Lag B’Omer May 12, 2020
May 22, 2020 Jerusalem Reunification
May 29-30, 2020
5304 RFD, Hilltop Rd. & Route 83, Long Grove, IL 60047 Phone: 847-634-0777 www.bethjudea.org
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FROM THE RABBI Rabbi Zimbalist’s remarks from the CBJ Zoom Yom HaShoah service. sharing your stories, and thank you for Over 40 year ago, my father found your patience with me and those of my me staring at our family tree, which generation who will take on the at the time was prominently responsibility to share your stories and displayed in my parents’ dining your memories with our children and room. As I looked at my their children for countless generations grandfather’s generation on the still to come. That is our responsibility. Zimbalist side of the tree – at the Everything that lives must eventually names of his twelve brothers and die, and so many participating at our sisters, their spouses and children – service this evening, together with most of their names were followed generations throughout the country by two rows of six small letters: x x x RABBI MORRIS ZIMBALIST andaround the world, will bear witness on the top and then d c c on the to the end of the greatest generation – bottom. I asked my dad what those letters meant and why my Zayda didn’t have we will continue to live as the survivors and them by his name. This became my first liberators from the Shoah, and all the heroes, Jew lesson about the Holocaust; my first real and non-Jew alike, from the era of World War II understanding of what happened in the death pass away. It’s on us – the next generation – to camps, concentration camps, and ghettos; my remember so that future generations will never introduction to the evil of Hitler and his Nazi forget. regime; and how I must never forget what happened to my family, and millions of other This evening, we begin. We will hear stories and families just like yours and mine. The letters x x lessons from the children of survivors in our x and d c c on our family tree indicated the congregation. The fact that we have testimonials names of our loved ones who died in from children of survivors proves the failure of concentration camps. Most of the Zimbalists Hitler’s Final Solution. Tonight – we remember went directly from their homes in Poland to together. Tonight – we grow closer together. Treblinka where they were murdered and Tonight – we commit to work together so that never seen again. I remember seeing my there will always be a tomorrow for the Jewish father’s eyes well up with tears as he told me people, so that there is always more kindness in about our cousin Ginter, who was just a young the world, so that humanity will always reign over boy. Ginter would crawl under the Shabbat senseless hatred, so that unconditional love will table on Friday evenings and knock from under always be given freely and felt by many, and so the table to shake the lachter (candlesticks) that peace will always fill our hearts, our minds and the glasses. “Ginter,” my father said, “was and our homes, and our behaviors will always just an innocent, mischievous, fun-loving little reflect the best of what God has given us. boy.” I can still see the anger and heartbreak in my father’s eyes as he said, “And those bastards killed him, too.” Yom HaShoah Video Messages With a blatant disregard for humanity, six million of our people – men, women, and children of the House of Israel – were murdered, tortured, and burned to ashes – and that six million includes members from my family and members from your families. Some on our call this evening survived firsthand this brutality and senseless hatred and witnessed the death of the innocent over and over again. To all of our survivors who are with us tonight, thank you – thank you for being here and being an invaluable part of our congregation and the greater community. Thank you for your strength of body, spirit, and mind, thank you for
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In these days of social distancingHappy Birthday Rabbi Zimbalist!
Birthday Parade Staging Area with about 100 cars participating. 3
Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 8:00 PM via Zoom See your email for access information Vice Presidents’ Reports Budget Approval Election of Officers and Board Please join us for Minyan at 7:30 PM In This Issue From the Rabbi Yom HaShoah Video Annual Meeting Calendar Mission Statement Shavuot President’s Message Greenhouse Fundraiser Special Israeli Movies Special Mother’s Day Program Young Families Events Religious Education: Bet Messages of Hope Together in Solidarity Video Hesed Committee Focus on Families Ways & Means Adult Education
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COVID-19 UPDATE: CBJ is following the guidelines in accordance with CDC and local government. The CBJ building is closed until it is safe to reopen. We will be providing daily morning (7:30 a.m.), evening minyan (7:30 p.m.) and Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. at their regularly scheduled times through Zoom. Check your emails for all program offerings and the links to access. For Shabbat Services please see our calendar on our website at www.bethjudea.org for Service Time and all online events.
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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.
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Important Dates and Notices / Shavuot IMPORTANT DATES IN JEWISH HISTORY MAY 12, 2020 MAY 22, 2020 MAY 28, 2020 MAY 29, 2020 MAY 30, 2020
We are an inclusive community, please contact Lisa Neiman if you have any special needs.
LAG B’OMER YOM YERUSHALAYIM EREV SHAVUOT SHAVUOT 1 SHAVUOT 2 with YIZKOR
To Our Beth Judea Family and Friends 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.
Rabbi Morris Zimbalist
Hazzan Gil Ezring
Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz
Hazzan Emeritus Roger Weisberg
Lisa Neiman Executive Director
Anna Besser Education Director
Dana Goldstein CBJ President
Marc Sender Youth Director
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President’s Message attendance, we had 94 Zoom boxes with Passover is always a horrible time for attendees from many states!! This did me. My father, of blessed memory, not happen when we had access to the passed away the day before the first building!! There was a wonderful video Seder ten years ago. My mother-inthat was played during the seder that law, of blessed memory, passed away was forwarded to the entire the day of the second Seder three congregation. I would like to thank years ago. I thought those were trying DANA GOLDSTEIN Rabbi Zimbalist, Evelyn Zimbalist, times to be in mourning and CBJ PRESIDENT Lisa Neiman, and Larry Bender for all challenging to sit shiva because of the their incredible efforts on this video and the time of year. Sadly, my father-in-law, of seder. If you haven’t seen it or need the link, blessed memory, recently passed away on please contact me. It is truly inspirational. April 18, 2020. As you can imagine, this could During the last day of Passover service, we not be at a worst time due to our own family always recite Yizkor. This year, we had over sadness and the COVID 19 ordeal. Between a 100 boxes during Yizkor. Individuals who private funeral that we were fortunate enough would normally not be able to attend the service to stream and no shiva, how does one feel due to other commitments were able to “Zoom” supported? I can tell you that the in to say a prayer that resonates with them to Congregation Beth Judea community has done honor their loved ones. This did not happen an unbelievable job of making my husband, my when we had access to the building!! It is easy children, and me feel loved and connected. to list why this Passover was different than all The many texts, emails, calls, and outreach we others. I believe, while the situation is awful, received was overwhelming in a good way. there have been bright spots. Those bright While we look forward to the time when we can spots are Congregation Beth Judea. greet you in person and receive more than a “virtual hug,” we still felt that our greater CBJ Our services have gone virtual. Our family was there for us. It is impossible to put programming has gone virtual. Our learning our gratitude into words. has gone virtual. Our spirit and community continue to be virtual. It always existed both I, like the rest of you, can’t wait until we can be inside and outside the building. I feel it, and I back in the building together for learning, hope you do too!! Great things are happening praying, programming, or just socializing. I at Congregation Beth Judea!! would even welcome those things about the building that used to annoy me. I would be so excited to sit in our sanctuary and feel cold!! I would be so happy to walk in the conference room and see that one light that is still out still out!! I would even be benevolent to the person who parked in my parking spot!! Sadly, that is not an option. I have learned something from this experience. CBJ is more than the building!! CBJ is the community!! Were you able to participate in the CBJ second seder? At the time of highest
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I wish for all of us continued health and safety during this difficult time. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to contact our clergy, our professional staff, or any member of the Board of Directors. My email, if you would like to contact me directly, is goldstein4@hotmail.com. L’Shalom, Dana Goldstein President
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Annual Meeting Dear Fellow Congregants,
In accordance with our constitution, this is the official notice of the Annual Meeting of Congregation Beth Judea. It will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 8:00 pm via Zoom (see your email for Zoom information). Please join us at 7:30 pm before the meeting for our daily Minyan. The annual meeting is an opportunity to meet your new leaders, learn about our overall financial condition, have your concerns addressed and better understand our vision for the future. The Nominating Committee presented the following slate of Officers and Directors to fill vacant and/or expiring Officer and Board positions. The Board of Directors approved the slate at its April 23, 2020 meeting. The election of Officers and At-Large Directors will take place during the Annual Meeting. This is the official notice of the slate of Officers and Directors.
