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Shabbat June 9, 2017 Israel Committee Speaker June 11, 2017 Richard Baehr: President Trump and the New American Narrative for the Middle East
Awards & Installation Shabbat Service June 24, 2017
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Rabbi’s Reflections THE JOURNEY AHEAD specifics, the road map, of how we will Judaism is exquisitely attuned to time. get there. As we have all seen, it is From the smallest moment of each day to the process that is both exhilarating the grand sweep of history, Torah and and exhausting, just as it was for our Jewish tradition provide meaningful ways ancestors on their journey. What to understand the import of every ensured a successful outcome for them moment. Prayer services morning, was not their inherent goodness or afternoon, and evening are keyed to faith. As we well know, they were, those particular times of day and perhaps like us, a stiff-necked people. structured to highlight our connection to Rabbi Jeff Pivo Their path to Sinai and beyond was not those times. At seder and on the occasion the most direct or easiest route, but rather the of a brit milah, we invoke the presence of Elijah one whose twists and turns revealed who they the prophet, signaling the connection between our truly were. In seeking a home, they found past and the future in which we will welcome the themselves. You, too, are on a journey into a messiah. And through the annual holiday cycle we shared communal future. The road there is celebrate the sequence of creation during the fall neither straight nor without bumps. But by hagim, redemption from bondage at Pesakh, and travelling it together, talking together about the revelation of Torah during Shavuot. who the new rabbi will be, what they should do, or not do, how they should lead, or not At this moment in the Jewish year, we are on the lead, you are also discovering who you are as journey from Mitzrayim to Sinai. This time of year a kehillah. There is tremendous value in that is when the Israelites left Egypt and began the process, regardless of the candidate, because trek toward Canaan, when God suddenly asks heading into the next chapter in Beth Judea’s them to approach a particular place, to prepare history, you will have outlined the values, themselves for a meeting that will forever alter behaviors, and rituals that define who you are. them and their relationship to each other and to It is only through that process that you will God. We recall and relive that moment at Shavuot know where you should be going. in a few weeks, but we’re not there yet because they were not yet there at this moment. Where We have just concluded the period of the they were, and where we are, is in between. The Omer, the time between Pesakh and Shavuot, Israelites, having just escaped Pharaoh’s chariots between Mitzrayim and Sinai, between the at the Sea of Reeds, knew that the only path now past that shaped us and the future that will was forward, but none of them had ever been to define us. I want to thank all of you for the the Promised Land where they were headed and, opportunity you gave me to serve the Beth as they approached Sinai, none knew what to Judea community these last six years. As you expect. look ahead to the journey to come, I wish you joy and fulfillment in discovering who you are As Beth Judea seeks a new rabbi, and as I seek a as a community and who you may yet be. new community, we know where we have been, and where we are at this very moment. But we do not yet know what is to come. We move ahead, toward a future whose contours we only vaguely perceive. We have ideas about what might happen, what we would like to do, but we lack the
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CBJ ONLINE
To Our Beth Judea Family and Friends: Rabbi Jeff Pivo
Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz
On behalf of the Clergy, Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Staff of Congregation Beth Judea, we wish you and yours a very happy Shavuot blessed with peace, prosperity, and good health on this holiday and always.
Hazzan Roger Weisberg
Lisa Neiman Executive Director
Arnie Goldberg CBJ President
Marc Sender Youth Director
Anna Besser Education Director
In This Issue Rabbi’s Reflections Shavuot Message Calendar Shavuot Beth Judea Mission Statement Notes from the Cantor President’s Message Confirmation Upcoming Events Awards & Installation Officers & Board Members Special Events Religious Education BJE Early Childhood Youth The Word - June-July 2017
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Adult Education Sisterhood Sisterhood Book Club Sisterhood Gift Shop Men’s Club Men’s Club Softball League Community News Shalva Gift Cards Goodman’s Blog Interfaith Council The Helping Hand Plan Hesed Birthdays & Anniversaries Yahrzeits Tributes
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CALENDAR TISHA B’AV
SHAVUOT May 30 May 31 June 1
Tikkun L’eil Shavuot Learning Lesson Shavuot I – Shavuot Services Shavuot II – Shavuot Services & Yizkor
July 31 August 1
Erev Tisha B’Av Tisha B’Av
Adult Ed
Special Events June 2 June 2 June 3 June 9 June 11 June 24
Summer Senior Sendoff BBQ Shabbat Services led by Youth Confirmation (during Shabbat Services) Shirat Shabbat Guest Speaker: Richard Baehr Shabbat Services Awards & Installation
June 20
AJEC Lunch & Learn
Hebrew Classes in Progress
Ulpan 1 Ulpan 2 Weekly & Shabbat Classes See Our Website for details
Sisterhood June 5 June 11 June 15
Sisterhood Installation Dinner Sisterhood Judaic Arts Program Sisterhood Book Club Sisterhood Gift Shop
Men’s Club June 3 July 1 July 29
Lieberman Visit Lieberman Visit Lieberman Visit CBJ SOFTBALL LEAGUE INFO
Religious School June 3
Confirmation (during Shabbat Service)
Youth IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES FOR YOUTH View our calendar online at http://tinyurl.com/BJUSYCalendar
Save the Date July 31 August 7 August 13 August 20
Rummage Sale Drop Offs Begin Annual Rummage Sale Block Party Annual Jack Rizman Golf Outing
Don’t Miss Page 25! Beth Judea Community News BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers June 2, 2017– 7:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of June will be recognized at our service on June 2nd. Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm. Children of every age are welcome!
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers
Meetings Please check website The Word - June/July 2017
July 7, 2017– 7:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of July will be recognized at our service on July 7th . Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm. Children of every age are welcome!
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SHAVUOT Congregation Beth Judea invites you to join us for
Tikkun Leil An Evening of Study and Conversation
SCHEDULE: Erev Shavuot Tuesday, May 30, 2017 Mincha/Ma’ariv Services – 7:30 pm Tikkun Leil Learning Lesson – 8:00 pm Light Candles before 8:03 pm
Shavuot I Wednesday, May 31, 2017 (Office Closed) Shavuot Services – 9:30 am Minyan – 7:30 pm Light Candles after 9:11 pm
Shavuot II Thursday, June 1, 2017 (Office Closed) Shavuot Services with Yizkor – 9:30 am Minyan – 7:30 pm
Tuesday Evening May 30, 2017 8:00 pm Shirim: Poems/Songs That Inspire Us Join us to hear and discuss the verses of poetry and song that have inspired our clergy and lay teachers, as well as how our relationship to these works evolves over time. Erev Shavuot Services will begin at 7:30 pm with Mincha & Ma’ariv followed by Tikkun Leil. Please RSVP as food will be served (cheesecake, blintzes, etc.) after each 20-30 minute session.
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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. 5
NOTES FROM THE CANTOR THE SUMMER OF `17 Many opportunities for service participation!
HAZZAN ROGER WEISBERG
Summer can be the perfect time to take up or revitalize synagogue skills. We have ample openings for both adults and young adults who have learned to leyn (read) Torah. Or perhaps you would like to lead some of our services: weekday mornings or evenings or on Shabbat? Do not let these abilities go to waste!! When was the last time you were called up to the Torah for an aliyah or a related Torah honor? We even have opportunities for learning and taking part in the unique chanting of the Book of Eicha which is read on Erev Tisha B’Av (the evening of Monday, July 31st this year).
