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If a Jew and a non-Jew share a condo, does the Jew need to affix a mezuzah on doors to the shared areas or only to his personal room?
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What brachah (blessing) should I say on pizza?
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STAFF & LEADERSHIP
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COMMUNITY SCHOOL
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Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev: Even though the actual walls of the Beit Hamikdash were destroyed many years ago, some of the walls that protected the Beit Hamikdash are still around today! We daven at one of these protecting walls, which we call the Kotel. When the Beit Hamikdash stood, this wall protected the holiest side of the Beit Hamikdash (the western side where the holy Ark/Aron was situated), so we give it honor and pray there today. Another good reason to pray there is that many people have prayed there over the years. Whenever there is a lot of prayer in one place Hashem is very happy. So we daven there, too, to make Hashem happy.
Neil Sweren, Board Chair
Why is there only one wall left from the Beit Hamikdash [Jerusalem Temple] and why do people daven at the Kotel? (Submitted by a BT student)
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CONGREGATION AND SCHOOL
What should I learn each day given that I don’t have a lot of time for learning?
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Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev: Here are some great ideas for daily learning: short parshah entries from #Parasha by Sivan Rahav-Meir; Covenant and Conversation by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks: two laws per day connected to a relevant topic, such as an upcoming holiday; a daily chapter of Tanach, beginning with Sefer Bereishit or Sefer Yehoshua; a daily passage from the introduction to the Koren Siddur that we use in shul; a mishna per day from Ethics of the Fathers; or an aliyah from the weekly parshah. The important thing is to keep it simple and remain consistent!
Rabbi Jason Goldstein: The appropriate brachah depends on what type of food we consider pizza. According to one school of thought, pizza is a form of bread. We would then ritually wash our hands and recite hamotzi before consuming a slice of pizza, just like any other piece of bread. Alternatively, pizza might be considered pat haba’ah b’kisnin, broadly defined as a snack food made with dough and other ingredients such as honey, spices, and nuts. For example, cake and pie fall into this category. We say mezonot over these types of foods. However, if we were to eat enough of it that it would be considered a meal rather than a snack, then we would say hamotzi
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Rabbi Chaim Wecker: The answer is that the door to the common area does not need a mezuzah. It is important to remember that a mezuzah enjoys just hanging around but when it’s truly bored then it goes on the internet and scrolls down.
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It seems that the prevalent custom in America is to consider pizza pat haba’ah b’kisnin, a snack food. Most people enjoy one slice of pizza as a snack, but two slices would be considered a meal. Therefore, if you eat one slice of pizza you should recite mezonot, but you should wash your hands and say hamotzi for two slices or more.
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CLERGY
Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg, Rabbi-in-Residence
Dr. Zipora Schorr, Director of Education
Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev
BETH TFILOH DAHAN
To Susan and Dr. Ira Copeland on the birth of their grandson, Benjamin Frank, and to parents Jessica and Joshua Copeland, brothers Zachary and Micah and to grandparents Alayne and Joel Neskin.
Son of Johanna Gruenhut & Jonathan JerrySeptemberFlombaum3,2022attends8thgrade at
To Marilyn Rosenblatt member, JoseftheSchoenfeld) and Jeremy(neeRosenblatt onlossoftheirhusbandandfather,ourEllisRosenblatt.
To Sheri and Harry Felsher on the marriage of her daughter Shira Seaman ’22 to Joshua Gonzalez, and to parents, Jonathan and Karen Seaman, Sandy and Jory Gonzalez, grandparents, Linda Howard, Hannah and Jerry Seaman and Estelle and Joey Schlenger.
To Danielle Schlesinger on her marriage to Jonathan Nachman and to parents Liora and Ed Schlesinger and Sharon and Steve ToNachman.Allanand
Daniel Joseph Turner / ףסוי לאינד
Jerry Flombaum ’27 / ףסוי
Shayna attends 8th grade at Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. She is the sister of Rachel ’23, Rebecca, Noah ’25, Jesse ’30, Daniel, Nisa, Joshua and Daphna, and the granddaughter of Lois and Leonard Gerstein, Stefani and Ron Seidlich, Kathy Sagel, and Jerry Sagel z”l. Her hobbies include volleyball and FaceTiming with her friends.
To Heidi and Paul Goldberg on the birth of their granddaughter, Noa Sidney and to parents Maya Goldberg ’07 and Carl Winkler and grandparents Belinda and Alex Winkler.
To Michael ’05 and Kori (Sarubin) Attman on the birth of their daughter, Londyn Skye, and to siblings Lexi and Asher, grandparents Steven and Lisa Attman and Gale Herr Sarubin and Todd and Jules Sarubin.
To Hannah and Dr. Martin Magram on the birth of their grandson, Ari Richard Magram, son of Yalda and David Magram.
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To Patti Spigel on the loss of her mother, our member Beverly A. Margolis (nee Abramowitz); grandmother of Kelley (Rich Goldberg) Spigel ’04, Jordan Spigel ’07.
Harris attends 7th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. He is the brother of Evan ’26, and the grandson of Carol and Herb Rubenstein and Jack Hoppenstein and the late Janet “Holly” Hoppenstein z”l. His hobbies include golfing, mountain biking, cooking, and playing basketball and lacrosse.
To Adela Gruzin (nee Miller), Jeannie Gruzin (Louis J.) Siegel and Kenny Gruzin on the loss of their husband, father and Holocaust survivor, Israel Gruzin; father of Jeff Gruzin; grandfather of Jonathan E. Siegel ’06 (Jessie L. Ullman), and Kevin J. Siegel ’09.
BAR/BAT MITZVAHS
Dorie Wolff ’27 / הריבא ידוד Daughter of Julie and Jordan SeptemberWolff4, 2022
Harris Jacob Rubenstein ’28 / בקעי
Dorie attends 8th grade at Beth Tfiloh CommunityDahanSchool. She is the sister of Gabby ’29, Emilia ’31, Oliver ’36, and Vivian ’36, and the granddaughter of Dr. Michael and Susan Altman, Cheryl Wolff, and Roger and Darlene Wolff. Her hobbies include playing softball, caring for animals, creative writing, and playing trumpet. Dorie is an avid reader and loves spending time with her family and friends. For her mitzvah project, she wrote letters to soldiers in the IDF, packed lunches for JVC’s Bunches of Lunches program, and volunteered all summer at a local summer camp for young children.
Shayna Sagel / הלאירא הניש
BIRTHS
To Adam (Faith) Harrison on the loss of his father, Steven Harrison; grandfather of Maia ’15 and Bradley ’19 Harrison.
To Dror (Vered) Mei-Tal on the loss of his father, Ben Zion Mei-Tal; grandfather of Lior ’07, Yuval ’13 and Guy ’19 Mei-Tal.
To Sheila Margolis (nee Engel) on the loss of her husband, Dr. Jay Stephen Margolis.
To Michael (late Janet) Hirsh and Stephanie (Mike) Steininger and Leon Albin on the loss of their mother and sister, Bessie Rebecca Hirsh; grandmother of Ariel Hirsh ’09 (Yoni Sharon), Samuel Hirsh ’12
MAZAL TOV
the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. He is the brother of Eli ’32 and Shirley ’33 and the grandson of Batsheva & Carlos Flombaum; Lynnette, and the late Jerry Gruenhut, z'l. His hobbies include tennis, surfing, skiing, music, and cooking. For his mitzvah project he provided meals for food insecure neighbors in downtown Baltimore at the GRIA (Greater Remington Improvement Association) Community Kitchen.
Toanniversary. DavidSchwartz on his 85th birthday.
To Marc and Marcia Leavey on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Karen Zarembski on their 50th wedding anniversary.
CONDOLENCES
To Andrew and Jordana Hurwitz ’11 on the birth of their daughter Maya Leigh and to grandparents Steve and Linda Hurwitz, Miriam & Joel Suldan, great-grandparents Faye and Abraham Adler and Shirley Feldstein
To Gary (Della) King on the loss of his brother, Steven King.
To Paul Neumann and Sophie Ranen on their wedding and to parents, Mark and Robin Neumann and Neal and Jennifer ToRanen. Marcie and David Zisow on their 50th
To the Rynd family on the loss of our member, Richard Rynd; grandfather of Samara ’09 (Michael) Perchick
To the Dinkin Family on the loss of our member, Bertha Dinkin (nee Grossman).
Son of Helen and Barry DanielAugustTurner28,2022isthegrandson of Harriet and Morton z”l Hyatt and Jean and Ron Turner. His hobbies are fishing and Jiu-Jitsu. He also volunteers with Coastal Conservation Association of Maryland.
Daughter of Sharon and Jeffrey SeptemberSagel10, 2022
To the Langbaum family on the loss of our member, Anita Langbaum.
