Slavery and God's Prophecy

Rabbi Eliyahu Ben Yehudah

will present a "Tribute to the Ancestors Home Service and Lecture" at Beth Elohim, Monday, August 7th, to explore this topic.

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Our People in Nigeria: An Israelite's Journey

by Rabbi Shmuel Funnye

The Institute for Jewish and Community Research, and Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation, sponsored a trip to Nigeria. The purpose of this trip was to visit the various Ibo, Igbo, and Urhobo communities to ascertain their interest in joining The Pan African Jewish Alliance (PAJA). The group representing the Institute for Jewish Research and Beth Shalom were Dr. Dele Osawe Carey, Bruce Carey, Rabbinit Miriam Funnye and Rabbi Capers C. Funnye. (Full article with additional pictures)

Beth Elohim Celebrates the Renovation of their Synagogue

The spirit is high at Beth Elohim as members celebrate the completion of renovations to their synagogue that included a new roof, walls, Bimah carpeting, hardwood floors, and new seating. “Last year I laid out a new vision for the congregation” said Rabbi Sholomo Levy and since that time that congregation has entered a new phase of growth, vitality, and renewed commitment that has carried us to this level. “I am so proud of our members. We inspire each other.” (Full article with additional pictures) New

Rabbi Paris Returns to Ethiopia After 60 Years

By

Rabbi Hailu Paris and Monica Wiggan

[Rabbi Hailu Paris is an Ethiopian-born rabbi of the Israelite Community. He is a graduate of Yeshiva University, teaches Talmud and Ethiopian History in the Israelite Rabbinical Academy, was the spiritual leader of Mt. Horeb E.H. Congregation in the Bronx, New York, and is a member of the International Israelite Board of Rabbis.] Full article with additional pictures