2020/2021 SLATE OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Officers: One year term from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 Planned Giving VP
Steve Limer
At-Large Directors: One Year term from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 Tammy Brody Elliott Englander Jason Heiger
Three year terms from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 Jamie Breslaw Paula Carter Bruce Entman Michael Gluck Stew Margolis Scott Rosen
Any member in good standing may also run independently for a position. You must submit a petition bearing the signatures of not less than ten General Members in good standing, to the President or Secretary, no later than May 12, 2020. At the Annual Meeting, we will also be approving the 2020/2021 synagogue budget.
Please - join us for the Annual Meeting. Your Board has many responsibilities in respect to guiding the direction of Congregation Beth Judea - you have the privilege and responsibility of voting in that respect! Dana Goldstein President
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Greenhouse Fundraiser
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Israel Committee Movie Night & Israeli Film Festival CBJ ISRAEL COMMITTEE MOVIE NIGHT
Same Warm Feeling New Streaming Format
SUNDAY, MAY 3 – 7:00 PM
The Zigzag Kid Isabella Rossellini stars in THE ZIGZAG KID, a hilarious, heartfelt adventure based on the book by David Grossman. Twelve-year old Nono (Thomas Simon) longs to be like his famous police detective dad, but his wild side is constantly getting him into trouble. Desperate to prove himself, Nono sets off on a journey to the French Riviera alongside his father's nemesis, the charming international jewel thief Felix Glick (Burghart Klaussner, The White Ribbon). Finding himself lost in a world of mysteries, disguises and crazy pursuits, Nono meets a mysterious woman who will change his life forever.
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Mother’s Day Program
Art with Bubbe
ORDERS DUE MAY 5
Mother's Day DIY Cookie Kits (contactless pickup Friday, May 8) Click Here for Full Flyer
Young Family - Art With Bubee Monday, May 4 - 10:30 a.m. TOPIC: Hanoch Piven Click Here for Full Flyer
Young Family Shabbat YOUNG FAMILY ISRAEL THEMED SHABBAT Friday, May 8 at 5:30 pm Cantorsaurus Ezring and Marc Sender will lead our Young Family Shabbat! Before the young family Shabbat, make sure to watch the video below from Preschool teacher, Shira Sender, and have your children make their very own Israeli Flag to dance around with during the Young Family Shabbat. Items Needed: White and Blue paper (or a blue marker), Empty paper towel tube or the cardboard part of a dry cleaner hanger, glue stick, and anything else you want to use to create your Israeli flag.
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Religious Education Bet Messages of Hope Bet families joined CBJ for Havdalah in late April. To make this a special celebration, we asked our Bet students to write short messages of hope. Anna Besser Education Director
Click here to view their special messages. https://animoto.com/play/VJNF3wSWLbcShf1b6veYkw
Together in Solidarity
Below is a video from our "Together in Spiritual Solidarity" program held on Sunday, April 26th. Seven faith traditions were represented! Click here to view the video.
HESED COMMITTEE Congregation Beth Judea is more than just a building. It is a caring community, and we are here to help each other in times of need. The Hesed committee consists of dedicated volunteers who want to support our congregants when they need it most. As such, we offer a variety of services that we hope will be helpful to our CBJ congregants. The committee has five (5) sub-committees, outlined below, that would welcome the opportunity to be of assistance. Please let us know if you need assistance by calling the synagogue office or emailing the Hesed chairs Marilyn Green-Rebnord or Evan Rumack at hesed.cbj@gmail.com. Confidentiality is one of our major concerns, so please do not be embarrassed to ask for our help. Only our chairs and the volunteer will know.
If you are ill — and give permission to our clergy or office staff — we will try to have a committee member call to see how you are doing and if you need anything. This may include a hospital, rehab facility, home, or skilled nursing care visit during your illness. If you need help getting to a doctor’s appointment, religious services, synagogue programs, or such errands as prescription pickup, our committee is set up to help you. While we may not always be able to make such arrangements, we will do our best. Should you have a loss, we will try to arrange for a committee member to stay at the shiva house during the funeral service so the house will not be unattended, and no family member or friend need miss the service. We will be there to accept deliveries, but not to set up the kitchen. Rabbi will ask you if you would like this help when he is contacted. For security reasons, you will be told in advance who is coming to your home. Should you need, the committee will try to arrange to attend the evening minyan at the shiva home to ensure that a minyan is present to enable mourners to say kaddish. Minyan leaders are also willing to help. At the end of shloshim, we will contact you to check in during your bereavement. It is our intention that this period will be marked during the evening minyan by acknowledging your loved one’s name and by dedicating the reading of a psalm to them and inviting you to the service.
We would like to thank our current committee members: Bruce Darin Joanne Dicker Steve Dicker Cathy Feiger (congregant calls coordinator) Helene Fox Marilyn Green-Rebnord (Hesed co-chair) Ellene Lammers (shloshim coordinator) Brenda Levin
Marcie Marcus Louis Rabin (shiva minyan coordinator) Orin Rotman Evan Rumack (Hesed co-chair) Merle Rumack Heidi Sakol Bonnie Sender (shiva house sitting coordinator) Barb Stark Larry Wollheim (driving/Helping Hands coordinator)
If you have any questions or wish to join us, please contact Marilyn Green-Rebnord (847-821-7740) or Evan Rumack (847-253-4130).
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PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.BETHJUDEA.ORG TO VIEW ALL ONLINE AND UPCOMING EVENTS.
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Ways and Means = FUNrai$ing DONATING TO CBJ WITHOUT SPENDING $ We all Shop, Eat, Drink… Whether it is: Amazon Starbucks Dunkin Donuts Sunset Marianos Lettuce Entertain You …or more
FUNDRAISING IDEAS The Ways and Means Committee is here for your ideas; please share them with us at bgurin13@gmail.com .
Please Buy “Gift” Cards right from your phone; ask us how. Please use Amazon Smile on your Prime Account It is that easy; we are here to help.
Let’s have fun while giving back to CBJ.
Thank you. Ways and Means
Thank you all for your support.