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Jacob & Hinda Rosin & Family Hinda and Jacob are Baltimore natives (although Jacob also grew up in Silver Spring). Hinda is a nurse anesthetist and Jacob is a contracts lawyer. Their children, Sammy ’31, Emily ‘32 and Lily ’35, all attend school at BT. Together, they enjoy family outings, barbecuing with friends, gardening (Jacob grows cucumbers and hot peppers and makes his own pickles), and relaxing at home. The Rosins really enjoy the many offerings for their family at BT shul: Young Family Minyan, great children's programming, a warm and friendly community, and delicious kiddushes.
We warmly welcome the following new members to our Beth Tfiloh family. Thank you to our families who volunteered to be featured.
Dr. David & Lisa Hackam & Family
Audrey Haar
Akiva & Rosa Gross & Family Rosa is originally from New York/New Jersey and Akiva is from Columbia, MD. They moved to Baltimore for law school and have been here ever since. The Grosses moved across the street from BT two years ago right when Covid hit, in order to be closer to the BT community. Rosa and Akiva are both attorneys at their own firm, A.Y. Gross Law, LLC. Their children, Daniella ’26, Gabriella ’30, and Shiloh ’33, have all been at BT since preschool. They enjoy sports, staying as active as possible, reading, and spending time with family and friends. The Grosses are excited to be part of BT because they love the sense of community, imbued with Jewish values, that BT provides.
MILESTONES
Steven & Alison ’02 Kaplan & Family Steve, the COO of a mortgage company, is from Mahwah, NJ. Alison, a self-employed baker (@momthebaker1 on Instagram) is a Baltimore native and a BT alumna. The Kaplans live in Reisterstown. Their children, Kayla ‘32 and Ian ’34, attend school at BT. They love to spend time with their family, play games, have dance parties and play outside whenever they can. The Kaplans consider BT their home. They joined BT shul to give their children the kind of warm experiences Alison enjoyed growing up in the BT community, along with Alison’s sister and brother-in-law Jessica & Sam Bazian, who are also BT members.
Susan is a paralegal with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation.
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NEW MEMBERS
Adam & Melissa Zim & Family
The Hackams relocated to Pikesville from Pittsburgh eight years ago. David is chief of pediatric surgery and co-director of the John’s Hopkins Children’s Center; a former ballet dancer and teacher, Lisa now volunteers her time at various community organizations. They have four children: Rachel ‘21, a BT alumna who currently attends Emerson College; Samuel ‘23 is a BT senior; Jonathan is a Pikesville High School sophomore; and Gabriel ’28, a BT 7th grader, will celebrate his bar mitzvah at BT next June 10. The Hackams are excited about the shul’s new leadership and feel like they are already part of the BT community!
Michael Insel and Nechama Shifra Michael Insel and Nechama Shifra Klein who were recently married at Beth Tfiloh.
A warm welcome to new member Audrey J. Haar.
Melissa and Adam are physical therapists at a2z Physical Therapy. Their children are Noah ’34 a first grader at BT, and Mila ’36, who is in the BT PreSchool 4’s class. Both attended BT camp this summer.
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Professionally, Laurie is highly qualified, holding a master of education in school counseling from Loyola University and serving as an educator and counselor in the education world for the past sixteen years. She comes to BT’s PreSchool from an educational center that services students with special needs and has demonstrated her sensitivity and skills in reaching children and in helping them achieve success.
Laurie will be a team leader for a talented cadre of professionals, using her communication, organizational, and leadership skills to help the PreSchool build an even stronger community, and provide a forum for parents, teachers, and students to be heard, to be engaged, and to grow. Our “dream team” consists of Assistant Director Phaygi (Chinn) Yoggev, Registrar and Licensing Specialist Bri Genter, School Counselor and SEL Coordinator Vicki Hervitz, and Administrative Assistant Rachel OutgoingResnick.director
Melissa Lebowitz will continue to provide professional development to our teachers to ensure our continued commitment to the Reggiobased, child-centered approach. We appreciate all that Melissa has done to build our PreSchool into an outstanding environment of learning and teaching, and are thankful that she will continue to provide training and professional development to our dedicated staff, who are so receptive to her guidance.
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Okin into our school community in her new capacity, where we know she will contribute her special brand of outreach and personality to all members of the Beth Tfiloh community. Stay tuned for exciting updates from Laurie and our PreSchool!
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Mrs. Laurie Okin, M. Ed. has been named the new director of Beth Tfiloh’s PreSchool. Many of our BT community members already know Laurie as a school parent, and as a dedicated volunteer and member of the Parent Association and PreSchool committee. All of that adds to Laurie’s profile as a leader and a passionate believer in Beth Tfiloh and its mission.
our new program center: IVDU ודבע IVDU is a call to action to serve God with joy. By naming this center IVDU, we are affirming that in addition to our programming being authentic, relevant,
programmed for the year ahead (see Talia Jordan's column for more on this).
By Rabbi Chai Posner
It is with all of this in mind that I am excited to share with you the name of
For the past year I have been sharing a vision for our future that prioritizes three key ingredients: authenticity, relevance, and inspiration. We used these three concepts to direct our thinking as we
than fun. We also like to have fun at Beth Tfiloh, but joy takes us to a deeper and more meaningful place. Joy, especially in service of God, comes from a place of faith. Simcha (happiness or joy) is, as Rabbi Soloveitchik once explained, the state of being aware that one is in the presence of God. That underlying sense of purpose and connection brings us joy that permeates all that we do. We can feel this sentiment in good times, and we can even feel that connection in bad times as well. Thus, even during the sad month of Av, we are told to limit our joy, but not to get rid of joy altogether. A life in relationship with God is intended to be a joyful life.
concept of joyous service. The notion of joy in service of God is not only about davening or learning; it is about every aspect of our lives as Jews. We tend to take this for granted at BT, but it is something truly special about our unique culture. When you step foot into the building you can feel a pervasive sense of the joy of Judaism.
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Introducing IVDU
But as we planned, we began to realize that there was one overarching element that makes Beth Tfiloh so special: the
The IVDU Center is made possible by the generous support of the Russel family
very morning as part of Shacharit services we recite the 100th chapter of Tehilim, Mizmor L’todah, a song of thanksgiving. This chapter contains one of my favorite verses in all of Tanach: “Ivdu et Hashem B’simcha” — serve God with joy! Judaism believes that service of God should be carried out joyfully. We believe deeply in this concept at Beth Tfiloh, where we like to say that we “celebrate the joy of
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With IVDU, we are putting out the call to you. Join us. Join us in joyous service to God. Join us in connecting with others. Join us in deepening our relationships and in finding meaning in our lives. I truly hope you will answer the call!
Everything we do in Jewish life, we do with others. What excites me the most about the word IVDU is its insistence on the plural form – serving God joyfully together. As many of you know, I am passionate about the holiness of connection and community and am excited to center these values at the heart of the work we do at IVDU. With IVDU, we will be able to bring a core philosophy of engagement to BT, which emphasizes reaching out beyond our comfort zones and building meaningful relationships. IVDU is how we are reaching out to our community through a number of new programs and initiatives, to let you know we care about you and that we want to see you here at BT. IVDU is also about empowering our congregation to become partners with us in this process as we learn and grow together this year.
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IVDU was generously made possible by Irene and Robert Russel and family as part of our Centennial Campaign. Their support ensures that as we move into our 101st year, our programming will remain top notch. As we build on the past, and move into the future, the Russels’ endowment of this center will fund joyous programming that is authentic, relevant, and inspiring for years to come. This gift will also allow us to renovate a new physical space for
that IVDU programming embraces our diverse congregation and upholds BT’s reputation as a place for all. Inspiring means that we feel uplifted, connected, and moved to become the best versions of ourselves. Relevant means that our programs speak to the challenges and joys of our lived experiences and enrich our daily
look at our IVDU fall program pull-out guide, you will find a variety of new communal learning experiences where people can learn from conversation with each other as much as from sacred texts. You will enjoy opportunities to connect closely with clergy, as well as chances to welcome new faces— and be welcomed yourself! We have opportunities to celebrate, dance, sing, learn, create, and pray together.
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programming and engagement, which will be completed next fall, God willing.
The word IVDU is a verb. This reminds us that growth requires action and movement. We do not grow as people if we are not prepared to move. The word IVDU is also in the plural, which connotes that serving God is not something we do alone, but rather something that we do in community, together.
Beth Tfiloh’s New Program Center
By Talia Jordan, Director of Programming and Engagement
and inspiring, our programs will always be infused with joy — joy that comes from a place of depth, faith and connection to God and to others.
IVDU!
We invite you to join us on this journey of making meaning, purpose and joy. We are so excited to share IVDU with you.
