ט״ו בשבט
ט״ו בשבט
Orange עֵ ץ תַּ פּוּז
Tu B’Shevat: Birthday of Trees
5304 RFD, Hilltop Rd. & Route 83, Long Grove, IL 60047 Phone: 847-634-0777 www.bethjudea.org
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Rabbi's Reflections Including Everyone During the High Holidays I challenged our members to establish their Jewish legacies. Some have responded by supporting our Me’ah campaign, which is ongoing. Others have devoted time to helping others through volunteering. There is another venue for establishing our Jewish legacy that we can all have a hand in shaping, by broadening the accessibility of all aspects of synagogue life. This is an effort that is taking place throughout the Jewish community under the rubric of Inclusion. We are already sponsors of the HUGS program, the consortium of Conservative synagogues in our area that provides special needs programming, but there is more to be done. Earlier in the year I attended an Inclusion seminar, along with a number of Beth Judea members. We learned about the kinds of barriers that many Jews face to participation in communal life due to physical limitations or other disabilities. When we were asked how many of us had a relative who was challenged by a disability that prevented full Jewish engagement, practically every hand went up. Whether the challenge is physical, intellectual or emotional, those who struggle with them deserve a place in synagogue life.
At this time of year we begin to read about the life of Moses and his leadership of the Israelites. We recall all that he achieved, as well as his status as the one person who came closest to meeting God ‘face to face,’ and we are astounded all the more when we remember that Moses had a disability of speech. He describes himself as ‘slow of speech and of tongue.’ The Torah is teaching us that disability should not be an impediment to full dignity, inclusion and achievement. If we are to truly be a home for all Jews, we have to reimagine how accessible our services and programming are from every perspective: physical access to the building and its rooms, including the Robbins sanctuary bimah; hearing and seeing access for those who face disabilities in those areas; child-friendly aspects to all our events. I will be working with our Board and committees to begin a self-assessment of our Inclusion policies, and I invite your participation by communicating with me or our Inclusion leaders, Renee Klass and Seth Goldberg, about areas where we can do better. In this new year of 2016, let’s make it possible for all Jews to find a home, and to feel at home, at Beth Judea. Rabbi Jeff Pivo
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE HUGS PROGRAM AND FOR UPCOMING EVENTS SEE PAGE 12.
February 4 – Dinner & Conversation with the Rabbi Click For Details Topic: Responses to Intermarriage: Our non-Jewish Mishpachah The Word – January 2016
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CBJ ONLINE
CBJ ONLINE Congregation Beth Judea purchased a software update to our Membership Management software program. This is an interactive software package which permits our Members to log in to the site and accomplish many tasks. A member can: Look up directory information on any fellow Congregant Update their own profile Register for events Make a Donation online Fill out membership forms View Yahrzeit information By getting full utilization of the software package, Beth Judea will be able to save several thousands of dollars and have accurate information. Several months ago every member received a user id and password. If you have misplaced your user id or password please contact Lisa at 847-634-0777. Thanks Arnie Goldberg President arnieccc@gmail.com
Lisa Neiman Executive Director lneiman@bethjudea.org
In This Issue Rabbi’s Reflections CBJ Online Calendar President’s Message CBJ Mission Statement Planned Giving Israel Committee Events Day of Fellowship B’nai Mitzvah Bios World Wide Wrap Purim Masquerade 2016 HUGS (Inclusion Program) Focus on Families
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Religious Education Adult Education Sisterhood Men’s Club MC Man/Youth of the Yr Beth Judea In The News MT Nesters BJE Early Childhood Ctr. Healing Hearts Goodman’s Blog Did You Know... Birthdays & Anniversaries Yahrzeits Tributes
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CALENDAR Special Events Jan. 5, 12 Jan. 10 Jan. 31 Feb. 1 Feb. 4 Feb. 5 Feb. 21
Healing Hearts (makeup class Jan. 19) Day of Fellowship Ramah – Summer in January Purim Masquerade Ad Deadline Dinner & Conversation with the Rabbi Ta’am Yisrael Send-Off Purim Masquerade RSVP Deadline
HUGS Inclusion Programs Jan. 8 Jan. 23
Simchat Shabbat (at BT) Shabbat Inclusion Svc. (BHCBE)
Israel Committee Jan. 8
Religious School Jan. 5 Jan. 11 Jan. 16 Jan. 16 Jan. 17 Jan. 18
Magical Havdalah Gan Shalom
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES FOR YOUTH View our calendar online at http://tinyurl.com/BJUSYCalendar
Men’s Club
Sisterhood Jan. 6 Jan. 12 Feb. 6
Sisterhood Book Club Sisterhood Meeting – Volunteer Project Nosh-A-Nite
Adult Ed Jan. 5 Jan. 7 Jan. 7 Jan. 7 Jan. 19 Jan. 25 Jan. 27 Feb. 22
Opening the Siddur Text & Context: Pirkei Avot Hebrew Ulpan Hebrew 102: Let’s Continue God Talk Learning Megillah Trope AJEC Program at Temple Chai Lunch & Learn at Sunset Weekly Classes Visit Our Adult Education Page
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Religious School Resumes Beyachad Resumes (Temple Chai) Gimel Shabbat & Luncheon Dalet Shabbat K-1st Grade Family Program No Beyachad (MLK Jr. Day)
Youth
Focus on Families Jan. 23 Jan. 24
Birthright Speaker
Jan. 9 Jan. 25 Feb. 7
Lieberman Center Beer Market Outing World Wide Wrap 2016 Man/Youth of the Year
Meetings Please check website http://www.bethjudea.org BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers January 1, 2016 – 7:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of January will be recognized at our service on January 1st.. Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm. Children of every age are welcome!
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President’s Message
ARNIE GOLDBERG CBJ PRESIDENT
Fiddler on the Roof has always been one of my favorite Broadway musicals. It is about life in a Russian shetetl; somewhat, as I image, the shetetl in which my great grandparents lived before immigrating to the United States. The story revolves around Tevya, the father, his wife Golde, their children, and their community. Clearly things were changing in the shetetl. The opening musical number “Tradition” dictates how to eat, how to pray, and whom to marry. Golde is set in her traditions, but Tevya realizes that change is inevitable and if they did not change and adapt, they would be unable to survive.
