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August 22, 2021

Selichot

August 28 9:00 PM

August 29 9:00 AM

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

FROM THE RABBI Lessons Learned. made plain, and the crooked places will History teaches us that Passover is be made straight, and the glory of the the festival of freedom for the Jewish Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh people. And without question, the shall see it together.” Dr. King’s words narrative of our Exodus from Egypt speak to a transformation of our is the quintessential essence of country and betterment of our what it means for us to be physically community – tangible improvements for free from bondage and servitude, humanity, but to achieve these lofty tyranny and oppression. But we goals, we must begin with ourselves. know that other forms of physical RABBI oppression exist. COVID kept many MORRIS ZIMBALIST Over the past year, Congregation Beth of us in our homes for months and to Judea has experienced a remarkable date, some are still uncomfortable in crowds of people. Some of us haven’t been in transformation and communal growth in different the presence of family and loved ones for ways than ever before. Technology has afforded almost 2 years. In addition, incidents of anti- us the opportunity to create a new dimension of Semitism are also rising from coast to coast in sacred time and sacred space from anywhere in America and around the world – senseless the world. We have modeled understanding and hatred that has spanned the centuries. One responsibility by wearing masks and remained simply needs to turn on the news or pick up a socially distanced from others. Many have opted newspaper to find increased attacks against to be vaccinated against COVID19, and that Jews. Whether it is desecration of Jewish decision has benefitted the greater community. cemeteries, violent attacks against Jews on the We kept morale high and upbeat and used that streets, destructive actions aimed at to lift us up from our unimaginable lows. And by synagogues, participation in the Boycotts, doing so, we not only helped ourselves to begin Divestments, and Sanctions (BDS) campaign a process of healing, but we also relieved some against Israel, and even at the Olympic games of the sense of oppression within our where some athletes refuse to compete congregational family and greater community. against members of Israel’s delegation, JewWe continued our transformation by reopening hatred singles us out and too often leaves us the CBJ building for Shabbat services just a few alone with our fear, concern, and outrage. Our loneliness is a type of bondage – one that months ago, while keeping remote access and oppresses us emotionally and spiritually. We participation available for those who prefer to daven from home. Our multi-access approach are isolated simply because we are Jews. has sparked a rise in Chaver memberships On August 28, 1963, the late Reverend Dr. which has not only grown our membership base, Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke these words to but also increased our revenue. Lifting ourselves address concerns of racial inequality in up allowed us to spread the warmth of CBJ far America – sadly, a systemic problem that beyond our local area. And certainly, central to continues to plague our country today. To our transformation was welcoming Cantor Batexpand upon his vision of equity and tolerance, Sarah to our professional team and CBJ family. I I believe the lessons from his powerful words am very proud of how we embraced Cantor Batare applicable for all people who experience Sarah, together with her husband Lev and their physical, emotional, or spiritual oppression. Dr. greater family, with open arms, much love, and King said, “I have a dream that one day every unconditional support. Cantor Bat-Sarah’s valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain passion, wisdom, and enthusiasm can already shall be made low, the rough places will be be felt from the bima to the Religious School,. continued on next page

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FROM THE RABBI affording all CBJ members the opportunity to expand upon their personal, spiritual, and educational pursuits. Our Executive Committee and greater Board of Directors has been graced by many new volunteers who span the generations from within our congregation. I am grateful to all the members of previous Boards for their dedication to tireless efforts to make CBJ the fabulous congregation that we are today. And now I’m thrilled to work with our new Board to ensure that great things continue to happen at Congregation Beth Judea! Our potential is limitless so long as we believe in ourselves and inspire others to do the same.

I cannot thank you enough for putting your faith and trust in Congregation Beth Judea. I am truly honored to be your rabbi and humbled to work with such talented professional and lay teams. We have successfully raised ourselves up from the uncertainties of the past year, and I am confident that we are prepared to face any challenge that may come our way in the years ahead. As summer quickly draws to a close, please take a moment to recognize, appreciate, and celebrate all that we have accomplished. We couldn’t have done this alone. Rather, we began with ourselves, faced our fears with confidence, inspired friends and family around us, and are now prepared to stand together no matter what comes our way. Shalom l’kulam, Rabbi Zimbalist

NOTES FROM THE CANTOR I am so happy to have arrived at Congregation Beth Judea. There is such a feeling of family, community, and continuity here, and I have been warmly welcomed into this family. You have been through an extraordinary year and a half together and have excelled at providing a loving Jewish home for the students in the Religious School and for the whole community. This personal transition – moving to a new state, house, congregation, synagogue-team – has actually been delightful! I’m enjoying my time on the bimah with Rabbi Zimbalist, and I’m grateful to be able to help with pastoral care and life cycle events. The incoming Board is full of energy and ideas, and Lisa Neiman

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and Marc Sender are indispensable guides to the traditions of this community. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention how much I appreciate the warm welcome that has been extended to my husband, Lev. He is looking forward to contributing his time, skills, and humor to this community, and the outreach from the Men’s Club is just great!

We are in for another year that will look like nothing we’ve ever seen before. We have all spent the summer making plans for the High Holidays and for the start of the school year. Together, we are ready for the adventure of the coming year.

CALENDAR Special Events August 28 August 29

Erev Selichot Selichot Services

Sisterhood August 5 August 15 August 18

Rummage Collection Sisterhood Bagels & Schmooze Sisterhood Book Club

Men’s Club

Programming August 8 August 13 August 20 August 22

Israel Committee Movie Night School Supplies & Backpack Donations Shabbat Under the Stars CBJ Annual Block Party

August 8 August 29 Dec. 11-12

Men’s Club Wellness Walk Rizman Memorial Annual Golf Outing Men’s Club Retreat

Religious School Sept. 12

Opening Day Religious School

Adult Education Our regular weekday and Shabbat classes continue to meet – see adult ed section for details

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

High Holiday Guide Coming Soon

Meetings BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE

Please check website

DEADLINE – SEPTEMBER13, 2021.

This is the Deadline for the Book of Remembrance Forms is September 13, 2021. Please be sure to submit your forms as it will be submitted to the printer that day, and no revisions can be made.

Be Sure To Check Out “Beth Judea Community News”

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Shabbat Prayers

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August 6, 2021 – 6:30 pm Those who celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during the month of August will be recognized at our service on August 6th. Our worship will begin at 7:30 pm. Children of every age are welcome!

Save the Date

SHABBAT UNDER THE STARS Friday, August 20, 2021

BLOCK PARTY Sunday, August 22, 2021 Watch Your Weekly Emails for Upcoming Information

In This Issue Page From the Rabbi 2 Cantor/Education Director 3 Calendar 4 Important Dates and Reminders 6 Mission Statement 6 President’s Message 8 Thank You! 9 Shabbat Under the Stars 10 CBJ Block Party 11 Selichot 12 Special Events 13 Boomers 15 Jewllenialz 15 SHALVA 15 Hesed Committee 17 Young Families Events 18 The Word – August 2021

Weekly/Shabbat Programs Ways & Means Youth Religious Education Adult Education Sisterhood Sisterhood Gift Shop Men’s Club Interfaith Council Alternative Minyan The Goodman’s Blog The Helping Hand Plan Hesed Business Directory Birthdays & Anniversaries Yahrzeits Tributes

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Important Dates and Notices ROSH CHODESH AUGUST 8, 2021 AUGUST 9, 2021

ROSH CHODESH ROSH CHODESH

Watch your emails and our website for updates and changes to any of our programs or information

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

AUGUST EVENTS August 5 August 8 August 8 August 13 August 15 August 18 August 20 August 22 August 29

Sisterhood Rummage Collection Israel Committee Movie Night Men’s Club Wellness Program School Supply & Backpack Donations Sisterhood Bagels & Schmooze Sisterhood Book Club Shabbat Under The Stars CBJ Block Party Jack Rizman Memorial Golf Outing

IMPORTANT DATES IN JEWISH HISTORY AUGUST 28, 2021 AUGUST 29, 2021

EREV SELICHOT SELICHOT We are an inclusive community, please contact Lisa Neiman if you have any special needs.

