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Just click the link below to listen to live Van Vleck Leopard Football every Friday Night! http://globecomsports.com/van-vleck
All of the Lady Lep teams did amazing today in their dual match between Tidehaven and Stafford. Varsity won a grueling battle against Tidehaven (9-25) (25-21) (26-24)(13-25)(15-13). We also beat Stafford in three straight sets (21-25)(21-25)(14-25). Lady Leps record is 3-0 in Pre- District play. We are on the road on Tuesday to face Bay City.
In appreciation of the VVHS Class of 2020, VVISD had this keepsake video made for you! https://youtu.be/iJlYyqlGsBI
CDC recomienda que use una máscara en público donde no pueda evitar estar cerca de personas, como en supermercados, farmacias y centros de salud https://bit.ly/2V8o5Y2. Es posible que sus autoridades locales ya hayan hecho obligatorio el uso de máscaras. #StayHomeTexas
CDC now recommends you wear a mask in public where you can't avoid being near people, like in grocery stores, pharmacies & healthcare settings https://bit.ly/2V8o5Y2. Remember though, your local authorities may have already issued a specific order re: masks. #StayHomeTexas
You can spread #COVID19 without knowing you have it. Whether you have symptoms or not, #StayHome. If you have to go out, wear a mask/bandana/scarf, regularly wash your hands, and stay 6 feet apart. We must stay #ApartTogether to slow coronavirus. https://tea.texas.gov/staywell
How about some Leopard Spirit for this Friday Afternoon! Just click the link... https://youtu.be/aqVp2tHEIPs #LeopardNation
Did you know that washing your hands with soap & water eliminates #Coronavirus molecules preventing the virus from infecting you & others? The same is true when you disinfect surfaces. Science says it works. https://bit.ly/2w7TGAJ #COVID19 #txed #StayWellTexas
The #LeopardNation must work together to fight COVID-19. Head to http://tea.texas.gov/staywell for vitally important public health guidance to stop the spread. If we stand apart as a community now, we will be together again soon.
March 19, 2020 An important message from Matagorda County Judge... https://www.facebook.com/1844177249223587/videos/2729820920464211/?vh=e&d=n
Congrats to VVHS FFA at the Matagorda County Ag Mechanics Show today. All blue ribbons and a ton of awards! Grand Champion Overall- Ashley Gilbert, CJ Holliday, and Clay Woods Individual Showmanship- Dalton Wicker Division Grand Champions: Ashley Gilbert, CJ Holliday, and Clay Woods Division 2 Dalton Wicker- Division 7 Sam Brooks, Stone Bolton, and Caden Ward- Division 6 Kevin Wooten- Division 1 Class Reserve Champions: Garrett Chambless and Garrett Mayfield- Division 6 Karly Brown, Caleb Kimmey, and Chance Wilson- Division 4 Hunter Birdwell and Bodey Wleczyk- Division 7 Latham Phillips and Wesley Moss- Division 5
Yesterday 24 band students competed at the UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest! I am pleased to announce results! Please congratulate these outstanding musicians for going above and beyond! Go VV!!! Eyes With Pride!! Grade I Ensemble-I Superior Rating-ADVANCING TO STATE: Hannah I., Sebron B., and Caleb S. Grade I Ensemble-II Excellent Rating-Nevada R., Tony C., Chloe M., Grayson R., Diego Mo., and Diego Mu. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating-memorized-ADVANCING TO STATE: Chloe M. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating-memorized-ADVANCING TO STATE: Nevada R. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating-memorized-ADVANCING TO STATE: Tony C. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating-memorized-ADVANCING TO STATE: Michael Y. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating: Brock R. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating: Daniel R. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating: Garrett R. Grade I Solo-I Superior Rating: Ayden H. Grade I Solo-II Excellent Rating: Jessica N. Grade I Solo-II Excellent Rating: Silas R. Grade II Solo-I Superior Rating: Lydia W. Grade II Solo-I Superior Rating: Jose C. Grade II Solo-II Excellent Rating: Bethany P. Grade II Solo-II Excellent Rating: Aidan E. Grade III Solo-I Superior Rating: Caleb S. Grade III Solo-I Superior Rating: Garrett H. Grade III Solo-I Superior Rating: Kayli M. Grade III Solo-I Superior Rating: Diego Mu. Grade III Solo-I Superior Rating: Diego Mo. Grade III Solo-II Excellent Rating: Carter M. Grade III Solo-Kenlee J.
