Sisterhood, Taya, Social Action
Sisterhood
Temple of Aaron Sisterhood is an affiliate of the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, the largest synagogue-based women’s organization in the world. We are active in the world-wide Conservative (Masorti) movement that combines loyalty to the Jewish tradition and halacha (Jewish law), with openness to democratic and humanist culture.
Closer to home, we support our Temple of Aaron by:
1. Sponsoring and promoting Jewish education and cultural activities in the
Congregation.
2. Stressing observance of the Sabbath & festivals and attendance at Synagogue services.
3. Promoting the welfare of the Congregation and its Religious School.
4. Contributing to the support of Jewish and Hebrew education.
5. Developing leaders to perpetuate Conservative (Masorti) Judaism.
6. Stressing Jewish ethical and religious practices in daily living and further Jewish education in the family.
7. Creating and fostering Jewish sentiment in the home, stimulating observance of home ceremonials and
dietary laws.
8. Fostering a sense of communal responsibility.
9. Sponsoring and encouraging Jewish youth activities and affiliations.
10. Participating in the Torah Fund campaign , Women’s League National fundraising program.
Two of our annual charitable fundraising programs are Torah Fund, the charitable program that provides world-wide scholarships for students studying to be Conservative (Masorti) rabbis, cantors and lay leaders and supports their 5 campuses, and Building Fund, the charitable fund that provides funds for targeted Temple needs. To find out more about us and to join us, contact one of our Co-Presidents, Margie Schneider, or Membership Vice President, Chaya Zien. To donate to Torah Fund click link above or contact Torah Fund Co-Vice Presidents Sue Schwartz or Amy Miller Stern.
TAYA (Temple of Aaron’s Young Single and Married Professionals)
TAYA serves as Temple of Aaron’s young professionals group post College-45 year old. Since its inception in 2012 it has reached hundreds of young Jews throughout the Twin Cities. TAYA hosts many events that are social in nature but combine with doing good and learning. Thanks to a lay leader group led by board member Haylee Saxon TAYA continues to grow. For more information about how to get involved please contact Haylee Saxon or C/E Joshua Fineblum.
Past Events Include:
| FREE Modern Trip to Israel with Rabbi Fine | Concert @ Billy’s featuring The Voices’ Todd Kessler |
| Human Foosball Tournament for Lone Soldiers | Holiday Happy Hours at Tiffany’s, Moto-I & more |
| Celebrity Charity Bowling Event at RamHam | Trivia Night at Glueks in Mpls |
| Family Fun and BBQ at the St. Paul Saints Game | BBQ @ Rabbis Rubenstein’s Home |
| Whirlyball Tournament for the ALS Foundation | Sukkot Get Together with Cantor Josh |
Social Justice & Social Action
The Social Justice and Action Committee provides an opportunity for Temple of Aaron members interested in seeking justice and helping those in need in our community, our state and our world to put our Jewish values into practice. An inclusive group committed to Tzedek (Justice) and Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World), we believe that a primary way to keep our covenant with God, learn from the Torah and practice Jewish life each day is through our actions towards all people. Our committee divides its work into three components: service and doing, education and engagement, advocacy and policy work. We believe that being engaged in social justice is an important way to connect with each other, strengthening both the Temple of Aaron community and the broader community. It is also an umbrella group for the ToA Environmental Committee which has been a leader for the synagogue’s Green Initiatives. Contact President Brian Zaidman for more information.