SYNAGOGUE NEWS
February 2021
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BETH TIKVAH
www.bethtikvahnaples.org / 239.434.1818
Beth Tikvah update
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ebruary has arrived. We are in our dynamic hyper-season with sevendays-a-week programming and the return to Naples of many members. Programs for the Naples community are well underway with many activity choices. At Beth Tikvah, we are continuing with All Things Jewish, offering “Jewish Values in a Changing World,” a JTS course facilitated by Rabbi Chorny, as well as “Jews in their History” Part 1. Both courses are by Zoom and require registration, which can be done by contacting office@bethtikah.org or going to our website at www.bethtikvahnaples.org Our lecture series continues with our Health and Wellness lecture on Feb. 4, in memory of Dr. Dulcie Poznansky. Dulcie’s son, Dr. Mark Poznansky, will speak on “All things COVID-19.” On Feb. 11, June Sochen and Joyce Schrager return as speakers to discuss current events. Reservations are recommended in order to receive the Zoom link. The highlight of the month is our Scholar–in–Residence, beginning Friday, Feb. 19 and going through Sunday, Feb. 21, when Dr. Sandra Lilienthal, a dynamic and inspirational Jewish educator will deliver a series of four lectures addressing the theme, “Through a Jewish Lens: Anxiety and Fear in Uncertain and Unpredictable Times.” Dr. Lilienthal possesses a unique ability to draw us into the journey and bring us to the moment. Her presentations will be conducted via Zoom. Please go to www.bethtikvahnaples.org, contact us at office@bethtikvah.us or call 239-4341818 for reservations and registration. Our Rosh Chodesh Women’s Study brings friendship and intellectual stimulation together monthly. This month, we will meet on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 11 a.m. All women who are interested in attending are welcome. Visit our website, www. bethtikvahnaples.org, for the Zoom link. The Naples Jewish Film Festival, Feb. 26, 27 and 28, begins with the movie, “They Ain’t Ready for Me,” showcasing Tamar Manasseh, a Black rabbinical student. An exclusive discussion with Tamar and the film’s director will be held on Monday, March 1. Please email office@bethtikvah.us or call 239434-1818 to register and receive the Zoom link. Beth Tikvah is the affiliated congregation in Greater Naples of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ). We are grateful to the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples (JFGN) for support of our
Beth Tikvah Co-Presidents Shelley Goodman and Sue Hammerman
Scholar-in-Residence, Naples Jewish Film Festival and All Things Jewish programs. All Beth Tikvah events are open to the Greater Naples community. Go to our website at www.bethtikvahnaples.org for all reservations.
Beth Tikvah February happenings on Zoom Feb. 2, Tuesday, 12:15 p.m. - Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Chorny Feb. 3, 10, Wednesday, 12:15 p.m. “Jewish Values in a Changing World” JTS course, RabbiChorny Feb. 4, Thursday, 7 p.m. - Dulcie Poznansky Health and Wellness Lecture Dr. Mark Poznansky speaker, “All Things COVID-19” Feb. 7, Sunday, 11 a.m. - New Members “get-together” Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m. - June Sochen & Joyce Shrager look at current events Feb. 14, Sunday, 11 a.m. - Rosh Chodesh Adar Women’s Study Feb. 15, Monday, 1 p.m. - Naples Jewish Book Festival sponsored by Beth Tikvah Feb. 19, Friday, 6:15 p.m. - Dr. Sandra Lilienthal SIR program Feb. 20, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - Sermon and evening program Feb. 21, Sunday, 9 a.m. - Dr. Sandra Lilienthal Lectures Feb. 25, Thursday, 6:15 p.m. - Erev Purim party and Megillah Reading Feb. 28, Sunday - Naples Jewish Film Festival Film #1
Religious services streaming schedule • Thursday and Sunday morning services begin at 9 a.m. • Friday services begin at 6:15 p.m. • Saturday services begin at 9:30 a.m. • We convene Yahrzeit minyanim upon request. You may reach Rabbi Chorny directly at 239-537-5257.
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“Stand Up For Justice”
Application Deadline: February 12, 2021 For the 11th year a grant has been established by the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. The 2021 STAND UP FOR JUSTICE Educator Grant recognizes High School, Middle School and Elementary school educators who are innovative in bringing respect for others’ differences into their activities with students in a transformative, impactful, and caring way. The goal is to create a resource for educators of any discipline to incorporate strategies that promote understanding and respect among students, countering bigotry and bullying. This grant recognizes teachers, guidance counselors, school librarians, media specialists, school psychologists, administrators etc.
Go to:
jewishnaples.org/outreach/educator-award For additional information please contact:
Grant Coordinator, Beth Povlow 239-363-6306 MarcoPovlow@hotmail.com
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