The Word January 2017 by Lisa Neiman

Happy 2017!

Adult Hebrew Literacy Graduation January 27, 2017

Disability Awareness Shabbat January 13, 2017 7:30 PM

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Rabbi’s Reflections THE LIGHTS WE KINDLE In the same way, the lights we kindle Every December, or more accurately on Hanukkah are both a reminder of every Kislev and Tevet, we celebrate miracles past and a call to action. The Hanukkah by lighting the hanukkiah. The Maccabees’ military victory and the oil hanukkiah reminds us of the light of the in the Temple were miracles, the former Temple, which was rededicated after our resulting from the people’s efforts on people’s victory over the Syrian Greeks in nd their own behalf and the latter deriving the 2 century B.C.E. After the war, there from God. When we publicize those was only enough oil to burn for a day, yet Rabbi Jeff Pivo miracles on Hanukkah, we are it miraculously burned for eight. We reminding ourselves, and others, that there are commemorate that miracle, as well as the times when we rely on God to help us, but that, miracle of the Maccabees’ victory against more often than not, it is human initiative that will overwhelming odds, by lighting the hanukkiah save us. Like the blind man that Rabbi Yose met, for eight days. our Hanukkah ‘torch’ is a light to remind others that we all rely on one another. Each of us is ‘blind’ in This lighting is the main tradition of Hanukkah, and among its customs none is more important some way, and it is the responsibility of every than that of pirsum haneis, the publicizing of the human being to see and to aid another person miracle. This is done by placing the hanukkiah whenever possible, helping them to overcome near a window through which others can see it. their particular ‘blindness.’ Hanukkah’s light is that That custom raises questions about who is of miracles divine and human, and we must never supposed to be seeing the lights, and why. allow our part of that equation to be dimmed or Publicizing the miracle assumes that there is extinguished. someone who doesn’t know about it, but who needs to know. There is a story in the Talmud about an incident concerning Rabbi Yose that may help illuminate this issue. He said: I was long perplexed by this verse: “And you shall grope at noonday as the blind gropes in darkness [Deut. 28:29].’ Now what difference does it make to a blind man whether it is dark or light? Once I was walking on a pitch-black night when I saw a blind man walking with a torch in his hands. I asked him ‘Why do you carry the torch?’ He replied: ‘As long as the torch is in my hand, people can see me and aid me.’

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And, although I am writing this just prior to the synagogue Israel trip, you are reading it just after our return. I look forward (or back?) to our journey to the land where the Maccabees fought for Jewish tradition, especially since we will be in Jerusalem during Hanukkah. As we return to you, we hope to bring a bit of Hanukkah’s light, and the joy of visiting the land of our beginnings, to all of you. Hanukkah sameakh,

Photos from Beth Judea’s Congregational Trip to Israel http://www.bethjudea.org/EventVideos.php

In This Issue Rabbi’s Reflections Congregational Israel Trip Photos Calendar Happenings With Hazzan CBJ Mission Statement President’s Message Sisterhood Shabbat Services Special Shabbats & Events B’Nai Mitzvah Bios Beth Judea Community News Save the Date Alternative Shabbat Service New Membership Programs The Goodman’s Blog

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Religious Education BJE Early Childhood Adult Education Sisterhood Sisterhood Book Club Men’s Club Gift Cards SHALVA Planned Giving The Helping Hand Plan Hesed Birthdays & Anniversaries Yahrzeits Tributes

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CALENDAR Special Events Jan. 8 Jan. 8 Jan. 12 Jan. 13 Jan. 18 Jan. 20 Jan. 27 Feb. 5

Jan. 7 Jan. 8 Jan. 10 Jan. 15 Jan. 22 Jan. 29 Feb. 15 Feb. 25

Fast of 10th of Tevet Penn Shabbatones Dinner & Conversation with Rabbi Pivo Disability Awareness & Shirat Shabbat Stand with Us Program at Beth Judea Stadium Shabbat Dinner Hebrew Literacy I Graduation World Wide Wrap

Religious School Jan. 14 Jan. 15 Jan. 21 Jan. 22

Gimel Shabbat & Luncheon B et Family Progarm Dalet Shabbat K-1st Grade Family Program

Adult Ed

Sisterhood

Jan & Feb

Sisterhood Shabbat Mah Jongg Board Meeting Mah Jongg Mah Jongg Mah Jongg Book Club Nosh A Nite

Tap the Torah Biblical Seductions Book Club Lumch & Learn

Hebrew Classes in Progress

Ulpan 1 Ulpan 2 Torah Reading Hebrew Literacy I

Continuing

Melton Weekly & Shabbat Classes

Men’s Club Jan.; 5 Jan. 14 Jan. 21-22 Jan. 27 Feb. 1 Feb. 5

Men’s Club Meeting Lieberman Center Men’s Club Retreat Hebrew Literacy I Graduation Tap the Torah World Wide Wrap

Visit Our Adult Education Page

Be Sure To Check Out “Beth Judea Community News Pg. 12

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

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers January 6, 2017– 7:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of December will be recognized at our service on January 6th. Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm. Children of every age are welcome!