Who Knows About
Did you know that Congregation Beth Judea is part of the Amazon Smile Program? We are and last year, thank you to all of our congregants who shopped on Amazon Smile Program and designated Congregation Beth Judea as the recipient. We raised over $500. Any questions about Amazon Smile, please call the Beth Judea Office. The Word – May 2020
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Shiva Baskets
WAYS & MEANS
Sunshine Fund
CBJ Business Directory Advertising Opportunity
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.
Advertise your business in our new Business Directory section of The Word!
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Historically, the Board of Directors of Congregation Beth Judea has sent shiva baskets to the immediate family of Board members; parents, spouses, siblings and G-d forbid, children. We would like to extend this gesture to the entire congregation. Donations may be sent the shul attention Lisa Neiman. Thanking you in advance for you generous donations.
Respectfully, Lisa Neiman
Gift Cards SUPPORT BETH JUDEA BY PURCHASING GIFT CARDS Purchasing gift cards is one of the easiest ways to support Beth Judea.
SUPPORT BETH JUDEA WHILE YOU SHOP ON AMAZON!!
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.
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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
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ADULT EDUCATION Welcome to our Adult Education Series. To register for classes or to find out more information, please contact Anna Besser at abesser@bethjudea.org.
Adult Education Series Ongoing Classes WEEKLY CLASSES:
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SHABBAT SATURDAY CLASSES:
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Please visit our website at www.bethjudea.org for a list of all on-going and new adult education courses being offered. Check the site frequently as more classes are being added on a continuing basis.
These classes are ongoing. Please join at any time.
Hebrew is not required for any of these classes, unless specifically noted.
Talmud Study: Tractate Sukkah
Sunday mornings at 8 a.m.
These Saturday morning classes are ongoing. Please join at any time.
Weekly Parsha Study Facilitated by Orin Rotman
Shabbat morning at 9:00 a.m. every Shabbat morning
Taught by Rabbi Zimbalist
This year, we will delve into Tractate Sukkah. We will study the scope of the obligation to live in a Sukkah, the difference between a temporary and fixed structure, the commandments surrounding the lulav and etrog, and so much more! Join us for a lively discussion with Rabbi Zimbalist on Sunday mornings.
Abraham Joshua Heschel: Heavenly Torah: As Refracted through the Generations Taught by Orin Rotman
Wednesday evenings at 8 p.m. Beginning in September
Excerpts to be discussed will be made available, or the wonderful book can be obtained from local libraries or purchased on Amazon or other outlets.
Weekly study to discuss the parsha of the week. We will discuss questions raised by the participants. Shabbat morning at 9:00 a.m. every Shabbat morning
Alternative Shabbat Service Facilitated by Norm Kurtz
Shabbat morning at 10:30 a.m. every Shabbat morning 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 10:30 a.m. every Shabbat morning
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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 May 2020
Lunch & Learn: Pirkei Avot Taught by Rabbi Zimbalist Dates: Mondays at Noon May 4, May 11, May 18 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lunch & Learn: Music as Midrash with Rabbi Josh Warshawsky
Dates: Wednesdays at Noon May 6, May 13, May 20
BOOK REVIEW: NOTE NEW BOOK "Healing from Despair: Choosing Wholeness in a Broken World" by Rabbi Elie Kaplan Spitz
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Lunch & Learn: Book Review with Rabbi Zimbalist
Dates: Thursdays at Noon May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28
Insta Pot Cooking with Lawrence LeVine
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Cooking with Karen with Karen Edidin Thursdays at 11:oo a.m. TOPICS: May 7 – Cheesy Shavuot May 14 – Great Shavuot Cake
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Programs with Rabbi Zimbalist
Ask Rabbi Zimbalist
Night Cap with Rabbi Zimbalist
Mondays at 7:00 pm
Thursdays at 9:00 pm
Dates: May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25
Dates: May 7, May 14 & May 21
Exercise
Music
Yoga with Lindsey at 10:00 am
Current Top Jewish Musicians Part 2 with Hazzan Ezring
Monday, May 4 Wednesday May 6
Tuesday, May 5 – 8:00 pm
Jews in Social Media
Gardening Outdoor Plants With Rachel Jordan
Wednesdays at 2:00 pm Tuesday, May 12 – 2:00 pm
Tap the Torah Led by Al Gimpel
Dates: May 13 & May 20
Snapshot or Photograph Taught by Evan Rumack
TOPIC: “Seasons in the SUN”
We’ll take a look at some things to think about before you press the shutter button
Wednesday, May 13 – 7:45 pm
Wednesday, May 13 – 7:45 pm
Sponsored by the Men’s Club
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Sisterhood I really, really want to stay positive, but we have been at this six weeks already. As I am writing this, it is too early to know when we will be out and about. I miss seeing all of you in person. Zoom helps, but it is not the same. I recently attended an Institute of Coaching webinar on resiliency. I thought I would share some of the take-aways. Resiliency (definition): the process of adapting skills well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress Resiliency regarding emotions: R-U-L-E-R
Emotions are an important part of decision making. We all need to make space for our emotions. Recognize the emotion Understand the cause and consequence Label it (anger, frustration, disappointment….) Express it (talk about it) Regulate it – take action to do something about it Resiliency regarding actions: Be proactive, be prepared Expect the unexpected Plan A – probable – go through the What ifs Plan B – worst case – go through the What ifs This is hard. It stinks, but we will get through this! I want to take the opportunity to thank all of those on the front lines of the pandemic. All of you are helping to keep us all safe and sane.
Upcoming Zoom events:
Farewell to Karen Nagel – our beloved gift shop co-chair is moving to California. This is the next best thing to a hug. May 4th @ 8pm Sisterhood Board Meeting – If you have never attended a board meeting, Zoom is making it easy to get to join us. May 12th @ 8pm Sisterhood elections and social event – We will have the elections. We are not exactly sure what the “social” part will be but join us to find out…. May 18th @ 8pm Our installation is scheduled to be June 8th. We will advise you what the plan is for the event as we get closer. I would love to think we could all be together but don’t want to get too far ahead of ourselves. Please take care of yourselves and each other. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know.
Debbie Limer and Sarah Goldenberg Sisterhood Co-Presidents
Contact Information: We can’t begin to thank Karen for the love, support and generosity that she has shown to all of us over the many years with her devotion to the Congregation Beth Judea Sisterhood and Gift Shop. We hope the friendships that we have developed will continue across the miles. We love you and will miss you. Best of luck as you start your new adventure.
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Debbie Limer Debs825@datamanagersinc.com Sarah Goldenberg SarahbGoldenberg@gmail.com
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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:
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, 2020 COUPON
Men’s Club Ma Nishtanah! How many different responses have you heard that people have come up with in response to the events of this epochal year? Probably as many as there are who asked the question since everyone’s experience and reaction to how life has changed in the midst of COVID-19 is naturally going to be different. For me, not having a house full of guests the first night as is our custom, and then sharing the second night with over one hundred other participants will be forever etched in my memory as the most memorable part of Pesach 2020. And just think about how these unique nights will be portrayed (and embellished?) to future generations when added to the traditional telling of the Passover lessons. And one wonders whether there will now be an asterisk added to the recital of the ten plaques to account for the horror of COVID-19 and it after effects? While up to the time this is being written, we have thankfully not learned of any CBJ congregants having been affected, I’m sure that the majority of us have by now sadly learned of a relative or someone we know who regrettably has been stricken. For me, the Pesach observance and these days of sheltering in place and practicing safe social distancing on the infrequent ventures out for essentials, have given me cause to be thankful for my health (and that of all my widely dispersed family) and for all those creature comforts that I’ve come to take for granted. Also, during these bleak times I’ve gained greater appreciation for all those who put themselves in harm’s way to ensure that the general populace can avail themselves of critical services and essential provisions. I’ve also been saddened by the vast numbers of people who have suffered financial setbacks during these troubling times and for those who will endure future hardships until the economy returns to some semblance of normalcy. As Jews, it’s times like these that we’re all called upon to do what we can to help those whose needs are greatest. All forms of deeds of loving kindness and tzedakah, no matter how small, will help make someone’s life a little better.
