Dear Prospective Congregant,

As president of Temple Shalom, I invite you to join us as a member.

Temple Shalom is a full-service congregation formed in 1869. The property on which Temple Shalom is built was given to the Jewish community of Lafayette by Governor Alexander Mouton in 1889 for the purpose of forming a House of Worship. The temple was built during that year.

Rabbi Barry Weinstein is our part-time rabbi. When he comes for a weekend, the weekend begins with a Shabbat dinner at 6:30 p.m. and services at 7:30 p.m. Services are over at 8:45 p.m., and an Oneg Shabbat follows services for more socializing. The Rabbi reads and interprets the torah portion, provides a lively commentary on the portion, and delivers a sermon that connects the torah portion to every day events.

On Saturday morning, Rabbi Weinstein has a variety of classes ranging from beginning Hebrew to torah study. Saturday afternoon, the rabbi is available for consultation, home visits, and lessons. Saturday evenings, once a month, an adult education program is held at the home of a congregant. On Sundays, parents and volunteers conduct a very active religious school. When Rabbi Weinstein is not in town, lay leaders conduct Friday evening “Daven and Dine” services at 6:30 p.m. A short services is followed by dutch-treat dinner at a restaurant. All temple events are at 603 Lee Avenue.

Temple Shalom is a member of the Union for Reform Judaism, and one of 291 congregations under 100 members. Our leadership attends regional and national meetings, and takes advantage of the many services provided by the Union. By supporting Temple Shalom, you are ensuring that the future of our Jewish community in Acadiana will continue for many more generations.

Dues and an information form are found on this website. Should you be unable to meet minimum dues requirements, please contact treasurer Lee Feist at 845-641-3541. All special arrangements are confidential.

Looking forward to having you as a member of Temple Shalom.
Sincerely,

Edye Mayers
templeshalom@lusfiber.net

337-234-3760

                                                TEMPLE SHALOM MEMBERSHIP
                                                  INFORMATION FORM 2011

Return the following information form with your membership application.  This information
is used for the bulletin and recognition of birthdays, anniversaries, and yahrzeits at
Temple Shalom.  Email this form to Marilyn Kleban (marilynkleban@cox.net) or mail to Temple
Shalom, P.O.Box 53711, Lafayette, LA 70505.
               Name                            Birthday                 Anniversary

Husband   __________________    ______________    ____________

Wife         __________________    ______________    ____________

              Name                             Birthday                 Grade in School

Children   __________________    ______________     ____________

               __________________    ______________     ____________

               __________________    ______________     ____________

Address: ____________________________________________________________
             Street                         City                                  Zip

Home Phone: ____________________________

Work Phone:  _________________ (husband) ____________________ (wife)

Email Addresses: _____________________________________

                          _____________________________________

Yahrzeits (Anniversary of Deceased Relatives)
(List all yahrzeits you wish remembered in our Temple.  Designate if you wish to observe
the English date or the Hebrew date.)

Name                        Relationship        English Date     Hebrew Date

________________    ____________    ___________    ___________

________________    ____________    ___________    ___________

________________    ____________    ___________    ___________

________________    ____________    ___________    ___________

TEMPLE SHALOM
MEMBERSHIP PLEDGE FORM
2011

Congregant: Names: ______________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

City, St, Zip ______________________________________

Telephone: Home ______________ Work______________ Cell __________________

E-Mail Addresses: ______________________________________

______________________________________

FAX number: _________________________

The minimum amount of dues per family unit for the fiscal year commencing
January 1, 2011, and ending December 31, 2011 is as follows:

Individuals/families 30 years of age or older: $720.00 per year

Individuals/families between the ages of 22 and 30: $360.00 per year

Full Time Students: $ 50.00 per year

You may also choose to pay fair share dues which is 1% of gross income; however, minimum dues must be met. Families or individuals with financial limitations should speak confidentially with the Treasurer or President about reduction to these amounts. Members joining after the first quarter may pro-rate their dues.

Amount Pledged: $____________________ To be Paid:

_____ Annually

_____ Semi-Annually

_____ Quarterly

_____ Monthly

Signature: _____________________________________________________

Please sign and return this form to:

Treasurer
Temple Shalom
P.O. Box 53711
Lafayette, Louisiana 70505-3711

Checks should be made payable to Temple Shalom.

*All questions should be directed to Treasurer Mr. Lee Feist at 845-641-3541 or
Lee.Feist@Verizon.net