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HAPPENINGS WITH HAZZAN HAPPY HANUKKAH from the HAZZAN “A Great Miracle Happened Here” As I am writing this column, the tribute that I am blessed with the opportunity to in recognition of my 30 years with Beth continue sharing the years ahead with all of Judea is still resonating in my thoughts you in good health— and that I may be truly — what a spectacular evening it was. deserving of the respect and affection you To the wonderful committee, have shown me. spearheaded by Rhonda & Jeff Wener, together with the many of you who As we have entered this new secular year volunteered to head and to serve on 2017, may the warmth and kindness we Hazzan various sub-committees; to our entire, share with one another help offset these Roger Weisberg dedicated synagogue staff; to Hazzan cold wintry days. The winter holidays are Mizrahi, Marty Karlin and the choir, Hazzan over, but for those who are in need – whether Barnett and Carol Marshall; to my wife Audrey physically, financially, emotionally, or otherwise – and our wonderful family; to those who took a whether they be close to us or in places we moment to express their kind feelings and barely know – let us continue our efforts to do thoughts, whether in person, in the ad book, in what we can to make this world a little brighter. emails, note cards, or through donations; to Doing so should remind us how fortunate we are those who were able to attend the dinner and/or – we all have various problems and challenges concert as well as those who could not be there to deal with, but we also have reasons to be – I wish I could thank each of you personally, but thankful each and every day. at least in this collective fashion, I hope you will accept my heartfelt gratitude. It is very humbling I look forward to seeing you in shul in the weeks to feel so much love and appreciation, especially and months ahead, as always. Stay warm! knowing my many character flaws as well as I do. Being a part of your lives these thirty years has given more meaning to my own life. I pray Hazzan Roger Weisberg

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.

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Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Message

Sisterhood Shabbat

Best wishes for a Happy and Healthy 2017

Shabbat Services led by Sisterhood

ARNIE GOLDBERG CBJ PRESIDENT

FAST DAY Sunday, January 8th Fast of 10th of Tevet

in the main sanctuary

Saturday, January 7th Our community will be celebrating Sisterhood Shabbat on the morning of January 7, 2017. It's a wonderful opportunity for us to join together in a special Shabbat service to celebrate our strength as Jewish women and the joy of Shabbat. There are many opportunities to participate in the service, including Hebrew and English readings as well as nonspeaking parts. We would love to have you participate at any level you are comfortable with. Phyllis Udany is coordinating our Sisterhood Shabbat. Please contact Phyllis at phyllisdiane45@yahoo.com or 847-398-4638 to sign up, find out what parts are available and to answer any of your questions. She's looking forward to hearing from you! Whether you have an assigned part in the service or not, please join us for services and be a part of our community.

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SPECIAL SHABBAT SERVICES & EVENTS presents the musical talent: Join Rabbi Pivo For Dinner and Conversation

Penn Shabbatones University of Pennsylvania's Jewish A Cappella Group

Thursday, January 12, 2017 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

TOPIC: January 8, 2017

Performance 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Dinner and Conversation

New Year Resolutions – share and check in on how you are doing

at Plan on enjoying dinner and good conversation

Congregation Beth Judea Hilltop & Route 83 Long Grove, IL Free & Open to the Community

Cost for Dinner: $12.00/pp Reservations REQUIRED by January 5, 2017

RSVP to lneiman@bethjudea.org

Join us on Friday

January 13th at 7:30 pm as we celebrate

Disability Awareness Shabbat & SHIRAT SHABBAT

Musical ShaBBaT Celebration!!!

SPECIAL SHABBAT SERVICES & EVENTS

World Wide Wrap Celebrate like it’s 1908!! Friday, January 20, 2017 Dinner – 6:00 pm Shabbat Services - 7:30 pm The menu includes: Hot Dogs & Chips / baseball-type food RSVP REQUIRED BY JANUARY 13, 2017 Cost: $30.00 per Family or $10.00/Adult, $5.00 for children (2-12) Open to the Community (invite your friends, family and neighbors)

World Wide Wrap XVII Sunday, February 5, 2017 “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

Orin Rotman Tefillin Wrap Rap Video

Join us on Friday, January 27th at 7:30 pm

8:30 am – 10:00 am 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Wrap and Daven Brunch

as we celebrate

the accomplishments of our Hebrew Literacy I Graduates During Shabbat Services

For further information on this program please click here

B’nei Mitzvah Bios Asher Barshefsky will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, January 28, 2017. Asher is a seventh grader at Woodlawn Middle School in Long Grove, IL, where he’s on the school’s basketball, cross country, and track teams. He also plays saxophone in the school’s band. However, nothing brings Asher greater joy than the baseball season, when he’s able to play for his Lake County Stars team and spend as much time at Wrigley Field as possible. Asher’s mitzvah project approach was to learn about multiple social service agencies serving our local community and to volunteer his time at each, understanding both the impact of the organization and his efforts. Among these experiences has been packing kosher meals through the Jewish Relief Agency of Chicago for delivery to those in need, spending time visiting with the elderly at the Lieberman Center in Skokie, and serving meals at JUF’s Uptown Café downtown. Asher, his parents Laura and Adam, and his sister Ariel are appreciative of the guidance of Rabbi Pivo and Hazzan Weisberg and are particularly thankful to his tutor, Kim Abern, who has made the overall bar mitzvah preparation experience so meaningful, special, and fun for his entire family.