Tradition in our Jewish community, here at CBJ, is almost as ingrained as it was in the Jewish shetetl. Many of the practices we follow are traditions that have evolved not only here at Beth Judea, but have been passed down from individual traditions from prior generations. As President of your Congregation, I want to be as transparent as possible. Circumstances in our Jewish community have drastically changed. Fewer families are affiliating with a Conservative Congregation and membership at Beth Judea is not only decreasing, but we are attracting a smaller number of young families. This problem is presently being addressed on many levels. First, we have started a new program “Focus on Young Families” under the leadership of our new employee, Brad Egel, and our Membership Vice President Michael Gluck. Our goal is to have both religious and social programs geared to young families. These programs are open to the community and showcase the value of being part of the CBJ community. The first two programs have been huge successes and were very well attended. Secondly, I have appointed a committee to look at several new dues structures. I hope we will be able to introduce a dues structure that enables us to attract young families and new members without placing a burden on our existing Congregants. Thirdly, we must look at our expenses and reduce operating costs where ever possible. We need to think outside the box for new ideas of how we can get things done more efficiently and at a lower cost. Our Professional staff, Executive committee, Finance committee, Financial Sustainability committee and our entire Board of Directors are working on new ideas and concepts to insure the future of CBJ. We would appreciate your input and ideas to implement change without sacrificing our Traditions. Please do not mistake my intentions; As Tevya said without our Traditions our lives would be like a Fiddler on the Roof, but even he foresaw the necessity for change. I want to wish each of you a very Happy and Healthy New Year and only good things for 2016. Arnie Goldberg President Congregation Beth Judea
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 - January 2016
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Planned Giving A smart planned giving program is essential to the long-term success of every non-profit organization. The excerpt below is taken from nationally recognized expert, Michael Rosen’s book “Donor-Centered Planned Gift Marketing�. Below is the excerpt from his book: ARNIE BENDER CBJ VP of PLANNED GIVING
Five Common Myths About Planned Giving
By Michael J. Rosen, CFRE
(April 19, 2011) A number of myths surround the professional practice of philanthropic planning. These myths can lead organizations to take no action or to take the wrong action where planned giving is concerned. Here are five common myths rebutted. Myth 1: Planned giving is very difficult. The best kept secret about planned giving is that it is just not that difficult. Admittedly, for a wide variety of reasons, there are plenty of people who like to think that planned giving is daunting. From time to time, planned giving can even pose a real challenge that can lead people to believe it is always very complicated. However, for the most part, planned giving is simple. If one knows how to generate current gifts, she is well on her way to being able to secure planned gifts. After all, planned giving is just like every other type of fundraising: one has to identify prospects, cultivate them, and ask for the gift. Most large nonprofit organizations may employ an entire, well-staffed gift planning department to handle all types of planned gifts, while most smaller organizations simply add planned giving to the director of development or major gift officer portfolio of responsibilities. Too many small, and even mid-sized organizations, simply ignore planned giving altogether. However, with the vast majority of planned gifts falling into one of three simple categories -- bequests, CGAs, and gifts of stock -- there is no reason why all organizations cannot be engaged in some form of planned giving program. While some organizations may never move beyond simply promoting bequest giving and other organizations may grow their program over time to include more sophisticated giving options, virtually all organizations can do something to encourage some type of planned giving. Myth 2: One needs to be a planned giving expert to be involved in gift planning. One does not need to be an expert. However, one does need to be knowledgeable. Fortunately, of all planned gifts, the vast majority are simple bequests. Charitable gift annuities and stock gifts are also popular forms of planned giving. The more complex forms of planned giving (i.e., charitable lead trusts, charitable remainder annuity trusts, real estate gifts, etc.) make up only a small fraction of all planned gifts. For the more complex transactions, one simply needs to be aware of them and know who to call for assistance when the need arises. The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (formerly the National Committee on Planned Giving) has found that since 2000, there are fewer planned giving specialists employed by nonprofit organizations and more development professionals now doing gift planning along with their other responsibilities. Increasingly, organizations are taking a more holistic approach to fundraising and development professionals are expected to know just enough to know when to suggest an appropriate planned gift instead of a current gift option. For technical advice, donors are more often seeking input from professional advisers other than development professionals. The Partnership has found that even with the simple bequest, 4 percent of such donors reported hearing of this option from a legal or financial adviser in 1992 compared with 28 percent in 2000. Among CRT donors, 70 percent learned of this giving option from a legal or financial adviser. (continued next page)
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Planned Giving Five Common Myths About Planned Giving (continued) So, a development professional does not need to be the technical expert for the donor. However, development professionals must be knowledgeable enough to earn a seat at the table with the donor and their trusted advisors in order to assist the donor in fulfilling his philanthropic aspirations while taking care of other needs. Myth 3: All planned gifts are deferred gifts. Many organizations are reluctant to commit the necessary resources to planned giving because they incorrectly believe that all planned gifts are deferred gifts that will take decades to be realized. While it is certainly true that bequest expectancies represent deferred gifts, they are not necessarily deferred for decades. Depending on the size and age of the pool of bequest expectancies, some gifts will be realized within three to five years of commitment based on basic actuarial forecasts, and sometimes sooner. Other types of planned gifts such as CGAs represent an immediately bookable asset for nonprofit organizations. Gifts of Stock also represent an immediately bookable contribution. So, organizations that commit resources to planned gift marketing can see a return on investment in a very reasonable timeframe. Myth 4: Good marketing focuses on organizational needs. While it is essential for an organization to have a compelling case for support, a great marketing effort will focus on the donor. Understanding what motivates a donor and knowing what a donor's interests are, then matching the organization's needs to the donor's motivations and interests is part of the core of donor-centered marketing. There are plenty of good causes out there. Show a donor how an organization can help realize his philanthropic aspirations while ensuring that the needs of loved ones are met, and one will be more likely to secure the gift. By focusing exclusively on the organization's needs, one will be less likely to secure a gift. By treating a donor file as a homogenous group, one will be less likely to secure a gift. "Donor-centered marketing," and not just "marketing," will help build stronger relationships and secure more gifts. Myth 5: Planned gift marketing should be passive. Except when working with major donors, many organizations believe that planned gift marketing should be relatively passive. In other words, planned gift donors should self-identify their interest before they are asked for a gift. Organizations that would never think twice of picking up the telephone and soliciting annual fund gifts would never use the telephone to solicit CGAs. After all, if someone is interested in a CGA, she would respond to the advertisement in the newsletter. The reality is that those organizations that are proactive in their marketing are enjoying greater success than would otherwise be possible. Planned giving is fundraising. The same fundamental principles apply. Michael J. Rosen, CFRE, is president of ML Innovations, Inc., in Philadelphia. This article is an excerpt of his book, Donor-Centered Planned Gift Marketing, part of the AFP Nonprofit Essentials Series and recipient of this year's top research award from AFP, the Skystone Partners Prize for Research on Fundraising and Philanthropy.
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ISRAEL COMMITTEE Tu B’Shvat / טו בשבט The Israel Committee Invites You To Join Us On January 8, 2016 as we welcome our Shabbat Speaker:
SUSAN MILLNER Midwest Regional Director for Birthright Israel Foundation
For a conversation about: THE TRANSFORMATIVE BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL EXPERIENCE
Tu B’Shevat begins at sundown on Sunday, January 24, 2016
and ends in the evening of Monday, January 25, 2016 Tu B'Shvat (Hebrew: )ט״ו בשבטis a minor Jewish holiday, occurring on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat. It is also called "The New Year of the Trees" or (Hebrew: ,ראש השנה לאילנות Rosh HaShanah La'Ilanot).
OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY Want to know more about Birthright Israel? Go to their website: http://www.birthrightisrael.com/ Click Here to Watch a Video: https://vimeo.com/146405839
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2015 Ta’am Yisrael Participants
Join us in wishing our students a NISIAH TOVA (safe travels) to Israel as part of the Ta’am Yisrael program during Erev Shabbat Services on February 5, 2016 7:30 pm
Tu BiShvat is one of four "New Years" mentioned in the Mishnah. It is traditional to plant trees in Israel at this time of the year.
AIPAC POLICY CONFERENCE March 20– 22, 2016
Join fellow members of Beth Judea in our Nation’s Capitol for three of the most important days affecting Israel’s future. For more information about Beth Judea’s delegation, or to register for the AIPAC POLICY CONFERENCE contact a member of our Israel Committee or AIPAC’s Chicago Area Director, Eili Wald at 312-253-8994 or ewald@aipac.org
Rabbi Pivo will share special words with our students as they prepare for their journey to Eretz Israel. The Word - January 2016
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Day of Fellowship – January 10th
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B’nai Mitzvah Bio Jared Simon Elkins, son of Ivy and Ben Elkins, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Sharing in the simcha will be his 15-year-old brother Adam, his maternal grandmother Joan Horowitz, his paternal grandmother Sandra Elkins, and many family members and friends. Jared would like to dedicate his bar mitzvah to the memory of his maternal grandfather, Irwin Horowitz, who recently passed away. Jared is in seventh grade at Aptakisic Junior High where he participates in the soccer team and plays the trumpet in the school band. In his free time, Jared enjoys more soccer, video games, reading, and spending time with friends. He has attended B'nai B'rith Beber Camp in Mukwonago, Wisconsin for the past three summers and considers it his home away from home. For his mitzvah project, Jared spent a week helping at various locations serving the needy in the Chicago area through a JUF teen program called Camp TOV. He has a special interest in feeding the hungry and has volunteered at numerous food banks and pantries including the Greater Chicago Food Depository, the Northern Illinois Food Bank, Feed My Starving Children, the ARK, and the Chicago Chesed Fund Food Pantry. Jared would like to thank Andrea Dickson for tutoring him in preparation for this special day. He would also like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Cantor Weisberg, Anna Besser, and all the wonderful Hebrew school teachers he has had over the past years.
