Congregation Shaare Emeth is a compassionate and inclusive community that makes Judaism relevant, meaningful and joyful.

Sandy's Judaica Closed This Friday

Sandy's Judaica will be closed during the day this Friday, May 24. We apologize for the inconvenience. It will be open Friday evening 5-6 p.m. before service, however, as usual. 

Monday, June 3, 9:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

Adult University is back! A full day of learning starts with a continental breakfast and includes a lunch catered by Orlando's. Choose from six different Israel-themed classes, and hear from keynote speaker Dr. Nancy E. Berg, Professor of Hebrew and Comparative Literature at Washington University.

View the complete class schedule and registration form

Cost is $15 for the entire day. RSVP and enrollment fee must be received by noon, Wednesday, May 29, to ensure a lunch reservation.

Camp Emeth Night at the Ballpark
Benefitting the Camp Emeth Scholarship Funds
Monday, June 17, 6:05 p.m.

Cards vs. Cubs

Ticket Cost: $22 ($41 face value)
Bonus: Enjoy the 7th Inning Stretch with selected Camp Emeth campers singing!
Raffle: Buy a raffle ticket to win an onfield visit for two!
Questions and Tickets: Contact Jodi Miller at 314-692-5362 or buy ballgame and raffle tickets online in the Members Only Section using your family's login ID and password (every Member Family has one; call the Office if you need yours).

Camp Emeth 25th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, July 20, 5:30-9:30 p.m. in the Camp Pavilion

Havdalah, food trucks, campfire, s'mores, activities for all ages, and Mack DaddyZ band on stage at 8 p.m. For more information or to RSVP, contact Jenn Sagett.

Sisterhood Installation of Officers and Awards Presentation
Sunday, June 9, 11:30 a.m.

Look for details in the June/July Bulletin and on the Sisterhood page.

Help Sisterhood Win $500!

Sisterhood has entered a photo in the Hallmark of Creve Coeur photo contest. Please stop in at the Hallmark (retirement center at 1 New Ballas Pl. behind Dierbergs West Oak) the week of May 13, and vote for our picture. It will only take a minute, and the Sisterhood could win $500! Call the Hallmark at 314-432-5200 for more information.

Seniors Luncheon
Monday, May 20, noon at United Hebrew

Featuring Frank and Friends musical entertainment from the '20s to the '60s. Call Cori at UH, 314-469-0700, for more information or to make your reservations.

First Annual MOSHE Golf Outing
Sunday, June 9, 8 a.m. at Crystal Quarry Golf in Maryland Heights

The Men of Shaare Emeth will hold a four-man scramble and are looking to get as many teams as possible. If you do not have a team we will pair you with other members. RSVP to Ken Levine, 314-249-0093. Lets get everyone involved in this event and have a great time! Cost: $46 per golfer; includes a shared cart.

New B'nai El FAQs

We now have FAQs about our new collaboration with B'nai El. Read them here.

ReformJudaism.org Officially Launched

The first website to approach Jewish life, practice, learning, and social justice from a modern Jewish perspective is now out of beta mode and fully live. Check out ReformJudaism.org today.

Ask a rabbi a question (If our baby is circumcised in the hospital, can the ceremony of a bris still be held?), check out a webinar (Meanings and Melodies of Hanukkah), download parenting podcasts, join RAC's most recent advocacy campaigns, and more. 

SETYG Board Announced

Congratulations to the following 2013-14 SETYG Board Members:

President - Jordyn Miller
Co-Programming Vice Presidents - Benjamin Pomerantz and Molly Thal
Social Action Vice President - David Thal
Religious and Cultural Vice President - Miranda Rubin
Membership Vice President - Sam Shabsin
Co-Communications and Visuals Vice Presidents - Michelle Bennett and Sarah Goldblum
Special Projects Coordinator - Avi Levine
Fundraising Vice President - Shana Waldman
Future Leaders Coordinator - Elana Stettin

All 9th through 12th graders are invited to be a part of SETYG, Shaare Emeth Temple Youth Group. For more information, contact Jodi Miller, 314-692-5365.

Pride Fest Volunteers and Attendees Needed
Saturday-Sunday, June 29-30, Soldier's Memorial Park

We need marchers for the Sunday parade; volunteers to staff the Jewish Community tent and pass out materials from the various participating organizations (2-hour shifts both days); and, of course, people to attend Pride Fest! Please contact Eileen Powers, 314-968-1730, for more details. People of all ages & persuasions are welcome. Let's see an even bigger crowd from Shaare Emeth this year!

Camp Emeth T-Shirt Sponsors

As you may know, we require camp staff to wear a Camp Emeth staff shirt every day of the week. This helps us maintain a level of safety for the children by making our staff recognizable at all times. For the past few years, companies have sponsored our shirts and were recognized on the back.

If you have a business you would like to advertise on the back of our shirts, please fill out this form. Just think what a great walking billboard the Camp Emeth shirts will be for your business!  

May is Jewish Heritage Month!

Read more about it at jewishheritagemonth.gov or read the President's 2013 Proclamation at
whitehouse.gov.

Merger Discussions

Original Letter to Congregants

News Release

Shaare Emeth and Temple Israel Frequently Asked Questions

Thank you to those who attend and brought their questions to one of our three town hall meetings. If you'd like to find out more about the process, please read the entire letter from Congregation President Joe Pereles (both sent to Shaare Mail subscribers by email and snail mailed to all Members on 4/17), read the FAQs above, submit your questions to president@shaare-emeth.org.

Boston Relief Fund Established

In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon Tragedy, Combined Jewish Philanthropies (Greater Boston's Jewish Federation) created the CJP Boston Relief Fund to present a unified response of support from the Jewish community. Funds raised will be donated directly to the One Fund Boston, Inc., created by Governor Deval Patrick and Mayor Tom Menino, to help those most affected by the events. Donate now through Jewish Federation of St. Louis's webpage.

Future Israel Trips

Help us plan for future trips by completing this one-question survey.

Music for Lifelong Achievement/St. Louis Symphony Musical Instrument Drive

Have an instrument sitting around not being used? Bring it to the Temple Office for use by under-served music programs! All conditions accepted. 

Ronald McDonald House

Collect soda tabs and place them in the collection jug on the Temple Lobby Tzedakah Center counter. Ronald McDonald House will use the scrap metal money earned to help families.

Knitting with Chesed Needs Yarn and Knitters

Knitting with Chesed (Knitting with Kindness) is looking for knitters and would also welcome scarves or laprobes. If you would like to donate items for their efforts, please take materials to the bin at the Temple Lobby Tzedakah Center.

HKJFP Food Drive

Feed and care for the hungry and needy by bringing shelf-stable foods to the Temple Entrance collection bin. Collection goes to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry.

MOSHE: Men of Shaare Emeth

MOSHE gives the Congregation's men an opportunity to provide service to the Temple, social action in the community, and camaraderie and fellowship. For more information, contact Neil Elias at 314-504-7465 or Ken Levine at 314-249-0093. Please join us and help MOSHE make the world a better place.

Please connect with us on Facebook! Join the MOSHE Facebook Group and be linked to the latest info, happenings and events. 

Scrip Cards as Teacher Gifts!

With the end of the school year quickly approaching, we wanted to remind you that Scrip cards make perfect gifts for your favorite teachers. We have a large variety of gift cards in stock but can place additional orders as needed. Please use the order form below or call Paige with your request, 314-692-5306. 

Scrip order form