Van Vleck ISD learned of offensive and divisive online comments made by an individual who represents that she is or has been employed by the District. This individual is not employed by Van Vleck ISD and has not been employed by the District in over a decade. Van Vleck ISD is an inclusive community that values the diversity of our student body, staff, and community. Comments by this individual do not reflect the values of our school district or our community. The District understands the outrage over these comments, however, the District has no control over this individual or her social media posts.
On Saturday Jan. 25th, OHHMS Band took 2 students to perform with the 2020 MS All Region Ensembles. Trina Arnold performed with the All Region Concert Band and Curtis Goodman performed with the All Region Symphonic Band. Both students worked very hard for this achievement, and they did an outstanding job of representing OHHMS!
We had 18 students audition, 9 students made a band and 7 students advanced to area! We keep getting better every year! Jesus R. - 1st Chair Symphonic Band AREA Ayden H. - 2nd Chair Concert Band AREA Daniel R. - 5th Chair Symphonic Band AREA Isaac R. - 4th Chair Concert Band Sebron B. - 8th Chair Symphonic Band AREA Silas R. - 2nd Alternate Michael Y. - 2nd Chair Concert Band Brock R. - 3rd Chair Concert Band Bethany P. - 6th Chair Concert Band AREA Nevada R. - 3rd Chair Symphonic Band AREA Chloe M. - 1st Alternate AREA Congratulations to all of these fine students for their hard work and dedication preparing for this audition. This is the most difficult individual performance contest of the year and VV was represented well today!
The 7th and 8th Grade JH Boy's A teams traveled to Ganado to play in the Ganado Indian Basketball Tournament on December 14, 2019. Both teams played in a round robin style tournament and totally dominated the tournament by winning the tournament championship in their perspective divisions. The following are the scores for each of their games. 7th Grade: Van Vleck 36 Weimer 15 – Leading scorers were: Micah B. with 15 points, Carmello B. with 8 points, Jonathan G. with 6 points, Corey A. with 3 points, and with 2 points each are Daiten G. and J T C. Van Vleck 35 Ganado 25 – Leading scorers were: Corey A. with 21 points, Micah B. with 8 points, Jonathan G. with 4 points, and Wade H. with 2 points. Van Vleck 61 Tidehaven 18 – Leading scorers were: Corey A. with 25 points, Micah B. with 12 points, Daiten G. with 8 points, Wade H. and Carmello B. with 6 points each, Zack M. with 4 points, JT C. and Jonathan G. with 2 points each. 8th Grade: Van Vleck 41 Weimer 23 – Leading scorers were: Ty'lan R. with 16 points, Kaden G. with 9 points, Charlie H. with 6 points, Ja'harius J. with 5 points, and Keelan C. with 4 points. Van Vleck 29 Ganado 11 – Leading scorers were: Ty'lan R. with 11 points, Keelan C. with 6 points, with 4 points each are Damian M. and Charlie H., and with 2 points each are Keemar A. and Kaden G. Van Vleck 40 Tidehaven 12 – Leading scorers were: Ty'lan R. with 15 points, Keelan C. with 10 points, Kaden G. with 6 points, Aidan C. with 3 points, and with Marcavin R., Damain M., and Ja'harius J. with 2 points each.
Community PSA from Van Vleck Little League... ATTENTION!!! Santa 🎅🏽 will be visiting the little league ballpark on Tuesday, December 17th from 6-7 P.M!! Santa is very busy this time of year, but would love for anyone in the Van Vleck Community to come and take pictures with him. (You do not need to be a player in the league!! All are welcome!) Note: This is a photo opportunity provided free of charge! Bring your camera or use your phone to take the pictures! Wear any outfit; baseball/softball uniforms would be a fun plus!! Please come out!! Merry Christmas from Van Vleck Little League!
The Van Vleck Mighty Leopard Band has had an eventful and exciting day! They started this morning at the Rice Festival Parade in Bay City and performed at the Ganado Marching Showcase this afternoon. The VVHS Band received Best Music, Best Guard and 2nd Place in their class. They also received 5th place overall. We are very proud of our students and all of their hard work!! #EWP #LeopardNation
Awesome job to the Lady Leps Volleyball Team on their win against Northbrook in the George Ranch Tournament. The ladies fought hard against many teams in this tournament. They faced Cy Lakes, Stafford, Cy Park, Brazoswood, Galveston Ball, Northbrook, Paetow, and Sealy. The Lady Leps have their next game in Halletsville on Tuesday, August 27th.