Please contact Lisa Neiman at lneiman@bethjudea.org or 847-6340777 if you need any special assistance to participate in any of our programs.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS September 12 Opening Day of Religious School

SHOFAR BLOWING We will not be having in-person shofar lessons this year; however any congregant who is interested in blowing shofar for the CBJ Rosh Hashanah services should contact Orin Rotman. Shofars can be purchased at the CBJ Sisterhood Gift Shop.

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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CALENDAR

Watch your emails and our website for updates and changes to any of our programs or information

COVID-19 UPDATE: CBJ is following the guidelines in accordance with CDC and local government. We are slowing reopening the building for services. You can sign up for services on our website at www.bethjudea.org. We will continue 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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President’s Message For those of you used to reading monthly messages from Dana, sorry but you’re going to have to put up with me for the next two years as I begin my service as your President. Dana’s ability to provide meaningful updates and/or inspiring messages each month will be difficult to duplicate. Nonetheless, here goes my attempt at the first of (hopefully) many.

HERB FINN CBJ PRESIDENT

At the outset, a brief introduction for those who don’t know me or my family. My wife Lori and I have been members of CBJ for about 20 years. We have three daughters (27, 24, and 18) – all of whom were Bat Mitzvah here. Starting this month, we are empty nesters as my youngest, Rayna, heads to Drake University. Lori is active in Sisterhood, where she is currently Membership VP. I have been on the Board of Directors for 6 years and have held the positions of Vice President of Facilities and Executive Vice President. For my “side hustle,” I’m an attorney specializing in intellectual property. Anyway, enough about me.

I am certain that I speak for everyone as I thank Dana for her unwavering guidance during an extremely difficult time over these last 18 months. Covid threw everything for a loop, and nobody could have predicted how CBJ would fare. Thankfully, Dana, Rabbi, and our entire CBJ staff were up to the task, and Beth Judea is emerging from the pandemic in a strong and unified position. As a strategic addition to our staff, we welcomed Cantor Elizabeth Bat-Sarah to our CBJ family. While with us for only a month, she has already had a deep impact on Shabbat services and our religious school. The partnership between her and Rabbi Zimbalist is gratifying to see develop. She has also become a fixture of the weekly Thursday night-caps – a no holds barred schmooze fest. Please join with your favorite beverage. Although the building was closed and in person activities were limited, we were able to maintain our membership levels and created new opportunities for involvement. We added the Chaver membership category for those of the CBJ family who are not geographically close but want to maintain their connection with us. We provided remote and multi-access programs and educational opportunities for both children and adults. And, while we couldn’t be in person, we quickly figured out Zoom and continued our tradition of daily minyanim – not once, but twice a day. CBJ didn’t just survive the pandemic, it thrived. As we emerge from the pandemic, we will continue to grow by not only continuing many programs from pre-pandemic, but also creating new activities – as the time away from our building has generated new ideas from all of you. Simply, we want to hear from all of you what you think worked, what you think didn’t, and what new ideas you have for CBJ. As a reminder, Committees meet on the following days:

Committee Education Facilities Finance Israel Inclusion Membership Programming Ritual Social Action Ways and Means Youth

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Meeting Day 3rd Tuesday of the Month 1st Wednesday of the Month 3rd Wednesday of the Month 1st Thursday of the Month Periodic 3rd Thursday of the Month 2nd Wednesday of the Month 1st Monday of the Month 2nd Wednesday of the Month 1st Monday of the Month 4th Monday of the Month

President’s Message You can always check the online CBJ Calendar for a reminder of meeting dates, times, and locations (see your weekly email for link). This is an exciting time for Beth Judea. I can’t wait to see what wonderful opportunities the next two years bring and feel fortunate that I get to be a small part of it. If there is ever anything I can do for any of you -- shul related or otherwise – please reach out by email or phone. L’Shalom

Herb Herbert H. Finn, President CBJBoardPresident@gmail.com HerbCBJ@gmail.com Cell: 312-953-0321

THANK YOU Thank you to all those who sponsored the Kiddush in honor of our Award Recipients & Outgoing and Incoming Officers and Board Members: Susan Adleman Laura & Adam Barshefsky Cantor Bat-Sarah & Lev Mallinger Debbie & Arnie Bender Darlene & Barry Bikshorn Sandra & Howard Citron Suzi & Bruce Darin Debbie & Mark Dubin Lesley Elisco Charlene & Bruce Entman Cathy & Mitchell Feiger Ruth Finkel Lori & Herb Finn Al Gimpel Lee & Arnie Goldberg Dana & Ken Goldstein & Family Alina & Neil Greenhill Andrea & Jason Heiger Renee & Michael Klass Sherry & Marty Krawitz Joan & Norm Kurtz

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Jill & Harold LeVine Margaret & Todd Lichtenstein Debbie & Steve Limer Rita & Sidney Mathias Judy & Louis Rabin Susan & Fred Rabinowitz Marilyn & David Rebnord Beth & Ken Redfern Heidi & Joel Robbins Sandra Rockwell Beth Rose Marlene & Stacy Sachs Heidi & Jerry Sakol Jack Siegellak Natalie & Nate Solomon Robin & James Tehrani Phyllis Udany Erica & Matt Veronie & Family Marilyn & Sandy Victor Alison & Rabbi Morris Zimbalist & Family

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SCHOOL SUPPLIES & BACKPACKS NEEDED (but will be different this year) DROP OFF WILL BE IN THE BETH JUDEA PARKING LOT FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2021 10:00 am – 1:00 pm To make it easier, we are requesting you donate a full backpack. The backpack should include: NEEDED SUPPLY LIST

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1-2 Dozen Pencils 1-2 Erasers Pencil Box or Zip Pencil Bag Scissors 24 Box Crayons Ruler 2-4 Glue Sticks Safety Scissors

❑ 2 Pocket No Prong Plastic Folders: Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Black (1 each) ❑ 1 Box Each of Washable Fine & Wide Tip Classic Color Markers ❑ 12 or 24 Box Colored Pencils ❑ 3-5 Spiral Notebooks

If you are not able to donate a full backpack, please consider donating child size headphones, dry erase markers, index cards, post it notes and sandwich and gallon size zip lock bags. These are supplies off the District 96 list and vary according to age. Please adjust the size of the scissors according to the intended age of the child - kindergarten, elementary, middle school, high school. The backpacks will be given to Vernon Township, our local township, which donates these to area families in need. Any excess school supplies will be donated to Fill-a-Heart-4-Kids, which aids foster children in Illinois. If you cannot drop off on August 13, please contact Ronna Leibach at bows23@gmail.com to arrange an alternate drop off. If you are able to help sort supplies during the collection time, please contact Ronna at bows23@gmail.com. Please contact Lisa Neiman at lneiman@bethjudea.org if you need any assistance to participate in this program.

Jewllennialz

Boomers

The third Jewllennialz event is in the books! Twenty-three people attended our Paint & Sip gathering (some left before this photo was taken!). We were virtually instructed to complete a beautiful painting of a whale breaching towards the moon. Messes were made, all the completed paintings were equally good, of course, and fun was had by all. A huge thank you to the Sisterhood and Programming Committee for helping to fund this event!

All Congregation Beth Judea members age 55 and over, are welcome to participate.