How can we make your role in our synagogue service more fulfilling, more meaningful? I am ready and happy to work with you and provide you with recordings to help strengthen you in whatever area you would like to participate – I just need to hear from you!! 5778 HIGH HOLIDAY TORAH – Each year we have a few openings for those who would like to prepare a Torah portion for Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur, depending on time and location. This is a wonderful opportunity, particularly for those who recently completed the Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah program, as well as others who have become Bar or Bat Mitzvah this past year. If you have been reading Torah on the Holidays these past years, please email me ASAP to confirm that you wish to do so again this coming fall, so I can hold that reading for you! 5778 HIGH HOLIDAY CHOIR – Another opportunity for those who are musically inclined is our High Holiday Choir that rehearses on Tuesday evenings beginning usually in early July. We would love to have you join us this year. If you are thinking about it, please contact either me (hazzanweisberg@bethjudea.org) or Marty Karlin (karlin0704@gmail.com) for details. The rehearsal schedule for the 2017 High Holiday season will be available soon! SHIRAT SHABBAT MUSIC ENSEMBLE – Do you play guitar or flute, violin or clarinet? Do you like to harmonize? We are always looking for music-minded members to enhance our Friday evening worship, enlivening our prayers, and bringing added warmth and joy as we welcome Shabbat with instrumental accompaniment. If you’re interested, please let me know!
Jr. YAD SQUAD PROGRAM for YOUNG TORAH READERS! A special opportunity for accelerated incoming Bet Students to learn how to read Torah with Hazzan Weisberg on Thursdays, 4:15 - 5:00 PM!! Students who enjoy learning Hebrew and music are invited to get a head start using the ancient musical phrases known as the Trope System. After getting to know the trope signs, students will have a chance to prepare small portions in the Torah for Gan Shabbat services in early 2018, for the Bet Class Shabbat, and Alef/Bet Kallah that spring. There is a one-time $60 fee for texts/recordings. Returning Jr. Yad Squad members will be able to continue their Torah-reading studies and receive new assignments in the 3:30-4:15 PM time slot on Tuesdays before school. Please contact me at (847) 634-0777 or hazzanweisberg@bethjudea.org to sign up or for more info. Please respond by June 15, 2017 if you wish to participate in any of the above opportunities
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President’s Message The professional staff’s jobs are made June 24th will mark the end of my easier by their support staff – from our tenure as President of CBJ. It has been a most rewarding experience, maintenance staff: Carlos and Manny, our and it has been my honor to have administrative staff, Andrea, Theresa, and served. We, as a congregation, are Audrey; our school teachers, and our strong because we support and youth advisors. On behalf of the entire respect one another. We are a warm congregation I wish to express our ARNIE GOLDBERG and welcoming community, but more CBJ PRESIDENT appreciation for your hard work and importantly, we care about each other dedication to CBJ. and can always be counted on to assist those who are in need. No one leader can be successful without a Our sense of community is what has sustained strong team of lay leaders. Our Executive us for our first fifty years and will continue to Committee, our Board of Directors, the special sustain us in the future. I recognize that and ad-hoc committees who have volunteered change can be difficult, but clearly without their time and sage advice; I cannot thank you change an organization cannot survive. We enough. Each of you has become so much more are a diverse congregation of 550 members. than fellow board members; you have become Each member family brings a different close personal friends. attribute, a different level of observance, and a After the 24th I will be taking on two new unique family dynamic. While we are guided volunteer roles. First, I will become a past by the standards of the Conservative president of CBJ; I will continue to serve on the Movement, we must show respect and Board of Directors and will serve on several understanding for each congregant. As your committees to assist your new Executive leader, I have tried to listen to everyone’s point Committee. I will be actively involved of view and show respect. If I did not participating on the 50th Anniversary committee accomplish that goal, I apologize; I did my planning events to mark this important best. anniversary of our congregation. Second, I have No organization can maintain itself without a volunteered to work as a Kehila Ambassador to strong staff, and no leader can be successful four local congregations, helping to improve without assistance and support. Our communication between the USCJ and these congregation works well because of the congregations. relationship among our clergy, professional I am thankful to every CBJ member for having staff, lay leaders, and volunteers. entrusted me with the presidency of this I would like to thank Rabbi Pivo, Hazzan congregation. I hope that Sid and Dana will Weisberg, Lisa Neiman, Anna Besser, and enjoy the same satisfaction in their new roles. Mark Sender for all they do to keep our Arnie Goldberg congregation functioning daily and meeting our CBJ President community’s needs.
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Upcoming Events
Sunshine Fund The primary purpose of the shiva tradition, or "sitting shiva," is to create an environment of comfort and community for mourners; it helps guide friends and family members through the loss of a loved one. Throughout the weeklong shiva period, mourners come together in one family’s home to offer their condolences and support. From a practical standpoint, the shiva process and practices associated with Jewish mourning add comfort to the life of a mourner following a death. In the period after suffering a loss, a mourner may be comforted by the structure and routines prescribed by traditional Jewish mourning laws.
Join us on Friday June 9th at 7:30 pm as we celebrate
SHIRAT SHABBAT
Musical ShaBBaT Celebration!!!
Historically, the Board of Directors of Congregation Beth Judea has sent shiva baskets to the immediate family of Board members; parents, spouses, siblings and G-d forbid, children. We would like to extend this gesture to the entire congregation. As chairman of the Sunshine Fund, donations may be sent to Mitch Hecht at 215 S. Evergreen Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 or to the shul attention Lisa Neiman. Thanking you in advance for you generous donations. Respectfully, Mitch Hecht
Did You Know... Do you know of information that would be of interest to our congregants? If so, please let us know.
CONFIRMATION Mazel Tov to:
Charlie Appel Lauren Appel Molly Appel Carly Colen Jordyn Neiman Elana Redfern Nathan Scheibe who will be confirmed on: Saturday, June 3, 2017 – 9:30 am (as part of the morning services)
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Special Events
SUMMERTIME SHABBAT CELEBRATION Sponsored by the Linda & Albert Stark Fund
INVITES YOU TO JOIN US ON SUNDAY, JUNE 11th at 10:00 am as we welcome our Guest Speaker:
RICHARD BAEHR, NOTED SPEAKER AND WRITER
Come join us for dinner and Shabbat services led by the youth before you say good-bye for the summer!
