A PUBLICATION OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA The SHOFAR Volume 8 Number 4 Kislev - Tevet 5754 December, 1993 Jewish Community Federation of Greater Chattanooga It's official. The Board of Directors ofthe new community organi­ zation formed by the merger of the Chattanooga Jewish Federation Replaces CJF & JCC and the Jewish Community Center of Chattanooga earlier this year decided on October 28,1993 to adopt "Jewish Community Federation Fed. Appoints New Assistant of Greater Chattanooga" as it's official name. What'sin a name.one may ask. "Jewish" was chosen as the first word Director-Program Director because it is the essence of whatwe are and the practicality of those new The appointment of Marcy Goldstein- to the community being able to easily access the institution through the Pellegrino as Assistant Director-Program Di­ telephone book. "Community" implies our unity and the sense of rector of the Jewish Community Federation shared ownership of all of the Jews in Chattanooga. "Federation" was announced by Pris Siskin, Federation Presi­ relates to a central organization united for common purpose. "Of dent. "In her capacity as Assistant Director- Greater Chattanooga" refers to the services provided to Jews not only Program Director, Marcy will assist the Fed­ in our city, but in our surrounding area, including north Georgia. eration Executive Director in developing and supervising programs to enhance the quality of Jewish life in Chattanooga," Mrs. Siskin con­ Community Chanukah tinued. Specific responsibilities will include work- ing with the Jewish Cultural Arts Council, plan­ Celebration Dec. 12th ning Family and Social Programs, developing Senior Adult Services, working with the Com­ MusicalGroup"Tevyeh"toPerform munity Relations Committee, staffing the Hu- Marcy GoUstein-Pellegrino by Marcy Goldstein-Pellegrino man Resource Development committee, assisting fundraising efforts, and help­ ing the Executive Director to establish and maintain relationships with the The Cultural Arts Council ofthe Jewish Community Federation, Synagogues, and other Jewish agencies, as well as community organizations. B'nai Zion and Mizpah Religious Schools invite all members ofthe Marcy formerly served as Director of Development and Public Relations for Jewish community to come together Sunday, December 12,1993 to Associated Services for the Blind in Philadelphia, PA She is a fundraising celebrate the joy of religious freedom embodied in Chanukah. professional with more than six years experience spanning the areas of annual The program will be held at B'nai Zion Synagogue and will begin at 10:00 a.m. fund, grant writing, corporate/foundation relations, special events, major gifts, with a joint assembly between the religious schools of B'nai Zion and Mizpah and planned and deferred gifts. which will include Chanukah songs, a story from Rabbi Davidson and magic from Marcy has a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan and a Rabbi Klein. Following the opening assembly, the combined religious school M.A. in Mid-East Politics from George Washington University. She spent four students will separate into age groups for special Chanukah programming. summers as a camp counselor at B'nai B'rith Beber Camp in Mukwonago, At 11:15a.m., everyonewill come together foraconcertby "Tevyeh", Wisconsin, and worked in Israel on a computerized Hebrew Voice project. an Atlanta musical group that will play festival and Jewish songs. The Her hobbies include making porcelain dolls, showing her dog, Israeli folk members of "Tevyeh" come from Kiev and Minsk, Russia and perform dancing, cross-stitching, reading, as well as enjoying the outdoors. an extensive array of Jewish cultural music. Marcy recently moved here from Haddonfield, NJ with her husband, Vincent who is Vice Chancellor for Development and University Relations at UTC They The celebration will conclude with "latkes and fixings"at $3 JO for both look forward to becoming active participants in the Chattanooga Jewish adults and kids eat for free. If you plan to stay for lunch, please RSVP community. to B'nai Zion at 894-8900 by Wednesday, December 8th.This program is free of charge and open to the entire Jewish community. We hope Chattanooga Jewish Federation Nonprofit everyone will join us as we celebrate this joyous holiday. P.O. Box 8847 Bulk Rats Chattanooga, IN 37414 U.8, Postage Paid Inside This Issue: (Address connection requested) Campaign Events p. 2-3 Rabbinic Greetings p. ]3 Forwarding ft Return postage guaranteed Chattanooga, TN Natl & Int'l News p. 4-5 Congregational News p. 14-15 Community Relations News p. 6 Lifecycles p. 16 Golden Moments in the Kitchen p. 8 Letters to the Editor p. 17 Tune Value Uzzie's Strange Menorah p. 10 Organizational News p. 19 BookBeatp.ll Chanukah Greetings p. 20 Happy Chanukah 5754 Page 2 The SHOFAR. December, 1993 Campaign '94 Opening Events On Tuesday evening, November 2, mem­ bers of the Chattanooga Jewish community gathered at the Council Fire Clubhouse to hear the words of two inspiring and enlighten­ ing speakers from Israel. Yigal Barkan, our resident solicitor, ad­ dressed the joint Men's and Women's Major Gifts dinner preceding the community meet­ ing. In his remarks, Mr. Barkan stressed the ingredients for leadership in the Jewish com­ munity: the concern forthe State oflsrael and Campaign Division Chairs stood to be recognized at the close ofthe Community Campain x its people stemming from our shared values 94 Opening Event on Tuesday evening November 2 at Council Fire. and common tradition that serves as the basis for all that we do and how we act; a system to •§§ turn our values into action; and role models- -"doers"~those who did it before us to show us m — MMMj : •••• the way. E£9BaSBSBBBBSSBBaBSBBSSSaSSBSSSSSSBSal Dr. Michael Bar-Zohar, the official biog­ rapher of David Ben Gurion and currently a /mm visiting professor at Emory University in At­ lanta, briefed the community on the behind the scenes events that led to the signing ofthe m Declaration of Principles by Israel and the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO). Bar-Zohar pointed out that Arafat was brought to the bargaining table by his fear ofthe power and influence ofthe Islamic Fundamentalist movement as embodied by Hamas. There has been much euphoria precipitated by the agree­ ment in both Israel and in Palestinian areas; however, these principles must now be put into action. "We have come to make peace, Miriam Levine(r), Women's Division Chair (L-R) VincePellegrinovisitswithDr.Harold not love," Dr. Bar-Zohar stressed. "Israel has and husband Charles (I) chat with Dr. Schwartz and Amelia Lebovitz-Allen before hadl6yearsofpeacewithEgypt-acoldpeace- Michael Bar-Zohar (c) before his the Major Gifts dinner, -but peace. There is no shooting. We don't presentation. want our young people to die for Israel~we want them to live for Israel. We will do every­ thing possible-short of suicide-to make this agreement succeed. Israel needs 20 years of real peace in which to grow and be strength­ ened as a nation," Bar-Zohar concluded. Pris Siskin, Federation President, thanked Dr. Bar-Zohar for his illuminating remarks and introduced the 1994 Campaign Cabinet and Federation staff. She thanked everyone for their support of this opening event and encouraged each of us to participate fully in our new Jewish Community Federation. (Right:) Bertha Miller, Women's Division Co- chair (r) enjoys hors doeuvres with Owen Allen and Sylvia Curtis. (Far Right:) Jay Wiston (r) has a conversation with Dr. Bar-Zohar. 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(Left:) Pris Siskin, Federation President warmly thanked Dr. Bar-Zohar for his informative briefing on the Peace Process.

(Right:) Jerry and Rosalee Bogo visit with Stanley Dressier and Elaine Winer at the dessert reception.

(Right middle:) Gallila Bar-Zohar is welcomed by Pris Siskin, Betty Lebovitz and Lauren Lebovitz.

(Below Right:) People chat at the dessert reception preceding the program.

(BelowLeft: ) Susan Kaplan, Dr. Stuart Frank, Dr. Sam and Dana Banks and Fillis Frank chat before dinner.