Cub Camp 2019 is in the books! We had to overcome some construction obstacles, but the Thespians and the show did go on! Our kiddos were awesome and put on two precious shows for their parents and other fans. Student leaders were phenomenal and we're very proud of them for donating a week of their summer break to make camp successful and to help build future Leopard Players. Special thanks to Mrs. Peña & Mrs. Oncken for all of their help and thank you parents and audience members for your support!
Exciting times for Leopard Baseball...They received their District Champions Trophy today. Good luck tomorrow as our Leps start their journey towards State! Bi-District Championship Van Vleck vs Hempstead BF Terry High school (Rosenberg) May 1st, 2nd and 3rd(if necessary) 7 pm for each game Tickets: $4 for parents and $2 for students
Lady Leps Softball win District Playoff Game with Tidehaven and make it to UIL Playoffs! More details to come on Bi-District Game(s). #LeopardNation
It's that time of the year. See your favorite Leopards Spring Sport in person. Just click the link below to see our schedules. http://www.vvisd.org/o/district/browse/3614
This evening 8 of our VVHS students represented the Mighty Leopard Band by performing at the Region Band Concert. Students auditioned for this spot last semester and were selected to perform among the best in our Region. Congratulations to our students on a wonderful concert and for being chosen for this honor. #LeopardNation
Van Vleck Little League Registration is open online at http://tshq.bluesombrero.com/vanvlecklltx There will be no paper registration this year. so please sign up between know and February 10th 2019. Tryouts will be February 11-12.
Next step towards State Leopards! Good luck tonight in Hallettsville against Poth! https://www.vvisd.org/article/74823
Van Vleck HS Senior - De'Mitri Monroe has been nominated as best running back for the Texas Football/Whataburger Super Team. Click the link below to vote. https://www.texasfootball.com/whataburger-super-team/
Rice University offers free tuition for students from families making less than $130,000 https://www.ksat.com/news/rice-university-offers-free-tuition-for-students-from-families-making-less-than-130000?__vfz=medium%3Dsharebar
VV 63 - SAC 75...Final #LeopardNation
VV 31 - SAC 31...Halftime
Bi-District Champions! VVHS 75 - HHS 41...Final #LeopardNation
Bi-District BB Championship Update... VVHS 36 - HHS 26...Halftime
TODAY is Election Day for the VVISD 2017 School Bond. See you at the polls! Polls open from 7:00am – 7:00pm. Find your precinct and polling location below: Precinct 1A: Bay City Service Center (2105 Avenue M; Bay City, TX) Precinct 5: Van Vleck Community Center (87 Avenue F; Van Vleck, TX) Precinct 6: Sargent Fire Station (22037 FM 457; Sargent, TX) Precinct 10: Wadsworth Community Center (20710 FM 521; Wadsworth, TX) Precinct 13: Cedar Lane Community Center (13622 FM 457; Cedar Lane, TX)
Invite your friends and family to join you in exercising their right to vote! For Election Day (November 7) voting info, visit: www.vvbond2017.com/voting-information.html
If you weren't able to cast your vote during Early Voting, your last opportunity to make your voice heard in the VVISD 2017 Bond election is November 7! Find your precinct and polling location below: Precinct 1A: Bay City Service Center (2105 Avenue M; Bay City, TX) Precinct 5: Van Vleck Community Center (87 Avenue F; Van Vleck, TX) Precinct 6: Sargent Fire Station (22037 FM 457; Sargent, TX) Precinct 10: Wadsworth Community Center (20710 FM 521; Wadsworth, TX) Precinct 13: Cedar Lane Community Center (13622 FM 457; Cedar Lane, TX)
Today is the last day of Early Voting! Make your voice heard and avoid the lines. Vote early from 8:00am-5:00pm at the Bay City Service Center or the Matagorda County Courthouse Annex. Learn more about the bond here: www.VVbond2017.com
It's been 45 years since Van Vleck ISD last constructed an entirely new school building. What's included in the 2017 Bond? Learn about the proposed projects here: www.VVbond2017.com
Roughly 88% of the 2017 Bond is reserved for new facilities that will serve Pre-K through 12th grade students, while reducing the number of campuses the district must pay to maintain and operation from four to three. 11% of the bond is reserved for renovations to the existing facilities we can keep, and the final 1% is for transportation.
The proposed new high school includes classrooms, science labs, computer labs, special education spaces, a library, an art room, a band hall, a black box theater, cafeteria, and a new gymnasium with boys' and girls' dressing rooms and a weight room. You can pick up a project sheet with info on existing needs and proposed plans at Van Vleck High School!