Aden Mosak will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on February 4, 2017. Aden is a seventh grader at Cooper Middle School in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, where he is an honor roll student. When not at school, Hebrew school, or studying for his Bar Mitzvah, Aden enjoys playing baseball and playing his saxophone and guitar. For his mitzvah project, Aden is collecting gently used musical instruments to benefit the West Point School of Music, which provides musical instruction and instruments to disadvantaged youth in some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods. He is excited to help children who otherwise might not have the opportunity to experience the passion for music. Aden is looking forward to sharing this special day with his parents, Barbara and Bryan, his brother Michael, and his Bubbe Esther Mosak. He is also excited that many of his cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends are able to join him from around the globe. Aden and his parents would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Hazzan Weisberg, his CBJ Hebrew and Judaica teachers, and his fantastic tutor Kim Abern for all their support and instruction in helping him reach this exciting milestone.

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

from the Beth Judea Family. SAVE THE DATE: March 17 – 19, 2017

Hebrew Literacy I Instructors and Graduates

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BETH JUDEA COMMUNITY NEWS

Congratulations to Beth Judea Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Man of the Year/Youth of the Year Louis Rabin, Man of the Year Avi Limer, Youth of the Year Help us recognize and support those who are actively involved in doing for others. Our Man of the Year, Louis Rabin, and Youth of the Year, Avi Limer, are being honored at the annual FJMC Midwest Region Man/Youth of the Year dinner on March 19th of this year. Buying an ad in the ad book will show appreciation and support for these two fine, giving people.

Congratulations to Our Hebrew Literacy Graduates Join us as we recognize these individuals on their accomplishment at their graduation on January 27, 2017 Friday Night Kabbalat Shabbat

From Left to Right: Fred Rabinowitz,Alfred Levinson,Cathy Feiger,Mary Wernick, and Zak Pesin. Back Row: Instructors Eric Yegelwel and Jerry Sakol. x

Save the Date

FLYER LINKS: Camp Ramah Summer in January Flyer Camp Ramah 70th Anniversary Flyer Camp Ramah Special Needs Programs Camp Ramah Registration2017 Camp Ramah Job Opportunities

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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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Religious Education Shabbat is a unique time of the week during which we learn to take time: time to slow down, time to consider our role in the world, time to rest. Shabbat is also a time to get together for a family meal, unwind, and relax. Here are some Shabbat topics that can be discussed around the dinner table.

Anna Besser Education Director

Gratitude Tonight at dinner, take a moment to talk about what you are grateful for this week. Regardless of how (or even whether or not) you celebrate Shabbat, make this your weekly Friday night ritual. Not only will this give you a chance to connect with your family, it will help your children learn the importance of being thankful for what they have. Shabbat Shalom! Heroes Most heroes worthy of recognition are not found in the headlines. Judaism discovers heroism in everyday people – parents who endure fatigue to eke out a livelihood for their families; noble hearts who give of themselves to help those less fortunate; and individuals who stand their ground in matters of religious and ethical conviction. You are a hero to those around you! Ask your kids what they can do to be heroes every day. Shabbat Shalom. TGIF TGIF! G-d, in G-d’s infinite wisdom, knew what we all know deep down. Sometimes you need to take a break from the chaos, to take a step back, in order to gain perspective and appreciate what you really have. This week, turn off the TV during dinner and make the effort to stop, look around, take a breath, and reconnect. With great food, warm family ambiance, and meaningful reflection and conversation, Shabbat has the power to unite us, to relax us and to recharge our batteries. Shabbat Shalom! Tikun Olam If G-d created the world for us to use, does that mean that we can use it however we please? We cannot live on this earth without having an impact on the world and tikun olam, the perfecting or the repairing of the world, has become a major theme in Judaism. There is no one else to repair it but us. This week, try making extra efforts to turn off the light when you leave the room; turn off the tap while you’re brushing your teeth; unplug appliances when they’re not in use. What else can you do? Shabbat Shalom! Tzedakah From a very early age, we teach our children that “sharing is caring,” and deeply rooted in this notion is the Jewish principle of tzedakah. Shabbat presents a great opportunity to reinforce this value by making it a weekly habit to give to others. Mark the end of the week by talking about how you can share what you’ve earned with those less fortunate. Shabbat Shalom!

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Religious Education Nature / Exploring the Quiet Set aside one Shabbat each month as “nature Shabbat” and take time to be outdoors together — hike in a local park, go to the beach, or relax in the yard together for a period of time to appreciate creation. If being outdoors is not of interest to your family, look for other opportunities to experience quiet and serenity together like meditation, massage, reading aloud or individually in the same room, doing a jigsaw puzzle together or attending services. Customs There is a beautiful custom of blessing our children every Friday night. We place a hand on their head and pray that our sons will grow up to exhibit the qualities of Ephraim and Menashe, biblical brothers who were not tempted by their immoral surroundings and were united in their efforts to maintain their Jewish values. And we pray for our daughters to emulate the righteous qualities of our matriarchs Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah with insight, a giving nature, sensitivity and leadership. What values do you wish to impart on your children? Take a moment to bless your children tonight – either with the traditional blessing or one you have created – and enjoy a special moment of connection. Shabbat Shalom! Forgiveness The concept of forgiveness is the major underlying theme of the High Holidays. While it’s not always easy to acknowledge and take responsibility for one’s transgressions, harder still for most is being able to forgive someone for theirs. Why is it important to forgive? Because holding a grudge is like letting someone live rent-free in your head. When we forgive, we are no longer prisoners of our past. It takes courage, not weakness to forgive and, furthermore, if I can’t learn to forgive you, then how could I possibly ask another for forgiveness? Shabbat Shalom! Prayer What is prayer and why do we pray? Prayer serves to help recognize that everything we are, everything we have, and everything we use ultimately comes from G-d (Babylonian Talmud, Brakhot 35a). Prayer is an integral part of everyday Jewish life; it expresses our belief in G-d and unites us as a people. Tonight at dinner, work together to come up with a family prayer. Whether it be for thanksgiving, petition or forgiveness it will unite you around a common goal. Shabbat Shalom!

