July 3, 2025
Issue #722
Letter from Rabbi Ross
Dear TBS Friends & Family,
My family and I have begun a summer break. Our next Shabbat Service at TBS will be Friday, July 25.
The ceasefire between Israel and Iran seems stable. There seems to be strong movement for a possible ceasefire next week in Gaza, which might bring some of the hostages home. We are hopeful that the Gaza war will end soon, and the starvation in Gaza will be dealt with for all of its civilians.
Last Friday, I attended the Tri-C Jazz festival. For a few hours, the polarization of our world was set aside. Folks were there to enjoy the music and the food and the joy of being together. Find a festival this weekend, to feel a sense of community.
This Shabbat coincides with July 4th. May we find a way to celebrate democracy in our homes. May we find a way to celebrate democracy in our communities. This Shabbat, we read in the Torah of the deaths of Aaron and Miriam. The next generation must now prepare to lead Israel through the wilderness. I continue to draw inspiration and hope from my work with the next generation of Jewish leaders. They are not burdened or inhibited in the same way that we are. They seek answers to complicated problems in new ways.
The chaos continues to ratchet up the stresses and tensions. What our recent Meditation classes have taught me is that we all have a choice about how we want to pay attention to the chaos, and how often we need to take a break, and enjoy our families, nature, community, and Shabbat.
This July 4th, take a break. Enjoy Shabbat. Celebrate what is there for each of us.
This 4th of July, may we feel the weight of responsibility that we have for those who do not have. May we continue to reach out to the other and see them as created in the image of God, just like we are.
Rabbi’s Summer Vacation
I will be traveling to L.A. to, yes, see the Dodgers, and to visit my family as we celebrate my birthday and my wife’s birthday from 7/9-7/20.
We will have our next Friday night service on Friday 7/25. Afterwards, we will drop my son off at Camp Havaya in the Poconos, and Rachel and I will attend the Rabibis’ Kallah near Asheville, NC from 7/26-8/6.
TBS Legacy Fund Update
Participation hits 70%.
Thank you to those who responded to my email. Those who haven’t, please, please join us in this mitzvah of owning our building and ensuring our Temple’s survival for years to come. With less than 15% left to go our goal is within reach! Please help push us over the top.
Blessings to all,
Larry Terkel
TBS President
Brotherhood ‘
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The Brotherhood performs much needed projects for TBS. Even if you cannot participate in Brotherhood, PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION. This will help to complete the many TBS projects planned for 2024 – 2025. Please contact treasurer Art Busch, ascyb34@yahoo.com with any questions.
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• We meet throughout the year in the spirit of friendship and good humor. We sponsor social events, fundraisers and building beautification projects to support and enhance the TBS community. Announcements will be posted as soon as they are available!
Contact: Mike Miller at: mikemillercsi@roadrunner.com
Thank you for your support!
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• Upcoming meetings and events are currently being planned and scheduled by the Sisterhood. Announcements will be posted as soon as they are available!Thank you for your support!
Temple Beth Shalom
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Saturday Prayer Essentials and Torah Study
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KENT HILLEL SHABBAT Candle-lighting, Service/Community Discussion, FREE Dinner (*Registration is REQUIRED and will close each week on Thursday at 2:00pm)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
- Fri. 7/25, 7:30 pm: Shabbat Service & Welcome Ceremony for Paige Jochims
- Fri. 8/8, 7:30 pm: Shabbat Service
Welcome to Temple Beth Shalom!
***Non-members who wish to attend High Holy Day services at Temple Beth Shalom***В
You can purchase guest tickets. В To request tickets, please contact Amy McCormick, ticket coordinator, at e-mail: membership@tbshudson.org. In your e-mail, please leave your full name (first and last) as well as your phone number and best contact e-mail so Amy can get back to you.
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.
Address: 50 Division Street, Hudson, OH 44236
P.O. Box 2230, Hudson, OH 44236В В
330-656-1800,В Please Note: there is no on-site staff and there may be a delay in retrieving and returning messages left at this number.
Office hours vary; please email for appointment.
Rabbi: rabbimichaelross@gmail.com
Education Director: education@tbshudson.org
President: president@tbshudson.org
Membership: membership@tbshudson.org
Accounting: accounting@tbshudson.org