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Young Leadership Conf. March 20-24: PLO Official: Ron Hillary Rodham Qinton Addresses UAHC Convention in S.F. Challenges to a New Generation Arad Alive Being by Marcy Goldstein-PeUegrino Held in Syria The Jewish Community Federation invites all members ofthe Jewish community under 45 years of Nizar Amar, head of age who are interested to consider attending the security for the Fatah Young Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C, organization, was quoted March 20-22,1994. The Washington Conference is on November 3,1993 in the largest gathering of young American Jewish Ha'aretz on stating that leaders, bringing together 2,500 participants, making Israeli MIA Ron Arad is it one of the most dynamic events to take place in the alive and being held in organized Jewish world. The Conference has a huge Syria. As for three other impact on Washington. Our legislators pay attention Israeli MI A's, Zechariah when 2,500 young leaders come to discuss issues of Baumel, Yehuda Katz concern. and Tzvi Feldman, Amar The goal of the Conference is to motivate, edu­ claimed that they are cate, and activate participants. There has never dead and that their bod­ been a more critical time for 2,500 young Jewish ies are being held in Syria leaders to come to Washington. Our presence makes as well. Amar, currently a huge difference. It made a difference when we a member of the PLO negotiating team in walked 250,000 strong to urge the U.S. government San Francisco - Rabbi Alexander M. Schindler, president ofthe Union of American to free Soviet Jews. We are seeing the fruits of our Taba, said he has been involved in the matter of Hebrew Congregations, applauds First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton after her labor today as hundreds of thousands of Soviet Jews address at the 93rd general assembly ofthe UAHC, central body of Reform Judaism. emigrate to Israel. Israeli MIAs and POWs since 1982 and had con­ The First Lady received a resounding ovation for her effective presentation ofthe In the 1930s and 1940s, the Jewish community ducted the negotiations President's health care reform plan andherknowledgablereferences to Judaism. More did not have a powerful voice in our nation's capitoL with Israel on the return than 4,000 delegates from the United States and Canada attended the convention. As a result, we could not prevent the extermination of IDF soldier Samir (Photo by Brain Goodwin) of 6 million of our people. We have worked hard for Assad's remains. Ac­ more than 40years to create a relationshipwith every cording to Amar, Ron Efforts to Resolve Fate of Israel's Ml A's member of the House and Senate so that they know Arad was taken captive the facts and understand the importance of our is­ Parents of Missing Serviceman Are Assured by the Shiite Amal mili­ sues. by Richard Cohen Associates tia in Lebanon and was Israel has never before faced such a critical The Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations has later given over to the juncture. With the recent signing of a Declaration of stepped up its major public campaign to press for the release of four Israeli Hizbullah who took him Principles between Israel and the PLO and with soldiers missing in action and believed to be held captive in Lebanon at the behest to Syria where he is still other breakthroughs in the peace process on the of Syria. In the presence of Yona and Miriam Baumel, parents of Zachary being held. Yediot horizon, we need to let Congress know that, although Baumel - an Israeli soldier missing since his capture in 1982 - members of the Ahronot quoted Amar as we are optimistic about recent events, peace cannot Conference's National Committee for Israeli MIAs reported on their ongoing saying that his most re­ come at the expense of Israel's security. efforts to raise community consciousness and to press the issue with the highest cent information about In addition, new olim from the former Soviet levels of the U.S. government and with representatives of Arab states. Ron Arad is from four republics, Ethiopia and elsewhere who continue to Among these activities are:A letter-writing campaign to President Qinton, weeks ago. The PLO stream into Israel, require housing, infrastructure Secretary of State Christopher and members of Congress; Raising the issue with official claims Syria in­ and jobs on a huge scale. We need to urge Congress the ambassadors of Syria and Lebanon; Enlisting the cooperation of public tends to use Arad as a to continue support for the absorption process based personalities; Placing articles and op-ed pieces in the newspapers; Reciting negotiating card in the on humanitarian need. prayers in synagogues for the well-being of the MIAs. negotiations with Israel. We need to educate ourselves about these and Deborah Kaplan, national president of Hadassah, chairs the Committee, other issues. Then we can discuss what we have Armenian Jews which is coordinating the program in behalf of the Presidents Conference and its learned with our representatives in Washington so 50 members agencies. they can better represent us with their important Arrive in Israel Both Mr. and Mrs. Baumel urged the Presidents Conference leaders to voices. maintain a high level of public interest in behalf of the MIAs. We have every A special Jewish The Young Leadership Washington Conference reason to believe that two Israeli soldiers are currently being held in Lebanon. Agency flighti n the early has many components including: major plenaries, a We must maintain a strong letter-writing campaign to the President, Secretary of morning hours of Nov. selection of approximately 40 workshops, a morning State and your local Senator and Representative. Handwritten letters carry much 17,1993, brought 127 of on Capitol Hill visiting with Senators, Representa­ more weight and are more likely to receive the addressee's attention. the last 350 Jews still in tives and their topaides,andnumerous social events. Armenia to Israel. The flight, funded by Operation of the FSU, Armenia suffers from serious economic In addition, arrangements have been made to en­ and political problems. able Washington Conference participants to visit Exodus, left from the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, with Armenia borders on Turkey, Georgia and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum on Saturday Jews making aliyah, then landed in the Armenian Azerbaijan. Since 1988, Armenia has been fighting evening, March 19. capital, Yerevan, en route to Israel. By the end of 1993, it is expected that the last of the Armenian with its Moslem neighbor, Azerbaijan, over control The cost ofthe Conference is $345 if registration of Nagorno-Karabakh, the Armenian enclave in is received prior to January 1,1994, $385 if received Jewish community will have arrived in Israel. General Background Azerbaijan. The conflict has claimed thousands of after January 1,1994. Members of the Jewish com­ lives and depleted the economies of both republics. munity age 45 and under are eligible. The Jewish Armenia is a country with a strong independent The modern Jewish community consists of Eu­ Community Federation will be ottering a $500 sub­ identity and an ancient cultural tradition, having ropean Jews who escaped to Armenia during World sidy for potential participants. We hope to send a converted to Christianity in 301 CE. Armenia be­ War II and Sephardic Jews who emigrated from strong Chattanooga delegation. came part of the Russian Empire in 1828. With the other Soviet republics in the area. They had lived If you are interested, please call Michael Lebovitz exception of a brief period of independence, Arme­ relatively prosperous lives in Armenia until recently at 855-0001 or Marcy Goldstein-PeUegrino at 894- nia was under Russian dominance until the breakup when conditions deteriorated radically. 1317 for more information. of the Soviet Union. Today, like the other republics The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 5 Free Captain Ron Arad by Marlene Solomon Tami Arad, the 32year old wife ofthe Prisoner of War, came to the General Assembly ofthe Council of Jewish Federations in Montreal, Canada last week with this plea: "Free Ron Arad." Captain Ron Arad, a navigator in the Israeli Air force, has been held prisoner of war in Lebanon since October 1986. Although Ron was known to be in good physical condition when he was taken prisoner, there has been no news of him since October 1987. Until the present day, he has not been accorded the fundamental right of any prisoner - visits by a represen­ tative ofthe International Red Cross. Having had no word from Ron Arad himself in so long or any reliable information about his condition or whereabouts, his family is appealing to anyone who can assist in obtaining information about him or establishing contact with Sllllil him, so that he may return to his home and family as soon as possible. In a special news conference with members of the North American Jewish Captain Ron Arad Tami Arad Press Association, Tami spoke of their shared struggle; his, as a prisoner and hers, to try to keep his name alive. Whereas it is the responsibility ofthe Israeli Background Tamis Plea Army to secure the release of their captured soldiers, Tami feels she owes it to On October 16, 1986, an Israeli Air Force My name is Tami Arad and I was Phantom aircraft flying over Sidon in Southern Ron, not only her husband and lover, butherbest friend and fatheroftheir7year Lebanon blew up due to mechanical problems. born on June 8,1961. Since October old daughter, Yuval, to not rest until he is released. "Each avenue of action has The pilot andthenavigator.Ron Arad, bailed out 19861 have been waiting for my hus­ its own effect. In order toge t leaders of world to help secure Ron's release we need and landed safely. band to return. I am raising our After the two had landed, the area was the active support of world Jewry. The Iranian government must realize that surrounded by members of Palestinian and Shiite adorable daughter by myself, and we there is nothing to be gained by keeping Ron in hiding any longer. Economic ties organizations operating in the area. The pilot of both sorely miss Ron every single must be pressed when possible." the aircraft was rescued by an IDF Cobra day. We are confident that he will helicopter in a daring operation. The navigator, A graduate of Bar Ilan University, Tami works for the Israeli Army Radio Captain Ron Arad, however, was taken prisoner find the strength to endure the very Network. She keeps a picture of Ron in the bedroom and in the kitchen. Each by the Lebanese Shiite organization Amal difficult conditions of his long im­ morning when she has her coffee, she looks at him and his eyes look back at her, Ron Arad was transferred byAmal to Beirut, prisonment. Our faith in his strength where the organization's leader, Nats Berri, and she says,"Alright, we'll try another day." announced that he was holding Ron and later gives us a lot of comfort and it is Their daughter, Yuval, was jus 115 months old when Ron was captured. Tami even proposed an exchange for Shiite Lebanese important to us that Ron know that tells Yuval that her father is far away and loves her very much, but can not come detainees. we are strong, but yearn for his imme­ The man responsible for Ron Arad's welfare home. She needs and misses her father, but she does not know him. and safety during his detention the head of the diate return. There is, after all, noth­ Each time Iran released Western "hostages, Tami had new hope that Ron organization's security service, Mustafa D'orani, ing more unnatural than total separa­ might come home soon. She met with ex-hostageTerry Waite some time after his a Shiite religious fanaticwith links to Iran. Atthe tion, loneliness, the abrupt interrup­ beginning of 1988, D'orani left Amal because of release. He told her, "Don't give up hope. They thought I was dead, too. Knock ideological differences,taking thenavigator with tion of ayoung man's life. And that is on every door that will receive you." It is her hope that the Peace Process is at a him. what is happening to Ron and to me. point where one ofthe governments involved will want to make a humane gesture During 1988, Ron Arad was held by a group I find this separation and the fact that called "The Resistance of the Believers" formed and send Ron home to his family. by D'orani, which advocated an ideology similar he is not getting the elementary hu­ Tami made it clear that Ron is not an MIA missing in action but a POW to that of Iran and the Hizballah extremist Shiite mane treatment that every prisoner prisoner of war. We know he is alive. Tami received three letters and a picture organization in Lebanon. is entitled to unbearable. This situa­ D'orani's group, being small and weak, was from Ron in 1987, but has not heard from him since. subject to pressures from various quarters the tion and not having had any letters This brave young woman asks only that we write a letter or post card to our Syrians, Amal, and others concerning the for so long has led me to try every congressmen, senators, president or the embassies of Lebanon, Syria or Iran navigator. As a result, in the first half of 1989, address, knock on every door, to try D'orani transferred Ron Arad or handed him requesting Ron's release. Let's do what we can bring Ron Arad home! over to the Iranians in Lebanon. and get some sign of life, so that I can send letters and pictures to him and Rep. Marilyn Lloyd Senator Harlan Mathews President William Clinton , Ron has been held by the Iranians ever since at an unknown location, probably in Lebanon. (louseiof Representatives United States Senate Office of the President j he can receive visits by the Red Cross, The Iranians have never officially admitted that 8266 Rayburn Building 505 Dirksen Building The White House j they are holding him, or know his whereabouts. and most of all, so that he can return Washington, D.C. 20515 Washington D.C. 20510-4203 Washington, D.C. 20500 ! to his family that loves him and is Rep. Jim Cooper Senator James Sasser Honorable Warren Christopher waiting for him. •louse of Representatives United States Senate Secretary of State j Writing letters helps. All of us,his daughter, his mother 125 Cannon Building 363 Rnssel Building 2201 "C" Street, N.W. and I, his wife, are fervently hoping Washington, D.C. 20515 Washington, D.C. 20510 Washington, D.C. 20520 Do it now! for his swift return. | Hewaild Al'Monalem, U.S. Ambassador of Syria, 2215 Wyoming Ave., Washington, D.C. 20008 . 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2153BriarcliffRd. N.E. Atlanta, GA 30329 (404)636-1114 892-5235 Page 6 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Community Relations News c *) JCRS Serves Tennessee Families Jewish Community Federation Social Services Department Deadline to apply for camp assistance: March 15 Deadline to apply for college aid: May 1 The Social Service Department is Forty Four 44 young clients from Tennessee are among the 350 Jewish embarking on a new program and we children, teens, and young adult college students who have received financial aid need your help! In the coming months from the Jewish Children's Regional Service in 1993. "All qualified according to we are experimenting with picking up financial need, and were served in the Camp, College Aid, or Out-of-Home Care Jews from Hickory Valley and Orange Programs," stated Ned Goldberg, JCRS Executive Director. Grove to attend services at B'nai Zion The Jewish Children's Regional Service assists Jewish families that live in the and Mizpah. Most of these individuals state of Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and hae no family locally who are able to Texas. Many of the families served are new Americans, residents of small, bring them to services. They have re­ isolated Jewish communities, or single parent families. All ofthe families served in the Out-of-Home Care Program have experienced more serious family needs, quested transportation to services and as these children have lived in other settings for periods of time. special events. The Federation will pro­ The agency operates with two professional and two clerical staff. It is vide the transportation and we are hop­ accredited by the prestigious Council on Accreditation of Services to Families ing You will provide the friendship and Susan DiStefano, MSW and Children, and is a member of both the Child Welfare League of America, and socialization. Many of these people don't even have any Jewish the Association of Jewish Family and Children's Agencies. friends in the community. It would mean a great deal to them if you Albert and Miriam Rhodes of Chattanooga serve as Regional Board Mem­ would extend a warm welcome when you see them in services. If this bers ofthe Jewish Children's Regional Service. Abeneficiary agency of the Jewish program is successful, we will attempt to extend this service to a Community Federation of Greater Chattanooga, the JCRS budget is supported primarily on large and small contributions, and all financial assistance is warmly variety of individuals who need help in getting to services. Let's make appreciated. this program work!!! For 1994, the deadline to apply for camp assistance is March 15, and the deadline to apply for college aid is May 15. If you would like more information on how to apply for assistance, or how to Social Services become a supporter of this unique, child-serving organization, you can write Jewish Children's Regional Service, 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA Available at the Federation 70115, or call 1-800-729-5277. Vladimir Gennadyevich Polizan: Help Him Get to Israel < Family and Individual Counseling Services < Russian Resettlement by Miriam Rhodes, Soviet Jewry Committee, Chair Vladimir Gennadyevich Polizan Tashkent, Uzbekistan has been refused < Budgeting Services permission to join his parents and sister in Israel since October 1990 on "secrecy" < Elderly Support Services grounds stemming from his military service from 1987-89. A visa to emigrate to < Shopping Assistance Israel has been denied to him. Sandra Goldberg of Palm Beach County, Florida < Friendly Home Visits has adopted Mr. Polizan. Vladimir is only 23 years old and was just a simple soldier in the army. He was < Telephone Reassurance employed as a telegraphist, He has no knowledge of any codes. His army unit was < Financial Assistance dissolved following the collapse of the Soviet Union. His family in Israel have < Transient Assistance appealed to the West to mobilize support in his behalf so that the family may soon be reunited in Israel. Please write on his behalf to: The Embassy ofthe Republic < Information and Referral of Uzbekistan, 1511 K Street, N.W. Washington, D.C, Attention: Head of Need someone to talk to about any issues or concerns? Emigration Policy for Tashkent, and His Excellency, Islam Karimov, President of For a confidential appointment, call: Uzbekistan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Alleya Paradov Street 5, Tashkent 70029.Republic of Uzbekistan. Susan DiStefano, MSW at 894-1317 Hours :Mon. & Wed. 8:30-2:30, Tues. & Th 8:30 -11:30 JWY Requesting Commemorative Stamp on Anniversary Fridays and Evenings by Appointment The Jewish War Veterans ofthe United States of America, the oldest U.S. veterans organization, chartered by the U.S. Congress in 18%, will be celebrat­ ing their centennial in 1996. In recognition of their 100th anniversary, the JWV is petitioning the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee of the U.S. Postal Service to issue a commemorative stamp to honor the organization and the veterans of Jewish Faith who have fought courageously in all conflicts of the United States of America. Please join in honoring those who have served by writing to: The Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee, c/o U.S. Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW S & J Room 5800, Washington, D.C 20260. Sample letter below. Discount Drugs Room Service * Dear Sirs: Svf(t>lnj (torn an Wwy Of Mnstlf Cl« SICKROOM For the 100th Anniversary of Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America, we feel St RVICC atacsuss «t CM a>a«Ma sou wlU> »n sulks it right and proper for the Government to issue a Commemorative stamp in recognition of the hoiaiul loom si koms. Ws k*»t aeiaiul Wat. *h«««- casiM, a.f.VH-h.4 tlMct l«4 commotfsl . . . snsl Organization and all these Veterans. mots irisn 1000 *II,M-I lirvalt nT aatpiMl suaaNss The Jewish War Veterans of the TJ.S A. oldest U.S. Veterans Organization chartered by STANLEY NUSBAUM la i«M or bur. Sa ton I knl lis *•«( lt*tia| •*« • • • the U.S. Congress, will be celebrating their Centennial in 1996. oH SICKROOM SERVICE l«d.y. Veterans of the Jewish Faith have fought courageously in all conflicts of theU.S A. andhave Registered Pharmacist for years made contributions in defense ofthe United States and certainly deserve the honor and ($m recognition by issuing an official U.S. Commemorative stamp in their honor on their 100th DIAL 629-7283 Anniversary. Your Committees affirmative action would be appreciated. City-Wide Delivery Service Very truly yours, The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 7 It's Your Move, Mr. Arafat Charitable Giving and Tax Planning by Elmer L. Winter, Chairman, Committee for Economic Growth of Israel by Charles Levine, CJ*A. Forty-three nations, including Israel, have responded formally to your re­ Regardless ofthe donative intent of the donor, it is wise to consider the tax quest for financial support, Mr. Arafat. As a result, $2 million in aid will be implications in charitable giving. available to build the infrastructure of Gaza and the West Bank. While public In 1993, we are all aware that Congress passed what is called the Revenue improvements are important and needed, investment by the private sector is Reconciliation Act of 1993. The major changes that impact many of us are the paramount in creating jobs for unemployed Palestinians. increased tax rates that affect wealthier taxpayers as well as people of modest As you seek to interest American companies in opening factories in I srael, y ou income. One favorable change was the elimination of the adverse tax effects of will need to be aware that much as American corporate executives want to help what is referred to as the alternative minimum tax and its relationship to move the peace process forward, they are cautious and hesitant about opening charitable giving. Suffice it to say, that if an individual purchases a security for factories in the West Bank or Gaza unless and until they see a potential for $5,000 and it is now worth $20,000, then that individual will be able to get a obtaining a high return on their investment. deduction of the market value at the time of the gift or in this case $20,000 without This is a major consideration whenever the issue of opening new facilities having to pay the capital gains tax. Previously, the gain would have been abroad is discussed in a corporate board room. It is all the more important in the considered a preference item and could possibly subject the taxpayer to what is case of the West Bank and Gaza, since American companies will want to earn high referred to as the alternative minimum tax. Extensive lobbying efforts by profits because of the substantial risk involved. charitable organizations persuaded Congress to eliminate this tax so that the Moreover, American corporations are going through a downsizing process at donor receives the full benefit of a deduction for the market value of his gift to a this time - cutting costs and attempting to operate on a leaner basis. Opening new charitable organization. factories overseas does not normally fit into such a strategy. Generally speaking, one would be better to speed up the payment of contri­ In the face of such factors and the worldwide competition among countries butions before the end of the year. This will enable the individual to get credit for seeking to attract foreign investment by offering substantial incentives, I doubt the tax deduction in the current year. People in modest income brackets should that American companies will now rush ahead to jump-start the economies of the also consider bunching all the deductions in one year and then take in the West Bank and Gaza. They will take a wait-and-see approach until they are following year what is referred to as the standard deduction. For example, satisfied that infrastructure problems are resolved and policies regarding such married couples age 65 or older are allowed a deduction of $7,600 in lieu of matters as taxes, fringe benefits and labor costs are in place. utilizing the itemized deductions. A couple under 65 would be allowed $6,200. On the other side of the coin, I believe that American companies will call in Whenever possible, a couple may wish to plan to double up on contributions as their senior executives and say, "Let's get over to the Middle East now. Let's study well as other itemized deductions in one year and then in the following year he the new opportunities provided by the Israeli-Palestinian accord and get in on the may desire to utilize the standard deduction. ground floor as soon as it is feasible and profitable for us to do so." I wish to caution the reader that after 1993, a cancelled check will no longer I suggest that you and your associates put in place a number of programs that be sufficient evidence to substantiate a gift to a charitable organization to will provide assurance to foreign companies that they can be successful if they set substantiate the deduction. This new rule was found to be necessary in order to up factories in Gaza or the West Bank. Here are some steps you can take: correct abuses that the IRA had found to be rampant. Train a police force tocur b all violence, particularly by extremists seeking to Your check or other contribution to the Chattanooga Jewish Community sabotage the peace process. This will help reassure foreigners that you will use Federation will be deductible up to 50% of what is referred to as your adjusted every neans available to safeguard their investment now and 10 to 20 years down gross income. Any contribution that exceeds this amount can be carried over to thefsbad. , •;"" "",»-. '.'. • .':./. a subsequent year. Please bear in mind that your charitable gift will reduce your Call on the Arab states to eliminate all forms of boycott against Israel taxes in 1993 up to a maximum Of 39.6%. In other words, a gift of $10,000 would immediately. Foreign companies will be constrained from doing business in the reduce your taxes as much as $3,960. Be sure and make your contributions before Middle East if they continue to run up against the boycott. Burying the boycott the end of the year before the more strict rules regarding substantiation are in would benefit Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank through the expansion of effect in 1994. '' exports. Develop a plan to show foreign companies the benefits of opening factories Israel Bonds Announces 6.00% Rate in the area by providing investment incentives, guarantees, tax holidays and The rates for two Israel bonds were announced today by Ambassador Meir employment and export subsidies. Rosenne, president and CEO ofthe Israel Bonds organization. Individuals who Arrange with Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to provide vocational purchase the Economic Development Issue Bond through January 21,1994 will training programs for your young people through its Division for International receive a fixedannua l interest rate of 6.00%. Israel's Zero Coupon Bond has an Cooperation Mashev. effective yield to maturity of 6.00%, based on a purchase price of $3357 through Set up free enterprise zones on the borders between Israel and the West Bank January 21,1994.The recently announced interest rate for another Israel security, and between Israel and Gaza. This will encourage employment of Palestinians the Individual Variable Rate Issue Bond, is 5.50% for bonds purchased through by foreign investors who will want to export from Israel and take advantage of February 1994. Israel's free trade agreements with the European Free Trade Agreement coun­ "Bond proceeds are particularly important now, especially with prospects for tries and the United States. peace in the Middle East," said Israel Bonds National Chairman Michael Siegal Establish an entity that can negotiate the opening of factories with foreign "Today, proceeds from investments continue to be used to help build important investors. Keep government bureaucracy and interference with business to a infrastructure in Israel that will greatly benefit the nation," he added. minimum by creating a free market economy. Do this and you will find foreign "Israel bonds meet a range of investment needs," said David B. Hermelin, companies more willing to do business in the West Bank and Gaza. chairman of the board and international chairman. "For example, the Zero I urge you and those Palestinians who operate factories in Gaza or the West Coupon Bond is well-suited for those who want an investment that will help cover Bank to consider developing three-way joint ventures with American and Israeli expenses down the road. Parents can invest in the Zero Coupon Bond now to help companies. Under such an arrangement, American companies could supply pay for their child's college tuition, since the bond matures in 10 years." technology and factory know-how, the Israelis could provide research and development services and the benefits of their multiple free trade agreements The Economic Development Issue Bond has a minimum subscription of and the Palestinians could manufacture products in Gaza and West Bank $25,000 and interest is paid by check twice each year. It matures at $6,000 on factories. October 31,2003 and must be held to maturity. The Individual Variable Rate Yes, Mr. Arafat, the next move is up to you if you want to encourage foreign Issue Bond has a purchase price of $5,000, with a special price of $2,500 or $2,000 investments to help build the economy of the area. for bonds purchased through an individual retirement account IRA. The Elmer L. Winter is chairman of the Committee for Economic Growth of Israel, a non-profit interest rate for the bond is 5.00% plus half the excess of the prime rate over organization of American and Israeli business leaders. He was co-founder and long-time president of 5.00%. If the prime rate is below 5.00%, the interest rate is prime. This bond Manpower Inc. matures 12 years from issue date, and has early redemption privileges. 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byGenySadowLunch Box Cookies Fela Green Golden\ Moments in the Kitchen 3/8c butter 1 egg 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 c dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt The Golden Girls and Golden Boys ofthe Jewish Community Center have shared with us 1/2 c superfine sugar 1/2 tsp. ginger their golden recipes and thoughts. A few ofthe recipes are family ones used years ago -AtA 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp. cinnamon -a pinch of this, a pinch of that and half a handful..., some are present day adaptations 11/2 c rolled oats 11/2 c plain flour and a few are just foods that the Golden People prefer to eat. 1/4 c marmelade 1/2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 c chopped raisins Acquiring the information for this article was fun for me, and took a great deal of Cream butter and sugar, beat in egg and vanilla. SIR dry collaboration with Marlene Solomon, who is always supportive, and helpful and Mary ingredients together, add to creamed mixture. Then fold in oats, marmelade and raisins. Drop by teaspoons onto greased trays. Bake Spector. Our back up and research folks were children of the group who also arranged the in moderately hot oven 375 degrees approximately 15 minutes or logistics of getting recipes to us. To all who helped, many thanks. until evenly browned. Makes approximately 31/2 dozen. Henrietta Elson lovingly remembers her Mandel Brot Polly Pressman One Egg Challah or Sweet Roils (Bulkes) Grandmother reciting recipes to her in Yiddish. 4 eggs 1 c sugar 1 c oil Bertha Phillips There is simply no way to translate a Yiddish 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. lemon 4 c flour 1 pkg. yeast lc warm water recipe into English - the measurements so as the 3 tsp. baking powder 1 c nuts 1/3 c sugar 1/4 c oil 11/2 tsp. salt aforementionedpinchtothimbleful,5centsworth Blend together eggs, sugar, oil, vanilla and lemon in mixer for 20 1 egg 4 c (or so) flour minutes. Add flour.bakingpowde r andnuts. Make into rolls and lay and even stir with your finger to determine the Dissolve yeast in warm water - add sugar, oil, salt, egg. Add flour on greased cookie sheet. Bake20minutesat350degrees. Take out of gradually until right consistency is reached. Pnt into well-greased correct temperature and strength of dough. The oven and cot into pieces. Return to oven and bake for 12 minutes bowl turn dough in order to cover all over with oil. Coverbowlwith more. recipe that follows is one from Delancey and hot towl-let rise 2 to 3 hours or overnite if desired. Roll into 3 snake Apple Pound Cake Mollve Norman lengths (6 for 2 challahs) then braid. Let rise for second time if Orchard streets - what could be better than a 2 c sugar 11/2 c oil 3 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla desired after braiding. Brash tops with beaten egg for glaze. Bake at Knishfrom those environs? 350degrees 45 minutes or so. If necessary, covertop last 15 minutes or Mix and beat well. so of baking. Bourbon Candy Henrietta Elson 3 c flour 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. salt 2 boxes confectioners sugar 2 sticks margarine Mix and add to above. Strawberry Jewels Bertha Phillips 3 c diced apples 1 c nuts 1 c. coconut 3/4 c butter 1 c sugar 1 pkg. pecan pieces (about 2 c chopped nuts) Add to batter. Pourintogreased&Qoured tube pan. Bakelhour 4cflour 2eggs 1 tsp.vanilla 3 ozjack Daniels Whiskey 1/2 block paraffin 20 min. at 350 degrees. 1/2 tsp. salt strawberry preserves 8 squares of semi-sweet chocolate Orange Roughy Amandine Mollve Norman Cream sugar and butter. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Add Cream margarine and sugar. Add 1 cup nuts and Jack Daniels. 4 Orange Roughy fillets 2 Tbsp. salad oil sifted flour and salt. Roll into one inch bails. Place on ungreased Make in balls and refrigerate. Melt chocolate with paraffin in double cookie sheet far apart. Dent each ball with a thimble which has been boiler. Chop another cup pecans. Put on waxed paper-lined cookie 1/4 c flour 1/4 c margarine 1 Tbsp. paprika dipped in flour. Fill dent with strawberry preserves. Bake 15 minutes sheet. Dip balls with dipping fork or plain fork. Roll in pecans. 3 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. salt (may be omitted) at 325 degrees. Makes about 8 doz. depending on desired size of balls. Refrigerate until they harden. 1/4 tsp. Tabasco (scant) minced parsley Mocked Chopped Liver Bertha Phillips Passover Derma Henrietta Elson 1/3 c toasted almonds 3 medium onions sliced (about 11/2 cups) 1/2 c grated carrots lcpareve margarine, melted Rinse fish; pat dry. Mbx flour, paprika and salt - coat fillets with 1/4 c margarine 1 hard boiled egg. cut in chunks 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 c finely chopped celery mixture very lightly. Shake off any excess. Grease a shallow pan and 1 tsp. salt 2 cloves garlic, crushed arrange filletsclos e together in it. Brush with oil.* Place in 425 degree 2 c pole or green beans (cooked & drained) _-, oven and bake 20 min. Do not tarn. Ponr butter sauce over fish. 1/4 tsp, salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. pepper 3 c crushed egg matzos Sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Inlargeheavy skillet overmedium heat santeonions in margarine. 1/4 tsp. poultry seasoning 2 eggs, beaten •If preferred, fish may be broiled 5 to 8 minutes about 2 to 3 Stir occasionally until tender. Place in food processor bowl with Reynolds wrap inches below broiling unit. melted margarine. Add remaining ingredients. Process until finely Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine ail ingredients in a large *If preferred, omit oil and brush fish with fallowing sauce: Meltchoppe d but not pureed. Makes aboat 11/2 cnps. bowl; mix well. Place a 20-inch piece of Reynolds Wrap on cookie butter or margarine, stir in lemon juice and Tabasco. Chicken Strata Anita Lamport sheet. Shape mixture into a 16-inch roll. Bring two sides up over Martha's Beef Stew Mollve Norman 8 slices white bread, cubed 1/2 c chopped onion derma; fold down loosely in a series of locked folds, allowing for heat 2 lbs. Beef 3-4 carrots - chunked circulation and expansion. Fold short ends up and over again, crimp 2 c diced cooked chicken breasts dash of pepper to seal. Cook for 45 minutes. Unwrap and cut while hot into 1/2-inch 1 pkg. frozen green peas 2 sliced onions 1/2 c chopped green pepper 1/2 c chopped celery thick slices. Makes: one 16-inch roll. 1 c tomato soup 3 medium potatoes 1/2 c mayonnaise lc mushroom soup Knishes Henrietta Elson 1 can mushrooms 1 bay leaf 1/2 c wine 11/2 c Coffee Rich 2 slightly beaten eggs 1 c chopped green onions (scallions) Pnt all ingredients in agreased casserole. Bakeat275degreesfor Place half of bread cubes in 13x9 buttered baking dish. Combine 6 Tbsp. butter or magarine* 5 hours. chicken, vegetables, mayonnaise and seasonings. Spread over bread 2 c mashed potatoes 2 Tbsp. sour cream Apple Cake Miriam Richelson cubes. Make another layer of bread cubes over the chicken mixture. 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 11/2 c Wesson Oil 2 c sugar 3 eggs Combine eggs and coffee rich and pour over all. Cover and chill overnight. Spoon mushroom soup over top and sprinkle with crumbs. 21/2 c sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 21/2 c flour 1 tsp. baking powder Bake at 325 degrees for 50 minutes. 11/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt. 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. almond ext. When speaking to Mr. Green with the "golden 2 eggs, beaten 2/3 c vegetable oil 3 cups Winsap apples, finely chopped hands of bread making fame" he said that he has Cream sugar, oil and eggs adding one at a time. Silt together 2 Tbsp. water Additional oil to brush on dough and add dry ingredients to batter. Then add vanilla and almond. no measurements to give: "Put yeast and warm *These knishes can be mademilichig (dairy), fleishig Fold in apples. Ponr in a greased and floured Bundt pan. Bake 325 liquid with enough flour so that the dough is not (meat) orpareve. Dairy: add 2 Tbsp. sour cream and use degrees for 11/2 hours or until done. Enjoy!! too hard, not too soft; make it just right. Youmay butter. Meat: use schmaltz (rendered chicken fat). Cheese Blintz Souffle Mary Spector spoil it the first time, you may spoil it the second, Pareve: use pareve margarine and vegetable oil. 2 pkg. frozen blintzes (defrosted) 1/4 lb. margarine Saute scallions in fat. Combine with potatoes, sour cream, salt 4 eggs, well beaten 11/2 c sour cream but you will never spoil it the third time." (Mr. and pepper. Remove from heat. Heal oven to 375 degrees. Sift 1/4 c sugar 1/2 tsp. salt Green do you promise?) Mrs. Green concurs togetherflour,bakingpowderandsalt. Add eggs and oil. Mix butdo notovermix until smooth. Taro out on aUghtly floured board, knead 1 tsp. vanilla 1 Tbsp. orange juice that Mr. Green never had measurements. Fol­ gently a few times, then roll ont to 1/4-inch thick. Brash pastry with Melt 1/4 lb. margarine in a 2 qt. casserole and place blintzes over lowing are her recipes with measurements. oil. Cutout 6-inch circles of dough, re-rolling scraps. Youshouldget margarine in one layer. Blend other ingredients with eggs and ponr about eight circles. Pnt 2 to 3 Tbsps. filling into the center of each over blintzes. Bake 45 minutes at 350 degrees or until top starts to Trout in Butter Sauce With Almonds circle. Draw the circumference of the dough up to the center and brown. Serves 8. Fela Green pinch it together firmly,creatin g a seamless pocket. Prick once or Knedlach (or stuffing in or around roast) twice with toothpick. Ptocepastriesonbaktngsheetandbake30to35 4 cleaned trout Fresh ground pepper Bertha Phillips minutes until medium-brown. Makes 8 large knishes. Salt 2 oz. 1/4 c toasted almonds Honey Cake Ethel Berger 11/2 c sifted flour 4 Tbsp. grated onion flour 4 oz. (1 stick) butter 3 eggs 1/2 c orange juice 1 c honey 1/2 c oil (or fat) 1/4 tsp. pepper parsley 1 tsp. lemon juice lemon slices 21/2 c flour 1/2 c sugar 11/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking powder Select trout from 8 in. to 10 in. long; sprinkle inside and outside 1 tsp. paprika with salt, toss in flour. Heat half the butter in heavy frying pan, put in 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Mb well all ingredients with a fork - form into balls - cook about fish, cook until well browned on both sides. Transfer to hot serving nuts to taste - optional 30 minutes with roast or any other type meats, etc. dish; keep warm. Add remaining butter to pan with lemon juice, pepper and toasted almonds, simmer a few minutes; ponr over fish. 1 tsp. grated orange peel 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil Serve immediately, garnish with lemon slices and parsley. Serves 4. Mixwell. Bake at 350 degrees until done. Ne&^nthtRetfyesfa This a my favorite rectpe - takes little time and is good. Favorites of our centenarians. *Editors note: Recipes maybe altered slightly to conform with laws ofKashrut. The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 9

