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RABBI’S REFLECTIONS “A People’s Journey” We are at the beginning of a great journey. In both text and life, Jews are on the move. In the account of Abraham and Sarah’s move from their homeland to a destination chosen by God, the Torah has begun to describe their journey from stasis to mobility. In a time and place where doing what everyone has always done was the norm, Abraham and Sarah hear God’s call to go beyond their own expectations, to leave the certainties of their past for the risks of an open-ended and untried path. God doesn’t specify where they are going at first, yet the command to go is heard so clearly, felt so strongly, that they feel they have no other choice. Beginning with Lekh Lekha, and continuing with the several Torah portions that follow it, the Torah tells how our first ancestors respond to God’s call and walk toward their future knowing only that the promise is great. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Conservative Movement, our biennial convention, held this time in Baltimore, was an occasion for reassessing where we are as Conservative Jews. Faced with demographic challenges and a national shift away from religious affiliation among all faiths, our movement, at the center of American Judaism, is at the crossroads of a significant journey of its own. A recent Pew survey has confirmed the trend lines already visible for the last several years: Jews, like other Americans, are redefining themselves religiously, largely along less observant lines. For Jews, that means that we have to confront the reality of a stable number of Jews that increasingly intermarry and who identify as Jewish, though often not as religiously Jewish. The leaders of our movement are intensifying their efforts to broaden our approach in order to focus more on the kehillah, the Jewish community we are a part of, than on the institutions that serve them. Their message is to be members of synagogues, but to remember that the role of the synagogue is to be a vessel for creating meaning in Jewish lives, not merely to be selfsustaining associations. In other words, we may need to leave the comforts of the past behind and go toward an uncertain future, just as Abraham and Sarah did, in order to fulfill the destiny imagined for us by God. (continued on next page)
1 Rabbi’s Reflections …………………………………..…. Mitzvah Day .............................................................3 Notes from the Cantor .............................................4 Vice President’s Message .......................................5 Mission Statement .................................................. 5 HANUKKAH 5774 ...................................................6 Special Programs: Israel Trip 2014 Information Meeting ................. 8 Scholar in Residence ........................................ 8 Veterans Day Shabbat ...................................... 8 Divorce Support Group ...................................... 8 AIPAC Conference ............................................ 9 Saving the Lost Tribe ........................................ 9 Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration .................. 9 B’nai Mitzvah Bios .................................................. 10 12 Focus on Families ……………………………………… Bowling League .......................................................12 Jack Rizman Golf Outing ........................................ 12 13 Adult Education ………………………………………… 16 Religious School ...……………………………………... Community Jewish High School ...............................17 Youth …………………………………………………….18 The Goodman’s Blog ...............................................19 JCFS Special Event ................................................24 24 MT Nesters …………………………………………….. Social Action ……………………………………………25 25 SHALVA ………………………………………………… 26 Sisterhood……………………………………………….. 27 Men’s Club ……………………………………………… 27 Hesed Committee ……………………………………… 31 Birthdays and Anniversaries ………………………….. 33 Yahrzeits……………………………………………….… Tributes……………………………………………….….35 39 Calendar ………….…………………………..……..….. Index of Flyers and Advertisers……………….………
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers November 1, 2013 – 7:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of November will be recognized at our service on November 1st. Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm and will conclude by 8:15 pm. Children of every age are welcome!
UPSTAIRS THOUGHTS “A People’s Journey” (continued)
WITH GRATITUDE AND THANKS
In the Northwest suburbs, we are not immune from the larger trends affecting American Jewry. We must begin our own journey of discovery in which we reach out to potential partners and to individual Jewish families who are seeking a meaningful Jewish life. If we can offer a compelling vision for those partners and families, we will serve those who want a connection to Judaism and to other Jews, whether their Jewish identity derives from religious passion, a connection to learning, or any other path toward a shared communal experience. Succeeding in that larger communal endeavor will also, not coincidentally, help us to prosper as a shul.
With gratitude, we would like to thank the following sponsors and donors for their contribution to the special Oneg on October 4, 2013 held in honor of our New Member Families:
Such a journey can spark fears that we are losing our character as a distinctive movement or shul, that we are yielding to fads that have no staying power, that we have lost a sense of mission. But we must not allow such fears from preventing us from beginning that journey. There may be dead ends, less-than-successful attempts and even outright failures in the short run. But as long as we keep the well-being of the community and of Jewish tradition at the center of our efforts, we will succeed in the long term.
We have already begun to act on these ideas at Beth Judea. Partnering with our friends at Beth Am and Temple Chai, we inaugurated a new community high school program this year, as well as joint social programming like movie nights. We are working toward shared adult education programs and other chances to make connections to other Jews in our area regardless of synagogue affiliation. The Jewish value of klal Yisrael, the entire Jewish community, which has a stake in the success of all of its members, is one that we should take to heart. As we begin this journey together, I pledge to always protect the interests of our shul and movement, even as we seek new ways to cooperate with others and bring ever more Jews into the loving embrace of Jewish community.
Rabbi Jeff Pivo PLEASE JOIN US FOR MITZVAH DAY ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd. More details inside!!
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MITZVAH DAY 2013
MITZVAH DAY Tikkun Olam
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2013 10:30-NOON
BE A MENSCH ON MITZVAH DAY! Bring items needed to fill boxes and bags for U.S. Troops, Veteran’s Hospital Patients, JCFS Clients! DONATIONS ACCEPTED THRU NOVEMBER 3rd
*Small toiletries *Toothbrushes and Toothpaste *Shampoo and Conditioner *Floss, Hand Sanitizer, Band-Aides, Combs *New Nail Polish, Nail Polish Remover (small bottles or pads) *Make-Up Samples, Unused Make-Up bags *Magazines, Stationary, Pens, Stamps, and DVD’s (may be used) *New Warm Winter Items (Gloves, Hats, Mittens, Boots, Scarves) *Chanukah Candles *Kosher non-perishable food delivered to interfaith community Thanksgiving Day 7+1 HOLIDAY GIFT PURCHASE NEW TOYS FOR JCFS CLIENTS GIFT LIST WITH 60 CLIENTS WILL BE POSTED Sign up on Mitzvah Day to take a child’s wish list and Purchase $25-$50 Toy Or donate a toy, book, or game of your choice to the general collection. JOIN US AT THE SYNAGOGUE 10:30-11:30 Religious School Class Projects 11:30 –NOON GENERAL ASSEMBLY Parents & Family invited
THANK YOU Your kindness and generosity will make someone happy!
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TIKKUN OLAM - "HELP PEOPLE STAY WARM" VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO BUY COATS NOV 11TH 10-12AM NO EXPENSE JUST SHOPPING AND PERFORMING A MITZVAH! FAMILY PARTICIPATION ENCOURAGED
Can’t make it to Mitzvah Day? Looking for something to do on Nov.11 with your Children? Beth Judea and Jewish Child and Family Service is hosting a project at the Target on Townline Road in Vernon Hills on Monday, November 11 from 10 am to 12 noon (approximately). JCFS has a donated budget to buy warm winter clothing (hats, glove, boots and coats) for their clients. With so many clients, JCFS pairs with organizations willing to help them shop for their clients. You will receive a child’s wish list – size, gender, color preference, etc – and you will shop for these items. There will be a designated checkout line for this project. Shoppers will not need to pay for items – it is already covered by the donated budget for JCFS. This is a perfect project to do with school age children, teens or those who just love to shop! To register, please contact Ronna at bows23@gmail.com. This is also a great time to shop for your 7 + 1 gifts. Sign up to sponsor a child on Mitzvah Day and do your shopping at Target in the morning. We will take the gifts back to the synagogue!
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LOOKING TO HELP FOR THE HOLIDAYS? CBJ will be collecting non-perishable kosher foods for the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council's annual food drive. Please bring your donations to the synagogue office before November 21 or come to the service (on Sunday, November 24 at 7 pm at Temple Chai) with your donations. The Northwest Suburban Collaborative, which includes CBJ as a member, is hosting "Helping Hands at Hawthorn" on Sunday, December 15 from 10 am - 12 noon. This program is a free, drop in program at Westfield Hawthorn Mall (outside the Gap) and will offer projects for young children to make that will benefit others in the community: seniors, veterans, and disadvantaged children. For more information, contact RonnaLeibach@juf.org If you would be able to help assist the Beth Judea table, please contact RonnaLeibach@juf.org. We will be colecting warm winter hats, gloves and scarves for Jewish Child and Family Services. Please drop off your donations at the synagogue by Thursday, December 12.
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UPSTAIRS THOUGHTS NOTES FROM THE CANTOR Giving Thanks to God
Dear Members and Friends, Every year, Beth Judea takes part in a very beautiful and meaningful one-hour Interfaith Service/Celebration on the Sunday evening just prior to Thanksgiving. This year, the event will be held at Temple Chai on November 24, at 7PM. We join with local congregations of all faiths. It is truly a heartwarming experience, coming together to offer our collective prayers of thanksgiving, grateful for the freedom, equality and dignity which we are all afforded in this great country. It is also customary to bring non-perishable food items as one more way in which we can reach out to those less fortunate. The one-hour ceremony is followed by an informal social hour with light refreshments. Much of this festive event is expressed through music and singing. There are bell choirs, and always a cute, musical puppet presentation based on our shared religious values. What is particularly relevant from my perspective is that our own interested singers from Beth Judea, both adult and children, are able to participate in the community choirs, along with members from Temple Chai, Beth Am and the various other participating congregations. Our children, ages 8-14, have been invited to participate in a community choir. Reading music is helpful, since participants will receive the two musical selections, but if your child is musical and can carry a tune, that’s all that’s required – the music should not be difficult! This year’s theme is Psalm 133.1 “How good and pleasant when brothers and sisters dwell together.” More likely, you will recognize this verse better in Hebrew: “Hinei ma tov uma na’im, shevet achim gam yachad!” Along with attending the program that Sunday evening (participating children will need to be there at approximately 6:15PM), there will be two Monday evening rehearsals at Temple Chai – on November 4 and 18 – from 6 to 7 PM for the children’s choir. The kids will be treated to a pizza and lemonade snack during their "break" while they are there for rehearsal on those nights. For adults who would like to join the adult community choir that evening, there are two rehearsals scheduled in the week prior to the service, held at Temple Chai at 7 PM. The dates for the adults are Monday, November 18, and Wednesday, November 20. They will meet that Sunday evening at 6 PM for a final runthrough. I have the music in my office, so if you wish to take part, please let me know as soon as possible! I will need to let those running the event know how many participants we expect soon, so I hope you can let me know soon! I can be contacted at hazzanweisberg@bethjudea.org or (847) 634-0777. It is truly a wonderful and inspiring occasion, both for those participating and those attending. I hope you will join us. One final note: I am sure you are all aware by now that this year will be the only occasion during our lifetimes when Thanksgiving will coincide with Hanukkah. There is much to be said about this amazing occurrence, but let me end this month’s column by just suggesting that you take a moment to view the short video from a recent taping of The Colbert Report: http://www.colbertnation.com/the-colbert-report-videos/429620/october08-2013/thanksgiving-under-attack---hanukkah A very happy Hanukkah AND Thanksgiving to you and your families – indeed, there is much for which to be grateful - hoping to see all of you soon!
