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Beth Emeth Congregation of the West Valley
Welcome
Beth Emeth Congregation
of the West Valley
"The Friendliest Congregation in the Valley!"
Serving Avondale, Goodyear, Litchfield, Peoria, Glendale, Sun Cities, Surprise, and all the West Valley.
13702 West Meeker Blvd
Sun City West, Arizona 85375
(623) 584-7210 (phone) (623) 975-2976 (fax)
Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
Beth Emeth Congregation is the conservative, multigenerational, egalitarian congregation serving the West Valley of Phoenix. Our Synagogue is located in Sun City West; however, our membership comes from the Sun Cities, Surprise, Peoria, Glendale, Litchfield Park, Avondale and several other towns and villages in the West Valley. Our mission is to maintain a Jewish House of Worship which also provides Jewish educational, cultural and social activities for its members and the Community.
Last Updated (Wednesday, 07 July 2010 00:00)
FROM THE RABBI’S DESK
As we enter 2012, one wonders what will be in store for us in this rapidly evolving world. I believe that the changes we are seeing today, and the speed in which they are taking place, are so quick that we have no chance to adjust to the new realities.
The computer is the force behind most of these changes in our world. It was a revelation to me to discover that the post office is losing so much money, even though our charges are increasing so quickly. It turns out that the world of the computer has allowed people to bypass regular mail, subsequently reducing much of its bulk. I am not even talking about simple letter writing; I refer to business transactions and special forms that are sent via computer. We don't even fax any more - we scan and send electronically.
This is symptomatic of a general increase in speed for all types of transactions. So what are we to say about this rapidly evolving world? Can we go back to a slower pace? I don't think so. However, studying and learning the culture of our past can provide respite from this frantic pace. I take comfort in knowing that you and I belong to a community of people with similar backgrounds and interests, and we can gather together and exchange thoughts and ideas. The coming year will provide many opportunities for classes dealing with various subjects of our past and current period. All of these gatherings give us moments to recharge, to grow and to learn.
And here is a question to ponder: Can one create a Minyan with people on the computer? Can the warmth and sense of family one gets while attending services be duplicated electronically? I don't think so. And so, in 2012, please do not be strangers to our various events in the synagogue, and do not hesitate to suggest ideas for classes or programs.
I wish us all a wonderful year.
David Rosenberg, Rabbi
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ADDITIONAL VOICES FOR THE BETH EMETH CHOIR Are you interested in singing in the Beth Emeth Choir? We would like to expand our Choir. You do not have to be a professional, just have a yearning to sing and be able to carry a simple tune. Please contact Natalie Morrison 623-518-3494. |
Rabbi's class on the Torah portion of the week continues at 2:00 pm every Tuesday. This class is ongoing, each week independent of preceding classes. Enthusiasm remains high among those congregants who have been attending this class, and everyone is welcome to join in. |