* fc * Tfie Cultural Arts Council ofthe Jewish Community Federation, 4 B'nai Zion Religious School and Mizpah Religious School cordially invite you to a Communit4 y Chanukah Celebratio*» n on Sunday Morning, December 12th at 11:15 AM. 4 at B'nai Zion Synagogue

featuring the musical group Tevyeh playing festival and Jewish songs. 4

4 4 Born in Kiev and Minsk, Russia, this talented group of European musicians has mastered their ability to perform an extensive array of cultural music. Today, as proud American citizens, "Tevyeh" has performed to delighted crowds for over 15 years.

r ~\ Latkes and Fixin's Following the Concert Adults: $3.50 Kids Eat Free RSVP to B'nai Zion by Wed. Dec. 8th: 894-8900 4 The concert is free and open to the entire Jewish Community. 4 4—---4» -to Page 10 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 "Let's go back," I said. '"One moment,' exclaimed Nathan, pick­ Uzzie's Strange Menorah ing up a little can. He shook it. 'Waitl'Aliquid by Bea Stadtler sound was heard. There's something in it.' With trembling fingers he opened the can and They all stood before the strange-looking position in the South which had just been smelled. 'Gasoline!' menorah and joyfully sang the blessings over attacked. Three of us worked together - "Nathan clutched this little treasure to his the candles. Shmuelik, the driver, Nathan the gunsmith breast and we started creeping back to Everyone knows about the miracle ofthe and myself. Shmuelik. cruse of pure oil used for the NefTamid dur­ "We quickly loaded the mortar, two ma­ I '"Now what?' demanded Shmuelik, 'did ing the time of the IViaccabees. It is said that chine guns and some boxes of ammunition you find a gas station?' : history repeats itself. We shall see! This story and went on our way. We could not travel on " . "'Here,' said Natrian, holding out the can, the main toads because we knew we would be happened two thousand years after the time .'gasoline.' ambushed, so we went by the back roads and ofthe Maccabees, in 1948, duringlsrael's Wajr "Shmuelik grabbed the can, almost as through the fields. We could hear the echoes | of Independence. though he were going to kiss it. He emptied of the battle as we got closer. The Egyptians On the table stood a hanukia (a menorah) the can into the tank, and started to throw were attacking with guns, tanks and mortars; with eight candles; prepared for lighting. It away the container. but from the Israeli side - not even one shot. was not an ordinary hanukia because...well - "'No,' said Nathan, Tmust have this can. We understood what the trouble was. the candle holders were made from bullet It deserves a place in the National Museum.' "The lorry was old, the windows broken, cartridges. A strange sort of hanukia? He picked it up, jumped on the truck. We the upholstery torn-a wreck. Shmuelik tried Uzzie put the candles into the shells. "Ema, to drive faster, but suddenly in the middle of a moved. tonight is the last night of Hanukah and Abba field the motor made an odd sound, sighed, ''We arrived at the last moment as the hasn't come to light even one candle." and stopped. Shmuelik cursed, -You old rag. Egyptians were about to storm our position. "You know," said Etna gently, "Abba is Couldn^youfind anothertime to breakdown?' The two machine guns, our ammunition and guarding the border. It is his turn to be on "We jumped out. Shmuelik opened the mortarwere immediately distributed, and we duty, and if he hasnt come.it isbecause he has hood, looked into the motor and started curs­ joined the fight.Twelv e boys made our weap­ no leave." ing with all the curses he knew. "There is a hole ons sing a crazy song and in a few seconds we "Our borders are much longer after the in the gas tank - all the gasoline leaked out' shot the enemy down like wheat in a field. Those left ran away. They left behind much Six-Day War," said Uzzie proudly. "A big hole?" equipment, Nathan went around picking up "Yes," said Ema, "and many more men are "'No,' he said, *the hole I can plug up, but needed to guard them." the empty bullet cartridges. where will I get gasoline?' Uzzie knew that his, Abba was a reservist in "This little victory was very important be­ "We despaired. The Egyptian attack grew the Israeli army and he was very proud of that. cause we held the entire area in the South for louder. We knew our boys could not holdout "But - but can't they give him just one night our troops. even another half hour without our ammuni­ off?" "After the battle, the boys came into the Suddenly they heard steps in the corridor. tion. shelter. Some needed bandages. Most were The door flew open. "Hag samayach!" "Nathan was standing on the seat which thirsty. I told them the story about the can of "Abbar Uzzie flew into his father's arms. held the boxes of ammunition and peering gasoline which saved the battle. 'One mo­ "You are home -just in time to light the eighth into the dark. 'Idiot! - do you want the Egyp­ ment,' a soldier jumped up. 'Do you know candle. I knew you would come -1 knew it." tians to drill you full of bullet holes,' shouted what day this is?' Abba kissed his young son warmly and then Shmuelik. "'Thursday,' I said. kissed Uzzie's mother. They all stood before '"One memont,' said Nathan, 'there was a '"Today is the firstda y of Hanukkah. This the strange-looking menorah and joyfully sang British camp here. I worked here as a lock­ can of gas reminded me.' the blessings over the candles. When they smith. Let's have a look at the salvage depot. "In the shelter was complete silence. Ev­ were done, Uzzie turned to his^4fofca..."And Perhaps we can find a bit of gasoline.' eryone of us was united in the feeling that now the story..." '"The British left this place more than two something very holy had happened. We felt "Story?" months ago - do you think they left you huge suddenly that the distances of time merged "The story you promised to tell me - ofthe drums of gasoline?' asked Shmuelik sarcasti­ together and we had carried on in the tradi­ jug of benzene. Don't tease - you remember." cally. tion ofthe Maccabees. "May I eat first?" asked Abba, as Ema '"Not drums - only a jug - a cruse - a can of "You see, my son, it was a night I will never brought in the latkes. gasoline - that is enough."' forget." Uzzie nodded, but he himself was too ex­ '"All right,' said Shmuelik, 'in the mean­ Uzzie had been listening with wide, shining cited to eat. After supper,^46fofl emptied his time I will stuff this cursed hole - and don't fall eyes. "Daddy, what happened with the can - pockets of all his change and gave it to Uzzie into a drum, because daybreak will soon be did it really go to the Israel Museum?" for Hanukah gelt. Still Uzzie eyed his father, here and we will be sitting ducks for the Egyp­ "Nathan took the can, and when he got "Please Abba, the story." tians.' . home, he cut it into three pieces. He took the Abba sat in his favorite chair and smiled at "We crept from hill to hill and examined bullet cartridges he had picked up from this Uzzie. "It was in the first month ofthe Inde­ every broken barrel. We shook every rusty battle and made three hanukldyot, one for pendence War in 1948, and exactly as in the container. Empty - everything was empty. himself, one for Shmuelik - and one for us." days of the Maccabbes, we were few against The echoes ofthe attack became louder, and The family all turned and looked at the the many - just a small group oiHagana fight­ we were helpless. 'Let's go on foot,' I said to Strange hanukia with pride and joy. ers, armed with the poorest kind of arms against Nathan. Bea Stadtler is the author of numerous many thousands of Arabs. '"No, it will take too long. Look, there's books on Jewish topics for young people, another heap.' We were feeling our way in the "I was in the Negev desert, when suddenly including The Holocaust Reader: A darkness. Thorns and rusty, broken machin­ I received an order to load all the arms and History of Courage and Resistance. ammunition on a lorry (an Army truck) and ery scratched us. Nathan found another can - take it as quickly as possible to a front line empty - another - empty. What to do? 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The Book ofthe Just: The Silent Heroes Who RescuedBrothers Jews From Hitler by Michael Bar-lohar by Eric Silver Fawcett Columbine, N.Y., 1993. Weidenfeld and Nicolson, London, 1992. A Review by Miriam Levine A Review by Dr. A. Steven Ulin Michael Bar-Zohar's novel, Brothers is a modern day saga told in a thrilling You sit in your home, your castle, watching the dregs of the 11 p.m. news. A historical style. This is a story about two brothers, one raised Jewish and one sudden knock comes on your door: an unexpected knock, not violent or demand­ raised Gentile. ing, an unexpected tocsin from the world outside. You look up, caught by this When Tonya Gordon, a Jewish poet, is executed in the courtyard of the intrusion; who knocks on your door so late at night? You flip on the outside light; Lubyanka prison, she goes to her death not knowing the fate of her two little boys, a stranger is at your door. He's not very large, or very threatening. His face in the Alexander and Dimitri. Alexander is sent to America and little Dimitri is left in shadows is that of a frightened young man, with anxious shining eyes. He is the Soviet orphanage where he learns hate and anti-Semitism. Though they live huddled into himself...a frightened penitent at your door. in a world apart, each becomes part of his country's character. When the brothers You open the door cautiously and say, "Yes?" finally meet as adults, they hate each other. Jealousy destroys everything in their He looks up at you and says, "Help me." wake, including those they love. "Are you lost?" Brothers is a story driven by Bar-Zohar's profound understanding of history "No." and by word pictures painted vividly. It is educational and entertaining. "Have you had an accident? Has your car broken down?" Dr. Michael Bar-Zohar spoke eloquently at the Campaign Opening Event in "No. I am a fugitive. The police are after me...Please do not call them. They November. will send me back to Haiti, and I will be dead. I came to Dalton and worked in a carpet mill, but I have no papers. I will be sent to a concentration camp in Miami Book Reviews for Kids at Chanukah and sent back to Haiti and my death." Would you open the door to him? Would you hide him in the attic? Would by Bea Stadtler you contact someone to get him to safe harbor? Suppose the police sent you to Peninnah Schram & Steven M. Rosman, Eight Tales For Eieht a concentration camp for harboring a fugitive if they caught you? Would you dare Nights: Stories For Chanukah, N J.: Jason Aronson Inc., 1990 break the law for a foreigner, or maybe a Jew? What kind of person was it who opened his door, who put his life on the line for a Jew? Who was the rare person The story teller par excellence has written a book of folktales and some in Germany in 1933 who dared help a Jew? Was it really that hard to look the other personal reminiscences, together with Steven Rosman, another story teller. way? You live next-door to a Jewish family. You've nodded your head and said, Each story is from a different culture and they are illustrated with beautiful "Guten Morgen," countless times over recent years. YouVe shared the same paper-cut illustrations. The stories can be told to young children and read by postman, the same grocer. And today you do not look at your neighbor, you 8 year olds to adult. diminish the Jew to the zero, because the Nazi says the Jew is an enemy of the Myron Levov. The Hanukkah of Great Uncle Otto, illustrated by State, an enemy of the people, an enemy of yours. What kind of person, in such Donna Ruff, Phila., Pa.: Jewish Publication Society, 1984. troubled times, is it who has the courage to offer a fugitive a helping hand? Joshua loves to visit his Great Uncle Otto in his shop, where he once made Eric Silver began years ago to interview those persons who helped a Jew, a all kinds of things. Now Uncle Otto was ill and could hardly move his hands. fugitive, an enemy of the state. The State of Israel has recognized more than 10 Joshua would stop in on his way home from school and make him a cup of tea, thousand honorable men and women who risked all to save a Jew from the Nazis. but Uncle Otto was depressed because his hands would not let him do the things Mr. Silver patiently interviewed many survivors and wrote of 40 in his recently he once did. Then he decided to make a menorah, like one from his parents' published book: The Book of the Just, the Silent Heroes Who Rescued Jews fromhom e in Europe. And Joshua would help him. So they worked and Uncle Otto Hitler. Much of this stirring book is in the words of the heroes, and describes in told stories while Joshua cut wood and twisted copper tubes. In the end the simple terms the recurring pattern of decency, courage and respect for the hanukkiya didn't look the way Uncle Otto wanted it to look. He grew sad again individual man. In a climate where most people looked the other way, these and Joshua wanted to cheer him up. In cheering up Uncle Otto, the old man ordinary people saw the unspeakable horror and did acts of heroism, certainly at learned a lesson - that the light of the menorah comes from love. 8-10 year olds. great risk to themselves. The list is long and varied: they were diplomats, and Aidel Backman, One Hanukkah Night, Jewish Publication Society churchmen, even Turks and Muslims. They were Resistance Fighters seeking at A short story with lovely pictures and few words about Hanukkah and how any level to thwart the Nazi. They were plain, ordinary housewives, with a good Zaidy grandfather celebrated Hanukkah, with little footnotes explaining Christian conscience. They did not look the other way when the Nazi thugs began words like dreidel, bubby, zaide and others. For the very young child. systematically to denigrate the Jews. Isaac Bashevis Singer, ThePowerof Light:Eight Stories forHanuk­ First the Nazis ridiculed, then they isolated, then they took away the Jew's kah, N.Y.: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 1990 citizenship, and his right to vote. All else followed: doctors and lawyers could not Eight Hanukkah stories, some very creative and some boring. "Hershele practice, businessmen lost their places in the market, teachers could not teach. and Hanukkah" is a charming story about a fawn that comes to the door of a The Jew depended on his friend for decency and loyalty, and his friend stared into Jewish family on Hanukkah and what happens to the fawn. "A Parakeet Named space. Or, perhaps, wondered how soon he could move into the Jew's home after Dreidel" is also a charming story. Ages 5-11. he was transported to a concentration camp. Meir Shaiev & Yossi Abolafia, My Father Always Embarrasses Me, It is right and proper that these Just Men be honored, and their stories told; Chicago, 111.: Wellington Publishing, 1990, pub. in Israel in 1988 there were so few of them. Eric Silver writes well, even a little softly. He lets the Mortimer Dunne's mother is a television reporter and his father is a writer. story tell itself: no exclamation marks, no hyperbole. "He does nothing - only hammers away at the typewriter and embarrasses his "Over 5 weeks in the summer of 1940, Aristides de Sousa Mendes, the son." Mortimer's father always seems to be doing the wrong thing at the wrong Portuguese Consul-General in Bordeaux signed entry visas for 30,000 refugees time, like the time he went to the wedding of Mortiner's aunt...wearing his 10,000 Jews among them fleeing the Nazi occupation of France...Mr. Mendes shorts. Sometimes Mortimer feels as though he would like to be invisible. Then said: "Even if I am discharged, by the Portuguese government I can only act as came the day that Mortimer's teacher suggested the parents bake cakes for a a Christian, as my conscience tells me. If I am disobeying orders, I would rather school party and the one whobakedthebest cake wouldwinaprize. Mortimer's be with God against men than with men against God." mother was too busy to bake a cake, but his father decided he would do it. In the morning Mortimer was awakened by his father who had baked a cake that The first light of Chanukah is looks like a... rubber tire... aha, but it was what was inside the cake that made it so unusual. This time...well, you'll have to read it yourself. Can be read to Wednesday, December BK young children and read by 7-10 year olds. Page 12 The SHOFAR, December, 1993