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As Rabbi Posner wrote, IVDU is committed to offering Jewish experiences that are authentic, inspiring, and relevant. I’d like to elaborate on the importance of those terms. Authentic means
So, which greeting should you use on Rosh Hashanah? All of them! Try to offer sweet blessings to one another this year and if you can find a machzor or remember the longer blessings, let others know how righteous and wonderful you think they are. If you do it and I do it, Hashem will do it as well!
sealed.” The Tur takes a realistic approach claiming that we may not all be “wholly righteous,” but we all deserve the best decree. Therefore, he says we should bless each other with the needs of the intermediate person that we all be “written” in the Book of Life.
The four-word and eight-word versions that appear in our machzors are based
According to this source, the fate of the intermediate person diverges from that of the wholly righteous. The intermediate aspires to be “written” in the Book of Life while the wholly righteous person is not only “written” but also “sealed” in the Book of Life on Rosh Hashanah.
The premise of the greeting in our machzors is that we should think positively on Rosh Hashanah. We should not settle for “intermediate,” but rather establish for one another that we are all wholly righteous—that we are both written and sealed. Through positive energy and positive thinking we can achieve great things! And when Hashem sees us all viewing each other as wholly righteous Divine mercy is aroused.
“Three books are opened on Rosh Hashanah: one of wholly wicked people, and one of wholly righteous people, and one of intermediate people whose good and bad deeds are equally balanced. Wholly righteous people are immediately written and sealed for life; wholly wicked people are immediately written and sealed for death; and intermediate people are left with their judgment suspended from Rosh Hashanah until Yom Kippur. If they merit, they are written for life; if they do not merit, they are written for death” (Rosh Hashanah 16b).
on the Tur (O”H 582), a 13th century halachic work, albeit with an important addition. The Tur instructs us to offer a three-word blessing: “Tikatev beshanah tovah” — may you be written for a good year. The authoritative Rema’s (16th century) later adaption, “L’shanah tovah tikatev,” carries the same meaning. With the addition of this “written” component, the discussion shifts from a sweet year to something more fundamental: life and Thedeath.Tur’s greeting is based on the following Talmudic entry:
The greeting “Shanah tovah umetukah” does not appear in halachic works, but the way it has been explained to me is that we wish for the other that alongside all of their basic needs being met this year (i.e., “tovah,” a good year) that they find enjoyment, pleasure, and happiness as well (i.e., “u’metukah,” a sweet year).
Our machzors’ versions are from a later time period (see Magen Avraham 582, Chayei Adam 139). They assume that we should bless each other as if we are already “wholly righteous.” Not only should we be “written,” but also “sealed” in the Book of Life. The eightword version adds that it should be “immediately” as per the language of the Talmudic source above in describing the wholly righteous’ sealing, and that it should be for “good life and peace.”
How to Properly Greet Each Other on Rosh Hashanah How to Properly Greet Each Other on Rosh Hashanah
n different Jewish occasions, we offer each other different greetings. On Shabbat we say, “Shabbat Shalom” — may it be a peaceful Shabbat. On Passover we say, “Chag kasher v’sameach” — may it be a kosher and joyous Passover. What is the proper way to greet each other on Rosh ThereHashanah?arevaried answers. Many say, “Shanah tovah umetukah” — may you have a good and sweet year.” The Koren Machzor (p. 101) offers a fourword Hebrew greeting: “L’shanah tovah tikatev v’techatem (for women: tikatevi vatechatemi)” — may you be written and sealed for a good year. And the Artscroll Machzor (p. 90) adds four more words in parentheses, making it eight altogether: “Leshanah tovah tikatev vetechatem le’altar l’chaim tovim uleshalom,” “May you be written and sealed immediately for good life and peace.” That’s a lot to So,remember!whichone
By Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev
This distinction appears to be the basis for the evolution from the Tur’s greeting, which says “written,” to what appears in our machzors today: “written and
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of these should we remember to use? To be sure, any blessing offered to others on one of our holiest days of the year is a positive thing. However, each greeting means something different. So it’s worth explaining them and their origins.
Class 2: Complex Conversations: An Insider’s View on Israel, 10:30-11:30 am
Explore the wisdom and halachah of the Mishnah following Shacharit.
Mercaz Book Club
Daf Yomi
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Trimester 3: Mondays, March-May
Weekly, Mondays, 7 pm, October-December
Monthly, Wednesday mornings, 10-11 am, beginning Nov. 30th
MERCAZ
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Mercaz offers accessible and intellectual classroom-style adult educational opportunities. Explore Mercaz’s weekly, monthly and special programming opportunities for an infusion of Torah and spirituality. View more details at bethtfiloh.com/mercaz. at bethtfiloh.com/shulevents. are noted.
IVDU Program September-DecemberGuide: 2022
BT Shlichim Shani and Matan Shefler Get the inside scoop on hot button issues in Israel. In dialogue with guest presenters, the Sheflers will discuss polarizing topics such as Shabbat observance in a diverse population, kashrut and the Rabbanut, marriage, LGBTQ rights, understanding Israeli politics and how the IDF operates, and Israel advocacy.
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Class 2: Finding Meaning in Midrash, Dr. Zipora Schorr
Class 1: Cultivating Character, Chana Slavaticki
Daily Kickstart your morning with our Daf Yomi Gemarah study.
IVDU, Beth Tfiloh's new programming center, is generously sponsored by Irene and Robert Russel and family.
BT in the AM
A Taste of Talmud
Perspectives from the Prophets: A Lens into Judaism’s Biggest Questions
Halaine Steinberg
Rabbi Jason Goldstein
Class 1: The Genesis of Jewish Values, 9:30-10:20 am Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg
Read and discuss the season’s best, most thought provoking books of Jewish interest.
Rabbi Yosef Furman
All programs
Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Class 1: Lonely Men and Women of Faith, Rabbi Chai Posner
Weekly, Wednesdays, 7 pm, October-December Sharpen your analytical skills and learn to think like a sage through the study of the third chapter of Masechet Sukkah.
in person unless otherwise
Class 2: Stops along the Jewish American Historical Highway, Phil Jacobs
Join Rabbi Dr. Yoggev for a stimulating discussion-based crash course on both the major and minor prophets. We will discuss questions such as: What is the Torah’s approach to Jews and non-Jews? What is an ethical war? Who is the ideal Jew? Why do tragedies happen to good people? And many more!
Trimester 1: October-December, Weekly, Mondays
How do Adam and Eve teach us about gender in the Jewish tradition? Should we always tell the truth? What does Abraham’s mourning of Sarah teach us about death and the afterlife? What are the important qualities for effective Jewish leadership? Learn and laugh with Rabbi Wohlberg while exploring Jewish values through the lens of the book of Bereishit.
Mishnah Study After Minyan Rabbi Jason Goldstein Tuesdays-Fridays
Trimester 2: Mondays, January-March
BT in the AM has a brand-new feel this year, with the flexibility to join for any trimester or the entire year, and a significantly reduced registration fee. See bethtfiloh.com/mercaz for complete program details.
Rabbi Saul Berman, Selma 1965: Lessons for the 2023,CommunityJewishof
Mon., Dec. 19, 9:30 am-12 pm
Wed., Dec. 7, 8 pm
Rabbi Shai Held, Why People Don’t Change — and How We Could, Tues., Sept. 13, 7:30 pm, Zoom
Details about future sessions to be announced
Contemporary culture gives us a lot of mixed messages. Are we determined by forces beyond our control, or are we free to shape our own destinies? One who lives a mature moral and religious life recognizes that while it’s extremely hard to change who we are we are still obligated to work on doing so.
Mercaz Chanukah Learning
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The entire BT community is invited to join BT in the AM for a Chanukah Yom Iyun, a morning of celebration and study with some of your favorite teachers about the deeper meaning of the holiday of Chanukah.
Amar’e Stoudemire:
Tues., Jan. 10, 7:30 pm, Zoom
Wed., Nov. 9, 7:30 pm
NBA superstar, actor, author, producer, motivational speaker, philanthropist, and Orthodox Jew Amar’e Stoudemire has a unique story to tell. Join him in conversation with Rabbi Chai Posner as they discuss Amar’e’s calling to Judaism and how that guided his NBA career. They will also discuss what motivated Amar’e to undergo an Orthodox conversion, become an Israeli citizen, and start his own Kosher wine label. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
The annual Helene and Stanley Z. Penn Lecture was established by Helene to commemorate the life of her beloved husband, Stanley Z. Penn. Stanley — cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather — was an active Beth Tfiloh member, a successful businessman, attorney and a respected community leader.
Wed., Nov. 16, 7:30 pm, Zoom
MERCAZ SPECIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
The Helene and Stanley Z. Penn Lecture
Yaffe Scholars Zoom Series: Times for Transformation Holidays commemorate the past and give us pause to contemplate our future. Join renowned guest scholars and explore important themes and timely messages of some of the Jewish and secular holidays to inspire personal growth and change.
