The Word - December 2017 by Lisa Neiman

“A Morning to Remember” Come share your memories As we start our Golden Anniversary Year December 3, 2017 9:00 AM Our original building

‫על הנסים‬ ‫ועל הפּרקן‬

Happy Hanukkah 5304 RFD, Hilltop Rd. & Route 83, Long Grove, IL 60047 Phone: 847-634-0777 www.bethjudea.org

FROM THE RABBI OPTIMISM A congregant said to me: "Rabbi, you sure sound like an optimist. You seem to think that this congregation can overcome its challenges. I only wish I could believe you."

In our religious school, children receive individual attention. We provide a wide variety of adult educational opportunities. We have a talented staff.

In short, we have a lot to be proud of I responded with a classic Jewish as we enter our fiftieth year. joke. A Jewish optimist and a Jewish pessimist were sitting around talking. RABBI DAVID KLATZKER Of course, there is much work to be The Jewish pessimist turns to the done. Not everyone feels connected to the Jewish optimist and says: "Oy, it can't get any congregation; we need to make more of an worse for our people." The Jewish optimist effort to bring people together so they can turns to the Jewish pessimist, smiles, and get to know each other and draw strength says: "Sure it can!“ from one another. My hope is that CBJ will be known as a place where people really That's Jewish optimism. I know some connect with one another. Jewish "optimists" like that. But then I said to the congregant: Am I an optimist? I plead guilty as charged. In my experience it is optimism that gets things done. Optimism energizes people. But optimism is not the same thing as wishful thinking. When an optimist looks at a half-full glass, she knows that it is also half-empty. The difference is that she sees it as an opportunity for using available resources for introducing a preferred future. She thinks she can make a difference. We have many assets. Let’s hear it for our Youth program — USY International Chapter of the Year! We have an outstanding Men’s Club and Sisterhood. CBJ offers a warm And welcoming environment for prayer and life-cycle events.

This requires a different way of running the congregation. It is less about bringing energy to finding new ways to bring people to shul and more about refocusing the congregation’s life on listening, discerning, experimenting, and reflecting at the grassroots. I think a listening campaign is a more significant goal than aiming to "grow" the synagogue numerically. A larger synagogue will be of little value if its members do not find a sense of belonging. In other words, our glass is half-full of resources and half-full of space to fill. I look forward to starting to fill it with you. Best of Life, Rabbi David Klatzker

Congregation Beth Judea 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 principals 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 American and the State of Israel. The Word – December 2017

To Our Congregants, We extend to you our deepest gratitude For being part of the Beth Judea Family. As we celebrate this season of miracles We wish you joy, blessings and peace during Hanukkah and throughout the year. May you always be blessed with the rich and Bountiful gifts of life!

Happy Hanukkah, From the entire staff and leadership of Congregation Beth Judea:

In This Issue Rabbi’s Reflections CBJ Mission Statement Calendar President’s Message Reminders CBJ 50th Anniversary Special Upcoming Events Hanukkah Guide Hanukkah Upcoming Events Dinner & Conversation w/Rabbi Ways & Means Support Beth Judea Israel Committee Special Events Religious Education Youth Adult Education

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Men’s Club Scholarship Information Sisterhood Sisterhood Gift Shop Interfaith Council CBJ Community News BJE Early Childhood SHALVA Membership Alternative Minyan The Goodman’s Blog The Helping Hand Plan Hesed Birthdays & Anniversaries Yahrzeits Tributes

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CALENDAR Sisterhood

Hanukkah HANUKKAH GUIDE – CLICK HERE 1st Night of Hanukkah is December 12th CBJ Sisterhood Hanukkah Party Hanukkah Happenings at Hawthorn Mall Vodka & Latkes and Murder Mystery HUGS Hanukkah Party (at Beth El) Beth Judea Hanukkah Shabbat Dinner

Dec. 6 Dec. 9 Dec. 10 Dec. 13 Dec. 15

Dec. 5 Dec. 6 Jan. 25

Sisterhood Sunset Fundraiser Sisterhood Sunset Fundraiser Sisterhood Book Club

Men’s Club Dec. 15 Dec. 16

Programming Dec. 1 Dec. 3 Dec. 23 Jan. 11

Shirat Shabbat 50th Anniversary, “Morning to Remember” Bowling League Dinner & Conversation with Rabbi Klatzker

Israel Committee Jan. 14

AIPAC Speaker AIPAC Convention

Adult Ed December December December December December Jan. 19

Hebrew: Ulpan 2 Melton Hebrew: Ulpan 1 Hebrew Literacy 1 Mussar: How to Live a Balanced & Responsible Life Hebrew Literacy Graduation

IMPORTANT JEWISH FEDERATION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION ON PAGE 23

Volunteer for Health Fair Men’s Club at Lieberman

Religious School Dec. 17 Dec. 19

Religious School Hanukkah Prog. Religious School Hanukkah Prog.

Youth IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES FOR YOUTH View our calendar online at http://tinyurl.com/BJUSYCalendar

Meetings Please check website See Our Photos on Page 27

Be Sure To Check Out Our New Section “Beth Judea Community News Page 27

ATTN: PARENTS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS Please send us your college students addresses. You can email them to lneiman@bethjudea.org

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers December 1, 2017 – 7:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of December will be recognized at our service on December 1st.. Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm. Children of every age are welcome!

Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Message The USY International Convention The next event scheduled by our 50th will be held at the Sheraton in Anniversary committee will be held on th Chicago from Dec. 24 through Saturday, January 13th with a special th Dec. 28 . Congregation Beth Judea Shabbat service. On Sunday, February will be hosting a pre-convention of 11th, the Israel committee will lead a approximately 100 teens from program with a movie that has a connection Thursday, December 21st through SIDNEY MATHIAS with our founding year, 1968. On Friday, CBJ PRESIDENT Sunday, December 24th. We are March 2nd we will have a Shabbat dinner responsible for housing these USY and services. We will conclude our 50th teens and staff from Pennsylvania and New anniversary events on Sunday, April 29th with our Jersey, and we need your help. I am asking very special 50th Anniversary Dinner celebration. you to open your home and take in at least We still need your help to serve on the planning two USYers. You should have received an committee or to volunteer for any of these events. email setting out the responsibilities of host Please contact me or the CBJ office. families and a tentative schedule of events. We also need chaperones during the There are a couple of other upcoming events International Convention. You can contact during December that you will enjoy attending. me or Marc Sender at Our Sisterhood and Men's Club are jointly youthdirector@bethjudea.org for further sponsoring the 1st Annual Vodka & Latkes and information on being a host family or Murder Mystery on Saturday, December 9th at chaperone. 7:30pm at CBJ. You are invited to sample high end vodkas and nosh on a variety of latkes. In Our first 50th Anniversary event will be held addition, wine, beer, and other snacks will be this Sunday, December 3rd from 9am until served. During the event you are invited to help noon at the synagogue in the Lieberman find the clues to finding the murderer. You will Social Hall with an event, "Morning to work with your fellow investigators to find the Remember" led by Rabbi Klatzker. We will weapon, location, and criminal. Your hosts will learn the history of Beth Judea from our help you stay safe and find the murderer before beginnings and share our personal stories the end of the night! RSVP to Sarah Goldenberg regardless of how long you have been a at sarahbgoldenberg@gmail.com. Checks can be member. We will ask, "What are your wishes made payable to Congregation Beth Judea and hopes for our future as a congregation." Sisterhood. Breakfast will be served at 9am and the program will begin at 10am. Information Then on Friday, December 15th at 6pm, I invite gathered at this event will help us tell CBJ's you to come and celebrate Hanukkah with your story on our 50th anniversary. Please RSVP family at CBJ at our Hanukkah Dinner and Singby contacting the office at a-Long. Please RSVP to Lisa Neiman at cbjoffice@bethjudea.org. If you have any lneiman@bethjudea.org or call the CBJ office at memorabilia, such as photos or documents, 847-634-0777. from our past, please bring them to the office so we can display them during our events. (continued on next page)

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President’s Message

Reminders

Two years ago, Congregation Beth Judea had one of the area's largest synagogue delegations to the AIPAC Policy Convention. It would be great if we could repeat this next year. The Conference will be held March 4-6 in Washington D.C. Please join our CBJ delegation and more than 18,000 other proIsrael activists, members of Congress, and countless Israeli and American policymakers and thought leaders for three of the most important jam-packed days impacting Israel’s future! You can choose from hundreds of informative sessions, and we will participate in the pro-Israel community's largest and most important advocacy day by meeting and discussing important U.S.-Israel issues with our Congressman and U.S. Senators. I hope that you will join Rita and me for this most important conference.