Camp USY Summer Programs Israel Programs Maccabi Games Graduating Seniors
6:15 Dinner: Hot Dogs/Hamburgers/Chips/Soda 7:30 Shabbat Send-Off Service Led by Youth
Sponsored by the Linda & Albert Stark Fund
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TOPIC: President Trump and the New American Narrative for the Middle East Richard has had a long interest in the Middle East, and American politics, and is a frequent speaker and writer on these subjects. He has spoken at many Jewish organization meetings, synagogues, and colleges dealing with American political trends, Israeli-Palestinian relations, American politics and Israel, and the future of Israel and the Middle East. Richard is a Distinguished Fellow of the Jewish Policy Center and has been a panelist for Jewish Policy Center Forums along with Michael Medved, John Podhoretz, Caroline Glick, and David Horowitz. He has been a guest on many talk radio programs, including those of Michael Medved, Dennis Miller, and Milt Rosenberg. Richard also writes a commentary on the Middle East and American politics which is distributed by email and contributes articles to the Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom and the online website www.americanthinker.com for which he is the cofounder and Chief Political Correspondent. Richard has written for the Wall Street Journal, Investors Business Daily, the Jerusalem Post, and the Chicago Tribune. Richard is a graduate of the Sloan School of Management of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Kenyon College. Please rsvp to lneiman@bethjudea.org
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2017- 2018 Officers and Directors Thank you to our outgoing officers and board members for their guidance, dedication and service to Beth Judea OFFICERS President Executive VP VP of Education VP of Facilities VP of Finance VP of Membership VP of Planned Giving VP of Programming VP of Ritual VP of Social Action/Israel Affairs VP of Ways & Means VP of Youth Secretary
INCOMING
OUTGOING
Sidney Mathias Dana Goldstein Open Herb Finn Gary Krugel Arnold Bender Brian Gurin Allen Harris Bruce Darin Cathy Feiger Mitch Hecht Ken Redfern Tammy Brody
Arnie Goldberg Sidney Mathias Lance Pacernick Dana Goldstein Gary Krugel Michael Gluck Arnold Bender Tammy Brody Bruce Darin Scott Eisner Brian Gurin Andrew Bauman Mark Sheft
BOARD OF DIRECTORS INCOMING * / (Current) Marah Altenberg Larry Bender Rhonda Cohn * Sisterhood Co-President Leslie Dahan * Bruce Entman Brad Finkel Herbert Finn Ron Friedman Michael Gluck * Arnie Goldberg * Immediate Past President Brian Gurin Mitch Hecht Jason Heiger Debbie Karp Sherry Krawitz Steve Limer * Stewart Margolis Michael Movitz Natalie Pesin* Dave Rebnord * Heidi Sakol Sisterhood Co-President Jerry Sakol Men's Club President Rebecca Schlichting * Lewis Smith Natalie Solomon *
OUTGOING
Kitty Hoffman Brian Gurin
Herbert Finn
Cathy Feiger Debbie Kreisman Dubin
Mitch Hecht
Ken Redfern Alan Friedlander
Merle Rumack
* Indicates new appointment as of July 1, 2017
Special Events
Congregation Beth Judea is once again hosting a USY on Wheels Bus HOUSING NEEDED ON THURSDAY, JUNE 29th Congregation Beth Judea is once again hosting a USY on Wheels Bus. USY on Wheels is a spectacular program that allows usyers to travel around the country in a Bus for 6 weeks and explore Judaism in a variety of ways and from a variety of places. This is made possible through congregations and congregants opening their doors and homes and hosting these USYers as they come through each city. This summer Congregation Beth Judea has the unique honor to once again be hosting a USY on Wheels Bus for one night on THURSDAY, JUNE 29th. We are therefore reaching out to you to open your home and take in at least two USYers (no USYers can be housed alone). If you are able to house USYers please click the link below to sign up with your information: Wheels Bus 2017 Host Family RSVP We will give preference to families that have USY or close to USY aged children around during the summer, however due to the large number of USYers that we will be hosting we are looking for anybody who can host regardless of if they have children around or not. Housing of the USYers will require them to be picked up from Congregation Beth Judea on THURSDAY night (they will have already been fed dinner). The USYers would then need to be fed breakfast on FRIDAY morning and dropped back off at the synagogue (this is generally early enough to get to work on time, typically around 7:30am). More information on exact timings as well as a detailed packet about hosting a USYer can be sent to anybody whose home is selected. Please RSVP ASAP by clicking the above link. If you have any questions at all please contact Marc Sender. Thank you in advance for all your help. B'Shalom Marc Sender - Youth Director Congregation Beth Judea
Special Events MEN’S CLUB ANNUAL GOLF OUTING MEN’S CLUB 22ND ANNUAL TISHA B’AV SERVICES TUESDAY, August 1, 2017 8:00 am PLEASE COME JOIN US FOR THESE COMMEMORATIVE SERVICES Interested in participating in these services? Click Here
DR. JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING Sunday, August 20, 2017 (watch our website and your weekly emails for upcoming details)
Photo from last year’s event July 31– Erev Tisha B’Av | August 1 – Tisha B’Av
IMPORTANT DATES IN JEWISH HISTORY MAY 21
SHAVUOT I
JUNE 1
SHAVUOT II
JULY 11
FAST OF TAMUZ
JULY 31
EREV TISHA B’AV FAST BEGINS AT SUNDOWN
AUGUST 1
TISHA B’AV
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES AT BETH JUDEA JULY July 9 Men’s Club Brunch with Temple Chai July 9 Sunday in the Park July 9 Israel Committee Movie July 19 Men’s Club Convention July 21 Shabbat Service Honoring Donors July 23 Sisterhood Convention July 30 Drop Offs for Rummage Sale Begin AUGUST August 3 August 6 August 13 August 18 August 20 August 20
Israel Scouts Rummage Sale Annual Block Party Shabbat Under the Stars School Meet n’ Greet Jack Rizman Memorial Golf Outing
Religious Education SHAVUOT
Anna Besser Education Director
Shavuot celebrates the Jewish people receiving The Torah from G-d. Every year, Jews around the world commemorate this festival by reciting the Ten Commandments, eating lots of dairy products and cake to remember the introduction of ‘Kosher’ food, as well as eating the 'first fruits,’ which were the native foods of Israel. However, how can we incorporate all these commemorations into one task? By making a Bible cake of course!
Bible Cake: The ingredients for this cake are hidden in Bible verses. Study first, then bake, and eat.
Ingredients: A. B. C. D. E. F.
½ cup Judges 5:25 2 cups Jeremiah 6:20 2 tablespoons I Samuel 14:25 6 Jeremiah 17:11 1 ½ cups I Kings 5:2 2 teaspoons Amos 4:5
G. H. I. J. K. L.
4 teaspoons4 teaspoons II Chronicles 9:9 a pinch of Leviticus 2:13 ½ cup Judges 4:19 2 cups (chopped) Nahum 3:12 2 cups I Samuel 30:12 2 cups (chopped) Numbers 13:23
Directions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Cream together A, B, C and the yolks of D. Sift together E, F, G, and H. Combine the above together with I. Add J, L, and K. Add in stiffly beaten whites of D. Bake in a well-greased rectangular (13″ X 9″) pan at 325 degrees for an hour or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
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TEACHER RETIREMENT Congregation Beth Judea Religious School will be recognizing and honoring our retiring teachers, Batya Kogan, Norm Kurtz, and Jodi Levit on Shabbat morning, June 24th at 9:30 am as part of the Shabbat morning services. Their years of hard work and dedication have greatly benefited CBJ. They’ve enriched the lives of countless students fortunate to be in their classes. The teachers and I, as well as the students and madrichim, will miss Batya, Norm, and Jodi dearly. We hope all of you can join us to recognize these 3 amazing educators who’ve spent their lives dedicated to service. Their contribution and guidance to CBJ Religious School will be sorely missed. SHABBAT, JUNE 24, 2017 9:30 am Honoring our retired teachers
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Religious Education Confirmation Class of 5777 Congratulations to this year’s Confirmation Class: Charlie Appel, Lauren Appel, Molly Appel, Carly Colen, Jordyn Neiman, Elana Redfern, and Nathan Scheibe. Over the years, you have devoted yourselves to a lifetime of Jewish learning. Mazel Tov - You have worked hard towards this goal! 18 + Shabbat Awards Each year there are certain students who go above and beyond the School Shabbat Service requirement. We recognize those who have attended 18 or more Shabbat Services this year with a gift card to Barnes & Noble and/or Amazon. They are: Madeline Berenson Hannah Levsky Lauren Dragon Gillian Rosen Samuel Gold Yasher Koach for your accomplishments! Religious School Hours Please note that during the summer, the religious school office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. If you have any concerns or would like to just visit, please do not hesitate to come in. Have a wonderful summer. Thank You to our Teachers The 2016-2017 school year has drawn to a close. It was a year of many highlights. We are blessed with excellent teachers who make every effort to reach each of our students on an individual level. They plan superb lessons so that our students can learn about, appreciate, and thrive in their Judaism. Our students are very well prepared to face the world as knowledgeable Jews. And . . . such enthusiastic students we have! It is a pleasure to observe them in their studies and their informal gatherings. I would like to thank all our teachers who diligently taught our children this year. They are: June Fox Marc Sender Natalie Gurin Shira Sender Judy Jury Michele Sussman Batya Kogan Erica Veronie Norm Kurtz Peggy Weiner Jodi Levit Debbie Weiss Lisa Ribot Sandra Zussman Tammy Scheibe I also want to thank our music teachers, Sari Gluck and Amelia Landau, for making music enjoyable and fun for all! Best wishes for a very relaxing summer vacation. -Anna Besser
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BJE Early Childhood Centers
Camp Ramah
Registration for 2017-2018
Registration at the Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Center at Beth Judea is well under way. Registration for our 2017-2018 school year has begun. Schedule a visit to one of our classes: New Steps (parent/caregiver and toddler), More Steps (2 year olds), Kadima (3 year olds) and Pre-K, and learn about our amazing curriculum. Call us at 847634-0363 to begin your child’s preschool journey.
Camp Ramah Special Needs Programs
Come and see what we’re all about!