With the help of rabbinic, Chasidic, and musar texts in conversation with modern psychology, Hadar President and Dean Rabbi Shai Held will explore both obstacles and opportunities for change and personal growth.
Lilmod Ul’elamed: A Night of Learning in Memory of Sandy Vogel
root meaning “thankful.” Given this, can American Jews really learn anything from the holiday of Thanksgiving? Through examining the history of Thanksgiving and some key episodes in American Jewish history, we will unpack the meaning that this holiday can have for American Jews today—and the meaning that American Jews continue to bring to Thanksgiving.
Jews have been called the "People of Gratitude." Not only is our liturgy replete with declarations of thanks to God, but our comesname—Yehudim—veryfromtheHebrew
Dr. Laura Shaw Frank: Do We Really Need Thanksgiving?
Join us as we honor Sandy Vogel’s legacy of Torah study with Beit midrash-style learning with Rabbanit Leah Sarna, director of teen programs and faculty member at Drisha, published author, and renowned lecturer.
My Jewish Journey
How can the sukkah teach us about the relationship between vulnerability and change? Join Talia Jordan for an interactive class plus wine and desserts.
Prepare for the upcoming High Holidays with our insightful clergy! Instead of the Shabbat sermon, choose from a selection of 30-minute workshops on teshuvah, davening and more, while noshing on apple cider and donuts!
Sukkot and the Value of Vulnerability (Women’s Class) Sat., Oct. 15, 4:30 pm
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See High Holidays Schedule on page 23
Lower & Middle School Sukkah Hop Tues., Oct. 11, 11 am
Baugher’s Orchards & Farm, 1015 Baugher Rd., Westminster Preschool and Lower school families can join us at Baugher’s Orchard for a morning of apple picking, crafts and songs to prepare for Rosh Hashanah! Co-sponsored by the BT School Parent Association
Welcome in the New Year with your family and friends at Beth Tfiloh! Join us for a High Holiday season full of joyful and meaningful services and programs.
Leil Selichot with Chazzan Albrecht and Soulfarm
Mon., Sept. 26, 12 pm (first day of Rosh Hashanah) Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with fellow alumni and BT clergy. Enjoy light fare and wine with friends!
Sat., Sept. 24, 11:30 am
Grandparents and grandchildren are invited to come spend some quality time making Sukkah decorations with our shlichim, Shani and Matan Shefler. Enjoy snacks and take home beautiful decorations for your sukkah. This event is for Preschool and Lower School children and their grandparents. Co-sponsored by BT’s Grandparent Ambassador Group.
Hallel, psalms of praise and thanksgiving, is said on every holiday. Join us for a joyous musical service to get ready for Simchat Torah!
Musical Hallel & Bagel Breakfast Sun., Oct. 16, 9 am
Sun., Sept. 18, 10 am
Sat., Sept. 17, 9:15 pm
Women’s Simchat Torah Leining Tues., Oct. 18, during morning services (see pg. 14)
Pre-High Holiday Apple Picking
Pre-Rosh Hashanah Shabbat Workshops
Sat., Oct. 1, following Shabbat services
Lower and middle school-aged students can meet us after services for a light lunch and sukkah hop through the neighborhood with activities and treats! There will be separate routes for LS and MS students. Children do not need to be accompanied by an adult.
Families with preschool and lower school-aged children are invited to celebrate Simchat Torah with singing, dancing and crafts followed by a kid-friendly dinner!
HIGH HOLIDAYS & SUKKOT
Rabbi Posner will deliver the Shabbat Shuva drasha (sermon): "Teshuva in a Time of Cancel Culture."
Grandparent & Me: Sukkot Decoration Making, Sun., Oct. 2, 10 am
Young Family Pre-Simchat Torah Celebration Mon., Oct. 17, 4:30 pm
Rosh Hashanah Alumni Social
Celebrate the joy of Simchat Torah with dancing and singing the hakafot, followed by a delicious BBQ lunch for the entire congregation.
Shabbat Shuva Drasha
Empty Nester Sukkot Dinner: The Joys and Challenges of Jewish Grandparenting, Thur., Oct. 13, 6 pm (see pg. 15)
Simchat Torah Celebration & BBQ Tues., Oct. 18, 9:15 am
This special late night prayer service kicks off the High Holiday season with reflective and introspective prayers. Soul Farm will set the tone with a concert of their expressive music. The service will be followed by a midnight snack-themed reception.
PreSchool Group, preschool 2s-Kindergarten: Tuvin Hall
Led by Brian Singer, this group incorporates davening, interactive parshah activities, stories and more!
Shabbat Morning Services
Discover why Beth Tfiloh is such a beautiful place to celebrate Shabbat each week.
Teen Minyan, 9:47 am, Middle School Beit Midrash Teen Minyan is a student-led minyan for Bar and Bat Mitzvahage through high school. Teens come together to daven and enjoy games, discussions, divrei Torah, prizes, snacks, kiddush, and more. The service is facilitated by BT school basketball coach Ari Braun, BT shlichim Matan and Shani Shefler, and BT school alum Eitan Murinson ’19.
All are welcome to this traditional Shabbat morning service, led by Chazzan Avi Albrecht. Our clergy offer thought-provoking insights into the weekly parshah (Torah portion) that you can carry with you into the new week.
Young Family Minyan, 9:45-11:15 am Epstein Chapel
Join our young family community for inspirational davening in a welcoming and family-friendly minyan! Enjoy special activities like trivia and children-led divrei Torah, as well as social time after davening with yummy young family kiddushes.
Children’s Shabbat Groups, 10-11 am
Shabbat Afternoon Class
View Shabbat services & programs at Bethtfiloh.com/shabbat
As part of Teen Minyan, teen girls are invited to a relaxed and intimate chat with Shani Shefler and other special guests where they discuss current events, Jewish identity and how Jewish values impact everyday life.
9:15 am (starts at Shochen Ad)
Teen Talk, 10:07-10:30 am Weiner Board Room
Dahan Sanctuary Service
SHABBAT
Middle School Minyan, 10-11:15 am Spector Board Room
Shabbat is the highlight of the BT shul experience, where community members of all ages engage in exciting and meaningful opportunities that fulfill their spiritual and social needs.
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Led by our wonderful PreSchool educators, activities include singing, edible crafts, snack time and supervised free play.
Enhance your Shabbat afternoons with this dynamic, short class between Mincha and Maariv on relevant topics taught by our clergy and guest scholars.
Students in grades 5-7 are invited to a minyan infused with fun and meaning. Middle Schoolers will enjoy davening, edible crafts, treats, and discussions about parshah, Judaism and questions most relevant to middle-school life, led by our Israeli Shinshiniyot and special guests.
Lower School Group, grades 1-4: Tuvin Library
This service will walk through a Shabbat davening with a running explanation to give you a better understanding of the structure and purpose of Shabbat prayers. Each session will focus on a different aspect of the service; come to as many sessions as you like. Whether new to our synagogue or a long-time shul attender, this service will give you a better grasp of why we do what we do.
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Nov. 12, Jan. 14, Mar. 11, May 6, 10-11:15 am
Rabbi Steven Weil, Chief Executive Officer of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, Fri.-Sat., Sept. 16-17
Rav Dardik will share spiritual insights throughout Shabbat, including a lunchtime Shabbat Table Talk for teens and their families (see pg. 16).
Enjoy a beautiful Shabbat dinner with FIDF as Rabbi Posner and Rabbi Weil chat candidly about the State of Israel, the IDF and our Jewish Identity. Rabbi Weil will also deliver the sermon in the Dahan Sanctuary on Shabbat morning.
Rabbi Judah Dardik, Assistant Dean and Educator at Yeshivat Orayta, Fri.-Sat., Nov. 18-19
Dr. Barzel will explore learning Torah through a scientific lens. He will speak throughout Shabbat and offer an expanded class during kiddush.
The Nathan and Louise Schwartz Scholar-in-Residence Program is proud to sponsor Rabbi Haim (Howard) Jachter, Rabbi Dr. Jason Weiner and Judy Klitsner later this year.
Get to know our amazing young family community! Families with children in preschool or lower school can sign up to be host families or to be matched with hosts to connect with other families. To sign up or find more information, email Talia Jordan at tjordan@btfiloh.org
Sat., Oct. 15, 11:30 am
New members are invited to connect with other new BT families and friends and our amazing clergy for this Sukkot luncheon following services.
Shabbat Enrichment and Engagement
Women’s Parshah Class
9:20-9:40 am, Spector Board Room
Dr. Baruch Barzel, Director of Complex Networks Dynamics Laboratory at Bar-Ilan University, Fri.-Sat., Oct. 21-22
This weekly class is led by BT community members to talk Torah and discuss diverse perspectives on the weekly parshah, including women’s roles and narratives.
