Membership

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP IN THE

TEMPLE B’NAI TORAH COMMUNITY?

Full participation within our community is welcomed and encouraged. There are a number of opportunities for social, spiritual, religious and intellectual growth, as a way to advance personal development and meaningful connections. Just to mention a few of our many ways to get involved: attending services, joining committees and groups, read Torah and Haftorah, Social Action initiatives, food pantry coordination, teaching, joining many of our lectures and discussion groups, attending our Sunday morning Brotherhood homemade breakfasts and more!

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP:

• the opportunity to worship with the congregation and fully participate in all of our various services
• the ability to further the mission of the synagogue by becoming a member or chair of a committee,  and/or an officer, a director or a trustee
• the opportunities to socialize and learn together throughout the year
• the opportunity to stay abreast of current temple events and happenings via the TBT Times and Scroll
• the right to attend all meetings of our members and the right to vote
• the right to receive High Holiday seats for you and your immediate family
• the opportunity to enroll your children in the religious school and in grades K-2 you receive a discounted tuition rate
• the ability to rent temple spaces for reduced member rates
• the joy of celebrating your children becoming B’nai Mitzvot
• the privilege of having a TBT clergy member officiate at your family’s marriages and other life cycle events
• the right to pastoral visits, phone calls and counseling 
• the opportunity to be a member of Sisterhood and Brotherhood for FREE for the 1st year and a minimal cost after that
• the right to have your voice heard in surveys
• the sense of fraternity and belonging
• the refusal of exclusion
• the religious education of your children
• the flexible and modern approach to your faith
• the opportunity to observance without constraints
• the equality between men and women

One of the most important gifts we can give ourselves and our children is the knowledge and comfort that we are not alone. Through worship, study and tikkun olam, we affirm our support for each other. This participation and commitment, above all things, has sustained our Jewish heritage for almost 6,000 years.

In true family tradition we envision full participation by every member, where each person can discover a meaningful role. At the same time, we recognize that Judiasm is not “one size fits all”. Given the diversity of our members of various backgrounds and interests, we seek to offer an array of modes of worship, education and activities for each member.

There are many paths to community at Chai. Congregants can choose from a wide range of groups and activities, including: youth groups, Chai young adults, Havurot and Journey Groups, Men’s Club and Sisterhood, as well as synagogue-wide concerts and cultural activities.

To join our family, email our Membership Director.

One of the most important gifts we can give ourselves and our children is the knowledge and comfort that we are not alone. Through worship, study and tikkun olam, we affirm our support for each other. This participation and commitment, above all things, has sustained our Jewish heritage for almost 6,000 years.

In true family tradition we envision full participation by every member, where each person can discover a meaningful role. At the same time, we recognize that Judiasm is not “one size fits all”. Given the diversity of our members of various backgrounds and interests, we seek to offer an array of modes of worship, education and activities for each member.

There are many paths to community at Chai. Congregants can choose from a wide range of groups and activities, including: youth groups, Chai young adults, Havurot and Journey Groups, Men’s Club and Sisterhood, as well as synagogue-wide concerts and cultural activities.

To join our family, email our Membership Director.

Membership Committee

The mission of the TBT Membership Committee is to retain current members and attract new members while providing an enjoyable, caring and supportive culture.

The Membership Committees is made up of friendly, positive minded people whose primary role is to engage all members by providing opportunities to participate in activities/events, that meet their needs at all levels.  Additionally, the committee evaluates current membership levels, listens to congregant suggestions, formulates ideas, and implements plans to promote our temple both from within TBT and within our community.

Prospective Members

Thank you for considering our temple as your temple!  We recognize that prospective members hear about us from a variety of ways: friends, neighbors, URJ, newspaper ads and we realize that you have questions. TBT is made up of families and individuals from a variety of backgrounds and religious observances.

We are happy to answer your specific questions, pair you up with a family/individual that is closely aligned with your circumstances and even arrange for our clergy and/or staff to take you on a tour. Contact our main office at 516-221-2370 to arrange a meeting.

New Members Breakfast

Current Members

Some of our members find that TBT is their second home.  We offer workshops, a variety of services, trips, religious school, torah study, a beautiful library for adults and another for children, breakfasts, dance, bingo and more. Our community offers friendship, worship, fun events and support during every phase of your life.  Please share your suggestions and let us know what you think!

Join Our Committee

Want to see what we are up to and join us in making a positive difference?  We are looking for individuals who enjoy networking with people, able to promote the benefits of TBT, and who are looking to preserve the close knit Jewish Community of TBT. We are always looking for committee members of TBT that can bring both their time and enthusiasm to our team.  

Our committee meets once a month on a Sunday morning, check the TBT calendar to see our next meeting and stop by to see what we are all about!