IMPORTANT DATES IN JEWISH HISTORY

Please go to policy conference.org to register or contact Cathy Feiger, our Israel committee chairperson or me for further information. I would like to congratulate our Beth Judea USY group chapter and our Youth Director, Marc Sender, for being recently named as the "USY International 2016-2017 Chapter of the Year. What a wonderful and fantastic honor for them and for Congregation Beth Judea. Go to bethjudeausy.weebly.com to see some of their winning photos and to follow them. Hag Hanukkah Sameach, Sidney Mathias CBJ President

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HANUKKAH BEGINS THE EVENING OF DEC. 12 DEC. 18 ROSH HODESH 1 DEC. 19 ROSH HODESH 2 DEC. 28 FAST OF 10th OF TEVET JAN. 31 TU B’SHEVAT IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES AT BETH JUDEA

DECEMBER 2017 December 1 Shirat Shabbat December 3 “Morning to Remember” December 5 Sisterhood Sunset Fundraiser December 6 Sisterhood Sunset Fundraiser December 6 Sisterhood Hanukkah Program December 9 Vodka & Latkes /Murder Mystery December 10 Hanukkah Happenings at the Mall December 13 HUGS Hanukkah Party December 15 Hanukkah Shabbat Dinner December 15 Volunteer For Health Fair December 16 Men’s Club at Lieberman December 17 Religious School Hanukkah Prog. December 19 Religious School Hanukkah Prog. December 21 USY Convention December 24 USY IC December 28 Fast of 10th of Tevet JANUARY 2018 January 11 January 12 January 17 January 19 January 14 January 25 January 26 January 27 January 28

Dinner & Conversation with Rabbi MLK Service at Temple Chai Sisterhood Program Hebrew Literacy Graduation AIPAC Speaker Sisterhood Book Club Super Bowl Shabbos Dinner Services Led by Dalet Class Rick Recht Concert

“A MORNING TO REMEMBER” – CBJ 50th ANNIVERSARY EVENT

A MORNING TO REMEMBER: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 Please mark your calendar for the CBJ “Morning to Remember,” which will be held Sunday, December 3, from 9AM -12PM, in the Lieberman Social Hall.

• 9AM – Breakfast in the Lieberman Social Hall • 10AM – Learn the history of Beth Judea and share stories of your personal involvement, no matter how long you’ve been here. Come eat breakfast and mingle with friends. Whether you are new at CBJ, or have been involved with the congregation your entire life, we want to hear stories about your time here. We will create three large timelines that will be hung on the walls of the Social Hall: significant events at CBJ from the present to the past; important happenings in the neighborhood and in the world around us; and milestones in your own personal life.

Information gathered at this event will help us tell the congregation’s story on our 50th anniversary. In addition, we will begin to identify those things that have made and continue to make CBJ a special community, so we can focus on the most life-giving aspects of our community as we move forward. We will conclude the morning by asking you: What are your wishes and hopes for our future as a congregation? To RSVP, please contact the office at cbjoffice@bethjudea.org There is no charge. Babysitting will be provided upon request. Teens are also welcome to join us. Please contact Lisa Neiman at lneiman@bethjudea.org or (847) 634-0777 if you need any special accommodations, including transportation, to participate in our program.

Download Flyer UPCOMING 50th CELEBRATION EVENTS Saturday

January 13, 2018

9:30 am

Shabbat Services

Sunday

February 11, 2018

5:00 pm

50th Anniversary and Israel Committee Movie Night

Friday

March 2, 2018

7:30 pm

Shabbat Services

Sunday

April 29, 2018

50th Anniversary Celebration

SPECIAL UPCOMING EVENTS

MEN’S CLUB

HELP THE MEN’S CLUB ORGANIZE A HEALTH FAIR FOR THE MEMBERS OF CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA The Beth Judea Men’s Club is organizing a health fair for the Congregation’s members. Shop at any Sunset Foods location on Dec 5th and 6th and Sunset will donate a portion of your sale to Sisterhood when you present the attached coupon. Please print out coupons and email or pass them out to anyone you like. Coupons cannot be distributed in store or parking lot. Click here to download the coupon slips so that Sisterhood can receive a portion of the proceeds. Double Mitzvah – click here and order Sunset Gift Cards from the synagogue!

While the date has not been fixed, we are hoping to do this in the coming spring. We are looking for doctors or those involved with health care organizations to provide health care/wellness information. This could involve having members of all ages attending the fair. If you are such a person or know of somebody or some organization that might be interested in participating, please have them contact Sandy Victor at sandy_victor@hotmail.com by December 15th. Click here for flyer

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HANUKKAH xHanukkah Blessings for 5778 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 Dec. 12 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.

The Hanukkah Blessings

HANUKKAH 5778 CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES 1st Night

Dec. 12

Sunset at 4:20 pm

2nd Night

Dec. 13

Sunset at 4:20 pm

3rd Night

Dec. 14

Sunset at 4:20 pm

Dec. 15

Shabbat begins at 4:02 pm (light Hanukkah candles before Shabbat candles)

5th Night

Dec. 16

Shabbat ends at 4:59 pm (light Hanukkah candles after Havdalah candle)

6th Night

Dec. 17

Sunset at 4:21 pm

7th Night

Dec. 18

Sunset at 4:21 pm

8th Night

Dec. 19

Sunset at 4:22 pm

4th Night

The first is a blessing over the candles themselves:

Barukh atah Adonai, Eloheinu melekh ha-olam, asher kidshanu b'mitzvotav v'tzivanu l'hadlik ner shel Hanukkah. Praised are You, Adonai, Our God, Sovereign of the universe, who makes us holy through mitzvot and commands us to light the Hanukkah candles.

The second blessing expresses thanks for the "miracle" of deliverance:

Barukh atah Adonai, Eloheinu melekh ha-olam, she'asah nissim la'avoteinu ba-yamim ha-hem baz'man ha-zeh. Praised are You, Adonai, Our God, Sovereign of the universe, who did wondrous things for our ancestors in former times at this season.

The third blessing is chanted only on the first night:

Hanukkah Guide 5778

Barukh atah Adonai, Elohenu melekh ha'olam, she-heheheyanu, v'kiy'manu, v'higiyanu la-z'man hazeh. Praised are You, Adonai, Our God, Sovereign of the universe, who keeps us alive, sustains us, and brought us to this occasion.

Click Here To Link To The Guide The Word – December 2017

Hanukkah UPCOMING EVENTS

Come Celebrate Chanukah With Your Family and Your Beth Judea Family December 15th Dinner at 6:00 PM Sing and Play Dreidel Services at 7:30 PM RSVP December 8th CBJ Office (847-634-0777) Email LNeiman@bethjudea.org Chicken Nuggets•Deli•Latkes•Vegetables•Salad

Name____________________________

_____# of Adults $15 _____# of Youth (6 to 12) $7 _____# of Children (5 & under) $5 _____Family $36 ___ #Adults ___ #Children _____# of Vegetarian Request

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December 9, 2017 7:30 pm at CBJ $18 – single attendee $30 – couple attendees

You are invited to sample high end vodkas and nosh on a variety of latkes including: - Classic - Brussel sprout - Butternut sweet potato Wine, beer, and other snacks will be served. During the event you are invited to help find the clues to finding the murderer. You will work with your fellow investigators to find our the weapon, location, and criminal. Your hosts will help you stay safe and find the murderer before the end of the night! RSVP to Sarah Goldenberg by December 1st at sarahbgoldenberg@gmail.com Checks can be made payable to Congregation Beth Judea Sisterhood

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SPECIAL UPCOMING EVENTS

“Where every woman’s voice is heard”

CBJ Sisterhood Hanukkah Party

Happy Hanukkah! Please join us at 8pm on Wednesday, December 6th, 2017 at Congregation Beth Judea. We will be having a traditional white elephant gift exchange! Please bring something new or slightly used that you already own and know someone else may love. We will provide dessert-nosh, camaraderie, and a game to keep you on your toes! Sponsored by CBJ Sisterhood.