Scholars in Residence
Be a Shabbat Greeter!
Welcome members to shul or connect with our community at kiddush! Sign up for a shift serving as a greeter and make an impact. Open to everyone (extroverts and introverts). Training materials will be provided! Coordinated by the Synagogue Life Committee. Contact Sheila Goldscheider, Chair of SLC, SheilaGoldscheider@icloud.com
Explanatory Shabbat Service:
New Member Shabbat Lunch
Visiting scholars enhance our Shabbat throughout the year with special sermons and classes.
Buddy Family Program for Young Families
Enjoy a monthly laid-back night of home hosted men’s learning with our BT clergy, featuring Dougie’s BBQ and plenty of l’chaims. Co-sponsored by BT Men.
For parents of teenage children
Carve some meaningful “me time” out of your busy schedule to engage in reflective Torah study with fellow moms on topics related to spirituality and personal growth. This year, meet some of the most notable female characters in the Torah, exploring their personalities, challenges, and strengths.
Sept. 19, Dec. 20, Feb. 22, June 6, 7:30 pm
Learn how their stories can inform our lives and empower us to find meaning and purpose as modern women and mothers.
Women’s Mincha Sept. 10, Dec. 17, Feb. 4 and May 13
Women’s Simchat Torah Leining Tues., Oct. 18, 9 am
For mothers of preschool and lower school-aged children
Sept. 12, Oct. 15, Nov. 14, Jan. 9, Feb. 6, Mar. 22, May 1, 8 pm
BT Men
BT Men provides fun activities that foster a sense of community and comradery among male shul members of all ages. BT Men also supports both Beth Tfiloh and the larger community by raising funds for BT and other tzedakahs in our community. Upcoming events this year include a cholent cook-off, poker night, Ravens game at BT, and a men’s health series. Stay tuned for more details! For more information about BT Men, contact Larry Abramson, Larrybtmen@gmail.com.
Join Beth Tfiloh women to participate in a special women’s Mincha service. Play and schmooze space will be available for children and spouses. Snacks will be provided.
Chana Slavaticki
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Beth Tfiloh women and girls of all ages can come together for a meaningful Simchat Torah experience. Women will read Torah and receive aliyot. Women who are interested in leining should contact Sheri Knauth, sknauth@btfiloh.org.
about Judaism. Join fellow moms and Rabbi Posner, Rabbi Yoggev, Dr. Schorr and Chana Slavaticki for a four-part series on how to bring spirituality and holiness into your home and make it a sacred space.
Men’s Learning & L’chaims Monthly, 8 pm
Deepen your understanding of Jewish practice so you can provide thoughtful, informed answers to your teens’ questions
MEN'S PROGRAMMING
WOMEN’S LEARNING &
Sisterhood
The Sisterhood is planning some exciting events for the coming year, including the much-loved Game Day, a special fundraiser, and more! For information about Sisterhood, contact Donna Belsky, cdbelsky@comcast.net. PROGRAMMING
Women and Wisdom: Creating Sacred Spaces
Moms and Midrash: Biblical Women You Should Know
Empty Nester Chavurah
Tues., Dec. 13, 6:30 pm: The Joy of Jewish Eating: Fried Pickles & Artisanal Cocktails: Tickle your tastebuds with new recipes while exploring the historic roots of culturally Jewish foods at this hands-on Chanukah cooking experience with Gefilteria. Co-sponsored by the BT Sisterhood. Additional series dates to be announced
Empty Nester Sukkot Dinner: The Joys and Challenges of Jewish Grandparenting, Thur., Oct. 13, 6 pm
Sun., Nov. 6, 10 am-12 pm: The Joy of Jewish Community: Mosaic-Making: Join us for the launch of this special BT community-wide Community Mosaic project (see left). Enjoy brunch, lay tiles, and engage in a short, inspirational text-study about the connection between Jewish community and mosaics.
Sat., Sept. 17, 9:15 pm (see pg. 11)
Be empowered and energized in your influential role as a Jewish grandparent. Join fellow grandparents for a delicious dinner in the sukkah followed by a candid conversation with Jewish Grandparents Network co-founder Lee Hendler and Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg as they explore Jewish grandparents’ most important priorities, how to navigate complex family dynamics, and ways to connect more deeply with your grandchildren.
Musical Hallel & Bagel Breakfast
Sun., Oct. 16, 9 am (see pg. 11)
Community Mosaic Project Kick-Off Event
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Leave your mark on BT! Help create a two-panel mosaic that will adorn the Epstein Chapel entrance to mark the culmination of Beth Tfiloh’s centennial year. The mosaic, designed by artist Rena Fruchter of Big Picture Mosaics, depicts the theme of community. Learn more and sign up: bethtfiloh.com/communitymosaic.
A special musical trio with cantors Avraham Albrecht, Yoni Rose and Benjamin Warschawski singing “Classics with a Twist” in
The Joy of Jewish Tap into your creative spirit, connect with new and old friends, and experience Judaism anew in these fun and interactive workshops designed to spark joy.
Pre-Rosh Hashanah Shabbat Workshops
Grandparent & Me: Sukkot Decoration Making
Sun. Nov. 6, 1-4 pm
EMPTY NESTERS For grandparents and retirees
Sun., Oct. 2, 10 am (see pg. 11)
Shabbat Dinner with Rabbi Steven Weil, Chief Executive Officer of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, Fri., Sept. 16 (see pg 13)
Leil Selichot with Soulfarm
BT COMMUNITY-WIDE EVENTS
The Empty Nester Chavurah is a wonderful way to make new friends, strengthen connections with Beth Tfiloh members, and engage in meaningful religious, educational, cultural, and social pursuits. Empty Nesters gather Sunday evenings each month at members’ homes to discuss topics related to Judaism or Israel or meet at local venues for socialization and fun. For more information or to participate, please email or phone Roberta Katz (rkatz@btfiloh.org, 410-413-2305). New members are warmly welcomed and encouraged to join.
Kol Halev — Voice of the Heart: Honoring Chazzan Avraham Albrecht, Sun., Nov. 20, 7 pm
honor of Chazzan Albrecht’s retirement and naming as chazzan emeritus. Gala dessert reception following the program. Visit www.chaztribute.com for tickets and sponsorship info. All proceeds will benefit equipping the new ICU at Laniado Hospital of Netanya, Israel, and serve as a Beth Tfiloh dedication in honor of Chazzan Albrecht.
Sat., Sept. 24, 11:30 am (see pg. 11)
FUN FOR FAMILIES
TEENS AND TEEN FAMILIES
For parents of teenage children (see pg. 11)
Mon., Oct. 17, 4:30 pm (see pg. 11)
Sun., Sept. 18, 10 am (see pg. 11)
Pizza and Pirkei Avot: Parent & Child Learning
Saturdays, Nov. 12, Dec. 17 and Jan. 14, 6:30 pm
MIDDLE SCHOOL & BAR/BAT MITZVAHS
It’s Parshat Noach at BT, so hop on the ark and join us for a petting zoo with treats, crafts and chesed opportunities! Co-sponsored by BT School and the Parent Association.
FUN FOR PARENTS
Teen Minyan VIP Pizza Party Wed., Nov. 9, 6:30 pm
Three-part series, Nov. 19, Jan. 21, May 6
Middle School Minyan (see pg. 12)
Grandparent & Me: Sukkot Decoration Making Sun., Oct. 2, 10 am (see pg. 11)
Young Family Pre-Simchat Torah Celebration
Be a VIP at our exciting Penn lecture with basketball star Amar’e Stoudemire (see page 10). Teen Minyanaires are invited to enjoy a pre-lecture pizza party and other VIP perks!
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Program
Raising teenage children to be proud of their Jewish identity can be challenging in today’s complex world. How do we provide our teens with a strong foundation as they embark on the journey of independence and find their own voice in Judaism? Join us for a delicious Shabbat lunch with experts, BT clergy and faculty as we engage in dialogue about these important topics.
Parshat Noach Petting Zoo & Chesed Day
Enjoy pizza and a post-Shabbat exploration of the wisdom of Pirkei Avot with Rabbi Yoggev. For parents and lower schoolaged children.
Explore the significance of becoming a Jewish young adult through activities, discussions and chesed projects. This program is designed to enhance and enrich the B’nai Mitzvah experience for b’nai mitzvah students and parents. For more information, please contact Talia Jordan, tjordan@btfiloh.org
Shabbat Table Talk for Parents of Teens and their Families
Sun., Sept. 11, 10:30 am; Mon., Oct. 10, 11 am; Sun., Nov. 20, 10 am; Sat. Dec. 10, 9:45 am
Get in the Chanukah spirit with a night out at BT! Make your own artisanal cocktails and fry pickles under the guidance of Liz Alpern of Gefilteria, while learning some amazing Jewish food history.
