Genesis of Ann Arbor

Genesis of Ann Arbor A unique partnership between Temple Beth Emeth & St. Clare's Episcopal Church

Last Sunday’s first annual Genesis Picnic brought members of Temple Beth Emeth and St. Clare's together for food and con...
06/09/2026

Last Sunday’s first annual Genesis Picnic brought members of Temple Beth Emeth and St. Clare's together for food and conversation before the 2026 Genesis Annual Meeting.

At the meeting, Genesis reported progress toward implementing our long-term reserve plan, announced the expansion of the board from 8 to 10 members, and honored Jim Downward for his decades of leadership.

Last Sunday’s first annual Genesis Picnic brought members of Temple Beth Emeth and St. Clare's together for food and conversation before the 2026 Genesis Annual Meeting.On that hot and muggy day, attendees opted to enjoy hot dogs, potluck salads, and even tastier conversation in the air-conditione...

Genesis has been recognized by the Washtenaw 2030 District for its progress toward carbon neutrality and environmental s...
05/11/2026

Genesis has been recognized by the Washtenaw 2030 District for its progress toward carbon neutrality and environmental sustainability. In its 2025 Impact Report, Genesis is featured as one of four local houses of worship highlighted as case studies and has also been named to the District’s Honor Roll for meeting targets in energy, water, and greenhouse gas reduction.

Genesis has received two notable recognitions from the Washtenaw 2030 District for our ongoing efforts to reduce energy use, conserve water, and lower greenhouse gas emissions.In the District’s 2025 Impact Report, Genesis is featured along with 3 other houses of worship as a best practice case stu...

Our new Wednesday Garden Crew will gather on Wednesday mornings twice a month for a couple of hours, helping shape the g...
05/05/2026

Our new Wednesday Garden Crew will gather on Wednesday mornings twice a month for a couple of hours, helping shape the grounds as the season unfolds. We’ll build on the work from the Spring Awakening, continue a few ongoing projects, and enjoy the outdoors together.

Thanks to everyone who came out for the Spring Awakening and Plant-Forward Potluck a couple of weeks ago. The event got us off to a terrific start maintaining and improving our grounds for the season.It was a spectacular, fragrant spring day. Each breath was a tonic.Among the things we accomplished:...

After two years of planning and work, our building now sports a brand new, state of the art, fire alarm system. So many ...
03/23/2026

After two years of planning and work, our building now sports a brand new, state of the art, fire alarm system. So many of the biggest and most critical improvements to our building happen behind the walls (or over the roof). Here’s what you missed.

After a long time coming, our building now sports a brand new, state of the art, fire alarm system.Over the past few years, Genesis has been taking an especially sober look at what’s holding up and what’s wearing out in our aging building.At our next Tri-Board meeting in June, we expect our cong...

Replacing a double-deck oven is straightforward until it isn’t. The Saga and Ultimate Unification of a Double-Deck Oven ...
01/19/2026

Replacing a double-deck oven is straightforward until it isn’t. The Saga and Ultimate Unification of a Double-Deck Oven tells the tale of the months-long road to getting our Social Hall commercial kitchen back online, almost just in time.

Late last fall, the ovens in the Social Hall kitchen stopped working. All four of them, almost at once.The stovetop range and a warming oven continued to limp along, but those alone were hardly going to cut it to host events around the holidays. (At least one of which was ultimately rescued by staff...

Robert Creal, the first President of Genesis of Ann Arbor, passed away on December 25, 2025, survived by his wife Patty ...
01/05/2026

Robert Creal, the first President of Genesis of Ann Arbor, passed away on December 25, 2025, survived by his wife Patty Creal and his children. Genesis joins Temple Beth Emeth and St. Clare's Church in extending profound condolences to his family. Genesis board member and past president James Downward shares his personal reflection on Bob's leadership leading to the founding of Genesis.

Genesis board member and past president James Downward here shares his personal reflection on Bob Creal's leadership leading to the founding of Genesis.

https://www.genesisa2.org/post/a-season-of-celebration
12/10/2025

https://www.genesisa2.org/post/a-season-of-celebration

Whether your celebrations involve latkes and brachas or Christmas cookies and carols (or both), may they bring comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging in the community we continue to build together. May this season bring you hope, rest, and moments of quiet renewal.

As the snow falls in Ann Arbor, Genesis keeps getting greener as we progress toward our goal of carbon neutrality, thank...
12/03/2025

As the snow falls in Ann Arbor, Genesis keeps getting greener as we progress toward our goal of carbon neutrality, thanks to both the Green Team’s leadership and the staff’s hands-on work.

As Ann Arbor gets whiter with snow, Genesis keeps getting greener as we progress toward our goal of carbon neutrality – and our efforts are getting noticed.

Genesis filled the Social Hall to capacity last Sunday night, for the 2025 Erev Thanksgiving celebration.
11/24/2025

Genesis filled the Social Hall to capacity last Sunday night, for the 2025 Erev Thanksgiving celebration.

Genesis filled the Social Hall to capacity last Sunday night, for the 2025 Erev Thanksgiving celebration.

There’s still time to make your mark on Genesis’s 50th Anniversary year — with a paintbrush and a touch of passion. Ever...
10/27/2025

There’s still time to make your mark on Genesis’s 50th Anniversary year — with a paintbrush and a touch of passion. Everyone in our two congregations is invited to contribute to the Genesis 50th Celebration Community Art Project, a collaborative work of art that will soon become a permanent installation in the hallway just outside the Social Hall.

There’s still time to make your mark on Genesis’s 50th Anniversary year — with a paintbrush and a touch of passion. Everyone in our two congregations is invited to contribute to the Genesis 50th Celebration Community Art Project, a collaborative work of art that will soon become a permanent in...

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