There is no cost for the event. Please RSVP by December 1st, 2017 to Rebecca Schlichting at cbjsisterhoodmail@gmail.com or by phone or text at 847-331-0226. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Join Rabbi Klatzker for Dinner and Conversation Thursday January 11, 2018 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Topic: “Guns ‘n’ Moses: A Jewish Perspective on Gun Safety” RSVP required to lneiman@bethjudea.org Cost: $12/pp (dinner & dessert)

Shiva Baskets

Gift Cards

Sunshine Fund

SUPPORT BETH JUDEA BY PURCHASING GIFT CARDS

The primary purpose of the shiva tradition, or "sitting shiva," is to create an environment of comfort and community for mourners; it helps guide friends and family members through the loss of a loved one. Throughout the weeklong shiva period, mourners come together in one family’s home to offer their condolences and support. From a practical standpoint, the shiva process and practices associated with Jewish mourning add comfort to the life of a mourner following a death. In the period after suffering a loss, a mourner may be comforted by the structure and routines prescribed by traditional Jewish mourning laws. Historically, the Board of Directors of Congregation Beth Judea has sent shiva baskets to the immediate family of Board members; parents, spouses, siblings and G-d forbid, children. We would like to extend this gesture to the entire congregation.

Donations may be sent the shul attention Lisa Neiman. Thanking you in advance for you generous donations. Respectfully, Lisa Neiman

SUPPORT BETH JUDEA WHILE YOU SHOP ON AMAZON!!

Did you know that when you shop on Amazon you can support Congregation Beth Judea at the same time? It's very simple, Amazon smile will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible amazon purchases to Congregation Beth Judea. Here is the link: Click here to Shop The Word - December 2017

Purchasing gift cards is one of the easiest ways to support Beth Judea. The Congregation earns a rebate from the vendors when you utilize the gift cards, so there is no cost to you. Gift cards can be utilized the same as cash, there are no restrictions. If you are shopping for groceries or clothes, going to a movie or traveling, you can help support our Congregation. Order forms for Gift Cards are available in the office or in the Lobby on Sunday morning. They can be purchased with cash, check, or credit cards (a 2.5% convenience fee will be added when paying with a credit card). Click Here to Download Form

Men’s Club Hanukkah Candles This year as in years past, Beth Judea Men’s Club delivered Hanukkah candles to help in your festive celebration. Within our community, one way we can keep a link between us is to light our candles that have all come from one common place and share in that ancient tradition together. Along with the candles was a donation envelope. The funds raised will go toward the purchase of Siddurim for the Aleph class and to support our youth groups (USY and Kadima). Please consider sending a donation to Men’s Club to help support these important programs and keep the spark of Jewish life and traditions glowing in the hearts of our children. On behalf of our Beth Judea Men’s Club, I would like to wish you and your family a safe, happy, and fulfilling holiday. Happy Hanukkah The Festival of Lights.

A Hearty Mazel Tov to all our December B’nei Mitzvah

from the Beth Judea Family. 12

ISRAEL COMMITTEE EVENTS Dear Friends: I am delighted to invite you to join our Congregation Beth Judea delegation at the AIPAC Policy Conference – March 4-6. The AIPAC Policy Conference serves as the finest example of bipartisan support for Israel, bringing together liberals and conservatives, Jews (of all denominations) and non-Jews, young and old, regardless of gender, race or cultural background, all in pursuit of a common goal. By joining our CBJ delegation, you will have an opportunity to choose to lead on a variety of important issues effecting Israel and the U.S.-Israel relationship, i.e. advocate to our legislators that they strictly oversee Iran’s malign activities in the region, protect Israel at the UN, and continue to provide the military assistance critical to Israel’s security. And you’ll be able to enjoy the company of our CBJ friends as we get together to learn from internationally-recognized thought leaders on the Middle East.

Wednesday January 24, 2018 - 8:00 pm at Congregation Beth Judea THE AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

AIPAC Guest Speaker More details to follow

For those who sign up to the conference, there is also an opportunity to register for the AIPAC Shabbaton, and hear from Hartman institute scholars and other thought leaders in a restful and memorable pre-conference Shabbaton experience. For more information, please reach out to myself, any of the AIPAC leaders in our community such as Arnie Goldberg or Cathy Feiger, or our local AIPAC staff at lcrosenberg@aipac.org. I hope you can make it! Sincerely, Rabbi David Klatzker rabbiklatzker@bethjudea.org

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Religious Education Strength in the Hanukkah Story

Anna Besser Education Director

What is Strength? Strength is the capacity for endurance. It is support, firmness, and the power to resist force. While physical strength seems easy to measure and quantify, there are other types of strength we should explore. What makes a person feel strong? How do we build a sense of inner strength, self-esteem, and resilience? What is real strength?

There are times in our life when we need to access different types of strength. We use our inner strength to forge our identities. We use our emotional strength to express viewpoints and show vulnerability. We use our physical strength to help those around us – moving and doing what others may not be able to do. The Hanukkah story provides us with different understandings of what strength might mean: the physical strength of the Maccabees and the inner strength and resilience of those who stayed true to their convictions in the face of Hellenism. Throughout Jewish history, the story of Hanukkah has been interpreted differently, with different forms of strength being emphasized at different times. During the Talmudic era, rabbis shied away from the physical and military side of the story, focusing on the moral and spiritual lessons about hope and faith. During the rise of Zionism, early Zionists reclaimed the physical and military aspects of the story. As the early pioneers in Israel found themselves fighting to defend against attacks, they began to connect with the ancient Jewish fighters who stood their ground in the same place. Hanukkah is a time for accepting both the Maccabee and the rabbi within us, seeing them as different expressions of strength. In today’s age, Hanukkah primarily focuses on the celebration of human liberation and ultimately a victory to retain religious freedom. So, what does Hanukkah mean for us today? What models of strength in the story do we connect with? Is it the physical and military strength needed to overcome a seemingly more powerful enemy? Or the ability to retain individual character and inner strength against outside pressures? What type of strength is important for you? And lastly, who will you show our strength today?

December Event

Time

Aleph – Heh Family Shabbat Dinner

6:15 pm

Heh Field Trip

9 am – 1 pm

No Beyahad Classes

(Finals Week)

No Religious School / No Beyahad Classes Winter Break: Sunday. Dec. 24 – Sunday, Jan. 7

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Time

Beyahad Classes Resume

6:30 – 8:30pm

(Temple Chai location)

4:15 – 6:15 pm

Religious School Classes Resume

6:15 – 8:00pm (Heh)

Sunday School Classes Resume

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

(K –

2nd

(Aleph – Dalet)

Grade)

No Beyahad Classes

(MLK Jr. Day)

1st

K – Grade Family Program Dalet Shabbat

Parents join in at 10:30 am

Dalet leading Robbins Sanctuary service

9:30 am

Heh Holocaust Field Trip

9 am – 12:45 pm

(Naomi Russell, UJIA Program Bank)

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Youth

WHAT’S UP IN THE WORLD OF OUR YOUTH??? Thank you!!! On Sunday morning, November 12th, 2017 our incredible group of BJUSY teens gathered at the Perlstein Resort at Camp Chi during the final day of CHUSYfest. We thought we were gathering to watch a pump up video for International Convention which will be hosted right here in Chicago over winter break. The video began by showing clips of USYers from all over the world talking about International Convention. Suddenly, however, the message changed. USYers in the video announced that they had a special announcement just for CHUSY region. It was then that things became a blur and came into focus all at the same time. The video began to announce that they were excited to announce that the winner of USY’s International Chapter of the Year was from right here in CHUSY region and that it belonged to Congregation Beth Judea BJUSY. The kids screamed and cried, and I can’t say I did any differently (you can check out the video yourself using the link below). Andy Bauman and Julie Marder came out from their hiding spot in the closet with a huge banner awarding BJUSY as the International Chapter of the Year. Additionally, we went on to find out that we had received top honors in three out of the five overall categories. BJUSY was named best of the best in overall programming excellence, religious education, and membership outreach along with being named overall best chapter in all of USY.