Did you know that more than 42,000 school buses transport nearly 1.5 million Texas children every school day? Join VVISD and the Texas Department of Public Safety in helping to spread the word about several safety measures drivers can take to keep our children safer. * When driving in school zones, watch out for student pedestrians. * Slow down and watch for children congregating near bus stops. * Look for children who might dart into the street without checking for traffic. * Know and obey the traffic laws regarding school buses in Texas.
The proposed new middle school would relocate all middle school students with the other campuses, and includes classrooms and science labs, special education spaces, a library, an art room, a band hall, a cafeteria with a stage, and a new gymnasium and boys' and girls' dressing rooms. In addition, the new middle school can be built on available land without interrupting instruction or displacing students. You can pick up a project sheet with info on existing needs and proposed plans at O.H. Herman Middle School!
DID YOU KNOW? The existing O.H. Herman kitchen and cafeteria are too small for the school's current capacity, and the gymnasium requires a complete renovation to address outdated systems and student safety issues.
The proposed new elementary school would replace the existing elementary and serve Pre-K through 5th grade. All elementary students would now be served by one facility, reducing the number of campuses VVISD must pay to operate from 4 to 3. In addition, the new elementary school can be built on the same site as the existing school, and construction will not interrupt instruction or displace elementary students. You can pick up a project sheet with info on existing needs and proposed plans at Van Vleck Elementary School and E. Rudd Intermediate!
DID YOU KNOW? You can download PDF copies of the bond materials VVISD has printed here: www.vvbond2017.com/2017-bond-resources.html
Have questions about the Van Vleck ISD bond package? Check out the FAQs and other information here: http://www.vvbond2017.com/faq.html
DID YOU KNOW? Bond money is legally prohibited to be used for and does NOT pay for the general maintenance and operations of a school – it does NOT pay teachers, run buses, provide food services or maintenance and custodial services. If the bond does not pass, the only source of funds available to the District are from maintenance and operation funds (funds that do pay our teachers, fund our programs, and keep the district operating).
School Holiday...Have a safe and relaxing holiday, and if you want to learn more about our upcoming School Bond - www.vvbond2017.com
DID YOU KNOW? Bond money is legally prohibited to be used for and does NOT pay for the general maintenance and operations of a school – it does NOT pay teachers, run buses, provide food services or maintenance and custodial services. If the bond does not pass, the only source of funds available to the District are from maintenance and operation funds (funds that do pay our teachers, fund our programs, and keep the district operating).
VVISD has a website entirely devoted to information about the 2017 Bond. Check it out here: www.VVbond2017.com
Lady Leps Wins...5-3! #BiDistristChamps
4x100 Relay Team today at Area Track in San Antonio...1st Place! https://www.facebook.com/Van-Vleck-ISD-270218039754819/
4x100 Relay Team today at Area Track in San Antonio...1st Place! https://www.facebook.com/shaunpjammer/posts/10208649259019973
Lady Leps Softball pickup 2nd District win over Tidehaven last night 16-5! Way to go Lady Leps!
Area Playoff Update VV 52 - PHS 57...Final
Area Playoff Update VV 44 - PHS 44...End of 3rd Q
Area Playoff Update VV 27 - PHS 30...Halftime
Good luck to our Leopards tonight in Halletsville against Poth in the Area Basketball Championship! Tip off at 7 pm! #LeopardNation
Boys Bi-District Champions... VV 59 - NS 46...Final
Boys Bi-District Championship Update... VV 43 - NS 29...End of 3rd Q
Boys Bi-District Championship Update... VV 29 - NS 23...Halftime
Boys Bi-District Championship Update... VV 16 - NS 11...End of 1st Q
All schools have power. Again, all students and staff are safe and secure. All schools will let out at normal times this afternoon, and school will proceed as normal tomorrow.
All students, staff and buildings are safe and secure throughout the District. Power has been restored to Elementary, E. Rudd and VV High School. O. H. Herman will be without power for a little while longer. Classes have resumed throughout the District. As of 10:30 am school times will stay normal.
VV Little League Girls Softball registration...Thur., February 9th at 6 p.m. at Van Vleck Little League concession stand. For more information please contact Casey Kile 979-240-1731
HS Basketball Report vs Industrial...Varsity Girls lost 34-32 & Varsity Boys won 55-42
MLK Day (Mon., Jan. 16th) will be a School Holiday. Classes will resume Tuesday, Jan. 17th.
Van Vleck finishes third in Holiday Classic in Bay City just behind Calhoun and East Bernard! http://m.baycitytribune.com/sports/article_875b65b8-cefc-11e6-89ff-07211685dc88.html?mode=jqm
VVHS Alumni Spotlight...Congrats Jocelyn Carnicle! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e-yZzG7lFE&sns=em
There will be no Athletic Booster Club tonight!
