A small and mighty group gathered earlier this summer to clean up the mechanical room (a big storage room in the lower level). We had a good time wondering about the origins of various carnival games from 20 years ago, as well as noticing how both congregations seem to have an affection for celebrating important milestones with coffee mugs (and then saving the leftover mugs for many decades!). We also consolidated some of our wealth of board games and other supplies onto a shared shelf for...

The Genesis Board is beginning this new 2026-20267 fiscal year with a larger leadership team. Following approval by Temple Beth Emeth and St. Clare’s, the board has expanded from eight to ten voting members. The change reflects the growing scope of Genesis’s work and brings additional experience to the board as it oversees our shared facility. The expansion has been under discussion for several years. In recent years Genesis’ work has become increasingly complex. Long-term capital planning...

After more than two years of development, study, and discussion, the Genesis Board, the Temple Beth Emeth Board, and St. Clare's Vestry have agreed on how Genesis will plan and fund major building projects in the decades ahead. The decision implements the Reserve Investment Plan (RIP), a long-range planning framework developed for the Genesis property, and establishes a process for putting it practice. Beginning in fiscal year 2026-27, Temple Beth Emeth and St. Clare's will each contribute...