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Matan returns February 7th
Posted: 3/02/12
MATAN Calendar 2012 Term... read more
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Limmud on Sunday
Posted: 3/02/12
“Four Unorthodox Lectures on Jewish History” A... read more
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TBI Film Night Sun Feb 12
Posted: 9/12/10
Palace Cinema, 26 Church St, Brighton Tickets $30 with... read more
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Limmud: Parshat Hashavu'a
Posted: 11/12/09
Parshat Hashavu’a - Tuesday evenings, 7.30 – 9 pm... read more
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TBI VISION, MISSION, VALUES
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TBI VISION
We aspire to be a premier Jewish community within the World Union of Progressive Judaism. We aim to excite people about the rewards of praying, learning, celebrating and finding comfort together in modern Progressive Jewish ways, discovering meaning and higher purpose in life, and working towards improving social wellbeing. To accomplish this end, we will seek to imbue our members with a sense of common purpose and ownership.
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TBI MISSION
Temple Beth Israel is a kehilla kedosha (spiritual community) bringing innovation and creativity to Jewish traditions. We provide multiple pathways for our members and friends to enjoy an engagement with Progressive Judaism that enhances their lives through spiritual enrichment, learning and community. We are guided by principles of egalitarianism and respect for others. We are inspired to continually develop and grow and to provide a spiritual home for all who wish to embrace our values.
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VALUES
Sensitive and aware
We are sensitive to and aware of a Divine Presence and are, therefore, determined to sanctify life.
Devoted to study
We are devoted to study and to the experience of Judaism in order to build a responsible Jewish practice of our own.
Create a Jewish practice
We seek to create a Jewish practice which is responsive both to Jewish halachic traditions and to the modern world, blending tradition with innovation.
Egalitarianism
We believe in the equality of men and women in all spheres of Jewish life and welcome all interested in Judaism regardless of age, socio-economic or cultural backgrounds.
Meaningful services
We wish to provide and attend services which are meaningful. We want our children to hear a Jewish message which is understandable and which makes Judaism accessible and relevant.
Commitment
We are committed to the creation of pluralistic Jewish societies in the State of Israel and in the Diaspora.
Peace
We believe that interaction with people of other traditions is an important step towards bringing peace to our world.
Tikkun Olam
We are constantly directed towards the improvement of the world in which we live in the light of our tradition. We view social justice as ‘religion in action'.
