Volunteering is one of the most rewarding ways to become fully engaged in the Temple Israel community. And, as a volunteer, you help the Temple achieve its mission to be a Reform Jewish community devoted to praying together, learning together, and caring for each other.
Below is a brief description of each of TI’s committees along with the Committee Chairs’ contact information. Get involved!
If you have any questions or want further information, contact the Committee Chair or Deb Greenberg, Membership Chair.
Adult Jewish Learning provides programs through lectures, guest speakers, and discussion groups to promote lifelong Jewish education.
Contact: Marci Sternheim jewishlearning@tiwestport.org
Caring responds to members’ in times of need with acts of kindness and caring. Subcommittees support members during illness, bereavement, new baby, and times of other life challenges.
Contact: Valerie Schanzer caring@tiwestport.org
Cemetery oversees the operation of the Temple's cemetery in Norwalk.
Contact: Leonard Leader cemetery@tiwestport.org
Chronicle Editor gathers articles, edits, and publishes the Chronicle.
Contact: Sharon Schroeder chronicle@tiwestport.org
Communications makes recommendations concerning TI’s communication vehicles to members and to the greater community.
Contact: communications@tiwestport.org
Continuity creates and supports programming that promotes lifelong connection to Temple Israel. Subcommittees develop activities for empty nesters, college students, and interfaith families.
Early Childhood formulates policy for early childhood education center in conjunction with Director. ECC Parent Association provides support to classroom activities and celebrations.
Contact: Sam Walker ecc@tiwestport.org
Finance prepares TI’s annual budget and oversees all financial and investment decisions.
Fine Arts enhances the congregation’s appreciation of Jewish music and art through its programs. click here to see our Fine Arts page.
Contact: Yvonne Senturia finearts@tiwestport.org
Governance advises the lay leadership regarding the government of TI.
Contact: Dan Magida governance@tiwestport.org
House oversees the maintenance and enhancement of TI’s buildings and grounds.
Contact: Sam Gardner house@tiwestport.org
Human Resources advises on a broad variety of personnel issues.
Contact: Tammy Jersey hr@tiwestport.org
Israel educates and promotes Temple Israel’s connection to Israel.
Contact: Sally Kliegman israel@tiwestport.org
Judaica Shop selects and merchandises a wide array of Judaica available for purchase by the community.
Contact: Lori Tompkins judaicashop@tiwestport.org
Library oversees TI’s library collection and promotes its use by the community.
Contact: Harriet Selverstone library@tiwestport.org
Membership serves to attract, welcome, and involve new and long-standing members in the Temple community.
Contact: Deb Greenberg membership@tiwestport.org
Men’s Group offers a variety of activities and programs to enhance the involvement of men into Temple life.
Contact: Stu Speckman men@tiwestport.org
Religious School formulates policy for the religious school in conjunction with the Director. RS Parent Association supports classroom activities and celebrations.
Ritual provides input to our Clergy regarding worship services and Jewish holiday observances, and arranges honors and ushering during the Shabbat and High Holy Day Services.
Contact: Maury Wind ritual@tiwestport.org
Social Action organizes opportunities for Tikkun Olam – repairing the world.
Contact: Eric Zlatin socialaction@tiwestport.org
Women’s Group plans programs to create, build, and strengthen bonds among the women in our congregation.
Contact: Stacey Walker women@tiwestport.org
Youth advises, supports, and recommends policy and programming concerning informal education of our Temple youth.
Contact: Dana Levin youth@tiwestport.org
In addition to our committees, Temple Israel is fortunate to have a number of interesting other groups that meet regularly and would welcome your participation. Please look for program announcements in the Chronicle and on our website: www.tiwestport.org.
