President's Message
Be-ru-chim ha-ba-im! Welcome to the President’s page! First, I thank you for your interest in our synagogue. Second, I invite you to come visit us and see what a warm, welcoming, spiritual environment we have created. Starting 37 years ago with just a handful of families, the congregation has grown to approximately 120 families. Our growth reflects the increase of the Jewish population in and around Gloucester County.
My husband and I joined B'nai Tikvah 12 years ago. At the time, we were newlyweds who really just wanted a place to go to for the High Holidays. Soon after, our daughter was born and we had her naming ceremony here. We knew as Jewish parents, it was our responsibility to establish a Jewish home and maintain a connection with the local Jewish community. Slowly, we began to attend services and synagogue events. We joined the Sisterhood and Men’s Club. We enrolled our daughter in religious school and joined the PTO. Her joy and passion for attending religious school was contagious!! She made friends…….we made friends. She learned to sing Jewish songs and prayers…..we catch ourselves humming them as well. She is learning to read Hebrew…..she is teaching Mommy to read Hebrew!!
When my husband’s mother passed away, we learned just how much we were accepted as member of this community. People we barely knew, came to sit shiva in our home. We were comforted and saw the depth of the B'nai Tikvah family spirit and love. Over time, our connection to this Jewish community has broadened. Volunteering for events and committees put us on the continuum of our spiritual home.
For a girl who grew up intimidated by “the Temple,” I have found comfort and enlightenment in this congregation. I can follow the flow of services, know the tunes, and am not scared of making a huge mistake when I am honored to be on the bimah. Amazingly, I was voted onto the board . Now, 5 years later, I have the opportunity to share my experiences as president.
It is a fantastic time here at B'nai Tikvah! I invite you to become a member of our family. Enjoy weekly services with our new siddurim. Sing traditional melodies and try new ones. Meet our members, our Rabbis, and our teachers. Join us as we study, socialize and pray together. Help us build our new home where spirits soar and life long bonds are created!
Chazak, chazak, ve-nitchazek! Be strong and let us strengthen one another!
Jamie 
You can reach me by calling the synagogue at 856-589-6550 or email me through our contact form.
