Volunteer Opportunities

At Temple B’nai Tikvah, Jewish values and wisdom are deeply embedded in a variety of Temple activities. Our committees provide many opportunities for warm, meaningful engagement.

The Temple Board governs the affairs of the Temple and manages our finances and property. They also make policy decisions and, importantly, take action to promote the welfare of our synagogue.

The Board meets once a month in the evenings. If you are interested in being part of this important and necessary group or just want more information, please contact Sid Horovitz, Chair of the Nominations Committee, or Rebecca Silverberg, Temple President.

Adult Education – The Adult Education committee works with the Rabbi to present courses on Jewish history, culture and Hebrew language.
Budget & Finance – Oversees the planning and control of financial operations on an ongoing basis and advises the Board of Trustees. The Treasurer is a member of this committee.
Building – this committee oversees the planned maintenance, structural upgrades and renovations of the Temple building and property and advises on priorities for expenditures. If you have a technical background in engineering, design, architecture or project management, this
Caring Community – The Caring Community Committee works with the Rabbi to help the congregational community support its members in times of need. A few of the services that they it offers are hospital visits, Shiva support, organizing crisis support for members, and transportation for the elderly.
Communications – The Communications committee keeps the congregation and wider community informed about Temple events, using the Temple’s website, Facebook page, and Kol Tikvah newsletter.
Environment Committee – Help make B’nai Tikvah a Jewish environmental leader in Alberta. Volunteers help reduce the congregation’s footprint, organize awareness and advocacy activities. From expanding our solar, reducing our waste, carpooling, education events, and beyond. Contact Peter Driftmier to get involved.
Membership – The Membership committee recruits new members and welcomes them to the Temple community.
Ritual – The Ritual Committee consults with the rabbi to consider the rituals and observances of the synagogue and to promote practices in the home to enhance the values of Jewish living. The committee also provides a forum for congregants to raise concerns or suggest areas of interest for further consideration by the rabbi and the committee.
Shabbat School – The Shabbat School committee works with the Temple’s Rabbi, Educator and other committees to celebrate Jewish holidays and put on special programs for children and youth.
Social Engagement – The Social Engagement Committee enhances Jewish life with celebrations, entertainment, and cultural events.
Social Action – The Social Action Committee coordinates a variety of social action projects that serve the Calgary community and the Jewish community, and that reach beyond our borders to serve needs throughout the world. Over a third of our members participate in a social action project each year.
Volunteer – The Volunteer committee engages with volunteers to meet the Temple’s diverse needs and provide members with fulfilling opportunities to contribute to the Temple’s success.
Volunteering at the Calgary Drop-in Centre – Temple continues to feed the hungry and homeless once a month at the Calgary Drop-In Centre. This is our 20th year doing so! If you feel like doing a mitzvah and want to be part of the crew helping out with this worthwhile Temple initiative, please c ontact Paul Finkleman.

Interested in joining a committee?