Jeremy Lou Schwartz will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, January 30, 2016. Jeremy is a 7th grader at Hawthorn Middle School South in Vernon Hills. He enjoys spending time with his family and playing video games with his friends. He is currently playing on the park district basketball team and has been doing so for the past four years. For his mitzvah project, Jeremy has chosen to raise money and make candles for The Cancer Wellness Center in Northbook. In September, Jeremy and his cousin Tori Kazan held a combined event at the Wellness Center so their friends and family could see this wonderful institution for themselves. Jeremy will continue collecting donations and creating candles throughout his Mitzvah weekend. Jeremy will be sharing his special day with his family and friends from near and far. We are blessed to be joined with guests from right around the corner to as far away as Coral Springs, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada. Near or far, we appreciate everyone’s good wishes and support. The Schwartz family would like to thank all those who have helped Jeremy on his journey to become a Bar Mitzvah. This day would not be possible without the wonderful teaching from all of the Hebrew School teachers at Beth Judea. A special thank you to Anna Besser, Rabbi Pivo, Hazan Weisberg, and Andrea Dickson for preparing him for his special day.
Purim Masquerade 2016
On March 12, 2016, Congregation Beth Judea will be hosting its annual fundraiser - Purim Masquerade! If you missed the event last year, you will certainly not want to miss it again! It promises to be one of the best nights out you will have. This year's event will honor our Purim King and Queen Arnie and Debbie Bender for the dedication and ruach (spirit) they bring to the Beth Judea Community. Being that this event is a fundraiser and the money raised will be used to help Beth Judea, we are reaching out to each and every family in the congregation for help and support.
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World Wide Wrap World Wide Wrap XV Sunday, February 7, 2016 “We're in it for the Tie!” Get Ready to Wrap and Roll!! Celebrate the Mitzvah of Tefillin with us. There’ll be extra sets and personal trainers to help you through the process. Then, afterwards, join us for a fabulous Bagel Breakfast (and more) to discuss “Wrapping Yourself Up with God” led by Orin Rotman & Norm Kurtz.. Contact: Orin Rotman, World Wide Wrap Chairman orotman@steinrotman.com
It is a time for our community to join together and celebrate Beth Judea and honor this year's Purim King and Queen
Saturday Evening March 12, 2016 at Beth Judea - 8:00 - 11:30 pm Special Donor & Sponsor Reception at 7:30 pm Donor: $150/person | Sponsor: $250/person
Buy Tickets for Yourself Bring Your Friends Tickets: $80 per person Tickets include: Great Food, Live Band, Open Bar, and Entertainment There are so many ways to show your support for Beth Judea:
Orin Rotman Tefillin Wrap Rap Video 8:30 am – 10:00 am 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Wrap and Daven Brunch
1. Attend the Purim Masquerade on Saturday Evening March 12, 2016. 2. Become an Event Sponsor: We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities. Please consider one of the many options as you determine your gift. 3. Purchase an ad for our Event Program: In Honor of Arnie & Debbie Bender Highlight your business to all of our expected Purim Masquerade attendees Send a personalized greeting to one of our congregants, clergy, or staff. 4. Donate Auction Items: Ask anyone and everyone for a gift Sports Tickets * Gift Certificates * Airline Tickets * Hotel/Condo Vacations * Birthday Parties * Theater Tickets * Other Products & Services Click here to visit the website or go to: www.BethJudea.org/PM2016/ Get Flyer
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HUGS* - Religious Programs for Famillies With Special Needs
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Congregation Beth Judea is now part of the HUGS* partnership between several North Shore Conservative Synagogues.
HUGS* is an innovative program to provide religious programming for families with special needs. All programs are free of charge. Sponsorship of future programs would be welcome. Our Beth Judea representatives to the HUGS initiative are
*BHCBE offers a Shabbat service tailored to individuals with special needs and their families; which includes song, spiritual enjoyment and refreshments. (Service Time: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm) **CBS & BT offer a musical celebration of Shabbat with instrumental accompaniment, creating a beautiful and inspiring Kabbalat Shabbat service for all. (CBS Services are at 6:45 pm and BT Services are at 6:30 pm)
Rene Klass & Seth Goldberg The Torah teaches that humanity was created in the divine image. Jewish tradition teaches that we are therefore obligated to treat every person with the love and dignity due them.
Congregation Beth Judea | 5304 RFD | Long Grove, IL 847-634-0777 |http:// www.bethjudea.org
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Participating Congregations: Congregation
Contact
AS
Am Shalom
Rabbi Pam Mandel
BJBE
B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim
Sandy Robbins
BT
B’nai Tikvah
Rabbi Nate Crane
BHCBE
Beth Hillel Congregation/ B’nai Emunah
Anita Miller
BJ
Beth Judea
Lisa Neiman
CBS
Congregation Beth Shalom
Eleanor Castellano
MC
Moriah Congregation
Lori Kramer
NSSBE
North Suburban Synagogue Beth El
Ali Drumm
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FOCUS ON FAMILY EVENTS
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Magical Havdalah
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Gan Shalom
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Jan. 31
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Summer in January
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Tot Shabbat
Feb. 28
FOF Mitzvah Program
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Religious Education Growing Traditions: Celebrating Tu B’Shevat As we put away our Hanukkah decorations and clean out the wax from our menorahs, we turn our attention to the trees. On January 25, 2016, the 15th of Shevat, we will celebrate the holiday of Tu B'Shevat; the Jewish celebration of trees, enjoying the natural world and protecting our environment. Even though the trees here in Chicago are bare, snow is on the ground and Spring seems far away, Tu B'Shevat is a reminder for each of us to take a moment and give thanks for all the gifts we receive from trees and our environment. ANNA BESSER EDUCATION DIRECTOR
Let’s look at four amazing trees to see what insights we can learn. http://www.aish.com/h/15sh/i/Four-Amazing-Trees.html?s=mpw)
1. The Giant Sequoia. The Giant Sequoia is a redwood tree that is more than 2,000 years old. It is 275 feet tall and measures more than a 100 feet around its base. When we look at this tree's majestic height, we can access our own innate desire for spiritual greatness. This tree teaches us to reach higher than we did yesterday. 2. The Quaking Aspen: Pando. This tree is also called the Trembling Giant, and it is a huge colony of a single, quaking aspen tree spread out over more than 100 acres in Utah. Every tree in the area emerges from a single organism, and they all share a giant underground root system. Like the Quaking Aspen, mankind stems from One Source and root system. We can learn to see each other through this lens of unity; we are all from a single, divine spark and deep beneath the surface of humanity, we depend on a collective root system to survive. 3. The Pirangi Cashew Tree. This tree, near Natal, Brazil, is over 150 years old and covers almost two acres of land. When this tree's branches touch the ground, it automatically puts down roots and keeps growing, unlike any other cashew tree. From this tree we learn that there are hundreds of ways to grow, and that we have the potential to reach outwards, laying down roots wherever we go. 4. The Tree of Life. The Tree of Life in the Bahrain desert is located hundreds of miles from any other tree and survives its harsh environment by spreading its roots down hundreds of feet to aquifers. It is believed to be one of the loneliest trees in the world. From this tree we learn that we can survive difficult conditions and loneliness as long as we are connected to the life giving waters of the Torah that we can access even in the barest of deserts.
