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Mishpachot Emanu-El Babies: Mondays 5/15-6/5 10:00 am
Mishpachot Emanu-El Babies: Mondays 5/15-6/5
May 15 @ 10:00 am – Jun 5 @ 11:30 am
NEW PRICE!Drop-ins welcome!Our Mishpachot Emanu-El program for Babies introduces our youngest children (0-16 months) to a preschool environment with their parent(s) by their side. Our weekly meetings will be guided by esteemed early childhood educator, … Continued
Mishpachot Emanu-El Toddlers: Wednesdays 5/17-6/7 10:00 am
Mishpachot Emanu-El Toddlers: Wednesdays 5/17-6/7
May 17 @ 10:00 am – Jun 7 @ 11:15 am
Wednesdays 10:00-11:15 amDates: 5/17, 5/24, 5/31 and 6/7Our Mishpachot Emanu-El program for Toddlers introduces some of our youngest children to a preschool environment with their parent(s) by their side. Our weekly meetups will include music, nosh … Continued
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A Special L’hitraot Tot Shabbat – (6/2/23) 5:00 pm
A Special L’hitraot Tot Shabbat – (6/2/23)
Jun 2 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
A Very Special Tot Shabbat!Not goodbye, just see you soon! This will be a commemorative Shabbat service and celebration, as it is our last in our beloved building during construction. We will nosh delicious cupcakes, … Continued
Shabbat Service (6/2/23) 6:00 pm
Shabbat Service (6/2/23)
Jun 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Services this Friday, June 2nd at 6:00 pm!Led by Rabbis Beth Singer and Ryan Bauer with Cantors Arik Luck and Marsha Attie. They will be joined by our newly ordained … Continued
Rolling on Shabbos at Presidio Bowl – YA Event 8:00 pm
Rolling on Shabbos at Presidio Bowl – YA Event
Jun 2 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sorry Walter, we are Rolling on Shabbos! Join Emanu-El's Young Adult Community for a fun evening of bowling at Presidio Bowl on June 2nd from 8-10 pm. Practice your swing, enjoy a drink by the … Continued
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Torah Study 9:15 am
Torah Study
Jun 3 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Each week, a member of our clergy leads a group in Torah Study, followed by Mourner’s Kaddish and Healing Prayer. We are back to hybrid. Please check the Torah Study session webpage for more information, or … Continued
Shabbat Morning Service – William Portnoy (Main) 9:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service – William Portnoy (Main)
Jun 3 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Morning Services in our Main Sanctuary along with one of our b'nei mitzvah celebrants! To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: Service will be … Continued
Shabbat Morning Service – Rachel Cohn (Main) 11:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service – Rachel Cohn (Main)
Jun 3 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Morning Services in our Main Sanctuary along with one of our b'nei mitzvah celebrants! To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: Service will be … Continued
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Emanu-El Next Groundbreaking Celebration 11:00 am
Emanu-El Next Groundbreaking Celebration
Jun 4 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Emanu-El Next Groundbreaking Celebration.Join us for our ceremonial groundbreaking and joyful community celebration!Sunday, June 4, 11:00 am – 1:00 pmFood, music, learning and fun! All ages welcome.Together, let's be part of What's NEXT!Event Signup
TEST: Emanu-El Next Groundbreaking Celebration 11:00 am
TEST: Emanu-El Next Groundbreaking Celebration
Jun 4 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Emanu-El Next Groundbreaking Celebration.Join us for our ceremonial groundbreaking and joyful community celebration!Sunday, June 4, 11:00 am – 1:00 pmFood, music, learning and fun! All ages welcome.Together, let's be part of What's NEXT!Event Signup
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Shabbat Service – Celebrating Rabbi Rodich (6/9/23) 6:00 pm
Shabbat Service – Celebrating Rabbi Rodich (6/9/23)