Youth This accomplishment is quite a testament to the never ending hard work of all our BJUSY members, staff, youth committee, and so many more. It would be impossible to thank all the people who helped make this possible but do know that we continue to appreciate the support we receive for our incredible youth group every single day. While this award is an amazing accomplishment (it is the highest possible honor that USCJ can bestow upon a single chapter), this in no way marks the end of our journey. The CBJ youth department aims to continue to bring the same strong effort that made this possible to all our age groups. We will continue to strengthen youth programming across the synagogue and help to grow CBJ as the vibrant, young, family oriented community that we all know that it is.

If you have not yet dipped your toe in the water and tried one of the youth programs that are available, we strongly encourage you to do so. Come check out what all the fuss is about and experience for yourself the power of CBJ youth! 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 as well as our calendar http://tinyurl.com/BJUSYcalendar. 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. LINK TO THE CHAPTER OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO LINK TO THE CHAPTER OF THE YEAR PRESS RELEASE

***Whether you are going to International Convention or not make sure to come join us for an amazing Pre-Convention Experience. BJUSY is hosting TWO regions, EPA/Hagesher and Hagalil. That means over 100 USYers all gathering together at BJUSY from Thursday 12/21 to Sunday 12/24. Highlights include Whirlyball, Milt’s BBQ, Zoo Lights, Museum of Science and Industry, and so much more!!! Cost for Pre-convention is only $195!!! Even Better!!! If you are attending International Convention CBJ will pay the $195 for you making Preconvention completely FREE!!! Pre-Convention is open to all 8th-12th grade Jewish teens!!! Sign up today using http://tinyurl.com/BJUSYprecon2017

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See the following page for more info!

Youth Below are the links to the Youth flyers: BJUSY Flyer | Pray and Play Flyer | Kadima Flyer | Kadinkers Flyer | IC Chicago Flyer CBJ Youth Membership!!! CBJ Youth Membership Registration 2017-2018 IC Chicago Promo Video link https://vimeo.com/203314639?outro=1&ref=fb-share USY IC is returning to Chicago and we need your help! USY International Convention 2017 will take place from December 24th - 28th at the Sheraton Grand Hotel downtown. Since one of our top priorities is the safety of the participants at this event, we’ll need local volunteers to help chaperone. We’ll need them for Sunday afternoon, Monday afternoon, Tuesday all day, Wednesday all day, and Thursday morning. If you think you will be able to help during any of those times please let us know by clicking here. (www.regpacks.com/icchaperones) Questions? Please contact the USY International Convention Chaperone Office at chaperones@usy.org or via phone at 847-714-9130. Watch for news about the Alumni Event! Ongoing House Wish List: Below is a list of top need items that we would still love for the Youth House. There is also a link to a live document that can give an ongoing list of needs. Feel free to continue to shop our registries at Target and Bed Bath and Beyond for specific needs. As always, gift cards to places like Target purchased from the synagogue are a great way to help us out twice!!! Youth House Wish List Items needed for the youth house: Purple Bathroom Set Area Rugs Bean Bag Chairs for the basement Havdallah Set

Shout Outs: BJUSY sends a shout-out to all of our incredible members who helped us to win the International Chapter of the Year award! BJUSY sends a shout-out to all of the families who have already signed up to host teens for our upcoming preconvention or have taken on chaperone responsibilities for the International Convention being hosted in Chicago.

Want to send a shout out to someone??? Send Marc an email at YouthDirector@bethjudea.org

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Youth HOUSING HELP NEEDED FOR IC CHICAGO PRECONVENTION The USY International Convention is coming to Chicago!!! Congregation Beth Judea is going to be hosting around 100 teens from Thursday, December 21st through Sunday, December 24th!!! We need housing help for all these teens!!!

CBJ USY (BJUSY) is hosting a preconvention for USYers from EPA/Hagesher (Eastern Pennsylvania) and Hagalil (New Jersey) regions. Prior to an incredible International Convention hosted at the Sheraton in Chicago from 12/24-12/28 we will be having nearly 100 teens from these two regions staying with us and participating in activities from Thursday, December 21st through Sunday, December 24th! We need help to be able to provide housing for all these teens and staff. We are therefore reaching out to you to open your home and take in at least two USYers (no USYers can be housed alone). If you are able to house USYers please click the link below to sign up with your information. Responsibilities of host families and a link to a tentative schedule is included below: IC Preconvention Host Family RSVP We will give preference to families that have USYers attending preconvention. Next preference is given to families with USY age or close to USY aged children around during the breaks, however due to the large number of USYers that we will be hosting we are looking for anybody who can host regardless of if they have children around or not. WHAT WILL BE NEEDED OF HOSTS? Thursday: Pickup begins late Thursday night (aound 10:30pm). USYers go back to your houses and sleep Friday: Feed USYers breakfast. Drop USYers back off at CBJ at 9am. Pick USYers back up at 3pm to get ready for Shabbat. Drop USYers back off at CBJ at 6pm. Pick USYers up for the night at 9:45pm

Saturday: Feed USYers breakfast. Drop USYers off at CBJ at 9:30am. Pick USYers back up at 3pm to get ready for evening activity. Drop USYers off at 5pm at CBJ. Pick USYers back up at CBJ at 10:45pm for the night. Sunday: Feed USYers breakfast. Drop USYers off at CBJ at 8am. Preconvention Tentative Schedule If you have any questions about housing please contact Marc Sender at youthdirector@bethjudea.org

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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 December 2017

Morning to Remember Sunday, December 3 9 am – 12 pm Facilitated by Rabbi Klatzker Please mark your calendar for the CBJ “Morning to Remember,” in the Lieberman Social Hall. 9AM – Breakfast 10AM – Learn the history of Beth Judea and share stories of your personal involvement, no matter how long you’ve been here. Come eat breakfast and mingle with friends. Whether you are new at CBJ, or have been involved with the congregation your entire life, we want to hear stories about your time here. We will create three large timelines that will be hung on the walls of the Social Hall: significant events at CBJ from the present to the past; important happenings in the neighborhood and in the world around us; and milestones in your own personal life. To RSVP, please contact the office at cbjoffice@bethjudea.org There is no charge. Babysitting will be provided upon request. Teens are also welcome to join us.

Mussar: How to Live a Balanced and Responsible Life Taught by Rabbi Klatzker Wednesday evenings, 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dates: Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, 2017 (no classes Nov 8 & 22)

Bring your everyday into alignment with your values through Mussar, an old-new Jewish practice of awareness and character development. Recommended text: Alan Morinis, Everyday Holiness (not to be confused with another of his books, Every Day, Holy Day).

Dinner & Conversation: “Guns ‘n’ Moses: A Jewish Perspective on Gun Safety” Facilitated by Rabbi Klatzker Thursday, January 11, 2018, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Cost: $12 pp (dinner & dessert) RSVP by January 5th to lneiman@bethjudea.org

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Hebrew Classes Hebrew Literacy I Taught by Jerry Sakol & Eric Yegelwel Sponsored by Men’s Club Tuesday evenings; 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dates: Oct. 24, 2017 – Jan. 16, 2018 Want a proven successful opportunity to learn how to read Hebrew in a friendly environment? Then join this class. Hebrew Literacy I is designed to teach those with no previous (or forgotten) knowledge of Hebrew how to read. The 12-week course focuses on learning to read the words used in the Friday Night service. Graduation – Friday Night Service on Jan. 19, 2018 COST: $30 fee for course materials

Ulpan 1

Ulpan 2

Taught by Lee Goldberg

In this course, students will develop reading fluency and understanding of Hebrew word and sentence structures. We will then move into Hebrew grammar and learn to converse: how to order food in a restaurant, shop, and tell the doctor what hurts and have fun doing it, with songs, word games, and imagery. The ability to read basic Hebrew is required.

In this course we will continue from where we left off last year. We'll continue learning Hebrew grammar while learning to order food in a restaurant, shop, and tell the doctor what hurts and have fun doing it, with songs, word games, and imagery. The ability to read Hebrew is required.