If you or your Millennial/Gen-Z child or grandchild missed this event and are interested in attending the next, the Jewllennialz committee is in the process of planning a Kabbalah Cookout! Join us for delicious food and Jewish mysticism taught by our very own Cantor Bat-Sarah and meet some more Jewish young adults while you're at it. Date TBD. Email jewllennialz@gmail.com information.

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If you’re not already on the BOOMERS mailing list, please email your name and email address to:

boomerscbj@gmail.com. Stay healthy, Joan Rosemarin

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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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. 

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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 for their commitment to helping others . 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).

Focus on Families

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.BETHJUDEA.ORG TO VIEW ALL ONLINE AND UPCOMING EVENTS.

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ADULT EDUCATION Welcome to our Adult Education Series. To register for classes or to find out more information, please contact the synagogue.

Adult Education Series Ongoing Classes WEEKLY CLASSES:

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.

SHABBAT SATURDAY CLASSES:

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.

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

Sweet Taste of Torah: Chronicles Taught by Orin Rotman

Wednesday evenings at 8 p.m. Beginning in September 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.

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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Ways and Means = FUNrai$ing DONATING TO CBJ WITHOUT SPENDING $ We all Shop, Eat, Drink… Whether it is: Amazon Starbucks Dunkin Donuts Sunset Mariano’s Lettuce Entertain You …or more

FUNDRAISING IDEAS The Ways and Means Committee is here for your ideas; please share them with us at CBJWaysMeansVP@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.

Thank you all for your support.

Ways and Means

Paula Carter Ways & Means VP

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 – August 2021

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! $120 for a year (one-year term) Submit a high resolution graphic of your business card to Lisa Neiman at lneiman@bethjudea.org. Subscription payment must be received to activate term.

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.

Did you know that when you shop on Amazon you can support Congregation Beth Judea at the same time? It's very simple, Amazon smile will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible amazon purchases to Congregation Beth Judea. Here is the link: Click here to Shop The Word - August 2021

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

Youth Refuat HaNefesh: A Guide to Mental Health in Quarantine from USY

Please click here to find Refuat HaNefesh: A Guide to Mental Health in Quarantine. In this guide you will find many resources that can help you and your friends stay physically and emotionally healthy. We hope these tips, tricks, and connections will serve as supports - both on days when you're feeling okay and also on others when you need a helping hand. In addition to these resources, remember that our USY community has never been stronger or more supportive - you can find programs from USY and our many regions on multiple nights of every week. Always remember that your USY family doesn't end when the Zoom call is over. Your friends and staff members are always available for you to lend an ear, make you laugh, or just to talk. If you are looking for more resources, have any questions, or if you and your families need anything, please remember you can always find our contact information on the USY Website, www.usy.org We're here for you, now and always.

Religious Education Religious School for Kindergarten through Kitah Heh (7th grade) begins onsite, on Sunday, September 12, 2021.

Cantor Bat-Sarah Education Director

As we move towards the new school year, re-enrollments are going strong; we have welcomed some new families, and we have a few more families taking a look at our program. The warmth of this community and the strength of our educational program are major selling points. Most of our teachers this year will be familiar faces who are all very excited to be working with our students again. I have had a great time getting to know them, the Education Committee, and as many parents as possible during the summer. Structure of School in the Fall Kindergarten through 2nd graders will have in-person classes on Sundays from 9:00am - noon. Their access to the building will be prioritized. 3rd through 7th graders will have in-person classes on Sundays from 9:00am - noon, with a remote option with director’s prior consent (no lastminute decisions to access Religious School remotely). 3rd through 6th graders have remote-only classes on Tuesdays, 4:15pm – 6:15pm. 7th graders will have remote-only classes on Tuesdays, 6:15pm – 8:00pm. When we reach a high percentage of vaccinated 7th graders, we will consider being in-person on Tuesdays. Any time that Religious School is in session in the CBJ building, we are requiring everyone in the school area to wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status. When the Relgious School students are using indoor space on the main floor, we will require those in our vicinity to be masked.

ADULT EDUCATION Welcome to our Adult Education Series. To register for classes or to find out more information, please see your weekly emails.

Adult Education Series Ongoing Classes WEEKLY CLASSES:

SHABBAT SATURDAY CLASSES:

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

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Sisterhood We hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful summer weather, reentering our community, and feeling safer. Last month, we hosted Sisterhood installations at a lovely event in Darlene Bikshorn's backyard. Thanks to a large shade tree, everyone was able to enjoy the afternoon (in spite of the heat), and finally able to visit with each other in person. We were thrilled to have Cantor Bat-Sarah join us! Thank you to everyone who attended and made the event so special. Congratulations!, and thank you to our outgoing board members. Best wishes and thank you to our incoming board members. When cleaning out your closets this summer, please remember to hang on to your donations for our Sisterhood Rummage Collection on August 5. Drop off will be in the CBJ parking lot from 8:00am to 1pm for one day only. Please email cbjsisterhoodmail@gmail.com by July 30th and list the number of kitchen and garbage bags that you will be donating. We would love to have you join us for our Bagels and Shmooze event; August 15, 10am-12pm with an optional walk at 9:30am (Rain backup is August 15, 3pm-5pm). We will meet at Century Park, 1002 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. RSVP by August 11 to Laura Zoller at lkz0410@gmail.com or cell 312-391-8983. We look forward to another opportunity for a lovely inperson gathering. When filling out your registration for the upcoming year, we hope that you will consider joining CBJ Sisterhood! We would love to see lots of new faces this year! It is with great sadness that we said goodbye to a dear friend, a very involved member in Sisterhood, and a long time member of CBJ, Leslie Peck. We know that her memory will be for a blessing, and we wish Steve and her children all our best wishes as they heal from this tragic loss. Stay well, and we hope to see you soon, Darlene Bikshorn dbikshorn@gmail.com Michele Sussman Mesussman@gmail.com

Sisterhood Co-presidents

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Sisterhood Torah Fund Torah Fund Cards Women's League for Conservative Judaism just added three new card designs to our Torah Fund ecards platform -- two for Rosh Hashanah, and one for any occasion. With eight options now available, our ecards are an ideal way to send greetings and support Torah Fund at the same time. All revenue benefits the B'Yachad themed campaign. CBJ Sisterhood will receive credit at the end of the year for purchases when the purchaser inputs Congregation Beth Judea in the information requested. The platform is easy to use. A purchaser can add a donation of any amount and send cards to multiple recipients in one transaction. The platform can be used by purchasers in different countries, and a universal receipt is provided for each transaction. https://torahfundecards.jtsa.edu/ Any questions, or if you are interested in paper cards, please call Andrea Heiger (847) 506-2168 or Beth Redfern (847) 878-8314 To make a donation to the Torah Fund click here

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Sisterhood

Congregation Beth Judea’s Sisterhood Presents:

College Connection CBJ families are invited to keep your college students engaged with Congregation Beth Judea. We want to celebrate Judaism with your college students. If you would like your student to receive a College Connect from Sisterhood throughout the school year, please email the CBJ Sisterhood at cbjsisterhoodmail@gmail.com with the following: Name: ___________________________________________ Cell Phone: _______________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Information must be submitted by November 1, 2021

Sisterhood Gift Shop The Sisterhood of Beth Judea proudly shares about our renowned Judaica Shop! Due to COVID-19, our regular gift shop hours are suspended. Contact Ann Lerman at (847) 373-8640 or email us at giftshopcbj@gmail.com. Our Judaica Shop carries a wide variety of items and gifts with continually updated inventory. Come 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 nonJudaic 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! 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)