Good luck to our Elem & Rudd students at UIL competition today! #LeopardNation
Van Vleck All Sports Booster Club - Mon., Nov. 7th @ 6pm in High school cafeteria
Good luck to our Lady Leps against Tidehaven and Leopards against Yoakum tonight in VV! #LeopardNation
The Middle School HOME football games vs Yoakum is cancelled tonight due to weather and field conditions. #LeopardNation
Good luck to our Lady Leps & Leopards this evening in Edna! Go Leopards! #LeopardNation
It's a beautiful day for the Rice Festival Parade! Good luck to our OHHMS & VVHS Bands in the parade! #LeopardNation
Good luck to our Lady Leps & Leopards tonight at home against Industrial. Join us tinight as VVISD is Teaming Up for a Cure to Youth Cancer!
Alright #LeopardNation and Texans fans, one of our own needs us. On Thursday, Sept. 24th, Andrew (VVHS Class of '14) needs us! There will be a Texans Tailgate Gathering at 675 Shady Lane in Van Vleck. Andrew has been battling cancer since he was 14 and he needs our spirit and cheer! Try to RSVP with Anna Johnson and wear your Texans gear! Let's show our Leopard Pride for one of own!
The Mighty Leopard Band and Color Guard did a great job last night at the game! Here is a sneak peek. https://www.facebook.com/kgstovall/posts/10207369291165782
Fine Arts/Band Booster Club Meeting is tonight (9/13/16) at 7 pm in Mrs. Smith's classroom behind auditorium. We need more parents to participate, so please help your students!
VVISD received notification from the Texas Education Agency that it has earned several STAAR test "Distinctions" for 2015-16: VVHS -- Distinctions in ELA/Reading, Math, Social Studies, and Top 25% Student Progress VVES -- Distinction in Top 25% Closing Performance Gaps E. Rudd -- Distinctions in ELA/Reading, Science, Top 25% Closing Performance Gaps, and Postsecondary Readiness #LeopardNation KKHA 92.5 The Bay City Sentinel The Bay City Tribune
Good luck to our Lady Leps against Danbury tonight at home and our Leopards against Houston Wheatly! Have a great Homecoming and welcome back former Leopards!
JH Parents...The power has been fully restored at the JH (12:45 pm)
JH Parents...JEC had a power line short out behind JH. The power has been out in part of the building for about 1 hour and should be back on in 15 min. All students are safe and in classrooms.
Tomorrow's JV football game at Houston Wheatley High Schoool will be played at 4:30pm. Address: 4801 Providence St, Houston, TX 77020 Phone: (713) 671-3900 District: Houston Independent School District
Pre-Sale Tickets for this week's Homecoming Football Game can be purchased at the Administration Office, as well as any of the campus offices. Adults - $6 & Students - $3...All tickets at the gate will be $6.
Good luck to our Lady Leps and Leopard tonight against the Sweeny Bulldogs! #LeopardNation
JV Football fought hard this evening against Sweeny but came up short...23-6! #LeopardNation


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Virtual EMDR has absolutely helped
EMDR has absolutely helped! I think I'd still be feeling pretty messed up now if not for it. Definitely the weight of the things that were haunting me have significantly lifted.
I'm using it to work through any further anxieties and paranoias I'm finding myself experiencing day to day.
There was a time when I used to feel very upset about certain things, like a big looming cloud, and Virtual EMDR has really made that much smaller.
They don't give me the same emotional distress as they used to.
After two sessions, the actual thought patterns still remain. I'm still THINKING about these things a lot, when I'd prefer not to be thinking about them at all. I'll continue to use Virtual EMDR to reduce how often I think about these things.
Just wanted to say THANKS, Virtual EMDR!
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"For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens" (2 Corinthians 5:1).
"There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High" (Psalm 46:4).
"Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah" (Psalm 87:3).
"And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband" (Revelation 21:1-2).
"And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign for ever and ever" (Revelation 22:5).
"Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city" (Revelation 22:14).


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Rabbi Brian Stoller
The first time I walked into this building last winter, I was struck by the incredible windows.
You know what I'm talking about. They're everywhere:
The tall, wide windows that let the light pour in, casting a clear, panoramic view of the landscape.
And these windows surrounding our sanctuary! It feels like that light of the first morning of Creation, God's own light, is shining on us, and enveloping us with warmth and love.
It feels holy.
