Dear Beth Jacob member, Elul 5775 / September 2015 Over the years, many members of our shul have expressed an interest in acquiring a final resting place in the land of Israel, for after 120 years. Questions regarding the best way to approach this abound, however, and people have been seeking guidance in considering this opportunity which has become more feasible in recent times. For the past several months, Beth Jacob s Cemetery Guardians have been researching this matter, considering various options, and determining the best way to assist our members. We are pleased to share the following update: Beth Jacob has reserved an exclusive section for our members at the Eretz HaChaim Cemetery in Beit Shemesh, Israel. Eretz HaChaim has, for over five decades, been assisting Jews in acquiring a befitting final resting place in Israel. Not far from Jerusalem, the picturesque setting and meticulous maintenance of the grounds has made Eretz HaChaim a place of choice for thousands of Jews from around the world. A number of beloved late members of our Atlanta community have been buried at Eretz HaChaim. Eretz HaChaim provides a full range of support services at the time of bereavement so that the transfer to Israel and last rites are performed according to Halacha and with the appropriate sensitivity and dignity. Burial plots for individuals, couples, and families can now be reserved and purchased in the new Beth Jacob section. As per our Torah sources, it is considered appropriate and even commendable for people of all ages to consider purchasing a burial plot for after 120 years. Beth Jacob s Cemetery Guardians have appointed Yonasan Gavant as the chairman of this project. Yonasan is available to answer any questions and to guide interested members through the registration process. He can be reached by phone at 404-844-7324 or by email at bethjacobplots@gmail.com. The current standard price per plot is $6,500, which includes the plot and one-time cemetery maintenance and upkeep fee. Additional costs, as enumerated in the attached Eretz HaChaim information package, would need to be incurred later for the actual funeral and burial services, as well as for local chevra kadisha services, and transporting the niftar to Israel. All costs are subject to increase, but members of Beth Jacob can lock in current pricing with registration and prepayment. Plots in the Beth Jacob section can be paid for with an interest-free payment plan spread over 24 months. Payments can be made by check or credit card. Please note that the price of plots and maintenance at Eretz HaChaim will be increasing to $8,000 effective October 31 st, 2015. Therefore, there is a substantial cost savings for those who are able to register and lock in the current pricing prior to that date. A full prepay option is also available which includes all costs involved from Atlanta through burial in Israel. Please contact Yonasan Gavant for further details. If you are interested in acquiring plots under this program, please complete the enclosed registration form and use one of these options to submit it: 1) Scan and email it to bethjacobplots@gmail.com 2) Mail it to Eretz HaChaim c/o Yonasan Gavant, 2250 North Druid Hills Rd. Suite 235, Atlanta, GA 30329 3) Fax it to 404-633-0799. After your registration form is reviewed and accepted, a confirmation letter and receipt will be mailed to you with your designated plot area. Once full payment is received, the official cemetery certificate deed will be issued and mailed to you. For additional information, please see the following pages or contact Yonasan Gavant. It is our prayer that the plots in Eretz HaChaim will be a segulah for a long and healthy life for you and your family, filled with Hashem s richest blessing. Wishing you a Kesiva V Chasima Tova may you be inscribed for a good and healthy new year, Rabbi Ilan D. Feldman Yonasan Gavant, Chairman, Israel Burial Plots Committee
Eretz HaChaim Cemetery has been assisting Jews from the Diaspora acquire a befitting final resting place in the Land of our Fathers for over 50 years. The tranquil setting and unparalleled personal services provide the needed peace of mind for those purchasing plots and to the bereaved in their time of need. Eretz HaChaim Cemetery accomodates plot reservation for individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. It offers reduced burial costs and convenient payment plans for Eretz HaChaim members. Many leading organizations, yeshivos and congregations from around the world have secured specific areas to benefit their members and loved ones. LOCATION The Eretz HaChaim Cemetery is located at the edge of the Jerusalem hills on Route 38 (5.56 km from the Sha ar Hagai junction on Highway #1) near the city of Beit Shemesh. Just 20 minutes from Ben Gurion International Airport, Eretz HaChaim is readily accessible during the bereaved family s time of need for prompt burial and, if necessary, a place to sit shiva before returning abroad. Convenient for visitors from abroad, especially those travelling to different parts of the country 20 minutes from Jerusalem and 30 minutes from Tel Aviv FACILITIES Beautifully landscaped and meticulously maintained grounds Wide paths to allow easy access for Cohanim Eretz HaChaim Chapel and Bais Medrash on cemetery grounds Lighting to facilitate funerals at night Israel office on site- all records are accessible and any concerns can be dealt with immediately. The New York Eretz Hachaim office is continually in contact with the Israel office. PERSONAL SERVICE Personal and friendly service guaranteed All staff members are knowledgeable about all aspects of the cemetery and can discuss personal needs and requests