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Men’s Club Greetings from the Men’s Club. I hope you are enjoying your summer. The weather, for the most part, has been good and hopefully you have had a chance to get out and enjoy it. As another year at CBJ is beginning and we are back in the synagogue, we are starting to schedule events for the upcoming year (more on that later). We are also starting to think about the upcoming High Holidays (they are quite early this year) which means some fun events on the horizon. Our softball teams are in full swing, no pun intended, and as of this writing, our A team, coached by Michael Levy and Ken Goldstein, has a record of 3-3, and our B team, coached by Allen Harris and Brandt Rosen, also has a record of 3-3. There aren’t too many games left until the end of the season, so hopefully they will have a strong finish and make the playoffs. As a reminder, all games will be on Sunday morning either at 9:30 AM or 10:40 AM. The games will be played on the fields at 1750 Techny Road in Northbrook. Please come out to root for both teams. If you have any questions regarding the teams, please reach out to either Allen Harris or Brandt Rosen. As I mentioned in my last article, the Dr. Jack Rizman Memorial Golf Outing is back! This year it will be on Sunday, August 29 at Buffalo Grove Golf Course. The first tee time is 10:30 AM and we will be staggering the starts at 8-minute intervals. We will also be having a dinner and at the time of this writing, those plans are being finalized. If you are interested in signing up, please see the flyer that is in the weekly bulletin or the Word. If you are interested in sponsoring a hole or making a donation, also see the flyer or contact Alan Harris, Chuck Walcer, Morrie Rizman, or me. On Saturday, June 26, we presented our 2021 Man of the Year and Youth of the Year awards to Steve Limer and Amelia Tehrani, respectively, as part of the annual awards Shabbat. While we couldn’t have this at Apache Day Camp as scheduled, it was still a very nice morning. Again, Mazel Tov to the both of them. We are in the process of finalizing our 2021-2022 Men’s Club calendar. Some of the highlights include: • Building the sukkot (this year we will be having both the drive-thru and the stationary one next to the synagogue) – Sept. 12 • Project Isaiah – Sept. 16 • Steak and Scotch Dinner – Sept. 26 • Tap the Torah – Oct. 20, Jan. 26, and May 11. • Men’s Club Retreat – Dec. 11 & 12 (more on that below) • World Wide Wrap – Feb. 13, 2022 Speaking of the Men’s Club Retreat, this was supposed to happen this past January, but for obvious reasons, we needed to reschedule. It will be at The Ridge Hotel in Lake Geneva on December 11 & 12, 2021. Brandt Rosen and Steve Limer are chairing the event. If you have been to one of these in the past, you know what a great time we have. If you haven’t, I encourage to sign up. While it is only for one evening, we have many wonderful events and programs including: a wonderful Havdalah service led by Rabbi Zimbalist, Hearing Men’s Voices program, a historical trivia session led by Stacie Saks and Bruce Darin, A Saturday evening program (which is still in the works), and plenty of time to just relax and schmooze with the guys. The cost for the weekend includes your accommodations, meals, and fun. Please see the flyer in the weekly bulletin or the Word. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Brandt, Steve, or me. Last time, in 2018, we had 60 guys attend, and I know that we can get at least that many this year. That’s it for now. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to me or Brandt Rosen. As always, please stay safe and healthy. L’Shalom, Rob Lipka BJMC Co-President

Upcoming Events

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Men’s Club Annual Dr. Jack Rizman Memorial Golf Outing

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING A HOLE? PLEASE CLICK HERE

“Moments in Legacy” 2021 4th biennial CBJ Men’s Club Retreat Saturday Night and Sunday December 11-12, 2021 $175 Double Occupancy Room | $200 Single Occupancy Room ($25 discount for first time attendees) Food & Drinks Included

If cost is an issue, please contact Rob Lipka at ralipka@aol.com

The Ridge Hotel, Lake Geneva Click here to Register

Camaraderie, Games, Poker, Lively Discussions, and Fun!

Pay by Paypal to cbjmensclub18@gmail.com (choose to pay to “family and friends”) or pay by Zelle to lneiman@bethjudea.org Questions: contact Brandt Rosen at bdr8586@yahoo.com

“TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS TO COME ALONG!” Please contact Lisa Neiman if you need any accommodations.

INTERFAITH COUNCIL News from the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council By Joanne Dicker, a Congregation Beth Judea Representative

In May, the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council issued a statement against anti-Semitism on its website. It read, “We strongly condemn antisemitism in all forms-verbal, written and physical. We ask you to join us and support your neighbors. Hate has no place in our community. We condemn the promotion of hate, intolerance and lack of respect for people of different religious beliefs, practices, holy books and holy sites. We will not remain silent and watch our neighbors live in fear-afraid to pray at their houses of worship, send their children to school, eat at a restaurant, go grocery shopping or even walk down the street. Let this month, and the months that follow, be a time of increased vigilance and understanding where we work toward a better future for all of us. Speak out. Take action. Silence implies acceptance and serves to encourage and embolden those with evil intent. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that."* The Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council stands in solidarity with our Jewish neighbors, friends and colleagues.” *Dr. Martin Luther King We want to thank everyone who participated in our virtual June i-walk against hunger. We had another successful “walk.” The monies collected will go to help support our food pantries. In addition, our May virtual walking tour of Jerusalem highlighted the city’s important holy sites to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Please also note that many congregations have participated in our Milkweed for Monarchs Survival campaign sponsored by Sierra Club and the Interfaith Council. At Congregation Beth Judea, we supplemented our existing gardens with Milkweed and other nectar plants to assist monarch butterflies. Many thanks to Rachel Jordan for her support with this project. Please join us and your neighbors for these upcoming programs: 1. National Night Out: August 3, 2021 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. The Buffalo Grove Park District invites you to spend an evening in support of National Night Out. This evening is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support and participation in local anti-crime efforts, and strengthen neighborhood spirit and community relations. Please drop off non-perishable food at the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council’s table. For more information: http://bgparks.org/event/summer/national-night.aspx 2. Book drive: August and September. Check your congregation for book bins. We are working on a book drive for pre-school children. Help us to open their world and their imaginations through reading! We are collecting gently used or new books. This initiative seeks to support and encourage parents to read to their children. We also endeavor to help pre-school children gain confidence in their reading ability, in English, Spanish, or both. These books would be made available for free in a variety of community facilities and shelters. Did you know that 70% or people in jail or in juvenile court can’t read past the third grade level? If you have books to donate call us at 224699-0386.

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INTERFAITH COUNCIL News from the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council By Joanne Dicker, a Congregation Beth Judea Representative (continued)

3. Ongoing: Food Pantry assistance. Please help your neighbors whose lives have been adversely affected by the pandemic economically. The Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council helps food pantries at Congregation Beth Am, Kingswood Methodist Church, St. Alphonsus, and St. Mary Parish. Your monetary donations are always welcome but especially needed at this time of year. I am also attaching a flier of requested non-perishable foods and dry goods should you wish to purchase and drop off at the food pantries directly. If you need assistance, I am also attaching contact information for our food and local pantries. 4. Upcoming: Our Annual Thanksgiving Celebration: November 21, 2021!

The Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council proudly serves this community. If you have any programming suggestions, please forward them to me or your IFC representatives. Joanne Dicker 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

Book Drive: August and September We are working on a book drive for pre-school children. Help us to open their world and their imaginations through reading! We are collecting gently used or new books. This initiative seeks to support and encourage parents to read to their children. We also endeavor to help pre-school children gain confidence in their reading ability, in English, Spanish, or both. These books would be made available for free in a variety of community facilities and shelters. Did you know that 70% or people in jail or in juvenile court can’t read past the third grade level? If you have books to donate call us at 224-699-0386.

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LIFE IN ISRAEL THE GOODMANS’ 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 in person or on Zoom. 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. We look forward to welcoming you to our community. Shabbat Shalom, Norm Kurtz Service Leader See your weekly email for the Zoom info.