Camp Ramah Registration 2017
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Camp Ramah Job Opportunities
Youth Mazel Tov to our Outgoing 2016-2017 BJUSY Executive Board And Welcome to our Newly Elected Incoming 2017-2018 Board 2016-2017 Outgoing Board Member
Position
2017-2018 Incoming Board Member
President
Paige Reinstein
Lauren Appel
Executive Vice-President
Maddie Brim
Jordyn Neiman
Communications VP
Lauren Appel
Abbey Finn
Israel Affairs VP
Samantha Brody
Molly Appel
Membership/Kadima VP
Jordyn Neiman
Chuck Appel
Programming VP
Maddie Brim
Religion/Education VP
Meira Groth
Samantha Brody
Social Action/Tikkun Olam VP
Elana Redfern
Elana Redfern
Immediate Past President
Avi Limer
Paige Reinstein
Junior Class Representative
Avi Weiss
Meira Groth
Honorary Board Member at Large
Maddie Brim
Honorary Board Member at Large
Ari Weiss
2016 – 2017 Outgoing Board Members
Names from left to right: Ari Weiss, Avi Limer, Maddie Brim, Elana Redfern, Lauren Appel, Jordyn Neiman, Samantha Brody, Paige Reinstein and Meira Groth
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Youth Have you heard the news??? BJUSY is the 2016-2017 CHUSY Region Chapter of the year!!! AND Most improved chapter of the year!!! At the CHUSY Spring Kinnus convention BJUSY won some very prestigious awards!!! Check out a few pictures from the weekend: Click Here! BJUSY won 17 various awards for chapter programming including sweeping all of the Israel programming awards and receiving best of the best in that category (shout out to our Israel Affairs Vice-President, Samantha Brody). BJUSY also went on to have two members elected to the 20172018 CHUSY Regional Board. Congratulations to Maddie Brim, elected Executive Vice-President, and Ari Weiss, elected Membership-Kadima Vice-President. Additionally, two of our members received individual Regional Derech Eretz awards for how they approach all things. Mazel tov to Elana Redfern and Ari Weiss on those well deserved awards!!! The entire weekend was topped off when, for the first time ever, CHUSY region chose to award its two highest honors, the most improved chapter of the year award and the best chapter of the year award to the same chapter. The chapter that was called to receive the two honors was none other than our BJUSY Purple Elephants! Thank you to the CBJ Staff and Board of Directors for all of their support, the youth committee for their dedication and hard work, the BJUSY General Board for all of their help throughout the year, our entire BJUSY Purple Elephant family, and the entire CBJ community for showing such a dedication to our youth!!! #BJUSYTribe #BJUSYPurpleElephants #BJUSYCOTY2017 Special recognition goes to our Youth Vice-President, Andrew Bauman, who works tirelessly to provide for all CBJ Youth, and to our Youth Advisor, Julie Minor, for all of her great work with our teens. Mazel Tov to our 2016-2017 BJUSY Executive Board: President: Paige Reinstein Executive Vice-President: Maddie Brim Israel Affairs Vice-President: Samantha Brody Membership/Kadima Vice-President: Jordyn Neiman Religion/Education Vice-President: Meira Groth Social Action/Tikun Olam Vice-President: Elana Redfern Communications Vice-President: Lauren Appel Junior Representative: Ari Weiss Immediate Past-President: Avi Limer It is truly an honor and a privilege for me to work with such an incredible group of teens and I can't wait to see the amazing things they will continue to do in the future!!! Thank you to all who helped make this possible!!! B'Shalom, Marc
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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 June/July 2017 Tikkun Leil Learning Session: Shirim: Poems/Songs That Inspire Us Tuesday Evening, May 30, 2017 8:00 pm Join us to hear and discuss the verses of poetry and song that have inspired our clergy and lay teachers, as well as how our relationship to these works evolves over time.
Ongoing Hebrew Classes Ulpan 1
Ulpan2
Taught by Lee Goldberg
Taught by Lee Goldberg
Thursday evenings; 8:00 – 9:00 pm Now through June 22, 2017
Thursday evenings; 6:30 – 7:30 pm Now through June 22, 2017
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 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 Israel’s leaders are dealing with the Palestinians, with the growing number of Islamic extremist groups, with the Arab world, with the greater international community? Tuesday mornings after minyan (8:30 –9:15 am)
Diving Into Talmud: Grappling with Life, Law and Innovation Taught by Orin Rotman
The Talmud is a profoundly rich compilation of wisdom that has continued relevance to our contemporary search for meaning. It addresses eternal questions of ethics, human nature and our relationship to the Divine. Participate in a lively discussion of the Talmud and its relevance for us today. No prior knowledge required and texts will be provided. (Artscroll Schottenstein edition is used for the class) Sunday mornings at 8 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
AJEC PRESENTS LUNCH & LEARN Featuring Jane Shapiro
Tuesday, June 20, 2017 10:00 am check-in The Arboretum Club in Buffalo Grove RSVP by June 9 – No Walk-Ins
Five Daughters From the Bible Dare to Be Different Five women, daughters of a man with no sons, stand up for their rights. How does their experience relate to women today and our ability to reach higher, expect more, and want change?
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Sisterhood We also want to encourage all Sisterhood members to attend Women’s League 2017 Convention, July 23 – 26 in Arlington, Virginia. This convention will focus on the 100-year history of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism and further the role of advancing the status of women in Jewish life, religious equality and pluralism within the Conservative movement, the success and security of the state of Israel, and a commitment to the health and wellbeing of women around the world. Think of it as part of your summer get away. Share a wonderful Shabbat experience with Men’s Club as they conclude their convention on July 22nd and Women’s League begins on the 23rd. Women’s League helps to develop leadership skills and provides a wide variety of activities and learning opportunities. Please consider attending the convention and find more information on the Women’s League Facebook page or the website at www.wlcj.org. See you soon, 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.
STOP! BEFORE YOU DONATE THOSE SALEABLE ITEMS
SISTERHOOD ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE SUNDAY, AUGUST 6, 2017 We will be accepting donations of clothing, household items, dishes, kitchenware, books, toys, bikes, pictures, linens and SMALL furniture. Drop offs begin July 30th. More details to follow
Sisterhood Book Club
Where every woman’s voice is heard
Beth Judea Sisterhood Judaic Arts Program Design and craft a fused glass mezuzah
Sunday, June 11, 2017
12:00-2:00pm Gallery's Choice Studio 926 Warren Ave. Downers Grove, IL 60515 We will meet at Beth Judea at 11:00 and car pool to the studio or you are welcome to meet us there. Cost per project: $20 (You can make more than one if desired) Klaf (Kosher scroll to place inside the mezuzah) available for purchase from the Sisterhood Gift Shop.
http://www.galleryschoice.com/Fused_Glass_MEZUZA HS_Sunday_June_11_noon_p/mezuzah11.htm Select MEETUPS AND GROUPS (top left) Select SISTERHOOD MEZUZAHS class Add the Mezuzah class to your "bag" Add the coupon code: MEZUZAH11 Then select shipping method: ONLINE/NO SHIPPING (price reduces to $20) Pay for the class. DONE!
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Sisterhood Installation Dinner
Sisterhood Book Club
Where every woman’s voice is heard SISTERHOOD BOOK CLUB Come Join Us As We Discuss THE ORPHAN’S TALE by Pam Jenoff
A powerful novel of friendship during World War II. The Orphan’s Tale introduces two extraordinary women and their harrowing stories of sacrifice and survival.
