Hineini Campaign
Hineini Campaign
Engaging New & Young Families ($1,500,000)
We strive to make B’nai Tzedek a vibrant community that attracts and welcomes new families and inspires them to strengthen their engagement with Judaism. We seek to meet our families where they are in their Jewish journeys and support their personal desires and interests. To attract and retain new families, and to continue our engagement with existing members, we must build upon the services and programs for which we are known. With an investment of $1,500,000 over 10 years we plan to:
- Hire an associate rabbi
- Increase funding for dues and tuition scholarships
- Offer programs that appeal to young families
- Support the engagement of our teens
- Implement new marketing strategies
Reimagining Jewish Learning ($1,800,000)
One of the primary priorities of our Congregation is to provide high quality lifelong learning experiences to all of our members. In particular, the opportunity to engage our youngest learners requires special attention, and new resources. By teaching Jewish concepts in modern and innovative ways, we will bring Jewish heritage and wisdom to life, and help our community to flourish in their personal lives. We will equip our young learners with information and tools to build a foundation for their vibrant Jewish
futures, benefiting them and Klal Yisrael. Over 10 years, we plan to:
- Support the new Director of Family and Youth Learning
- Invest in new curriculum
- Purchase and integrate new technologies and hardware
- Expand Adult Education offerings
- Expand our inclusion efforts for learners with differing abilities
Maintaining and Enhancing our Synagogue ($2,000,000)
Our shul is a beloved home for meaningful worship, celebrations, connections, personal support, and growth. Caring for our facility is expensive. Much of our equipment and structures are decades old. A comprehensive professional study has provided us with a plan to address our maintenance needs. Through your support, we plan to adress the following upgrades and repairs within the next 6 years:
- Berman Sanctuary, Burtoff Social Hall and Atrium roof replacement
- Aesthetic improvements and repairs
- Plumbing and water systems upgrades
- Kitchen upgrades
- Heating and cooling systems replacement
- Fire and security systems upgrades
- Exterior surfaces maintenance
- Reducing our energy consumption
Establishing the Weinblatt Rabbinic Chair ($700,000)
Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt has dedicated 30 years to creating and nurturing the Congregation. He has positively impacted thousands of lives. His story, and our B’nai Tzedek story, is one of accomplishment and meaning. We are about to begin a new chapter in our story. As we contemplate his transitioning to Rabbi Emeritus, and a new Rabbi joining us, we have a significant responsibility to ensure we have the financial resources to provide a smooth transition. Establishing a fund in honor of Rabbi Weinblatt will ensure that we have a rabbinic team who will serve our synagogue, provide pastoral care, continue robust lifelong learning, represent us in the community, and advocate for Israel. The fund will also support the costs of the rabbinic search process.
Please click HERE to download the Hineini Campaign pledge form, print it, and mail to the Synagogue’s office.
Fri, April 26 2024
18 Nisan 5784
This Week at CBT
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Monday ,
AprApril 22 , 2024
Monday, Apr 22nd (All day)
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Monday ,
AprApril 29 , 2024
Monday, Apr 29th (All day)
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Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024
Thursday, May 2nd 7:30p to 9:00p
Join us to hear Rabbi Weinblatt’s personal reflections on his 45 years as a rabbi as he is interviewed by award-winning video producer, Arty Berko. In addition to founding Congregation B’nai Tzedek, Rabbi Weinblatt has served as: • Founder of the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition • President of the Rabbinic Cabinet of the Jewish Federations of North America • Director of Israel Policy and Advocacy for the Rabbinical Assembly, • Head of the Jewish National Fund’s “Rabbis for Israel” • President of the Washington Board of Rabbis • Chair of the National Convention of the Rabbinical Assembly twice • Chair of the prestigious Annual Israel Bonds’ Ambassador’s Ball in D.C. with Symcha • Adjunct professor at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. • And so much more! Arty Berko has spent more than 35 years in broadcast and investigative journalism working for major news organizations like CNN, NBC News and ESPN. During his time at ESPN (27 years), Arty covered many major sporting events and breaking news stories around the world including 12 Olympic games. He was also fortunate enough to be recognized with multiple National Sports Journalism EMMY Awards, a Peabody Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award. You won’t want to miss this fascinating interview! RSVP below. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024
Shabbat, May 4th 9:30a to 12:00p
Join us for services to celebrate Liane Aaron's 25 years of dedication to CBT. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024
Shabbat, May 4th 11:00a to 12:00p
Bring your preschoolers to dance and sing and welcome Shabbat! -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024
Shabbat, May 4th 12:30p to 1:30p
These brief and informal study sessions generally are lay-led and are held on the first Shabbat of each month, excluding the summer, approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of services. The topic each month is the Parashat for the following week. During the study sessions, everyone has a chance to weigh in and express their views on moral, ethical and societal issues. Those attending enjoy the comradery, passion and enthusiasm of their fellow Torah students. Schedule for Post Shabbat Service Study Sessions 2023 – 2024 (5783 – 5784) Date Parashat – Following Week Citation/Location Leader Sept. 2, 2023 Nitzavim + Vayelech Deut. 29:9 – 31:30 Eric Raps Oct. 7, 2023* Bereshit Gen. 1:1 – 6:8 Stan Beder* Nov. 4, 2023 Chayei Sara Gen. 23:1 – 25:18 Dec. 2, 2023 Vayeshev Gen. 37:1 - 40:23; Num. 7:18 - 23 David Lowe Jan. 6, 2024 Vaera Exodus 6:2 – 9:35 Deborah Fox Feb. 3, 2024 Mishpatim Ex. 21:1 – 24:18; Num. 28:9 -15 Mar. 2, 2024 Vayakhel Ex. 35:1 – 38:20; 30:11 – 16 Apr. 6, 2024 Tazria Leviticus 12:1 – 13:59 Rabbi Betsy Roth May 4, 2024 Kedoshim Leviticus 19:1 – 20:27 June 1, 2024 Bamidar Numbers 1:1 – 4:20 Carol Greenwald * The Torah study session on Oct. 7th will be held in the courtyard, and under the outside overhang if there is inclement weather. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024
Sunday, May 5th 6:00p to 7:30p
Join Congregation B’nai Tzedek as we pay tribute to the memory of the 6 million Jews tragically lost in the Holocaust. Together, we will honor their enduring legacy through the voices of second generation survivors, a memorial ceremony and discussion. -
Tuesday ,
MayMay 7 , 2024
Tuesday, May 7th 5:30p to 7:30p
5:30 pm BBQ Dinner 6:30 pm Shabbat Under the Stars Celebrate the start of summer with CBT and wish our Shaliach, Ido, farewell! Dress casually for a fun, family-friendly Shabbat experience. Popsicles will be served in honor of the June birthdays. Register below. Early Bird Pricing: $15/adults $10/children through June 3rd After June 3rd: $18/adults $12/children Free to any CBT member who brings a prospective family! This event is generously subsidized by the Frances and Alvin Duber Family Fund. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024
Wednesday, May 8th 7:30p to 9:00p
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Thursday ,
MayMay 9 , 2024
Thursday, May 9th 7:30p to 9:00p
Join Rabbi Weinblatt for the remainder of his inspiring and heartwarming series about Jewish humor, Jewish music, Jewish languages and more. Previous attendance not required.