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Strength of tradition and warmth of community are at the heart of our congregation, yet we are so much more. We are a center for Jewish life, a home away from home where you and your loved ones can share with us in the life-long Jewish journey of learning and discovery.
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May 27, 2020
Dear TBY family member,
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, in fulfillment of the Jewish value of Pikuach Nefesh (saving lives) and in keeping with the directives of state and county authorities, we have refrained from gathering in person. Nevertheless, our temple has been and continues to be open, providing meaningful and essential opportunities to learn, worship and connect with each other from the safety of our own homes.
On Monday, May 25th, the State of California released guidelines (see below) advising religious organizations on how to safely return for in-person programs. The guidelines make clear that in-person worship services still represent a relatively high risk for transmission of the virus and that online alternatives should continue whenever possible. Where in-person gatherings are to be contemplated, strict measures are advised including significant limitations on number of attendees on campus, the maintenance of a minimum of six feet distance between individuals, the recommendation for all participants to wear face masks and the avoidance of speaking or singing.
While we are eager to be together in person as soon as possible, we do not believe that it is safe enough to do so yet.
The State of California has committed to reviewing and adjusting the guidelines after 21 days. During this period the Temple Bat Yahm Reopening Task Force, consisting of staff, lay leaders and health professionals, will be developing a plan using these guidelines to: safely get people in and out of both indoor and outdoor spaces, procure PPE and other sanitation needs that will be required, train staff and determine how we will invite members back to campus as we know our maximum capacity will be limited. The plan will need to be able to both be scaled up or down depending on the next update.
Please be assured that we are keen to be back in person as soon as it is safely possible to do so and that when we do finally resume in-person gatherings, we will continue to offer online zoom options for the foreseeable future so that those who are uncomfortable returning in person can continue to participate remotely.
We look forward to seeing and speaking with you soon via our many online offerings or by phone or email at any time.
Wishing you and your loved ones a chag Shavuot Sameach and may you stay healthy and safe!
Rabbi Gersh Zylberman Mark Gulner Coby Sonenshine
Senior Rabbi Executive Director President
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