Position
2016-2017 Outgoing Board Member
Co-Presidents:
Kitty Hoffman
Exec. VP:
2017-2018 Incoming Board Member Heidi Sakol and Rhonda Cohn Sarah Goldenberg
Fundraising VP
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Bobbi Goldenberg
Membership VP:
Debbie Limer
Debbie Limer
Programming VP:
Sarah Goldenberg
Rebecca Schlichting
Education VP:
Andrea Heiger
Andrea Heiger
Torah Fund VP:
Fran Eisner
Fran Eisner
Secretary:
Merle Rumack
Merle Rumack
Treasurer:
Davida Finkle
Davida Finkle
Parliamentarian:
Sherry Krawitz and Lauri Rosenbloom
Kitty Hoffman
Book Discussion will be on Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 7:30 pm At Brenda Levin’s Home Please RSVP to brendaclevin@yahoo.com
This event is open to Sisterhood and CBJ Women
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Sisterhood Gift Shop The Sisterhood of Beth Judea proudly shares about our renowned Judaica Shop! Our Judaica Shop carries a wide variety of items and gifts with continually updated inventory. Stop by and take a look at many of the following types of items: *Tallitot *Kippot *Women’s Head Coverings *Seder Plates *Hanukkah Menorahs *Shabbat Candlesticks *Kiddush Cups *Tzedakah Boxes *Wedding Gifts * Shofars *Bar & Bat Mitzvah Gifts *Mezuzah Cases and Kosher Scrolls *Yahrzeit Candles *Jewish Children’s Books *Wall Home Blessings *Hostess Gifts *Wedding Glasses *Decorative items……..and so much more! Come and browse our amazing collections of beautiful Judaic Jewelry – for both Men and Women! We have countless Hamsas, Chais, Stars and Hoshens. You will love our special designer pieces. Also our non-Judaic jewelry can make a special gift as well.! You will find many price points to meet all budgets. Our extensive collection of tallitot, for both men and women, is a specialty we are known for in the Chicagoland area! We always have approximately 100 of the tallitot in stock…most of them made in Israel! If the choices are overwhelming – or you wish to simply allow a family member or friend choose on their own – a Gift Certificate may be the wise choice for you – any denomination – anytime. We make it easy for you too – as we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover! So stop by and visit us to see for yourself why all of the talk! Our hours when Hebrew School is in session are: Tuesdays – 4 pm to 8 pm
Sundays – 9 am to 12:30 pm
We also will gladly make appointments to meet with you at your convenience – simply contact: Karen Nagel; 847-722-6621; geniuspkn2@aol.com Ann Lerman; 847-373-8640;annlerman325@gmail.com Have the Judaica Shop be a go-to spot for all your Judaic needs – please come visit us soon!
Congregation Beth Judea Gift Shop (Where shopping is a mitzvah)
20% OFF ONE SINGLE ITEM OF $25 OR MORE Coupon must be present at time of purchase Exclusions include sale merchandise, special orders, scrolls. One coupon per family. No other discounts or promotions apply -Expires December 31, 2017 COUPON
Men’s Club Ladies and Gentlemen of Beth Judea,
Tzedakah Fund
I know the official first day of summer is still several weeks away, but Memorial Day is a good enough sign for me. I hope all is well with all of you. I was told that this article is to be an article covering July also. By August 1st, we will already be back from the Men’s Club Convention. If you weren’t there, you don’t know what you missed. Please stop me and ask. I know I will have some great things to tell you about. Today is the second day of Shavuout. I wish everyone a Hag Sameach. Thursday the eighth is our next Men’s Club meeting. This coming Friday night, on the ninth of this month, is another Shirat Shabbat. We have musical instruments and several different melodies that I find inspiring and spiritually compelling. The month of June may seem like a slow month, but we are dedicated to our youth and their graduations. Best of luck and good health in all their endeavors. July is also a lighter month activity wise at our synagogue. I hope everyone has a great holiday celebrating our independence. We have a Men’s Club meeting on Thursday, July 6. July 9th (a Sunday), we are having a joint brunch with Temple Chai. The Men’s Clubs from both shuls are having a meal together for the first time. If you are interested, call me for details. It’s at Buffalo’s, which is under new management, or actually, the old management has returned. It should be a very interesting dynamic. July 19th is when the Convention starts. Seriously guys, this event will knock your socks off. I wish everyone good health and safe travels. Be well and I’ll see you in shul. Jerry Sakol Men’s Club President
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The Men's Club has made donations from the minyan tzedakah box to: American Friends of the Magen David Adom Jewish National Fund Shalva 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. Upcoming Dates: June 3, July 1, July 29 MEN’S CLUB MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
OUR MEN’S CLUB SOFTBALL LEAGUE IS NOW IN SESSION. Check the schedule below and come out and cheer us on!
Beth Judea Men’s Club Softball League Schedule
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Community News CONGREGATION BETH JUDEA/ FJMC SOFTBALL LEAGUE SEASON UPDATE
Cell Phone Drop-Off Box In Synagogue Office! Help domestic abuse victims by donating your old cell phones.
The CBJ Men’s Club Softball League is off to a great start. The teams are 2 and 0 and B team got a triple play!
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.
Gift Cards
STOP! BEFORE YOU DONATE THOSE SALEABLE ITEMS
SISTERHOOD ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE SUNDAY, AUGUST 6, 2017 We will be accepting donations of clothing, household items, dishes, kitchenware, books, toys, bikes, pictures, linens and SMALL furniture. Drop offs begin July 30th. More details to follow
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% convenience fee will be added when paying with a credit card). Click Here to Download Form
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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Interfaith News from the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council By Joanne Dicker, Beth Judea Representative Spring and summer are a busy time of year for the council. May 4, 2017: We hosted a Faith Based institutional Security and Public Safety Luncheon at Temple Chai. We heard from Lake County Sheriff, Mark Curran Jr, Charles DuShane from US Department of Homeland Security, Roy Garcia, Director, Lake County Homeland Security and Jim Elliot from the Lake County Sheriff’s office. All spoke on establishing emergency protocols and safety measures in our congregations. May 13, 2017: Thank you to all who participated in the “Stamp out Hunger” program with the post office. The food collected went to our pantries at Beth Am, Kingswood Methodist Church and St. Mary Parish. May 15, 2017: A special thank you to Rabbi Pivo, Rabbi Baden and Rabbi Weiner-Kaplow who served as panelists on our education program, “Know your Neighbor’s Religion: Judaism” It was informative and enjoyable. May: “Knock Your Socks Off” Sock Drive! The Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council collected men’s, women’s, and children’s new socks for distribution to our homeless neighbors in the Northwest Suburbs. Itwas a great mitzvah project! Thank you for helping us fill the box at shul.. May 22, 2017, at 7:00-8:30 p.m.: “Know your Neighbor’s Religion: Christianity” at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1111 N Elmhurst Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070.
HERE ARE OUR UPCOMING PROGRAMS: Sunday, June 25, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. join us for the Fourth annual “i-WALK” to feed the hungry. It’s a short family walk from St. Mary Parish to Hope Lutheran Church and back again. We are raising money for our food pantries. Family entertainment and refreshments will be at Hope Lutheran Church. Click Here for more details. Sunday, July 30 through Thursday, August 3rd: join us for our 4th Annual Interfaith Service Trip. We are headed to the greater St. Louis area to help them rebuild. This area suffered from a massive flash flood in December of 2015. The inhabitants are still recovering, and their federal grant expires in November. Please mark your calendars and join us in this worthy endeavor. All skill levels are welcome. Please note that the dates have been modified so they do not conflict with Shabbat. Find more information and registration, go to: interfaithservice.blogspot.com; volunteer information sheet: More information at interfaithservice.blogspot.com. Volunteer info sheet: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r36kSaiKPSR9CfQk9vKg0ACCDcGEQsdcEX_RyGQ63Q/edit?usp=sharing Registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF57SL4bH2YblunWYkTzhVOo3O8bmtXBZMvW 2THQFHpEiZpA/viewform. Go Fund Me: www.gofundme.com/rebuilding-by-the-river
For more information on any of our programs, please contact us by e-mail or telephone: nwsinterfaith@gmail.com, 224-699-0386 or visit our website at: http://www.northwestsuburbaninterfaith.org or your council representatives: Joanne Dicker: joannedicker@comcast.net (Beth Judea) Helene Fox: helene125125@gmail.com (Beth Judea) Donations may also be made directly to:
Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council 1282 Green Knolls Drive Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
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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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.
