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See Shaare Emeth at These Upcoming Events

Looking for a joyful Jewish community? Shaare Emeth invites you to explore our vibrant Reform congregation in Creve Coeur! We have lots happening in August and September to show you what Shaare Emeth is all about. These events are open to all. Shaare Emeth staff and lay leadership will be there to welcome you. For more information, contact Beth Kodner or Emily Cohen.

Boker Tov Shabbat + Bubble Bus

Saturday, August 19 at 9:30 a.m.

Share the joy of Shabbat with a musical service designed for 0-5-year-olds and their families, followed by breakfast and tons of bubbles from the Bubble Van!

Making Mensches: Pack Rosh Hashanah Care Packages

Wednesday, September 6 at 5:45 p.m.

Bring your children or grandchildren to engage in g’milut chasadim, acts of loving kindness, by putting together Rosh Hashanah bags for our homebound seniors and those in senior living facilities. These bags let our seniors know how much we care and think about them at the New Year. Pizza dinner will be served.

Religious School Opening Day & Community Dan Nichols Concert

Sunday, September 10 
Religious School Begins at 9 a.m.
Community Concert at 10 a.m.

No RSVP is required, contact Rabbi Lori Levine with questions

Check out our joyful learning community by joining us for our opening day of religious school. There will be activities for the whole family with our awesome staff, and we will wrap up the day with a Dan Nichols concert!

Rosh Hashanah Challah Bake

Sunday, September 10 at 11 a.m.

Join us for this fun intergenerational program to make one challah to take with you and one challah that will go in our Rosh Hashanah Caring Bags for our seniors. Gluten-free dough will be available. A light lunch (pizza and salad) will be served while the challah is baking.

Elul Torah Study: Preparing for the Days of Awe

Saturday, August 26
Continental Breakfast at 9 a.m. • Study at 9:30 a.m.

Join Shaare Emeth’s clergy for a special study session focusing on the traditions, texts, and liturgy of the High Holidays. No prior learning necessary; all are welcome.

No RSVP is required, contact Beth Kodner with questions

Mindful Movement with Dani Glassman

Monday, August 28 at 7 p.m.

Experience the spiritual themes of the High Holy Days in the body (compassion, hope, renewal, and more) in this gentle movement class open to all. An offering of Shaare Emeth’s Jewish Mindfulness Center of St. Louis.

Selichot with Dan Nichols

Saturday, September 9
7:15 p.m. Dessert Reception • Simcha Center
8 p.m. A Contemplative & Inspiring Selichot Service • Stiffman Sanctuary
9:30 p.m. Conclude in Silence

As we prepare for the High Holidays, openings to holiness can feel elusive, but with moving words, stirring melodies, and prayers of inspiration, we each can find entrances to holiness. Join special musical guest Dan Nichols and the Shaare Emeth Clergy for this stirring and meaningful service. This service will premiere several pieces by Dan Nichols commissioned by Cantor Warner in memory of his parents. The service ends in quiet candlelight.

No RSVP is required, call 314-569-0010 with questions

Audience Guide

Best for ages 0–5 and their grown-up(s). Siblings welcome!

Best for ages 6–12 and their grown-up(s).

Best for adults and ages 13 and older.

Great for everyone!

ABOUT

Madeleine Elkins & Harvey Wallace

2025 Harris Frank Community Service Award Honorees

Madeleine and Harvey have been cherished members of Congregation Shaare Emeth since 1996. Shortly after their wedding, they began “shul shopping” and quickly found a spiritual home at Shaare Emeth—a community whose warmth and values resonated deeply with them. Since then, they have become pillars of both the congregation and the broader St. Louis community.

Madeleine Elkins built a distinguished 45-year career in the corporate world, with leadership roles in medical supply distribution and law firm financial management. Alongside her professional accomplishments, Madeleine has always made time for meaningful volunteer work. She served on the board of the St. Louis Breast Cancer Coalition and was part of the organizing committee for the JCC Senior Olympics in its early years. Her dedication to Jewish community life is evident in her service on various committees for the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, including co-chairing the 2017 L’Chaim Event. In 2022, she and Harvey co-chaired the JCC’s J’la gala, raising vital funds for scholarships. At Shaare Emeth, Madeleine is a compassionate member of the Caring Committee, and in 2025, she joined the board of the American Jewish Committee, continuing her lifelong commitment to advocacy and service.

Harvey Wallace is a trailblazer in the accounting world and a passionate community leader. In 1973, he co-founded Brown Smith Wallace, a firm that grew to become the 77th largest CPA firm in the United States, with 340 team members at the time of its 2021 merger with Armanino LLP. He now brings his expertise to Private Fiduciary Solutions. Harvey’s professional success is matched by his extraordinary record of community service. He has held leadership roles on the boards of numerous organizations, including the Jewish Community Center, Jewish Federation of St. Louis (where he served as Chairman from 2015 to 2017), Jewish Family Services, The Magic House (Chairman, 2013–2014), Wyman Center, and the Chancellor’s Council at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. His civic engagement also includes board service with the Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital, the St. Louis Community Foundation, and the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center. Harvey has been a dedicated member of the St. Louis Men’s Group Against Cancer and was honored with the Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants Outstanding Public Service Award.

Madeleine and Harvey are blessed with two sons and daughters-in-law, Brad & Elizabeth Wallace and David & Melissa Wallace, and four grandchildren Emma (23), Katie (19), Miriam (13), and Aaron (11).

Together, Madeleine and Harvey exemplify the spirit of generosity, leadership, and compassion. Their decades of service have touched countless lives and strengthened the fabric of our community. We are proud to honor them with the 2025 Harris Frank Community Service Award.