CBJ SCHOOL DATES TO REMEMBER

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Religious School Classes Resume

Time 4:15 – 6:15 pm (Aleph – Dalet) 6:15 – 8:00pm (Heh)

Gimel Shabbat Resumes 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Sunday School Classes Resume

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Kindergarten – Second Grade 9

Beyahad Classes Resume (Temple Chai location)

6:30 – 8:30pm

Gimel Shabbat & Luncheon

Luncheon from 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Bet Family Program

Parents join in at 10:30 am

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Dalet Shabbat Dalet leading Sanctuary service

K-1st Grade Family Program

9:30 am Parents join in at 10:30 am

SCHOOL CALENDAR Get Calendar

Please be sure to check our website for the most recent updates

Tu B’Shvat / ‫טו בשבט‬ Tu B’Shevat begins at sundown on Saturday, February 11, 2016 and ends in the evening of Sunday, February 12, 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). 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.

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 2017 Tap the Torah: “What’s Eating You vs What Are You Eating”? Taught by Orin Rotman Sponsored by Men’s Club

Join us for a drink, lively discussion, an enormous amount of knowledge, and great company.

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 – 7:45 – 9:15 pm

LOCATION:

The Continental in Buffalo Grove

Biblical Seductions Taught by Rabbi Emeritus Lifshitz

Adam and Eve, Lot and his daughters, Tamar and Judah…all tales of seduction. Let’s explore these stories and weave in traditional interpretations from Talmud and Midrash to help us delve further into the characters and the motivations for their actions. Monday Evenings – 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Dates: February 6 – 27, 2017 COST: Members – FREE; Non-Members - $36 for series OR $10 per session

Book Club Facilitated by Rabbi Pivo Cosponsored by Men’s Club & Sisterhood

Like many young Americans, Jonathan Safran Foer spent much of his teenage and college years oscillating between enthusiastic carnivore and occasional vegetarian. As he became a husband, and then a father, the moral dimensions of eating became increasingly important to him. Faced with the prospect of being unable to explain why we eat some animals and not others, Foer set out to explore the origins of many eating traditions and the fictions involved with creating them. Tuesday Evenings – 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Dates: Feb. 14, 21, 28, March 14, 21, 2017 COST: Members – FREE; Non-Members - $36 for series OR $10 per session

Lunch & Learn: Jewish Food Ethics Taught by Rabbi Pivo

Bring lunch and an appetite for discussion as we examine what it means to create a Jewish food ethic. Together we will learn about modern eco-kashrut, mindful eating, and how Kashrut can fit into our lifestyles. Monday, 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm Dates: February 27 – March 20, 2017 LOCATION: Sunset Foods 2nd Floor Conference Room (corner of Rt. 83 & Aptakisic) COST: Members – FREE; Non-Members - $18 for series OR $5 per session Bring Your Own Lunch

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ADULT EDUCATION WEEKLY CLASSES: These classes are ongoing. Please join at any time. Hebrew is not required for any of these classes, unless specifically noted.

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 Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;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 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

Adult Education Adult Education Classes in Progress January Schedule

BJE Early Childhood Centers Registration for 2017-2018

Melton: Core Year 1 Taught by Rabbi Pivo & Rabbi Gordon CORE YEAR 1: Rhythms of Jewish Living & Purposes of Jewish Living

Wednesday Evenings, 7:00 pm Dates: Now through May 10 Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25; Feb, 1 8, 15, 22 ;March 1, 8, 15, 22, April 5, 19, 26 (Passover– No Class: April 12) May 3, 10

Hebrew Classes in Progress Schedule for January 2017

Registration at the Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Center at Beth Judea is well under way. Registration for our 2017-2018 school year began in November. 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. Come and see what we’re all about!

Ulpan 1 Taught by Lee Goldberg Thursday evenings; 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Now through May 18, 20177 January Schedule: Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26

Ulpan 2 Taught by Lee Goldberg Thursday evenings; 6:30 – 7:30 pm Now through May 18, 20177 January Schedule: Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26

Torah Reading Taught by Hazzan Weisberg Now through May 18, 20177 January Schedule: Jan. 10, 17, 24

Hebrew Literacy 1 Sponsored by Men’s Club Taught by Jerry Sakol & Eric Yegelwel Tuesday evenings; 8:00 – 9:00 pm Now through Jan 24, 2017 January Schedule: Jan. 3, 10, & 24 Graduation – Friday Night Kabbalat Shabbat (January 27, 2017)

SAVE THE DATE ESCAPE TO SUMMER PARTY Sunday, February 26, 2017 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Centers Event At Congregation B’nai Tikvah 1558 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL

Place your ads in the BJE-ECC Escape to Summer Ad Book Today Proceeds to Benefit the BJE-ECC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

For more information visit bjeecc.info or contact Shira Wenig Rozgovich at shira@bjechicago.org

Sisterhood It is so hard to believe that 2016 is about to end and as you read this, 2017 has begun. We have enjoyed many Sisterhood social and educational programs and are looking forward to spending time with new and old friends as we participate in our upcoming events as we move forward in 2017.