These four amazing trees show us how to grow physically and spiritually. Our muscles need to be pushed to their limit to really grow. The same is true in developing our spiritual muscles. Our souls want to reach the heights of the Giant Sequoia, yearning to grow like the Pirangi Cashew Tree, but they need to be challenged and stretched. The Word - January 2016
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Religious Education SCHOOL CANCELLATION INFORMATION As we enter the winter season, it is important for you to know how we will inform you in regard to school closings. We are part of the Emergency Closing Center, so when we do close school, information will be available on www.emergencyclosings.com; Congregation Beth Judea will be part of the list. If no school is listed, you can search for Congregation Beth Judea. EMAIL: An email will be sent out to all families as soon as the decision is made. TV: Channel 2 (CBS), Channel 5 (NBC), Channel 7 (ABC), Channel 9 (WGN), Fox News Chicago and CLTV (Chicagoland's Television)
RADIO: WGN Radio - News/Talk 720 and WBBM News radio 780 PHONE: You can call 847-238-1234 and get information about the closings as well. (Please make sure to enter the synagogue's main phone number, 847-634-0777, to get Beth Judea's information) PUBLIC SCHOOLS: On weekdays, if public schools (Dist. #102 & 96) are closed, there will be no Religious school classes in the afternoon.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES: Religious School Report cards will be sent out in mid-January. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be done as phone conferences from Sunday, January 17th through Sunday, January 31st.
CALENDAR UPDATES/ SCHOOL DATES TO REMEMBER:
January
Conferences are for KINDERGARTEN through DALET students only.
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No Gimel Shabbat / No Religious School
Saturday, Jan. 2 – Sunday, Jan. 3
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6:15 – 8:00pm (Heh)
Beyachad Classes Resume
6:30 – 8:30pm
(Temple Chai location)
Gimel Shabbat & Luncheon Dalet Shabbat
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4:15 – 6:15 pm
Religious School Classes Resume
(Aleph – Dalet)
Luncheon from 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Dalet leading Main Sanctuary service
9:30 am
K-1st Grade Family Program
Parents join in at 10:30 am
No Beyachad Classes (MLK Jr. Day)
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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 January & February 2016
Opening the Siddur (Hebrew Literacy II) CO-SPONSORED by MEN’S CLUB Taught by Norm Kurtz & Eric Yegelwel Tuesday evenings; 8:00 – 9:00 pm Dates: Jan. 5 – Feb. 9, 2016
Explore the texts, tunes and tangles of the prayer book. We will wade our way through Siddur Sim Shalom going into ever-deepening prayer, learning the vocabulary, choreography, history, mysticism, history and techniques of prayer. All levels of experience are welcome.
Text and Context: Pirkei Avot Taught by Rabbi Pivo
What are the ethics that shaped ancient Judaism, and how do they stand up today? In this class we will study the Hebrew text of Pirkei Avot, dating back to the early rabbinic period, and explore the limits of applying ancient traditions to modern Jewish life.
Thursday lunchtime; 12:00 – 1:00 pm Begins Jan. 7, 2016 Thursday evenings; 8:00—9:00 pm (will not meet on monthly Board Meeting nights) Resumes Jan. 7, 2016
Chanting Megillat Esther: Learning Megillah Trope Taught by Hazzan Weisberg
interested in reading the Megillah this Purim? There is a unique musical system used to chant Megillat Esther. Spend several weeks learning the Megillah trope symbols with Hazzan Weisberg. A basic reading knowledge of Hebrew is required, but you do not need to know how to chant Torah or read music. Those who participate in the class will have the option to chant from the Megillah during our Purim Megillah reading on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. Monday evenings 6:30 – 7:25 pm Jan. 25 – March 14, 2016,
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God Talk: Developing a Personal Theology Taught by Rabbi Pivo
Join us as we delve into a variety of Jewish perspectives on God, revelation and the intersection of spirituality, law and actions. Using Rabbi Neil Gillman’s book Sacred Fragments, this course will provide students with the tools to construct or deepen a modern Jewish theology. Tuesday evenings; 8:00—9:00 pm Jan.19 – March 8, 2016
HEBREW CLASSES: Conversational Hebrew Ulpan for Beginners Taught by Lee Goldberg
Mah Yaish? Want to be able to speak b'ivrit with family and friends in Israel? Understand the words to your favorite Hebrew song? Here is your chance! We'll learn the basics of 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 the aleph-bet is required. Cost: Members - $15; Non Members - $25 Thursday evenings; 6:30 – 7:30 pm Jan. 7 – March 17, 2016
Hebrew 102: Let’s Continue Taught by Lee Goldberg
In this course, students will develop greater reading fluency and understanding of Hebrew word and sentence structures. They will also learn to recognize and translate key vocabulary in blessings and prayers. The course is open to all, including our Adult B’nei Mitzvah students. COST: Members – FREE; Non-Members - $36 for series Thursday evenings; 8:00 – 9:00 pm Jan. 7 – March 17, 2016
Lunch & Learn: Hot Topics Taught by Rabbi Pivo Bring lunch and an appetite for discussion as we examine current events in the Jewish world. Participants are encouraged to share news articles about Jews, Israel, religion or any topic of interest that we can view through a Jewish lens. Monday, 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm Dates: Feb. 22 – March 21, 2016 LOCATION: Sunset Foods 2nd Floor Conference Room (corner of Rt. 83 & Aptakisic) Bring Your Own Lunch
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WEEKLY CLASSES: These classes are ongoing. Please join at any time. Hebrew is not required for any of these classes, unless specifically noted. To register for classes or to find out more information, please contact Anna Besser
Let’s Talk 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
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)
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 Nevi'im (Prophets) texts, then on to Ketuvim (Writings), then back to Torah again. Wednesday evenings at 8 pm
WEEKLY SHABBAT CLASS: Weekly Parsha Study Shabbat Morning at 9:00 am Weekly study to discuss the parsha of the week. participants.
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ADULT EDUCATION MELTON
AJEC 2016 Winter Program
Taught by BJE Melton Staff Classes of the Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning are designed to offer adults a well-rounded, in-depth study of Judaism in a user-friendly environment. For more information about the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning, call Rolly Cohen at 847-291-7788, ext. 1304 or at rolly@bjechicago.org. Jews in America: Insiders & Outsiders Tuesday evenings; 7:00 – 8:30 pm Starting Dec. 1, 2105 (10 sessions) Congregation Beth Am Mysticism & Kabbalah: Secret Knowledge in Judaism Wednesday evenings; 7:00 – 8:30 pm Starts March 2016 (10 sessions) Congregation Beth Judea
Wednesday, January 27, 2016 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Dealing with Difficult People (Including Yourself!) Program held at Temple Chai To pre-register click here for the form Questions: Contact Sue Hershinow (847) 363-0000 Cost: $15/session (cash or check) Walk-ins welcome click here for flyer
Interpretive Minyan Service Leader: Norm Kurtz You are invited to join the Interpretive Minyan every Shabbat morning from 10:30 am until 11:45 am. Our growing minyan is focused on building community by enjoying a passionate, meaningful, and dynamic Shabbat morning experience. Our minyan is friendly and welcoming to all. Join us for prayer/discussion/learning and stay for Kiddush/lunch after services. We meet on the lower level from 10:30 until 11:45. We look forward to welcoming you to our community.
EVERY SHABBAT MORNING
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CBJ GENERATIONAL ISRAEL TRIP DECEMBER 16, 2016 Congregation Beth Judea and the Israel Committee are considering planning a multi-generational trip to Israel in December 2016. If you are at all interested in a trip of this nature, please contact Arnie Goldberg at arnieccc@gmail.com.
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SISTERHOOD SISTERHOOD VOLUNTEERING AND COMMUNITY SERVICE There is no greater mandate than to leave this world better than we found it.