Pre-High Holiday Apple Picking
Sun., Oct. 30, 11:30 am
Teen Minyan (see pg. 11)
Tues., Dec. 13, 8:30 pm
Lower School Sukkah Hop Tues., Oct. 11, 11 am (see pg. 11)
Sept. 19, Dec. 20, Feb. 22, June 6, 7:30 pm
Parents' Night Out: Cocktails & Fried Pickles
Middle School Sukkah Hop Tues., Oct. 11, 11 am (see pg. 11)
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Women, Wine and Wisdom: Creating Sacred Spaces
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To quote one of my favorite characters from one of my all-time favorite movies, “Inconceivable!” That’s what it feels like to me right now. It’s inconceivable that I have now been a part of the BT family for close to a year. It’s inconceivable to me that the High Holidays are around the corner. It’s inconceivable how far we have come as a shul in the past year. It’s inconceivable how excited your entire clergy and staff and I are for the future to come at BT! With all of this being “inconceivable,” I wanted to share some information about three items that seemed inconceivable to me recently.
n While both the Sanctuary and Hurwitz are “open seating,” if you choose to sit in a section designated as “mask required” you must be willing and able to wear a mask for the entire time you are in that section.
n Every adult must have a ticket to attend. Please make sure you bring your High Holiday ticket with you! If you are still in need of a ticket or do not receive yours at least a week before the holidays, please call our offices and ask to speak with Roberta.
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First, the High Holidays. As the High Holidays grow ever closer, your BT clergy and staff are hard at work putting together meaningful, communal experiences to bring us closer to each other and to Hashem. The logistics that go into planning these key moments in our spiritual year began months ago and will continue over the next few weeks. We hope you will join with us for some or all of these holidays, and encourage you to share your feedback after the holidays are over. A few key reminders to make everything run smoothly:
THE OPERATIVE WORD
n Participation in our teen minyan and children’s activities requires at least one adult member of the household to have a High Holiday ticket.
donation benefits
n If you want to reserve a specific seat, come to BT on Sunday, September 25th, between 10 am–12 pm to do so.
Place kippot benchers.
L’Shanah
Gift Cards at each store
the holidays with beautiful Judaica items for sale at the
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n Reservations (and payment of a fee) are required to use our babysitting services.
and the Dahan Community School
Inconceivable!
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Second, updates to our beautiful Dahan Sanctuary. While a month ago I might have found the idea of re-installing a skylight in the Sanctuary in time for the holidays — one of Rabbi Wohlberg’s longtime wishes — to be inconceivable, with a little bit of help from our vendors (and Hashem!), it looks like we will indeed have it in place in time! We can’t wait to hear your thoughts once you see the difference it makes. There is still more to come as our Sanctuary Renovation Task Force begins its work in earnest. The group will share plans and seek input from our entire community over the coming year, and we encourage you to participate when you have the chance!
Third, perhaps it is inconceivable to make changes to this very bulletin that you are reading. But that is what we have done. Starting with this issue, we are adding more substance to the BT Bulletin to make it so much more than a snapshot in time of our programming activities. You will find more articles, divrei torah from our clergy, more information about new members joining our shul, musings from Rabbi Wohlberg, photos from our activities, spotlights on some of our donors and opportunities to give, and much, much more, including an IVDU Program Guide on page 9 (see Rabbi Posner’s article for more about IVDU) for the coming months in this issue! Feel free to submit questions to Ask the Clergy, hopefully a new regular feature, and join with us as we work to bring more of what you want to this Bulletin (with a special thanks to our marketing and communications team)!
So, is this all “inconceivable”? Well, to quote another character from The Princess Bride, “You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.” Perhaps all of this isn’t inconceivable at all. Join with me and find out… Tovah from the BT Sisterhood! by Dan Silien, Executive Director
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n Say the one sentence of the Modeh Ani every morning.
n Learn the words of the Hatikvah. Aren’t you a little embarrassed every time it is sung and you have to fake it? Remember, for 2,000 years there was no Hatikvah.
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n Light the Shabbat candles. Many women who do it say it is the most – and sometimes only – spiritual moment of their week.
Shanah tovah. Let’s make the coming year a good one physically and spiritually.
What’s Been on Rabbi Wohlberg’s Mind Since He Started Having Time to Think…
n Say the words “Shema Yisroel Hashem Elokeinu Hashem Echad” every night before you go to sleep. It’s all of six words… you can even tweet it to yourself and your friends.
n Fast on Yom Kippur… till the end –no cheating!
n Come to shul – for no reason! See how many people come over and ask if everything is okay.
n Put a mezuzah not only on your front door but throughout the house. And while you’re at it, check the one that is on your front door. If you got it as a gift from your bank, you can be sure it’s not kosher.
former executive chairman of Google, who told graduates at Boston University: “You can’t let technology rule you. Remember to take one hour a day and turn that thing off! Do the math – 1/24th – go dark, shut it down… take your eyes off the screen and look into the eyes of the person you love.” We call that “Shabbos.”
n Let your children and grandchildren see you do something Jewish.
n And speaking of tweeting… stop tweeting and texting on Shabbos. Who says so? Eric Schmidt, the
n No more pork – it's so treif.
My Rosh Hashanah sermon will focus on world-wide events as they relate to the age old question: Is it good for the Jews? With days of judgement ahead of us, maybe a more important question is: Are YOU good for the Jews? Here is some room for Jewish self-improvement:
n Buy an Israel Bond. And give one to your grandchildren on their birthdays and special occasions.
WOHLBERG?
n Support Jewish charities that are not in the limelight but do so much good, like Jewish Caring Network, Ahavas Yisroel and Hatzalah.
n Come for Yizkor… you’ll feel good, your parents will feel great.
n Visit Israel. Birthright Israel for college students is one of the few positive notes on the American Jewish scene.
The Seegulls are proud to support, in Ezra’s memory, programs that foster mentorship between students and which enhance leadership, public speaking and the advocacy skills of BT students. They encourage the Beth Tfiloh community to keep his memory alive by making a gift to the Ezra Seegull Leadership and Advocacy Fund to support these important areas of a Beth Tfiloh experience.
“Ezra had a huge footprint at Beth Tfiloh and in the world,
Since his early days, Ronnie was active in many areas of the community, including as a leader on both the boards of the school and synagogue. Today, Ronnie is an active volunteer and fundraiser for Beth Tfiloh, sharing his passion for the BT community by encouraging others to support anything and everything Beth Tfiloh. As a member of the Centennial Campaign Steering Committee, Ronnie offered insight into establishing the priorities of the campaign.
Ronnie Silverstein remembers when he and his wife, Rachelle z”l, joined Beth Tfiloh as a new young family more than 50 years ago. “Beth Tfiloh has always been a welcoming community for us. When we were young and looking to connect with a shul, Beth Tfiloh became a natural fit.” As children, both Ronnie and Rachelle attended the Hebrew School.
Living Values through Philanthropy
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Ronnie Silverstein: Connecting Young Families to Beth Tfiloh Congregation
The Ezra Seegull Leadership and Advocacy Fund
Our Beth Tfiloh village is fortunate to have community members who put their values into action through philanthropy. To support any of these funds or other philanthropic opportunities, please visit bethtfiloh.com/giving. To learn how you can establish a fund in memory or in honor of a loved one, please contact Director of Institutional Advancement Mandi Miller at 410-413-2399.
When considered his personal commitment to Beth Tfiloh’s Centennial Campaign, Ronnie knew that he wanted to direct a portion of his gift to ensure the vibrancy of the Congregation’s future. He established the Silverstein Young
The Ezra Seegull Leadership and Advocacy Fund was established by Diane and Larry Seegull in memory of their cherrished son, Ezra ’18 z”l. Ezra was an active, beloved, caring, funny and intelligent graduate of Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. The Ezra Seegull Leadership and Advocacy Fund memorializes Ezra at BT by fostering his interest in advocacy as well as his passion for Israel and Judaism. With the generosity of the Seegulls and their friends and family, the fund will support extracurricular programs that were pivotal to his experience as a BT student: Model UN, mock trial, AIPAC, and the student newspaper.
and had an impact on the lives of so many people. Though his loss was huge, I really believe he would have wanted us to focus not on the tragedy, but on the hope. And that is what this fund will do – for the memory of Ezra and for all the people who will benefit.” – Dr. Zipora Schorr
Family Membership Subsidy Fund to provide membership subsidies for Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School families who are interested in becoming members of the synagogue but cannot pay the full cost of membership. “I believe anyone who is interested in being a part of our Beth Tfiloh community should have the opportunity to do so, especially young families.”