From the Chair of Excellence Friendly Faces From by Dr. Irven Resnick Home Chair of Excellence in While on the Presi­ Judaic Studies, UTC dents Mission to Israel, Barbara (right) and Jay Wiston visited with Sha­ Martin Luther ron Cohen (left) and and the Jews Robyn Snyder (center), Chattanooga's repre­ Often it takes centuries before the Dr Irven sentatives in Jerusalem errors ofthe past are redressed. The offi- - Resnick . Both young women cial decree expelling Jews from Spain in 1492, for example, was not were thrilled to be in Is­ removed until 1969. Similarly, it was only this summer that the rael during such an ex­ Evangelical Lutheran Church formally repudiated the words ofthe citing historical time; 4 U K i^i sixteenth century reformer, Martin Luther, on Jews and Judaism. As they are witnessing the reported in the Chattanooga Times (10/2/93) the Church is preparing unfolding of the Peace a declaration to Jews condemning Martin Luther's extravagant anti- process. Sharon is at- Jewish rhetoric. Although early in his career Luther had hoped that tending "Neve Schechter* as partofherprogramatjewish Theological Seminary's Rabbinical SchooL Robyn is doing her first year of college with the Young the Jewish communities in those few areas of Germany from which Judaea group - "Our Woman in Israel." They told us that their programs were they had not already been expelled might become allies in his conflict demanding but very rewarding, and they wouldn't want to be anywhere else. It with the Roman Catholic Church, he was disappointed. His efforts was great seeing them and they both sent hugs and kisses to their families and to persuade Jews to convert to Christianity through a correspon­ regards toeveryon e in Chattanooga. They would be happy to visit anyone from dence with the leader ofthe German Jewish community, Josel of Chattanooga who gets to Israel this year. Rosheim, brought no positive result. To Luther's chagrin, rabbinic leaders in Germany suggested to Luther that if he truly wished to avoid error he should convert to Judaism! Terrace At this summer's conference, clergy ofthe Evangelical Lutheran Wine & Spirits Church correctly noted change and development in Luther's atti­ South Torraco Plaza tude toward the Jews. Early, he had counseled tolerance. But in •99-5739 MastorcardVVlsa works written a few years before bis death - for example, his On the 5084 South Torraco Plaza Martha Bomtan Jews and their Lies (1543) - he described Jews as "alien murderers and Chattanooga, TN 37412 Edith Borman, Owntrt bloodthirsty enemies." His counsel of toleration had been aban­ doned. Now, he advised authorities to deal harshly with them: burn down their schools and synagogues, confiscate their books, and expel them all if they refuse to convert. This attitude grew even more violent in Luther'slast sermon before his death, entitledAdmonition Against the Jews (1546). There he adds that Jews are blasphemers who would destroy Christianity and suggests that Christians are at fault for not slaying them. The Power There is no doubt that one could scrutinize the writings of America's Founding Fathers and find remarks about women or slavery that should embarass us. But Luther's remarks should not merely be a source of embarrassment for Lutherans. As the TbMake distintuished Church historian Heiko Oberman observed in his The Roots of Anti-Semitism in the Age of the Renaissance and Reformation (1981),this Christian anti-Judaism - advanced aswell by other figures ofthe Reformation - not only can be traced back in time to the earliest A Difference. days of Christianity, but also forward, to reveal an influence upon German Lutherans during the Nazi era, most of whom displayed little remorse as Jews began 'disappearing' from their midst. Although it has taken fifty years, the official expression of regret from the Evangelical Lutheran Church is a step in the right direction.