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VICE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Over the past two and a half years I have been an active participant of the Beth Judea membership committee. We have had many discussions regarding the materialistic value of a Beth Judea membership. In our everyday lives, economic pressures force us to place a materialistic value on everything we do. I recently had an epiphany that I would like to share. The value and benefits of membership at Beth Judea are intrinsic and it is difficult to put an absolute value on them. The first value is that of belonging to a group whose purpose is to conserve the laws, customs, and traditions that were passed to Moses as the Israelites wandered in the desert after being freed from bondage. Adonai presented the Ten Commandments to Moses and many passages in the Book of Deuteronomy clearly spell out the rules that Israelites were to follow as they crossed into the Promised Land. These rules, customs and traditions have sustained the Jewish people throughout the centuries and have helped them endure in difficult times.
Secondly, the intrinsic value of the relationships with your fellow congregants can be invaluable. When my family moved to Buffalo Grove in 1979, we knew no one as our family and friends all lived back East. Friendships with other members often started with a simple “Shabbat Shalom.” In our case many of these individuals have become our close friends with whom we have shared our simchas and tsuris. To those friends who have reached out (you know who you are), I cannot begin to tell you how important your friendship has been to our family. Thirdly, Beth Judea is about forming memories. I fondly remember my children attending Hebrew school at Beth Judea. They became b’nai mitzvah at CBJ, I have said Kaddish for both my parents and my inlaws. I have participated in the final goodbye to several close friends. Beth Judea and the professional staff have always been there for me.
There are many other intrinsic values: our congregation’s support of the State of Israel, our Jewish homeland, the ability to worship as a community in the beauty of our sanctuary, and the confidence that we are passing on to the next generation the values of Conservative Judaism. I look forward to seeing you become involved at CBJ. Attend services or a synagogue sponsored event, volunteer, join a committee or just help out. By doing so I hope you too will experience the true value of being a Beth Judea member. Arnie Goldberg Executive Vice President
MISSION STATEMENT Congregation Beth Judea is a welcoming, egalitarian synagogue whose mission is to create a warm and inviting home that serves the lifelong spiritual, educational and fellowship needs of our members. Consistent with the principles of the Conservative Movement, we embrace Torah and our responsibility to serve and support the greater Jewish community, the community at large, the United States of America and the State of Israel.
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HANUKKAH 5774 HANUKKAH 5774 CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES 1st Night
Nov. 27
After Sundown
2nd Night
Nov. 28
After Sundown
3rd Night
Nov. 29
Hannukah Candles are lit before Shabbat Candles, both before 4:02 pm
4th Night
Nov. 30
After Havdalah at 5:05 pm
5th Night
Dec. 1
After Sundown
6th Night
Dec. 2
After Sundown
7th Night
Dec. 3
After Sundown
8th Night
Dec. 4
After Sundown
Hanukkah 5774 Each winter we light the Hanukkiah for eight nights, remembering the miracle of the oil in the ancient Temple and the miracle of the Maccabees’ victories. Hanukkah begins on the 25th of Kislev (the night of Nov. 27 this year); we light the shamash first, recite the three blessings below, then use the shamash to light one candle on the far right of the Hanukkiah. Each night we add one additional candle, corresponding to the day of Hanukkah. While candles are placed on the right side, they are customarily lit left to right, giving that day’s candle the honor of being lit first. After the first night we recite only the first two blessings. Blessings:
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Blessed are You, Lord our God, Ruler of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commands and commanded us to kindle the Hanukkah light.
, . Blessed are You, Lord our God, Ruler of the universe, who performed miracles for our ancestors in those days at this time. First night only:
, . Blessed are You, Lord our God, Ruler of the universe, who has kept us alive, sustained us and allowed us to reach this time.
HAPPY HANUKKAH 5774
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
TRIP INFORMATION MEETING OCTOBER 18-26th 2014 CBJ ISRAEL TRIP With Rabbi Pivo Date: Tuesday, November 5th Time: 8PM Place: Congregation Beth Judea
November 6, 2013 at Congregation Beth Judea 7:30 pm - Minyan 8:15 pm Scholar-in-Residence Community Program Congregation Beth Judea is proud to welcome...
Agenda: a. Introduce Touring Israel – tour operator b. Itinerary – i. Dates ii. Day by day schedule iii. Extended trip option c. Costs d. Application process/deadline e. Q&A Please RSVP to CBJ office Download Flyer
Scholar-In-Residence – Rabbi Joel Levy
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Veterans Day Shabbat
RABBI JOEL LEVY United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism Scholar in Residence Wednesday, November 6, 2013 following Minyan at 7:30 pm Rabbi Levy’s topic will be: On the Impossibility of Jewish Marriage; Why almost no Jews are really married these days! There is no cost to attend this program and it is open to the community. Download Flyer
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Divorce Support Group
November 8, 2013 at Congregation Beth Judea
Experiencing a divorce can be one of the most difficult and stressful transitions in life, affecting adults, children, and extended family. We are reaching out as a synagogue community to those who are in the process of divorcing, or have recently gone through a divorce, to offer support at this extremely stressful time. This group, designed for both men and women, would meet weekly with our member Ellene Lammers, a trained therapist, and Rabbi Pivo. Please contact: Ellene at elammers@comcast.net or Rabbi Pivo at rabbipivo@bethjudea.org for further information.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS Special Event: SAVING THE LOST TRIBE The Dramatic First Hand Account of the Rescue of Ethiopian Jews Congregation Beth Judea & Temple Chai Israel Committees present Sunday, November 17, 2013 9:30 am at Temple Chai SAVING THE LOST TRIBE The dramatic first hand account of the rescue of the Ethiopian Jews
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Save the Date December 7 • Win BIG at CBJ Bingo, Black Jack, Mahjong, and Poker Tournaments Players and volunteers wanted; community invited! Thank you. Brian Gurin
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B’NAI MITZVAH BIO’S Molly Dena Appel will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, November 9, 2013. Molly is a 7th grader at Daniel Wright Junior High School. She plays the violin in the Daniel Wright orchestra and is a member of the girls’ basketball team. She is an avid reader and likes to draw. In addition to basketball, she played softball for several years with the Buffalo Grove Park District as a pitcher. Molly has been a member of Beth Judea’s Yad Squad for three years and enjoys reading Torah at adult and youth services. For the past 2 summers, Molly attended Camp Ramah and this year received the Derech Eretz Award for her kindness, respect, and mensch-like behavior. She has participated in various mitzvah activities, including packing boxes for Maot Chitim, collecting food and school supplies for the Ark, Toys for Tots, and volunteering as a buddy for special needs students at Daniel Wright. Molly is sharing her special day with her triplet brother Charlie and sister Lauren, her parents Larry and Jean Appel and grandparents Ann and Floyd Kaye. Although her grandparents Phyllis and Albert Appel are no longer with us, they will be remembered in our hearts always. Molly would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Rabbi Lifshitz, Cantor Weisberg, Anna Besser and all her Hebrew School teachers for many years of Jewish learning and helping to prepare her for this very special day. Lauren Melissa Appel will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, November 9, 2013. Lauren is a 7th grader at Daniel Wright Junior High School. She plays the violin in the Daniel Wright orchestra and is a member of the girls’ basketball team. She loves to read and spend time with her friends. In addition to basketball, she played softball for several years with the Buffalo Grove Park District.
Lauren attends Camp Ramah where her favorite activities are performing in the camp musical, softball, and dance. She has participated in various mitzvah activities, including packing boxes for Maot Chitim, collecting food and school supplies for the Ark, items for tornado relief in Oklahoma and Toys for Tots. Lauren has been a member of Beth Judea’s Yad Squad for three years and has read Torah at adult and youth services. Lauren is sharing her special day with her triplet brother Charlie and sister Molly, her proud parents Larry and Jean Appel, grandparents Ann and Floyd Kaye and many family and friends. Although her grandparents Phyllis and Albert Appel are no longer with us, they will be remembered in our hearts always. Lauren would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Rabbi Lifshitz, Cantor Weisberg, Anna Besser and all her Hebrew School teachers for many years of Jewish learning and helping to prepare her for this very special day. Charles Isaac Appel will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, November 9, 2013. Charlie is a 7th grader at Daniel Wright Junior High School, where he plays the tuba in the school band. He loves to play baseball and basketball. In his spare time he enjoys video games, origami, and going to Cubs games. Charlie spends his summers at Camp Ramah, where his favorite activities are softball, basketball, and woodshop. This past summer he appeared in the musical “Annie” in the role of Policeman #2. He has joined his family in various mitzvah activities, including packing boxes for Maot Chitim, collecting food and school supplies for the ARK, and volunteering at Daniel Wright as a buddy for special needs students. Charlie has been a member of Beth Judea’s Yad Squad for three years and has read Torah at adult and youth services. Charlie is sharing his special day with his triplet sisters Lauren and Molly, his proud parents Larry and Jean Appel, grandparents Ann and Floyd Kaye and many family and friends from around the country. Although his grandparents Phyllis and Albert Appel are no longer with us, they will be remembered in our hearts always. Charlie would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Rabbi Lifshitz, Cantor Weisberg, Anna Besser and all his Hebrew School teachers for many years of Jewish learning and helping to prepare him for this very special day.
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B’Nai MITZVAH BIO’S Samantha Brody will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday, November 16, 2013. Samantha is a 7th grader at Twin Groves Middle School. She participates in many forms of dance including: tap, ballet, Pointe, jazz, hip hop, and lyrical. Samantha spends her summers at Camp Ramah in Wisconsin, playing tennis, boating, performing in the Hebrew musical, and hanging out with her friends. For Samantha’s Mitzvah project, she participated in the Arthritis Walk of Lake County. In doing so, she helped to raise nearly $1000 for arthritis research. She enjoyed spending the day with friends and family that came out to support and walk with her. She also participated by donating to the Yud Gimmel Project at Ramah in Wisconsin, which helps to maintain and repair the camp’s Sifrei Torah. Samantha is looking forward to sharing this special day with her parents, David and Tammy Brody, as well as her siblings, Noah and Talia. Also sharing her special day with her, are her great-grandparents, Edward and Shirley Brody, grandparents Marvin and Bonnie Zeff and Jeff and Beryl Brody. Also joining the family are aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends from near and far. Samantha would like to thank Rabbi Pivo and Cantor Weisberg for helping her to prepare for this special day.
