Georgetown, SC
TEMPLE BETH ELOHIM
HIGH HOLY DAY CHANGES
PLEASE READ BELOW. . . AN IMPORTANT LETTER CONCERNING
SECURITY
DUES AND MEMBERSHIP
PROCEDURES FOR THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
TICKET INFORMATION
UPCOMING SERVICES
Service Date Service Leader Torah Portion
9/5 Andy Friedman Ki Teitzei
9/12 Shirley Giegerich Ki Tavo
9/19 Joy Birnbaum S'lichot - Nitzavim
9/22 Michele Gershman Bennett Erev Rosh Hashanah
TBE LEADERSHIP
Richard Dimentstein - President
Joy Birnbaum - Vice President
Tish Richter - Secretary
Michele Bennett - Treasurer
TRUSTEES
Seymour Birnbaum
Andy Friedman
Ariane Lieberman
Ted Weiss
Carrol Sallas
Services at Temple Beth Elohim...
VISITORS:
Please call (843) 325-0389 for information about attending services.
*LAY LEADERS
Michele Gershman Bennett
Joy Birnbaum
Lynn & Michael Davidson
Richard Dimentstein
Andy Friedman
Shirley Giegerich
Ariane Lieberman
Kathy Weiss
Rabbi Scott Weiner - Rabbi (Part Time)
Robin Shuler - Musical Service Leader
*For information about becoming a Lay Leader, email info.bethelohim@gmail.com and write 'Lay Leader' for the Subject.
Dear Members of Temple Beth Elohim:
At our most recent board meeting, discussion centered around the upcoming High Holy Days, and some changes that will be implemented. They focus on these topics:
Security Dues and Membership Procedures for the High Holy Day Services Ticket information
Please read to the end of this letter, since information about guests, membership, costs and a the role of the “greeter” at the entrance to the temple, is of utmost importance.
Security: As you know, we pay to maintain a police presence at our weekly Shabbat services, and this important support will continue throughout the High Holy Days.
Dues: The pay-by date for Membership will be extended to September 15th to ensure those choosing to renew their membership have ample time to pay. If your dues are not current, you will be considered a non-member, unless special arrangements have been made.
Procedures for High Holy Day Services: For the first time, non-members attending High Holy Day Services will be asked to purchase a ticket.
- Non-members who are not friends or relatives of current Temple members, will be required to verify their identity at least one week prior to attending services.
A photo of a Driver’s License (or other government issued ID) should be submitted by emai to Richard Dimentstein, Temple Beth Elohim President, at rdimentstein@gmail.com
Ticket Information:
- $100 per adult over 18 years old, is the cost per ticket for non-members (who are not guests of current members).
- Admission to our Break-the-Fast will be included with the cost of the ticket.
- If you, as a temple member, are bringing a guest, you must contact Richard Dimentstein with the name of your guest 1 week prior to services.
- There will be “greeters” at our door, and they will have the list of names. Anyone who is not a member or on the list, will be denied entry. Notifying Richard Dimentstein is intended solely to protect the well-being of our congregation!
We are grateful for your understanding as we take these measures to ensure a safe and meaningful High Holy Day experience for all. We look forward to celebrating these sacred days together as a community.
Should you have any questions, please contact me at rdimentstein@gmail.com
Sincerely,
Richard Dimentstein, Board President
Trustees of Temple Beth Elohim
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(843) 325-0389
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SCHEDULE OF HIGH HOLIDAYS
Friday, 19 Sept. 2025, 7:00 pm – Wednesday, 1 Oct. 2025, 7:00 pm – Kol Nidre
Shabbat (S’lichot) Leaders – Joy & Seymour Birnbaum
Leader – Joy Birnbaum Kol Nidrei Chant – Dr. Patti Edwards
Pianist – Sandra Nihiser Monday, 22 Sept. 2025, 7:00 pm
Erev Rosh HaShana
Leader – Michele Gershman Bennett Thursday, 2 Oct. 2025, 10:00 am –
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Leaders - Andy Friedman
Tuesday, 23 Sept. 2025, 10:00 am – Richard Dimentstein
Rosh HaShana Shofar - Louis Drucker
Leaders –Andy Friedman Haftarah – Michael Davidson
Richard Dimentstein
Shofar – Louis Drucker Thursday, 2 Oct. 2025, 4:00 pm –
Tashlich – immediately following service Yom Kippur Yizkor and Concluding Services
(waterfront at Screven Street) Leader – Ariane Lieberman
Shofar – Louis Drucker
Friday, 26 Sept. 2025, 7:00 pm –
Shabbat Shuva Thursday, 2 Oct. 2025, following Concluding Service
Leaders – Lynn & Michael Davidson Break-the-Fast
NEW TEMPLE EMAIL:
info.bethelohim@gmail.com