By the time you read this, we will have enjoyed our Sisterhood Chanukah party planned by Sarah Goldenberg. It is always a fun evening filled with good friends and many laughs. Sarah will be compiling our favorite recipes shared at the party into a digital format for us to enjoy. A white elephant re-gift and game is such a fun idea. Thank you, Sarah,!

On December 11th, we had our annual Chanukah bazaar planned by Ann Lerman and Karen Nagel. It was a success on so many levels thanks to these wonderful ladies and the “village” of volunteers before, during, and after the bazaar. Thank you to Ann and Karen for all their time, talents, and love they put into this event as well as the Gift Shop all year long. We are so grateful for everything you do for Sisterhood and our synagogue, as well as your treasured friendship.

January 7th will be our Sisterhood Shabbat. Thank you to Phyllis Udany who is coordinating the service. It is not too late to contact her if you would like to participate. Her email is phyllisdiane45@yahoo.com. There are English and Hebrew readings as well as non-speaking parts. We’d love to have you attend as part of the congregation, whether you choose a specific part in the service or not. Please consider joining us to celebrate the strength of Jewish women and the joy of Shabbat.

I just returned today from a wonderful Sisterhood Judaic Arts Program at Gallery’s Choice Studio in Downers Grove. We each designed and crafted a fused glass mezuzah with the help of the creative studio’s owners, Rose and Bill Jarecki, who could not have been nicer. Thank you to Hannah Whitney and Marilyn Victor for planning the event and working behind the scenes with the talented owners to create the working design of our mezuzot. It was a new experience for Rose and Bill as they were not familiar with the concept of a mezuzah. They were very enthusiastic and up for the challenge. If you are interested in contacting this wonderful studio to see all they have to offer, the website is www.gallerychoice.com.

Best wishes for a year filled with peace and gratitude,

Beth Judea Sisterhood Judaic Arts Program – Event Photos Design and craft a fused glass mezuzah

For those of you who have always wanted to learn how to play Mah Jongg or would like a refresher, we have good news for you. Our Mah Jongg maven Renee Kaplan has kindly agreed to teach us Sunday mornings at Sunset Foods, Jan. 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:30-11:30. Cost is $25. It will be a fun and relaxing setting where you can learn to play and meet new friends. Contact Renee at reneekaplan5@gmail.com.

Kitty and Heidi, your Sisterhood Co-presidents Contact Kitty Hoffman mskitty.hoffman@gmail.com, or Heidi Sakol heidis121@yahoo.com for more information or to get involved.

Sisterhood UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

October 2016 – May 2017 PADS – become December is filled with many Sisterhood activities we hope you be a part of. a volunteer October – May January 10, 2017 (Tuesday) Sisterhood Board Meeting (2nd Tuesday of the month) Please join us for our regular sisterhood meeting. January 7, 2017 Sisterhood Shabbat Phyllis Udany is leading the team for Sisterhood Shabbat, January 7th. Please contact her with your desire to participate. There are many opportunities to share your English and Hebrew skills. It’s a wonderful way to feel part of Sisterhood, CBJ and something bigger. January 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2017 Let’s Play Mah Jongg! Play or learn to play Mah Jongg in a fun, relaxed setting. Learn More

“Where every woman’s voice is heard”

Let’s play Mahj!! Have you always wanted to play MAH JONGG but never knew how?? Well, we can teach you in a fun, relaxing setting in no time at all! Open to all synagogue women.

Sunset Foods Mezzanine 4190 Route 83, Long Grove 9:30 – 11:30 am 4 weeks for $25….such a deal!! January 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2017

Please bring the 2016 card available for purchase at Shelly’s Hallmark in Northbrook or order online at nationalmahjonggleague.org For more information and to sign up contact Renee Kaplan at reneekaplan5@gmail.com

February 15, 2017 Sisterhood Book Club – The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem – See Flyer

Come Join Us for the Sisterhood Progressive Nosh A Night! February 25, 2017 Here’s how it works: •People volunteer to host a course: hot appetizers or cold appetizers, all served buffet style.  Not everyone will be hosting.  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  This event is open to the entire congregation: singles, couples, men, women •Each person will make one dish: a cold appetizer, hot appetizer or dessert and bring it to the host home for that course. All food must be dairy or pareve.  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

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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Sisterhood Gift Shop Where Shopping is a Mitzvah)

STOP IN AND SEE OUR NEW AND UNIQUE ITEMS We Have Great Gifts 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, 2017 COUPON

Men’s Club Ladies and Gentlemen of Beth Judea, I hope this day finds you all in good health and spirits. As we start a new secular year, we, as American Jews, get a second chance to make a new start. I hope this coming year brings you only nachas. We Americans will inaugurate our new president this month. I know I am not the only one who is hoping and praying for a better life for everyone. One way to ensure this is to become more deeply involved in tikun olam. Rebuild the world. Giving a helping hand to those in need is essential to the survival of all of us. This month, on Saturday the 14th, we are once again helping at The Lieberman Home at 9:15 am. This is a service the Men’s Club has been involved with once a month for several years. You don’t have to be in the Men’s Club, or even be a man to participate. We help the elderly down to the sanctuary, and participate in the service. Contact me or Sandy Ramras for more details if you are interested. Another way to help our planet is to recognize and support those who are actively involved in doing for others. Our Man of the Year, Louis Rabin, and Youth of the Year, Avi Limer, are being honored at the annual FJMC Midwest Region Man/Youth of the Year dinner on March 19th of this year. Buying an ad in the ad book will show appreciation and support for these two fine, giving people. Our Men’s Club retreat is coming up on the 21st of this month. Though it promises to be a fun and engaging event, we will also be making strong bonds and building relationships in a positive way. Tzedakah and charitable acts are always a big part of what we do. On Friday night, the 27th of this month, we are having a graduation for our adult Hebrew Literacy Class. All are welcome to attend this beautiful event that recognizes the months of work these

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dedicated adults have committed to learning how to read and chant a Shabbat service. In conclusion, I would like to point out that your membership to Beth Judea is a lot like belonging to a health club. The more you go, the more you get out of it. So, if joining a health club is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, consider really putting in some hours here for your spiritual health. Be well everyone, see you at shul.