And on behalf of all the members of the Men’s Club, I want to add my voice to the chorus of outpouring of thanks and expressions of appreciation directed to our clergy, professional staff, Board of Directors, and other applicable lay people for the fantastic job they’ve done in using technology to help keep our community together. There were comments made before COVID-19 about how many programs were always being offered at CBJ. That number of programs pales in comparison to what is now being offered in both variety and substance. Thank you again to everyone who’s made, and will make, a contribution to the wonderful offerings for our congregants. . And on the subject of well-deserved praise, I want to heartily thank and extend a yasher koach to those who were responsible for putting together a truly wonderful Men’s Club Shabbat. To Jerry Sakol who organized the entire day’s program; to the Torah readers, Bruce Entman, Evan Rumack, Harris Weiner, Eric Yegelwel, Louis Rabin, Rabbi Zimablist, Hazzan Ezring; to Al Gimpel for his Maftir reading; to gabbaim Orin Rotman and Albert Stark; to Rob Lipka’s Musaf, and to all those who contributed with readings and prayers. Your efforts were greatly appreciated and helped create a very meaningful service. The Men’s Club contribution to May’s list of Zoom offerings will be the next Tap the Torah on May 13. This time it will be led by Al Gimpel, who’s chosen the intriguing topic “Seasons in the SUN.” So line up your favorite beverage and snacks and join us for what is sure to be a very inspiring and thought-provoking evening. And be sure to check the weekly listing of events for the week of May 9-15 for the exact time.
Until the next WORD issue, I hope everyone remains well and stays safe.
Respectfully, Ron Friedman, BJMC President
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Youth WHAT’S UP IN THE WORLD OF OUR YOUTH???
Zoom in to the New Normal Last month I wrote about the three Cs, connections, collaboration, and communication and how they have changed and impacted things in the current social distancing environment we live in. This month I am talking about Zooming into the new normal. While of course this is a play on words because we are literally using the Zoom platform to navigate the new normal, the message of the word “zoom” should go beyond that. While we all hope and dream that we are able to come together in person again very soon, the idea of zooming into the new normal is an important one for right now. We need to run to this new normal with both arms wide open. Embrace the fact that we have opportunities in today’s generation to connect to others in new and exciting ways. At the same time, make sure to always take care of yourself. During this time it is important for us all to focus on taking care of ourselves. Mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to wellness. Make sure to take some time to take care of your needs. If you need any inspiration, check out the article written by our very own BJUSY President, Amelia Tehrani! Remember you can always stay up to date with all things BJUSY throughout the entire year by visiting our new and improved website www.bethjudeausy.weebly.com as well as our calendar http://tinyurl.com/BJUSYcalendar. You can sign up for membership by going to http://tinyurl.com/CBJYouth . B’Shalom, Marc Sender Youth Director Congregation Beth Judea 5304 RFD Long Grove, IL 60047 Office: (847)-634-0777 ext. 114 Cell: (847)-334-8639 Email: YouthDirector@bethjudea.org www.bethjudeausy.weebly.com Sign up for membership at http://tinyurl.com/bethjudeayouth Check us out on Facebook and Twitter!
Please consider making a donation to the Youth Fund or Rachel Hirshman Fund to help USYers go to regional programs and Israel
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Youth WHAT’S UP IN THE WORLD OF OUR YOUTH??? Article from Amelia: Hi, USY! My name is Amelia Tehrani, and I am one of your 2020 Achshav Blog Coordinators. Today, I’m here to talk to you about mental health. If you attended IC SoCal, you may remember me and my story. I was able to give a USY Talk during which I discussed how I was able to get out of the darkest time in my life. If you weren’t there, or you want a refresher, take a few minutes to watch my USY Talk. The reason I chose today, April 23, 2020, to discuss mental health on the blog, is because today marks 731 days of happiness for me – two years! This day is a big deal for me because I learned that I do have a place in life and how I matter to others and how everyone matters to one another.
I want you all to know – you are amazing the way you are. Throughout my journey, I have learned that we are all human. We all have flaws, and we all make mistakes‌ but our flaws are what make us stand out. Like Hannah Montana said, “nobody’s perfect.â€? Now I would like to talk about life. Life is a crazy adventure that has so many ups and downs. It’s a roller coaster, it’s one bumpy ride, but it’s all worth it. Previously, I never wanted my life to have those ups and downs – I always wanted life to just stay at the same level at all times. But now, I know that you cannot live life without those ups and downs. As much as we all want to live perfect and easy lives, the truth is there will be those ups and downs, and as people, we have to learn how to accept them – and grow from them. Right now there is a lot going on in our world, and everything feels a little bit different and out of sorts, but I want everyone to remember to stay positive. Throughout my journey, I learned that staying positive is important, and so is taking time to relax. The world around us may feel scary and weird at the current moment, but I want you all to know that so many people are here to support you. Make sure you take time to catch up with your loved ones – we all need some human connection right now! In these times, it’s important to focus not only on physical wellness, but also mental wellness. If you ever need someone to talk to – I am happy to be someone in your life. My Snapchat is @dancingemmie200 đ&#x;™‚
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to read my thoughts. I also want to thank my family, friends, and USY for always being there for me and for always supporting me no matter what! These past two years have been two of the best years of my life, and I wouldn’t be in the place I am today without your support. I encourage everyone to stay positive, and seek the light at the end of the tunnel, and remember it’s okay to not be okay. ___________________________________ If you or a loved one are struggling with a mental health issue – know that you are not alone. Click here for a list of Mental Health Resources for Teens and Families from The Jewish Education Project. __________________________________ Amelia Tehrani is one of the current Achshav Blog Editors. She is also serving as the CHUSY Regional Communications Vice President, and is the outgoing Chapter President of BJUSY.
