Women's League

The late Ruth Bader Ginsburg may have said it best; “Women belong in all places where decisions are being made… It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.” When it comes to female empowerment, there is a plethora of inspiration to be drawn for women in all industries and facets of life – from media personalities to scientist, journalists to a homemaker.

Inspiration can come in many forms, too. Some of the most influential women in history didn’t necessarily hold high positions of power nor have the most degree under their belts. Rosa Parks, a civil rights activist who change the social discourse around racism in America simply by refusing to move to the back of the bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Or Malala Yousafzi, who made headlines after risking her life to stand up for women’s education in Pakistan. 

Here are some motivational quotes from some of the most inspirational women throughout history, individual that have proven that being bold, being loud, and being bravely visible are the best way for a women to be.

I truly believe the only way we can create global peace is through not only educating our minds, but our hearts and souls. …. Malala Yousafzi

The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure you are very courageous, be strong, and be extremely kind and above all humble.  ….  Serena Williams

Step out of history that is holding you back. Step into the new story you are willing to create. 

…  Oprah Winfrey

At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can. …Frida Kahlo

I write for those women who do not speak, for those who do not have a voice because they were so terrified, because we are taught to respect fear more than ourselves. We have been taught that silence would save us, but it won’t. …  Audre Lorde

My mother told me to be a lady. And for her, that meant be your own person, be independent. …  Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Look in the mirror and meet the most influential women in your life… YOU. 

Share your stories and share your experiences.

We watched the events from Washington DC in the last 24 hours with dismay but also steely resolve to pursue peace and justice as our sacred tradition demands. What we witnessed is unparalleled since the Civil War. The violent crowd, storming into the U.S. Capital and attacking the two Houses of Congress. This is an outrage. The Mishnah teaches us that we must always pray for the government. It is imperative that the Jewish community, stand together as one. We must not allow political division to undermine the unity of our community

May God restore peace to our nation, and may God bless America.

Prayer for our Country

Our God and God of our ancestors, we invoke your blessing upon our country, and upon the leaders of our nation, and of our communities. Inspire all who lead and serve to conduct their affairs faithfully and with devotion to justice. May peace and security, happiness and prosperity, right and freedom abide among us. Unite the inhabitants of our country, of all backgrounds and creeds, to banish hatred and bigotry, to safeguard our noblest ideals, and to preserve the institution which nurture liberty. May this land under Your Providence be an influence for good throughout the world, helping to unite all peoples in peace and freedom, and bringing closer to fulfillment the vision of Your prophets; “Nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore.” “For the work of the righteousness shall be peace, and the effect of righteousness calm and confidence forever.” AMEN

                                                        “Those who slander us shall

                                                          Have no hope, and all their

                                                            evil ways be gone (lost)

                                                                     immediately”

We are looking forward to many more wonderful years here at Temple Beth Shmuel- Cuban Hebrew Congregation. Contrary to what you have heard as awful continuing gossip we will ALWAYS be Temple Beth Shmuel – Cuban Hebrew Congregation of Miami Inc. You have heard we would close many years ago but we remain functioning and we will continue to keep our doors OPEN to the community. I thank you for your support and look forward to 2021, in which we will share and participate in many cultural, educational and social events in our beautiful sanctuary and newly renovated starlight Olemberg Ballroom.

Stay safe, distance and always wear your mask.

Happy Holidays

Becky Kobrowski, President and the WL Board

Now is the time to find the spiritual connection inside, not inside a physical structure, but inside ourselves. The community will connect with the help of technology. But we must also find the way to create our own spiritual connection. Perhaps we can make the environment in our personal home help ignite the spirit. For some candles, artwork and religious symbols could help decorate the environment, and feel like a personal sanctuary. For some it might be the presence of family or friends in the same room, or even over a computer screen. Many will want to take a quiet time before or after the recorded services, contemplating the previous year and the next year, meditating on the hopes, dreams, expectations and potential surprises the world offers. We take time to remember the blessings and the challenges, while trying to feel blessed by both especially this year. We are truly challenged to make our home our sanctuary. Let us see Hashem before our eyes, in our home and in our hearts. Starting from such holy hearts, holy homes and holy minds, together we will make it a very sweet New Year.

L’shalom, 

Becky Kobrowski