It was the spring of 2018 when the Temple Board, under the umbrella of the TI2020 initiative, asked a group of us a simple question: did the Temple need to renovate or expand its facilities? After a year of study, we came up with the simple answer: yes. Our committee developed a set of requirements Continue Reading »
As we map out the spring and summer months, we want to share our plan for welcoming you back to our Shabbat Service and Temple programming. This is a working plan, and we will continue to make smart decisions following the science. Our COVID-19 Task Force, which includes, staff, lay leaders, and medical professionals, has Continue Reading »
Until it’s safe to reopen Temple Isaiah’s building and get our programming back on track, our auxiliary groups have been adding some amazing programs to the regular social and educational offerings from TI staff. The Renaissance Group and TI Sisterhood have each scheduled an evening of music, with Broadway star Josh Davis on July 8, Continue Reading »
by Ellen Strichartz I’m willing to admit that coming to Temple Isaiah was Stan’s idea and I fought him all the way! We had moved to Columbia four days before Rosh Hashanah in 1976. Because we were both raised as Conservative/Orthodox Jews, we made arrangements to attend the Conservative congregation for the High Holidays. Unfortunately, Continue Reading »
Dear Temple Isaiah, Kulanu, and TIPPS families, Just six days ago, we wrote to you to assure you that the health and safety of our Temple family is our highest priority. Although much has happened since last week, we write today to re-assure you that that remains true. Yesterday, in conjunction with the Temple staff Continue Reading »
Your voice is the only democratic opportunity to influence Israeli society as we continue the Reform Movement’s efforts towards equality, pluralism, and tolerance. Choose the REFORM slate at zionistelection.org to assure liberal streams of Judaism are provided equal financial support and resources. After you vote, let us know by sending an email to VoteReform@templeisaiah.org. Learn Continue Reading »