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Youth WHAT’S UP IN THE WORLD OF OUR YOUTH??? New International Kadima Offering, Kadima Konnections! Hey middle schoolers… This is special for you! Join together with friends from all across North America for programming every Sunday at 12noon. ● ● ●
Cooking with Kadima (May 3) Kadima Clue (May 17) Moving on UP … (May 24)
Shout Outs: BJUSY sends a shoutout to Amelia Tehrani for sharing her incredible story on the USY blog and for her recent election to the CHUSY Regional Executive Board BJUSY sends a shoutout to Jack Redfern on his recent election to the CHUSY Regional Executive Board! Want to send a shoutout to someone??? Send Marc an email at YouthDirector@bethjudea.org
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INTERFAITH COUNCIL News from the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council by Joanne Dicker, President Our food pantries desperately need your help! Due to the continued issues with the Corona virus, many more of our neighbors are in need of food and every-day supplies. Please help support our local food pantries either through monetary donations or purchasing of needed supplies. If you are able, please purchase and donate any of the following items: Canned soup Canned chili Crackers Canned fruit Cereals Ramen noodles Canned vegetables Peanut butter Pasta sauce
Grape jelly Oatmeal Soap Boxed pasta Mac & Cheese Spaghetti O’s Canned tuna Canned chicken Bagged rice
Shampoo Flour Snacks Toilet paper Toothpaste Baby diapers Paper towels Vegetable oil Laundry detergent
Locations of food pantries, pick up and drop of hours: (Please note that many food pantries have geographical restrictions for food distribution) 1.
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St. Mary Parish: 10 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove. Food is distributed on the third Saturday of the month. (ID and current utility bill required.) Food Donations will be collected on Saturday, May 2nd from 4-5 p.m. and Sunday, May 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you cannot donate at these times, please contact the parish office at 847-541-1450 ext. 131 to make arrangements. Kingswood Methodist Church: 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove, IL. Food is distributed on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. (ID and proof of residency in Wheeling Township required.) Food donations are collected 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please leave food donations inside the church on the east side entrance on the tables provided. St. Alphonsus 411 N. Wheeling Road, Prospect Heights. Food is distributed on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 10:00 a.m. to Noon. (ID, proof of residency in Prospect Heights, Wheeling, or Mt. Prospect and current utility bill required) Food donations are collected between 9:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday near the school entrance facing Wheeling Road. Beth Am: 1377 Abbot Court, Buffalo Grove Food is distributed on the last Sunday of the month or call: 847-383-5017. (ID required.) Vernon Township: 3050 N. Main Street, Buffalo Grove Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (847) 634-4600
Thank you so much for your help! Stay healthy and safe! 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 Donations may be made directly to: Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council PO Box 5301 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
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Boomers
What’s Up With The Boomers? Some wonderful Boomer events had been planned for March, April and May, but due to health concerns, will be rescheduled. ▪ Our sold-out Klezmer Band and dinner event in March was canceled. The Metropolis will let me know if it can be rescheduled.
▪ AMAZON canceled our April tour but will contact me once they resume tours at The Amazon Fulfillment Center in Kenosha. ▪ Our May MIX & MINGLE will be rescheduled for later in the spring or summer. I’ve been in touch with the Lyric Opera House for the June performance of 42nd Street. To date, the Opera House has no immediate plans to cancel.
“42nd Street” Please watch your weekly emails for updates on this event.
*** If you’re not already on the BOOMERS mailing list, please email your name and email address to: boomerscbj@gmail.com. All Congregation Beth Judea members, age 55 and over, are welcome to participate.
Our Mini Golf and dinner event will proceed, as that is planned for later in the summer. Stay healthy, Joan Rosemarin boomerscbj@gmail.com
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BJE Early Childhood Centers
MT Nesters WITH NOSTALGIA AND RELUCTANCE:
After 25 years, the MT Nesters is “Empty.” This will be our final notice. However, some people have expressed an interest in getting together for dinner once in a while. If you are interested, please contact Susan Adleman at susala1331@gmail.com or by phone at (Home) 847-870-1832 or (Cell) 607227-3827.
Did You Know... Do you know of information that would be of interest to our congregants? If so, please let us know. The Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Center at Beth Judea promotes a vibrant and innovative Jewish learning community. We encourage the children to explore the world around them through play, explorations, conversations, and more. We support each child in his or her explorations, helping them develop new ideas, expand old ideas, and build lasting friendships. Our goal is to develop lifelong learners! If you are not familiar with our preschool, or know of someone who might be interested, I invite you to come and see all the fabulous things we are doing. We offer classes for children aged 15 months to 5 years old. If you are interested in learning more about all the wonderful opportunities we offer, please call Natalie at 847-634-0363 to schedule a tour or visit our website at www.bjeecc.info.
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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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LIFE IN ISRAEL THE GOODMAN’S BLOG
Alternative Shabbat Service Alternative Shabbat Service
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.
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”
Service Leader: Norm Kurtz Every Shabbat Morning 10:30 am until 11:45 am. 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,
Upon three things the world is based: Upon Torah,
Norm Kurtz Service Leader
For further information: cbjoffice@bethjudea.org
Upon Divine Service and
EVERY SHABBAT MORNING
Upon the Practice of Charity
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The Helping Hand Plan
The Helping Hand Plan A Project of Congregation Beth Judea Hesed Committee
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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 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: Ellene Lammers Marilyn Green-Rebnord Evan Rumack Larry Wolheim
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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 the Rabbi. 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.
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MAY BIRTHDAYS We wish a very Happy Birthday to the following members of our Beth Judea Family: Lisa Kaufman Craig Minnick Barbara Silver Rebecca Zeidman
May 15
Barbara Levenstein Sandra Zussman
May 16
Nancy Manewith
May 2
Debra Dubin Herbert Finn Aleksey Neiman
May 18
Marla Feld Heather Melnick Kimberly Shapiro Sharon Weiner
May 3
Scott Fishman Heidi Kramer Susan Sheft
May 19
Scott Eisner Orin Rotman
May 20
Kim Neiman Leslie Peck Steven Turofsky