Noah Zachary Spiro will be call to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, November 23, 2013. Noah is a 7th grader at Twin Groves Middle School. While at school, Noah is a member of the wrestling team and qualified for the IESA state tournament last spring. Noah has also played BGRA baseball for many summers. In addition to being involved in sports, Noah enjoys snowboarding out west, hitting golf balls at the driving range, and working with technology. Noah has spent the last 3 summers at Camp Ramah in Wisconsin where he loves hanging out with friends and playing basketball. Joining Noah on this special day are his parents, Nori and Rob, and his older brother, Max. Noah’s great-grandmother, Sylvia, grandparents Arlene, Marianne and Stuart, and Aaron and Roberta are thrilled to share in this celebration. They are all so very proud of Noah’s dedication in preparing for his Bar Mitzvah. Noah is excited to be celebrating with family and friends from Alaska to New York. Noah would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Cantor Weisberg, and Shira Sender for their support and encouragement in preparing for this special day.
Madison (Maddie) Delaney Brim will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on Saturday November 30, 2013. Maddie is a 7th grader at Aptakisic Jr. High School and, outside of school, Maddie plays softball, basketball, enjoys participating in Advanced Theatre Company, and loves to ride horses. Maddie loves to go to Camp Lake of the Woods for part of her summer each year and overall just likes hanging out with her friends. Maddie will be joined by her parents Gayle and Jeff, her brother Logan and her sister Miranda. She will also be celebrating with her grandparents Rochelle & Jerrold Brim and Reva & Lionel Gomberg as well as her many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Maddie and her family would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Cantor Weisberg and tutor Shira Sender for their help in preparing her for her Bat Mitzvah. We also want to thank all of Maddie’s Hebrew school teachers that have shared their knowledge and love for Judaism with Maddie over the years.
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FOCUS ON FAMILIES Congregation Beth Judea
PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING
Family Events – November 2013
Hi Everyone, All events are open to the community and are free of charge (unless otherwise noted). For more details & to RSVP for all programs, contact the synagogue office at 847-634-0777 or visit www.bethjudea.org (click on “Register for an Event”) Nov. 3
10:30 am – Gan Shalom & Mitzvah Day Projects for small hands and big hearts! Bring your children or grandchildren to do a mitzvah or two and help others.
Nov. 17
9:30 am – Hanukkah Bazaar
Stop by the Annual Sisterhood Hanukkah Bazaar where you can find many gifts for family and friends at affordable prices. Large selection of toys, dreidels, menorot, and Judaica of all kinds.
Nov. 21
2:00 pm – Challah Chaverim Join us for challah making, story time with Rabbi Pivo and a Shabbat song session with Hazzan Weisberg. Registration is required by Oct. 7.
Every Shabbat Sat. Morning, 10:30 – 11:30 am, Gan Shabbat Gan Shabbat is a Shabbat service specially designed for children ages nine and under along with their families. After Gan Shabbat, participants are welcomed at the main service and the community Kiddush.
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My name is Fred Rabinowitz and I am excited to be the Vice-President of Programming.
It is my goal to make sure that we have programs that are of interest to all the different congregants of the synagogue and to get people to help plan and volunteer to help with those programs. I invite you to join the Programming Committee. If you can’t attend but would like to be involved call or email me. Any ideas for new programs are welcome!! Fred Rabinowitz Rabino49@aol.com
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SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Next Year’s Men’s Club Dr. Jack Rizman Memorial Golf Outing
BOWLING LEAGUE
We had fun, and we have for the past 18 years - plus you get your picture taken with our Rabbi - and next year’s outing will also be terrific.
Bowling League Contact Arnie Bender for more information
Do you like to bowl? Then join the synagogue bowling league on the 4th Saturday of each month. Cost: $20 per person per month – members $22 per person per month – non-members 4th Saturday of each month @ 8:00 pm Next Date: Nov. 23rd
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ADULT EDUCATION WEEKLY CLASSES These classes are ongoing. Please join at any time. Hebrew is not required for any of these classes, unless specifically noted.
ADULT EDUCATION AT CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA. Congregation Beth Judea offers a variety of meaningful Jewish learning opportunities through classes, lectures and informal sessions on Jewish Law, Torah, prayer, and other topics of interest that will intrigue and inspire you. All classes (unless otherwise noted) are held at Congregation Beth Judea. For a listing of adult education classes offered here at CBJ, you can download our Adult Ed brochure by clicking here.
“When I pray, I speak to God;
When I study, God speaks to me.� -quote by Rabbi Louis Finkelstein
Interpretive Minyan in the Library Service Leader: Norm Kurtz
Words of My Mouth: Talmud Study Sunday mornings at 8 am The Talmud is a profoundly rich compilation of wisdom that has continued relevance to our contemporary search for meaning. This weekly class provides an examination of current understanding of Jewish law, secular law, sociology, mythology, or agadah, and often dwells on questions incorporating current events. Orin Rotman will facilitate this weekly Talmud study session. (Artscroll Schottenstein edition is used for the class) Sweet Taste of Torah Wednesday evenings at 8 pm For thousands of years Judaism has been interpreting and applying the Torah to everyday life. This class follows the Tanach cycle. Each week we will read through several chapters a week of the Nevim (Prophets) texts, then on to Ketuvim (Writings), then back to Torah again. Shabbat Torah/Haftarah Study Shabbat morning at 9 am Weekly study to discuss the parsha of the week. We will discuss questions raised by the participants.
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You are invited to join the Interpretive Minyan in the Library the first and third Shabbat of every month. Our minyan is designed to build community by providing a passionate, meaningful and spiritual Shabbat morning experience.
This Shabbat morning service focuses on examining the structure of the prayer service, learning the major prayers, and becoming more comfortable with the choreography and customs of the Shabbat morning service. Our minyan is friendly and welcoming to all who choose to attend. We meet in the synagogue library on the second floor from 10:30 until 11:45.
Shabbat shalom, Norm Kurtz
EDUCATION SERIES To register for classes or to find out more information about the Adult Education programs, contact Anna Besser at (847) 634-0777 or at abesser@bethjudea.org
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ADULT EDUCATION Adult Education is back in swing. Below is a list of the classes for November 2013. To find out more information please see the section with the flyers. BRAND NEW THIS YEAR!!! Kab Shab – Alternative Kabbalat Shabbat Service Friday Evenings in the Beit Midrash November
NOVEMBER 2013 Hebrew Literacy I – Tuesday Evenings at 8:00 pm September 17 – December 10 Lunch & Learn (Mondays at Sunset Foods) Nov. 4, 11 & 18 from 12 pm – 1:15 pm Service Skills: Weekday Ma’ariv – Tuesday Eve. Nov. 5, 12 L’CHAIM: Life 101 – Once a Month on Thursdays THE HEALING POWERS OF CONNECTION Nov. 7 from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm
REGULAR ONGOING CLASSES: Talmud & Jewish Life – Sundays at 8:00 am Sweet Taste of Torah – Wednesdays at 8:00 pm Shabbat Torah/Haftarah Study – Shabbat at 9:00 am Parsha Perspectives – Thursday’s – 7:45 – 8:00 pm Begins October 10, 2013 (after Minyan) Interpretive Shabbat Service 1st & 3rd Shabbat of the month at 10:30 am
BLEND IT UP with RABBI PIVO “JUDAISM: A STARTER KIT” At Caribou Coffee – 2nd Thursday of the Month November 14 – 9:30 am Topic: Shabbat Unplugged Jewish Film Series (Part 2) – American Pop Jewish Immigration and the American Experience November 11, 2013 at the Continental Restaurant See Flyer Section for more information
EVENT
CONTACT PERSON
CONTACT INFO
Kab Shab (Alt. Kabbalat Svc)
Adam Bender
abender31@yahoo.com
Adult Education
Anna Besser
abesser@bethjudea.org
Hebrew School
Anna Besser
abesser@bethjudea.org
Anna Besser
abesser@bethjudea.org
Community Jewish High School
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ADULT EDUCATION Welcome to our Adult Education Series. To register for classes or to find out more information, please contact Anna Besser at abesser@bethjudea.org.
Adult Education Series November 2013 Lunch & Learn: Hot Topics for Adults
Taught by Rabbi Pivo Jewish law is constantly growing and evolving. How does a Jew know what to do? Since the time of the rabbinic sages, a Jew who had a serious ethical or legal problem would send a written question to a rabbi. In this class we will study a different rabbinic responsum (teshuvah) each week from the sages in our movement . Monday, 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm
LOCATION: Sunset Foods 2nd Floor Conference Room (corner of Rt. 83 & Aptakisic)
Dates: Nov. 4, 11 & 18 - Bring Your Own Lunch
L’CHAIM: Life 101
Nov. 7th: 8:00 – 9:00 pm
The Healing Powers of Connection The importance and ways to forge ties, bonds, affiliations, and be part of the community Facilitated by: Dr. Susan Weitzman Goldwasser and featuring Rabbi Pivo and Guest Speakers On life’s journey, each of us will have our share of missed connections, breakdowns and fears for the next stop. But we are not alone on that trip. In this series of discussions, we will address a number of life’s challenges from both a therapeutic and a Jewish point of view, gaining insight from the experts and from each other.
BLEND IT UP with RABBI PIVO “JUDAISM: A STARTER KIT”
2nd Thursday of the Month: 9:30 am LOCATION: Caribou Coffee at 4196 Rt. 83 (in the Sunset Foods Plaza at corner of Rt. 83 & Aptakisic) Whether you are new to Jewish living or never really got a good grounding in basic beliefs, this is your chance to catch up. One Thursday morning a month Rabbi Pivo will discuss an essential theme in Jewish identity from spiritual and practical points of view.
NOVEMBER 14th: SHABBAT UNPLUGGED The original weekend, the Sabbath, the day of rest – What it means to live a radically different live every seventh day.
JEWISH FILM SERIES (Part 2)
Join us for several evenings of thought-provoking, varied, entertaining films, including refreshments & optional discussion group.