±-4- fly Me To The Moon I *-* NationsBank HOLD THAT DATE: SATURDAY EVENING-MARCH 5** © 1992 NationsBank Corporation. The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 13 Rabbinic Greetings at Chanukah 1 I Love Chanukah! Chanukah - i Publicizing I love Chanukah! the Miracle More than any other cel­ "Praise and ebration of the Jewish Thank" We Jews are in­ year, Chanukah fills me structed by the sages of «§ with Jewish pride. oldto place thehanukiah Chanukah is different As Chanukah ap­ % Hanukah menorah in from most of our annual proaches, it is of primary the windows of our festivals and commemo­ homes in order to publi­ Rabbi Joseph Klein importance for us to dis­ Rabbi Dov Ber Weisman by Rabbi JosejDavidso rations because on cover its essence and our cize the miracle which Chanukah we focus on the historical heroism of our association to this holiday. Our sages of blessed took place during this season in days of yore when the people, rather than the significance of a religious memory tell us to celebrate Chanukah with "hallel ve Maccabees fought bravely against the wicked em­ ritual or value. hodah" praise and thanksgiving. We see that peror, Antiochus IV, and rededicated the Temple in Please know that I am not saying that the message "praise and thanksgiving" to Hashem is a common Jerusalem which he had desecrated through his pro­ and meaning of our other festivals are not significant theme in our everyday relationship with G-d. In fact, gram of forced Hellenization. The miracle, accord­ - indeed I find them wonderfully enriching and fulfill­ it is such an integral part of our nature that our very ing to the Rabbis, was that when it came time to light ing. But there is something qualitatively different name is a description of this relationship between us the Ner Tamid, the eternal Light, in the sanctuary, about the Chanukah story of real people determin­ and our Creator. there was only a one day's supply of oil pure enough ing their own religious destiny. WeVe all heard of the question - who is a Jew, but remaining. It took, the Rabbis said, eight days in Chanukah is history. Different from Passover let us examine what is a Jew? Have you ever won­ order to render new oil from olives, leaving the which is only directly recorded in our Hebrew Scrip­ dered why we are called "Jews"; or in Hebrew victors in quite a quandry. They decided to light the ture and is not historically verified with evidence 'Yehudim?" What is its origin and what does it Ner Tamid amyway, and, miracle of miracles, the outside of the Torah text, the Chanukah story can be mean? flame stayed burning throughout the entire eight- authenticated and confirmed. It is indeed real. Our father, Jacob, along with his four wives had day period! The Ner Tamid never was extinguished! We should not, however, confuse the Chanukah prophetic powers and were aware of their destiny to Indeed, against all odds Jews and Judaism have legend of the miraculous oil with the historical reli­ produce the twelve tribes of Israel. Each wife had continued to survive* indeed, to thrive in one hostile gious rebellion of the Maccabees. The former was calculated that her equal share would be three tribes. environment after another. No people has been fabricated by the rabbis of Talmud almost 600 years Therefore when our mother Leah gave birth to her buffeted around from country to country; no people after the events of the Hasmonean Rebellion in the fourth son she called him "Yehuda "- "Judah " hence has been subjet to the amounts of persecution and 2nd Century BCE. The truth of Chanukah lies in the the word "Jew", which means "I praise and thank oppression. Yet we have continued to retain our courage and faith, thestrength and dedication ofthe you" Hashem for giving me more than my share - unique character, our unique world view, our unique Jewish fighters who would not allow their heritage to Rastii. The nation oflsrael therefore became known vision of the future. Throughout all of those periods be absorbed into Greek culture. by this name 'Yehudim" - Jews. We are not called of violence and fear, the Jewish people continued to Thevillain ofthe Chanukah story is not Antiochus after one ofthe other tribes - "Danites," "Benjamites," publicize the miracle, not only of Hanukah but ofthe Epiphanes and his Assyrian-Greek armies, rather it etc. Why? The Maharal of Prague explains that the refusal to die that Hanukah represents. is the belief that Jews would be better served by name of anything in Hebrew, especially of a person, We light our hanukiot in a much different world abandoning their faith and religious culture in favor is not just a label but describes the essence of that than did our ancestors. Jews in many parts of the of the more prestigious and impressive world of being. world are respected citizens of the countries in which Hellenism. The Rebbe of Kotzk therefore says that we are all called we reside. Organized pogroms, inquisitions or exter­ "Yehudim," because the essence of every honest, G-d fearing Jew is to minations no longer plague us as they once did. There were Jews in the 2nd century BCE. who praise and thank G-d from morning to night that the Almighty thought it financially prudent, socially beneficial, sustains and gives us more than our deserving share. To us, There are still places where the light of freedom has and rationally intelligent to join "the rest of the Thanksgivingisnot aonceayearrecognition of theOmnipresent.but not quite penetrated, but it casts a larger shadow an everyday expression of our existence. This is why "Hakarat Hatov" than ever before in Jewish history. Our ancestors world." The life-style and life-values of Judaism - showing gratitude - is a fundamental principle of an observant Jew. were to them old fashioned, and prevented their full In fact, upon waking up in the morning the first words out of our publicized the miracle of Jewish survival against all appreciation and participation in the modern, so­ mouths is a short prayer - "ModaeAni" - "I thank you Hashem for odds not only through the kindling of Hanukah returning my soul to me..." We do not wake up and take it for granted candles but through their daily lives, which they lived phisticated and scientific world of Greek culture. that we deserve another day of life- the fact is, I deserve nothing, each Those Jews welcomed the edict from Antiocus that and everything that has been given tomeis by thegraceof G-d whohas in accordance with the rhythm and the values of all Assyrian subjects should become Greek citizens had mercy on me - and if I wake up alive in the morning, I praise and Judaism. Shabbat, the other festivals of the year, the of the world. thank G-d for another day of life that I can praise and thank Him. As synagogue and tzedakah kept alive the eternal flame we say in the repetition of the "Shmonea Esrei" - "Modim" - "We of Judaism, the Ner Tamid that remained after the And it is no different today: the pull of secular thank you Hashem..ior letting us thank You." In other words, we culture is tempting, and many of us believe that it thank You for allowing us to have a relationship with You where we destruction of the Temple. might be easier if we just weren't Jewish. I am are given the honor to be allowed to thank You! The challenge to Jews in December 1993 Kislev 5754 is to It is no wonder that thegreatest ofthe tribe of Yehuda Judah, continue to publicize the miracle the year 'round in our daily lives as therefore very proud of Judah and his brothers who King David spent his entire life thanking and praising Hashem in his well. The challenge of Hanukah is to keep burning the eternal flame fought for their religious identity and communal psalms. It is these psalms that have become die major source of our of Judaism long after the Hanukah candles have burned down, and expression. No other religion or culture has a holiday praising and thanking Hashem in our prayer services. the hanukiah has been consigned to its place on the shelf. The challenge to us is to accomplish this miracle without the outside specifically dedicated to the protection of religious Perhaps what best summarizes what the attitude of a "Yehudi" is, was written by the psalmist in two pressureofanti-Semitism , without the threat of annihilation from the freedom. Only Chanukah declares that each person outside. Our challengeis to continue to keep theBameburning bright has the right to participate in his or her own faith- metaphoric words - "Kosee Reviya" - "my cup even when we are free enough to allow it to be extinguished from our own neglect. Aswelight each candle on our hanukiot, let us continue community without state interference. overfloweth" - for all Your blessings Hashem that you have bestowed upon me. to publicize the miracle, not only by displaying proudly our menorot As Americans we treasure the freedoms guaran­ in our windows for the world to see and to enjoy, but by displaying The celebration of Chanukah is to praise and Jewish lives which attest to the miracle of continued Jewish existence. teed in the Bill of Rights which introduce our Consti­ Each night we add to thenumer of candles. Each year let us add to the tution. It is Jewish history and tradition which first thank Hashem not only for this miraculous deliver­ ance, but for our everyday blessings taken for granted. number of Jewish deeds (mitzvot) we accomplish. Publicize the declared the ultimate importance of those values. I miracle! am proud of our tradition which yearly reminds us of Remembering why we are called Yehudim can On behalf of B'nai Zion Congregation and on how important it is to preserve that feeedom and to make each day we live a more happy and content life; behalf of my own family, Barbara, Michaela, Elana fight for the integrity of our heritage. filled with gratitude and praise of recognition of all and Jacob, I wish the entire Chattanooga area Jewish I love Chanukah. More than any other festival or occasion this life's bounty of blessings that our Father in Heaven community a healthy, happy and bright Hanukah is a celebration of the dedication and determination of the Jewish continually showers upon us. Wishing you a Happy season during which we all rededicate ourselves to spirit. Indeed, in fighting for both national and personal Jewish Chanukah, Rabbi Dov Ber Weisman,Congregation integrity, the Maccabees gave us Net Gadol Haya Sham, "a great keeping the light of Judaism burning brightly for miracle that happened there." Beth Sholom many years to come. Page 14 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Congregational News c ) Beth Sholom News by Harold Shapiro Mizpah Congregation by Ruth jaffe

The Annual Congregational Meeting will be held Tuesday evening, Friday evening December 10~Family Chanukah Dinner. Dinner at December 7,1993 at 7:30 P.M. 6:30, Chanukah Family Service 7:30. There will be beautiful songs, The election of officers and three board members will take place at music and magic. Families are asked to bring their Menorah and 4 this time. Those nominated for office are: Gene Rudnick, president; candles to celebrate the 3rd night of Chanukah - we will light them all Murray Porter, Jesse Iskowitz and Ariela D'Israel, vice presidents; together. Stanley Nusbaum, treasurer; Miriam Rhodes, secretary; and for three- Saturday evening, December 117:00 P.M.- -A wonderful Chanukah year term board members, Larry Levy, Sam Roistacher and Muriel program with music, music, music and magic, magic, magic (magic to Porter. be performed by Rabbi Klein)!!! Our Chanukah Party will be on Sunday, December 12 at 5:30 P.M. Sunday, December 12 at B'nai Zion There will be a joint Chanukah No reservations required. Donations will be accepted. Come and see program with B'nai Zion and Mizpah and the Jewish Cultural Arts how many ways Sam Roistacher can prepare latkes. Council ofthe Federation. Highlight of this program will be the musical The Sisterhood Flea Market will be held Sunday morning, Decem­ group "Tevyeh" who will be singing Chanukah and other Jewish songs. ber 5, at 9:00 AJVI. Please call Muriel Porter and volunteer to help sort, The joint program will be at 10:00 A.M. Tevyeh performance will begin price and display merchandise on Saturday night, December 4th. She at 11:15. The community is cordially invited to attend. needs plenty ofworkers to work Sundaymorning. This is a major fund Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 P JVI.-Topic of this evening's discus­ raiser for our synagogue. Be there. sion, "the December Dilemma" a discussion ofthe conflicted relation­ The Synagogue has Red Food Stores food certificates for sale. ship many Jewish families have during the Christmas season. This Please contact Stan Nusbaum and purchase them as soon as possible. program is sponsored by the Outreach Committee and will be lead by Your use of these certificates helps our synagogue. Rabbi Klein. We expect a sizable group for this important evening. The Rabbi wants to remind the members that he is continuing his Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. program oishiurs. He has a shiur right after services on Saturday December 24 through 27-S.E.F.T.Y. Winter Regional Convention morning. There is another shiur on Saturday afternoon and another in Tampa, Florida. Rabbi Klein will be the "Dean" ofthe convention. shiur on Sunday morning at 10:00 A.M. The community is invited to Representatives will be sent from Chattanooga. The theme ofthe attend. Convention is "Who is Jewish and What is Reform?" There is a women's study group every Tuesday morning at the December 24-26-Sixth and eighth grade retreat at Camp Coleman! synagogue. For further information, please call Miriam Rhodes or Sisterhood News ~ "¥ \W8te Millie Shapiro. December 1 at 7:00 P.M.-A covered dish dinner and social get- *H.£ in mi I8|lll||lll HI 11 ill iiilill 11 HI* together at the home of Amy Cohen. Plans and ideas will be discussed for a Progressive Dinner in the spring or summer to benefit the Beth Sholom Chanukah Party Religious School. Sunday December 12,1993 at 5:30 P.M, No reservations required Donations accepted What's New at the Gift Shop? Come see how many different ways there Quartz Watches - Mezzuzot - Menorahs - Dreidels - Key Rings • Jewish "Post-It" Notes - Paper - Gelt - Gift Mugs for Bubbe and Zayde • are to prepare Latkes. Bibs-Magnets-Decorations - And More! ' Shop daily Monday-Friday 10-4 J *-£• Friday night or Sunday morning. j Fly Me To The Moon J Joint Chanukah Program Dec. 12th HOLD THAT DATE: The Religious Schools of B'nai Zion and Mizpah will come to­ SATURDAY EVENING-MARCH 5^ gether for a joint Chanukah program on Sunday, December 12. The program begins at 10 A.M. at B'nai Zion Synagogue with Chanukah songs, a story from Rabbi Davidson and magic from Rabbi Klein. Following the opening assembly, the combined Religious School CAnt>1e1i5htni5 Times students will separtate into age groups for special Chanukah pro­ for Srufoh&i gramming. Everyone wUlcomebacktogetheratll:15foraconcertby"Tevyeh," an Atlanta musical group, that will play festival and Jewish songs. The presentation of "Tevyeh" is a gift to the community from the December 03 5:09 Jewish Cultural Arts Council ofthe Jewish Community Federation. DecemberlO 5:09 We will conclude the morning with latkes and fixings at a nominal December 17. 5:11 charge ($3.50) for adults and free for all children. If you plan to stay for lunch, please RSVP to B'nai Zion at 894-8900 by Wednesday, December 24. 5:14 December 8th. December 31 5:19 All members ofthe Jewish community are invited to come to the morning program, as together, our Chattanooga Jewish families These times are 20 minutes before sunset. celebrate the joy of religious freedom embodied in our Chanukah ^commemoration. * The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 15

B'nai Zion Synagogue by Millie Lander Ross Peiser Joins B'nai Zion Staff LesterCohen,PresidentofB'naiZion Syna­ gogue is pleased to announce the appoint­ Chanukah begins Wednesday evening, December 8th and several ment of Ross Peiser as Judaic Skills Coordina­ events will be held at B'nai Zion in connection with the holiday. tor. Anative of Nashville, TN,Ross attended December 5th, 10:30 A.M. - A Chanukah workshop will be the topic local schools before enrolling in Middle Ten­ ofthe Rabbi's Sunday Morning Study Session. nessee State University in Murfreesboro and A Chanukah-Shabbat dinner will be held Friday evening, Decem­ transferring to Vanderbilt University where ber 10th. Dinner will begin at 6:15 P.M. and services will immediately he majored in Human Development and Po­ follow the dinner. Call the Synagogue by Wed. Dec. 8th for reserva­ litical Science. tions. He began synagogue work in 1991 as Ritual Sunday morning, December 12th - A community-wide Chanukah Director ofWest End Synagogue in Nashville. celebration will be held at B'nai Zion. As part of his position he organized or led all Don't forget to visit the Gift Shop for holiday gifts and candles. The services including morning and evening Gift Shop is open Wednesday afternoons, 4-6 P.M. and Sunday morn­ minyon, "Ihave always enjoyed being a part of ings, 10 A.M. until 12:15 P.M. the synagogue family," Ross noted. Ross had Dedication of the Torah cover donated by Mr. and Mrs. Isadore sung in the choir for 13 years, taught and Ross Peiser Green will be observed during Shabbat services, December 11th. tutored B'nai Mitzvot students and served as The Introduction to Judaism course offered by Rabbis Klein and Gabai. Davidson will meet each Tuesday evening in December, 7 JO P.M. at Ross is 27 years old and was recently married to Anita.Katz of B'nai Zion. Wilmington, Delaware. Anita has a M.S. degree in nursing and is Rabbi Davidson teaches a Torah Study Class each Shabbat morn­ working at East Ridge Hospital. ing, at 9:30 A.M. Though born and raised in Nashville, Ross, the son of Jerald and Ross Peiser will offer a Basic Hebrew Course. Contact Ross for Tammy (Dubrow) Peiser really has Scenic City roots. He is the great more information. nephew ofPolly Pressman and Benny Dubrow, and the grandson ofthe Spend Saturday evenings at B'nai Zion watching a movie. late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dubrow. Used People will be shown December 4th and School Ties will be viewed December 11th. Show time is 7:15 P.M. Admission is 99 cents B'nai Zion's Super Bowl Party. and popcorn and soft drinks will be available. Have a wonderful Chanukah and a very happy and healthy 1994! Sunday evening, January 30th

