Dear CST Community,
I’m writing to you this week with 3 significant updates from the Board:
Constitution Changes
It has become evident that the language in our Constitution no longer reflects how we currently operate or how many Jewish families interact with our congregation. As you have now seen and heard, the Board has been hard at work over the past year discussing and revising our Constitution.
Communication has gone out with an introduction from Rabbi Oren, a summary statement, proposed changes, a vote notice, and an invitation to attend our first Town Hall on Sunday, May 4th, in-person in the Social Hall*. Please take time to read the attached document which includes a redline version of the changes (some minor/grammatical, some more significant). Input will be collected over the Summer and we’ll have a special meeting Sunday, September 7th for a Constitutional Vote. Please don’t wait until September to voice your thoughts; your input is critical NOW!
*Must be a member in good standing to participate and vote – if you’re not sure of your membership status or would like to become a member now, please contact Jemi – executivedirector@shaariertorah.org
Cruisin’ Into The Next 120 Years!
Come Aboard with Us, Sunday, June 8th we’ll be Cruisin’ into our Next 120 Years! Visit our Gala page to become a sponsor and purchase your tickets. We’ll be embarking on our celebratory gala where the dueling pianos are roaring, raffles are flying, the casino is alive, and the food doesn’t stop! Don’t be left ashore…
Kick off a full weekend of fun and events starting Friday night, June 6th for our monthly Shabbat Fusion and continuing into Shabbat morning services. Stay tuned for a weekend itinerary of opportunities to participate and celebrate CST.
Annual Meeting
Mark your calendar for our CST Annual Meeting Sunday, June 22nd, time and details TBD. We’ll provide our annual business update, look ahead into next year, vote on our budget and have an open opportunity to ask questions. (Note, we will NOT be voting on the Constitutional updates in our Annual Meeting. See the Constitution details above.)
As always, my door is open—I’d love to hear from you.
B’shalom,
Raphi Rosenblatt
President, Congregation Shaarie Torah
President@shaarietorah.org