Upon three things the world is based: Upon Torah,

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

Michael Rosenfeld

August 20

David Rebnord

August 2

Edith Margules

August 21

August 4

Michele Sussman

Ken Brandt Lesley Elisco Ron Friedman Shira Sender

August 5

Barry Goldrich Craig Levin Stuart Pearl Brandt Rosen Lee Silver

August 22

Andrea Alhadeff Rob Levy Morry Rizman

August 23

Tammy Brody

August 24

Samuel Feldman Debra Posner

August 25

Michael Chorpash Elana Feinsmith Jonathan Gerchikov Deborah Limer Linda Stark

August 6

Richard Chappe Michael Jacobs Jordan Krugel

August 8

Charlene Entman Bruce Portnoy

August 9

Laura Langer

August 10

Michael Levenstein Linda Spitz

August 26

Lindsey Schneider Jerrold Silver

Mitchell Polonsky Nathan Solomon

August 27

Lori Finn Sherie Zucker

Lee Goldberg Staci Levy

August 29

Jim Duvel Jeff Kostis Joan Kurtz Barbara Pearl

August 31

Paula Ham-Su Ron Miller Edward Newman Steve Rosenbloom

August 12 August 13 August 14

Donald Niven Sanford Victor

August 15

David Brody Hanning Zhang

August 17

Bruce Entman Becky Silverman Brian Wenk

August 18

Nancy Litwin

August 19

Stacy Brull Marcie Marcus Tatyana Pesin Heidi Robbins Carey Rosemarin Marcia Weissman 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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AUGUST ANNIVERSARIES We wish a very Happy Anniversary to the following members of our Beth Judea Family:

August 1

Rhonda & Edward Newman Erica & Matt Veronie

August 21

Barbara & Lee Silver Marcia & Robert Weissman

August 6

Elizabeth Ladin-Gross & Brent Gross

August 22

Stefanie & Joshua Ebner

August 23

Lee & Arnie Goldberg

August 8

Sherri & Morrie Lieberman Staci & Steven Turofsky

August 24

Vicki & Sanford White

August 9

Anne & Lance Pacernick

August 25

August 10

Effie & Matthew Kudlowitz Merle & Evan Rumack

Marla & Neal Feld Joan & Norman Kurtz Nancy & Burton Litwin

August 26

Celia & Dan Geiger

August 11

Drora & Jerry Patt August 27

August 12

Rhonda & David Cohn Laura & Martin Langer

Amy & Scott Bauer Jayme & Gary Ernsteen Ann & Mitchell Lerman

August 14

Ellyn & Layne Pollard

August 28

Pamela Weiner & Steven Malkin

August 15

Mary & Harvey Brickman Judith & William Levitan Rhonda & Larry Wollheim

August 29

Joanne & Steven Dicker

August 30

Marah & Jonathan Altenberg Lauri & Stan Rosenbloom

August 31

Charlene & Bruce Entman Kristie & Mark Fingerhut Jimena & Jared Goldstine Sarah & Jeff Martin Ann Lesley & Scott Rosen Karen & Paul Saharack Edith & Mitchell Schwerdlin

August 17

Barbara & Stuart Pearl Beth & Kenneth Redfern

August 19

Robin & Fred Fingerhut Wendy & Steven Frost Pamela & Howard Kaufman Linda & Albert Stark

August 20

Sheryl & Harold Cutler Judith & Glenn Goldstein

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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August Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS August 6

Gerald Balbirer* Bernice Ellis Bessie Kessler* Howard Leibach* Herman Nidetz* Meyer Rashbaum Rose Stein Faye Yablon

Marcella Bulmash Martin Ernsteen Rae Kubiak* Natalie Meltzer Clara Pieter* Rabbi Salimi Morris Sulak Israel Yatkowsky*

Lillian Dannen* Paul Fish Michael Lazar* Esther Mosak* Tevya Polakow Ruth Sheft Herbert Wolff Sam Yublosky*

August 13

Edna Arker* Gloria Chappe Sonia Karchmar* Rose Luciano* Seymour Paisin* Jack Rosenbloom* Beatrice Smith

Alvin Berger* Irene Cohen Irving Katz Ruth Mandel* Irv Pearlman* Eve Rosenfeld Alan Stark

Harry Borkan* Herbert Forman Abram Lieberman* Ruth Moses* Mollie Resnick* Arthur Silverberg

August 20

Morton Abelson* Rosalyn Coleman* Sylvia Ziegler Biron Davidov Jack Glickman Kenneth Haberman* Bernice Steinberg Hoyt Jake Klein* Bernard Landau* Sidney Patt Harris Rosenthal* Jerry Soble Donna Truger*

Barbara Abramovitz* Sam Cooper Earl Elisco Alex Greenberg* Millie Hennes Paul Kaufmann Maurice J. Korengold Yetta Lipka Ronald Rebnord Alice Rothenberg* Sam Stark*

Kalman Albun* Frances R. Corenman* Mildred Forman* Ruth Greenhill-Spatt Mary Hill Joseph Klaskin* Minnie Fannie Krassner* Debora Litwin* Robert Rosenbaum* Marcel Silberman Stuart Trock

August 27

Ida Albun* Bernard Donenberg Rochelle Feldman Paula Greenstein* Amelia Kane Jacob Louis Levin* Martin Reicher* Sidney Schreibman* Lillian Shugan

Tessie Barkan Audrey Epton Jacob Friedland* Al Harris Janet Klass* Selma Opper Arthur Rothenberg* Leo Semel Phillip Stephan

Greta Dessauer Melvin Feldman* Arthur Gerchikov Hyman Hoffman* Dorothy Leibowitz Dorothy Perlmutter Kenneth Sachsel* Diane Shapiro* Robert Wollheim

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

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September Yahrzeits YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS September 3

Ruth Alhadeff Rose Edelstein Morris Gorin* Rochelle London Jack Rosemarin Edward Schmarak Theodor Sender* Albert Sumner*

Bessie Brenner* Betty Falcon* Michael Litt Morris Mills Elsie Saharack Daniel Schuster Alan Slivka

Louis Broodno* Beverly Goldstein Lillian Loeb* Alan Nisenbaum* Leslie Schiff* Sam Seligman Ida Stein*

September 10 Faye Angell* Bertram Eisner* Fred Green Ruth Levy* Lillian Raab Lance Rubin Irving Schuster Arlene Watters Gerszon Weiskopf* Nathan Zeiger

William Burg* Millie Fenchel Robert Hillman Rose Litwin Ida Rich Jessie Rubinstein* Jules Spitz Sol Weinberg* Richard Wolf*

David S. Eisenberg Leonard Fisher* Louis Lerner* Max Pander Betty Rosenthal Nathan Sandler* Sally Sylvan Jack Weinger Abraham Wolinsky*

September 17 Frances S. Barnett* Jeffrey Caplan* Suzanne Fine Leon Goldberg* Carol Guaglardi Sarah Levsky* Anita Raab Lillian Rosenston Harriette Silverman*

Arnold Block* Bernard Cutler* Shirley Friedlander David Goldbogen* Arnold Hecht* Harvey Maller Sam Rabin* Celia Schriebman* Harry Victor

Marianne Brenner* Dorothy Feldheim* Norman Friedman Etta Greenberg* Sol Kessler* Ruth Mason Bernard Resnick* Morris Shapiro*

September 24 Isaac Appel Dorothy Brown Rose Cohen M. Eileen Fojtik Philip Gluskin* Hyman Hundert* Esther Mendelsohn Rochelle Mosoff Millard Oscherwitz* George Rosset Charles Shuman Anna Wortell*

Symon Bows* Irving Brown Charles Feldman Philip Geltner Rose Goldberg* Benjamin Langer William Meyers* Richard Nathan* Eva Pander Solomon Schiller Frances Spiegel*

