annual adult education program for the congregation, seeking to deepen the understanding of Jewish religion, culture and history and how that coincides with the community at large.

Responsible for identifying and recruiting potential new members and maintaining a list of friends of the Congregation. Coordinates with the Communications Committee the development of appropriate membership and recruitment literature. Coordinates the programming, scheduling and organizing of membership and new members' events.

The Governance Committee's responsibilities include nominating Board and Officers for approval by the membership, ongoing Board and Officer succession planning, assisting with Board self-evaluation and orientation,  and Policy recommendations and changes as needed from time to time.

Oversees planning and organization, in cooperation with the Rabbi and Temple committees, of special social, cultural, membership and celebratory events. Coordinates with the Office Manager the scheduling of those events.

Recruit and schedule hosts for Onegs and Kiddushes.

Responsible for the operation of the Religious School, in consultation with the Rabbi, including staffing, curriculum, educational policies, creation of B'nai Mitzvah classes, human resource policies and scheduling special events for the school.

Consults and coordinates with the Rabbi on oversight of the ritual practices of the Temple, including the character and conduct of religious services, Bimah honors and Yahrzeit records.

To prepare and maintain a security policy for the Temple. To develop programs for habits of safety for people coming to the Temple. To secure the building and grounds to maintain freedom from danger.

Bringing the joy of music to enhance the worship, community and educational experience for all those in the Temple.

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