Jerry Sakol Men’s Club President

We have some important dates to remember this month:: 1-5-2017:

Men’s Club meeting @ 8:00.

1-14-2017: Lieberman Nursing Home Shabbat Service. Every fourth Saturday, we are blessed with the opportunity to do a beautiful mitzvah. Some of our Men’s Club members go to the Lieberman center and help the residents celebrate Shabbat in their synagogue. This is actually one of my favorite activities connected to Men’s Club. If you you are interested, call me or Sandy Ramras for details. 1-21-2017 Men’s Club Retreat . 1-27-2017 Hebrew Literacy Graduation 2-1-2017

Tap the Torah – Learn More

2-5-2017

World Wide Wrap – Learn More

Jerry Sakol

Men’s Club Tzedakah Fund The Men's Club has made donations from the minyan tzedakah box to: Friends of the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) American Friends of Magen David Adom Jewish National Fund Hillel International

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.

Gift Cards 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

MEN’S CLUB MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

JANUARY 21 – 22, 2017

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

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Planned Giving TAX TIME IS ALMOST HERE MAKING A GIFT OF YOUR STOCK IS AN EFFECTIVE WAY TO HELP BETH JUDEA AND AVOID OWING CAPITAL GAINS TAX If you own appreciated stock you no longer need and are looking for a way to avoid owing capital gains tax, consider making a gift of your stock as an easy and tax-effective way to help Congregation Beth Judea towards our goal of securing a prosperous future for our upcoming generations.

Benefits to you by gifting your appreciated stock to Beth Judea include:  Avoid capital gains taxes of 20% or more  Receive an income tax deduction for the full amount of your gift  Make a meaningful gift with no cash out-of-pocket  Capture the value of your stock and end the worrying about market ups and downs  Put your gift to work right away for Congregation Beth Judea Please contact Arnie Bender, VP Planned Giving at 847-571-1146 if you need assistance with making a stock transfer. We can provide you with transfer instructions to make your gift easy and effective. Sincerely, Arnie Bender Beth Judea VP of Planned Giving

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Donate your appreciated stocks to Beth Judea

You avoid owing capital gains taxes and

Help secure the future of Beth Judea for our upcoming generations.

2017 begins in the evening of Saturday, February 11 and ends in the evening of Sunday, February 12

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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 Pivo at 847-634-0777 or e-mail Rabbi Pivo at rabbipivo@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 Pivo 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.

JANUARY BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: January 14

Cathy Feiger Alan Rosenbloom Robin Udany

Gary Krugel Cheryl Levine Natalie Reinglass

January 16

Robert Atlas Helaine Katz-Ratskoff Jason Neiman

January 3

Alan Marcus Ethel Schwerdlin

January 17

Hadrian Markowitz

January 18 January 4

Barry Bikshorn Lauri Rosenbloom Jack Siegellak Gary Watts

Rhoda Fischman Steve Fischoff Stella Greener Kathryn Harris Linda Kramer Josh Weisberg

January 5

Judith Atlas Diane Shultz

January 19

Barbara Stern

January 20

January 6

Steven Kaufman Robert Lipka Michael Shultz Robert Spiro

Terri Behn 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 1

Amy Bauer Jeff Pivo

January 2

January 7

Rosita Rothenberg

January 8

Cynthia Andreoli Michele Greenberg Howard Levy Renee Lustig Alan Steiner Sanford White

January 9

Renee Brown Matt Veronie

January 10

Bobbie Babbitt Russell Barnett Michael Bauer Allen Harris Stacey Resnik Michael Sturt

January 11

Helen Brin Robert Weissman

January 30

Jerrold Behn Mari Moskowitz Sheldon Rubin

January 12

Nicole Colen Celia Geiger Pamela Kaufman Dmitry Polyakov Judy Solomon

January 31

Kandy Ginsburg Marlene Gothelf Randy Polonsky

January 13

Alan Gould Debbi Green

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 ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy Anniversary to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: January 6

Suzanne & Richard Reingold

January 7

Susan Liebovitz & Michael Mangurten

January 12

Tina Gross Isaacson & Larry Isaacson Marilyn Green-Rebnord & David Rebnord

January 18

Jamie & Jason Breslaw Suzanne & David Waitz

January 23

Marlyn & Marc Spivak

January 27

Mindy & Daniel Jordan

January 31

Barbara Buhai & 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 6

Margaret Atlas Mildred Berngard Samuel Chiet* Martin Garson* Joseph Green Joe Koek Irwin Lipka Bruce Minnick Lewis Pervosky Sylvia Rubin* Gertrude Salzenstein Faye Singer* Louis Vicker* Leona Wolf* Samuel Zablen*

Fannie Barasch Robert Allan Brown Maxwell Clamage Harvey Gold Sol Kaufman* Israel Levine* Stephanie Lustig* Sophie Momet Diana Ratskoff Muriel Sachsel Mabelle Schero Harriet Sumner* Bernard Weisel* Abe Wolinsky*