Textbook Fee: $20 Thursday evenings 8:00 – 9:00 pm Beginning Oct. 19, 2017

Thursday evenings 6:30 – 7:30 pm Beginning Sept. 14, 2017

Join us on Friday December 1st at 7:30 pm as we celebrate

SHIRAT SHABBAT

SAVE THE DATE:

Musical ShaBBaT Celebration!!!

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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 Ongoing Classes These classes are ongoing. Please join at any time. Hebrew is not required for any of these classes, unless specifically noted.

WEEKLY CLASSES:

Israel Matters

Taught by Hazzan Weisberg Join Hazzan Weisberg in gaining a better understanding of the newest challenges and opportunities arising for Israel as well as its neighbors. What Jewish values and religious principles can be seen when Israel’s leaders are dealing with the Palestinians, with the growing number of Islamic extremist groups, with the Arab world, with the greater international community?

Tuesday mornings after minyan (8:30 –9:15 am)

Diving Into Talmud: Grappling with Life, Law and Innovation Taught by Orin Rotman

The Talmud is a profoundly rich compilation of wisdom that has continued relevance to our contemporary search for meaning. It addresses eternal questions of ethics, human nature and our relationship to the Divine. Participate in a lively discussion of the Talmud and its relevance for us today. No prior knowledge required and texts will be provided. (Artscroll Schottenstein edition is used for the class) Sunday mornings at 8:00 am

Sweet Taste of Torah: Psalms Taught by Orin Rotman

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. Wednesday evenings at 8 pm

SHABBAT CLASSES:

These Saturday morning classes are ongoing. Please join at any time. Hebrew is not required for any of these classes, unless specifically noted.

Weekly Parsha Study

Alternative Shabbat Service

Facilitated by Orin Rotman

Facilitated by Norm Kurtz

Weekly study to discuss the parsha of the week. We will discuss questions raised by the participants.

Norm Kurtz facilitates this Shabbat morning service that focuses on building community by enjoying a passionate, meaningful and dynamic Shabbat morning experience. Join this innovative creative and different minyan each Shabbat morning at 10:30 am in Room 1.

Shabbat morning at 9:00 am every Shabbat morning

Shabbat morning at 10:30 am every Shabbat morning

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Men’s Club Ladies and Gentlemen of Beth Judea, There is still time to rsvp for the first annual Latke and Vodka event on Sat. Dec. 9th, which promises to be a wonderful and exciting event. Sponsored by Sisterhood and Men’s Club, we have fine spirits, designer latkes, and a great activity that will mystify and amaze you. If you haven’t already seen the flyer, you will not want to miss this one. Please see the December schedule below. Dec. 7th: Next Men’s Club board meeting Dec. 13th: Erev Hanukkah! Please celebrate The Festival Of Lights responsibly Dec. 16th: The next opportunity to assist the elderly at The Lieberman Center. This is a wonderful mitzvah to do during the holiday and every month. If you’ve never done so, you should really consider participating. It’s a very rewarding experience. I would also like to wish everyone a meaningful holiday to commemorate the victory of the Maccabees over tyranny.. I think the Menorah is one of the most recognizable symbols of our faith, and I’m sure most of us have only the fondest of memories concerning our family Hanukkiot. Those of us who are fearless and stay to fight thru the winter can take heart as the days begin to lengthen and spring pushes out the frigid temperatures to become the dominant season. Perhaps we’ll allow the snowbirds to come slinking back with their tans and summer clothes knowing we Midwestern stalwarts are made of much sterner stuff.

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I’d like to point out some upcoming events in the coming months: March 11th: is the Next Man of The Year, Youth of The Year Dinner. Our Honored MOY this year Is the most deserving Rob Lipka, whose contributions and hard work have been a tremendous asset to our Men’s Club and congregation. March 16th: Is our next Midwest Region Men’s Club Retreat, which has proven that it gets better every time by having increasing attendees. Guys, you are really missing out if you haven’t experienced one of these events. More info to follow. So, save the date! April 11th: Is Yom HaSoah. Our day to remember all our fallen martyrs who died too early at the hands of monsters. There are a few Hearing Men’s Voices events coming up. Dates to be determined, where you can safely talk with other men about concerns and troubles that we all face and think you may have nobody to open up to. Be sure to watch your email! Being in Men’s Club, and being associated with this grand group of great guys who give to the greater good, has been and is an uplifting experience that I wholly endorse. The comradery and friendships are only a part of what we are all about. Stop by sometime. That’s about all for now, safe travels to all, good health, and I’ll see you in shul. Jerry Sakol, Men’s Club President

Men’s Club

Academic Scholarship Program

Tzedakah Fund The Men's Club has made donations from the minyan tzedakah box: Keshet Mazon Roth Kiddush Fund We thank all those who have contributed to the tzedakah fund administered by Men's Club.

Men’s Club strives to offer something for everyone. As such, we’re always open to new and creative programming ideas that help Jewish men lead rich and filling Jewish Lives. HELP THE ELDERLY ATTEND SERVICES Once a month, the Beth Judea Men’s Club volunteers at the Lieberman Geriatric Center and helps the elderly get to and from services. If you are interested in helping please contact Sandy Ramas. MEN’S CLUB MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

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The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is now accepting applications for their academic scholarships for ther 2018-2019 academic year. Students may access the application at their website: http://jvschicago.org/scholarship The deadline to apply is February 1, 2018

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Sisterhood Dear Sisters, Here we are in December already! Hanukkah is quickly approaching (December 12th is the first candle), and Sisterhood has some exciting news to share. This year, for the first time ever, Sisterhood and Men’s Club will together be hosting “Vodka and Latkes AND a Murder Mystery” on Saturday night, December 9th. That’s RIGHT!! We’re going to make the game of Clue come to life in a very special way. We will be providing delicious homemade latkes and a variety of vodkas to sample. Someone will be on hand to teach us about vodka choices and the differences between them. What’s that you say? You’re not a drinker? No problem! Soft drinks will also be provided, as well as plenty of other healthy food choices; i.e., veggies, dips, and fruit. And now you’re worried about coming as a single because you think this is a couples-only event? Well, you’re wrong! We LOVE singles! Come, eat, drink, and mingle. We guarantee you’ll have lots of fun! You will not want to miss this event. We are SO excited about it! We promise you will enjoy an unforgettable evening of good food, good friends, and… MURDER!!!! A Sisterhood staple during the Hanukkah season is our annual Hanukkah White Elephant Gift Exchange. Please join us on Wednesday, December 6th for what is always a fun evening. Bring a wrapped gift, either new or slightly used, that you already own and know someone else would love. Without giving too much away, let’s just say that there will be lots of trading back and forth before you end up with the final gift of the night. Laughter always ensues, and a great time is had by all. PLUS! You will enjoy a delicious ice cream dessert table! Come hungry and ready to have fun!

SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB Come Join Us As We Discuss

In 1935, Dottie Krasinsky is the epitome of the modern girl: a bookkeeper in Midtown Manhattan, steals kisses from her steady beau, meets girlfriends for drinks & eyes the latest fashions. Yet at heart, she is a dutiful ...

Book Discussion will be on Thursday,

January 25, 2018 at 7:30 pm At Brenda Levin’s Home Please RSVP to brendaclevin@yahoo.com This event is open to Sisterhood and CBJ Women

Happy Hanukkah from our homes to yours, Rhonda Cohn and Heidi Sakol Sisterhood Co-Presidents Download Flyer

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Sisterhood Gift Shop The Sisterhood of Beth Judea proudly shares about our renowned Judaica Shop! Our Judaica Shop carries a wide variety of items and gifts with continually updated inventory. Stop by and take a look at many of the following types of items: *Tallitot *Kippot *Women’s Head Coverings *Seder Plates *Hanukkah Menorahs *Shabbat Candlesticks *Kiddush Cups *Tzedakah Boxes *Wedding Gifts * Shofars *Bar & Bat Mitzvah Gifts *Mezuzah Cases and Kosher Scrolls *Yahrzeit Candles *Jewish Children’s Books *Wall Home Blessings *Hostess Gifts *Wedding Glasses *Decorative items……..and so much more! Come and browse our amazing collections of beautiful Judaic Jewelry – for both Men and Women! We have countless Hamsas, Chais, Stars and Hoshens. You will love our special designer pieces. Also our non-Judaic jewelry can make a special gift as well.! You will find many price points to meet all budgets. Our extensive collection of tallitot, for both men and women, is a specialty we are known for in the Chicagoland area! We always have approximately 100 of the tallitot in stock…most of them made in Israel! If the choices are overwhelming – or you wish to simply allow a family member or friend choose on their own – a Gift Certificate may be the wise choice for you – any denomination – anytime. We make it easy for you too – as we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover! So stop by and visit us to see for yourself why all of the talk! Our hours when Hebrew School is in session are: Tuesdays – 4 pm to 8 pm

Sundays – 9 am to 12:30 pm

We also will gladly make appointments to meet with you at your convenience – simply contact: Karen Nagel; 847-722-6621; geniuspkn2@aol.com Ann Lerman; 847-373-8640;annlerman325@gmail.com Have the Judaica Shop be a go-to spot for all your Judaic needs – please come visit us soon!

