Temple Menorah - Redondo Beach

03/31/2026

Proud of Interim Senior Rabbi Deborah Schuldenfrei's work on this project with Craig Taubman!

12/16/2025

10/15/2025

As the sounds of war begin to quiet and the hostages rejoin their loved ones, our hearts overflow with relief, remembrance and HOPE

To mark this historic moment, tonight, Reform Movement leaders will gather with us at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT for “Holding Hope: A Reform Movement Gathering Marking the Release of our Hostages.” Through music, poetry, and prayer, we will honor what we have carried together—as we ritually close this dark chapter and open our hearts to what comes next. Register: http://urj.org/holdinghope

08/15/2025

We hope you can join us! RSVP Now!
https://templemenorahredondobeach.shulcloud.com/form/vinoandvibes

05/28/2025

Mazal tov to “Mr. David!”

David Lewis, Senior Consultant, Center for Excellence in Part-Time Jewish Education received his honorary doctorate in Jewish Religious Education from Hebrew Union College. The honorary degree recognizes alumni who have served 25 years in the field. Incoming BJE CEO Dr. Miriam Heller Stern had the honor of participating in the ceremony in her current role as Director of HUC's School of Education. Mazel tov to David! May you go from strength to strength!

05/21/2025

Join us this summer for Camp Menorah and Camp Tuvia - one drop-off for school-age AND preschool campers! Camp Menorah is open to rising TK/Kinder campers through high school, and Camp Tuvia for 2-year-olds through rising TK campers.
Click here for more information:

We offer a preschool summer program for children ages 2-5, including rising TK students. With year round and week to week contracts available for the summer, we have a program that can fit your schedule. This summer we're focusing on Jewish Values and fostering our spirit of adventure!

05/08/2025

Mazal tov to Suzy Nastaskin!

Smotrich Family Foundation Award of Merit for Excellence in Teaching

SMOTRICH WINNERS
Suzy Nastaskin - Temple Menorah and Elisa Robichaud - Temple Etz Chaim

In the Jewish community, part-time religious schools have always needed to be nimble and adaptable, meeting students weekdays after school and on Sundays, fitting into windows outside their regular school days and extracurricular activities. As we’ve moved through the pandemic and the aftermath of October 7, religious school teachers have often been an extra source of emotional support for students and have worked tirelessly to foster a sense of community and joy of Judaism. The teachers being recognized this year have made many contributions to the Community, their schools, their families and students.

The Smotrich Family Foundation Award of Merit for Excellence in Teaching is given annually to up to two newer religious school teachers – “rising stars” in their field. The winning teachers receive a $1,000 prize, and their schools receive a $500 prize. The awards are made possible through the generosity of the Smotrich Family Foundation. The Smotrich award was presented to Suzy Nastaskin of Temple Menorah and Elisa Robichaud of Temple Etz Chaim. Click here to read more!

https://www.bjela.org/2025-smotrich-family-foundation-award-of-merit-for-excellence-in-teaching

Recipients for this award were chosen from among nominations submitted by BJE-affiliated Religious School programs.

Mazal tov and Yasher Koach to Suzy and Elisa from BJE staff and leadership!

For more information about the Smotrich Awards, please contact Senior Consultant David Lewis.

https://www.bjela.org/about/staff/david-lewis

03/11/2025

Thank you to Igor Nastaskin with Estate Properties for sponsoring our Purim Celebration!
Register now!
tinyurl.com/TMPurim5785

03/11/2025

Just a few days away from our Wicked: Defying Tragedy Purim Celebration!
Register now! https://templemenorahredondobeach.shulcloud.com/form/5785-purim.html

02/15/2025

Our friends at the Jewish Experience Center at Kehillat Israel are working to keep their religious school program running while they are displaced from their building. We have the opportunity to help them collect the materials they need for the rest of the year. Please consider purchasing an item from their Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/XGC3K52ZO66O

Let's all join in this mitzvah!

01/08/2025

A message from the clergy and leaders of Temple Menorah:

We know you join us in wishing the first responders and the firefighters all of the support and strength to continue to push forward. Many of us have friends and family who are deeply impacted by the fires and we hope they have all found a safe place to be. As a community we have two priorities at this time: physical safety and emotional well-being. We are taking precautions in Tuvia and at JLL to follow all of the local guidance on air quality. Felicia Flores, Tuvia Director, and Rabbi Rebeccah, Rabbi-Educator and leader of JLL have already been preparing for the next many days together with head of maintenance Francisco Gonzalez. Our children and staff will be safe and well participating in all Temple Menorah functions.

Regarding emotional well-being, you may know that last night the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center burned entirely in the Eaton Fire. It is a historical synagogue and it was emotional to hear a colleague describing removing the twelve Torah scrolls from the ark as ash fell in the parking lot. We know that the firefighters and so many residents of Los Angeles are at risk and we pray for their safety and for the quick end to the winds and the fires.

For all of us who have children at home, be aware that they hear so much and at this time, language is severe because the situation is a crisis. Be prepared to answer questions big and small about the fires, they may worry for themselves, or you, for their home or school. We are happy to speak with you individually if there is more support we can provide. With kids, depending on their age, sometimes a question expresses a sincere concern about the world, and sometimes, it is a simple curiosity that will pass even before the question is fully out of their mouth. Listen fully first, read what they are asking and keep answers reassuring and short. Try to limit the images and media they see. And if this is a lot for you as a grown up, consider a news diet, it is proven to reduce stress.

These words from Ecclesiastes have guided us these past 24 hours: “Two are better than one, together their work is greater. Should they fall, one can lift the other; but woe to him who is alone when he falls and there is no one to lift him!”

You are not alone; we are thinking of you and we are here for you.

Warmly,

Rabbi Deborah Schuldenfrei, Interim Senior Rabbi
Rabbi Rebeccah Yussman, Rabbi-Educator
Cantor Melanie Fine, Cantor
Ilise Welter, Executive Director
Felicia Flores, Director of Early Childhood Education
Cliff Numark, President, Board of Trustees