Sisterhood has collected school supplies for Keshet.
The obligation to perform GEMILUT HASADIM (acts of loving kindness) and TIKKUN OLAM (repairing the world) are pervasive precepts in our Sisterhood work.
Sisterhood has collected and donated gift cards to THE ARK.
In conjunction with other agencies, Sisterhood has provided a multitude of opportunities for helping others: Sisterhood participates in a monthly PADS program helping to feed the homeless.
Sisterhood has collected and donated childrens books to underprivileged school districts. Sisterhood had made and donated fleece blankets for chidren and adults and donated them to shelters.
We would like another volunteer project for this year. We are ready to move forward with our commitment to helping others. Please bring your ideas to our next Sisterhood meeting: Tuesday, January 12, 2016 7:00 pm at Beth Judea. Come join us, won’t you?
Love always, Sherry Krawitz and Kitty Hoffman Sisterhood Co-Presidents
Sisterhood has collected children’s mittens, gloves and scarves and donated them to the needy.
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SISTERHOOD All Are Invited Come Join Us for the Sisterhood Progressive Nosh A Night! February 6, 2016
Where every woman’s voice is heard
Here’s how it works: People volunteer to host a course: hot appetizers, cold appetizers or dessert, all served buffet style.
SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB Come Join Us As We Discuss
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Not everyone will be hosting.
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You will go to an assigned home for each of the appetizer courses and then we will all gather together at the home of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn for dessert.
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This event is open to the entire congregation: singles, couples, men, women
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SINGLE JEWISH MALE SEEKING SOUL MATE by
Each host will contact his/her guests to coordinate what each person brings and when to drop off the food (before or after Shabbat of course).
•Cost: $5.00 per person for Sisterhood members and guest(s)
Letty Cottin Pogrebin
Book discussion will be on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 7:30 pm at Brenda Levin’s
Come and enjoy the evening!! •Hot appetizer course: 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm •Cold appetizer course: 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm •Dessert: 9:30 pm – 11:00 pm
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Questions? Email Laura Zoller at lkz0410@gmail.com RSVP by January 27
Please RSVP to brendaclevin@yahoo.com This event is open to Sisterhood and CBJ Members
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SISTERHOOD GIFTSHOP STOP IN AND SEE OUR NEW AND UNIQUE ITEMS We Have Great Gifts for Any Occassion Congregation Beth Judea Gift Shop (Where shopping is a mitzvah) The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea's Judaica Shop carries a wide variety of Judaica and gift items such as tallitot, kippot, Seder plates, Hanukkah menorahs, candlesticks, kiddush cups, tzedakah boxes, mezzuzah cases, books, toys, games, teacher gifts, and nonreligious gift items. The shop carries Gary Rosenthal, Nambe, and a large number of items imported directly from Israel. The shop also carries special seasonal items and gift baskets. In addition, you can special order just about anything you may want. Stop by when the shop is open: Sundays from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Tuesdays when Religious School is in session and by appointment. Karen Nagel is the Gift Shop Manager. The Gift Shop has lots of new merchandise, including great High Holiday and other holiday gift items, as well as Bat/Bat Mitzvah and wedding gift items. Check out Sisterhood’s own L'CHAIM TOO! Cookbook, filled with special recipes for all your holiday needs or as a great gift for any occasion.
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, consignment items. Nambe Discount Limited to 10% / No Discount on Michael Aram One coupon per family. No other discounts or promotions apply -Expires January 31, 2016
MC, VISA. and Discover accepted
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Men’s Club The New Year marks the beginning of a new season of exciting Men’s Club programs and events. Last month we announced that our 2016 Men’s Club Man of the Year is Orin Rotman. This month we are happy to announce that Celia Pivo has been chosen as our 2016 Men’s Club Youth of the Year. Celia is an active participant in Beth Judea’s USY chapter. She now serves as the CHUSY regional vice president of religion and education. She is a senior at Rochelle Zell Jewish High school where she is co-chair of the Prayer committee, President of the Shabbaton committee, Editor of the school’s literary journal and an Executive Board member of the Interfaith Youth Core. She also plays varsity volleyball. She has participated in USY summer travel programs and has even found time to work as a ride operator at Six Flags Great America.
The Beth Judea’s Men’s Club is having an informal get together at the Beer Market in Vernon Hills, IL on Monday, January 25 at 7:30 PM. Join your friends and make new ones while enjoying a relaxing evening of food and drink as we engage in informal conversation. We want to hear your ideas on upcoming events including plans for the 2016 Softball season as well as a Craft Beer and Burger Event. Men’s Club will provide the Pizza for this get together. Those attending the Beer Market get together member will be responsible for their own drinks.
A signature program of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Club is scheduled for Super Bowl Sunday, February 7, 2016. The World Wide Wrap focuses on a Jewish Ritual that spans the ages and generations. We bind up, engage and learn about the unique Jewish ritual of putting on tefillin. The program begins at 8:30 AM and is led by Norm Kurtz and Orin Rotman.
Mazel tov to her and her parents, Rabbi and Lisa Pivo. The Midwest Region Man of the Year/Youth of the Year Dinner will be held on Sunday, March 6 at Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah in Wilmette, IL from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM. You can show your support for each honoree by purchasing an advertisement in the ad book for the program. If you would like to attend the celebration dinner to honor Orin and Celia please make a reservation. You can make reservations and place an ad on the Midwest Region FJMC website at midwestregionfjmc.org. The deadline for purchasing an ad is February 21, 2016. The deadline for signing up for the dinner at the discounted price of $36 is February 15, 2016. Dinner reservations will be accepted up to February 26 but the price will increase to $45. Make your reservations early!
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Mazel tov to Craig Cohn who help lead Friday night services on December 11 when he graduated from the Hebrew Literacy One class. For over 25 years the Men’s Club has helped dozens of members of Congregation Beth Judea take the first steps in becoming comfortable with prayerbook hebrew. This course gives our graduates the opportunity to actively participate in our religious services which call for davening and active participation. Yasher Koach to Craig and to the dozens of previous graduates of this class. Men’s Club wishes you and your families a healthy and happy 2016! Eric Yegelwel
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Man of the Year/ Youth of the Year 2016 Dinner Congregation Beth Judea Men’s Club Honoring
Orin Rotman and Celia Pivo Sunday, March 6, 2016 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah 3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette, Illinois Join us as we recognize Orin Rotman as the Congregation Beth Judea Men’s Club, 2016 Man of the Year and Celia Pivo as Congregation Beth Judea Men’s Club 2016 Youth of the Year Dinner reservations and display ad placements saluting Orin Rotman and Celia Pivo will only be processed online.
For display ad and dinner registrations: http://www.midwestregionfjmc.org Questions/Concerns: Contact Ron Friedman at r.Friedman@sbcglobal.net No communications over Shabbat, please! DINNER RESERVATIONS Price is $36/person if purchased by Feb.15, 2016. After Feb. 15, purchase price is $45/person All ads are due by Monday, February 15, 2014 Get Flyer | Make Dinner Reservations | Place A Display Ad
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ORIN ROTMAN 2016 Beth Judea Men’s Club Man of the Year Orin Rotman is Congregation Beth Judea’s 2016 Man of the Year. Orin joined Congregation Beth Judea in 1986 even before he had closed on his house in Buffalo Grove! Orin has been an active member of Men’s Club from the beginning. He has been a CBJ Men’s Club Board member and officer for years. He either participates in or leads almost every Men’s Club activity including the World Wide Wrap , Men’s Club Shabbat, Scotch and Steak in the Sukkah and Tap the Torah. Orin can be found on most shabbat mornings as Gabbai Rishon. He has served multiple terms as Congregation Beth Judea’s Vice President of Membership, Programming, Education, Ritual, Youth and Social Action. It is remarkable that Orin had not been selected for this honor years ago. It is well deserved and long overdue.