children and ourselves how to live real Jewish lives at home." Reform Jewish Leader Calk on Jews to 'Actively Pursue' Converts, On education and Reform authenticity: "While Reform ideology has winning appeal for an even greater majority of Jews attracted by our egalitarianism, our social activism and our evolutionary sense of Reach Out to All Who Seek Religious Meaning Judaism, thesketchiness of Jewish knowledgeandpractice of toomany of our congregations undercuts the Rabbi Alexander M. Schindler of New York, president of the Union of credibility of that appeal. We need a serious and sustained learning effort: academies for adults, summer courses, home study. "Jewish literacy should become a pre-condition for leadership in our congregations American Hebrew Congregations, said it was time for the Reform movement - and in the UAHC. the largest Jewish denomination in North America - "to reach out to those of our "At the same time, I propose that our congregations suspend those rules which restrict religious neighbors who belong to no church or other religious institution." school to the chilren of temple members. Let the doors of our schools be open to all, free of charge, for at least a year, the only requirement being that their parents also attend temple study programs. Jewish Rabbi Schindler spoke in delivering his presidential message, in the form of ffederations might be willing to offer supportfor such a free tuition venture. An affirmative response to this a sermon, at Sabbath services attended by 4,000 delegates to the organization's proposal could reinforce the new, still tenuous bond between the world of federations and the synagogue biennial general assembly at the San Francisco Hilton Hotel. The convention was movements." On the role of non-Jews in the synagogue: "Since so many interfaith couples join our congregations held October 21-25, marking the 120th anniversary of the UAHC's founding. The defining the role of the non-Jew in the temple has become a critically pressing need. As far as membership Union of American Hebrew Congregations, which Rabbi Schindler heads, is is concerned, nearly 90% of our congregations allow non-Jews to belong. I hold with the majority here, composed of 850 Reform Synagogues in the United States and Canada. because virtually all of our congregations count membership by households rather than individuals. "On governance of congregations, most of our synagogues permit non-Jews to participate, but most "Judaism has an enormous amount of wisdom and experience.to offer to our often with restrictions as to leadership roles. I agree with them too. troubled world," he said, "and we Jews ought to be proud to proclaim it with "On religious ritual, where passions run most high, my position is one of maximum openness. When fervor and with pride. Let us therefore be champions of Judaism. Let us define it comes to public life-cycle events - baby namings and bar- and bat-mitzvahs, for example, I believe that the non-Jewish parents should be allowed to participate in a manner virtually identical to that of Jews. Such Jewish 'chosenness' not as exclusive but as exemplary, not as separatist but as rituals should maximize their roles as parents of a Jewish child, and magnify their experience of Jewish representative, not as closed but as open, not as rejecting but as all-embracing and spirituality." compassionate." On gay and lesbian Jews: "I ask for a resolution that will put our movement on record as supporting Rabbi Schindler noted that he had proposed an "Outreach" program to non-Jews 15 years ago but the right of gay of lesbian couples to adopt children, to file joint income tax returns, and to share in the that the UAHC had decided to concentrate on the non-Jewish spouses of Jews and their children by benefits that society normally assigns to married couples." welcoming them into Reform synagogues, by encouraging them to affiliate and by publishing books, inaugurating programs and sponsoring classes to help them convert and become "Jews-by-choice." "Now the time is ripe to move forward with the wider mission," the Reform Jewish leader said. "This is what *Outreach' was meant to be from its beginning. More than passive acceptance, it requires active pursuit. It means something more than welcoming the strangers who choose to live in our midst. WINER & CROWNOVER , P.C. In other parte of his wide-ranging address, Rabbi Schindler made these main points: On Arab-Israel peace: "What better time to take theriskfor peace than now? The status quo promised CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS only endless conflict. Occupation was corroding the Jewish and democratic character of the State. Ihe Arab powers understand that the real threat they face is not the steady achievement of Zionism but the rampaging golem of Moslem fundamentalism. "At the same time, we must speak up to make certain that the assurances given to Israel will also be 1120 First Tennessee Bank Bldg. met - not least among them the promise to end the Arab boycott. The boycott is nothing short of an act 701 Market Street of naked aggression in the economic sphere. This warfare must cease, and now! "Lastly, I would like this assembly to go on record as favoring a prompt move of the American and Chattanooga, TN 37402 Canadian embassies to Jerusalem. This act, above all others, would buttress the confidence of Israelis as they venture forth on their quest for peace." 265-0047 ' On American Jews and Israel: "For too long North American Jews have been plugged into Israel as if it were a dialysis machine that keeps them Jewishly alive. "We must absorb two contradictory lessons: that we have a worth and value as Jews independent of Israel, even while we must continue to love and support Israel. We do ourselves irreparable harm when Members of we permit our Jewishness to consist almost entirely of a vicarious participation in the life of Israel. "I am not arguing that we should diminish our involvement with Israel. I want more, not less. I am Private Companies Practice Section proud of the fact that the North American Federation of Temple Youth, the youth arm of the Reform movement, sends more young people to Israel than any other of its counterpart groupings. American Institute of Certified Public Accountants "But we dare not abandon our own central responsibility for creating a Jewish future by teaching our Page 16 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Chattanooga Life Cycles c ) Laura Trivers (Engaged to Mark Harkins Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Trivers an­ Names in the News nounce the engagement of their daugh­ ter, Miss Laura Elizabeth Trivers, to Mazel tov to: Mark Barrington Harkins, son of Mrs. Diane Gates Forbes of Cambridge, Dr. Sam and Claire Binder on the birth of their grandson, Michael England and Peter Harkins of Edward Weinberger on October 29,1993 in Chicago. Pittsboro, N.C Gary Chazen on being elected President ofthe Chattanooga Manu­ The wedding is planned to be held facturers Association. on Sunday,May 29,1994, at the Mizpah Barry Gold and Tera Coram on their upcoming marriage. Congregation. Dr. and Mrs. Michael Goodman and Family on the Bar Mitzvah of The bride-elect is the granddaugh­ their son, Jay, at Mizpah Congregation November 20,1993. ter of Dr. and Mrs. Howard Gault and Ruth A. Holmberg on being named Philanthropist ofthe Year by the late Mr. and Mrs. Ira Trivers. Miss Trivers is a graduate of Girls The Southeastern Tennessee Chapter National Society of Fund Preparatory SchoolandreceivedaB^A. Raising Executives. degree from Duke University. She was Michael Mallen on the incorporation of Superfund Guidance Asso­ presented in the 1986 Cotton Ball. She ciates, a team of environmental experts, including attorneys and is employed as a spokesperson at the Laura Trivers and Mark Harkins engineers with legal and technical experience. SGA can find, as­ Department of Agriculture and is a semble and supervise legal counsel and environmental engineers to member of the Mizpah Congregation. help companies faced with environmentally oriented legal concerns. Mr. Harkins received a B.A. degree with honors from Swarthmore College Ellie Miller, who was selected to bean Editor oUhePeriaktoi, the where he was student body president. He is employed as a professional staff member of the House of Representatives' Science Committee. Fine Arts publication at Baylor School. Rachel Miller on being cast in the role of Farancis Crachitt in the Anita Katz Weds Ross Peiser Chattanooga Little Theater's production of "A Christmas Carol." Diane and Charles Siskin on the engagement of their daughter, Anita Sandra Katz joined Ross Brook, to Bob Nebel. Elliott Peiser under the chuppah on Sunday, October 17th at five o'clock at Mr. and Mrs. Tom Trivers on the engagement of their daughter, Temple Beth Emeth in 'Wilmington, Laura, to Mark Harkins. Delaware with Rabbi Peter Dr. and Mrs. Larry Young and family on the Bat Miizvah of their Grumbacher of Wilmington, Rabbi daughter, Traci, at B'nai Zion Synagogue on November 27th. Ronald Roth of Nashville, TN and Condolences to: Cantor Beth Weiner of Baltimore, MD officiating. Warren and Donna White-Dropkin on the passing of his mother, The bride is the daughter of Dr. Blanche Dropkin. and Mrs. Manfred Katz of Wilmington, Shiela Kaufman on the recent death ofher mother, Esther Tepper. Delaware and the granddaughter of Harriet Ruderman on the death ofher father, Philip Krosin. Mr. Gunther Erlich and the late Mrs. Bertha Siegal and family on the recent death ofher son-in-law Jerry Ehrlich of New York City and the late Rosenberg. Mr. and Mrs. Karl Katz of Stillwater, Oklahoma. The groom is the son of Deaths: Mr. and Mrs. Jerald Peiser of Nash­ Henry Greenberg of Chattanooga, died Thursday, October 21,1993 ville, TN and the grandson of Mrs. Anita & Ross Peiser at his home. A native of Atlanta, he was a 50-year resident of Harold Peiser and the late Mr. Harold Chattanooga and owned the Central Loan Co. for 47 years before Peiser of Nashville and the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dubrow of Chattanooga. retiring. He was a member ofthe Masonic Lodge No. 0430, Temple Longtime friend, Mrs. Tina Buck, was the matron of honor. The bridesmaids Lodge F&AM,32nd Scottish Rite,theAlhambraTemple,B'nai Zion were the bride's cousin, Ms. Hannah Ehrlich and close friends, Ms. Jennifer Gise Synagogue and the Jewish Federation. He was the brother ofthe late and Mrs. Bonnie Scothorn. Miss Kira Schmiedl, the groom's second cousin, was the flowergirl . The groom's brother, Mr. Howell Peiser, served as the best man. Jenny Hudson and Yetta Rogel. Survivors include his wife, Sara The bride's brother, Mr. Dan Katz, and the groom's close friends, Dr. Daniel Kaplowitz Greenberg; two daughters, Janis Corenblum and Nicki Abrams and Mr. Dan Gehr, were the ushers*. The bride's nephews, Master Ethan Lasky; son, Paul Greenberg, all of Chattanooga; sister, Sarah Katz and Master Matthew Katz, were the ringbearers. Chuppah holders were Mr. Danneman, Atlanta; nine grandchildren. Services were held Sun­ Harold Katz and Mr. Carl Katz, the bride's brothers, with her uncle, Mr. Max Katz day, October 24 in the funeral home chapel with burial in the B'nai and Mr. Eugene Peiser, the groom's uncle. The guest book attendants were Ms. Zion Cemetery. Rabbi Richard Sherwin officiated. Memorial Nancy Dubrow, the groom's aunt, and Mrs. BlytheKatz, the bride's sister-in-law. contributions may be made to the Muscular Distrophy Association. The bride received her Bachelor of Science in the health sciences from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VAand her Master of Science in Nursing Sydney Lang of Chattanooga, died Friday October 22,1993 at his from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. The groom received his Bachelor home. Hewas81. He was precededin death byhiswife,HelenLang. of Science in human development and political science from Vanderbilt Univer­ Survivors include two daughters, Eileen Lang, Chattanooga, and sity. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Peiser are residing in Chattanooga, TN Where she is a Darryl Lang, Columbus, Ohio; two grandchildren, Stacy Lang, nurse at Eastridge Hospital and he is the Judaic Skills Coordinator at B'nai Zion Chattanooga, and Corin Droll, Columbus; several nieces & nephews. Synagogue. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga. Please share your simchas andlifecycle events with the Leon Ancona of Chattanooga died October 29, 1993 in a local hospital. A World War II veteran, Mr. Ancona was an investment community by sending them to: broker for 16 years. Survivors include his wife, Trudi Ancona. The The Shofar, P.O. .Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN3742L funeral was held November 1,1993 in New York. The deadline is the 10th of each month. The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 17 Letters to the Editor The Jewish Community C 3 Federation of Greater Re: The Joelle Hankin Article Chattanooga invites I make reference to your article on pages 8 and 9 of the November, 1993 everyone age 55+ to join Shofar. The cause for this note is that I noted that Mrs. Hankin lived in Bone, Algeria. During April, May and June 1943 the USS PT 207, which I was captain its newest group of and part of Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 15, operated from Bone. I never knew that any Jews were present in Bone as we never had any contact with the local TheChai populace, except for the occasional Arab who would wander into the harbor area. You may pass my address and phone number to the Hankins if they would like to Steppers contact me. Sincerely, for a Fred W.Rosen Re: Our Center Chanukah Lunch The other night I was awakened with a bad dream. I was told - the Jewish Center was sold. Monday, December 13,1993 Shame on you - shame on me this may happen to be, 12 noon a most beautiful structure, a lot of acres - a pool - and land. at the Jewish Community Center Some day it will be in strangers hands. For many years the Center was the beacon of the town, now nobody is Cost: $3 around. RSVP: 894-1317 by Friday, Dec. 10th Many days I swam in the pool alone - no one appeared or gone. Let's look on the brighter side - we are fortunate to have Lou Solomon be our For more information call: guide. Marcy Goldstein-PeUegrino at the Federation Office. Let's listen to him positively we must return to the Center collectively. Remember - The Center must be a culture house for young and adult to be - *Below is Al Rhodes revised poem. where our children and grandchildren must feel free. The Survival of Judaism Sincerely yours, > LanyLevy Whisperings Revealed from the Lord