Sandy and Howard shared a deep love for children and Judaism. On their first date, Howard shared that he wanted his future children to attend Jewish day school; Sam and Rachel did just that. Attending Beth Tfiloh from pre-Kindergarten through the 8th grade (the final grade at that time), the Rosenblatts were very proud of the Jewish knowledge foundation that our Beth Tfiloh School and Synagogue provided for their children. Their belief in the importance of Jewish education during high school years prompted them to support scholarships at Beth Tfiloh.
Your support of our 2023 Annual Campaign helps to nurture and inspire our children to be the changemakers and proud Jewish leaders of tomorrow…
The Beth Tfiloh community is a village — a community that supports each member and draws strength from each individual working together for the greater good.
“High school is the time when teens solidify their Jewish identity. The connections people make in high school are everlasting and being amongst other Jewish students is very important,” Howard said.
Support the 2023 Annual Campaign at bethtfiloh.com/annualcampaign
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… to ensure the vitality of our Beth Tfiloh village today, while paying dividends for our community’s future.
…to strengthen connections among our shul families.
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—Julie ’06 & Josh Schenker School alumna, school parents, synagogue members
friends and family honored Sandy’s memory with a gift to the fund in her name. A most fitting tribute in memory of Sandy is ensuring the next generation of Jewishly-educated students.
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PHILANTHROPY & GIVING
Dr. Sandy Rosenblatt Scholarship Fund CAMPAIGN
“BT represents a unique intersection of the past, present, and future of our family, because of our multi-generational and interconnected relationship with the school, shul, and community. We feel fortunate to watch our children grow into proud, knowledgeable, and observant American Jews in this community.
ANNUAL
Sandy z”l and Howard Rosenblatt have very deep Beth Tfiloh roots, dating back to early childhood. When Howard and his children, Rachel, Sam and Michelle discussed how to honor Sandy’s memory and celebrate the family’s commitment to Beth Tfiloh, establishing the Dr. Sandy Rosenblatt High School Scholarship Fund was the obvious choice.
A bittersweet outcome of the loss of their dear wife and mother is the knowledge that so many of the Rosenblatts’
In memory of: Eleanor Ochfeld, by Annette and Joseph Cooper, Jill and Ronald Greenwald • Robert Dansky, by Kathy and John Saxton • Jacob Benus, by Alison and Arnold Richman
We appreciate the anonymous donation made to this fund.
In honor of: Judy and Howard Cardin on their 60yh wedding anniversary, by Libby and Martin Wolff
In honor of: Ellyn and Stephen Polakoff on their double chai anniversary and commitment to Beth Tfiloh, by Debbie and Marc Attman
In observance of the yahrzeit of: Dr. Harold Goldberg, by Jody and Theodore Levy
In honor of: Carol and Carl Oppenheim on their special birthdays, by Diane and Howard Burkkom • Rabbi Yoggev, by The Pearl and Roth Family • Marcie and David Zisow on their 50th wedding anniversary, by Eileen and Bryce Kramer • Samuelson’s 100 Year Celebration, by Allyson, Keith, Jared and Noah Simon • The marriage of Phaygi Chinn and Rabbi Yoggev, by Stephen Zemel
In memory of: Beverly Margolis, by Rachel and Rabbi Herb Yoskowitz • Jacob Benus, by Joan Farragut • Richard Rynd, by Roslyn Siegel
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In memory of: Beverly Margolis, by Christopher Robbins, Jill and David Paulson, Lonna and Stan Picker • Robert Dansky, by Bernice and Mark De Bels • Jacob Benus, by Craig Coelen and Joan Pine, Leslie Miller, David Gorelick and Naomi Feldman, Sidney Vidaver, Stanley Weintraub, Eileen Poe-Yamagata, Lance and Toby Martin, Marilyn and David Carp, American Institutes for Research, Susan Cohen • Eleanor Ochfeld, by Sharon and Bob Schreter, Rachel and Seth Rotenberg, Merle and Frank Setren • Morris Supnick, by Daniel and Louise Supnick • Richard Rynd, by Malcolm Renbaum • Josef Rosenblatt, by Sue Alperstein and Family
BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
SALLY AND HAROLD GOLDBERG MUSIC FUND
CHARLES CRANE AND HOWARD S. BROWN EDUCATION FUND
In honor of: Marlene Pollack on her special birthday, by Norman DuBois • The marriage of Phaygi Chinn and Rabbi Yoggev, by Bonnie Berman • My grandson, by Helene Meren • Tsipi and Michael Renbaum on their 50th wedding anniversary, by Ava and Marc Lenet • Marcie and David Zisow on their 50th wedding anniversary, by Lillian and Hirsch Seidman, Lori Glubo • Rivka Bressler, by The Diamond Family • Ina Krief, by The Diamond Family • Whitney Ehrlich, by The Diamond Family • Tzippy Gerstman, by The Diamond Family
RABBI POSNER DISCRETIONARY FUND
In memory of: Richard Rynd, by Ronnye and Sidney Weiman, Sheri Sudhalter, Ilene and Alvin Powers • Josef Rosenblatt, by Dr. Robert, Cheryl and Harold Wenk, Judy and Bernard Schoenfeld, Wesley Wilson, Carol Sandler, Rosser Pettit, Marty Taubenfeld, Jean Borgan, Stuart Schoenfeld, Ruth and Frank Blatt, Judy and Jerry Macks and Family, Judith Tortora • Eleanor Ochfeld, by Schwerin Boyle Capital Management, Inc., Ellin Wolfand, Ellen and Jon Bortz • Beverly Margolis, by Jody Berg, Cee Cee and Michael Friedman, Bonnie Epstein, Diane Stoler, Ira Smelkinson • Jacob Benus, by Jill and Gary Eidelman and Family, Ilene Harris, Sandie Weisfeld
RAY NACHLAS BECKER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
MILTON AND RAE SAMUELSON MEMORIAL FUND
SAMUEL AND SIDNEY EPSTEIN CHAPEL FUND
In honor of: Ellis Caplan, by Jane Weiss
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PAUL BURMAN HOSPITALITY FUND
In memory of: Dr. Sandra Rosenblatt, by Stephen and Donna King, Harriet Silverman, Dominic Nicolini, Chris Flohr, John Adcock, Julia Dinko, Amy Jones, Reeve Cononi, Anne Wismer, Maryn Jacobs, Dianne and Stanley Zweback, Alan Hirsch, Laurel Zemil, Wendy Lane, Stanley Weintraub
DAVID AND JUDY JACOBSON HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING FUND
In honor of: Samuelson’s 100 Year Celebration, by Randi and Aleck Schleider
In honor of: The marriage of Phaygi Chinn and Rabbi Yoggev, by Larry Aiken
Speedy recovery to: Rabbi Wohlberg, by Alan Sandler
In honor of: Marcie and David Zisown on their 50th wedding anniversary, by Michelle and Marc Zayon and kids
In honor of: Rabbi Wohlberg, Rabbi Posner, Rabbi Yoggev, Rabbi Wecker and Cantor Albrecht, by Marie Kaplan • Receiving an aliyah, by Steven Goldberg • Beth Tfiloh, by Linda Epstein
DR. SANDRA ROSENBLATT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
PRAYER BOOK FUND
BETH TFILOH CONGREGATION GENERAL FUND
In memory of: Jacob Benus, by Carolyn Chanoski • Richard Rynd, by George DeGennaro