You might not know this but, according to Jewish law, a sanctuary is required to be built with windows – so that you can look out toward the Heavens, and be stirred by the majesty of it all, and really feel God's presence?
And that's what it's all about, right? That's why we're here.
Whether we know how to express it or not, deep down in our souls the reason we are here is to feel connected to something bigger than we are, to somehow touch the transcendent, and uncover a little bit of the mystery.
We're here to be part of something holy.
In a day and age when we are running constantly from one thing to the next, when our time and our resources are scarce and the demands on them are immense – that's why we choose to be part of this temple:
Because we want to be part of something holy. We need to be part of something holy.
And that majestic, divine light streaming in through these windows?
It's the same light that lives inside every human being.
The light of God – the light of God's goodness, the light of God's love – shines inside every single one of us –
And it's that light which this place is holy.
It's the people who make this place holy.
–People who are warm and friendly, and smile, and welcome us when we walk in the door;
–People who share our values, and our concerns, and our struggles;
–People who will embrace us when we're scared and troubled by things happening in the world, like Charlottesville, and antisemitism, and white supremacy, and the hurricanes, and the earthquakes, and the feeling of powerlessness.
It's the people who make this place holy.
And that's why we're here. That's why we've been coming here for thousands of years:
Because we humans have an innate spiritual need for connection – connection to holiness, connection to each other, connection to community.
And Temple Israel is a holy community.
* * *
–A holy community is one where people feel known – not just recognized, but really known, and accepted, and loved by people who genuinely care.
–A holy community is one in which people feel inspired – inspired to change their lives and to change the world.
–And a holy community is one where people feel valued – valued for who they are and what they have to give.
We all need to feel these things. And when we do, we feel alive; we feel a sense of purpose; we feel connected to God, and we live in ways that are godly.
That's why we're here.
And lest we doubt it: see the light pouring in through these magnificent windows;
Look around at all the faces, young and old, radiating with the light of God;
Hear the whisper in the gentle morning silence:
"Be holy."
Our purpose here – mine and yours together – is to be a holy Jewish community – for ourselves, for each other, and for our children.
* * *
This spiritual need to be known is profound.
We walk through so much of our lives unknown to the people around us.
At the coffee shop, at the dry cleaners, at the store; even at work, and in the kids' school, and on the soccer field, and on social media –
We might know about each other to one degree or another, but we don't really know each other's lives in a meaningful way.
But we have a deep and innate spiritual need to be known.
That's why we can be surrounded by people from morning till night, and have a thousand friends on Facebook, and still feel profoundly and painfully lonely.
Remember the theme song from "Cheers?"
(My wife told me I'm dating myself with this old-timey cultural reference, but that's OK; I think it makes the point nicely.)
The song said: "Sometimes you want to go / where everybody knows your name."
And that's it: It's about feeling known.
–Feeling that people understand who you are, and what's important to you;
–It's about feeling that people know the challenges you face at home;
that you're struggling with depression or that your spouse is sick;
that you're pained because your child is estranged, or you're still grieving your mother's death all these years later…
and the key is, they don't judge you for it.
–It's about feeling like you don't have to wear a mask when you walk in the door, or be embarrassed, or get it together…
because the people in this community know you, and love you, and accept you for who you are and where you are in your life – no matter what.
These kinds of connections are powerful.
They've certainly been powerful for me, in my life.
Now, I admit: until I worked as a rabbi in my first congregation, I never realized a community like this was something I longed for.
I just didn't think about it much, to be honest.
But then I experienced it. I made these deep connections with people, connections rooted in shared values, shared love for Judaism and tradition and learning, and genuine affection…
And they became my extended family.
They nurtured me, and loved me, and welcomed my children into the world, and celebrated simchas with us, and comforted us in times of sorrow.
They became part of me.
That's what holy community can be, if you're willing to invest yourself in it.
To make connections like this, we have to be willing to be vulnerable and trusting, and open a window into our lives so that others can see in.
And, in turn, we have to make the effort to know them, too.
–It's about being friendly and interested in our fellow congregants; asking about each other's families and each other's lives, and really caring about the answer.
–Going beyond asking, "what do you do?" or "what can you do for me?" – and asking, with genuine interest: "Who are you? What makes you cry? What brings you joy? What brings you here?"
–And when we're sitting in the Community Court waiting to pick up our kids or waiting for services to start, we have to remember that we're not a collection of isolated atoms who happen to be occupying the same space;
We're an intertwined human family who have all come here to be part of something holy.
Holy community.
That's why we're here.
* * *
Cheers, the bar on TV, was the place where everybody knows your name. And that's what Temple should be, too.