Jewish Immigration and the American Experience Discussion Leader: Raymond Benson
Joint Program with Congregation Beth Am
AMERICAN POP November 11, 2013 “AMERICAN POP” is an animated musical drama that tells the story of four generations of a Russian Jewish immigrant family of musicians whose careers parallel the history of American popular music. LOCATION: The Continental Restaurant (788 S Buffalo Grove Rd BG) TIME: 6:30 pm Door Open (Al a carte cash menu & bar from Continental Menu) 7:15 pm Movie Starts followed by discussion COST: $5/member; $8/non-member
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EDUCATION I always look forward to celebrating Hanukkah with my family. I love lighting the candles, singing the songs, dining on latkes, and spending time with family and friends. This year is even more exciting because it’s falls on Thanksgiving…this won’t happen again for another 70,000 years! So celebrate to the max: Manischewitz-brined turkey, pecan pie rugelach, a cornucopia of gelt, and lots more. But I'm especially excited to introduce a new idea/tradition to add to your family Hanukkah celebration. There is a growing trend to dedicate at least one night of Hanukkah to giving, rather than receiving. As a family, visit www.wheredoyougive.org, an initiative sponsored by American Jewish World Service that engages the Jewish community in critical questions about where we give tzedakah, to whom, and why. I invite you to continue this conversation with your child by designating one night of Hanukkah as a night for giving tzedakah. On that night, when you gather around the Hanukkah candles, instead of giving gifts, give tzedakah. Talk about the “gifts” in your life that you are grateful for (family, shelter, food, education, entertainment, etc.) and what “gifts” you think that everyone should have in their lives. Giving tzedakah is a mitzvah and an important way to share our gifts with others so that all people can live healthy and fulfilling lives. As a family: Decide how much money to donate. Discuss where to donate the money. Use your earlier conversation about gifts as a springboard for thinking about an issue or a need you’d like to address through your tzedakah and then find an organization that works on that issue. Some questions to discuss as a family: Why do you want to give to that cause or organization? What are the benefits of giving there? Actually make the donation (or donations) that night, either online or by writing a check. You may choose to ritualize the act of giving by saying the following intentional statement: As we gather by the light of the Hanukkah candles, we are thankful for the many blessings and gifts in our lives. We give tzedakah tonight so that others may also enjoy these blessings and gifts. May we continue to have the courage to give generously and the wisdom and patience to give responsibly. On Hanukkah and afterward, you can add your family’s voice to a national conversation and hear from other families who participated in Got Gelt? by visiting www.wheredoyougive.org. Mitzvah Day Mitzvah Day is around the corner. On Sunday, Nov. 3 rd, all classes will participate in creating Mitzvah projects that that focus on this year’s theme, helping our soldiers and veterans. Please join us at 11:30 am for an assembly in which all grades will display what they have made and where it will be going. Dalet Family Program On Sunday, Nov. 10th Dalet families will participate in a program, “But Mom, Everyone’s Parents Are Letting Them…: Exploring the issues of middle school children” from 11 am – 12 pm. Shalva will be presenting a program that focuses on the issue of inclusion and exclusion for middle school children especially as it relates to Bar and Bat Mitzvah. Shalva will address how to maintain open lines of communication as children start to go through pre-adolescent and adolescent issues. Hanukkah Bazaar is coming up on Sunday, Nov. 17th from 9 am – 2:30 pm. ALL students can go to the Bazaar AFTER Religious School. No classes will be coming up during Religious School Time. Parents are invited to join their children for the Bazaar. Calendar Updates November: Friday 11/1 Bet Clergy Dinner – at Beth Judea Sunday 11/3 Mitzvah Day Sunday 11/10 Dalet Family Program Monday 11/11 No Beyachad classes Sunday 11/17 Sisterhood Hanukkah Bazaar (students will be able to attend AFTER classes) Friday 11/22 Aleph & Bet Family Shabbat Dinner Monday 11/25 – Sunday 12/1 NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL or Beyachad - Thanksgiving Break December: Sunday 12/1 NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Monday 12/2 Beyachad Classes resume Tuesday 12/3 Religious School Classes resume Saturday 12/14 Gimel Luncheon 12-1 pm Saturday 12/21 No Gimel Shabbat – Winter Break Sunday 12/22 – Sunday 1/5 NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL or Beyachad – Winter Break
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NEW: COMMUNITY JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL We have an exciting new High School program for all 8th-12th Graders next year – a community Jewish High School for all Beth Judea, Temple Chai and Beth Am families! Take a look at the brochure to see various course offerings! We are redefining what it means to be an 8th-12th grade student in the Northwest Suburbs! We are calling our school Beyachad, which means “together”. By combining our resources we are able to enhance our program and our students’ learning opportunities. We are able to offer more diverse classes, taught by 5 clergy of the 3 synagogues as well as other teachers. Beyachad will be taking the place of our current BJU (Beth Judea University) program. It will be meeting on Monday nights from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Our program grows from about 30 students to over 200, creating a larger cohort of students and engagement opportunities for each of them. Students will have more choices in the classes they take and more diversity in the kinds of learning experiences offered.
Our 8th graders, who will be part of Beyachad, will have a special 8th grade-only experience for the first 2 trimesters focusing on Israel (and getting our students ready for Ta’am Yisrael) and Middot (Jewish Values). They will join in with the 9th-12th grade electives in the third trimester. The 12th graders will have a special Senior Seminar that will take place at that same time, so 8th graders and 12th graders won’t be in class together. The Education Committee, Rabbi Pivo, and I are extremely excited about our Beyachad program for next year and hope you share our enthusiasm. Please feel free to be in touch with any questions you may have. Anna Besser, Education Director
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YOUTH A MESSAGE FROM: MARC SENDER, YOUTH DIRECTOR
ARTICLE FROM DANNY GREENBERG
Dear Beth Judea Family-
Hi, I’m Danny Greenberg BJUSY’s Communication Vice President. BJUSY is off to a great start this year. From MiniMe Mini Golf to a fun and exciting Maccabia Madness and recently an amazing Sukkah Hop, we are having a great start to our year. BJUSY would like to say a huge thank you to the Neiman, Magid, and Gurin families for hosting us in their sukkahs for a great progressive meal. This year also wouldn’t be as successful as it is without the help of our two new wonderful Youth Advisors, Abby Drazner and Scottie Friedland.
As the winter rolls in, the heat is being turned up high in the youth programs at Congregation Beth Judea. We recently came back from a elephantastic trip to the zoo with nearly 30 of our youngest members. We had a scavenger hunt around the zoo and I even posed for some very silly pictures. In the USY world, the new board has really settled into a great routine and the programs are becoming more engaging than ever. Many of you may have noticed that on Tuesday nights we have a very special minyan at Congregation Beth Judea. The minyan is not only led by one of our teens but also features 25-30 teens fully participating and davening. Additionally, we start the minyan with an update from Israel and now have even added a new element of learning one new Hebrew word each week. This special weekly event, that our USYers pause their program, is one of many things that make our group so special. I look forward to more and more of these innovative ideas from our board as we continue to grow our great purple elephants. Before I leave you with an article brought to you by Danny Greenberg (BJUSY Communications Vice-President), I would like to take a moment to strongly encourage anybody who has never attended a youth program to get involved (or get their kids involved). We have so much going on for all ages and it is really all made possible by your involvement. Whether it be coming to a weekly lounge night, going to a day off program, going to a Sunday program, or a regional program, or even just signing up for our basketball league, there is truly something for everybody. Remember you can always stay up to date with all things BJUSY throughout the entire year by visiting our new and improved website www.bethjudeausy.weebly.com and you can sign up for membership by going to http://tinyurl.com/bethjudeayouth. B’Shalom, Marc Sender - Youth Director Congregation Beth Judea - 5304 RFD Long Grove, IL 60047 Office: (847)-634-0777 ext. 114 Cell: (847)-334-8639 Email: YouthDirector@bethjudea.org www.bethjudeausy.weebly.com Sign up for membership at http://tinyurl.com/bethjudeayouth Check us out on Facebook and Twitter! Please consider making a donation to the Youth Fund or Rachel Hirshman Fund to help USYers go to regional programs and Israel
BJUSY Basketball is back for all Jewish 8th – 12th Graders Basketball Website Basketball Permission Forms
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I had the wonderful opportunity to co-chair our annual Sukkah Hop this year. We added the theme to it of “hopping through the decades.” We started at Beth Judea and did Kiddush and HaMotzi here in our own sukkah. We then bussed over to the Neiman’s where we had pizza bagels as an appetizer and then played a game of freeze tag to 70’s music. We then headed over to the Magid family’s sukkah where we had a great pasta dinner and then played name that tune to 80’s music. After the Magid’s everyone boarded the bus with near full stomachs and we rode on over to the Gurin’s sukkah to have dessert where there were many great options to choose from. I am so glad that I chose to run for executive board this year as it has been nothing but a great experience for me. I am so excited to bring BJUSY to new heights using all forms of communication. We have so much in store for everyone and I can’t wait to see everyone at our November 5th program where Marc, Scottie, and Abby will be judging our very own Hell’s Kosher Kitchen. Danny Greenberg 2013-2014 BJUSY Communications Vice-President
UPCOMING DATES FOR YOUTH GROUPS Kadinkers: 11/03 BJUSY Kadinkers Party Fantasy (12:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
RSVP
Kadima: 11/10 BJUSY Kadima Libertyville Sports Complex (12:00 pm – 3:00 pm) RSVP 11/16 BJUSY Teen Minyan - Dr. Seuss USY: 11/05 11/13 11/16 11/19 11/22 11/23 11/24 11/27
BJUSY Hell’s Kosher Kitchen (Tuesday) 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Regional Lounge Night – MCDUSY (Wednesday) 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm BJUSY Teen Minyan - Dr. Seuss BJUSY Ruach Battle (Tuesday) 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm BJUSY attends CHUSYfest (Friday) BJUSY attends CHUSYfest (Saturday) BJUSY attends CHUSYfest (Sunday) BJUSY attends CHUSY Turkey Dance (8:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
SAVE THE DATE CHUSYfest November 22-24th!!! CHUSYfest Online Registration CHUSYfest Subsidy Request
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ALIYAH IN OUR 60’s FROM ARLINGTON HTS, IL TO CAESEREA, ISRAEL (Part 19) L TO R: HOWIE GOODMAN, SUZANNE GOODMAN, AND BEVERLY GOODMAN TCHERNOV NEAR EILAT, ISRAEL Howie and Suzanne Goodman were valued members at Beth Judea until they decided to make aliyah in 2009. The Goodmans have agreed to provide us with a blog on their experiences as new olim in Israel. Though we continue to miss the Goodmans, we can all look forward to reading about their adventures in Israel through the blog.