ELLYN AND STEPHEN POLAKOFF SENIOR TRIP SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In memory of: Ray N. Becker and Walter Becker, by Jacqueline Becker
6:18 pm
Date
Fast of Gedaliah, Sept. 28:
Chol Hamoed Sukkot, Oct. 12-14 7:10 am 6:20/6:35 pm
Labor Day,
EZRA SEEGULL LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY FUND
In honor of: Rabbi Wohlberg, by Sarah and Maurice Aghion • Marcie and David Zisow on their 50th wedding anniversary, by your children and grandchildren
RABBI MITCHELL WOHLBERG EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT FUND
Shacharit Mincha/Maariv
YAHRZEIT DONATIONS
Speedy recovery to: Murray Feldman, by Vilma Michelson
Herman, by Norman Dubois • Sidney Herman, by Layne Herman • Morris “Marc” Lester Jacobs, by Betty Jacobs Keyser • Perry • Judelson, by Lynne Haas • Cynthia F. Kierson, by Merle & Richard Kierson • Alan N. Kramer, by Janis Kramer • Milton Mofsovitz, by Jerry Moffet • Hilda B. Rashbaum, by Gerald M. Rashbaum • Herbert Richman, by • Michelle Meisels • Frida Riederman, by Robert Riederman • Daniel Sandler, by Alan Sandler • Sam Saragosey, • by Allegra Best • Lawrence R. Seidman, by Marlyn Seidman • Milton Seidman, by Eileen Wise • Nettie Seidman, by Eileen Wise • Vella Silver, by Dr. Charles Geshekter, Ruth Geshekter Millward • Mary Sussman, by Karen Glazer • Celia Vayner, by Svetlana Gelfand • Julius Wilf, by Arnold Cohen • Jennie Wise, by Morris Wise • Benjamin Wolff, by Martin Wolff • Helene Zuckerberg, by Dr. Aaron Zuckerberg
YAD B’YAD FUND
Sukkot Day 1, Oct. 10 9:15 am 6:20/6:35 pm 7:18 pm
Sept. 19-23 7:00/7:20 am
n Fast begins: 5:48 am n Selichot/Shacharit: 7:00/7:20 am n Mincha/Maariv: 6:20/7:00 pm n Fast ends: 7:37 pm
In memory of: Josef Rosenblatt, by Jordan Potash • Beverly Margolis, by Allison and Adam Steinmetz, Brian and Barbara Bresnan • Harold Morganstern, Norma Schindler, Leon and Rose Stein, Abe and Rose Morganstern, by Betty and Michael Wolf
Oct. 3 7:00/7:20 am
HaniaCharlotteNormanMilimanPolovoyR.SchwartzMindySchwedt Sept. 5: Shacharit: 9 am
Day/Date
In honor of: Elana Weissman, by The Diamond Family • Adee Jakob and Eitan Spitzer on their engagement, by Faith and Adam Harrison
• Rabbi Herbert Davis, by Dr. Ron Davis • Janet Feinberg, by Gail Coppel, Melissa Eisner • Arnold Finkelstein, by Jack Finkelstein • Rita Friedman, by Michael Friedman • Annette Gendason, by Herbert Gendason • Isadore Glazer, by Sheila Jay • Minnie Glazer, by Sheila Jay • Isaac Goldman, by Shirley Blumfeld • Jean Goldman, by Shirley Blumfield • Sylvia Green, by Sheldon Green • Rachil Grinman, by Flora Elbert, Boris Feldman • Yetta Grossman, by Sylvia Tulkoff • Lothar Haas, by Maureen Davidov, Stan Haas • Janette Hack, by Karen Glazer • Janet
Selichot/Shacharit
Erev Sukkot, Oct. 9 9 am 6:20/6:35 pm
Thanksgiving, Nov. 24: Shacharit: 9 am
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Speedy recovery to: Rabbi Wohlberg, by Judy and Martin Woolfson, Erika and Stan Greenberg, Dianne and Stanley Zweback, Karen and Bill Glazer
Oct. 4 7:10/7:20 am
MEMORIAL PLAQUES
Oct. 2 8:40/9:00 am
SUKKOT/SHEMINI ATZERET/SIMCHAT TORAH:
Sarah Finkelstein
Millie Aronoff, by Judy Basak • Boris Blinder, by Anna Zemelshtern • Morris Bond, by Steve Bond • Sally Bormel, by Gloria Segall • Revekka Byaly, by Irene Balvir • Bella Cohen, by Arnold Cohen
In memory of: Ezra Seegull, by Jordan Kasoff, Moshe Kazin, Jennifer and Ben Cohen, Israel Gersten • Julius Schneidman, by Monica and Abraham Schneider
Candlelighting/Yom Tov ends
Sukkot Day 2, Oct. 11 9:15 am 6:20/7:00 pm
Yom Tov ends: 7:16 pm
Shemini Atzeret, Oct. 17 9:15 am 6:10/6:25 pm - Hakafot to follow 7:07 pm
Simchat Torah, Oct. 18 9:15 am 6:10/6:25 pm Yom Tov ends 7:06 pm
Hoshanah Rabbah/ Erev Shemini Atzeret, Oct. 16 9 am 6:10/6:25 pm 6:08 pm
HOLIDAY SCHEDULES
In memory of: Norman Polovoy, by Phil Nochumowitz • Steven Harrison, by Allison, Aaron, Jordan, Josh and Cole Magat, Arian and Elite Jakob
SELICHOT SCHEDULE:
Sept. 29-30 7:00/7:20 am
Sept. 25 8:30/9:00 am
Sept. 17: 10 pm – Leil Selichot with Soulfarm
10:15 am: Sermon (Day 1: Rabbi Posner, Day 2: Rabbi Yoggev)
Dahan Sanctuary Service
Monday, September 26
9 am: Shacharit
HIGH HOLIDAYS
7:40 pm: Candlelighting (Sept. 26)
Hurwitz Hall Service
10:45 am: Shofar blowing
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Hurwitz Hall Service
10:05 am: Shofar Blowing
12:30 pm: Service concludes
9:45 am: Torah reading and Haftarah
12 pm: Rosh Hashanah Alumni Social
Dahan Sanctuary Service
10:45 am: Sermon (Day 1: Rabbi Wohlberg, Day 2: Rabbi Posner)
11 am: Mussaf
Kol Nidrei: 6:20 pm in both the Dahan Sanctuary and Hurwitz Hall
Erev Yom Kippur, Tuesday October 4
Yom Kippur, Wednesday, October 5
9 am: Shacharit
11:15 am: Mussaf
10 am: Torah reading and Haftarah
7:38 pm: Yom Tov ends (Sept. 27)
11:30 am: Mussaf
9 am: Shacharit
10:15 am: Torah reading and Haftarah
5 pm: Mincha
6 pm: Neilah
7:25 pm: Maariv/End of fast
12:30 pm: Service concludes
9 am: Shacharit
9:35 am: Torah reading and Haftarah
11:30 am: Mussaf
Monday and Tuesday, September 26-27
Yom Kippur
Followed by sermons: Dahan Sanctuary: Rabbi Posner, Hurwitz Hall: Rabbi Yoggev Candlelighting: 6:26 pm
10:30 am: Rabbi Wohlberg’s sermon and Yizkor
Erev Rosh Hashanah, Sunday, September 25
Mincha: 1:30 pm
10:45 am: Rabbi Posner’s sermon and Yizkor
Rosh Hashanah
Mincha/Maariv: 6:35 pm
SCHEDULE OF ROSH HASHANAH AND YOM KIPPUR SERVICES
10:25 am: Hineni and Silent Amidah
Candlelighting: 6:40 pm
5 pm: Tashlich at Rabbi Wohlberg’s home (Sept. 26)
6:35 pm: Mincha/Maariv
Oct. 2-8* 6:30/6:45 pm 5:28/6:21 pm 6:20/7:05 pm 7:21 pm HaAzinu
Dates S-Th: Mincha/Maariv Candlelighting Shabbat Shabbat Ends Parshah Fri.: Mincha/Kabbalat (earliest/latest) Mincha/Maariv Shabbat
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Oct. 9-15 6:20/6:35 pm 6:11 pm 6:10/6:55 pm 7:10 pm Sukkot-Chol Hamoed Oct. 16-22 6:10/6:25 pm 6:01 pm 6:00/6:45 pm 7:00 pm Bereishit/Shabbat Mevarchim
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Oct. 30-Nov. 5 5:50/6:05 pm 5:44 pm 5:45/6:30 pm 6:44 pm Lech Lecha
CONGREGATION הלפת תיבBETH TFILOH
Nov. 6-12 4:40/4:55 pm 4:37 pm 4:35/5:20 pm 5:37 pm Vayera
Davening & Shabbat Times
Oct. 23-29 5:55/6:10 pm 5:52 pm 5:50/6:35 pm 6:51 pm Noach
Sept 25-Oct. 1* Wed.: 6:20/7:00 pm Thurs. & Fri.: 6:30/6:45 pm 5:38/6:32 pm 6:30/7:15 pm 7:32 pm Vayeilech/Shabbat Shuva
INSIDE
Sept. 11-17 5:45/6:00 pm 5:56/6:55 pm 6:50/7:35 pm 7:54 pm Ki Tavo 6:30/6:45 pm Sept. 18-24 5:40/5:55 pm 5:47/6:44 pm 6:40/7:25 pm 7:43 pm Nitzavim 6:30/6:45 pm
NOTE: SPECIAL SCHEDULES
Shacharit – Sundays, 9 am | Monday-Friday, 7:20 am* | Shabbat, 9:15 am (Starts at Shochen Ad)
Aug. 28-Sept. 3 6:05/6:20 pm 6:15/7:18 pm 7:15/8:00 pm 8:17 pm Shoftim 6:45/7:00 pm Sept. 4-10 5:55/6:10 pm 6:06/7:06 pm 7:05/7:50 pm 8:06 pm Ki Teitzei 6:45/7:00 pm
Nov. 13-19 4:35/4:50 pm 4:31 pm 4:30/5:15 pm 5:32 pm Chayei MevarchimSara/Shabbat
Nov. 20-26 4:30/4:45 pm 4:27 pm 4:25/5:10 pm 5:28 pm Toldot Nov. 27-Dec. 3 4:30/4:45 pm 4:25 pm 4:25/5:10 pm 5:26 pm Vayeitzei