Welcome to Temple Emanu El

I am so honored to serve as President of Temple Emanu El.  With the support of our amazing Rabbi, staff, teachers, Temple Board, and volunteers, wonderful things are ahead for our congregation.  

So, how did I get to this place in my life?  I married into the TEE family 35 years ago when Rabbi Roberts officiated at my wedding to Lisa. (Her grandparents had become members only a few years after TEE’s founding in the 1950’s.) We have been active members ever since. Our children grew up at Emanu El, were very active in youth group, and graduated from the Religious School. TEE gave them the knowledge and confidence to go into the world as Jews. TEE is my most important community outside of immediate family.  

 

Both Lisa and I have served on the Board of Trustees.  I am a Past President of TEE Brotherhood and have been active on many committees including multiple capital campaigns and our most recent rabbinic search. You may hear my harmonica from time to time when I accompany Rabbi Matt or play in the TEE Chai band.

 

Temple Emanu El has so much to offer.  We have programming that is interesting, educational, and sometimes even fun!  There are uplifting services, lifecycle events, along with a supportive and caring community.  If you are not yet a member, please visit us for a Friday night service.  If you are already a member, I hope you continue to participate in Temple events.  We are always glad to see you!

 

Mitchell Cronig, President

 
 UPCOMING EVENTS

Our Livestream services are now password protected for security reasons. Please see your TEEmail for the password. If you do not receive TEEmail but would like the password to view our services virtually, please call the Temple office, 216.454.1300.

Friday, May 17 • Rockin’ Shabbat Featuring the Chai Band + Confirmation + Graduation •  Let the Good Times Roll at TEE as we kick off our Gala Weekend

Saturday, May 18 • All Shook Up •  TEE’s Sock Hop Gala 

Put on your blue suede shoes for our annual fundraiser, 1950’s Attire, Ages 21 and up. Contact Renee Delafranconi, reneed@teecleve.org for information on sponsorship or attendence.

Friday Evening Shabbat Worship Service • 6:15 pm
In-person & Virtual. 5:45 pm Shabbat Nosh, 6:15 pm Service (*Unless noted otherwise)
 
Saturday Morning Talkin’ Torah with Rabbi Matt (Torah Study) • 9:30 am
Discussion to discover the spiritual meaning of Torah. Join us in person for coffee, bagel & schmear. Also available to join on Zoom. See your TEEmail for meeting/password or email jroseman@teecleve.org.

To access Zoom, download the app to your smart phone, tablet, laptop or computer from the App store. Press the join link and put in the specific Meeting ID.

 

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

You’re Invited to Remember

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Five Jewish AAPI Movers and Shakers

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Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut
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