Beth Israel-West Temple (Cleveland, Ohio)

Beth Israel-The West Temple (f. 1954) is a Reform Jewish synagogue located in Cleveland, Ohio's west side. For more information about the congregation's history, the researcher should consult the register to MS. 3926 Beth Isael-The West Temple Records. A noted feature of this congretation is its volunteerism. For the first forty-five years of its history, all posts and jobs, with the exception of rabbi, were staffed by volunteers. This included the principal, administrator, teachers, and aides of the religious school; the librarians, office managers and secretaries; youth group advisors; and interfaith and community education coordinators. Approximately one-third of the congregation made this commitment to volunteer several hours a week throughout the year.

From the description of Beth Israel-The West Temple Records, Series II, 1954-2000. (Rhinelander District Library). WorldCat record id: 54756639

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