Congregation Beth Judea Gift Shop (Where shopping is a mitzvah)

20% OFF ONE SINGLE ITEM OF $25 OR MORE Coupon must be present at time of purchase Exclusions include sale merchandise, special orders, scrolls. One coupon per family. No other discounts or promotions apply -Expires December 31, 2017 COUPON

INTERFAITH COUNCIL News from the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council by Joanne Dicker and Helene Fox, Beth Judea representatives to the Council We want to thank everyone who participated in the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council’s Thanksgiving Celebration held at Temple Chai on Sunday, November 19, 2017. A special thanks to Rabbi Klatzker, who gave the invocation, and Hazzan Weisberg, for composing and chanting, “A Prayer of Thanksgiving” with the choir. The celebration was a wonderful time to join with our neighbors in prayer, song and celebration. After the program, we socialized over home baked and donated pastries and drinks from Continental Restaurant, Deerfield’s Bakery, Leonard’s Bakery, Mariano’s, Market Square restaurant, the Original Bagel and Bialy, Shalom Bakery and Sunset Foods. Our left-over pastries were then donated to both the USO to give our servicemen and women a treat at O’Hare while they are travelling and Journey’s End.

Please remember the less fortunate who live in our community throughout the year. Donations may be made directly to: Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council 1282 Green Knolls Drive Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 For more information on any of our programs please contact: nwsinterfaith@gmail.com or by telephone at: 224-699-0386 or visit our website at: http://www.northwestsuburbaninterfaith.org or your council representatives: Joanne Dicker: joannedicker@comcast.net Helene Fox: helene125125@gmail.com

Our theme this year at the Thanksgiving Celebration came from Genesis 5:1-2: This is the story of the generations of humans; on the day that G-d created us, we were created in G-d’s image. May we remember at this time of year and hopefully, throughout the year, that we are all one people; we should care for all of our neighbors in need: the hungry, the weak, the cold, and the homeless. “May our observance of Thanksgiving inspire us with gratitude for the wondrous gifts that are ours, and fill us with the resolve to share them with those in need.” Happy Thanksgiving.

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BJE Early Childhood Centers

MT Nesters The MT Nesters are in the middle of our 22nd year. But our dues are still the same -$20/year (no senior discounts). However, membership in the MT Nesters for your first year is free if you are currently a member of Beth Judea. We are continuing to hold our monthly program/meetings on Sundays, usually in the afternoon, and sometimes outside of the synagogue. For additional information contact Carol Schechter at 847-537-3566 or Sam Chiprin at 847-459-0316.

Did You Know... Do you know of information that would be of interest to our congregants? If so, please let us know.

Registration for 2017-2018

Cell Phone Drop-Off Box In Synagogue Office! Help domestic abuse victims by donating your old cell phones.

Registration at the Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Center at Beth Judea is well under way. Registration for our 2017-2018 school year has begun. Schedule a visit to one of our classes: New Steps (parent/caregiver and toddler), More Steps (2 year olds), Kadima (3 year olds) and Pre-K, and learn about our amazing curriculum. Call us at 847634-0363 to begin your child’s preschool journey. Come and see what we’re all about!

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Each phone raises money for domestic abuse crisiscounseling services in the Jewish community! SHALVA offers free counseling to Jewish women who are or were in an intimate partner relationship. If you or someone you know needs our help, call 773-583-4673.

New Membership Programs Beth Judea Announces Exciting New Membership Programs:

Alternative Shabbat Service Alternative Shabbat Service Service Leader: Norm Kurtz

1. Referral Program Gift of Membership 3. STEPS to Membership

Every Shabbat Morning 10:30 am until 11:45 am.

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We're very excited to announce new membership programs for our community! We're making it easy and rewarding for you to help spread the word about our synagogue community to your family, friends, and Jewish families that might have moved into the neighborhood! Click Here for Full Details

Planned Giving Is Beth Judea a Part of Your Estate? Help ensure the future of Congregation Beth Judea. From Generation to Generation “Making a Difference in the Lives that Follow”

You are invited to join the Alternative Shabbat Service which meets every Shabbat morning. Our growing interpretive minyan (prayer group) is focused on building community by enjoying a passionate, meaningful, and dynamic Shabbat morning experience. We are innovative, creative, and different from the traditional service. We are friendly and welcoming to all. Being nonjudgmental and accessible, we are interested in creating a meaningful spiritual community where joyful prayer and spirited Torah discussion is experienced, accompanied by camaraderie and friendship. Join us for prayer/discussion/ learning and stay after services for Kiddush/lunch with the entire Congregation. We meet in the former youth lounge on the lower level of the Synagogue (which is accessible to the physically challenged) from 10:30 am until 11:45 am. Bring a friend with you. We look forward to welcoming you to our community. Shabbat Shalom,

LIFE IN ISRAEL THE GOODMAN’S BLOG 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. To learn more about the Goodman’s life in Israel click here to share their experience.

Norm Kurtz Service Leader

For further information: cbjoffice@bethjudea.org

EVERY SHABBAT MORNING

Upon three things the world is based: Upon Torah, Upon Divine Service and Upon the Practice of Charity

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The Helping Hand Plan

The Helping Hand Plan A Project of Congregation Beth Judea Hesed Committee   

Do you need some help? Do you need a ride to a doctor’s appointment? Do you need a ride to services at Beth Judea?

WHAT IS THE HELPING HAND PLAN? Beth Judea has a group of volunteers who are ready, willing, and able to lend a hand. Just call or e-mail if you need some assistance. WHO DO I CONTACT TO REQUEST SOME HELP? Please call Larry Wollheim at 847-6349399 or e-mail Larry at lwollheim45@gmail.com or call Rabbi Klatzker at 847-634-0777 or e-mail Rabbi Klatzker at rabbiklatzker@bethjudea.org to request help. It’s a Mitzvah to help someone. Please allow us to help you.

You Make A Difference 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 Klatzker Ellene Lammers Wendy Wunsch Evan Rumack

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Hesed Committee

An Important Announcement CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA HESED (CARING) COMMITTEE 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

We Would Like To Know WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW . . . . 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. Please call the synagogue office with this information. Do not assume that someone else will have notified the synagogue staff.