CELIA PIVO 2016 Beth Judea Men’s Club Youth of the Year Celia Pivo is Congregation Beth Judea’s 2016 Youth of the Year. Celia Pivo is a senior at Rochelle Zell Jewish High School (formerly CJHS). She currently serves as CHUSY Region VP of Religion and Education. She previously served as Rel-Ed VP for BJUSY and served on the CHUSY Regional General Board. Celia is active in her school’s Interfaith Youth Core, which brings together Jewish, Muslim and Christian high school students; chairs the Va’ad Tefillah (prayer committee) and Shabbaton committees at RZJHS, and is editor in chief of The Prints, the school’s literary journal. She also plays varsity volleyball. Celia is very grateful to be honored with this award; her parents Rabbi Jeff and Lisa and brothers Max and Zachary are all proud of her many achievements.
Join us in honoring Orin and Celia by attending or purchasing an ad in the ad book at the Midwest Region FJMC 2016 Man of the Year/Youth of the Year Dinner which will be held on March 6, 2016.
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MEN’S CLUB The Beth Judea Men’s Club is having an informal get together at the Beer Market
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED HELP THE ELDERLY ATTEND SERVICES
Monday, January 25, 2016 7:00 pm
Once a month, the Beth Judea Men’s Club volunteers at the Lieberman Geriatric Center and helps the elderly get to and from services. We need volunteers for January 9.
1270 South Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
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MEN’S CLUB MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
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.
CBJ In The News – Press Conference Dear Congregants, On Thursday, December 10th, CBJ along with the Interfaith Council and other area religious organizations held a Press Conference to address the issue of Religious Discrimination. Below is the You Tube Video of the Television Footage from the Press Conference that aired on WGN (Channel 9) and CBS (Channel 2) and Press Photos. Click Here to Read Our Statement
Press Conference - Dec. 10, 2015
SUPPORT BETH JUDEA BY PURCHASING GIFT CARDS 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% convience fee will be added when paying with a credit card) Click Here to Download Form
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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. We are now in the middle of our winter break. We will resume meetings in March. For additional information contact Carol Schechter at 847-537-3566 or Sam Chiprin at 847-459-0316.
BJE Early Childhood Centers
Classes at the Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Center at Beth Judea are well under way. We kicked off the school year with a Family Rosh Hashanah event featuring games, crafts, apple and honey tasting, and hearing Rabbi Pivo blow the shofar. After the Fall holidays, individual classes have been learning about their Jewish home, life cycle events, and nature explorations. Dreidles and hanukkiyot are now filling our classrooms as the children learn about Hanukkah and get ready for their class parties. Come and see what we’re all about! Registration for our 2016-2017 school year is under way. 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 847-634-0363 to begin your child’s preschool journey.
Healing Hearts Loss of Spouse or Partner Co-Sponsored by Healing Hearts - Northwest Suburban Jewish Grief Support Mourning the death of a spouse can present many challenges. Learn what to expect from your grief, seek and give encouragement, learn coping skills, and adapt to changing relationships. This group is for those who are mourning the loss of their spouse or partner within the past year and a half. Dates: Tuesdays, December 15 – January 19, 2016 Time: 6:30 - 8 pm Place: Congregation Beth Judea Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove Fee: $90 for the series (can be adjusted for financial need) Contact: Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, at JCFS Phone: 224.625.2819 Email: Rosaliegreenberger@jcfs.org
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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 Pivo Ellene Lammers Wendy Wunsch Evan Rumack
Did You Know... Do you know of information that would be of interest to our congregants? If so, please let us know.
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.
HESED COMMITTEE 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.
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
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SHALVA “Its okay, the children aren’t effected” But what if you knew they were?
Did you Know……… SHALVA Collects Cellphones?
Shalva clients will often say that they can withstand their husband’s abuse as long as he never directs his anger toward their children. What many women don’t understand is that children are the silent victims of abuse and that they often repeat the behaviors they have seen.
For quite a few years now, Congregation Beth Judea has been generously collecting cell phones for SHALVA.
According to a recent study, over 90% of children are aware of domestic abuse in their home. These children are affected emotionally, cognitively, and physically. They are at great risk and often experience low selfesteem, shame, fear and guilt. Many distrust adults, fail to thrive or suffer from depression and anxiety. What can we do? The issue of domestic abuse is not just a women’s issue; it affects the entire family as well as our 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.
We thought you’d enjoy knowing a bit about how this process works. After we gather the phones you put into the collection box, we ship them to a recycling operation in Florida, Shelter Alliance . They pay us according to the “blue book”value of each phone. In processing the thousands of phones we send them every year, they wipe clean all your personal data and either refurbish your phones, recycle the parts or melt them down. Each year SHALVA receives around $40005,000 just by collecting your old or broken cellphones. All of these dollars go directly to help our clients. Recently Shelter Alliance has expanded their recycling program and now accepts Ipods, Ipads, and Readers. So, the next time you pass by the synagogue office and see the SHALVA collection box, think about all those old cellphones, ipads and ipods taking up space in your drawer or closet, and help us turn them into dollars for clients.
Upon three things the world is based: Upon Torah, Upon Divine Service, and Upon the Practice of Charity.
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BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: January 1
Rabbi Jeff Pivo
January 2
Gary Krugel Cheryl Levine
January 3
Jonathan Lippman Alan Marcus Ethel Schwerdlin
January 4
Barry Bikshorn Lauri Rosenbloom Gary Watts
January 5
Judith Atlas Diane Shultz
January 6
Steven Kaufman Robert Lipka Michael Shultz Robert Spiro
January 7
Rosita Rothenberg
January 8
Cynthia Andreoli Michele Greenberg Howard Levy Renee Lustig Alan Steiner Sanford White
January 9
Renee Brown Patricia Hermann Matt Veronie
January 10
Bobbie Babbitt Russell Barnett Michael Bauer Allen Harris Stacey Resnik Michael Sturt
January 11
Helen Brin Robert Weissman
January 12
Nicole Colen Celia Geiger Pamela Kaufman
January 13
Alan Gould Debbi Green
January 14
Cathy Feiger
January 16
Robert Atlas Helaine Katz-Ratskoff Jason Neiman
January 17
Hadrian Markowitz