Jun 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Services this Friday, June 9th at 6:00 pm!​Our entire community will celebrate Rabbi Rodich for his outstanding eight years as our rabbi. Following Shabbat services, we'll have a special Oneg … Continued
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Torah Study 9:15 am
Torah Study
Jun 10 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Each week, a member of our clergy leads a group in Torah Study, followed by Mourner’s Kaddish and Healing Prayer. We are back to hybrid. Please check the Torah Study session webpage for more information, or … Continued
Shabbat Morning Service – A. Menger-Thau & C. Brown (Main) 11:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service – A. Menger-Thau & C. Brown (Main)
Jun 10 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Morning Services in our Main Sanctuary along with one of our b'nei mitzvah celebrants! To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: Service will be … Continued
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Men’s Group Meeting – June 11, 2023 9:30 am
Men’s Group Meeting – June 11, 2023
Jun 11 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Dear Gentlemen of the El, Please join me on Sunday, June 11th from 9:30am – 11:00am for our Men’s Group gathering. We will meet at the home of a temple member.  Enjoy coffee and bagels and a chance to … Continued
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June Mishpachot Meet-Up 10:30 am
June Mishpachot Meet-Up
Jun 16 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Next meet-up is Friday, June 16!Location: TBDTime: 10:30 amMeeting Frequency:  Third Friday of the Month, locations will vary.Join us for a monthly neighborhood meet-up at various coffee shops around San Francisco! This is a chance … Continued
Shabbat Service (6/16/23) 6:00 pm
Shabbat Service (6/16/23)
Jun 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Services this Friday, June 16 at 6:00 pm!Led by Rabbi Ryan Bauer with Cantor Marsha Attie. To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the … Continued
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Rafting Adventure with YALC (with optional camping) 8:30 am
Rafting Adventure with YALC (with optional camping)
Jun 17 @ 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Calling all adventurers! Are you looking for a super full day of whitewater rafting on a river that’s just packed with fun, excitement, and thrills? Join Emanu-El's Young Adult Community for an incredible Rafting Experience. … Continued
Torah Study 9:15 am
Torah Study
Jun 17 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Each week, a member of our clergy leads a group in Torah Study, followed by Mourner’s Kaddish and Healing Prayer. We are back to hybrid. Please check the Torah Study session webpage for more information, or … Continued
Shabbat Morning Service – Cameron Axelbaum (Main) 9:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service – Cameron Axelbaum (Main)
Jun 17 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Morning Services in our Main Sanctuary along with one of our b'nei mitzvah celebrants! To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: Service will be … Continued
Shabbat Morning Service – Lev and Sasha Resnikoff (Main) 11:30 am
Shabbat Morning Service – Lev and Sasha Resnikoff (Main)
Jun 17 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Join us for In-Person Shabbat Morning Services in our Main Sanctuary along with one of our b'nei mitzvah celebrants! To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: Service will be … Continued
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Torah Study 9:15 am
Torah Study
Jun 24 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Each week, a member of our clergy leads a group in Torah Study, followed by Mourner’s Kaddish and Healing Prayer. We are back to hybrid. Please check the Torah Study session webpage for more information, or … Continued
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Tzedek Collective Ukraine Support

