December 21, 2024 /
December 21, 2024 /
Rabbi Capptauber’s high holy day sermons this year addressed topics such as rethinking the stories we tell about Judaism’s future, the importance of compassion and of respecting diverse perspectives about Israel, and choosing to live by our values. Read the sermons here
Beth El Temple is excited to welcome Meg Shoeman as our first Jewish Outreach Coordinator. This special new role helps our members, visitors, and the surrounding local community deepen their engagement with the synagogue. Learn more about Meg’s role
Rabbi Capptauber’s high holy day sermons this year addressed topics such as the importance of social connection, how to face big problems and take small but significant steps to fix them, Israeli democracy, and an ode to caregivers. Read the sermons here
Rabbi Capptauber recently joined with other local rabbis to publish an opinion piece arguing for the preservation of at-risk affordable housing in the city of Harrisburg. Read the original opinion piece and the PennLive editorial board’s response
Beth El Temple was recently honored to receive a Torch Award from the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg for our work organizing and hosting the annual Freedom Seder. Learn more and watch the video
Beth El Temple was recently awarded a Hazon Seal of Sustainability certification for our Green Team’s work on sustainability-related projects at the synagogue. Learn more
Watch Rabbi Capptauber in conversation with Dr. Kimeka Campbell from the Greater Harrisburg Young Professionals of Color, on the topic of Black-Jewish relations. Learn more and watch the video