May 21
Deborah Kovich Tammy Scheibe
May 22
Aaron Hershinow Erica Krugel Anita Nemoy Michael Schrage
May 23
Jay Levin Alan Ratskoff Cheryl Sturt
May 26
Gerald Brin Michael Brown Fred Goldman Jerry Patt
Joanne Dicker Joseph Kesner Roenan Patt
May 27
Gayle Brim
May 28
Jimena Goldstine
May 9
Neil Greenhill Phillip Wein
May 29
May 10
Steven Greenberg Yigal Greener
Stacy Groner William London Renee Segal Amanda Shulman
May 30 May 11
Charles Braverman Robin Fingerhut Manny Ribot Howard Spiegel
Trudy Balogh Phyllis Faber Jodi Levit
May 31
Charles Orloff Jon Soble Nancy Watts
May 1
May 4
Michael Kaplan Andrew Marcus
May 5
Matthew Kudlowitz Nicole Overbey Sandy Stelzer Rona Wolf
May 6
May 7
May 8
Renee Klass Lillian Landau Sherri Lieberman Michael Movitz Judd Sackheim Debbie Chorpash Ross Gluck Marc Posner Scott Reinglass Howard Sussman Harriet Zablen
May 13
Jennifer Ban
May 14
Adam Barshefsky Richard Krieberg Deborah Mills
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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MAY ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy Anniversary to the following members of our Beth Judea Family:
May 1
Jennifer & Michael Brown Jodi & Steven Levit
May 2
Jackie & Fred Strauss
May 6
Leslie & Steven Peck
May 9
Deborah & Scott Fishman Hillary & Michael Savitt
May 12
Lillia & Jonn Osadzinski
May 16
Julie & Lorne Cohen
May 20
Lisa & Manny Ribot
May 22
Betsy & Randy Haberman Michelle & David Reinstein
May 23
Tara & Bradley Arnold Janice & Craig Minnick Barbra & Barry Stark
May 24
Kimberly & Joseph Kesner
May 25
Karen & Mark Charman Nicole & David Colen Judy & Steven Greenberg Estelle & David Karp Karen & Philip Nagel
May 26
Anna & Michael Besser Roberta & Andrew Zarchy
May 27
Bonnie & Steve Fischoff Becky & Edward Silverman
May 28
Joni & Michael Altman Peggy & Michael Kaplan Jennifer & Brandt Rosen Audrey & Roger Weisberg
May 29
Eve & Steven Appelbaum Devida & Charles Braverman Brittany & Alan Rosenbloom Eileen & Alan Spiegel
May 30
Kim & Andrew Bauman Sharon & Allen Harris
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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May Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS May 1
Rose Ban Harry J. Caplan* Neil Fenchel Goldie Graff* Stuart Kaufman Samuel Lettvin Harry Markowitz Ida Schiffman* Gladys Wallach*
Rose Becker* Norman Chorpash Jenny Gardberg* Howard Jaffe* Rosalie Koehler-Moore Max Levine* Sylvia Rosen Emanuel Seider Ada Weiss
Dorothy Brooks* Baruch Cohen Janice Gottlieb* Fannie Kaner* Robyn Kreger Milton Levinson Morris Rovin* Joseph Shikafsky* Rami Yarkoni
May 8
Harry Bauer Marc Chappe Marvin Cutler Helen Fryer Lynne Isaacson* Arthur Karns* Richard Krivitzky* Merrill Litwin Walter Mendelsohn Clara Ramras Gertrude Savetsky Claire Weinberger Beatrice Wollheim
Ronald Bloom Jake Cohen Malva Dobrikin* Harold Hennes Lisa Jacobs Harry Kintz* Carol Joy Lazar* Benjamin Ludwig* Goldie Nathan* Ricki Reznick* Tamara Shub Raymond Weinberger
Anna Brody* Merrill Cohen Martha Forman Ione Ilvenne Nancy Joy Karlin Max Kriegler Ethyl Merkes Litshein Benjamin Margules Sol Pinsker Marsha Rosen* Molly Springer* Sam Wolf*
May 15
Phyllis Appel Iris Bloom Alice Cohen* Frances Fisher Rosalyn Grossman* Edward Leibowitz Manuel Litwin Theodore Munn* Sharon Nusinow Shirley Prosansky* Burton Rosenbaum* Selma Solomon
Anna Barnett Alice H. Braun* Morris P. Cohen* Phyllis Geltner* Lillian Horwitz* Benjamin LeVine Lois London Frank Neubauer Louis Pieter* Herman Ramras Mark Sachs* Sam Torres
Spencer Block* Marshall Coady* Frances Bobbie Fischer* Martha Gindin Leonard Lavin Joseph Levin* Neal Mehr Sonia Nisenbaum* Edith Platt* Ida Rice Lillian Signer Herbert Wolf
* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.
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May Yahrzeits (Cont.) YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS May 22
Rebecca Berger* Eli Brickman* Sarah Cohen* Virginia Friedman Elsie Halperin* Reuben Katz Esther Levitan* Vivian Oscherwitz* Joseph Raab Nita Ritov Gail Schwab Frances Taler Mary Yatkowsky*
Arthur Bloom Muriel Brown* Bernhard Edelstein* Philip Goldberg Jerome Hirshman* Esther Klein* Fay Lewis* Bertha Pander Irma Reicher* Bertha Schnabel Sam Shiner* Max Wasserman
Jerry Blustein* Geraldine Burdeen* Emanuel Feinstone Irvin Greiman* Sylvia Mae Kahn Harriet Cohen Korengold David Magill Leonard Powell* Bernard Rich Shel Schuster Harry Stone* Stuart Weiner*
May 29
Joseph Albun* Martin Berenson* Charles Drobny* Morris Goroff* Max Greenhill Eva Hershinow Johnson* Bonnie Kaufman* Sheldon Mills Sam Remer* Joseph Sabol Arthur Seres Roman Stupel
Rose Babbitt Riley Grace Bernstein William Goldstein Henry Graff* Meyer Herman* Peretz Katz* Brenda Levitt* Ruth Moline* Racquel Kelly Resnick* Earl H. Segal Sam Shapiro Sol Weiss
Ralph Barnett Howard Coady* Lionel Gomberg* Abe Greenberg Andrea Israel* Alex Kaufman* Ernest Mathias* Esther Petrynek* Belle Rubenstein* Ethel Serbin* Sarah Simons* Al Wolf*
* Denotes the deceased has a yahrzeit plaque. If you are interested in purchasing a plaque please contact the synagogue office.
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June Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS June 5
Jacob Abelson* Walter Brin* Charles Davis* Harry Johnson Irving Katz* Rosalyn Levin* June Mattson Denise Posner* Donald Sherman* Regina Siegellak Harvey Weisberg*
Robyn Anders* Maurice Chorney* Robert Halperin* William Kamerling* Tilly Kohl Jerry Lipson* Harvey Peck* Nelson Rafal Donald Siegel* Edward Stolman
Shelley F. Bregman* Sol Chubin Fannie Herman* Milton Kane Pauline Krivitzky* Francine Malkin* Julius Polansky Jane Rosenberg Sabrina Siegel* Henry Strauss
June 12
Marvin Adleman Bernice Cohen* Aileen Gold* Israel “Izzy” Goldwasser* Kay Jaffe* Victor Lichtenstein* Alan Medansky Max Rosen*
Carl Barkan Judith Drobner Randy B. Goldberg Rachel Hirshman* Edna Krassek* Morris Linderman* Lorraine Ramras David Rosenbaum*
Bea Bauer* Jerome Feldman Osna Goldstein Janice Jacobson* Steven Levy Gloria Markman Morris Rich
June 19
Abe Bangelsdorf* Hyman Brody* Bessie Deicher Rose Falk* Evelyn Hortick Harry Kamen* Betty Lazar* Shirley Lipscher* Sid Pollans Sarah Schwartz Janis Siegellak Nathan Stoller*
Adrienne Bauman Sam Burkin* Estelle Eisenberg Anna Feld Gertrude Horwitz* Esther Kintz* Barbara Levy* Jacob Magill Bertha Sabol Shirley Shifrin* Lewis Spivak* Harry Watchman
Maurice Baygood* Betty Chorpash Saul Fagan David Gordon* Pearl E. Kahalnik* Arnold Klass* Sara Liebovitz* Charlotte Nothmann* Marc Schwartz Mollie Siegel* Solomon Springer* Lynn Zacherl*
June 26
George Altman Edward Bower Abe Cohn Henry Feld Al Jacobs Jennie Lipsey Norman Moses*
Dorothy Block Allan Brandt Jacob Deicher Alex Feldman* Mollie E. Levine* Joanne Miller Ronald Pinkus*
Marion Block* Estelle Charman Ida Feinstone Margot Isenberg Lois Lichtenstein Myrna Mitchell
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* 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: Susan Adelman Amy Bolton Rabbi Scott Bolton Rabbi Laura Gold Arnold Levin Megan Levine Jamie Levine Arlene Nixon Jerry Nixon Meaghan Ramras Larry Schon Jerry Wasserstein
All who are suffering from CIVID-19 and those caring for them including: Calvin Ivie Dr. Wendi Marcus Dr. David Remedios Condolences Upon the Deaths of: Sidney Brandt Father of Sharon Weiner Sam Darin Father of Bruce Darin
Lawrence Goldstein Father of Ken Goldstein Lenore Kasper Aunt of Daniel Weinberger
Randy Katz Wife of Rabbi David Klatzker Rick Keegan Brother of Jerry Sakol
Larry Rothman Cousin of Daniel Weinberger Frances Schneider Mother of David Schneider
Alice Schuster Mother of David Schuster
