Beth El Ner Tamid Synagogue
2909 W. Mequon Road. Mequon Wisconsin 53092  (262) 242-6900

 

Rabbi Tamar Crystal

Welcome to Beth El Ner Tamid. We are a fully egalitarian liberal Conservative congregation, one of the oldest synagogue communities in Milwaukee, located in beautiful Mequon, just 15 minutes from downtown Milwaukee, serving Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Sheboygan counties.

Under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Tamar Crystal, we’ve created a caring community family whose goal is to marry BENT’s distinguished history with the vitality of modern Jewish life. We have a vibrant Religious School, lead by our principal, Debbie Intravaia, as well as a wide range of rituals and programs for all ages. We view music as central to everything we do, starting with an award-winning choir lead by Enid Bootzin-Berkovits, conductor of The Milwaukee Jewish Chorale.

We are a welcoming community with a motto of “Open Door, Open Heart”, welcoming individuals and families of all ages, including Interfaith families and those seeking a Jewish spiritual path. Our Lifelong Learning only begins with the children. Scheduled classes for all ages and special Family Education reflect our commitment to Jewish learning and participation on every level and at every age.

Other keys to our community are Sisterhood and Men’s Club, who are integrally involved in all aspects of the community. We also have a deep commitment to Social Action in our area and the inner city. Regularly meeting groups from the Sunday morning knitters circle who support those serving in the Israeli Army to the Thursday evening Mah Jongg nights recognize that the synagogue is a destination stop for all who wish to eat and kibbitz as well a pray and learn.

We invite you to join us for Shabbat and holidays, for weekday minyanim, for classes, for programs, for individual learning and for family experiences. Please check our constantly changing list below for some of the activities planned in the near future.

Service times
Monday - 7:30 am and 5:45 pm
Thursday - 7:30 am
Friday - 7:30 am and 7:30 pm
Saturday & Yom Tov - 9:30 am
Secular Holidays - 9:00 am
Special minyans anytime by request. Call the office.

Click here for our high-holiday schedule and service times.

This page was last updated on 09/02/2010
Upcoming events and programs. Updated weekly

Saturday, September 4th  - Congregation Sinai is having the 2nd Annual Community Slichot Program.  A pre-Rosh Hashanah evening of theater, discussion, introspection and prayer with a staged reading of scenes by the original cast of Next Act Theatre’s hit show: The Value of Names, by Jeffrey Sweet.  Times: 8:45 pm Dessert Reception – 9:30 pm The Value of Names Performance and Discussion – 11:00 pm-Three Concurrent Slichot Services: Egalitarian, Traditional and Creative Alternative.  Call Jody Hirsh, JCC Judaic Educator, at (414) 967-8199 with any questions.

Sunday, Septemer 5th – Men’s Club High Holiday Setup

Sunday, September 12th, at 9:00 am – The First Day Of Religious School!

Sunday, September 12th - The Midwest Region of the Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs is hosting a Kosher Tailgate Lunch at the

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs game.  Tickets are $45.00 and include the kosher lunch and a great seat at the game.  The tailgate lunch starts at 11:30 am.  This event sells out every year, so make your reservation early.  It is open to the entire community.  For reservations and more information, contact Rodney Ugent at (414) 351-4714.

Monday, September 13th, at 11:00 am – The Sisterhood will gather for their Perspectives Program.  The program will feature Paz Goldschmidt our Community Shlicha, Israel Center Director.  The topic will be Israel Now.  A light luncheon and the monthly meeting will follow.

Sunday, September 19th, at 10:30 am - The Men’s Club will gather for their monthly meeting.  All Men’s Club members are welcome.  A light breakfast will be served.  Bring your ideas and join us!

Sunday, September 26th, at 9:30 am - Join family, friends and neighbors in celebrating the Tenth Annual Beth El Ner Tamid FUN RUN/WALK.  Registration time is from 8:30 am to 9:15 am.  This is a wonderful fundraiser to help support our Religious School!!  The cost is $18.00 (includes a commemorative tee shirt) for runners/walkers.  Become a sponsor for only $36.00.  Make checks payable to Beth El Ner Tamid Synagogue.  Brochures are in the foyer and on our website.  Call the BENT office for information at (262) 242-6900.

Please note this event is being rescheduled.  Look for new time.  – There will be a concert and dessert reception honoring Cantor Jerry Berkowitz for 16 years of devoted service to Beth El.  More information to follow.

Choir rehearsals are Wednesday Evenings at 7:30 pm.  New choir members are welcome and all are invited.  Enid Bootzin-Berkovits is our Choir Director.

BENT Telephone Connection – Our Social Action Committee is initiating a Telephone Connection Program.  The purpose of this program is for our members to stay in touch with one another.  We would love to hear from those of you who would like to receive a friendly weekly phone call.  We would also like to hear from those of you who would be willing to join us in making these calls. Anyone interested in either making these calls or receiving these calls or have any questions about this program please contact:  Barbara Simon at (414) 351-1010 or Phyllis Reider at (262) 512-1202.

Be sure to "friend" us on Facebook and get immediate notification of our upcoming events and activities. Click here to visit our Facebook page.