Violet Barrier* Elizabeth Buff Ruth Duboe Jeri Ann Goldman Audrey Kirst Marilyn Levit Barry Mark Gertrude Trudy Paley Philip Rockwell Theodore Sakol* Rose Schwartz* Toby Charlene Swichkow* Mildred Wittlin* Tillie Yublosky*

January 13

Erwin Berenson Sam Chibnik Carol Feldman* Lillian Goroff* Mollie Kleinman Fannie Orloff Jane Reisberg Ruth Rotman Bessie Shavitz* Samuel Silver Rickey Turovitz

Richard Brown Samuel Cooper* Jane Friedland* Sandee Grossman Marvin Miller Maury Platt* Dr. Jack Rizman* Michael Schwartz Harvey Shiffman* Celia Spivak* Joyce Zolt

Robert Buhai Samuel Dicker Ida Glickman* Samuel Kanter* Betsy Mosak Michelle Rappaport Sherwin Rosenfeld* Ilse Sender* Larry Silver* Sylvia Travis*

January 20

Harriet Ament Merle Bauer Alfred Feiger Lorin Greenberg Linda Katz Shirley Kriegler* Michael Linderman* Lorraine Margolis Fred Moskowitz Ida Polansky Irene Sandler* Robert Silverstone Evelyn Weisel*

Dorothy Aronoff Daniel Brown Andrea Gordon Bernice Gross* Joseph Kolner* Ruth Kurtz* Arlen Litwin Harry Minnick Seymour Nagel David Resnick * Morris Sherman* June Walcer* Shirley Wolf*

Irving Babbitt Irving Coady* Marilyn Gould Hannah Hockfield* Sol Kravitz* Ann Linderman* Mina Magarici Herman Morgenstein* Louis Newman* Berel Sales* Tillie Shore Morris Weiner*

January 27

Ralph Barnett Alexander Davis* Harry Fleiss James Glickman Irving Levy* Philip Meltzer* Irene Ramras Harvey Schmall

Lauri Bauer Herman Feldman* William Frankel* Herbert Kahn Louis Lifshitz* Janice Pivo Joseph Rosenfeld* Milton Silverstein*

Walter Berkley* Mark Fine Janette Friedman Seymour Klein* Louis Margolis Darrell Pollack* Bernice Rothenberg* Hilda Tominberg*

* 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 3

Wally Arbetter Adele Chubin Aubrey Dembo Ann Karno Alex Lustig* Sheila Moskowitz Ernrest Poll Shirley Rose Gertrude Schoeneman*

Marion Bordon Bella Cohen* Charles Frank Miles Klein* Gertrude Manewith June Pearlman* Ida Pollack William Rubenstein* Ethan Noah Sulkin

Sandy Caplan* Abe Cooper* Samuel Goldman* Oscar Krawitz Leonard Meltzer Mandel Perl* Melvin Reback Shirley Schechtman Ruth Zeiger

February 10

David Appel Gerald Bernstein Elmore A. Cohen Pearl Fleiss John Harrington Hyman Karafin Annette Kessler* Adelyn Nixon Rose Secler* Dora Stein*

Anna Berkovitz* Alfred Braun* Gregorio Copelovitz Edward Vincent Fojtik Charlotte Herstein Irv Kaufman Herbert Levine* Margaret Pinkus* Pearl Smiler Betty Wasserman

Roselin Berman Diane Brown* Sarah Feinstone Era Greiman* Robert Isenberg Estelle Kerstein Ethan Levitan* Helen Schwartz* Morris Spiegel* Clara Weisberg

February 17

Jack Babbitt* Jamie Sara Fabian Edith Gordon Anna Herstein Jules Mellow Hymen Polonsky Sam Rothnagel Jerome Schneider* Seymour Shub*

Mitch Davis* Ceil Feldstein Selma Greengard Stuart Julis Solomon Mordoh* David Rosenfeld* Minnette Rothstein Rose Sher Sidney Simons*

Florence Deckowitz Sol Ganelin* John Joseph Harrington Natalie Lubesnick David Polakow* Elizabeth Rosenthal* Lauren Salzenstein Gordon George Sherman* Artur Westerman*

February 24

Dorothy Becker* Alice Copeland* Irwin Dritz Bertha Feldman* Richard Ganden* Benjamin Golyer* Lena Kagan* Gary Korn Norman Leibold* Sandra Levinson Howard Lorber* Victor Nahum* Jacob Petrynek* Dorothy Rose* Marshall Sylvan Bernard Weisberg Leslie Zucker*

Mac Brown* Arthur Deicher Agnes Ellegant Moe Forman* Michael Gerstein Faye Hefler Sylvia Katz* Rita Kravits Sam Lemsky Earl Levit Sidney Lorber* Ann Nemser* Bernard Resnik Mary Alice Ryan Bertha Watchman Inge Weiss

Helen Cohn Harold Dobrikin* Muriel Epstein* Yudes Frumina Corrine Gill Dorothy Hyman Samantha Keeshin* Teddy Kray* Albert Levin Monte Levitt* Jackie Max* Judif Pesin Pola Rizman* Bernard Stouber Howard Weinert Florence Zablen*

* 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: Bruce Butchen Fran Eisner Sheldon Robbins Jerry Savitt CONDOLENCES UPON THE DEATH OF: Judith Bregman Mother of Michael Bregman Irving Kolko Uncle of Steven Kolko Sara Lee Perlman Mother of Susan Zolno