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Congratulations upon Birth: Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the birth of their granddaughter, Riley Samantha Levinstein
RABBI ZIMBALIST DISCRETIONARY FUND (Cont.) IN HONOR OF: Passover 5780. Solomon Fridland
RABBI ZIMBALIST DISCRETIONARY FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea’s entire staff for all they are doing during the covid-19 time period. The Balogh Family Congregation Beth Judea for allowing me to be part of the CBJ virtual family. Toni Heldman Rabbi Zimbalist for the beautiful services for Norman. Susan Kronowitz Rabbi Zimbalist for all that you did to support our family in regard to our late mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Mila Rosenberg. Rita & Steven Spitz Rabbi Zimbalist for leading the beautiful and meaningful Seder. Rhonda & Jeff Wener Rabbi Zimbalist for leading a beautiful seder on the second night of Pesach and for all you do for Congregation Beth Judea. Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel
Rabbi Zimbalist upon your birthday. Wishing you a very happy and healthy year. Heidi & Jerry Sakol IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Lee & Arnie Goldberg Caron & Mitch Helfand Sue & Aaron Hershinow Sandra & David Portman Sandy & Marty Rockwell Rona Wolf Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father and grandfather of Ken, Dana, Allison and Sari Goldstein. Lee & Arnie Goldberg Alice Schuster, beloved mother of David & Susan Schuster. Lee & Arnie Goldberg Sandra & Marty Rockwell UPON THE YARHZEIT OF: Perry Fisher, in loving memory. Herb Fisher
RABBI LIFSHITZ DISCRETIONARY FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Renee & Wes Brown Andy & Wayne Cooper
TRIBUTES GENERAL FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea for the Zoom services. Sylvia & Raymond Gilbert Lisa Neiman & Rabbi Zimbalist for creating the synagogue’s Zoom. Maureen & David Stolman Rabbi Zimbalist, Hazzan Ezring and Lisa Neiman for their inspiration in keeping connections to our congregation. Maureen & David Stolman IN HONOR OF: Beth Judea’s second Seder. Maureen & David Stolman The Aliyah given to us during Pesach Service. Maureen & David Stolman Our 48th wedding anniversary on April 13. Maureen & David Stolman Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the birth of their granddaughter, Riley Samantha Levinstein. Marla & Bruce Horwitz Kovich, Solway & Brown Families Rita & Sid Mathias Maureen & David Stolman IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother and grandmother of Debbie & Arnie Bender and Family and Marcy & Jon Soble and Family. Rita & Sid Mathias Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord
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GENERAL FUND (Cont.) IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Debby & Dave Dresden Debbie & Ron Kovich Erica & Gary Krugel Rita & Sid Mathias Lynn & Greg Morand Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord Maureen & David Stolman Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father of Ken, Dana, Allison and Sari Goldstein. Cathy & Mitch Feiger Rita & Sid Mathias Marilyn-Green Rebnord and David Rebnord Debbie, David, and Hayley Posner Barbra & Barry Stark Randy Katz, beloved wife of Rabbi David Klatzker. Erica & Gary Krugel Rita & Sid Mathias Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord
GENERAL FUND (Cont.) IN MEMORY OF: Francis Schneider, beloved mother of David & Amy Schneider. Susan & Herb Levin Alice Schuster, beloved mother of David & Susan Schuster. Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord Erica & Gary Krugel
Hilda Stern, beloved mother of Debbi & Alan Green. Susan Liebovitz and Michael Mangurten Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Howard Jaffe, in loving memory of our beloved father grandfather and great grandfather. Jean & Ron Friedman and Family
Beatrice Mann, beloved mother of Stewart & Kim Mann. Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord Maureen & David Stolman Myra Rosenbloom, belovevd mother of Stan & Lauri Rosenbloom. Marilyn Green-Rebnord and David Rebnord Carol Schechter, beloved wife of Art Schechter and beloved mother of Lynda Sachs. Michael Bojan
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TRIBUTES INCLUSION FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Lindsey Antman for her yoga class. Susan Adleman IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Renee & Michael Klass and Family Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father and grandfather of Ken, Dana, Allison and Sari Goldstein. Renee & Michael Klass Myra Rosenbloom, beloved mother of Stan & Lauri Rosenbloom. Susan Adleman Carol Schechter, beloved wife of Art Schechter. Susan Adleman Alice Schuster, beloved mother and grandmother of David & Susan Schuster and Family. Renee & Michael Klass UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Fannie Paula Schiller, in loving memory. Susan Adleman
PRAYER BOOK FUND (Siddurim or Humashim purchased)
CONGREGATION SUPPORT FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Debbie & Arnie Bender and Family and Marcy & Jon Soble and Family. Friends of Debbie and Arnie Bender and Family Natalie & Brian Gurin Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family
IN HONOR OF: Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the birth of their granddaughter, Riley Samantha Levinstein. Natalie & Brian Gurin
Sam Darin, beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather of Bruce and Suzi Darin and Family. Jean & Ron Friedman Sherry & Marty Krawitz Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family Rhonda & Jeff Wener
Sidney Brandt, beloved father of Sharon & Harris Weiner. Ronna Leibach
Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father and grandfather of Ken, Dana, Allison and Sari Goldstein. Sherry & Marty Krawitz Marcia Katz, beloved mother of Helaine Katz-Ratzkoff and Alan Ratzkoff. Beth Judea Sisterhood Barbara Render, beloved mother of Renee Kaplan. Beth Judea Sisterhood Hilda Stern, beloved mother of Debbi and Alan Green and Family. Beth Judea Sisterhood Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family
IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Marcy & Jon Soble and Family. MJ Integrity Group
Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Debbie & Wayne Cooper Diane & Howard Ganden Ronna Leibach Susan & Mark Rose
Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father and grandfather of Ken, Dana, Allison and Sari Goldstein. Ronna Leibach Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel Carol Schechter, beloved wife of Art Schechter. She will always be remembered. Hennie Elisco
Alice Schuster, beloved mother of David & Susan Schuster. Natalie & Brian Gurin
Sam Wener, beloved father of Rhonda & Jeff Wener. Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family
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TRIBUTES LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin, adored grandfather and greatgrandfather, you will be missed. Linda & Albert Stark
SOCIAL ACTION FUND IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Bonnie & Jeffrey Abrams Barbara & Jim Hyman Heidi & Jerry Sakol
Lenore Kasper, our beloved aunt, mother and sister. The salt of the earth. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger Larry Rothman, our beloved cousin. He delighted in bringing joy to all who knew him. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger
CHESED FUND IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Lori & Carey Bacalar The Balogh Family Linda & Scott Brenner Linda & Gad Breuer Cathy & Mitch Feiger Dana, Ken, Allison & Sari Goldstein Marcie, Alan & Ross Marcus Wendy Weinstein Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel Lenore Kasper, beloved aunt of Dan & Sherry Weinberger. Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel
UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Arthur Bloom, beloved father and grandfather of blessed memory. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger Iris Bloom, beloved mother and grandmother of blessed memory. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger
Ruth Bauer Francis, in memory of the grandmother who brought Judaism into our lives. Laura & Daniel Sheehan
CHESED FUND (Cont.) UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Claire Weinberger, beloved mother and grandmother of blessed memory. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger Raymond Weinberger, beloved brother of blessed memory. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger
YOUTH FUND IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Debbie and Arnie Bender. Marty & Sandra Rockwell Heidi & Jerry Sakol UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Estee Lauder, in loving memory. Teri & Owen Pulver Shirley Scherlag, in loving memory. Teri & Owen Pulver
TORAH RESTORATION FUND IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Susan Stouber Hillary & Brian Wenk Randy Katz, beloved wife of Rabbi David Klatzker. The Balogh Family
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TRIBUTES SISTERHOOD FUND IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Debbie and Arnie Bender. Heidi & Jerry Sakol Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Kitty & Bruce Hoffman
Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father and grandfather of Ken, Dana, Allison and Sari Goldstein. Kitty & Bruce Hoffman Randy Katz, beloved wife of Rabbi David Klatzker. Kitty & Bruce Hoffman The Mann Family – Kim, Skip, Ryan, Jo, Jason, Amber, Owen & Nathaniel Myra Rosenbloom, beloved mother of Stan & Lauri Rosenbloom. Heidi & Jerry Sakol Barbara Render, beloved mother of Renee Kaplan. Heidi & Jerry Sakol
Alice Schuster, beloved mother of David & Susan Schuster. Kitty & Bruce Hoffman Hilda Stern, beloved mother of Debbi & Alan Green. Heidi & Jerry Sakol
MEN’S CLUB FUND
KIDDUSH FUND
SIDDURIM FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Debbie & Arnie Bender and Family. Diane & Howard Ganden
IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother and grandmother of Debbie and Arnie Bender and Family and Marcy and Jon Soble and Family. Gayle & Jeffrey Brim The Charman Family Cathy & Mitch Feiger Lee & Arnie Goldberg Allison & Joseph Lolli Margaret Seres, William, Loren and Gabriel Seres
Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Natalie & Brian Gurin Ilene & Larry Schneider Lenore Kasper, beloved aunt of Dan & Sherry Weinberger. Janet & Myron Reicher UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Harry Caplan, beloved father. Ron Caplan Phillip Zeidman, beloved father and grandfather. Marc & Rebecca Zeidman and Family
EDUCATION FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Debbie & Arnie Bender and Family. The Balogh Family Beverly Donenberg, beloved mother of Nancy and Mark Zorfas and Family. Trudy & Bob Balogh
CANTOR WEISBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND IN HONOR OF: Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the birth of their granddaughter, Riley Samantha Levinstein. Gayle & Rick Pervos IN MEMORY OF: Sam Darin, beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather of Bruce and Suzi Darin. Betty & Steve Kolko Gayle & Rick Pervos Seymour (Skip) Dunn, beloved of Arlene Dunn. Renee & Mike Malter UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Carl Freedman, in loving memory. Lynn & Art Freedman Sylvia Rosen, in loving memory. Lynn & Art Freedman
IN APPRECIATION OF: Rabbi Zimbalist for his awesome Yom Hashoah service. Amy & David Schneider
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TRIBUTES BEN SAYPOL MEMORIAL FUND
BEN SAYPOL MEMORIAL FUND (Cont.)
IN HONOR OF: Leslie & Steven Peck upon the engagement of their daughter, Marlee to Zachary. Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family
IN MEMORY OF: Randy Katz, beloved wife of Rabbi David Klatzker. Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family Marlene & Stacy Sachs
Barb & Lee Silver upon the engagement of their daughter, Julia to Joey. Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family
Myra Rosenbloom, beloved mother of Stan & Lauri Rosenbloom. Marlene & Stacy Sachs
Rhonda & Jeff Wener upon the birth of their granddaughter, Riley Samantha Levinstein. Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family IN MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother of Debbie & Arnie Bender. Marlene & Stacy Sachs Sam Darin, beloved father of Bruce & Suzi Darin. Charlene & Bruce Entman Rachael & Michael Gluck Marlene & Stacy Sachs Lawrence Goldstein, beloved father of Ken & Dana Goldstein. Rachael & Michael Gluck Marlene & Stacy Sachs Marcia Katz, beloved mother of Helaine Katz-Ratzkoff and Family. Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family
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Alice Schuster, beloved mother of David & Susan Schuster. Marlene & Stacy Sachs Hilda Stern, beloved mother of Debbi & Alan Green. Marlene & Stacy Sachs Sam Wener, beloved father of Jeff & Rhonda Wener. Marlene & Stacy Sachs
UPON THE YARHZEIT OF: Mark Sachs, beloved brother and uncle. Marlene & Stacy Sachs
JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Anna Barnett, beloved mother and grandmother. Lou & Louise Barnett and Family
Ralph Barnett, beloved father and grandfather. Lou & Louise Barnett and Family Barbara Greenberg Morley, in loving memory. Marlene & Art Greenberg
RACHEL HIRSHMAN MEMORIAL FUND IN LOVING MEMORY OF: Renee Blustein, beloved mother and grandmother of Debbie & Arnie Bender and Family and Marcy & Jon Soble and Family. The Krule Family
ETHAN LEVITAN MEMORIAL FUND
IN MEMORY OF: Ethan Levitan, in loving memory. Marilyn & Kenneth Fried
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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 Morris Zimbalist Hazzan Gil Ezring Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz Hazzan Emeritus Roger J. Weisberg President Dana Goldstein 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.
Candle Lighting Times
Worship Schedule
Candle Lighting time is calculated for 18 minutes
Conducted by before sunset and is adjusted for Daylight Savings Time. Rabbi Morris Zimbalist and Hazzan Gil Ezring Shabbat Evening Services ..........................................7:30.p.m. Shabbat Morning Services ........................................ 9:30 a.m. Alternative Shabbat Service (Interpretive Minyan).. 10:30 a.m.
May 1 ……................................................. 7:32 p.m.
Weekday Morning Minyan: Sunday .................................................................. 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday ........................................ 7:30 a.m.
May 15 ……............................................... 7:46 p.m.
Weekday Evening Minyan: Monday through Thursday .................................... 7:30 p.m.
May 29 …......SHAVUOT.......................... 7:59 p.m.
May 8 ……................................................. 7:39 p.m. May 22 ……............................................... 7:53 p.m. May 28 ..……SHAVUOT………............. 7:58 p.m.
The Blessing For Lighting The Candles On Shabbat is אֲ ֶשׁר,ֹלקינוּ ֶמלֶ ְך הָ עוֹלָ מ ֵ ֱבָּ רוְּך אַ ָתּה ה' א .וֹתיו וְצִ וָּנוּ ְלהַ ְד ִליק נֵר ֶשׁל ַשׁבָּ ת ָ ְִק ְדּ ָשׁנוּ ְבּ ִמצ 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.