Tag Archives: Beth Jacob

Beth Jacob Holds A Big Meeting Tonight To Select Its New Cantor

Posted on September 21, 2008 by Luke Ford

I’m told: Nati Baram was approved overwhelmingly – rumor has it he got over 90% approval. He will commence his duties in December and will arrive here late November with his wife Carmit and the baby they are now expecting. … Continue reading →

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Jewish Federation Of LA Board Chair Stanley P. Gold Bores Beth Jacob

Posted on September 20, 2008 by Luke Ford

Stanley Gold spoke at Beth Jacob Shabbos morning. He’s a lousy public speaker and left the crowd sleepy. Gold said before taking the position at the Federation, he asked his wife and kids if he should take the job. They … Continue reading →

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Temple Beth Am Needs A Leader

Posted on September 13, 2008 by Luke Ford

They let Rabbi Joel Rembaum retire. They let assistant rabbi Perry Netter go. Rabbi Netter resigned after he wasn’t given consideration for the top post. Rabbi Netter had a loyal following at the shul. Now he works at a hedge … Continue reading →

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Beth Jacob’s New Cantor

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Luke Ford

Cantor Shim Craemer of Riverdale visited this past Shabbat for consideration as the Chazzan. Made a good impression. A nice voice and a mench par excellence. It seems the nod will probably go to Nati Baram of the Great Synagogue … Continue reading →

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I Dream Again About Rabbi Weil

Posted on August 5, 2008 by Luke Ford

I dreamed I swung by Beth Jacob on a Sunday morning. The shul had some family event. I hung out. Then, with some trepidation, I walked to the door of the shul. Rabbi Weil came by and invited me to accompany … Continue reading →

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