Welcome to Temple Beth Shalom!
Temple Beth Shalom is a dynamic congregation of about 100 families, under the leadership of Rabbi Michael Ross. Known as the Synagogue of the Western Reserve, we are a Reform Jewish congregation, affiliated with the national organizations of that movement.
Although the Temple has grown over the years, it endeavors to maintain a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Please come join us so we can share who we are today and our vision for the future.
The Temple is located in a beautiful, historic building at 50 Division Street in Hudson. Friday night services are held twice a month at 7:30 p.m. For a schedule of services and other activities, see our Calendar page.
50 Division Street
Hudson, OH 44236
330-656-1800
Office hours vary; please call for appointment.
General Inquiries: info@tbshudson.org
Rabbi: rabbimichaelross@gmail.com
Education Director: education@tbshudson.org
President: president@tbshudson.org
Membership: membership@tbshudson.org
Accounting: accounting@tbshudson.org
Letter from Rabbi Ross
Dear TBS Friends and Family,
This Saturday Piper Dallet will be called to the bimah to celebrate her Bat Mitzvah at TBS! Join us for this wonderful celebration.
PRIDE SHABBAT – Fri. 6/3
On Friday, 6/3, the Judaism 101 class will hold a final gathering and Shabbat dinner together at 6pm. At 7:30, they will join the TBS community for our first Pride Shabbat! We will celebrate our LGBTQ folks with special readings and a special ceremony to welcome two new students who completed their conversion process. Please join us for this unique evening!
SHAVUOT – A Night of Learning – Sat. 6/4
TBS will join the wider Jewish community for a special night of learning, as we celebrate the holiday of Shavuot together for the first time in two years!
This night of learning is called a Tikkun Leil Shavuot, and the entire community is invited. TBS has been co-sponsoring these for 4 years. Rabbi Michael will teach in the opening hour at 7pm about the book of Ruth and welcoming the stranger. Details about the sessions can be found in the flyer.
SUPPORTING UKRAINE
Please find ways to support folks in Ukraine this week:
- Rabbi Rachel and I donated to the JDC. I directed a few more TBS donors to send their tzedakah funds there: https://www.jdc.org/
- HIAS is collecting to support the refugees: https://www.hias.org/
- Cleveland Federation is collecting for Ukraine here: https://www.jewishcleveland.org/
- World Union for Progressive Judaism is helping at this link: https://wupj.org/give/ukraine/
Please find ways to research about the Jews in Ukraine as well. The history is fascinating. It’s worth noting how TBS assisted the Jews fleeing the former Soviet Union 30 years ago. Our assistance and support will be needed again. I do believe we will be asked to welcome Ukrainian refugees in the coming weeks and months.
UPCOMING TBS GATHERINGS
- Sat. 5/21, 10:30 am: Piper Dallet Bat Mitzvah – in-person only
- Sun, 5/22, 11-12:30: Volunteer Awards and BBQ Lunch
- SAVE THE DATE – Fri. 6/3 – Pride Shabbat – Zoom and in-person
- SAVE THE DATE – Sat. 6/4 – Community Shavuot Night of Learning at Bnai Jeshurun in Pepper Pike
- Sat. 6/11, 9:30 am: Prophets’ Class – Jeremiah – Zoom and in-person
- Fri. 6/17, 7 pm: TBS Annual Meeting & Shabbat Service – Zoom and in-person
Volunteer Awards & Barbeque Lunch
All TBS Members are welcome!
Sunday, May 22, Hudson City Hall not at TBS
(rear entrance)
11:00 am-12:30 pm
11:00-11:30 am Awards & Recognition
Join with our religious school families at 11:00 am as we recognize the many TBS members who have volunteered their time and effort on behalf of the temple this past year. Retiring board members, Brotherhood & Sisterhood member volunteers, teachers, service participants, student volunteers and many others will receive certificates and our thanks for their service to our community.
11:30-12:30 pm Barbeque Lunch
Brotherhood will be at the ready to grill your favorite all beef hot dogs and veggie dogs, assorted side salads, chips, fruit and dessert as we celebrate together.
Questions? Contact Laurie Frankino, lfrankino@gmail.com or Rabbi Rachel Brown education@tbshudson.org.
TBS Annual Meeting
Friday, June 17
7:00 pm., prior to 7:45 pm Shabbat Services
TBS Sanctuary
Meeting Agenda
Review of 2021-2022 Temple Business
Presentation of 2022-2023 Budget
Presentation & Vote on new slate of officers for 2022-2023
All TBS congregants are welcome to attend.