David Brodsky* Carol Caplan Harry Fisher Yale Gerol* Solly Gordon* Max Mann Hyman Molotsky Philip Nemser* Sanford “Sandy” Ramras Claire Seligman Ida Sulak

* 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: Paul Berkowitz Barry Cain Mark Dubin Alina Greenhill Barbara Julis Steve Kolko Lisa Alter Krule Bryan Mosak Fred Rabinowitz

Condolences Upon the Deaths: Casper Braverman Beloved Father of Chuck Braverman Harriet Krugel Beloved Congregant Beloved Wife of Jordan Krugel Beloved Mother of Gary Krugel Renee Malter Beloved Congregant Beloved Wife of Michael Malter Beloved Mother of Tammy Pollack Leslie Peck Beloved Congregant Beloved Wife of Steven Peck Susan Rizman Beloved Congregant Beloved Companion of Howard Levy Beloved Mother of Keith Rizman, Kim Ephraim and Stuart Rizman Beloved Sister-in-law of Morry & Marti Rizman Anne Rubin Beloved Mother of Sheldon Rubin Ruth Weiner Beloved Mother of Pamela Weiner

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Congratulations Upon the Births: CANTOR WEISBERG’S Suzi & Bruce Darin upon the birth of DISCRETIONARY FUND their granddaughter, Molly Saylor Dexl IN HONOR OF: Nancy & Gary Watts upon the birth Ann & Mitch Lerman and Family upon the wedding of Seth & of their grandson, Megan Lerman. Isaac “Izzie” Avery Schur Gayle & Rick Pervos Susie & Bob Pinzur upon the birth of their grandson, UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Easton Mendel Sear Brett Lawrence Berlant, you will live in our hearts forever. Congratulations Upon the Karen Berlant and Family Engagement: Sherry & Daniel Weinberger upon the engagement and marriage of Ronald Bloom, beloved father and their son, Jeremy Jay Weinberger grandfather. and Allyson Mara Kabak Cheryl, Marshall, Jori & Beth Brownfield CANTOR BAT-SARAH DISCRETIONARY FUND Elaine Brownfield Gerald Brownfield, beloved IN HONOR OF: parents and grandparents. Cantor Bat-Sarah joining Cheryl, Marshall, Congregation Beth Judea. Welcome! Jori & Beth Brownfield Dave Rebnord & Marilyn Green-Rebnord

Max Hiller, in loving memory. The Lammers Family

Debbie & Arnie Bender upon the renewal of their wedding vows. Lee & Arnie Goldberg Norman Moses, in loving memory. Natalie & Brian Gurin for their many Rona Wolf contributions to CBJ and upon their 25th wedding anniversary. Henry Kaner, beloved father. Lee & Arnie Goldberg Carol & Sheldon Kaner UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Milton David Secler, beloved Jack Goldberg, beloved father. Lee & Arnie Goldberg father and grandfather. Gloria, Harold, RABBI LIFSHITZ Ross, Suzanne & Rachel Secler DISCRETIONARY FUND Albert Siegel, in loving memory. UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Ben Siegel Gerald Balbirer, in loving memory of Papa Gerry. Scott, Amy, Alex, Jake & Brett Bauer Mollie Levine, in loving memory. Cheryl & Leonard Levine

Larry Tepper, beloved stepfather and grandfather. Cheryl, Marshall, Jori & Beth Brownfield

TRIBUTES RABBI ZIMBALIST DISCRETIONARY FUND AN ANONYMOUS DONATION WAS MADE IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea. Jay Yusko & Carol Thor Rabbi Zimbalist upon the Bat Mitzvah of Lily Ban. Jennifer & Noah Ban Rabbi Zimbalist for officiating at our vow renewal. Debbie & Arnie Bender

Rabbi Zimbalist for the beautiful ketubah signing and ceremony under the chuppah upon the marriage of our daughter and son-in-law, Allison & Bryan Fleishman. Dana & Ken Goldstein Rabbi Zimbalist for the excellent and thought-provoking Lunch and Learns. Elaine Howard Rabbi Zimbalist for officiating at our mother’s funeral and for the beautiful dedication ceremony for her headstone. Barb & Jim Hyman and Family & Rick & Barb Kavitt and Family Rabbi Zimbalist for the beautiful dedication of the headstone for Norman. Susan Kronowitz IN APPRECIATION OF: Rabbi Zimbalist for officiating at Harriet’s funeral. Jordan Krugel

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RABBI ZIMBALIST DISCRETIONARY FUND (Cont.) IN APPRECIATION OF: Rabbi Zimbalist for his continued support with the Auf-Ruf for Seth & Megan. Ann & Mitch Lerman

Rabbi Zimbalist for his caring service before and during our mother’s funeral and shiva. With sincere thanks. The Susan Rizman Family (Keith Rizman, Stuart Rizman and Family, Kim Ephraim and Family, Marti & Morry Rizman, Debbie Miller and Howard Levy) Thank you for the delicious cheesecake and thoughtful yahrzeit candle. Marilyn Zimbalist IN HONOR OF: Our 49th anniversary. Judy & Glenn Goldstein Our grandchildren, Elijah & Lily Ban. Roberta & Steven Leon Alison Zimbalist, upon her birthday. Merle & Evan Rumack Dana & Ken Goldstein upon the marriage of their daughter, Allison to Bryan Fleishman. Linda & Albert Stark Sandy Victor upon receiving the Rabbi’s award. Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Nancy & Gary Watts upon the birth of their grandson, Isaac “Izzie” Avery Schur. Maureen & David Stolman

RABBI ZIMBALIST DISCRETIONARY FUND (Cont.) PRAYERS HAVE BEEN SAID: Barry Cain, our dear friend. Renee & Wes Brown IN MEMORY OF: George Goldstein, beloved father. Judy & Glenn Goldstein Jerome Lettvin, beloved uncle. Judy & Glenn Goldstein Samuel Lettvin, beloved grandfather. Judy & Glenn Goldstein Leslie Peck, beloved wife, mother and grandmother of Steve Peck and Family. Bobbie & Floyd Babbitt Sam Sherman, beloved grandfather. Judy & Glenn Goldstein Anne Rubin, beloved “mom”. Thank you to Rabbi Zimbalist for your condolences and minyans for our mom. Sheldon & Carol Rubin UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Gloria Chappe, in loving memory. Ellen & Richard Chappe Cindy Marlo Cohn, in loving memory. Craig Cohn Morrie Elisco, never forgotten. Hennie Elisco Stanley Ferrari, in loving memory. Pam & Joel Polakow and Family

TRIBUTES RABBI ZIMBALIST DISCRETIONARY FUND (Cont.) UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Aaron Greenberg, in loving memory. Steven Greenberg Max Karp, beloved father. David & Estelle Karp Victor Lichtenstein, in loving memory. Alina & Neil Greenhill Clara Pieter, beloved mother and grandmother. Rhonda & Jeff Wener and Family Zig Price, in loving memory and forever missed and loved. Liz & Gary Schachter Seymour Rosen, beloved father. Lynn & Art Freedman Eleanore Shapiro, in loving memory. Suzie & Craig Cohn William Spiegel, in loving memory. Eileen & Alan Spiegel Sam Tepper, beloved father. Renee & Wes Brown Himan Weindruch, beloved father. Judy & Larry Weindruch

RABBI LIFSHITZ LEGACY FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Ruth Moses, in loving memory. Rona Wolf Shirley & Ira Pulver, our beloved parents and grandparents. The Pulver Family