Special Announcements!
Our September HHD edition of our Bulletin is available. Click here.
Click HERE for our HHD schedule and service times.
 Hazzan Berke to join Beth El for the high holidays. Click here!
September 26th at 9:30AM. 10th annual Fun Run/Walk. Click here.
September printable calendar with service times
Brewers-Cubs tailgate party. Sunday September 12th. See the bulletin for more info.
Service times
Monday - 7:30 am and 5:45 pm
Thursday - 7:30 am
Friday - 7:30 am and 7:30 pm
Saturday & Yom Tov - 9:30 am
Secular Holidays - 9:00 am
Special minyans anytime by request. Call the office.
We accept
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Our Sisterhood Giftshop
for all your Judaica needs.
Sunday = 10:00 am to Noon
Monday & Tuesday = 10:30 am to noon
Thursday = 10:00 am to noon
Or anytime by appointment.
See our Giftshop here.
Beth El on the front cover of the Jewish Chronicle Does anyone remember our old Sherman Blvd building?
 Click here for photos.
Men's Club activities

For sudden illness or emergency events
 contact Rabbi Crystal 24/7 at
(262) 227-7087

Sisterhood Activities and calendar of events.
Weekly eNewsletter archives School enrollment for 2010-2011 starts NOW
Click here for more info.
Mazeltov to
Ilene Wasserman and Rodney Ugent
 Our 2010 Angel award winners!
  Scrip is available. Contact the office.  A message from Al Simon, our President Brewers baseball schedule
To make a contribution to one of our funds
or for information about our tree of life or endowment fund,
 Please call the office.
The weekly newsletter deadline is Tuesday
to be included in Wednesdays publication
Men's Club membership signup form
See our archives here. Photos Too!!
Please support our Synagogue.
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Introducing Beth El’s New Automated Phone Service!  In an effort to keep you informed of events and happenings at our synagogue, we are introducing a new automated phone service.  This service will be geared towards those who do not have email access.  We will also be using it as a way to inform our entire congregation of any late-breaking news, information or other needed communication.  This is just another way to keep you informed about what’s happening at the “New” Beth El.

The Jewish Museum Milwaukee  now has a vast array of archives from Beth El Ner Tamid. From almost all weekly and monthly bulletins we have ever published to photos of our synagogue buildings on Sherman Blvd and W. Garfield streets. Please visit the museum and ask to see the Beth El Ner Tamid archives. Chances are you'll recognize someone from photos taken long ago. Click here for a list of archived items.

Bar/Batmitsvahs, weddings, confirmations held at Beth El? We are looking for photos and articles from yesteryear to add to our collection at the Jewish Museum. If you have anything from years gone by, don't throw them away. Donate them to our growing archives for future generations to enjoy. Contact our webmaster for more information.

Marcus Gift Certificates
- The holidays are almost here and Marcus Gift Certificates make a great gift, especially with all the new holiday movies coming out.  These gift certificates can be purchased in the synagogue office and are available in $5.00 and $10.00 amounts.  Come in and get some soon. Click here for more info.

Sendik’s Scrip is available in the Beth El Office. Click HERE for more info or come on in and pick some up. We are open 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday-Friday and also on Sunday mornings from 9:30  to noon. You will be supporting our synagogue with every purchase.

Entertainment Books are available They make great presents for birthdays, anniversaries or thank-you gifts.  It is the gift that keeps on giving plus you will be supporting our synagogue.  The cost is only $35.00.  Contact the BENT office at (262) 242-6900

Hey Kids. Earn a $50.00 Shopping Spree!  Beth El Ner Tamid teens (13 to 19 years) can volunteer 50 hours at BENT and get a $50.00 gift card.  Buy clothes, gas, books or use it at your favorite coffee shop.  Contact Debbie at pasta963@att.net, or Donna Brown at (262) 242-6900 or donnabrown@wi.rr.com.  

Yoga Classes are held at BENT with instructor Jan Halonen.  Yoga will help you reduce stress, increase flexibility, build internal body strength, and enhance the immune system.  The cost is $11.00 per class.  The time is Monday at 9:30 am.  Call Bobbe Abrams at (414) 351-0447 for more information.

Delphi House is in need of furniture to furnish their 2nd home! They will provide pick up.  If you have something you would like to donate please call Donna Brown at (262) 242-6900 for further information.

Our Sisterhood monthly book club readings. Click here for their NEW schedule.

Our Men's Club calendar has been published. Please click here for a list of events for the 2009/2010 calendar year.

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a wonderful way to celebrate a special event. Call the office or send an email to info@bethelnertamid.org.

MAKE A CONTRIBUTION to one of our funds. Contact Marge Kulakow by phone at: (414) 540-6630 or simply drop us an email at the Synagogue. We accept Visa and Mastercard.

A leaf on the TREE OF LIFE is a gift that lasts forever. Contact Fred Meyer at (414) 351-4556 for more information. You can charge your gift using Visa or Mastercard.

Did you know... Our gift shop sells gift certificates!!! We have a huge selection of Judaica in our gift shop. Come and visit us on Sunday mornings or call our office for an appointment at your convenience.

Would you like to earn money for our Synagogue?  Just go to www.goodsearch.com.  Enter your charity as “Beth El Ner Tamid.”  Click on verify (the yellow button) and start searching on our behalf.  Add goodsearch to your toolbar.  It’s simple; just follow the step by step instructions on the Goodsearch website.  Plus, every time you search, we earn a penny.

 

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