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JUNE BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: June 1
Brian Dembo Gary Harris Stuart Schwartz
June 2
Gary Ernsteen Gail Gerber
June 3
Joel Brodsky Debra Dubin Mitchell Lerman Leslie Neimark
June 16
Dennis Anderson Dustin Epstein Craig Newman Miriam Spickard Marilyn Victor Roberta Zarchy
June 17
Mitchell Feiger Mark Zorfas
June 18
Cheryl Barnett Michael Drazin
June 19
Robert Dritz Michael Gomberg Susan Hershinow Rachel Jordan Merle Kalisky
June 20
Norman Kurtz Elena Riber Phillip Samuels
June 4
Bonnie Lane
June 5
Deborah Karp
June 6
David Alhadeff Joseph Ginsburg Betsy Haberman
June 7
Steven Malkin Allen Shub
June 8
Zakhar Pesin David Sherman Stacy Shub
June 21
Tara Arnold Ronald Bloom Rena Feinberg
June 9
Robert Handler Sanford Moses Sally Sherman
June 22
David Sanders
June 23
Bruce Horwitz Jeffrey Schechter Mitchell Schwerdlin Susan Shub
Todd Horowitz Carli Jaffe Bruce Nixon
June 24
Karen Saharack Randi Simon Elli Waldrop
David Bakst Susan Rabinowitz
June 26
Debra Brodsky Sherry Krawitz Lori Thalheimer
Jan Adelman Carey Bacalar Steve Simons
June 27
Alina Greenhill Renee Haskell David Pine Carol Rosen
Louise Barnett Mark Friedman Peggy Kaplan Susan Silver
June 28
Rhonda Schwartz
June 14
Steven Shapiro
June 29
Sara Kalina Elana Schuman
June 15
Julia Lyubomirsky Evan Rumack Rhonda Wener
June 30
Deborah Fishman Linda Portnoy
June 10
June 11 June 12
June 13
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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JULY BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: July 1
Marlene Sachs
July 17
Jennifer Lewison
July 2
Jeremy Clorfene Joel Fisher Mollie Holman Susan Silverstone
July 18
Suzanne Citron
July 19
Alison Berg Herbert Kanter Helene Lewison Stewart Segal
July 20
Michael Berg Esther Mosak
July 21
Merle Rumack
July 3
Stefanie Bregman Gayle Ludwig
July 4
Arlene Block Amy Gluck Martin Karlin Karen Nagel
July 5
July 6
July 22 Susan Adleman Edye Friedman Jeff Goldstein Robyn Gomberg Evan Peters
Steven Peck Michael Sigal Kevin Spitz Larry Wollheim
July 23
Larry Bender Glenn Simon
Roberta Leon Sharon Wein
July 24
Jonathan Altenberg
July 25
Stewart Margolis
July 26
Donielle Escalante Howard Kaufman Burton Litwin Michael Malter Lisa Miner Ira Sender
July 27
Amy Balson Paul Drizner Sandra Drizner
Hugh Block Rachael Finkel Neil Holman Nori Spiro
July 28
Michael Altman Ronald Cushing Joy Margolis
Sheree Arbus Robert Pinzur Jennifer Rosen
July 29
Cynthia Bauer Todd Block Matthew Dragon Brad Finkel Brian Udany
July 30
Andrew Nissenberg Joel Polakow Ben Siegel Allan Wernick
July 31
David Podber Beth Rose
July 7
Deborah Bender Irving Gurin
July 8
Jason Breslaw Ted Goldberg
July 9
Louis Rabin
July 10
Suzie Cohn Ivy Elkins Marti Rizman
July 11
July 12
July 13
David Kahn David Levsky Randy Markowitz Ron Shoffet
July 14
Susan Darin Harriet Krugel
July 15
Sheryl Bauer Jason Kahn Lewis Smith
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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JUNE ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy Anniversary to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: June 1
Marla & Ted Goldberg Helene & Michael Miller
June 19
Renee & Charles Lustig Randi & Glenn Simon
June 2
Melinda & Jeffrey Fine Sharee & Roenan Patt Michele & Howard Sussman
June 20
Arlene & Hugh Block
June 21
Arlene & Rickey Ament Abby & Steven Golberg Rebecca & David Sanders
June 22
Linda & Joel Fisher Nanci & Martin Karlin Rachel & Robert Ragland Susan & Jerrold Silver
June 23
Leah & Sam Chiprin Rana & Matthew Dragon Susan & Ron Shoffet Sharon & Harris Weiner
June 24
Ellen & Jeffrey Gluskin Andrea & Jason Heiger Renee & Michael Klass Helene & Murray Lewison
June 25
Laura & Adam Barshefsky Alison & Michael Berg Marla & Ken Brandt Helen & Gerald Brin Amy & Ross Gluck Kathleen & Herbert Kanter Rita & Sidney Mathias
June 26
Louise & Louis Barnett Roberta & Chuck Kamen Rosita & Martin Rothenberg
June 27
Sheryl & Michael Bauer Pamela & David Kahn Jodi & David Pine Robin & James Tehrani
June 28
Ellen & Richard Chappe Lois & Arthur Mills Rhonda & Robert Schwartz
June 29
Dana & Jeremy Clorfene Nicole Overbey & Todd Horowitz Betty & Steven Kolko Marti & Morry Rizman Sandra & Martin Rockwell Judith & Phillip Samuels Amanda & Scott Shulman
June 30
Natalie & Brian Gurin Deborah & Ronald Kovich Lauren & Ron Miller
June 3
Cheryl & David Levsky Ilene & Lawrence Schneider
June 4
Linda Rothnagel & Thomas Lilien
June 5
Cheryl & Marshall Brownfield Andi & Erwin Dolgin
June 6
Natalie & Nate Solomon Marilyn & Sanford Victor
June 7
Rhoda & Burton Fischman Laurie & Neal Ford Barbara & Jeffrey Julis
June 8
Barbara & Martin Stern
June 9
Deborah & Arnold Bender
June 10
Dorinne & Alan Palmer
June 11
Beth Silver & Ted Mellow Randee & Carl Weiss
June 12
Fern & Brian Dembo
June 13
Renee & Wesley Brown Geri & Robert Friedman Janet & Myron Reicher
June 14
Jean & Ron Friedman Leslie & Michael Golde Erin & Josh Weisberg
June 15
Denise & Orin Rotman
June 16
Gayle & Jeffrey Brim
June 17
Erin & Michael Drazin Edye & Mark Friedman Miriam & Richard Krieberg Joan & Carey Rosemarin
June 18
Donielle & Sergio Escalante Rena & Marvin Feinberg Nori & Robert Spiro
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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JULY ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy Anniversary to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: July 2
Cheryl & Russell Barnett Pam & Rick Herstein Peggy & Mike Weiner
July 3
Jake & Dana Arndt Stefanie & Michael Bregman Lisa & Noam Davidoff Julie & Eric Marder Heidi & Michael Schrage
July 4
Hadrian & Randy Markowitz
July 5
Barbara & Richard Kavitt
July 6
Susan & Brian Katz Gayle & Steven Kwasman Susan & Allen Shub
July 8
Carol & Sheldon Kaner
July 13
Pamela & Daniel Landau Rebecca & Mischa Schlichting
July 14
Deborah & Stephen Limer
July 15
Jill & Stan Lieberman
July 16
Audrey & Robert Block Debbi & Alan Green
July 20
Barbara & James Hyman Beth & Mitchell Polonsky Rita & Steven Spitz
July 21
Cheryl & Michael Sturt
July 23
Alina & Neil Greenhill Sherry & Martin Krawitz Darlene & Carl Tominberg
July 25
Shira & Marc Sender
July 26
Davita & Ronald Bloom
July 27
Andrea & Edward Hockfield Elena & Vadim Riber
July 28
Lisa & Jeff Pivo
July 29
Melinda & Edward Grossman
July 31
Beth & Todd Pollard
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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June Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS June 2
Ralph Barnett Charles Davis* Morris Goroff* Andrea Israel* Alex Kaufman* Ruth Moline* Sam Remer* Earl H. Segal Sarah Simons*
Shelley F. Bregman* Charles Drobny* Abe Greenberg Eva Hershinow Johnson* Brenda Levitt* Harvey Peck* Racquel Kelly Resnick* Arthur Seres Roman Stupel
