Tag: Texting Tuesdays

The Taste of Memory: Exploring Charoset

Join Debbie Bram for an exploration of charoset traditions from Jewish communities around the world, tasting a variety of recipes while uncovering the history, symbolism, and stories behind them. Together, we’ll reflect on how one simple Passover food carries generations of memory, culture, and meaning to the Seder table.

From Text to Table: The Seder’s Sources

Join Rabbi Lori for an opportunity to explore the core texts that make up the modern Haggadah and seder table rituals we know and love today. Bring all your dipping, reclining, and cup-related questions!

Chanukah Babka Baking with Lorry Blath

Join Lorry Blath for a fun and festive Chanukah Babka baking session! Learn tips, techniques, and a delicious recipe. No previous experience necessary. Come and Learn! Register Here

Judah & Judith: An Exploration of Leadership in Times of Crisis

Join Rabbi Bearman for an exploration of Judah and Judith, two leaders who the Jewish tradition associates with the holiday of Chanukah. We’ll begin by investigating what the tradition says about both figures, then move on to more contemporary interpretations of their identities and legacies. Register Here

Harvesting Kindness: The Book of Ruth in Preparation for Shavuot

With Rabbi Andrea Goldstein Join Shaare Emeth’s clergy in May as, together, we’ll use the wisdom of sacred Jewish texts and build a kehillah kedoshah that nurtures our minds, hearts, and souls. Different than a typical Torah study, these text-based discussions feature a new topic and teacher every week. Attend as many sessions as you are […]

The Ways We Remember: Jewish Approaches to Memory Ahead of Memorial Day

With Rabbi Lori Levine Join Shaare Emeth’s clergy in May as, together, we’ll use the wisdom of sacred Jewish texts and build a kehillah kedoshah that nurtures our minds, hearts, and souls. Different than a typical Torah study, these text-based discussions feature a new topic and teacher every week. Attend as many sessions as you are […]

Prayer Evolution: Exploring the Ways Prayers Have Changed

With Rabbi Rachel Bearman Join Shaare Emeth’s clergy in May as, together, we’ll use the wisdom of sacred Jewish texts and build a kehillah kedoshah that nurtures our minds, hearts, and souls. Different than a typical Torah study, these text-based discussions feature a new topic and teacher every week. Attend as many sessions as you are […]

The Newest Jewish Music

With Cantor Seth Warner Join Shaare Emeth’s clergy in May as, together, we’ll use the wisdom of sacred Jewish texts and build a kehillah kedoshah that nurtures our minds, hearts, and souls. Different than a typical Torah study, these text-based discussions feature a new topic and teacher every week. Attend as many sessions as you are […]

Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day) and How Jews Remember

Texting Tuesdays with Ziv Shalev and Rabbi Lori Levine Join our Shinshin Ziv and Rabbi Lori Levine to experience and learn more about the moving ceremonies around Israel for Yom Hazikaron, Israel’s Remembrance Day for the Fallen Soldiers of the Wars of Israel and Victims of Terrorism. We will explore the importance of days of […]

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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.