PRAYER BOOK FUND (A Siddur was purchased and will be dedicated) IN HONOR OF: Herb Kanter upon his very special birthday. Jean & Ron Friedman IN MEMORY OF: LaVerne Berkelhamer, beloved mother of Nancy & Cary Sakol and Family. The Risley Family Irwin Gerber, in loving memory. Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Donald Sherman, beloved father, cherished forever, never forgotten. Judy Goldstein Nancy Sherman, beloved mother, cherished forever, never forgotten. Judy Goldstein Bernard Yegelwel, in loving memory. Gail Gerber & Eric Yegelwel

CHESED FUND IN HONOR OF: Roberta & Steve Leon upon the Bat Mitzvah of their granddaughter, Lily Ban. Judy & Barry Siegal

Kay Jaffe, our beloved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Jean & Ron Friedman and Family

Evan Rumack upon his very special birthday. Jean & Ron Friedman

Leslie Peck, beloved wife, mother and grandmother of Steven Peck and Family. CBJ Sisterhood

IN MEMORY OF: LaVerne Berkelhamer, beloved of Donna Hodges. Alan Berkelhamer

Leslie Peck, our dear friend and beloved wife, mother and grandmother of Steven Peck and Family. Sherry & Marty Krawitz

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Carl Barkan, beloved father. Gayle Cohen

Richard Peck, in loving memory. Deborah & Howard Tolsky and Family

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PRAYER BOOK FUND (A Siddur was purchased and will be dedicated) (Cont.)

Dottie Dicker, in loving memory of a wonderful mother, mother-in-law and grandma. Joanne & Steve Dicker

TRIBUTES GENERAL FUND AN ANONYMOUS DONATION WAS MADE IN HONOR OF: Adam Barshefsky being elected Vice President of the Board of Directors. Nita & Alvin Barshefsky Debbie & Arnie Bender upon their 30th wedding anniversary. Dana & Ken Goldstein Bruce Entman being named board member of the year. Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Brian Gurin upon receiving the outstanding service award. Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Renee and Dr. Michael Klass upon their anniversary. Rita & Sid Mathias Jeanne Krulewich upon the wedding of her daughter, Rachael Krulewich. Jean & Ron Friedman Susie & Bob Pinzur upon the birth of their grandson, Easton Mendel Sear. Rita & Sid Mathias IN MEMORY OF: LaVerne Berkelhamer, beloved mother of Nancy & Cary Sakol and Family. Carole & Michael Dunn Carole & Rick Goodman Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Gutman Traci & Bob Jacobson Bernard Radin Heidi & Jerry Sakol Barbara Zisook

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GENERAL FUND (Cont.) IN MEMORY OF: Harriet Krugel, our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Thank you to Rabbi Zimbalist for officiating at her funeral. Gary & Erica Krugel and Family Harriet Krugel, beloved wife of Jordan Krugel and beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of Gary & Erica Krugel and Family. Helene Fliegel and Family Cindy Lipka Rita & Sid Mathias Beth & Ken Redfern Heidi & Jerry Sakol Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Elayne Mott, beloved sister of Barb & Jeff Julis. Rita & Sid Mathias Leslie Peck, beloved wife, mother and grandmother of Steven Peck and Family. Dan Sher & the team at AlphaGraphics Rita & Sid Mathias Susan Rizman, beloved sister-inlaw of Marti & Morry Rizman. Rita & Sid Mathias Susan Rizman, beloved mother of Keith Rizman, Kim & Eric Ephraim and Stuart & Carrie Rizman. Rita & Sid Mathias Beth & Ken Redfern

GENERAL FUND (Cont.) UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Florence Bankendorf, in loving memory. Carla & Elliott Bankendorf

Allan Brandt, beloved grandfather. Marla & Ken Brandt Anne Feld Henry Feld, In loving memory. Marla & Neal Feld Ben Fisher, beloved grandfather. Herbert Fisher Sarah Fisher, beloved wife of Herbert Fisher and Mother of Susan Sheft and Robert Fisher. Herbert Fisher Osna Goldstein, beloved Bauby. Marla & Ken Brandt Curtis Green, beloved father and grandfather. Marilyn Green-Rebnord & David, Dan & Jacob Rebnord Mildred Honigberg, in loving memory. Jordan Krugel William Horwitz, in loving memory. Bruce Horwitz

Albert Soll, in loving memory. Roberta Uhler Ron Weiner, beloved father. Marla & Ken Brandt

TRIBUTES EDUCATION FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Todd Horowitz and Nicole Overbey. Susie & Bob Pinzur Lee Goldberg for her wonderful Adult Education class. Susan Adleman

IN HONOR OF: Natalie & Brian Gurin upon their 25th wedding anniversary. Jean & Ron Friedman UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Joseph Gardberg, in loving memory. Rita & Glen Gardberg

SUNSHINE FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sarah Fisher, in loving memory of our beloved mother and grammy. Robert, Judy, Sam, Max & Elliot Fisher SISTERHOOD FUND IN MEMORY OF: Leslie Peck, beloved wife, mother and grandmother of Steven Peck and Family. Susan Adleman Debbie & Arnie Bender Jean & Ron Friedman Elyse & Andrew Kovar The Mann Family Merle & Evan Rumack Rhonda & Jeff Wener

LINDA & ALBERT STARK FUND A Generous donation was made. Linda & Albert Stark UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Leila Schwartz, our beloved sister, aunt and great-aunt. We love you and miss you. Linda & Albert Stark and Family Rose Stark, beloved mother and grandmother. Linda & Albert Stark and Family

CAMP RAMAH FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Rose Kriegler, in loving memory. Suzanne Reingold Linda Ragins, you are greatly missed. The Pulver Family

SOCIAL ACTION FUND IN HONOR OF: Steve Peck & Leslie Peck, z”l upon the birth of their granddaughter, Libby Noa Peck-Kamuda. Bonnie & Ira Sender IN MEMORY OF: Casper Braverman, beloved father, grandfather and greatgrandfather of Chuck & Devida Braverman and Family. Marla & Jonathan Kazan Harriet Krugel, beloved mother of Gary & Erica Krugel. Cathy & Mitch Feiger

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MEN’S CLUB FUND IN HONOR OF: Ron Friedman on being elected Corresponding Secretary to the Midwest Region Executive Board. Linda & Albert Stark Norm Kurtz upon receiving the FJMC Presidential Award. Ellen Gluskin Carrol Hilder Susie & Bob Pinzur Steve Limer being named Men’s Club Man of the Year. Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Amelia Tehrani upon being named Men’s Club Youth of the Year. Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Sandy Victor upon receiving the Rabbi’s award. Marcie, Alan & Ross Marcus Eric Yegelwel on being elected a Vice President to the Midwest Region Executive Board. Linda & Albert Stark IN MEMORY OF: Sandy Bernstein, beloved sister of Chuck & Marsha Bernstein. Heidi & Jerry Sakol

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sydney Weinberger, beloved father, grandfather and greatgrandfather of blessed memory. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger INCLUSION FUND IN HONOR OF: Ann & Mitch Lerman upon the marriage of Seth and Megan. Renee & Michael Klass

TRIBUTES TORAH RESTORATION FUND IN HONOR OF: The Lerman and Zimmer Families on the marriage of Seth and Megan. Kim & Joel Abern UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Solomon Springer, beloved father. Janet Reicher YOUTH FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Andy Bauman for going the extra mile for our daughter. Jody & Howard Sigal

Marc Sender for his efforts to assist congregants with COVID vaccines. Gregg Pollack IN HONOR OF: Debbie & Arnie Bender upon their 30th wedding anniversary. Debbie & Steve Limer Dr. Ira Sender upon his birthday. Marsha & Chuck Bernstein Marc & Shira Sender upon their 11th wedding anniversary. Marsha & Chuck Bernstein UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Benjamin Osgrove, our beloved nephew and cousin. Rhonda & Jeff Wener and Family

