SYNAGOGUE NEWS
Federation Star
July/August 2021
CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF NAPLES
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Here we grow, bringing more Torah and light Bar and Bat Mitzvah scheduled for July, and the promise of many more as our students mature in the future. We are blessed to have Rabbi Kawaler and Morah Adi Indianer assist the children as they become part of a special club where they learn more about their Jewish heritage and culture. For more information, please contact our office at office@chabadnaples.com.
Rabbi Fishel Zaklos
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great part of our dream of being a growing source of Jewish light and learning in the community is being fulfilled, as Chabad of Naples has received four additional Torahs, donated by our dear friends, Jack and Lauren Moskowitz. We are humbled by the fact that these Torahs belonged to another shul that is unfortunately closing its doors and that they chose us as the fortunate recipients to continue the Torahs’ journeys. We will, of course, do everything in our power to ensure that these scrolls are treasured for many years to come — fulfilling the Jewish tradition of passing on our Torah values L’dor V’dor (from generation to generation). Surely the arrival of these Torahs brings with them the powerful message and promise that we are ready to grow stronger with our mission of bringing more Torah and light to our precious Jewish community. We invite you to join in our mission personally, as two of the Torahs require repair to make them kosher. Any assistance would be appreciated. If you would like
to help with the mitzvah of their restoration or the welcome addition of a crown, breastplate or Yad, please contact me at rabbi@chabadnaples.com.
Meals from the heart Each week, we send out smiles with an uplifting message in the form of a tasty fresh challah. Nominate a recipient by sending us an email and we will have it delivered. If you know someone who would appreciate a meal for Shabbat, or just in general, let us know. We are happy to send one to those in need and without means to obtain help.
with shopping for groceries or medicine – just let us know.
Shabbat services Uplifting Shabbat services are held each and every Saturday morning beginning at 10 a.m. The Torah service begins at 11 a.m. and includes the Rabbi’s insights during the Torah reading, which always has a contemporary, meaningful and relevant message.
Hebrew School
If you have a yahrzeit or need to say Kaddish, we are always here to help make a minyan during the week.
We are beginning to enroll students for next year’s in-person classes. Our Hebrew School classes are very popular, providing the best in Hebrew language and religious education available. Sign your children up by calling 239-262-4474 or emailing office@chabadnaples.com. Early registration is suggested.
Volunteer assistance
Bat & Bar Mitzvahs
Our volunteers continue to be available if elderly or homebound people need help
We have been fortunate to celebrate two Bar Mitzvah ceremonies in June, with a
Minyan
BETH TIKVAH
Videos Rabbi Fishel offers a video each week. To receive them, reach out to us at office@ chabadnaples.com. The past 12 months’ worth of videos are available at www. chabadnaples.com.
Summer Camp and Preschool of the Arts We hear the footsteps of 200 happy and active children as they come through our Summer Camp doors to experience the fun and learning of a lifetime. You may wish to sign up now for our very popular, amazing preschool program. Early signup is recommended! For more information, visit naplespreschoolofthearts.com or call 239-263-2620.
Weekly email and mailing list If you would like to be added to our weekly updates and mailing list, call 239-262-4474 or email office@ chabadnaples.com.
www.bethtikvahnaples.org / 239.434.1818
Beth Tikvah: A “happening” place Steven Chizzik President
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o much is happening at Beth Tikvah! With great excitement to gather together, we reopened for in-person attendance on June 4. While closed, we were able to spruce up the building with new carpeting, fresh paint and a front door ramp for accessibility. The Beth Tikvah experience will be even more pleasant. In celebration of our reopening, the Beth Tikvah board has announced that we will be offering new members their first year’s dues free of charge! One must come and experience the amazing community spirit and warmth of Beth Tikvah to really appreciate it. Please sign up on our website to join and meet us for services. We are now planning our High Holiday services. I always laughed as my wife started planning for Rosh Hashanah as soon as Passover ended. Now, as president of Beth Tikvah, I find we are doing the same. Please plan on joining us.
During the 16 months when Beth Tikvah was closed to in-person attendance, our Rabbi, programing committee and a multitude of very dedicated people were able to not only maintain religious services online, but also bring the following to our congregants and friends: The Naples Jewish Film Festival, a fabulous live-streamed concert series, cantorial concerts, great movies followed by group discussion, Rabbi’s learning classes, Women’s Rosh Chodesh discussion groups, an amazing Scholar in Residence weekend and so much more! Beth Tikvah was a “happening” place during the pandemic. We are so excited now to have all that’s “happening” taking place in the synagogue and in person. Of course, we will continue our streaming and Zooming portals, as these have become popular and well attended by congregants and friends all over the world. We will continue our online portals for all services, programming and educational events. Through the summer months, programming continues at Beth Tikvah. Please refer to our website, www.beth tikvahnaples.org, for the most recent information and to make reservations. Further additions to our program will be announced.
Beth Tikvah is the affiliated congregation in Greater Naples of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ). We are grateful to Jewish Federation of Greater Naples (JFGN) for its support of our Scholar in Residence, Naples Jewish Film Festival and All Things Jewish programs. All Beth Tikvah events are open to the Greater Naples community. We welcome your participation. Come join us!
Beth Tikvah “happenings” Saturday, July 3 at 8 p.m. - Havdalah Service Sunday, July 11 at 11 a.m. - Rosh Chodesh Women’s Study Sunday, July 18 at 7 p.m. - Tisha B’Av Thursday, July 22 at 7 p.m. - Movie plus discussion Sunday, Aug. 8 at 11 a.m. - Rosh Chodesh Women’s Study continued on page 24
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