October 06, 2008   7 Tishrei 5769
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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Next Major Event(s)  
Announcement The NEXT BOARD MEETING (09/23/2008))
The next board meeting will be September 23, 2008 at GUUF, 6 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.
Event HEALING FOR THE HOLY DAYS - Connecting with the One
Ina Albert, author, workshop leader and health care communications professional, invites you to join her in a day of retreat and reflection, ritual and celebration - Connecting with The One . . .Healing for the Holidays. Connecting with The One begins by focusing on the fundamental prayer of Judaism that celebrates the world's first expression of monotheism and the Hebrew prayer at the time of Jesus. For people of all faiths - Saturday, September 27, 2008, 10 AM to 3 PM. Fee for the day is $25.00. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a towel, bathing suit and a pot luck contribution for lunch. Call Ina Albert at (406)863-2333 or (406)249-4642 for additional info and directions to hosting facility.
Event EREV ROSH HASHANA
Event ROSH HASHANA
Event SHABBAT SHUVA 10/03/2008
Rabbi Secher will lead the Shabbat Service on Friday, October 3, 2008, 6:00 PM at the GUUF facility (see below for directions). Candle lighting followed by pot-luck dinner followed by services. Please bring a pot-luck entre - dessert will be provided.
Event KOL NIDRE (10/08/2008)
Event YOM KIPPUR (10/09/2008)
Event YIZKOR (10/09/2008)
Event SUKKOT (10/17/2008)
Event SIMCHAT TORAH (10/19/2008)
Announcement ADULT TORAH STUDY (11/08/2008)
Adult Torah Study Saturday, (11/08/2008) - 10:00am till noon at the GUUF. Rabbi Secher will lead the group study which (if previous sessions hold true) promises to be an educational venture with much spirited discussion. JOIN US - YOU WILL COME BACK FOR MORE.
Announcement HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULE & COST
Services led by Rabbi Allen Secher and guest Cantor Jim Schulman. NOTE: Location for all services except SHABBAT SHUVA - MUSEUM at CENTRAL SCHOOL - 124 2nd Ave East - Kalispell September 29, 2008, 7:00PM - Erev Rosh Hashanah. September 30, 2008, 10AM-12:30PM - Rosh Hashanah - Tashlich (TBA) Oct 3, 2008, 6PM Shabbat Tshuva - pot-luck dinner - location GUUF Oct 8, 2008, 7PM - Kol Nidre Oct 9, 2008, 10AM-12:30 Yom Kippur ~ 4:30-7:30 Afternoon Service and Yizkor followed with light break-the-fast meal provided by BET HARIM COST: MEMBERS: NO COST ~ NON-MEMBERS: Adults (over 13)-ONE HOLIDAY (Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur) ~ $100.00. BOTH HOLIDAYS (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) ~ $175.00. Child Age (3-12)-ONE HOLIDAY ~ $20. BOTH HOLIDAYS ~ $30. JOIN BEFORE EREV ROSH HASHANAH AND ATTEND ALL SERVICES AS A MEMBER AT NO COST. WATCH THIS SITE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
Announcement SCHEDULED EVENTS (Unless Noted-this page)
SHABBAT SERVICES - typically the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month at 6:00 pm. Pot-luck dinner and services at the GUUF. Watch for any changes noted on this page. CHILDRENS EDUCATION - call for additonal info. ADULT TORAH STUDY - typically the 1st Saturday of each month at 10:00am - 12:00pm at the GUUF. Watch for any changes noted this page. Call the BET HARIM phone line (756-5159) or email bet_harim@yahoo.com for any questions or directions. FOR A COMPLETE DETAILED LISTING OF ALL UPCOMING EVENTS - NAVIGATE TO THE CALENDAR PAGE - UPCOMING EVENTS - DETAILED CALENDAR OF EVENTS.
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Of Special Interest  
Announcement BET HARIM RECEIVES GRANT FROM NEVAS FOUNDATION
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.
Announcement PASSOVER 2008 - AN OUTSTANDING SUCCESS
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.
Announcement NEWSLETTER ANNOUNCEMENTS
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
Announcement HOMEMADE JEWISH FOOD
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.
Announcement Support Your Congregation - SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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  
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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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