January 18
Steve Fischoff Stella Greener Kathryn Harris Linda Kramer Josh Weisberg
January 19
Barbara Stern
January 20
Terri Behn Leonard Moskowitz Chuck Walcer
January 22
Erin Drazin William Kramer Christopher Ryan Gloria Secler Bonnie Sender Richard Ward
January 23
Alan Friedlander
January 25
Joan Rosemarin
January 26
Darlene Bikshorn Neal Ford Edward Hockfield Darlene Tominberg
January 28
Audrey Block Jeffrey Gluskin Andrea Heiger Marlon Suskin Audrey Weisberg
January 29
Cheryl Kersky Marc Zeidman
January 30
Jerrold Behn Mari Moskowitz Sheldon Rubin
January 31
Kandy Ginsburg Marlene Gothelf Randy Polonsky
We wish a very Happy ANNIVERSARY to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: January 6
Suzanne and Richard Reingold
January 18
Suzanne and David Waitz
January 7
Susan Liebovitz and Michael Mangurten
January 23
Marlyn and Marc Spivak
January 12
Tina Gross Isaacson and Larry Isaacson Marilyn Green-Rebnord & David Rebnord
January 31
Barbara Buhai and Stephen Katz
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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January Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS
January 1
Dorothy Aronoff Daniel Brown Jane Friedland* Sandee Grossman Shirley Kriegler* Herman Morgenstein* Louis Newman* Harvey Shiffman* June Walcer*
Irving Babbitt Irving Coady* Andrea Gordon Hannah Hockfield* Ann Linderman* Betsy Mosak Michael Schwartz Tillie Shore Morris Weiner*
Merle Bauer Samuel Cooper* Lorin Greenberg Joseph Kolner* Michael Linderman* Fred Moskowitz Bessie Shavitz* Geraldine Shovers Shirley Wolf*
Erwin Berenson Alfred Feiger Bernice Gross* Sol Kravitz* Arlen Litwin Seymour Nagel Morris Sherman* Celia Spivak*
January 8
Harriet Ament Mark Fine Herbert Kahn Louis Lifshitz* Janice Pivo Joseph Rosenfeld* Robert Silverstone
Lauri Bauer Harry Fleiss Seymour Klein* Lorraine Margolis Ida Polansky Berel Sales* Hilda Tominberg*
Walter Berkley* William Frankel* Ruth Kurtz* Louis Margolis Irene Ramras Irene Sandler* Evelyn Weisel*
Herman Feldman* Jerald Phillip Granoff Irving Levy* Philip Meltzer* David Resnick* Milton Silverstein*
January 15
Wally Arbetter Bella Cohen* Miles Klein* Sheila Moskowitz Melvin Reback Harvey Schmall
Marion Bordon Alexander Davis* Oscar Krawitz Gail Nedoss Shirley Rose Gertrude Schoeneman*
Sandy Caplan* Janette Friedman Gertrude Manewith Ernest Poll Bernice Rothenberg* Ethan Noah Sulkin
Adele Chubin Hyman Karafin Leonard Meltzer Darrell Pollack* William Rubenstein* Ruth Zeiger
January 22
Bruce Abrams Diane Brown* Aubrey Dembo Samuel Goldman* Robert Isenberg Herbert Levine* Mandel Perl* Helen Schwartz* Jack Leonard Weitzman
Anna Berkovitz* Elmore A. Cohen Sarah Finkelstein Era Greiman* Irv Kaufman Ethan Levitan* Margaret Pinkus* Morris Spiegel*
Roselin Berman Abe Cooper* Pearl Fleiss Charlotte Herstein Estelle Kerstein Alex Lustig* Ida Pollack Dora Stein*
Gerald Bernstein Morris Damsky Charles Frank Rose Howard Annette Kessler* June Pearlman* Shirley Schechtman Betty Wasserman
January 29
David Appel Jamie Sara Fabian Stuart Julis Adelyn Nixon Elizabeth Rosenthal* Rose Sher
Alfred Braun* Ceil Feldstein Rachel Levin David Polakow* Sam Rothnagel Seymour Shub*
Gregorio Copelovitz Selma Greengard Arthur Marc Hymen Polonsky Minnette Rothstein Pearl Smiler
Mitch Davis* Anna Herstein Jules Mellow David Rosenfeld* Rose Secler* Clara Weisberg
* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.
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February Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS
February 5
Jack Babbitt* Alice Copeland* Bertha Feldman* Sol Ganelin* Lene Kagan* Norman Leibold* Monte Levitt* Jackie Max* Judif Pesin Jerome Schneider* Bertha Watchman
Dorothy Becker* Harold Dobrikin* Moe Forman* Edith Gordon Sylvia Katz* Sam Lemsky Howard Lorber* Solomon Mordoh* Pola Rizman* George Sherman* Bernard Weisberg
David Cohen Irwin Dritz Yudes Frumina Shirley Harris Gary Korn Albert Levin Sidney Lorber* Victor Nahum* Max Rosenblatt Sidney Simons Inge Weiss
Helen Cohn Muriel Epstein* Richard Ganden* Dorothy Hyman Rita Kravits Sandra Levinson Natalie Lubesnick Ann Nemser* Mary Alice Ryan Bernard Stouber Artur Westerman*
February 12
Dan Bauer* Arthur Deicher Lillian Freedman Elizabeth Goldenberg Lou Kalisky Jacob Petrynek* Dorothy Rose* Hyman Schwartz* Marshall Sylvan
Morris Braverman* Agnes Ellegant Frances Friedlander Benjamin Golyer* Samantha Keeshin* David Popilsky* Philip Rothstein Joseph Shefsky* Isabelle Victor*
Becky Cohn David Feldheim* Paul Geiger Norma Gordon* Teddy Kray* Gerald Rappin Steven Schmeisser* Rywka Slomowicz Florence Zablen*
Shirley Davis* Norton Ferber* Corrine Gill Anna Haberman* Joseph Levin Bernard Resnik David Schwartz Jerome Sohn Leslie Zucker*
February 19
Clara Charlat* Emanuel Fagman Leo Greenberg* Leonard Levitan* Sylvia Perl* Edith Rockwell Vivian Schneider* Anne Soll* Ellin Wener
James Corenman Sherry Gerber* Joseph Hockfield* Ruth Lifshitz* Barbara Pomerantz Phillip Rothenberg* Carl Shapiro* William Steres*
Henry Eisenhammer Meyer Goldware* Manny Indes* Ronald Marcus Ruby Rashbaum Marcella Rumack* Diane Shapiro* Frances Stern
Rose Elisco Foster Gould Dan Kwasman David Marder June Reback Barbara Sachs* Max Morris Sheft Jerome Waitz*
February 26
Albert Appel Riva Chiet* Doris Friedland Charles Haberman* Larry Kolko Steven Landau* Sofia Magill Morris Rotman Michael Spivak* Lucille Weisberg* Mindy Zolno
Robert Block* Marvin Cohn Harold Glassman Jacob Hammer Wanda Komisarz Ann Levin* Carl Mandel Milton Ruttenberg* Harvey Stein* Peter Weisberg
Helene Borkan* Lester Copeland* Lillian Goldstein* Tessie Kaufman Meyer Kovich* Ben Levin* Helen Mills Barbara Seider Ruth Tolsky Richard Welch
Gerald Brownfield Russell Davis* Harold Gross* Seymour Keeshin* Hymen Krieberg Esther Levin* Bessie Mordoh* Ben Silverman* Jill Waitz Dr. Harry Zelson
* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. 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: Brittany Brandt Wes Brown Suzanne Goodman Caelen Peshek Andy Rodman II Merle Shuman Chuck Walcer Beverly Weiner CONDOLENCES UPON THE DEATH OF: Bruce Clorfene Father of Jeremy Clorfene Harvey Gold Beloved of Phyllis Udany Audrey Kirst Mother of Ana Goldman Joseph Koek Our Congregant Husband of Sheila Koek Muriel Sachsel Mother of Linda Portnoy Florence Wasserman Mother of Darlene Bikshorn CONGRATULATIONS TO: Births: Joni & Mike Altman on the birth of their grandson, Levi Aaron Altman Cindy Andreoli on the birth of her grandson, Isaac Wyatt Andreoli Lesley Elisco on the birth of her grandson, Sammy Gabriel Elisco
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RABBI LIFSHITZ DISCRETIONARY FUND
IN HONOR OF: Rabbi Lifshitz Idyth & Jay Zimbler RABBI LIFSHITZ LEGACY FUND
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Samuel Kanter Herbert Kanter Louis Lifshitz Howard Lifshitz RABBI PIVO DISCRETIONARY FUND
IN APPRECIATION OF: Rabbi Pivo and Beth Judea for the hospitality and kindness received. AJEC Committee and Sue Hershinow Rabbi Pivo for the beautiful funeral services for my mother, and for all of his care, comfort and support before the funeral as well as after the funeral, during Shiva and beyond. The Family of Jeanne S. Babbitt Rabbi Pivo for his prayers for my health Renee & Wes Brown Rabbi Pivo for his kindness and all of his help in preparing our grandson, Ben, for his Bar Mitzvah. Linda & Albert Stark Rabbi Pivo for making Jared and Amanda’s wedding so special. Barbara & Marty Stern
RABBI PIVO DISCRETIONARY FUND (CONT.)
