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    Welcome To B’ShERT

    B’ShERT: Beth Shalom v’Emeth Reform Temple is a welcoming and inclusive Reform synagogue & Jewish community for all. From our historic sanctuary at 83 Marlborough Road in the Ditmas Park district of Flatbush, we proudly reflect the history of Reform Judaism in Brooklyn as we build for the future.

    Your support at this challenging time is especially appreciated. Click here to donate now.

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    Come As You Are

    B’ShERT: Beth Shalom v’Emeth Reform Temple is a Reform synagogue in Ditmas Park, and a congregation dedicated to Judaism as a living and growing faith. Wherever you’re coming from in your relationship with Judaism, this is a place to explore where you want to go.

    B’ShERT is a welcoming and inclusive Jewish community for all. Just as the Yiddish word beshert means “meant to be,” this consolidation brings together two communities with rich histories and dynamic memberships.

Looking ahead to the High Holy Days beginning with Selichot on 9/17. Guest tickets available now, and we welcome visitors from other URJ congregations via reciprocity.

Welcome to B’ShERT… Come as you are!

We Are all Made In the Divine Image

Our Temple Calendar is available online and additional events can be found at bshert.eventbrite.com. Please call the office at 718 282-1596 or email office@bshert.org for more information. You can sign up for our email list here.

The High Holy Days are around the corner! Member tickets will be mailed out soon for our multi-access services, and friends/non-members can sign up to attend here. College students welcome! B’ShERT congregants who will be away for the holidays can apply for reciprocal tickets at a local URJ synagogue.

Religious School returns on September 10! If you are interested in our school for your children, please fill out our interest form or contact the office.

Erev Shabbat services are Fridays at 7:15 pm; Saturday morning B’Yachad adult discussion is at 10 am followed by Shabbat services at 11 am. All services are streamed live on YouTube. You can also join us on Facebook anytime.

Features

High Holy Days Choir — Sign up!

I know that many of you have expressed an interest in singing in the choir for the High Holy Days. I have decided to have rehearsals on three consecutive Thursdays […]

Multi-access services resume 8/19

We’re back in person! Multi-access services resume with Erev Shabbat on 8/19 at 7:15 pm (note the start time). Services will continue multi-access except for Labor Day weekend, which will be […]

2022-23 Religious School Calendar

Religious School for Fall 2022 begins September 10! Fill out our interest form for more info. B’ShERT 2022–2023 Religious School Calendar September 10, 17, 24 (Confirmation: 9/14, 21, 28) Sept. 10—Opening Day! Open […]

Support Temple on Prime Day with Amazon Smile!

Did you know that you can support Temple as you shop online? It’s as easy as switching your Amazon destination from www.amazon.com to smile.amazon.com! If you’re planning to make any […]

Screening of “Article 116: Beyond Citizenship” with Q&A to Follow

***RSVP requested*** July 10th 4 to 5:30pm at B’ShERT and on Zoom  On July 10th, documentary film producers David Padrusch and Jeffrey Nosanov will be coming to the B’ShERT Community […]

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Honey for the Holidays 2022!

What better gift could there be for Rosh Hashanah than some HONEY FOR THE HOLIDAYS? This distinctive 8-ounce jar of kosher honey will arrive in time for Rosh Hashanah, decorated […]

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Our temple is located at 83 Marlborough Road, at the corner of Marlborough and Church Ave. The entrance is at the right side of the building on Marlborough Road at the ramp.

Accessibility: We would like to do our best to welcome and accommodate all. Our building is not fully physically accessible for wheelchair users or those who cannot navigate stairs, but there is a ramp to the outside door, and the sanctuary, community room, and ground floor restrooms are accessible. Please call the temple office at 718-282-1596 or email office@bshert.org with any questions about accessibility. At the present time, the banquet hall is not available for community rentals.

B’ShERT is a 501(c)3 non-profit and all contributions are fully tax-deductible. You can support us online or contact our Treasurer to discuss major gifts or bequests.

The legacy websites of our immediate predecessor congregations are archived and browsable here: PTBAS & TBEv’OPSZ

 

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Rebuilding After the Storms of Life: An Interview with Rabbi Joseph Meszler

Rebuilding After the Storms of Life: An Interview with Rabbi Joseph Meszler jemerman September 22, 2022

Sukkot
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We sat down with Rabbi Joseph Meszler, author of "The Sukkah in the Storm: A Sukkot Story," to discuss the ways this story teaches children about strength, resilience, community, and asking for help.

Keeping Family Close, Regardless of Distance

Keeping Family Close, Regardless of Distance jemerman September 21, 2022

High Holidays
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As I boarded the plane to Israel in the summer of 2002 for my first year of rabbinical school at HUC in Jerusalem, my mother said, "Please, just don't meet an Israeli." As soon as the plane touched down at Ben Gurion airport, I knew that I was home. A few months later, I met that Israeli. From our first conversation, he understood that I was studying to be a rabbi, and I understood that he wanted to live only in Israel.

A Vegan Rosh HaShanah for a Sweet New Year

A Vegan Rosh HaShanah for a Sweet New Year jemerman September 14, 2022

Vegan Recipes
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I am vegan because I am Jewish. Everything that led me to a vegan practice came from my childhood where I kept kosher, learned by asking thoughtful questions, and practiced daily rituals like hand washing and reciting brachot that brought intention to aspects of daily life.

An Invitation to Return

An Invitation to Return jemerman September 7, 2022

COVID-19
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As we look out from the pulpit, we know there are good reasons that some faces that were familiar before March 2020 are now missing. We have embraced technology at every opportunity. The quality of our livestreaming worship, even in smaller synagogues, is excellent. Many congregants have grown accustomed to praying from the comfort of their couch.