Extraordinary plans are underway for the Annual Night of Giving for Beth El

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Once again, the Gala board members are working the Annual Night of Giving for Beth El, which will take place at Marsh Landing Country Club on Saturday, March 30.

“Our gala theme this year is Play it Forward,” said Tracy Aquila, the gala chair. “We were so overwhelmed by our rabbi’s gesture of generosity that we wanted to continue with that theme.” 

With retirement on the horizon, Beth El’s rabbi, Rabbi Michael Matuson, has pledged to create and direct the first $100,000 to a fund dedicated solely to paying down the Beth El building mortgage. 

“I want to leave my congregation something, something better than words or sounds,” said Matuson. 

The committee decided that the rabbi’s actions made the Play it Forward theme appropriate for this event. “We’ve added a fabulous quote to our invitation this year,” said Aquila. “It’s amazing how one person’s act of kindness can change the course of our synagogue. Today, follow their lead.” 

The fundraising efforts include silent auctions and live auctions. All proceeds from the gala will support the Jewish community at Beth El. The Annual Night of Giving is available to anyone in the community who would like to participate. Please contact the synagogue office at (904) 273-9100 for further information on this event and all other programs.