Aliyah in Our 60’s – Part 19 It becomes difficult to decide on topics because of the time between writing, submitting, and publishing. Please understand if some of our subjects are dated as to the time of their occurrence. The beginning of this article will discuss our High Holiday Services at Bet Israel, Netanya. This Yom Kippur was the fortieth anniversary of the beginning of the Yom Kippur War. It happened in 1973 on Shabbat at 2:00 PM. The sirens went off as Israelis were in the synagogues observing Yom Yippur. Soldiers left their synagogues and reported to their units. Most had been fasting. One of the consequences of it being Yom Kippur was that there were no vehicles on the roads. Therefore, reservists and non-reservists quickly made it to their units. Over 2,500 Israelis lost their lives. Israel could have been defeated.
Actual Photos from the Yom Kippur War of 1973
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ALIYAH IN OUR 60’s (continued from previous page) At our synagogue our lay rabbi for the high holidays, Aiton Birnbaum, gave the following at 2:00 PM in remembrance:
A Yom Kippur Hagomel On Yom Kippur it befits us to recall our misdeeds, as well as all the close calls that our loved ones and we have had with illness or injury. We give thanks -- whatever we have lost or suffered in life -- that we have had, still have, and will strive to deserve to continue to have so much good, even as we remember others whose lives have been harder. In the Martyrology, in addition to the 10 Sages who gave their lives for their People's heritage, we remember others of our people who made similar sacrifices. Today is exactly 40 years since the outbreak of the Yom Kippur War, which fell on Shabbat then too. It was at about 1400 that the sirens rang out across Israel, and we realized that something was very wrong. We remember how we were surprised by the combined forces of Egypt and Syria, reinforced by Iraqi and Jordanian armored divisions. How our undermanned units had no way to stop the massive invasion. How our men were called from the synagogue on Yom Kippur afternoon. How still fasting they made their way as quickly as possible to their units to head for the fronts in the Sinai and the Golan. How most of us had no idea what was actually happening, and few realized the extent of our danger. How the few boys at the front fought valiantly, desperately, hopelessly. How they came under massive bombardment, and how they fell in pitched battles, outnumbered and overrun by huge numbers of enemy tanks and infantry. (continued next page)
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ALIYAH IN OUR 60’s (continued from previous page) A Yom Kippur Hagomel
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How our pilots tried desperately to stem the tide of the enemy onslaught and fell like flies to Soviet Sam missiles. How many of our tanks rushing into the fray were knocked out by enemy infantry carrying deadly anti-tank rockets. How hundreds of our boys were taken captive, humiliated and tortured. How our leaders initially thought we would easily overcome as in 1967, but soon began to worry that Armageddon had arrived. How the USA helped us enormously with large arms shipments during the war. How our boys fought on despite the heavy losses and managed to stop the Arab invaders, and slowly, amazingly, even push them back. How our commanders took creative and daring action to bring the fighting to the enemy, crossing the Suez Canal, and striking deep into Syria. How after weeks of bitter fighting our attackers turned to the UN to beg for cease fire, with major Egyptian armies surrounded, and our units closing to 70 km. from Cairo and 36 km. from Damascus.
We remember that we are not infallible and that our enemies are cunning and capable of mounting formidable military campaigns. That we are not supremely wise and made major errors in strategic planning and interpretation of intelligence prior to its outbreak.
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ALIYAH IN OUR 60’s (continued from previous page) A Yom Kippur Hagomel
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We remember over 2600 of our fallen soldiers, and many more who were wounded physically and emotionally, along with their families, many of whom still live with the effects of that war today, and we pray they find comfort and healing. We remember that our attackers, who surprised us on two fronts on our holiest day and outnumbered us 2:1, sustained losses seven times worse. We pray that we should know war no more and that our enemies should join us in a sincere search for true peace. But if war is forced upon us, that the unity and fighting spirit that allowed us to prevail in that fateful conflict will continue to sustain us through any future trials. Recalling all this on the anniversary of the war that threatened all our lives and the very existence of the State of Israel, please join me in reciting the Hagomel blessing, pronounced after being saved from life-threatening danger, in plural. And let us answer: Blessed are You, A-donai, our God, King of the Universe, Who bestows good on the unworthy, for bestowing upon us every goodness. Amen! May God Who has bestowed upon us every goodness, continue to bestow on us every goodness forever more!
Aiton Birnbaum
YOM KIPPUR COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL More can be viewed at: http://www.israelidecorations.net/Other/YomKippurWarCommemorativeMedals.htm
At almost 2:00 PM, we stopped our liturgy and commemorated the day with a moment of silence. After the above reading, one of our lay Haftorah readers, Batya Fonda, sung " Lu Yehi”, the Israeli equivalent of the Beatles’ song. I was on the bima and saw few dry eyes. I cannot explain how that war, in particular, affected Israelis. Their invincibility was dramatically tested. Over one hundred planes were shot down. Golda Meir resigned. Can you imagine a United States President resigning for a terrible mistake? We have given the "You Tube" links for the song. The first is in Hebrew and the second shows English translation. http://youtu.be/c6zN9U7mxrM
http://youtu.be/i3cNiGLM384 (continued on next page)
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ALIYAH IN OUR 60’s (continued from previous page) Now it is “non hag” or “not a holiday” which is a relief after a month of Jewish holidays in Israel. After being at all the services for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot and Simhat Torah it feels good to be back to normal weeks. Everyone is back to saying “Boker Tov” (good morning) or “Shalom” (hello) instead of wishing others “Shanah Tovah” or “Hag Sameah.” Since almost everyone is Jewish, one hears these greetings all the time for a month. It feels good to be done celebrating! However, when you read this we will be back to the next hag, Chanukah, which is early this year. Getting Hapalmach, or clean laundry, is different here. Washday methods differ because there is a huge concern with saving energy and water. Whether this is because of environmental concerns or saving money is a question. Electricity is expensive. Clothes dryers are costly not only because of the electricity for drying but also because of the energy increase required for cooling the house. So using a clothes dryer in the summer is a luxury. Water is a factor but it doesn’t matter if it is cold or hot. All houses in Israel have “dudes” or solar hot water heaters, which means it is free to heat water. One will see lots of clotheslines coming out of apartments with laundry drying. This is true all year round. We have a little deck on our second floor on which we have a folding clothes rack. Quite a bit of our laundry gets hung outside. The sun in the summer is both a blessing and a curse. While it dries laundry quickly and sundried fresh, it also zaps out the color and destroys elastic. I learned this the hard way by putting a new (purchased in the states) J.Jill dress out in the sun. Ruined it. I have partly solved this by washing darks in the evening and hanging them out over night. As far as towels, and we feel like an apology is needed, we do them in the dryer for softness. Clothes washers here are mostly the European style with the door in front. The clothes are stuffed tightly in them and it rotates in a vertical plane. The normal cycle takes two hours, which makes it easy to forget about the load. Fortunately, it also has a light thirty-minute cycle. A couple of our friends who only live here six months out of the year were very grateful when we showed them this feature on their washer. We have had our machine for three years and have had the repairman here at least four times. After the first couple times we purchased their service warranty. The water here is filled with minerals plus the humidity from the sea is very hard on appliances. American laundry detergents are available here and the prices seem reasonable. It is almost mandatory to use fabric softener because of the hard water. The dry cleaning establishments will do wash and one can pay by the kilo. We did this a few times when we were staying in Eilat. If you are here on vacation they pick up and deliver to hotels. The cost of dry cleaning is steep. It can cost approximately five dollars to get a shirt laundered and ten dollars for a dress. Because dress mode here is super casual, this isn’t a problem. Howie last wore a suit a year ago in the states! We think our Israeli son in-law who is a doctor of marine biology has a suit. However, he has been in our family for six years and we have never seen him in a suit! This could be the reason that dry cleaning is so expensive. Dry cleaners are struggling to survive.
To conclude on the light side, just as we increase our ability to speak and understand Ivrit, something happens to humble us. We were going to Ramat Ha’nadiv near Zichron Yaakov. It is a beautiful park created by the Rothschild Family. At the entrance, a security guard asked Howie a question in Ivrit. Howie thought he asked if we knew where we were going and replied, “Yes”. The guard asked again and Howie gave the same answer. The guard then asked another security person, who spoke English, to ask the same question. The man had asked if we had a gun! We all laughed and he let us into the park. Shalom!
Howie and Suzanne Goodman
We hope you enjoy the tenth installment from the Goodmans, who have graciously agreed to blog for our congregation their experiences as Olim in Israel. If you there are specific topics that you are interested in hearing about of if you just want to stay in touch with Howie and Suzanne, you can reach them at: HOWIEG@aol.com
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MT NESTERS
SPECIAL JCFS EVENT
THE MT NESTERS ARE BACK September 2013 was the start of our 19th year. While our membership has fluctuated over these years our monthly activities keep on … from entertainers to educational topics, to plays to nature subjects, to museums, to just social and schmooze. And our dues are still the same … $20 a year. However, if you are a member of Beth Judea, your first year membership dues in the MT Nesters is $0. Tell your friends about us. Membership is open to the community. For more information, contact Carol at (847) 537-3566 or Sam (847) 459-0316.
CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA MT NESTERS INVITES YOU TO “OPERA IN FOCUS”
Date: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2013 Time: 5:15 P.M. Location: Opera in Focus, 3000 Central, Rolling Meadows Program: Songs of Nelson Eddy and Jeanette McDonald Cost: $11.00 per person All monies due November 1, No exceptions Make checks payable to MT NESTERS and send to: Carol & Art Schechter 923 Hidden Lake Dr., Buffalo Grove, Il. 60089 (847) 537-5366 Dinner at 7:30 p.m. at Toscano Restaurant, 1859 Central, Arlington Hts (Central & Wilke Rd.) Separate checks will be given
Name:_______________________________________ Amt. paid_____________________ Will attend dinner ________
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MITZVAH MALL Sundays (when Religious School is in session) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm By using Gift Cards for all your everyday purchases and gift giving you help support Congregation Beth Judea
Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Center! For information please visit our website at www.bjeecc.org .
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SOCIAL ACTION October 6 – Bingo at Friend Center 3:30 pm Future Dates: Nov. 3, Dec. 1 We will meet the first Sunday of every month from 3:30 p.m. until
5:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help Friend Center at Gidwitz Place (1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield) residents play Bingo. The next dates are: November 3rd and December 1st. Assistance from all congregants is welcome.
