Dear Chevre, In order to achieve our congregational goals and save money it is important that we have a strong volunteering community. First I want to congratulate the whole community on coming through with pledges that keep our beloved rabbi here with us in Santa Cruz. Welcome all who have joined our Jewish Renewal Congregation this past year. We have one more goal to achieve. With our limited resources we cannot function without volunteer help from each and every one of you. This includes services, holiday celebrations, education, fundraisers, social justice projects, assistance to our rabbi, and serving on the Board. Specifically, right now the most important needs are: 1) a coordinator for fundraising, 2) a coordinator for volunteer positions, 3) volunteers to help Lynn LeRose and Akiva Bankole put on a successful fundraiser this spring, 4) volunteers to help provide meals for the homeless at every third Sunday of the month, and 5) a volunteer for publicity and various events assistance/support. No matter how busy you are or what your limitations are, please find a way and some time to volunteer. We have members who do so, but more volunteer help is needed. Please do not hesitate. Reply to me and let me know how you can contribute (time, i.e.) to ensuring that our congregation thrives. Remember that we cannot take CY for granted. We are CY, and we are responsible. Todah rabah and b'ahava, Diane Klein 688-1154
As we grow so do our needs. CY is in need of volunteers for specific tasks. CY is basically an "AVO" All Volunteer Organization. We rely on our community to create infrastructure to run smoothly. if you haven't already signed up for a volunteer position please consider one of the following: Volunteer Coordinator (desperately needed) Membership Committee: (individual or committee tasks, short or long term) Adult Purim coordinator Chesed Committee (on-call volunteer) Adult Education Coordinator and Teachers (consider teaching a class for CY) Fundraising Committee Shabbat Committee We have many more options-please ask! We are asking each person contribute a minimum of 10 hours a year. It is a great way to meet people and build community. For those who are very busy we also have a number of individual tasks. Many of you have been graciously making donations above your dues pledge. Thank you for your continued support of CY. When making a donation please consider funding one of the following: Shabbat Oneg (consider sponsoring an oneg in honor of a loved one) Sukkah Building Fund Building Fund (long term vision for a permanent home) Shiva Minyan Prayer Books If you interested in volunteering, have questions or suggestions please contact Leah, Membership Chair We are still looking for families to host a Shabbat in their home on the 4th Friday of the month!