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: December 1

Heidi Sakol

December 18

Gary Cortes

December 2

Kim Bauman Leonard Manewith Jennifer Share

December 19

December 3

Laura Barshefsky Jerome Gothelf Andrea Hockfield

Kurt Fliegel Ruby Korn Allyson Marcus Heidi Schrage Robert Schwartz Daniel Silberman

December 20 December 4

Renee Malter Natalie Pesin

Rebecca Andreoli Arnold Bender Steven Golberg

December 5

Leah Chiprin Harold Rosen

December 21

Kristie Fingerhut Neil Margolis

December 6

Julie Cohen Carl Weiss

December 22

Harriette Elisco Barbara Pressburger

December 7

Marah Altenberg Kenneth Stolman

December 23

December 8

Ann Lesley Rosen

Philip Andreoli Neil Jordan Ronald Kovich Alfred Levinson Neal Resnik

December 9

Sharon Harris Eric Marder Randee Weiss

December 24

Laurie Ford Rachel Gottfried

December 25

Jeanne Krulewich

December 26

Howard Ganden

December 27

Bruce Darin Arthur Freedman Rita Mathias Maureen Stolman Suzanne Waitz Andrew Zarchy

December 10

Jamie Breslaw Jeffrey Brown Mark Sheft David Waitz

December 11

Andrew Bauman

December 12

Harvey Brickman Benjamin Dubin Casey Spitz

December 13

Steven Kwasman

December 28

December 14

Jeffrey Julis Harold Rothschild Sharon Weil Corey Zussman

Edward Grossman Gary Malkin Jill Marks Tim Scheibe

December 30

Noah Ban Arthur Greenberg Faith Schwartz

December 31

Bonnie Spangler

December 15

Rebecca Schlichting

December 16

Sharon Shapiro

December 17

James Hyman Boris Lyubomirsky Robert Muise 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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DECEMBER ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy Anniversary to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: December 1

Stacy & Arlen Shub

December 2

Carrie & Michael Shultz

December 3

December 18

Sandra & Paul Drizner Lynn & Arthur Freedman Erica & Gary Krugel

Myra & Neil Borkan Diane & Howard Gordon Staci & Michael Levy

December 19

Jori & Jay Greenhill Susan & Aaron Hershinow Lois & Stewart Margolis

December 4

Marcie & Alan Marcus Deborah & Howard Tolsky

December 21

Kathryn & Gary Harris Gayle & Richard Pervos

December 6

Janice & Michael Schrimmer

December 22

Carol & Harold Rosen

December 10

Carol & Sheldon Rubin

December 23

December 11

Lisa & Jason Neiman

Trudy & Robert Balogh Rachel & Marc Gottfried

December 12

Susan & Norman Kronowitz

December 26

Tammy & Tim Scheibe

December 13

Rebecca & Philip Andreoli

December 27

December 14

Miriam & Leslie Spickard

Sue-Ellen & Fred Duboe Marla & Bruce Horwitz Joy & Neil Margolis Laura & Stanford Zoller

December 16

Pamela & Joel Polakow Marny & Brian Schwartz

December 17

Debra & Benjamin Dubin Cheryl & Leonard Levine Margaret & Todd Lichtenstein Arlene & Sanford Moses Sally & David Sherman

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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December Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS December 1

Sylvia Bordy Sylvia Dammers* Don Fischoff Rhonda Gerchikov Martin Heller* Irving Kolko Enid Levsky Pearl Palmer Enrique Ribot Herbert Rosenblatt Harold Schwartz* David Skerker* Sydney Witlin*

Lionel Brazen Martin Dubin Donald Fischoff Judith Hafley Harry Isenberg Anita Kreisman Ellyn Lockwood Scot Patner* Marvin Rose* Anna Schechter Sidney Schwartz* Frieda Skerker*

Jean Brenghause* Blanche Elvove* Anna Fuhrman* Sophie Harvis* Florence Kanter* Muriel Landy Irwin Mandelblatt Rivka Polakow Marvin Rosenberg Louis Schnabel Phyllis Shatz* Irving Tolsky

December 8

Nathan Ander Ann Bernstein* Bruce Clorfene Michael Feldman* Lynn Clifford Golberg Lee (Lena) Meyer Katz* Herman Leavitt* Morrie Mangurten Esther Morgenstein* Sylvia Rabin Silvie Serbin* Elsa Spitz Sofia Sznaper* H Jack Zussman*

Florence Balfour* Pearl Brickman* Moshe Elbaum* Nathan Finn Samuel Gold* Clara Kersky* Fern LeVine Donald Maslov Sara Lee Perlman Pearl Rizman* Jack Singer* Sidney Stark Florence Wasserman

Esther Bergman* Celia Burg* Bernard Epton Nathan Gladstein* Charlotte Guttenberg* Bertha Kravitz* Ida Levin Gail Moffett Khaim Pesin Florence Robinson* Sarah Singer* Louis Stein* Gilbert Wernick

Frieda Borenstein Abraham Fuhrman* Elynor Klein* Dorothy Patt Jacqueline Pollard Sam Rubenstein* Lisa Shiffers Rose Toch* Robert Weiss

Lawrence Elauser Louis Goldberg Mae Mandel Edward Patt Joseph Pressburger Nathan Schwartz Ben Shugan Edward Warman Charles Wolf*

December 15 Rochelle Adelman Ruth Fagan* Bella Jacobs Harold Mayeroff Benjamin Levi Plaut Sidney Prosansky* Maurice Settler Dr. Maurice Slivnick Bessie Weiner* Max Zakaman*

* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.

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December Yahrzeits (Continued) YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS December 22 Bernice Altman Carly Berns* Lillian Elgenson Jack Frost Max Halperin* Sol Kaufman* Helen Lindenbaum* Emanuel Pearl Philip Rockwell Peter Stark William Toch* Mildred Wittlin* Samuel Zablen*

Violet Barrier* Maxwell Clamage Louis Elisco Joseph Green Arline Holman Israel Levine* Hyman Loeb* Sylvia Polakow* Sylvia Rubin* Toby Charlene Swichkow* Newton Truger* Abe Wolinsky*

Mildred Berngard Ruth Duboe Asna Fagin* Beverly Guttenberg Doris Kalina Marilyn Levit Barry Mark Sheldon Robbins Yisrael Shalem Janet Thomas Harry Weinstein* Tillie Yublosky*

December 29 Margaret Atlas Robert Allan Brown Samuel Chiet* Ida Glickman Jeri Ann Goldman Joe Koek Marvin Miller Gertrude Trudy Paley Michelle Rappaport Sherwin Rosenfeld* Theodore Sakol* Mabelle Schero Samuel Silver Shirley Sussman Leona Wolf*

Fannie Barasch Elizabeth Buff Samuel Dicker Harvey Gold Samuel Kanter* Irwin Lipka Bruce Minnick* Lewis Pervosky Diana Ratskoff Ruth Rotman Gertrude Salzenstein Rose Schwartz* Faye Singer* Louis Vicker*

Richard Brown Robert Buhai Martin Garson* Christina Marie Goldberg Audrey Kirst Stephanie Lustig* Sophie Momet Maury Platt* Dr. Jack Rizman* Muriel Sachsel* Yetta Sanders Ilse Sender* Harriet Sumner* Bernard Weisel*

* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.

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January Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS January 5

Irving Babbitt Sam Chibnik Carol Feldman* Marilyn Gould Mollie Kleinman Shirley Kriegler* Seymour Nagel Michael Schwartz Harvey Shiffman* Celia Spivak* June Walcer*

Erwin Berenson Samuel Cooper* Jane Friedland* Lorin Greenberg Joseph Kolner* Michael Linderman* Louis Newman* Bessie Shavitz* Tillie Shore Sylvia Travis* Alfred Weiner

Daniel Brown Alfred Feiger Lillian Goroff* Sandee Grossman Sol Kravitz* Betsy Mosak Fannie Orloff Morris Sherman* Larry Silver* Rickey Turovitz Shirley Wolf*

January 12

Harriet Ament Lauri Bauer Andrea Gordon Michael Jaffe* Seymour Klein* Ann Linderman* Barry Mandelblatt Harry Minnick* Ida Polansky Berel Sales* Robert Silverstone

Dorothy Aronoff Irving Coady* Bernice Gross* Herbert Kahn Ruth Kurtz* Arlen Litwin Lorraine Margolis Herman Morgenstein* David Resnick* Irene Sandler* Morris Weiner*

Ralph Barnett Sarah Deicher Hannah Hockfield* Linda Katz Irving Levy* Mina Magarici Philip Meltzer* Fred Moskowitz Joseph Rosenfeld* Milton Silverstein* Evelyn Weisel*

January 19

Walter Berkley* Bella Cohen* William Frankel* Paul Goldman Morris Lessin* Louis Margolis Irene Ramras Eva Sanes* Hilda Tominberg*

Sandy Caplan* Alexander Davis* Janette Friedman Miles Klein* Louis Lifshitz* Leonard Meltzer Bernice Rothenberg* Harvey Schmall Ruth Zeiger

Adele Chubin Herman Feldman* James Glickman Oscar Krawitz Gertrude Manewith Darrell Pollack* William Rubenstein* Gertrude Schoeneman*

January 26

Wally Arbetter Gerald Bernstein Edward Vincent Fojtik Era Greiman* Robert Isenberg Estelle Kerstein Ethan Levitan* June Pearlman* Ida Pollack Helen Schwartz* Benjamin Weisman

Anna Berkovitz* Marion Bordon Charles Frank Charlotte Herstein Ann Karno Annette Kessler* Alex Lustig* Mandel Perl* Melvin Reback Dora Stein*

Roselin Berman Abe Cooper* Samuel Goldman* Joe Holman Irv Kaufman Herbert Levine* Sheila Moskowitz Margaret Pinkus* Shirley Schechtman Ethan Noah Sulkin

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Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque.