PLOTS Burial plots available for individuals, couples, and families Allocation of plots subject to review and decision of the Eretz HaChaim Chevra Kadisha and the Rabbinic leadership of a reserved section Plots suitable for cohanim, to allow relatives to visit Payment plans available A one-time cemetery maintenance fee which includes upkeep, repairs, maintenance, and landscaping is payable at the time of purchase. A legal deed certificate bearing the name designated by the purchaser is issued by the Eretz HaChaim Cemetery & Chevra Kadisha. Please note that the certificate can only be issued once the plot and one-time cemetery maintenance fee have been paid in full. TIME OF NEED In time of need, our office has a 24-hour phone line which a bereaving family can call to receive immediate assistance with the utmost sensitivity and respect. USA and abroad - Eretz HaChaim works with Jewish chapels around the country, and with Chevra Kadisha burial societies abroad. They are given the necessary guidance, paperwork, and permits to ensure that all arrangements regarding Eretz HaChaim are dealt with promptly and smoothly. Israel In the event that the burial is for someone living in Israel, the Eretz HaChaim Chevra Kadisha will take care of all the necessary arrangements, and provide full funeral & burial services including tahara. BURIAL The Eretz HaChaim Chevra Kadisha services, which are conducted according to minhagei Yerushalayim, include tahara, participation of a minyan at the graveside, as well as the opening and closing of the grave. Family Room - for pre-service gathering that can also be used for shiva observance for those family members who schedule a same day return flight. Chapel A dignified Jerusalem-stone chapel is available for the burial service. Please note that the service is required to comply with the custom and regulations of the Eretz HaChaim cemetery. Any requests for specific additions or changes must be made with the Eretz HaChaim Chevra Kadisha. f
ONLINE BROADCAST & RECORDING OF SERVICE Eretz HaChaim has installed a system to enable real time video streaming for family and friends abroad to watch and hear the chapel service and hespedim (eulogies). The broadcast is done through the Eretz HaChaim website, to which those wishing to view the service are given an access code. Families wishing to utilize this must make arrangements with the office. A CD of the service is available MATZEIVOS / MONUMENTS Eretz HaChaim provides full matzeiva, monument, services All monuments purchased through Eretz HaChaim include guaranteed perpetual care and repair Many options available An Eretz HaChaim rabbi is available to review and provide suggested nusach (text) and other essential guidance Eretz HaChaim arranges for monument unveiling and a minyan, if needed YAHRZEITS, VISITS, & OTHER NEEDS The Eretz HaChaim Bais Medrash with its full-time kollel allow the opportunity for family and visitors to schedule a minyan and the recital of Tehillim / hazkara on the day of a yahrzeit or any other special occasion If family members cannot be present, a photograph of the minyan at the graveside can be sent to family abroad Cab service can be scheduled for pickup of visitors from the airport or Jerusalem at special rates that include a wait at the cemetery ERETZ HACHAIM BAIS MEDRASH The Eretz HaChaim Kollel is in a structure alongside the Chapel. 2025 kollel members come from Beit Shemesh every morning and study advanced Talmud and Shulchan Aruch throughout the week. Visitors to the cemetery on yahrzeits or other occasions are welcome to spend time studying with or alongside the kollel members Sponsorships of learning such as Mishnayos or Gemara in memory of loved ones at Eretz HaChaim are available. DEDICATION OPPORTUNITIES Multiple dedication opportunities at Eretz HaChaim are available. Examples include gateways, gardens, and plaques in the chapel f
Price List for Beth Jacob Atlanta Members As of September 1 st, 2015 Burial Plot..$5,000 [Increasing to $6,500 effective October 31 st, 2015] Cemetery maintenance fee..$1,500 Issuing of certificate deed......included Eretz HaChaim membership..included Funeral & Burial Services......$1,850 [Price subject to increase. However, Beth Jacob members can lock in current pricing with prepayment.] Includes all services at time of funeral in Israel receiving casket at airport, Israel customs clearance, official documentation and registration, casket transportation to Eretz HaChaim, Chevrah Kadisha services, use of chapel and family room, participation of minyan at graveside, opening and closing of grave Optional Services Live Funeral Broadcast.....$280 Eretz HaChaim Members.... $80 Copy of Funeral CD.....$25 Eretz HaChaim Members Included Monuments Prices from $1,250 Yahrzeit Minyan & Hazkarah..... $280 Eretz HaChaim Members....$200 In Memoriam Day of Learning...$380 Eretz HaChaim Members....$200 Please make all payments payable to Eretz HaChaim U.S. 3810 14th Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11218 Local Atlanta Representative: Yonasan Gavant 404-844-7324, bethjacobplots@gmail.com
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