Temple Israel

Jewish education takes place in formal classroom settings and in informal programs for youth and family.  Opportunities for learning, helping others, and celebrating with family and friends exist at many events year-round, including:
        • Kids Purimspiel        • Sukkot Harvest Festival
        • Purim Carnival         • Sukkah Hop
        • Chanukah Dinner     • Mitzvah Day
        • Israel Festival
        • Tot Shabbat Services & Dinners


MeFTY
MeFTY (Memphis Federation of Temple Israel's Youth) is Temple Israel's youth group for high schoolers.  It is a part of NFTY (North American Federation of Temple Youth) in the NFTY-Southern region, which includes youth groups from Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, and northern Florida.

MeFTY's email address is MeFTY@timemphis.org.

The main focus of MeFTY is participation in social action projects that lead to charitable giving opportunities while bringing its members together.

MeFTY belongs to its members, existing for their enjoyment, spiritual nourishment, involvement with one another, and involvement within the Jewish communities of Memphis and the world.

MeFTY is involved in a number of activities and events.  Be sure to check out MeFTY's photo album!

Purim carnival is a popular MeFTY "labor of love" that brings smiles to children while raising money for charity.

The annual Rosh Hashanah apple cakes sale is another traditional favorite!

Community service projects that benefit non-profit agencies such as Hope House, Memphis Family Shelter, and Sophia's House provide opportunities to help those in need.


Social events like HAM (Havdalah and a Movie) and Shabbat programs (like the interfaith gathering in April of 2008, pictured here) are MeFTY mainstays that bring Temple teens together.

NFTY regional events and conclaves are a hit too!  These conclaves, which are "conventions" for Jewish teens, include special programs, services, and activities.

College-bound MeFTY members (and parents):  Check out Hillel's Guide to Jewish Life on Campus.

MeFTY elects its leaders, and its officers serve a one-year term.  Congratulations to the MeFTY officers for 2010-2011: Hayley Gruwer, President; Sarah Braslow, Programming VP; Emily Rosenthal, Social Action VP; Caroline Benham, Religious and Cultural VP; Megan Orgel, Membership VP; Mimi Scheidt, Treasurer; Matthew Filderman, Secretary.

URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp Many Temple families and children also take advantage of the great opportunities at the URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp in Utica, Mississippi.
    • Awesome Jacobs Camp pictures!
    • Campership Incentive Program
    • Summer Camp 2010 Recap

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