RABBI LIFSHITZ DISCRETIONARY FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Arlen Litwin Nancy & Burt Litwin

RABBI LIFSHITZ LEGACY FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Florence Kanter Herbert Kanter

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CONGRATULATIONS TO: Births: Jill & Harold LeVine upon the birth of their grandson, Noah Solomon LeVine Amie & Jonathan Spitz upon the birth of their son and to Paula & Philip Spitz upon the birth of their grandson, Henry William Spitz

CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Cantor Weisberg for his support during the shiva for Judy Bregman. Bregman & Pervos Families

Engagements: Sandy Goldenberg and Elliott Englander

IN HONOR OF: Hazzan Roger Weisberg upon his 30th anniversary with Beth Judea. Congratulations. Lillian, Adam, Rosie & Ellie Landau Arlene & Sandy Moses Jan & Mike Schrimmer Laura & Stan Zoller

Brenda & Dr. Jay Levin upon the engagement of their daughter, Amy Levin to Daniel Klein.

IN MEMORY OF: Sarah Lee Perlman, beloved mother of Susan & Mark Zolno. Gayle & Rick Pervos

Randee & Carl Weiss upon the engagement of their daughter, Shelly Weiss to Eric McQuaid

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Fredrick Fleiss Susan Stouber & Wenk Family

Rita & Steven Spitz upon the birth of their granddaughter, Emma Rose Spitz

Philip Rockwell Martin Rockwell RABBI PIVO DISCRETIONARY FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Rabbi Pivo for the beautiful baby naming. Nicole & Dmitry Fishkin

Robert Silverstone, beloved husband, father and grandfather. Susan Silverstone Newton Truger, in memory of our beloved father and papa. Aileen & Steve Simons

Rabbi Pivo for the beautiful service he conducted when our granddaughter, Ava received her Hebrew name. Geri & Rob Friedman UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Phyllis Shatz, our beloved aunt. Brandt Family

TRIBUTES GENERAL FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea John Ioanes Congregation Beth Judea clergy and lay leadership during the shiva for Harvey Bregman. Bregman & Pervos Families IN MEMORY OF: Arlene Ganden, beloved mother of Howard & Diane Ganden and Family. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger Martin Reicher, beloved father of Myron & Janet Reicher. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Dorothy Swetin Eichner, in loving memory of our beloved mother and grandmother. Miriam (Mimi) Spickard & Shana Cooper Mollie Kleinman, in loving memory. Elise Kleinman & Joseph Rosenfeld Ruth Kurtz Joan & Norm Kurtz Morrie Mangurten, beloved father and grandfather. Michael, Susan, Lauren & Steven Mangurten Bruce J. Minnick Janice & Craig Minnick Sylvia Travis Claudia & Mark Travis

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CAMP RAMAH FUND

EDUCATION FUND

IN MEMORY OF: Debby Cortes, beloved mother of Natalie & Brian Gurin and Family. Cindy Lipka Marcie, Alan & Ross Marcus Karen & Philip Nagel Sherry & Daniel Weinberger

IN HONOR OF: The Gimel Class teachers and religious school staff. CBJ Gimel Class students and parents

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jeanne S. Babbitt Bobbie & Floyd Babbitt KIDDUSH FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Irving H. Babbitt Bobbie & Floyd Babbitt FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN FUND IN HONOR OF: Rebecca & Phil Andreoli upon the birth of their son, Jake Sullivan Andreoli. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sylvia Polakow Pam & Joel Polakow and Family

LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND IN MEMORY OF: Marilyn Rosen, in loving memory of the mother of our beloved daughter-in-law, Jill Stark. Linda & Albert Stark

Brenda & Jay Levin upon the engagement of their daughter, Amy Levin and Daniel Klein. Maureen & David Stolman IN MEMORY OF: Debby Cortes, beloved mother of Natalie & Brian Gurin and Family. BJE MEN’S CLUB FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: CBJ Men’s Club, Aleph Class and USY/Kadima for the Hanukkah candles. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Louis Elisco, always remembered. Hennie Elisco

USY/KADIMA SCHOLARSHIP FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Cantor Murray Nixon Kay Nixon Helen Schwartz Hyman Schwartz in loving memory of our beloved parents. Rhonda & Bob Schwartz

TRIBUTES JERRY BERENSON MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jerry Berenson Sarah Berenson Singer Jean Berenson & Family Jerry Berenson, devoted father and grandfather. Melinda, Jeff, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine Sarah Berenson Singer, devoted mother and grandmother. Melinda, Jeff, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine

JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Judy Walcer, in loving memory. Rhonda & Larry Wollheim RACHEL HIRSHMAN MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Cantor Murray Nixon Kay Nixon Helen Schwartz Hyman Schwartz in loving memory of our beloved parents. Rhonda & Bob Schwartz

Frank Singer, devoted grandfather. Melinda, Jeff, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine

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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 Conducted by Rabbi Jeff Pivo and Cantor Roger J. Weisberg 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. Alternative Shabbat Service (Interpretive Minyan).. 10:30 a.m.

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

Candle Lighting Times Candle Lighting time is calculated for 18 minutes before sunset and is adjusted for Daylight Savings Time. January 6 ............................................................ 4:18 pm January 13 ........................................................... 4:26 pm January 20 ........................................................... 4:34 pm January 27 ........................................................... 4:43 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.