Community

Inclusion

“FOR MY HOUSE SHALL BE CALLED A HOUSE OF PRAYER FOR ALL PEOPLES”

-Isaiah 56:7

 

Inclusion means that all people, regardless of their ability, have the right to be a valuable and participating member of their community. 

Inclusion Committee
In connection with our Jewish values and Congregation BJBE’s mission, the Inclusion Committee is dedicated to creating a welcoming and accessible community for people with disabilities and their families. The purpose of this group is to ensure an inclusive worship, educational, and social experience in a supportive environment. The committee is open to all who are interested. To learn more or get involved in the Inclusion Committee, please contact the temple office at 847.940.7575.

BJBE is fully accessible and we are here to help!
In our Accessibility Center, located at the entrance of the main sanctuary, you will find resources for individuals with specific auditory, visual, and tactile needs.

Items such as hearing devices, reading glasses, large print prayer books, noise-canceling heads phones, weighted lap pads, oral and general sensory tools, and social stories are now available to borrow during services. We ask that you return them to the bin labeled “used,” after the service so that we can continue to offer these resources each week.

In addition, we have wheelchairs and walkers at our front door entry.

Please let us know if there is any way that we can help you feel welcome and comfortable at BJBE.

Get Involved

BJBE's committees provide an opportunity for those who wish to get involved, whether in a specific project or the day-to-day activities of synagogue life. Please call the BJBE office at 847-940-7575 for additional information or to join one of our committees.

Adult Education
Creates our adult education program, from ongoing classes to Scholars in Residence, with a focus on life-long learning.

Budget/Finance
Prepares the annual budget and assists in overseeing the financial transactions of the congregation.

Building & Grounds
Oversees the design, care and maintenance of the real and personal properties of the congregation.

Congregational Development
Develops and oversees all fundraising activities for the congregation, including the Endowment Fund, Restricted Funds, General Fund and our Sustaining Gifts Program.

Congregational Public Relations
Coordinates the promotion of BJBE to the public, maintains the congregational website, and oversees the bulletin and other communications.

Education
Responsible for the youth and family education of the congregation.

Israel
Develops and implements programs and activities to promote knowledge, awareness of and support for the State of Israel.

Caring Community
Fosters a sense of community and wholeness within BJBE. Coordinates programs to address the needs of various groups within the congregation.

Leadership Development
Creates programs to identify and develop future congregational leadership, including programs to educate and further develop the Board of Trustees.

Membership
Responsible for the recruitment, integration and retention of the BJBE membership.

Ritual
Helps to formulate the ritual policies and practices of BJBE in accordance with the tenants of Reform Judaism. Works closely with the clergy to ensure our services meet the spiritual needs of our congregation.

Social Action
Develops and implements Social Action projects for the congregation with a focus on Mitzvot and G'milut Chasadim (deeds of loving kindness).

Youth
Creates and executes programs for the enrichment and benefit of the congregation's youth.

Community Engagement

Community is our central value. We aspire to build a center for Jewish life, a place for laughter and joy, for meaningful conversation and friendship.

BJBE offers dynamic, innovative programming for our members and guests. We provide an active community to those who wish to make a difference, a caring community to those less fortunate, and a nurturing community to those seeking connection. This includes BJBE's award-winning Sisterhood, the Post-Carpool Club, and other programs and events.

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