That, and more.
Because a holy community is one where people not only feel known, but also one where they feel inspired –
–inspired to learn and grow, spiritually and intellectually;
–inspired to look inward and change their lives for the better;
–inspired to be a role model for the next generation, and to keep this tradition alive for them;
–inspired to go out and change the world.
So instead of sitting on the bar stool chatting about idle things and sucking down empty calories, this holy community talks about things that matter…
Things like: Torah, values, morality, God, the soul, justice, peace, and service.
At first, these may feel like just words to us.
–But then, we learn something in Torah study so profound that it changes the way we think – and we're awed by the brilliance of Jewish wisdom, and we want more of it;
–Or we experience a life-cycle ceremony so powerful that the feeling of God's presence is tangible and life just makes sense, if only for that moment – so we decide to seek out more spiritual connection like this in our life;
–Or we see our child's eyes light up as they blow the shofar on Rosh Hashanah, and we feel a joy in Judaism that we never felt before;
–Or at a Habitat for Humanity build or a picnic across the street, we meet a family from the other side of town or from the other side of the world…
and although we've heard it a thousand times before, the commandment to "be kind to the stranger, because you were strangers in Egypt" reverberates in our bones for the very first time…
And suddenly, we feel inspired – and those words, which before felt like just words to us, suddenly come to life!
And they become part of us; and they change us. Forever.
That's why we're here.
To teach, to inspire, to bring the words and the values to life;
To search together, to struggle together, to help each other live with humility, and awe, and faith…
Because we know that there is far more to life than what we can see with our eyes.
That's why we're here.
* * *
We all have a role to play in creating and nurturing this holy community.
The clergy can't do it alone. The professional team can't do it alone. The lay leadership can't do it alone.
It takes everyone – us and you, together – to make it happen.
So I invite you, this year, to take ownership of this. Let's make it happen, together.
Because a holy community is one where every member adds value, and every member feels valued:
–Valued for who you are as a human being;
–Valued for your experiences and your ideas;
–Valued for your whole self, and everything that your presence brings to our community.
I want you to give of your skills, and your creativity, and your time, and your energy, because I am absolutely certain that this community will be enriched by your participation.
And I want you to give – not only because of the value that you will add to your community – but also because of the value that you will add to your own life.
Working to help the community is, in and of itself, a portal to Jewish meaning and purpose.
–To help build a holy community where others feel known and loved, and inspired, and valued…
–To help build a caring community, where people feel accepted, and safe, and nurtured…
–To pray, and seek, and cry, and rejoice alongside people you love – people who know you, and love you…
That's what it is to be part of something holy.
* * *
–So this year, when one of the clergy or a temple volunteer asks you to help, say yes – because this community needs and values what you have to give.
–This year, try something at Temple you haven't done before – a class, a service project, prayer, a community outing – and be open to being inspired and changed by it.
–This year, when you find yourself standing by someone you don't know – reach out, be kind, and interested, and get to know them.
–And next time someone reaches out to you, dare to be vulnerable. Open a window into your life, into your light, and let them know you.
Because that's why we're here.
And lest we doubt it: see the light pouring in through these beautiful windows;
Look around at all the faces, young and old…
Each unique, each searching, each yearning for connection…
Each radiating with the light of God.
Hear the whisper in the gentle morning silence:
"Be holy."
Be Holy, Hear the Whisper
By Peter & Ellen Allard
Be holy, hear the whisper
A quiet gentle voice.
Be holy, hear the whisper
That helps us make the choice
To be like God
Be holy, hear the whisper
Present every day
Be holy, hear the whisper
It teaches us the way
To be like God
HaKadosh Baruch Hu
HaKadosh Baruch Hu
Be holy, hear the whisper
That guides each word and deed
Be holy, hear the whisper
Reminding us we need
To be like God.
Be holy, hear the whisper
The warmth of love's embrace
Be holy, hear the whisper
Giving us the grace
To be like God.
HaKadosh Baruch Hu
HaKadosh Baruch Hu


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13 people died and at least 16 people were injured when a church roof collapsed during mass, near the eastern South African city of Durban.
The roof collapsed after heavy rains on Thursday evening, in Dlangubo, north of Durban.
Lennox Mabaso, spokesman for the provincial traditional affairs department.
According to the Spokesman for the provincial traditional affairs department, Lennox Mabaso, "The roof of the building collapsed because of heavy rains last night … at this point we have a total of 13 fatalities," said
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Steering Committee members oversee all festival aspects. Weekend volunteers greet attendees, support the artists and work behind the scenes. Every volunteer, every four-hour shift is important to the success of our festival. Many opportunities, with training provided.
