Social Action - Tikkun Olam
Tikkun Olam is Hebrew for “repairing the world.”
At Congregation Beth Jacob, our vision of a successful synagogue is a diverse, integrated community that revolves around mitzvot, and where the congregants see themselves as partners in creating meaning and connection towards this goal.
Our Social Action committee coordinates projects throughout the year that bring together different ages and groups within the congregation to support the local community. Here are a few volunteer opportunities this fall:
Volunteer Opportunities
MLK Jr. Day of Service
CBJ is hosting a community service project for the Peninsula Multifaith Coalition's Annual MLK Day of Service. This is a great opportunity for adults and kids from over 30 houses of worship to work together at dozens of project sites, including CBJ. At CBJ, we will assemble care baskets containing household kitchenware and cleaning supplies for over 70 families living at LifeMoves shelters on the Peninsula. Our gifts will assist them in transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing, and we need lots of generous support to make this happen!
To donate supplies for CBJ's project click here to sign up and drop off items by January 14. Or to contribute funds for the supplies, please make a donation here and we'll do the shopping. In the form select "Social Action (Tikkun Olam)" as the donation Type and in the Payment Notes box please write "MLK Day". Or drop a check off at CBJ and put "MLK Day" in the memo line.
To volunteer at CBJ or any of the other service projects on January 20th register here. Spots fill up quickly!
Thank you for your generosity!
Stanford Bloodmobile at CBJ
Wednesday, March 19, 3 pm-8 pm
Signup Link coming soon.
Faith in Action
Refugee Welcome Circle
CBJ has recently been matched with a refugee family to sponsor. The family is seeking asylum from the Putin regime in Russia. They are a lovely couple with two young children, eager to be productive citizens here. The asylum process and work permit may be granted in 6-9 months. They cannot work without the permit, as they will face deportation if caught. Read more HERE.
SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK
High Holidays - Food Drive
Bringing Hope and Nourishment to Those in Need
One purpose of our fast is to create empathy with those who suffer from hunger and food insecurity. As part of our commitment to Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) and embodying the spirit of compassion and generosity during the High Holidays, we are holding our annual High Holiday food drive. Please bring the equivalent of what you would have eaten during the day (and a little bit more) and donate it to our food drive. Look for clearly marked barrels placed around the synagogue. Congregants and visitors can place their food donations in these barrels at any time during the High Holidays. For more information, Click HERE
Food and Diapers collected for local families in need.
CBJ teens preparing sandwiches for Maple Street Shelter.
