Sisterhood
Sisterhood
Make a Difference through Sisterhood.
We are a community that welcomes women of all ages and stages of life. Learn, engage and grow with us as we make a difference in our congregation, our community and our world! Make lifelong friendships and connections while supporting Jewish education, social action initiatives, and holiday celebrations.
Sisterhood strengthens Beth Or through support of...
- the Zipporah S. Abramson Center for Early Childhood Education (CECE)
- the Leonard & Madlyn Abramson Education Center (Religious School)
- B'nai Mitzvah & Confirmands
- Beth Or Youth Groups
- Beth Or College & Career Outreach Program (BOCCO) (scroll down for details & annual registration form)
- Social Action programming, i.e. Inter-Faith Housing Allianc
e apartment at Hope Gardens; Knitted hats, teddy bears & lap blankets for individuals in hospitals and long term care facilities; Preparing meals for the annual Ecumenical Luncheon and other synagogue functions & events.
Sisterhood provides scholarship assistance to...
- Rabbinic & Cantorial students.
- Students and Families in need.
Sisterhood volunteers...
- staff the Tarshis Gift Shop - the place to shop for Judaica, tallit, kippot and other ritual items, and gifts for all of life's celebrations. (For seasonal hours or to make a personal shopping appointment, contact Bobbi Adair.)
- decorate the bimah for all major Jewish Holidays.
- make Rosh Hashanah sweeter by passing out apples & honey.
- assist families with themed arts & crafts during festivals and special Beth Or programs.
Join us for engaging & entertaining events throughout the year!
- Creative Shabbat Services, Women's Wellness Shabbatons & Annual Unity Seder
- Mah Jongg, Canasta & Game Days
- Film Screenings & Theatre Trips
- Book Discussions with engaging Speakers
- Cooking & Art Classes
- Chanukah & Spring Vendor Bazaars
- Dine & Donate at local restaurants
- And, much, much more!
Follow Sisterhood on Facebook. Like the @BethOrSisterhood page to stay up to date on the latest activities.
View/Print Sisterhood Welcome Flyer
Register for the BOCCO program, sending care packages to your college-age children for Rosh Hashanah, Chanukah & Passover, by using one of these options:
Print BOCCO Form Complete Online BOCCO Form
For additional membership information or to join Sisterhood's email list, contact info@BethOr Sisterhood.org.
Beth Or Sisterhood is a proud member of Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ).
Sun, January 29 2023
7 Sh'vat 5783
Upcoming Events
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2023B'nai Mitzvah Intergenerational Learners Class
Monday, Jan 30th 6:00p to 7:00p
All families with an upcoming February - June 2023 B'nai Mitzvah are invited to this intergenerational learning session led by Rabbi Bonder. We will explore the WHYs of the B'nai Mitzvah service and experience. Click for more details and RSVP. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2023Family Promise Montco PA Program
Wednesday, Feb 1st (All day)
For the 24th year, Beth Or is partnering with Family Promise Montco PA (formerly Interfaith Hospitality Network) by housing up to 3 families in transition throughout the month of February. Volunteers are needed to prepare meals, provide transportation, and serve a chaperones. Click for full details and to reserve your volunteer time slot. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2023
Friday, Feb 3rd 5:30p to 6:30p
Join us for a traditional Family Shabbat Dinner between Munchkin Minyan and Family Services featuring our 6th grade students. We will also celebrate Tu B'Shevat with special activities for the children. Cost: $18/adult; $5/child. Click for details and RSVP by 1/24. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2023Tu B'Shevat Celebration
Friday, Feb 3rd 7:30p
Our Tu B'Shevat celebration continues after Shabbat services tonight with a special program geared toward adults. Enjoy Israeli wine and beer provided by Brotherhood while potting succulents to take home, courtesy of Gene at Ambler Flowers. Click for RSVP by 1/27. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 4 , 2023Shabbat Worship and Bat Mitzvah of Noa Murley
Shabbat, Feb 4th 11:00a