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 15-16, 2012 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, 2012/13 Oneg Shabbat Assignments:
**All Shabbat Services are held in the Peck Room unless stated otherwise**
NOTE: Tribe Gatherings: Dec. 15-16, 2012 Fall/Winter; Mar. 8-9, 2013 Spring
OCTOBER 26 Nonami Tribe
NOVEMBER 16 Hinenu Tribe
DECEMBER 14 Rainbow River Tribe
JANUARY 25 Tribe of the Roots
FEBRUARY 8 Shabbat Tribe
MARCH 15 Nonami Tribe
APRIL 12 Hinenu Tribe
MAY 10 Shabbat Tribe
JUNE 7 Tribe of the Roots
Pastoral Care/ Tribes/
Tikkun Olam Upcoming Events/ Chanting