Congregation Emanuel-El is partnering with HIAS to sponsor resettlement of a family displaced by the war in Ukraine. Please donate, volunteer or join our lead Welcome Circle.

Our Mission:

  • To respond to humanitarian need by welcoming a Ukrainian family of four to five people, providing complete financial support and all necessary services until self-sufficiency

Fundraising goal minimum of $36,000: 

  • Be a lead donor with donation of $500 – $1,000+ before Wednesday, May 31
  • Giving amounts begin at $18
  • Donors will receive updates on the family’s journey and their resettlement

Please sign up to help with any of these areas of need: 

  • Grocery shopping/meal preparation
  • Identifying affordable housing/short-term lease prospects
  • Collecting donated furniture and home goods
  • Transporting large items
  • Tutoring/educational support
  • Assistance with accessing mental health and other social resources
  • Translation services
  • Legal/immigration services
  • Job readiness/job search support
  • Welcome Circle: Join an eight-person team committed to providing comprehensive support during a six-month resettlement period
  • Other support not listed above

Welcome Circle Members:

  • A Welcome Circle is a group of 5-8 core members who provide resettlement and emotional support to newcomers for six months until they reach self-sufficiency. 
  • Roles will include leads for each of the following areas: 1) Leader/Coordinator 2) House & Basic Necessities 3) Finance & Budget 4) Benefits & Healthcare 5) Welcoming & Local Orientation 6) Education & Language 7) Employment 8) Documentation & Legal
  • Welcome Circle will include 2 to 3 Ukrainian and/or Russian speaking members
  • Commitment: Be or become an expert in your lead area, commitment to devote approximately 5 hours per week initially (tapering off over time), minimize personal/work travel during six month period, responsiveness and resourcefulness is key
  • Contact Julie Weinberg at [email protected] if you are interested


Facts:

  • According to the UN Refugee Agency estimates, there are more than 7.7 million Ukrainian refugees across Europe and more than 6.9 million displaced persons inside Ukraine
  • The number of HIAS Welcome Circles in the United States reached more than 100 in March 2023; 32 circles have helped Afghan families and 70 circles have formed to help Ukrainian families
  • Several reform synagogues including Temple Peninsula Sholom in Burlingame, Beth Am in Seattle and Wise Temple in Cincinnati have successfully resettled families, and are serving as models for us

FAQs:

  • What is the current situation and what is the need? Last year the Biden administration announced that it would allow 100,000 Ukrainians and others to come to the U.S. through a range of legal pathways, including the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. On April 21, 2022 President Biden announced Uniting for Ukraine, a new process to provide opportunities for Ukrainian citizens who have fled Russia’s aggression to come to the United States. This process provides a pathway for Ukrainians to apply for humanitarian parole for a period of two years.
  • Why is Congregation Emanuel-El getting involved? The Tzedek Collective, our social justice committee, brought this idea to our clergy because it is aligned with our values and being displaced is something we can all relate to personally. While its is a big undertaking, we have garnered the support of clergy and the board through our passion for this project. Also we know from your response to the Ukrainian toiletry drive this past month, our congregants will rise to the occasion.
  • Why partner with HIAS? HIAS helps refugees from around the world who are in danger because of who they are, regardless of race, religion, and nationality. Since the inception of the Welcome Circle program in late 2021, HIAS has trained, vetted, certified, and provided ongoing guidance to more than 100 circles across 20 states in the U.S., serving nearly 400 individuals to date. In Europe, HIAS has launched circles in 11 countries, and has served more than 700 displaced Ukrainians.
  • What resources will HIAS provide? In the U.S., HIAS works closely with Welcome Circles all over the country, providing volunteers with a wide range of support on all aspects of refugee resettlement, including dedicated support, specially developed resources, and access to a vibrant, online community. 
  • What is a HIAS Welcome Circle? A Welcome Circle is a group of individuals who provide financial, resettlement, and emotional support to newcomers for six months until they reach self-sufficiency. 
  • What are the Welcome Circle requirements? Most circles have 5-8 core members who lead on different tasks, such as finding housing, signing up for benefits, helping enroll children in school, and assisting adults with job readiness and employment. Members must pass mandatory background checks as part of their application process, as well as online knowledge assessment to demonstrate completion of a required online course that provides information on expected roles/responsibilities of sponsor circles, how to prepare/organize for supporting Ukrainian newcomers, key considerations for sponsorship, and how to navigate challenges.
  • After we raised funds, what is the next step? Develop and submit a “Welcome Plan” which articulates the ways the Circle will connect newcomers to services during the initial resettlement phase. This plan will cover securing housing, accessing benefits, connecting to healthcare and education, and other forms of community orientation.
  • Are there concerns about settling a family in a city with high cost of living? There are many factors to consider when assessing how suited a community is for successful resettlement. There has been success in unexpected places; for example, HIAS clients have been successfully resettled in high-cost places like Westchester County, NY. Additionally, HIAS hopes to encourage as many Welcome Circles as possible to form in shared communities, so that Ukrainian refugees hopefully feel less alone.
  • How do I learn more? Contact Julie Weinberg at [email protected] or check out this Welcome Circles resource

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