Walter Brin* William Goldstein Max Greenhill Harry Johnson Ernest Mathias* Esther Petrynek* Betty Robbin Donald Siegel* Sol Weiss
Howard Coady* Edward Gordon Meyer Herman* Peretz Katz* Sheldon Mills Julius Polansky Joseph Sabol Sabrina Siegel*
June 9
Bea Bauer* Robert Halperin* William Kamerling* Pauline Krivitzky* Denise Posner* Donald Sherman* William Travis*
Maurice Chorney* Fannie Herman* Milton Kane Rosalyn Levin* Nelson Rafal Regina Siegellak Harvey Weisberg*
Sol Chubin Rachel Hershman* Irving Katz Francine Malkin* David Rosenbaum* Edward Stolman Bernard Yegelwel*
Israel Goldwasser Janice Jacobson* Tilly Kohl June Mattson Jane Rosenberg Henry Strauss Dolly Zucker
June 16
Abe Bangelsdorf* Jerome Feldman Kay Jaffe Morris Linderman* Max Rosen* Mollie Siegel*
Betty Chorpash Aileen Gold* Edna Krassek* Alan Medansky Bertha Sabol Raymond Simons*
Bernice Cohen* Randy B. Goldberg Steven Levy Lorraine Ramras Marc Schwartz Nathan Stoller*
Judith Drobner Osna Goldstein Victor Lichtenstein* Morris Rich Eric Schweitzer Scott Taxer
June 23
Adrienne Bauman Sam Burkin* Rose Falk* Evelyn Hortick Harry Kamen* Mollie E. Levine* Shirley Lipscher* Sol Polonsky Lewis Spivak*
Maurice Baygood* Estelle Charman Anna Feld Gertrude Horwitz* Esther Kintz* Barbara Levy* Jacob Magill Sidney Rudolph Solomon Springer*
Allan Brandt Estelle Eisenberg Gilbert Fooden Margot Isenberg Arnold Klass* Lois Lichtenstein Charlotte Nothmann* Shirley Shifrin* Harry Watchman
Hyman Brody* Saul Fagan David Gordon Pearl E. Kahalnik* Betty Lazar* Sara Liebovitz* Sid Pollans Janis Siegellak Lynn Zacherl*
June 30
George Altman Marion Block* Ida Feinstone Al Jacobs Norman Moses* Simon Rubinstein* Stephan Shiffers Rose Waldman*
Leonard Altman* Edward Bower Henry Feld Jack Kersky* Ronald Pinkus* Anita Alberta Schoen* Estelle Slivinsky
Jerry Belsky* Abe Cohn Alex Feldman* Jennie Lipsey Norman Rabinowitz* Irene Schweitzer Lawrence Tepper
Dorothy Block Dottie Dicker Curtis Green Joanne Miller Rose Rosenthal* Harry Shavitz* Marvin Udany*
* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.
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July Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS July 7
Al Berk Miriam Drory Sherry Esther Goldman* Jean Kalisky Faye Lifshitz Gerhard Nothmann* Louis Pressburger Adele Revzin Beverly Settler* Albert Soll* John Wallach*
Seymour Brownstein Irvin Elkins Aaron Greenberg* Stuart Kreisman Annette Movitz* Richard Peck Fannie Rabinowitz* Abe Sachs Harry Silverstone Seymour Taradash Ron Weiner
Cindy Marlo Cohn Jack Goldberg* Rose Gurin Rose Kriegler Raya Nochimson* Abbie E. Portnoy* Linda Ragins Kalman Sachs David Sohn Jacob Tominberg* Max Zalusky
July 14
Florence Bankendorf* Edith Borkan* Lillian Cohen* Irwin Gerber* Harriet Handler Fannie Keifsky Marilyn B. Margules Isadore Serbin* Helen Stolman Netty Zakaman*
Brett Berlant* Pauline Brill* Jack Ellegant Dorothy Goldberg Max Hiller* Marvin Lewison Joseph Sachsel Sam Sherman Francine Sturt Adolfo Zemchuck
Faye Bloom Ann Buzil* Stanley Ferrari* Reva Gorin* Delores Hillman Pauline Margolis Clara Salavitch* Harold Siegel* Irving Wein*
July 21
Lillian Caplan* Norman Faber* Harry Goldberg Patti Jones* Harvey Levy* Mikhail Pesin Melville Reichlin Seymour Rosen* Nancy Sherman* William Silver Evelyn Watchman
Morey Coleman* Ben Fisher Gary Goroff Morey Lenhoff* Leslie Howard Neimark Trudy Pollack* Norton Rich Mary Rothschild Estelle Shub* Alex Stein Irving Zissman*
Ardmore Myles Essrig* Sarah Fisher* Celia Holman Jerome Lettvin Michael Pearl* Zig Price Ida Rosemarin Morris Schwartz* Albert Siegel* Eli Waldman*
July 28
Paula Anderson Evelyn Brownstein Stuart Flack* Eva Grobman* Barbara Isaacson* Henry Levin* Shirley Mandelblatt Rhonda Anne Pliskow David Rosenston Eli A. Shifrin* Rose Stark*
Morris Barasch Barbara Levinson Dragon Pauline C. Fox* Maurice Harvis* Jeanette Kaufman* Eileen Magesis* George Moline Barry Raften* Morris Savetsky Dora Shikafsky* Aaron Jacob Stelzer
Shirley Braiman Sylvia Elisco Rose Goldwasser* Charlene Hirsch Vera Lavin Joseph Mandel* Adele Platchek Muriel Rosemarin David Shaffer Hyman Somach* Sydney Weinberger
* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.
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August Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS August 4
Abraham Bankendorf* Leah Bransky Joseph Cohen* Florence Frankel* Sidney Jacobson* Martin Lafer David Movitz Anne Pearl Stewart Irwin Rosen Walter Scholl Charlotte Sheim* Robert Yablon
Sandra Berenson Henry Chiprin* Ruth Dolgin Rose Goldman* Henry Kaner Marvin Levine Ethel Rose Newman* Elizabeth Pressberg Edward Mandel Rosenfeld Eleanore Shapiro Jeff Shultz
Nellie Berger Alan M. Coady* Rae Feldman Gloria Hecht* Sidney Kramer Jack M. Levitt Sonia Nimzin* Ira Pulver Joseph Sabel* Harold Shefsky William Spiegel
August 11
Samuel Becker* Abraham Brin* Louis Deckowitz Sara Epstein Gloria Maria Garcia/Chamber William Horwitz* Fannie Loiben Lena Mathias* Ben Osgrove* Toby Rockwell Abraham Silberberg Sheldon Manny Stern Irving Walchirk
Helen Berkovitz Isadore Cohen Morris Elisco Oscar Fischman* Joseph Gardberg* Phyllis Kramer Daniel Luciano Eve Mellow Harry Pinzur Elaine Rothschild Shirley Smith Rose Stupel Elaine Weiner
Joel Brazeman Marlene Cohen* Sydney S. Entman* Jennie Frost Yehuda Greener Rita Lafer Samuel Manewith Judy Metz Shirley Pulver Ernest Shaw* Susan Spivak* Sam A. Tepper*
August 18
Hylda Bittmann Shirley Coady* Helen Davis* Morris Feldman Linda Hafft Howard Leibach* Herman Nidetz* Tevya Polakow Mayer Rashbaum Meyer Segal* Ethel Vinikoor Israel Yatkowsky*
Harold Brown* Lillian Dannen* Rae Duboe* Lillian Fischman* Marilyn Kandel* Leo Liebovitz Cantor Murray Nixon* Eugene Ramras Dayton Robinson Ruth Sheft Herbert Wolff Sam Yublosky*
Marcella Bulmash Gary Davidoff Bernice Ellis Paul Fish Rae Kubiak* Natalie Meltzer Clara Pieter* Stanley Ramras Milton David Secler* Morris Sulak Faye Yablon Joseph Zarchy
August 25
Marilyn Bacalar Herbert Forman Bessie Kessler* Rose Luciano* Jack Rosenbloom*
Gerald Balbirer* Sonia Karchmar* Michael Lazar* Ruth Mandel* Eve Rosenfeld
Harry Borkan* Irving Katz Abram Lieberman* Seymour Paisin* Rose Stein
* 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: Phil Beatty Alfred Goldstone Harvey Pyes Bernard Silverman
Condolences Upon the Deaths of: Edith Levsky Aunt of David Levsky Lillian Signer Grandmother of Shira Sender
Congratulations To: Engagement: Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the engagement of their son, Scott Wener to Kim Koloms Births: Andrea & Ed Hockfield upon the birth of their grandson, Russell Doron Eligulashvili
Sheri & Marc Lewison upon the birth of their daughter and Helene & Murray Lewison upon the birth of their granddaughter, Alexandra Morgan Lewison
RABBI LIFSHITZ DISCRETIONARY FUND
CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND (Cont.)
