Many people like to make resolutions in the New Year; it’s symbolic of this time as a new beginning when people can attempt to reset and make improvements. Often the focus, energy and time that is put into those goals loses steam as the days, weeks and months go by. Change, especially sustained change, can be difficult. But Jesus modeled a better way. In Mark, Chapter 4, Jesus is teaching a

Pastor Johan Dodge will return to the pulpit on Sunday, Jan. 16, after a time of refreshment with his family. He will speak on the topic “Fruit of the Vine/ Fruit of the Spirit.” He offers the following reflection to guide church members’ prayers and devotions throughout the week: “The Holy Spirit enlivens each person with unique gifts that nurture faith and serve the common good. To identify

Rabbi-Cantor Galit-Shirah has decided to postpone Beit HaLev’s return to live, in-person services until March. The omicron surge will hopefully have ebbed and the extension of the mask mandate will hopefully be lifted by then. Until then, Beit HaLev livestream services are on Facebook at Facebook.com/ galityomtov and Zoom. To join the Zoomagogue community, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 9152434704?pwd=THJGTE1O

TRAVELING TIGERS On Jan. 19, the Traveling Tigers will welcome Diane Wood and Gerald Gaughen, a couple who re-created Wood’s family’s adventure from Michigan to California along Route 66. Everyone is invited to bring their own lunches to Clubhouse 3, Room 9. The room will be called to order by club President Ed Hickman at noon, and the presentation will begin at 1 p.m. All attendees must