November 3 – Tikkum Olam Mitzvah Day
Volunteers needed to pack food boxes for soldier’s families and more. Click Here For Flyer
November 8 – Veterans Day Shabbat
Be present at Friday evening services to hear the experiences and thank Beth Judea and area military veterans for their service and sacrifice. Great time for relatives (adults and children) and friends to show their gratitude to those who have kept our country free! Click Here for Flyer
November 11 – Tikkum Olam
If you missed Mitzvah Day on November 3rd, we still need your help. Click Here for Flyer
November 25 – Monday: 8:00 pm Social Action Committee Meeting Please attend Minyan and join us!
ARK FAMILY Once a month through volunteer efforts we provide groceries for a needy Jewish family. If you would like to help with a $25 donation, please contact: Bruce Arenson 313-383-4560
SHALVA The Face of Domestic Abuse is not always easy to recognize. It could be your daughter, your sister, your best friend.
Domestic abuse can happen to anyone at any time. One in four women will experience domestic abuse at some point in her lifetime. 90% of children are aware of the abuse directed at their mothers.
Abuse can take many forms: verbal, emotional, financial, sexual, physical and psychological.
SHALVA has helped over 4,000 Jewish women since 1986 and is specifically certified by the State of Illinois to provide domestic violence counseling. We are the oldest independent Jewish domestic violence agency in the United States.
SHALVA offers free confidential domestic abuse counseling services to the Chicago Jewish Community. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Dear Congregants, There are many programs that we are engaged in to help others; but without your help these programs cannot go forward. Whether we participate in these programs is determined by whether we have the support of congregants. We ask that you help volunteer so that these programs can go forward. Please sign up early -- this could make a difference whether the program gets canceled or not. ---------------------------------------------"If there is any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, and not deter or neglect it, as I shall not pass this way again.“
-- William Penn
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SISTERHOOD SOURCE On October 23rd, we were supposed to host Maggie Anton as our guest for the Central Great Lakes Region Torah Fund Event. Unfortunately, due to a medical emergency, the event was cancelled. If another CGLR Torah Fund Event is scheduled or if we are able to reschedule Maggie Anton, we will inform you. For more information about Torah Fund or Torah Fund Pins, please contact Pam Herstein at pammy327@aol.com. Thank you to Brenda Levin for all your efforts in arranging what would have been a delightful evening. On Sunday Oct 6th, we had fun shopping at Priceless – a trendy clothing and accessory store for women. The store is located at 1318 S. Milwaukee Ave (at Rt. 45) in Vernon Hills. Thank you to Ellen Antman for arranging this event. We are looking forward to seeing all those new outfits at the Annual Membership Dinner. Our Annual Membership Dinner will be held on Wednesday, Nov 20th at 6PM with “Happy Hour” from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Dinner will be at 7PM. The theme of the evening is “Laughter, Warmth for the Soul”. We hope you will join us for this special event and help us with our Sisterhood Tikkun Olam project by bringing in CHILDREN’S hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves on the night of the event. Our very own Rhonda Cohn will be the evening’s entertainment and she is sure to make us laugh. Beth Judea Sisterhood and the synagogue are proud to sponsor the Spertus Author Event. On Sunday, Nov 10th at 7pm we will host author Jami Attenberg as she discusses her book The Middlesteins. This event is free and open to everyone. Please register with Spertus at www.Spertus.edu. Click on Author Event to get registration page. We are Author Event #2. Sisterhood will be sending out College Care Gift Cards soon. Please send the addresses of your children in college to Lisa Neiman. Chanukah is literally right around the corner. Our Hanukkah Bazaar is scheduled for Sunday, November 17. We could really use your help on the day of the event and for set-up on Saturday night, November 16. Please contact Ann Lerman for scheduling at annlerman325@gmail.com.
Bobbi Goldenberg and Elizabeth Ladin-Gross Sisterhood Co-Presidents
SISTERHOOD UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday
November 10
Spertus Book Event with Jami Attenberg, author of The Middlesteins
Sunday
November 17
Hanukkah Bazaar
Wednesday
November 20
Membership Event
Wednesday
December 4
Hanukkah Social Event (watch your weekly email for information)
SISTERHOOD FUNDRAISERS:
Torah Pin Fund Entertainment Book All Occasion Cards L’Chaim Cookbook (get your free recipe by clicking here)
College Student Addresses Needed by November 1, 2013: It is time again to start collecting addresses of your college students. Addresses need to be submitted yearly so we can keep current information. Please email the address to Lisa Neiman by clicking on the link below. Thank you and we look forward to sending greetings and a gift to your college student(s). CBJ Sisterhood
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click here to email your children(s) addresses
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MEN’S CLUB
HESED COMMITTEE
Lieberman Volunteers – November 23 Men's Club Sponsored: Every fourth Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. volunteers are needed to help Lieberman Center (9700 Gross Pointe Road, Skokie) residents attend Shabbat services. Upcoming dates: Nov. 23, Dec. 21
An Important Announcement
Assistance from all congregants is welcome. CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA HESED (CARING) COMMITTEE
Jerry Sakol
The ARK is very pleased to announce the opening of The ARK Northwest: A Safe Harbor for the Jews of the Northwest Suburbs. The new office is located in the Dundee Place Corporate Center, 3100 Dundee Rd., Suite 204; Phone (773) 973-0011. This new satellite office, at the northeast corner of Dundee and Landwehr in Northbrook, will provide increased access to The ARK’s vital human services in the northwest suburbs-where the greatest growth in Chicagoland’s Jewish population has occurred in the past 10 years. Hours at the new location are: Monday, 9:00 am – 7:30 pm and Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.
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The Hesed committee would like to know if you have any difficulties/problems that you would like to discuss with a knowledgeable individual. We have a group of congregants who have been trained or are professionals who would be able to provide a brief consultation with you in order to refer you on for more in-depth assistance. We are also thinking about starting some support groups. We would like to know what you feel your needs are. Please email Ellene Lammers at elammers@comcast.net or call Rabbi Pivo. FOR A LIST OF EMERGENCY HOTLINE NUMBERS, AGENCIES AND RESOURCES click here
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WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW . . . . YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE If you are celebrating a life cycle event such as a birth, engagement, or wedding, we would like to know about it so that this milestone can be included in The Word. If you are ill or know someone who is sick, we would like to know about it so that a prayer for recovery can be said, so that the clergy can call or visit, and so that the Hesed (Caring) committee can be notified and be of assistance. If there is a death in your family, we would like to know about it so that we can offer our support, can share this information with our congregation, and so that we can add your loved one to our Yahrzeit records.
We firmly believe that reaching out to others benefits not only the recipient, but the person providing help as well. This is, without a doubt, a win-win situation for all involved. If you are interested in making a difference, please contact one of the Hesed (Caring) committee members below:
Rabbi Pivo Ellene Lammers Wendy Wunsch Evan Rumack
Please call the synagogue office with this information. Do not assume that someone else will have notified the synagogue staff.
Hesed (Caring) Committee Congregation Beth Judea Hesed (Caring) Committee Please complete the following form to notify the committee of a person who is ill, hospitalized or in a rehabilitation facility,
Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Location ______________________________________________________________________________
Contact person/phone number: ____________________________________________________________ Your name: ___________________________________________________________________________
â–Ą Please contact this person â–Ą Please ask the clergy to contact this person Please return this card to the office before or after Shabbat. You may also fax the information to (847) 634-8055, call the Rabbi or contact our committee chairs,
Wendy Wunsch
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Evan Rumack (847) 253-4130 evanbr1@comcast.net
Beth Judea Office (847) 634-0777 info@bethjudea.org
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BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family:
November 1
Jeffrey Brim
November 16
Susan Heald
November 2
Joan Smith David Spangler
November 17
Marc Gottfried Morrie Lieberman
November 3
Jill LeVine Albert Stark
November 18
Barbara Robbins Eric Roven
November 4
Steven Lammers Aileen Simons
November 20
Carol Schechter
November 21
November 5
Herman Hefler Gerald Sakol
Wendi Muise Laura Taxe
November 6
Jean Appel Sharon Hoy
November 22
Seth Eisner Michael Neimark Michael Schrimmer
November 7
Gordon Kasper Michael Klass Daniel Weinberger
November 23
Steven Frost David Granoff Suzanne Reingold
November 8
Audrey Friedland Michael Mangurten Richard Reingold
November 24
November 9
Anna Besser Rhonda Cohn Sidney Mathias Sylvia Polakow Gary Schachter Ellen Singer
Floyd Babbitt Marilyn Balan Steven Kolko Herman Salzberg David Stolman
November 25
Howard Tolsky
November 26
Helene Fox Thomas Lilien Morris Saunders Michelle Siegel
November 27
Carla Bankendorf Susan Stouber
November 28
Philip Nagel
November 29
Susan Liebovitz
November 30
Leslie Dahan Barbara Saunders Michael Weil
November 11
Deborah Cortes Helene Miller Susan Schuster
November 13
Rebecca Feldman David Heald James Tehrani
November 14
Marci Fooden Cheryl Levsky
November 15
Bonnie Neubauer
We encourage you to also contact one another to share in their celebration. NOTE: If your name is missing from the list please contact the synagogue so we can update your information in our files.
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ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy ANNIVERSARY to the following members of our Beth Judea Family:
November 19
Lawrence & Amy LeVine William & Sari London
November 20
Dean & Leslie Klassman Joel & Heidi Robbins
Gerald & Lynne Shkolnik
November 21
Michael & Rachael Gluck
November 7
Marvin & Susan Adleman Carey & Lori Bacalar
November 22
Howard & Diane Ganden Jeff & Kimberley Levy
November 8
David & Andrea Warren
November 23
Robert & Judy Fisher Lewis & Joan Smith
November 9
Michael & Robyn Gomberg
November 24
Ronald & Sandra Nisson
November 12
Gerald & Heidi Sakol
November 25
November 13
Andrew & Allyson Marcus
Howard & Suzanne Eisenberg Harold & Gloria Secler
November 14
Richard & Sheryl Sheiner Kenneth & Shelley Stolman
November 26
Bruce & Susan Darin Stacy & Marlene Sachs
November 16
Harold & Jill LeVine Michael & Renee Malter
November 27
Jeffrey & Michele Greenberg Fred & Charlet Hakimi
November 17
Rick & Melissa Drazner
November 28
Marc & Rebecca Zeidman
November 18
Craig & Carol Levin Philip & Paula Spitz
November 29
Fred & Susan Rabinowitz Steve & Aileen Simons Paul & Sherie Zucker
November 30
Harold & Judy Harris Ed & Ronne Kaufman Robert & Susanne Pinzur
November 2
Gary & Deborah Mills
November 3
Scott & Davida Finkle
November 4
Jim & Alyssa Duvel
November 5
We encourage you to also contact one another to share in their celebration. NOTE: If your name is missing from the list please contact the synagogue so we can update your information in our files.