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KIDDUSH FUND IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea Kim Abern Rebecca & Philip Andreoli Trudy & Robert Balogh Debbie & Arnie Bender Ron Caplan Gayle & Harold Cohen Fran & Scott Eisner Marla & Neal Feld Lori & Herb Finn Jenita Fischoff & Alex Raab Helene Fox Jean & Ron Friedman Dana & Ken Goldstein Elizabeth Ladin-Gross & Brent Gross Kitty & Bruce Hoffman Renee & Michael Klass Jeanne Krulewich Joan & Norm Kurtz Ann & Mitch Lerman Alfred Levinson Jill & Harold LeVine Debbie & Steve Limer Cindy Lipka Rob Lipka Kim & Stewart Mann Marcie & Alan Marcus Janice & Craig Minnick Pamela & Joel Polakow Linda & Bruce Portnoy Judy & Louis Rabin Beth & Ken Redfern Janet & Myron Reicher Lisa & Manny Ribot Joe Rosenfeld Lauri & Stan Rosenbloom Heidi & Jerry Sakol Susan & Allen Shub Linda & Albert Stark Phyllis Udany Marilyn & Sandy Victor Judy & Larry Weindruch Alison & Morris Zimbalist Laura & Stan Zoller

KIDDUSH FUND (Cont.) IN APPRECIATION OF: Congregation Beth Judea. Linda & Albert Stark Lisa Neiman for your help with our vow renewal. Debbie & Arnie Bender IN HONOR OF: All the officers of the new board. Janet & Myron Reicher Sandy Victor upon receiving the Rabbi’s Award. Helene Fox The engagement and wedding for our son, Jeremy Weinberger and Allyson Kabak. Sherry & Daniel Weinberger IN MEMORY OF: Casper Braverman, beloved father of Chuck & Devida Braverman. Debbie, Arnie, Adam & Larry Bender Harriet Krugel, beloved wife of Jordan Krugel and beloved mother of Gary & Erica Krugel. Debbie, Arnie, Adam & Larry Bender UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Lillian Caplan, beloved mother. Ron Caplan Alice Rothenberg, in loving memory of our beloved and amazing sister and aunt. Robert, Judy, Sam, Max & Elliot Fisher

TRIBUTES BEN SAYPOL MEMORIAL FUND AN ANONYMOUS DONATION WAS MADE IN HONOR OF: Dana Goldstein for her outstanding leadership as Synagogue President. Marcie, Alan & Ross Marcus Norm Kurtz upon receiving the FJMC President’s Award. Marlene & Stacy Sachs

BEN SAYPOL MEMORIAL FUND (Cont.)

JERRY BERENSON MEMORIAL FUND

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Fanny Keifsky, beloved grandmother. Jack Kersky, beloved father Bertha Schnabel, beloved grandmother. Cheryl & Stuart Kersky

IN HONOR OF: Jeff & Melinda Fine upon their 30th wedding anniversary. Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine

JUDY WALCER MEMORIAL FUND

Mitch Lerman upon his special birthday. Jean & Ron Friedman

UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Charlotte Ruttenberg, beloved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Marlene & Art Greenberg

Ann & Mitch Lerman upon the marriage of their son, Seth to his beloved Megan Zimmer. Jean & Ron Friedman

Leo Semel, beloved father and grandfather. Louise & Lou Barnett and Family

IN MEMORY OF: LaVerne Berkelhamer, beloved mother of Nancy & Cary Sakol and Family. Scott Goodman & Family

MICHAEL PEARL MEMORIAL FUND

Sandy Bernstein, beloved sister of Chuck & Marsha Bernstein. Marcie, Alan & Ross Marcus Harriet Krugel, beloved mother of Gary & Erica Krugel and Family. Marlene & Stacy Sachs Ruth Weiner, beloved mother of Pam Weiner & Steve Malkin. Marlene & Stacy Sachs UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Gloria Hecht, forever in my heart. Mitch Hecht

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IN HONOR OF: The birth of our grandson, Easton Mendel Sear. Susie & Bob Pinzur UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Aaron Jacob William Stelzer, beloved son. Sandy Stelzer

IN MEMORY OF: LaVerne Berkelhamer, our beloved cousin. Jeff, Melinda, Jonathan & Elizabeth Fine UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Sandra Berenson, in loving memory. Melinda Fine

ETHAN LEVITAN MEMORIAL FUND UPON THE YAHRZEIT OF: Bella Shwachman, beloved grandmother. Sue-Ellen Duboe Frieda Schwartz, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Sue-Ellen Duboe Sarah Schwartz, beloved grandmother. Sue-Ellen Duboe

RACHEL HIRSHMAN MEMORIAL FUND IN HONOR OF: Seth & Megan Lerman and their families upon their wedding. Debbie & Arnie Bender

TRIBUTES JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL FUND IN MEMORY OF: Susan “Susie” Rizman, beloved mother of Keith Rizman, Stuart & Carrie Rizman and Family, Kim & Eric Ephraim and Family, beloved sister-in-law of Marti & Morry Rizman, beloved sister of Debbie Miller and beloved companion of Howard Levy. Susan Adleman Joan & Steve Attenberg Bobbie & Floyd Babbitt and Family Louise & Lou Barnett Debbie & Arnie Bender Carol Berkowitz Annette & Jerry Blumberg Anne Bolotin Renee & Wes Brown Chavurah Aleph Jeffrey Donenberg The Dritz Family Karen Emerle Helene Fox Ron & Jean Friedman “Friends & Family” of Susan Rizman, z’l Ellen & Jeff Gendelman Madalyn & David Gordon Alina & Neil Greenhill Dawna & David Hackman Carrol Hilder Bonnie & Masoud Hemmati Brian & Joy Israel Holly Kahan Vicky Kaplan Ellen Katz Josh Lelah & Family Nanci & Rocky Levy

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JACK RIZMAN MEMORIAL FUND (Cont.) IN MEMORY OF: Susan “Susie” Rizman, beloved mother of Keith Rizman, Stuart & Carrie Rizman and Family, Kim & Eric Ephraim and Family, beloved sister-in-law of Marti & Morry Rizman, beloved sister of Debbie Miller and beloved companion of Howard Levy. Cindy Lipka Nancy & Burt Litwin Bradley Mendel Sharon & Chuck Newman Susie & Bob Pinzur Janet & Myron Reicher Merle & Evan Rumack Heidi & Jerry Sakol Rhonda & Bob Schwartz Allen Sered Carol & John Simon Linda & Albert Stark Faye & Steve Wasserman Marla & Mel Wolf Rona Wolf Rhonda & Larry Wollheim Eric Yegelwel & Gail Gerber Adriane & Steve Zindell

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 Cantor/Education Director Elizabeth Bat-Sarah Rabbi Emeritus Howard Lifshitz Hazzan Emeritus Roger J. Weisberg President Herb Finn Executive Director Lisa Neiman Youth Director Marc Sender Editor Evan Rumack

From The Editors In order for your article to be published in the next issue, we must have it at the synagogue by the 10th of the month! There will be no exceptions. This includes information on disk as well. We need your article as it is important to let the congregation know what your group is doing. Announcements should take the form of articles in The Word rather than separate flyers. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the Rabbi, Board of Directors or the editors.

Worship Schedule

Candle Lighting Times

Conducted by Rabbi Morris Zimbalist

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

Shabbat Evening Services ..........................................6:30.p.m. Shabbat Morning Services ........................................ 9:30 a.m. Alternative Shabbat Service (Interpretive Minyan).. 10:30 a.m.

August 6 …………….……........................... 7:46 p.m. August 13 …………………..……….………7:37 p.m. August 20 ………………………………….. 7:26 p.m.

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

August 27 ………………………………….. 7:15 p.m.

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