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Nana Bea Bauer, missing you every day. Scott, Amy, Alex, Jake & Brett Bauer
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jerrold Belonsky, beloved stepfather. Alan Sabol
Neil Greenhill
Elsie Halperin, beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Meyer Halperin & Family
Manuel Litwin Merrill Litwin Nancy & Burt Litwin
Robert Halperin, beloved son, brother and father. Meyer Halperin & Family
Max Greenhill
Manuel Litwin Merrill Litwin Nancy & Burt Litwin CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND IN HONOR OF: Andrea & Ed Hockfield upon the birth of their grandson, Russell Doron Eligulashvili. Rona Wolf Jennifer & Brandt Rosen upon their Jewish wedding ceremony. Roberta & Alan Goldenberg Sandy Goldenberg & Elliott Englander
Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the engagement of their son, Scott Wener to Kim Koloms. Kovich, Brown & Solway Families Gayle & Rick Pervos
Sylvia Ludwig Gayle & Michael Ludwig Irving Markowitz Hadrian & Randy Markowitz Earl H. Segal, beloved father and grandfather. Gayle & Richard Pervos and Family
SOCIAL ACTION FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Nancy Joy Karlin Nanci & Marty Karlin
IN MEMORY OF: Michael Jaffe, beloved brother of Jean & Ron Friedman. Jan & Mike Schrimmer
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TRIBUTES GENERAL FUND
GENERAL FUND (Cont.)
KIDDUSH FUND
IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea John Ioanes
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Jerry Blustein Marcy & Jon Soble
Beth Judea Board for your help and assistance throughout the year. The MT Nesters
Frances Fisher, beloved mother of Herbert Fisher and grandmother of Susan Sheft and Robert Fisher. Herbert Fisher & Family
IN HONOR OF: Yigal Greener upon his special birthday. Jean & Ron Friedman
Tammy Brody, Bruce Darin & Michael Gluck for your leadership of the Rabbi Search Committee. The Rabbi Search Committee IN HONOR OF: Suzi & Bruce Darin upon the birth of their grandson, Brody Trey Darin. Rhonda & Jeff Wener Charlene & Bruce Entman upon the birth of their grandsons, Mason Nicholas Entman and Henry Seymour Entman. Rhonda & Jeff Wener Andrea & Ed Hockfield upon the birth of their grandson, Russell Doron Eligulashvili. Cathy & Mitch Feiger Rita & Sid Mathias upon the birth of their grandson, Levi Yitzchak Mathias. Rhonda & Jeff Wener Lindsey Neiman upon becoming a Bat Mitzvah. Mitch Hecht Rona Wolf
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EDUCATION FUND
Lisa & Jason Neiman upon the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Lindsey Neiman. Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Molly Springer, beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother. Janet & Myron Reicher
IN HONOR OF: Our wonderful teachers and staff. CBJ 2nd grade students and parents LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN FUND IN MEMORY OF: Joe Star, beloved father of Rachael & Brad Finkel. Lee & Arnie Goldberg UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Rose Babbitt Bobbie & Floyd Babbitt
SPEEDY RECOVERY WISHES TO: Craig Cohn Ina & Sandy Ramras IN MEMORY OF: DeDe Goldstein, beloved mother and grandmother of Dana, Ken, Allison & Sari Goldstein. Debbie, David & Hayley Posner
Bertha Pander Hilda P. Stern
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TRIBUTES PRAYER BOOK FUND IN MEMORY OF: Barbara Cohen, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother of Gayle & Rick Pervos and Family. Ann & Mitch Lerman Charlotte Ludwig, beloved mother of Sue & Aaron Hershinow. Ann & Mitch Lerman UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Howard Epstein, beloved father and grandfather. Ann, Mitch & Seth Lerman Ashley & Michael Berman Alex Lerman, beloved father and grandfather. Ann, Mitch & Seth Lerman Ashley & Michael Berman Irma Reicher
Myron Reicher
USY/KADIMA SCHOLARSHIP FUND IN HONOR OF: BJUSY upon winning Chapter of the Year and many other awards from USY Region. Jean & Larry Appel
Lauren Appel becoming BJUSY President, Molly Appel becoming BJUSY Vice President and Charlie Appel becoming BJUSY Vice President. Jean & Larry Appel Maddie Brim upon her recognition as one of the “18 Under 18” award recipients from JUF. Jean, Larry, Lauren, Molly & Charlie Appel
Rita & Sid Mathias upon the birth of their grandson, Levi Yitzchak Mathias. Ann & Mitch Lerman
MEN’S CLUB FUND
Lisa & Jason Neiman upon the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Lindsey Neiman. Jean & Ron Friedman
IN HONOR OF: Jerry Sakol for conducting Shabbat services for the residents at Arden Court. Ina & Sandy Ramras
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IN MEMORY OF: Lillian Signer, beloved grandmother of Shira & Marc Sender. Sheryl & Michael Bauer Deborah & Arnold Bender Joe Star, beloved father of Rachael & Brad Finkel. Ann & Mitch Lerman Janice Weiner, beloved of Louis Seif. Ann & Mitch Lerman
Suzi & Bruce Darin upon the birth of their grandson, Brody Trey Darin. Ann & Mitch Lerman
Bernard Yegelwel Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel
IN APPRECIATION OF: CBJ Men’s Club for the Yom HaShoah Candles. Ina & Sandy Ramras
USY/KADIMA SCHOLARSHIP FUND (Cont)
Lindsey Neiman upon her becoming a Bat Mitzvah. Deborah & Arnold Bender
Leslie & Steven Peck upon the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Peck to Calvin Cohen. Ann & Mitch Lerman
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TRIBUTES JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Ralph Barnett, beloved father. Louise & Lou Barnett
JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL FUND IN HONOR OF: Lauren Dragon upon her becoming a Bat Mitzvah. Ina & Sandy Ramras
Charles Davis Chuck Walcer JERRY BERENSON MEMORIAL FUND IN MEMORY OF: Joe Star, beloved father and grandfather of Rachael & Brad Finkel and Family. Melinda, Jeff, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Martin Berenson 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 – Shabbat Mornings ............................ 10:30 a.m. Alternative Shabbat Service (Interpretive Minyan).. 10:30 a.m.
Candle Lighting Times Candle Lighting time is calculated for 18 minutes before sunset and is adjusted for Daylight Savings Time. June 2 ......................................................... 8:05 pm June 9 ......................................................... 8:09 pm June 16 ........................................................ 8:12 pm
Weekday Morning Minyan: Sunday .................................................................. . 9:00 a.m. Monday ................................................................ 6:15 a.m. Tuesday through Friday ........................................ 7:30 a.m.
June 23 ........................................................ 8:14 pm
Weekday Evening Minyan: Monday through Thursday .................................... 7:30 p.m.
July 14 .......................................................... 8:08 pm
June 30 ........................................................ . 8:14 pm July 7 .......................................................... . 8:12 pm
July 21 .......................................................... 8:03 pm July 28 .......................................................... 7:56 pm
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.