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November Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS November 1
Shari Alarcon * Bernice Boten Maynard Duboe Toby Gottlieb Davida Mayeroff Walter Rice Samuel Sher
Dorothy Bakst * Marvin Bransky Alvin H. Friedman * Stella Hiller * Dorothy Moss * Edythe Rosen * George Uhler
Jerome Berenson Morris Chappe Temmie Goldstein * Sally Mangurten David Nechamkin * Hyman Schechter Jean Zoller *
Roberta Berks Ernest Cohen Morris Gordon Michael Marks * Jacob Neuman Helen Seff *
November 8
Norman Abrams * Melvin Dolgin H.R. Ford Doris Harris Joseph Kronowitz Larry Morgan Sol Rubin Harry Shkolnik Judy Walcer *
Philip Bordy Bernard Ellis * Mildred Freid William Hesser Lena Kronowitz Diane Nathan Ruth Sabol Sylvia Solomon * Larry Weinberger *
Benjamin Carpet * Morrie Finkle Danielle Goldberg * Ethel Kaplan Joel LeVine Murray Pollack * Sam Schneider Suzanne Stark Rebecca Weitzman
Fannie Cole * Fredrick Fleiss Robert Grossman Elka Kravtsova Samuel Jay Mandel * Sam Rizman * Sara Sherman * Shirley Stern
November 15
Sylvia Bordy Martin Dubin Anna Fuhrman * Jack Hoffman Muriel Landy Ellyn Lockwood Rivka Polakow Louis Schnabel Frieda Skerker *
Lionel Brazen Blanche Elvove * Rhonda Gerchikov Harry Isenberg Mildred Leonard Irwin Mandelblatt Enrique Ribot Harold Schwartz * Sydney Witlin*
Jean Brenghause * Sol Feinberg Sophie Harvis * Anita Kreisman Sherri Lynn Leonard * Pearl Palmer Herbert Rosenblatt Sidney Schwartz *
Seymour Chappe Janette Friedman Martin Heller * Jean Krulewich Walter Levi * Scot Patner * Anna Schechter Phyllis Shatz*
November 22
Nathan Ander Moshe Elbaum * Charlotte Guttenberg * Thomas Kessler Ida Levin Sylvia Rabin Marvin Rosenberg David Skerker * Gilbert Wernick
Florence Balfour * Bernard Epton Florence Kanter * Bertha Kravitz * Donald Maslov Pearl Rizman * Silvie Serbin * Sidney Stark H. Jack Zussman *
Esther Bergman * Nathan Finn Lee (Lena) Meyer Katz * Herman Leavitt * Gail Moffett Florence Robinson * Jack Singer * Louis Stein *
Hyman Drory Samuel Gold * Clara Kersky * Fern LeVine Esther Morgenstein * Marvin Rose * Sarah Singer * Sofia Sznaper *
November 29
Rochelle Adelman Pearl Brickman * Abraham Fuhrman * Bella Jacobs Harold Mayeroff Shirley Rovin Ben Shugan Robert Weiss
David Appel Celia Burg * Nathan Gladstein * Elynor Klein * Dorothy Patt Sam Rubenstein * Rose Steiner Charles Wolf *
Ann Bernstein * Ruth Fagan * Louis Goldberg Bernard Kramer Joseph Pressburger Frances Schwartz Rose Toch * Helene Yassinger
Frieda Borenstein Michael Feldman * Adorea Goodman Mae Mandel Sidney Prosansky * Lisa Shiffers Bessie Weiner * Max Zakaman *
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December Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS December 6
Mildred Berngard Asna Fagin * Max Halperin * Israel Levine * Sylvia Rubin * Toby Charlene Swichkow * Edward Warman Tillie Yublosky *
Carly Berns * Sandra Fox Arline Holman Helen Lindenbaum * Maurice Settler Janet Thomas Harry Weinstein * Samuel Zablen *
Lillian Elgenson Jack Frost Doris Kalina Hyman Loeb * Yisrael Shalem William Toch * Mildred Wittlin *
Louis Elisco Joseph Green Esther Karel Philip Rockwell Peter Stark Newton Truger * Abe Wolinsky *
December 13
Margaret Atlas Robert Allan Brown Abe Cohen Jeri Ann Goldman Irwin Lipka Sophie Moment Dr. Jack Rizman * Theodore Sakol * Esther Silverman Bernard Weisel *
Fannie Barasch Elizabeth Buff Sheri Cooper Samuel Kanter * Stephanie Lustig * Gertude Trudy Paley Sherwin Rosenfeld * Gertrude Salzenstein Faye Singer * Leona Wolf *
Violet Barrier * Samuel Chiet * Ruth Duboe Sol Kaufman * Barry Mark Lewis Pervosky Marian Rotberg Mabelle Schero Harriet Sumner *
Richard Brown Maxwell Clamage Martin Garson * Marilyn Levit Bruce Minnick Maury Platt * Ruth Rotman Rose Schwartz * Louis Vicker *
December 20
Irving Babbitt Sam Chibnick Jane Friedland * Joseph Kolner * Fannie Orloff Geraldine Shovers Sylvia Travis *
Erwin Berenson Samuel Cooper Ida Glickman Michael Linderman * Michael Schwartz Larry Silver * Rickey Turovitz
Daniel Brown Alfred Feiger * Lillian Goroff Dora Moss Bessie Shavitz * Samuel Silver Shirley Wolf *
Robert Buhai Carol Feldman * Lorin Greenberg Louis Newman * Harvey Shiffman * Celia Spivak *
December 27
Harriet Ament Irving Coady * Hannah Hockfield * Irving Levy * Fred Moskowitz Berel Sales * June Walcer *
Dorothy Aronoff Andrea Gordon Sol Kravitz * Ann Linderman* Seymour Nagel Irene Sandler * Morris Weiner *
Lauri Bauer Jerald Phillip Granoff Shirley Kriegler * Arlen Litwin Ida Polansky Morris Sherman * Peter Weisberg
Merle Bauer Bernice Gross * Ruth Kurtz* Herman Morgenstein * David Resnick * Tillie Shore Evelyn Weisel *
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TRIBUTES FOR AN EXPLANATION OF THESE FUNDS, PLEASE REFER TO PAGES 51, 52 & 53 OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Prayers have been said for the recovery of: Neil Dritz Ellen Finn Diane Ganden Joshua Goldwasser Susan Weitzman Goldwasser Dan Levin Jeremiah Levin Cheryl Levsky Larry Raffel Jane Reisberg Mitch Schwerdlin Jeff Wener
Condolences upon the death of: Esther Attenberg Mother of Steve Attenberg Marilyn Holman
Wife of Neil Holman Roland Medansky Father of Debbie Medansky Dubin David “Bear” Neubauer Husband of Bonnie Neubauer Philip Rich Husband of Sandra Rich Brother of Sylvia Polakow Uncle of Phyllis Udany Uncle of Joel Polakow
Herman Schwarz Father of Nathan Schwarz
Congratulations to: Charki Dunn on the birth of her granddaughter, Samantha Marian Chusid.
Geri & Robert Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman.
RABBI LIFSHITZ DISCRETIONARY FUND In Memory of: Upon the Yahrzeit of: Estelle Shelley, beloved sister. Sylvia Polakow
Hadrian & Randy Markowitz on the engagement of their daughter Melissa to Barry Glass. Leane Marcus on the engagement of her daughter Samantha to Adam Clark.
RABBI PIVO’S DISCRETIONARY FUND
Karen & Philip Nagel on the birth of their grandson Winston Nagel Mermel. Faye & Stephen Wasserman on the birth of their granddaughter Claudia Marie Offenbecker. Linda & Bruce Portnoy on the engagement of their daughter Erica Leigh Portnoy to David Bishaf. Susan & Fred Rabinowtiz on the engagement of their their daughter Amy to Benji Cooper. Carol & Shel Kaner on the birth of their granddaughter, Gabriella Rose Schlan. Great-grandmother, Eileen Peck and proud grandparents Howard & Deborah Tolsky on the birth of Richard Xumei Tolsky. Fred & Maureen Wolff on the birth of their grandson, Caleb Tyler Weisbaum.
