For the past several years, B'nai Or has been experimenting with
ways of integrating members into our community and involving them in committees and projects. To accomplish this, a system of communal Tribes
was developed. Members are assigned to respective Tribes, usually determined by the member's geographical location. In addition to gathering for various social events and occasions, Tribes are also assigned the
responsibility of the mitzvot of opening and closing our service site and the coordination of Shabbat onegs (refreshments after
the service) throughout the year. Twice yearly, usually around Hanukkah and early Spring, the leadership of the community
sets aside time for Tribes to gather in celebration. The first of these gatherings is scheduled for the weekend of
December 9-11, 2011 when each tribe will "WELCOME" its new members. If you don't know, or are unsure of which tribe you are assigned to,
please contact Tribe Coordinator, Liz Brenner.
Tribe Joyful Service, 2011/2012---5772 Assignments:
**All services are in the Peck Room except December 2. This service will be in the Wilson Chapel.
Tribe Gatherings: Dec. 9-11 Fall/Winter; Mar. 23-25 Spring
SEPTEMBER 16 Nonami Tribe
OCTOBER 14 Rainbow River Tribe
NOVEMBER 11 Shabbat Tribe (*service led by Rabbi Hanna Tiferet Siegel)
DECEMBER 2 Tribe of the Roots (**new member’s service)
JANUARY 6 Hinenu Tribe
FEBRUARY 3 Nonami Tribe
FEBRUARY 10 Rainbow River Tribe (*Shabbaton weekend with Rabbi Hanna Tiferet Siegel)
MARCH 2 Shabbat Tribe
APRIL 13 Tribe of the Roots
MAY 11 Hinenu Tribe (*service led by Rabbi Hanna Tiferet Siegel)
June 8 Rainbow River Tribe
Pastoral Care/ Tribes/
Tikkun Olam Upcoming Events/ Chanting