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If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.

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TRIBUTES FOR AN EXPLANATION OF THESE FUNDS, PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE PRAYERS HAVE BEEN SAID FOR THE RECOVERY OF: Franci Cherney Howard Corey Ron Corey Lori Dub Marlene Gotthelf Stella Greener Jennifer Litwin Arlene Moses Alyce Selman David Schor Bernard Silverman Brian Udany

Condolences Upon the Deaths of: Stephen J. Dunn Brother of Debbie Weiss Joseph Ernsteen Father of Gary Ernsteen Rose Price Mother of Liz Schachter

Congratulations upon: Births: Rhonda & Dave Cohn upon the birth of their grandson, Benjamin Michael Fine-Cohn Karen & Philip Nagel upon the birth of their granddaughter, Scarlet Mia Sobin Carol & Harold Rosen upon the birth of their grandson, Jordan Seth Karbin

RABBI LIFSHITZ DISCRETIONARY FUND

CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sally Tepper, beloved mother. Renee & Wes Brown

IN APPRECIATION OF: Cantor Weisberg for officiating at the funeral for my mother, Rose Price. Thank you for leading minyan, your visits and your kindness. Liz & Gary Schachter

RABBI KLATZKER DISCRETIONARY FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sol Rubin Roberta & Andrew Zarchy FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jeanne S. Babbitt Floyd & Bobbie Babbitt

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Stella Hiller Ellene Lammers Ida Levin, beloved sister and aunt. Halperin Family William Meyers Steven & Jodi Levit and Family

Kathryn Ferrari Polakow Family

George Uhler Roberta & Bill Uhler

KIDDUSH FUND IN HONOR OF: Marlene & Stacy Sachs upon their 50th wedding anniversary. Mazel tov! Janet & Myron Reicher SOCIAL ACTION FUND IN MEMORY OF: Bertram Eisner, beloved father of Fran & Scott Eisner and Family. Helene Fox Jack Weinger, beloved father of Wendy Weinger and Richard Ward and Family. Helene Fox

USY/KADIMA SCHOLARSHIP FUND IN HONOR OF: Congregation Beth Judea’s USY for receiving the USY Chapter Award. Marsha & Chuck Bernstein Kitty & Bruce Hoffman

TORAH RESTORATION FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Judith Hafley Bella Jacobs Ginsberg Family

PRAYER BOOK FUND

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Bernard Epton, we miss you dad. Pulver Family

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TRIBUTES GENERAL FUND IN HONOR OF: Brenda & Jay Levin upon the engagement of Brian Levin and Sarah Moore. Darlene Brin Marlene & Stacy Sachs upon their 50th wedding anniversary. Mazel tov! Andrew Bernstein Marsha & Chuck Bernstein Eunice & “Buzzie” Gelman Heidi & Jerry Sakol upon the birth of their grandson, Ryan Andrew Bolger. Ellen & Jeff Gluskin

MEN’S CLUB FUND

EDUCATION FUND

IN HONOR OF: Congregation Beth Judea’s Men’s Club. Andrea & Ed Hockfield

IN HONOR OF: Marlene & Stacy Sachs upon their 50th wedding anniversary. Mazel tov! Mosak and Ganden Families Alina & Neil Greenhill Ilene Templer

Merle & Evan Rumack upon the engagement of their son, Aaron Rumack. Ina & Sandy Ramras Heidi & Jerry Sakol upon the birth of their grandson, Ryan Andrew Bolger. Ina & Sandy Ramras UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Marvin Rose, beloved father. Andrea & Ed Hockfield

IN MEMORY OF: Dorothy Brown, beloved mother of Susan & Fred Rabinowitz and Family. Ellen & Jeff Gluskin UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Erwin Karlin Nanci & Marty Karlin Joseph Kronowitz Lena Kronowitz, our beloved parents. Susan & Norman Kronowitz Sally Mangurten Michael, Susan, Lauren & Steven Mangurten Walter Rice, beloved father. Susan & Norman Kronowitz

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IN MEMORY OF: Dorothy Brown, beloved mother of Sue & Fred Rabinowitz and Family. Marlene & Stacy Sachs Joseph Ernsteen, beloved father and father-in-law of Gary & Jayme Ernsteen. Bob & Trudy Balogh and Family Dana & Ken Goldstein Rachel & Neil Jordan Rose Price, beloved mother of Liz and Gary Schachter. Renee & Michael Klass

SISTERHOOD FUND IN HONOR OF: Karen & Phil Nagel upon the birth of their granddaughter, Scarlet Mia Sobin. Sandy & Andy Levitt Merle & Evan Rumack upon the engagement of their son, Aaron Rumack. Ina & Sandy Ramras Heidi & Jerry Sakol upon the birth of their grandson, Ryan Andrew Bolger. Ina & Sandy Ramras

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Brenda Chait, beloved sister and aunt. Marlene & Stacy Sachs LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Dana Goldstein, Lisa Neiman, Debbie & Arnie Bender, Natalie & Brian Gurin and Cantor Weisberg for your warmth and kindness to our family after the passing of my father, Irving Adelstein. David, Debbie and Hayley Posner UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sidney Stark, our beloved uncle and great-uncle. Albert & Linda Stark and Family

TRIBUTES JERRY BERENSON MEMORIAL FUND

JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND

BEN SAYPOL MEMORIAL FUND

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jerome Berenson. May his memory always be a blessing. The Berenson Family

IN MEMORY OF: Audrey Cohen Chuck Walcer & Helen Gebler

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Nathan Ander, in loving memory of our beloved father and papa. Carol & Craig Levin and Family

Judy Walcer, in loving memory of a dear friend who happened to be related. Beth Abrams & Mike Tomasik JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sam Rizman, beloved father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather. Susan Rizman and Family

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Judy Walcer, beloved friend. Louise & Lou Barnett Rhonda & Larry Wollheim

Florence Kanter Kathy & Herb Kanter Clara Kersky, our beloved grandmother and mother. Stuart, Cheryl, Ariel & Jonathan Kersky Florence Robinson Mari & Arthur Cohen Louis Schnabel, my beloved grandfather. Stuart Kersky

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CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA 5304 RFD Long Grove, IL 60047 (847) 634-0777 E-Mail: info@bethjudea.org Website: http://www.BethJudea.org Rabbi David Klatzker Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz Cantor Roger J. Weisberg President Sidney Mathias Executive Director Lisa Neiman Educational Director Anna Besser Youth Director Marc Sender Editor Evan Rumack

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

Candle Lighting Times

Conducted by Rabbi David Klatzker and Cantor Roger J. Weisberg

Candle Lighting time is calculated for 18 minutes before sunset and is adjusted for Daylight Savings Time.

Shabbat Evening Services ..........................................7:30.p.m. Shabbat Morning Services ......................................... 9:30 a.m. Gan Shabbat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Shabbat Mornings ..............................10:30 a.m. Junior Congregation ...................................................10:30 a.m. Alternative Shabbat Service (Interpretive Minyan).. 10:30 a.m.

December 1 ......................................................4:02 pm

Weekday Morning Minyan: Sunday .................................................................. 9:00 a.m. Monday ................................................................ 6:15 a.m. Tuesday through Friday ........................................ 7:30 a.m.

December 29 ....................................................4:10 pm

December 8 .................................................... .4:01 pm December 15 .................................................... 4:03 pm December 22 ....................................................4:06 pm

Weekday Evening Minyan: Monday through Thursday .................................... 7:30 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.