In Appreciation of: In appreciation of Rabbi Pivo for his support during Shiva. Joan & Steve Attenberg In appreciation of Rabbi Pivo conducting the services for my husband, Phil Rich. Sandra Rich
In Memory of: Esther Attenberg, beloved mother of Steve Attenberg. Geri & Robert Friedman
Upon the Yahrzeit of: Lewis Heiber Dave & Susie Waitz Rivka Polakow, beloved mother and grandmother. Sylvia Polakow Phyllis Shatz, our beloved and terribly missed aunt. The Brandt Family
Robert Zakaman Brother of Hadrian Markowitz
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TRIBUTES CANTOR WEISBERG’S DISCRETIONARY FUND In Appreciation of: In appreciation of Cantor Weisberg for his assistance and support during this difficult time. The Holman Family In appreciation of Cantor Weisberg and Orin Rotman for leading a beautiful service at the Shiva for Sarah Lorber. David & Tammy Lorber
In Honor of: Jean Friedman’s birthday. Martin & Sandra Rockwell Cantor Weisberg’s Hazzanot over the High Holidays. Dan Weisberg & David Klingenburger Hadrian & Randy Markowitz on the engagement of their daughter Melissa to Barry Glass. Andy & Sandy Levitt
The birth of my grandson, Miles Shiloh Newman. Janice Weiner
Upon the Yahrzeit of: Stella Hiller Ellene & Steve Lammers Jane Markowitz Randy & Hadrian Markowitz George Uhler
Roberta & Bill Uhler
GENERAL FUND
In Appreciation of: Bruce Darin for his help and friendship. The Rabens Family
Honor of: Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman. Glenn & Dyane Weiner & Family Rona Wolf
In Memory of: Muriel Epstein Eugenia Splinter
Upon the Yahrzeit of: Betty T. Glassman, beloved mother. Rachel & Bob Ragland
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In Honor of: Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman. Joan & Steve Attenberg
In Memory of: Larry Krulewich Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel
The engagement of Erica Leigh Portnoy to David Bishaf. Morrie & Doris Bishaf Rhonda & Jeff Wener on Scott passing the Bar Exam. The Kovich Family
EDUCATION FUND
In Memory of: Arnold Block, father of Gloria Secler. Gary Arakelian
In Honor of: Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman. David & Maureen Stolman
Muriel Epstein Eugenia Splinter
Sally Mangurten, beloved mother and grandmother. Lori & Gary Thalheimer Danny, Cari, Jason and Hannah
Upon the Yahrzeit of: Bobbie Berks and Sylvia Solomon Elliott & Carla Bankendorf Berton Perlman, with loving memory. Susan & Mark Zolno Stuart Wolf
PRAYER BOOK FUND SHABBAT/DAILY
SOCIAL ACTION FUND
Rona Wolf Amy, Ryan & Avery Sulkin Suzanne, Adam & Sophia Citron
Joseph & Lena Kronowitz Norman & Susan Kronowitz
Upon the Yahrzeit of: Jerome Horwitz Rita Gardberg & Family
FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN FUND In Honor of: Rhonda Cohn’s special birthday. Sherry & Marty Krawitz
Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman. Nancy & Lenny Manewith Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman, son of Missy & Keith Friedman. Debora & Michael Pinzur
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TRIBUTES KIDDUSH FUND
USY/KADIMA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In Honor of: Marilyn & Sandy Victor on the marriage of their son David to Taylor Nix. Bonnie & Ira Sender
In Appreciation of: The Ganden Family for the use of your van. Aaron Polonsky
Lou & Marlene Grossman on the marriage of their daughter Leah. Bonnie & Ira Sender
Speedy Recovery Wishes to: Diane Ganden Robert & Trudy Balogh and Family
Our Birthdays. Harold & Jill LeVine SISTERHOOD FUND In Honor of: The Zoller Family. Maxine Karns
MEN’S CLUB FUND In Honor of: Marilyn & Sandy Victor on the marriage of your son, David. Marcie, Alan & Ross Marcus
LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND
In Memory of: Philip Rich, with our deepest sympathy to Rich, Polakow and Udany Families on your loss. Linda & Albert Stark Carolyn Wolff, beloved mother of Audrey Taxer. Linda & Albert Stark Upon the Yahrzeit of: Suzanne Stark, beloved niece and cousin. Albert & Linda Stark and Family
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TRIBUTES JERRY BERENSON MEMORIAL FUND Speedy Recovery Wishes to: Diane Ganden Stacy & Marlene Sachs In Honor of: Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman. Stacy & Marlene Sachs Alina & Neil Greenhill on the birth of their grandson, Everett Reese Greenhill. Stacy & Marlene Sachs Upon the Yahrzeit of: Brenda Chait, beloved sister and aunt. Jeff & Melinda, Jonathan and Elizabeth Fine
JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL FUND In Honor of: Geri & Rob Friedman on the birth of their grandson, Samuel Logan Friedman. Marilyn & Sandy Victor
JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND In Memory of: Judy Walcer Jean Davis Esther Attenberg Chuck Walcer
In Memory of: Jack Rizman Beth Judea Men’s Club Upon the Yahrzeit of: In memory of my loving sister, Reva White. Perez Katz
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STEVE GOLD MEMORIAL FUND In Memory of: Esther Attenberg, our condolences to the family. Leah & Sam Chiprin
ETHAN LEVITAN MEMORIAL FUND
In Memory of: Jacob Levin Sharon & Philip Wein
MICHAEL PEARL MEMORIAL FUND In Memory of: Arnold Block, father of Gloria Secler. Hesh & Marcia Lyons
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NOVEMBER 2013 Sunday SCHOOL INFORMATION THANKSGIVING BREAK Monday, Nov. 25 – Sunday, Dec. 1 No Religious School or Beyachad
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Tuesday
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8:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 am 7:00 pm
Minyan 4:15 pm Tikkun Olam 6:15 pm Lunch & Learn 6:30 pm (Sunset Foods) 6:30 pm Movie Nite 7:00 pm w/CBA 7:30 pm Minyan 8:00 pm Membershp Mtg 8:00 pm Ritual Mtg.
9:00 am 9:30 am
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Minyan Lunch & Learn (Sunset Foods) Beyahad (CBJ) Minyan .
Talmud Study Chanukah Bazaar Minyan Saving the Lost Tribe (at Temple Chai)
Saturday
6:20 pm Bet 1 & 2 9:00 am Torah Study Clergy Dinner 9:00 am Gimel Shabbat 7:30 pm Shabbat Svc 9:30 am Shabbat Svcs. 9:30 pm Bar Mitzvah 10:30 am Gan Shabbat 10:30 am Interpret Svc
Talmud Study 6:00 am Minyan 12:00 pm Religious School Purim Masq. Mtg 6:30 pm Men’s Club 7:30 pm Pack Candles 10:00 am MITZVAH DAY 10:30 am Gan Salom 12:00 pm Kadinker Prog. 3:30 pm Bingo @ Friends 10 11 Talmud Study 6:15 am Religious School 10:00 am Minyan 12:00 pm Dalet Fam Prog Kadima Prog. 6:30 pm Sisterhood Event - Middlesteins 7:30 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 pm
Friday 01
Please bring your donations to the synagogue office before Nov. 21 or bring them with to the Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration at Temple Chai on Nov. 24th
8:00 am 8:45 am 9:00 am 9:45 am 10:00 am
8:00 am 9:00 am
Thursday
NON-PERISHABLE KOSHER FOOD DRIVE:
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4:15 pm 6:15 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 pm 8:00 pm
06 Religious Sch Heh Service Skills USY Prog. Minyan Hebrew Lit I IsraelTrip Mtg Sisterhood Board Mtg.
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Melton Classes 7:30 pm Minyan 7:45 pm Torah Study USCJ – Scholar 8:00 pm in Residence 8:00 pm
Minyan 7:30 pm Parsha Perspectives L’Chaim 7:30 pm Israel Comm Mtg. 8:00 pm Youth Mtg.
Shabbat Svc 9:00 am Torah Study Honoring Our 9:00 am Gimel Shabbat Veterans 9:30 am Shabbat Svcs Kab- Shab 9:30 am B’Nai Mitzvah 10:30 am Gan Shabbat Candle Ltg. 4:20 pm
13 Religious Sch 7:00 pm Heh 7:00 pm Service Skills 7:30 pm Education Mtg 8:00 pm USY 8:00 pm Minyan Hebrew Lit I Ways&Means
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Melton Classes 9:30 am Blend It Up 7:30 pm USY Program w/Rabbi at 7:30 pm Minyan Caribou Coff Torah Study 7:30 pm Minyan Facilities Mtg. 7:45 pm Parsha Perspectives 8:00 pm Exec. Mtg.
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6:15 am Minyan 12:00 pm Lunch & Learn (Sunset Foods) 6:30 pm Beyahad (CBJ) 7:30 pm Minyan 8:00 pm Planned Giving Mtg. 8:00 pm Program Mtg.
4:15 pm Religious Sch 6:15 pm Heh 7:00 pm USY Prog. 7:30 pm Minyan 8:00 pm Hebrew Lit I 8:00 pm Communicat Mtg.
7:00 pm Melton Classes 2:00 pm 7:00 pm Sisterhood Membership Event 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Minyan 8:00 pm 8:00 pm Torah Study 7:00 pm Finance Mtg. .
Shabbat Svc 9:00 am Torah Study Kab-Shab 9:00 am Gimel Shabbat 9:30 am Shabbat Svcs. 9:30 am Bat Mitzvah 10:30 am Teen Minyan Candle Ltg. 10:30 am Interpret Svc. 4:13 pm 5:15 pm MT Nesters 7:00 pm Chanukah Bazaar Setup
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Challah 4:00 pm USYChusy 9:00 am Torah Study Chaverim Fest 9:00 am Gimel Minyan 6:15 pm Alpha-Bet 9:00 am MC-Lieberman Board Mtg. Fam. Shabbat 9:30 am Shabbat Svcs. Dinner 9:30 am Bat Mitzvah 10:30 am Gan Shabbat 7:30 pm Shabbat Svc 8:00 pm Bowling 7:30 pm Kab-Shab League Candle Ltg. 4:08 pm
24 8:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 7:00 pm
25 Talmud Study 6:15 am 7:30 pm Minyan Religious School 8:00 pm – Chanukah Prog Interfaith Comm. Celebration at Temple Chai
26 Minyan Minyan Social Action Mtg.
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6:30 pm USY. 7:00 pm Minyan 8:00 pm Hebrew Lit I
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CHANUKAH & 29 THANKSGIVING
9:00 am Minyan 7:00 pm Melton Class 7:30 pm Minyan 8:00 pm Torah Study CHUSY Turkey Dance Light 1st Candle After Sundown
CHANUKAH DAY 3
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7:30 pm Shabbat Svc 9:00 am Torah Study 9:30 am Shabbat Svcs Light Chanukah 9:30 am Bat Mitzvah Candles before10:30 am Gan Shabbat Shabbat- both before 4:02 pm Light Candles . After Havdalah at Light 2nd Candle After 5:05 pm Sundown
CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA 5304 RFD Long Grove, IL 60047 (847) 634-0777 E-Mail: info@bethjudea.org Website: http://www.BethJudea.org Rabbi Jeff Pivo Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz Cantor Roger J. Weisberg President Debbie Kreisman Dubin Executive Director Lisa Neiman Educational Director Anna Besser Youth Director Marc Sender
From The Editors In order for your article to be published in the next issue, we must have it at the synagogue by the 10th of the month! There will be no exceptions. This includes information on disk as well. We need your article as it is important to let the congregation know what your group is doing. Announcements should take the form of articles in The Word rather than separate flyers. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the Rabbi, Board of Directors or the editors.
Worship Schedule Conducted by Rabbi Jeff Pivo and Cantor Roger J. Weisberg Monday Minyan……………....... 6:15 a.m. Daily Minyan…………………....7:30 p.m. Friday Night Services…………...7:30 p.m. Saturday Services………………. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services…………………9:00 a.m.
Candle Lighting Times
Candle Lighting time is calculated for 18 minutes before sunset and is adjusted for Daylight Savings Time. November 1 .…...................................…… 5:28 p.m. November 8 ................................................ 4:20 p.m.
November 15 .............................................. 4:13 p.m. November 22 ............................................. 4:08 p.m. November 29 ............................................. 4:05 p.m.
The Blessing For Lighting The Candles On Shabbat is Bo-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-hei-nu Melech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-de-sha-nu Be-mitz-vo-tav Vi-tzi-va-nu Le-had-lik Ner Shel Shabbat.
Blessed are You, Lord our God, King of the universe, who has hallowed us through His Commandments, and has commanded us to kindle the lights of the holy Sabbath.