Second Thoughts <^pBW8pN* It was only yesterday A world of apparent matter In psychology, I was informed that language is the way we construct the world our Mothers that enslaves our minds around us. I also believe, that like so much else in our lives, we tend to create Sarah, Rachel and Leah but thanks to the eyes of God habitual patterns, language included. This makes our world less problematic. We gave birth to a faith handed to the soul of women have that much less to think about. and have not ceased our Earth is neatly wrapped On a personal level, I found myself deeply wrapped up in this process of habit. to inspire us. with caring, loving hands It stood out starkly, after writing what I considered a fairly good poem. The title Perceptive Rebecca was, "SurvivalofJudaism" and it was published in the October '93 Shofar. Ithad striving to preserve to do with the role of women in the act of Jewish survival. In Yiddish there is a served as the eyes an essence of a value term, "Momma Loshen" or Mother Tongue. It came about naturally since the of a failing Isaac. so very precious and delicate children learned, as most of us did, from the voice of our mothers. Eyes close to a God surviving fierce storms When I reread my poem in the Shofar, I realized my guilt in having delivered that watches over women. for the sake of humanity two messages. One, the major theme, which praised the Jewish Mother. The Eyes that take on a life that must be preserved second, borrowed from the Siddur, which reads, "The Lord shall be King over allall of its own. for that time when the SpiritofLove the Earth: In that day shall the Lord be One, and His Name One." That would implA sensey beyond senses— shall encircle the globe. that the Lord would have to be male. In that day shall the earth be blessed In the eyes of the male species, I assume, that's the way it should be. From a a Knowingnessfew men possess. female point of view, which I never considered, I was definitely sexist. The Lord An awareness suckled in the arms as King and His Name One. I have repeated that statement innumerable times, of a goal, a destiny. of that nurturing one. to the point of my considering it a habit. It sounded so natural, that I used it as A dream worked into reality. Are we then also saying that my poem's final statement. this too is the gentle hand of God? To the Ladies, for whom this was written, I owe you my apologies. To set it right, I have rewritten the poem in a vein that pays full tribute where tribute is due. Al Rhodes 10/1/93 I am sure, at this point, that I am forgiven. Thanks. Al Rhodes Community Chanukah Celebration • Sunday Morning, December 12th at 11:15 A.M. * Latkes and Fixin's Sponsored by * Following the Concert at B'nai Zion Synagogue The Cultural Arts Council of the Jewish Community Federation, •Adults: $3.50 Kids Eat Free featuring the musical group * RSVP to Bnai Zion by B'nai Zion Religious School and Mizpah Religious School I W0d.Dec.Bth: 894-8900 Tevyeh The concert is free and open to the entire Jewish Community. Page 18 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 ^ UJA National Missions Calendar £&£ Winter 1993 - Summer 1994

Dec. 19-30 National Winter Singles (25-35) Mission April 4-15 Women's Division Spring Mission Cost = $2,150 includes a $167 subsidy from UJA April 5-15 King David Dor L'Dor Mission Suggested Minimum Gift $500 The King David Dor L'Dor Mission was developed as part ofthe effort to Two full days in sunny Eilat! That's what participants on Winter Singles can create an affinity group amongst $25,000 and over contributors. Contribu­ look forward to in addition to bustling Tel Aviv, tranquil Tiberias and tors are encouraged to bring their adult children with them. The mission magnificent Jerusalem. While exploring Israel off the beaten track, we'll itinerary spans from the Holocaust to rebirth. Pre-mission highlights focus on the issues that face Israel today through unique interactions with include participating in the National March for the Living in Poland. In Israeli peers, both natives and olim. History, culture, security, education, Israel, participants will commemorate Yom Ha Zikaron, Memorial Day, Judaism in the Jewish State, experience it all and have a great time to boot! and Yom Ha Atzmaut, Independence Day. The mission will end on the shores ofthe Red Sea to afford sun-seekers the May 1-11 Homecoming III Mission opportunity to extend their stay, and their tan, on Eilat's beautiful beaches. Cost = $2,499 December 22-31 National Winter Family Mission Suggested Minimum Gift $1,000 Subsidy Available Cost: Based on Family Breakdown This mission will soak in the sunshine in Tel Aviv, Haifa, Tiberias, and No suggested minimum gift Jerusalem, while exploring our Jewish roots, meeting both veteran Israelis This family mission takes advantage ofthe vacation break that many parents and new olim, and seeing our UJA dollars at work. and children have in the winter. It is geared for 3 generations of a family- May 22-June 1 Young Couples Mission parents, grandparents and children exploring Israel together. Bonds be­ June 12-22 Southeast Family Mission tween family members grow stronger and warmer as you share the enriching experience of learning about our common heritage. We are looking into Suggested Minimum Gift $1,000 offering the Bar/Bat Mitzvah child a free trip when rooming with 2 adults, A mission for all generations emphasizing the Jewish Family and its exact details to follow. connection to Israel. We are offering the Bar/Bat Mitzvah child a freetri p when rooming with 2 adults. Exact details to follow. Bar/Bat Mitzvah December 26- National Student Leadership Mission celebrations are highlighted. This mission is subsidized for those adults Jan. 4,1994 making a $1,000 minimum gift to the 1994 campaign. The National Student Leadership Mission takes over 100 UJA student Junel9-29 National Summer Family Mission I chairpeople to Israel every year, overwinter break. These students come to June 26-July 6 National Summer Family Mission II Israel to learn about UJA and develop their leadership skills. Students have July 3-13 National Summer Family Mission III the opportunity to meet with new immigrants and prominent Israelis to August 14-24 National Summer Family Mission IV discuss politics, business and education. Together, students from all over the United States see Israel's history, sense its rich traditions and establish life Cost based on family breakdown long friendships while learning about the organized Jewish community. Pre- No Suggested Minimum Gift UJA has created a series of special missions that enable three generations mission to Poland, leaving December 23, is available at additional cost of a family - parents, grandparents and children - to explore Israel Dec. 28- Dor Hemshech - The Next Generation together. Bonds betweenfamily members grow stronger and warmer as you Jan. 7,1994 Nat'l Young Adult Outreach Mission (Ages 21-27) share the enriching experience of learning about our common heritage, Cost m $1,994 No Suggested Minimum Gift Bar/Bat Mitzvah child will be free. This first-time ever outreach mission is geared towards the post-college June 26-July 5 Singles Over 35 Mission generation, ages 21-27. Experience Israel at its best and welcome in the New Cost = $1,355 Single Supplement $235 Year with fun-loving mission participants. Suggested Minimum Gift $500 Subsidy Available January 19-27, Ambassador Mission This 10-day mission toIsrae l has been created toaddres s the demands and Minimum Suggested Gift $5,000 special concerns of this age (35-45 years old) group. This group represents Cost = $2,250 - subsidy available a segment of our Jewish population whose involvement can have a signifi­ This mission is geared towards people who have been on a UJA Mission cant and positive impact on our UJA Federation Campaigns. Mission before and who can act as Ambassadors to further our connection with Israel, highlights include meeting with Israelis of similar age, and a special We will begin the first few days in Eilat and finish in Jerusalem. As part of reception at the Israel Museum and meeting with Knesset members. this unique itinerary we will explore parts of Israel and Jewish Agency July 3-14 National Hatikvah Summer Singles Mission I activities that are not commonly seen on UJA missions. July 24-August 4 National Hatikvah Summer Singles Mission II March 6-16 National Physicians & DentistsMission II UJA has created two Singles Missions for young, single men and women "In the Footsteps of Maimonides" Mission II between the ages of 25 and 35. The missions give participants an extraor­ Cost = $2,499 Single Supplement $ 495 dinary opportunity to develop long lasting friendships with peers from Suggested Minimum Gift $1,000 Subsidy Available across the U.S. and Israel. Participants will learn first hand about Israel "In the Footsteps of Maimonides" is an opportunity for physicians, dentists, through their meetings with Israelis, teachers, soldiers, lawyers, builders, and their spouses, to see Israel through the eyes of her people, visit col­ students, desert farmers and government officials. leagues, meet Israeli leaders, and truly experience the spirit of Israel. August 21-26 Prime Minister's Mission March 6-16 Homecoming Mission Southeast Region Suggested Minimum Gift: $1,000 'All mission participants will be solicited. This ten day mission to Israel will promote community building and 'Subsidy is available on applicable campaign enhancement opportunity offering first timers a taste of many missions if suggested gift level is met Israeli "delicacies," as well as special programming for those who have been 'Costs based on double occupancy. to Israel before. 'AH information is subject to change. Mar. 23-Apr. 4 Passover Family Mission 1994 For more information, please contact Jay Wiston, For the first time we are offering a family mission during the Passover Missions Chair, at 855-0001 or Lou Solomon at holiday. Celebrate the seders with your family in Eretz Israel. Explore Israel through the words of the Haggadah. 894-1317. {This year in Jerusalem! 3 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Page 19

Organizational News We fre Putting Our Money I Where Our Vision Is! Hadassah News by Judy Sachsman At this time of the year of Thanksgiving, we at Hadassah give thanks. Our fall has started off with a fascinating presentation in honor of Breast Awareness Month by Dr. Jeanne Scanland, an expert on breast reconstruction, and Martha Higgins, a representative of Why Me, a survivor group. Anyone who was not able to attend the meeting and would be interested in receiving a Breast Self Aware­ ness card, call Judy at 265-8050 and she will make sure you receive one. For all women, Hadassah members and others, every month should be National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Our Chanukah "thanks" celebration takes place on December 14,19:30, at the JCC, with an assortment of games from bridge to maj jong to dominos, Hadassah is giving 250 of our children a The name you enter below of a 15-18- organized by Virginia Frogel. This is a brown bag lunch affair with Hadassah $1,000 grant toward the cost of a 6-week vear old, whose mother is a member of Young Judaea Summer-in-israei program Hadassah, will then be entered into the providing Chanukah treats and coffee. Members should be receiving "reminder" in 1994!* National Lottery from which 250 recipients phone calls, thanks to our new phone calling system. Special thanks to Lisa will be selected. All of the entries must be We're giving something for something, received by November 15, 1993. The Harrison who is organizing this phone system. in the belief that these young people drawing will be held on January 13,1994. Thanks to all our members, new and old, starting to plan for the Dr. Debra will bond forever with the land and Lipstadt book discussion in January and a March 6 surprise guest donor. Come, people of Israel and Jews everywhere. We're talking $1,000! * Machon (Young Judaea's leadership progra We're talking your child! join our meetings and say your own special thanks in your own special way. All together! Thanks to y'all! YOUNG JUDAEA 11 ^JJ&#&&'A * GRANTS PROGRAM SPONSORED BY HADASSAH In Between Club News by Ida Gault 50 West 58th Street, New York, N.Y. 10019 (212) 247-9235 FAX (212) 247-9240 Please enter the name of . *TTeen in the National Lottery for a $1,000 grant for a 1994 Young Judaea Summer-in- Our October meeting was a trip to Stone Mountain. The van was Israel program £7 Machon (Young Judaea leadership) f~J Israel Discovery). Outreach full and we stopped for brunch in Atlanta, where we had matzo-ball He/she is_ _yearsold. lamhis/her__ ^(relationship). HDevoted to His/her address/phone number _ soup, corned beef, lox, etc. You name it, we had it. lAction From there, we proceeded to Stone Mountain where we viewed the Your Hadassah Investment in Tomorrow! carvings on the face ofthe mountain. This work shows the carving of General Robert E. Lee, President Jefferson Davis and General Stone­ wall Jackson. This work was started by Gutzon Borglund, who did the Deadline for the January Shofar: famous carvings ofthe Presidents in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Friday, December 10th. Some of our group felt very brave and took the cable car to the top of the mountain (and back). It was a beautiful day and we all enjoyed Stone Mountain Park. On the way home we stopped at the famous International Farmers Market and did some shopping. We saw some types of produce and spices that we cannot get here in Chattanooga. The ^/SHOFAR We also saw tanks of water filled with live fish swimming around. Our next meeting will be in the Adult Lounge of the Jewish Community Center on Sunday, December 19, from 4:00 P.M. until Published 10 times a year by the Jewish Community Federation of 7:00. Our speaker will be Ross Peiser, the B'nai Zion Judaic Skills Greater Chattanooga, located at the Jewish Community Center. The Coordinator. It will be a post-Chanukah meeting and all are asked to mailing address is: P.O. Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN 37414. bring a dairy covered dish. ^^ Pris Siskin, President Tom us for a casual afternoon of fun, food, spirits, and friendship Louis B. Solomon, Executive Director at Birmingham fs Marlene P. Solomon, Editor Editorial Board Last Singles Party of the Year Miriam Levine, Chair Steven Prigohzy for Southeast Jewish Singles (21-38) Irven Resnick Gerry Sadow Robert H. Siskin A. Steven Ulin Sunday, December 12th Reporters: &&L 2 P.M. to 6 P.M. ANL Ruth Jaffe, Mizpah Harold Shapiro, Both Sholom ^B^ at Cobb Lane Restaurant ^sr Judi Spector, Young Judaea Millie Lander, B'nai Zion Cobb Lane Restaurant is located in Birmingham s historic Typist: Andrea G. Strom Southside, at the corner of Cobb Lane and 20th Street South, down the hill from the Vulcan Park Statue (205) 933-0462. The SHOFAR is mailed at no charge to members of the Jewish Community Federation of Greater Chattanooga. Additional subscriptions are available at $25 a year. For more information call: All submissions must reach the Federation office by the 10th of the Ronni Kayne (205) 995-0147 Rusty Radwin (205) 967-3880 month to be included in the next month's issue. Ail letters must be Debbie Victor (205) 739-2835 Keith Graber (205) 980-0165 signed to be considered for publication. The viewsand opinions expressed in guest editorials and in the letters Sponsored by the Birmingham Jewish Singles and column are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the the Birmingham Jewish Community Center. ^J Federation or of the editorial staff of this newspaper. Page 20 The SHOFAR, December, 1993 Chanukah Greetings

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