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In-office opportunities year-round. There's always something to do at ArtFest.
Festival Volunteer Positions
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Before the festival weekend, please be sure to watch the training videos for your area.
We count on your presence and prompt arrival 20 minutes before your scheduled shift times.
Volunteer Headquarters is located at the "City Pier" building – that is the 2-story building at the riverside end of Hendry St. Look for the big red & yellow Welcome Flags.
Volunteer Priorities
FUN is why we volunteer! Smiling is contagious. Safety is always the first priority; this is why we ask that no alcoholic beverages be consumed while volunteering. Patience is always a must: We have 500 devoted volunteers and 95,000 attendees at ArtFest Fort Myers during our festival weekend.
What to Wear
Wear your FREE volunteer T-shirt — provided to you at Check-In. Dress comfortably for outdoors and listen to the weather. Bring rain gear, if rain is predicted — we still need you. Don't forget your sunscreen! Comfortable closed-toed shoes are a must, our festival site is one mile long and you will be on your feet.
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The only thing I want to change about you is that ringless finger on your left hand.
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It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.
People shop for a bathing suit with more care than they do a husband or wife. The rules are the same. Look for something you'll feel comfortable wearing. Allow for room to grow.
Marrying for love may be a bit risky, but it is so honest that God can't help but smile on it.
The best thing a parent can do for a child is to love his or her spouse.
Marriage has no guarantees. If that's what you're looking for, go live with a car battery.
I tried marriage. I'm 0 for 3 with the marriage thing. So, being a ballplayer - I believe in numbers. I'm not going 0 for 4. I'm not wearing a golden sombrero.
Marriage is not just spiritual communion, it is also remembering to take out the trash.
Marriage is the miracle that transforms a kiss from a pleasure into a duty.
Married love between man and woman is bigger than oaths guarded by right of nature.
Every year has brought us more love as a husband and wife, you are my heart's delight, and I can't wait to see what this year brings for us.
Women marry men hoping that the man will change. Men marry women hoping the woman will not change. Inevitably, they both end up disappointed.
Almost all married people fight, although many are ashamed to admit it. Actually a marriage in which no quarreling at all takes place may well be one that is dead or dying from emotional undernourishment. If you care, you probably fight.
You don't marry someone you can live with, you marry the person who you cannot live without.
The four most important words in any marriage, "I'll do the dishes."
The greatest wealth a man can have is an understanding wife.
A man in love is incomplete until he is married. Then he's finished.
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Love may be blind but marriage is a real eye opener.
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Marriage should be for love; marrying a woman simply because she is cute is like buying something useless at the market just because it's beautiful.
If you fight like a married couple, talk like best friends, flirt like first love, protect each other like siblings, it's meant to be.
A sure sign of a man's strength is how gently he loves his wife.
You don't marry someone you can live with – you marry the person you cannot live without.
I ask you to wear this ring today so that every day, in every way, you will be carrying part of me and my love with you.
With this ring I give you my heart and I promise from this day forward you shall not walk alone. May my heart be your shelter and my arms be your home.


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According to the Evening Standard, Tooting is one of the friendliest places in London. It was also named one of the 10 coolest neighbourhoods due to its quirky stalls.
The cottage is now a building of great historical interest and you can still book a room even today. So, next time you are in Swiss Cottage, remember to visit the Swiss Cottage and experience the historic architectural accommodation.
There are amazing coffee houses and restaurants in Tooting. Students enjoy living in Tooting because of the great, affordable nightlife and pubs.
For relaxation there is over 200 acres of green space, including the famous Tooting Bec Common.
Tooting Bec offers an amazing outdoor and open air swimming pool where all can relax and enjoy the weather when it's warm enough!
Because there are so many things that the residents of Tooting can enjoy around the area, we love to help out by giving them back some free time. By taking care of all domestic cleaning, Tooting residents can spend extra time with their loved ones and friends. You also get a clean house!
TidyChoice is the best app in London to find an independent cleaning professional. It is also easy to book. Simply enter your postcode and requirements to get matched with fully vetted cleaners.
Payments are done online after each session so you do not have to fiddle around with cash. It is also easy to manage your booking online as well as availing of our great customer support.
Tooting, part of the Wandsworth council, take street cleaning seriously. They take care of almost everything in the area, from fouling to weeds of 10cm high. They even carry out street cleaning on bank holidays. The main contractor for street cleaning service is Continental Landscapes Ltd.
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