Men's Club

Temple Beth Emet Men’s Club

 

MEN’S CLUB SHABBAT

The program is virtually set for this joyous experience. So come to shul on March 14th, to be a part of the fun and excitement. Services begin at 9:30 AM. An all-star Oneg will follow the service. Of course, the much anticipated Man of the Year Award will be revealed at the service.

 

YOM HASHOAH

Program will be on Sunday, April 11th. Details to follow.

Light your yellow candle after sunset on Tuesday, April 13th..

Yom Hashoah Day is Wednesday, April 14th.

Note: Candles will be available beginning February 28th, and March 1st at the Hamentaschen pickup, and all ensuing temple events and programs through April 11th. Candles will be available in the temple office and can be picked up anytime during scheduled office hours.

 

A SENSE OF OWNERSHIP

Immigrants primarily from the Asia and European continents began arriving to the United States around the 1850’s, and continued at a rapid pace until the 1890’s. Plentiful labor was much in demand in the Western states, specifically for railroad construction, farming, logging, and cattle industries. The ruggedness of the Western frontier was a disincentive for Easterners and Mid-Westerners to fulfill the labor demand. Immigrants were lured to the United States by opportunity, cheap land, religious freedom, and precious metals. The immigrants had to endure discrimination, language barriers, and harsh working and living conditions. However, for the most part they were a frugal people and saved a large proportion of their wages. In addition, they were adroit to quickly add American techniques and skills in various industries to the skills they brought with them from their home countries. Eventually, this foresight enabled the immigrants to leave their employers, and purchase their own property and start their own small businesses. Being successful in these endeavors, led to the achievement and realization of the American dream. Happiness and prosperity for themselves, their families, and generations to come was no longer a dream but a reality.

 Not everybody can own a business or property, but still be a success in life. By displaying a sense of ownership in your conduct of your business affairs, a prized quality sure to be noticed by your employer, can lead to promotion and a more prominent role and accompanying responsibilities in your career path. Expanding the thought, the principles of hard work and determination to succeed, actually permeate every aspect of our lives.

Hashem instilled a unique skill set in each one of us. More importantly, Hashem gave us the inner strength to serve as a catalyst to make the most of our abilities to succeed. So the next time, somebody tells you, there is no chance for you to succeed in pursuing chosen opportunities, you vigorously respond back to that person with the retort, YES I CAN.

 

Shalom!
Marty Solway