Rabbi Sarah Shulman: Thank You to All Our Supporters!
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As 2025 rolls in, we have great news to share with the HEA community: we have exceeded our goal of raising $400,000 for the Pathways Campaign, thanks to all of you! We want to thank each and every person who contributed to this important campaign to sustain our vibrant community. Todah Rabbah!
We are thrilled to have welcomed nearly 100 new donor families to our team of supporters of the Pathways Campaign this year.
Your contributions to HEA enable us to expand our programmatic offerings, elevate our spiritual and educational services, enhance our security, and support our dedicated HEA professionals who serve you week after week. We want to extend our appreciation to all those who made videos, phone calls, and stepped up to assist this successful annual campaign.
For those who have questions about finalizing your pledges, please reach out to Steve Levine, (720) 201-4685. If you didn’t get a chance to make your contribution yet to the Pathways Campaign, you can do so HERE.
As our hearts fill with gratitude for the blessings in our community, we turn our prayers to the thousands of people who have been impacted or forced to flee their homes in the Los Angeles area this week. May they find shelter and comfort this Shabbat. May the firefighters find strength, resilience, and much needed water. And may we all find hope to accompany us and fresh air to breathe in the year to come.
Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Shulman, and Steve Levine, CEO Peter Gottlieb, VP Development Evan Kline, Board Chair
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TAX STATEMENTS ON THE WAY: 2024 Tax statements were sent via email earlier this week, and the child care contribution credit certificates are being mailed today.
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Coming Up!
Tot Shabbat Shabbat, Jan 11th 10:45a to 12:00p A fun and spirited playtime and Tot Shabbat service.
Tikkun Olam - Homeless Bags Sunday, Jan 12th 12:00p to 1:30p Join the Tikkun Olam group in the GYC to put together bags for the homeless in and around the Denver area.
Hochmat Nashim: Women’s Torah Study Group Sunday, Jan 12th 6:30p to 8:00p Join a vibrant group of Jewish women led by Rabbi Shulman and Gitit Kaufman for a meaningful evening of engagement with Torah and one another.
Parent Information Night in Partnership with Sungate Kids Tuesday, Jan 14th 5:00p to 6:30p Empowering Young Children to be Safe From Abuse. In this unique program, we’ll help you learn the right way to broach the subject of child sexual abuse, the correct language to use, how to answer tough questions, and what to do if you suspect abuse has occurred. It’s a powerful way for you to be armed with the best information and tools to keep your child safe.
Life & Legacy Ed Series: Death & Dying Wednesday, Jan 15th 12:00p to 1:30p If you watched last year’s movie, Barbie, or even the trailer, the moment when Barbie asks her friends, “do you guys ever think about dying?”, is both hilarious and cringeworthy. It’s not every day we talk about or even think about death. And when we do, it’s rarely about our own mortality! This program is designed to help people be less afraid of death, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations. With guest speaker, Jamie Sarche. $10 for HEA Members, $15 for Non-Members. An Evening of Paint Gem Wednesday, Jan 15th 7:00p to 8:30p Join the next ladies-out program, designed for ages 30-50, for an evening of relaxation as we paint with gems and schmooze. We will have several different designs to follow, with all the gems and applicators available that evening, along with wine and cheese of course. Cost is $10 member, $20 non-member.
Magic Minyan Shabbat, Jan 18th 11:00a to 12:00p A "magical" Shabbat experience for kids and their adults!
Book Review - Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story Tuesday, Jan 21st 7:00p to 9:00p Lovers in Auschwitz: A True Story by Keren Blankfeld. An in-person event with the author as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. A saga of two young people who found themselves trapped inside a waking nightmare of the Nazis’ creation, yet who nevertheless discovered a love that sustained them through history’s darkest hour. This program is co-sponsored with the Greater Denver Chapter of Hadassah.
Azamra Friday, Jan 24th 5:30p to 8:30p Our Friday evening musical service and dinner!
Adult Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, Jan 26th 11:00a to 12:00p This eight-week course is intended for the new or novice Hebrew reading student. This is not a conversational Hebrew course. There is no cost for this class for HEA members, but you must register below and pay a $15 book fee. $40 for non-members. The course is taught by Jessica Weber.