IN HONOR OF: The bris of Jonah Reid Waitz. Susie & Dave Waitz The wedding of Felice Watts, daughter of Nancy and Gary Watts. Maureen & David Stolman IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Bobbie and Floyd Babbitt. Geri & Robert Friedman
Dorothy Bikshorn, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Barbara & Lee Silver Bruce Clorfene, beloved father of Dana and Jeremy Clorfene. Lisa & Gary Malkin and Family Marshall Swislow, beloved husband of Marlene Swislow. Renee & Mike Malter Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Geri & Robert Friedman Barbara & Lee Silver UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Lauri Bauer, in memory of our beloved wife and mother. Scott, Alex, Jake & Brett Bauer
Charles Frank Bobbi & Ed Ginsberg Joseph Kronowitz Lena Kronowitz Walter Rice Susan & Norman Kronowitz Pearl Smiler Craig Cohn
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TRIBUTES CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND
IN APPRECIATION OF: Cantor Weisberg. Thank you for the beautiful CD of Jewish music. Susan & Marvin Adleman Cantor Weisberg for the beautiful funeral services for my mother, and for all of his care, comfort and support before the funeral as well as after the funeral, during Shiva and beyond. The Family of Jeanne S. Babbitt Cantor Weisberg for his prayers for my health Renee & Wes Brown Cantor Weisberg for his continued assistance. Hesh Lyons Hazzan Weisberg in gratitude for his kindness and support in preparing our grandson, Ben, for his Bar Mitzvah. Linda & Albert Stark IN HONOR OF: Susan and Marvin Adleman on their 50th wedding anniversary. Helene Fox The birth of Levi Aaron Altman, son of Amy and Josh Altman and grandson of Joni and Mike Altman. Mazel tov to the Altman Family. The Pervos Family The birth of Sammy Gabriel Elisco, son of Marty and Kate Elisco and grandson of Lesley Elisco. Marlyn & Marc Spivak The bris of Jonah Reid Waitz Susie & Dave Waitz
CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND (CONT.)
IN HONOR OF: Cantor & Audrey Weisberg upon the birth of their new grandson, Eli Isaac Weisberg. Mazel Tov! Lesley Elisco Cindy Lipka IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. Rona Wolf
PRAYER BOOK FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Clara Kersky, in loving memory. Stuart Kersky CAMP RAMAH FUND
Erwin Friedman, with gratitude to Cantor Weisberg for his support. Marla & Bruce Horwitz
IN MEMORY OF: Dorothy Bikshorn and Florence Wasserman, beloved mothers of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Susan & Marvin Adleman
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Dorothy Aronoff, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Jan Schrimmer
Harvey Gold, beloved of Phyllis Udany. Suzanne & Howie Goodman
Marilyn Levit, beloved mother. Jodi & Steve Levit Lewis Pervosky, in loving memory of our father and grandfather. The Pervos Family
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Benjamin Levi Plaut, in loving memory. Susan & Marvin Adleman
FOCUS ON FAMILIES FUND
Philip Rockwell
Martin Rockwell Rose Secler Gloria & Harold Secler, Ross and Suzanne and Rachel Secler Ben Shugan Roberta & Bill Uhler Robert Silverstone, beloved husband, father and grandfather. Susan & Michelle Silverstone Jennifer, Kurt, Junie & Jack Page
IN APPRECIATION OF: Focus on Families Programs Diane & Howard Ganden IN MEMORY OF: Dorothy Bikshorn beloved mother of Barry and Darlene Bikshorn. Karen & Philip Nagel Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Karen & Philip Nagel
Pearl Smiler
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TRIBUTES GENERAL FUND
IN HONOR OF: Cindy Andreoli upon the birth of her grandson, Isaac Wyatt and to his parents, Josh and Elizabeth. May Isaac bring love and joy to the entire family. Jeanie & Michael Rosenfeld Marla and Bruce Horwitz upon their 40th wedding anniversary. Sara & Jay Olshansky IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel Sarajane & Chuck Orloff Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Carla & Elliott Bankendorf Deborah & Ron Kovich
EDUCATION FUND
IN HONOR OF: Susan and Marvin Adleman upon their 50th wedding anniversary. Mazel Tov! Evy & Irv Gurin IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. Evy & Irv Gurin Dorothy Bikshorn beloved mother of Barry and Darlene Bikshorn. Maureen & David Stolman Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Maureen & David Stolman
Uncle Irving Lisa & Michael Miner
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Max Clamage Marla Feld
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Barry Mark, beloved father. Laura Suskin
Michael Linderman Merle Linderman
Sylvia Travis Claudia & Mark Travis
CONGREGATIONAL SUPPORT FUND
KIDDUSH FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. Tammy & David Brody Cindy Lipka Dorothy Bikshorn, beloved mother of Barry and Darlene Bikshorn. Cindy Lipka Muriel Sachsel, beloved mother of Linda and Bruce Portnoy. Janet & Myron Reicher
SISTERHOOD FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Harvey Gold, beloved of Phyllis Udany. Lauri & Stan Rosenbloom Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Lauri & Stan Rosenbloom
MEN’S CLUB FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. Robert Lipka UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Irwin Lipka Robert Lipka
IN APPRECIATON OF: Andrew Bauman for everything he did to make Rachel’s Bat Mitzvah so special! Holly Falk-Krzesinski & Mitch Krzesinski
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TRIBUTES LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND
IN HONOR OF: Heidi and Jerry Sakol upon the birth of their new granddaughter, Hannah Miriam Bolger. Mazel Tov! Ina & Sanford Ramras Linda & Albert Stark IN MEMORY OF: Kay Jaffe, beloved mother of Jean and Ronald Friedman. Ina & Sanford Ramras Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Linda & Albert Stark UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Michael Schwartz, dearly loved nephew. Linda & Albert Stark
RACHEL HIRSHMAN MEMORIAL FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Florence Wasserman, beloved mother of Darlene and Barry Bikshorn. Lee & Arnie Goldberg UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sam Silver, beloved father. Lee & Arnie Goldberg
JERRY BERENSON MEMORIAL FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. The Berenson Family Jeff, Melinda, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine
IN HONOR OF: Susan & Marvin Adleman upon their 50th wedding anniversary. Mazel tov! Susie Rizman
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Erwin Berenson The Berenson Family Jeff, Melinda, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine
IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne S. Babbitt, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother of Floyd Babbitt and family. Howard Levy
SIDNEY GOLDIN MEMORIAL FUND
Dolores Rubin, beloved mother and grandmother of Barry Rubin and family. Susie Rizman & Family
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Ruth Kurtz Joan & Norm Kurtz USY/KADIMA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother of Floyd and Bobbie Babbitt. Kitty & Bruce Hoffman Dorothy Bikshorn, beloved mother of Barry and Darlene Bikshorn. Kitty & Bruce Hoffman Harvey Gold, beloved of Phyllis Udany. Judy & Glenn Goldstein UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sam Silver, beloved father. Lee & Arnie Goldberg
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JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL FUND
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jack Rizman, in loving memory of our wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Susie Rizman & Family JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Judy Walcer Rhonda & Larry Wollheim June Walcer Chuck Walcer STEVE GOLD MEMORIAL FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Jeanne Babbitt, beloved mother and grandmother of the whole Babbitt family Leah & Sam Chiprin
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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 Jeff Pivo Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz Cantor Roger J. Weisberg President Arnie Goldberg 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 Jeff Pivo 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 – Shabbat Mornings ............................ 10:30 a.m. Weekday Morning Minyan: Sunday .................................................................. . 9:00 a.m. Monday ................................................................ 6:15 a.m. Tuesday through Friday ........................................ 7:30 a.m.
January 1 .................................................... 4:12 p.m. January 8
................................................... 4:19 p.m.
January 15 ................................................... 4:27 p.m. January 22 .................................................... 4:35 p.m. January 29 .................................................... 4:44 p.m.
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.