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Shabbat, May 18 and 19, 2018 / 5 Sivan 5778

Parashat Bemidbar / 49th Day of the Omer

שׂ�אוּ אֶת־�אשׁ כָּל־עֲדַת בְּנֵֽי־י�שׂ��אֵל לְמִשׁ�פְּחֹתָם לְבֵית אֲבֹתָם

“Take a census of the whole Israelite company by the clans of its ancestral houses." (Numbers 1:2)

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ברוכים וברוכות הבאים לקהילת בית שמחת תורה! קהילת בית שמחת תורה מקיימת קשר רב שנים ועמוק עם ישראל, עם הבית הפתוח בירושלים לגאווה ולסובלנות ועם הקהילה הגאה בישראל. אנחנו מזמינים אתכם\ן לגלוּת יהדוּת ליבראלית גם בישראל! מצאו את המידע על קהילות רפורמיות המזמינות אתכם\ן לחגוג את סיפור החיים שלכן\ם בפלאיירים בכניסה. לפרטים נוספים ניתן לפנות לרב נועה סתת [email protected]

2 MAY 18, 2018 / 5 SIVAN PARASHAT BEMIDBAR/49TH DAY OF THE OMER הֲכָנַת הַלֵּב OPENING PRAYERS AND MEDITATIONS (Mah Tovu Danny Maseng (Born 1950 מַה טֹּבוּ 28 Candle Blessings Abraham Wolf Binder הַדְלָקַת נֵרוֹת שׁ�ל 38 *(1895-1967) שׁ�בָּת *(Shalom Aleichem Israel Goldfarb (1879-1956 שׁ�לוֹם עֲלֵיכֶם 40 קַבָּלַת שׁ�בָּת KABBALAT SHABBAT / WELCOMING SHABBAT *(L’chu N’ran’nah Jordan Franzel (Born 1969 לְכוּ נְ�נְּנָה 52 (Psalm 95) (תהלים צה) Yism’chu י�שׂ�מְחוּ הַשּׁ�מַי�ם 52 Chassidic* (Hashamayim (Psalm 96 (תהלים צו) Mizmor L’David Yiddish Melody מִזְמוֹר לְדָו�ד 62 *(Psalm 29) (Shnirele Perele) (תהלים כט) *(L'chah Dodi Aaron Bensoussan (Born 1954 לְכָה דוֹדִי 66 (Shlomo Alkabetz) Shlomo Carlebach (1926-1994)* Mizmor Shir Debbie Friedman מִזְמוֹר שׁ�יר 72 *(Psalm 92) (1951-2011) (תהלים צב) מַעֲ �יב MA’ARIV / THE EVENING SERVICE Bar’chu Nusach בָּ�כוּ 78 Hama’ariv Aravim Nusach הַמַּעֲ �יב עֲ �בִים 80 *(Ahavat Olam Eric Mandell (1903-1988 אַהֲבַת עוֹלָם 86 (Sh’ma Yisrael Salomon Sulzer (1804-1890 שׁ�מַע י�שׂ��אֵל 88 (V’ahavta Torah Cantillation (Trop ו�אָהַבְתָּ 89 *Mi Chamocha Debbie Friedman מִי כָמֹֽכָה 94 *(Hashkiveinu Yoshi Zweiback (Born 1969 הַשׁ�כִּיבֵֽנוּ & 98 Program *(V’shamru Moshe Rothblum (Born 1944 ו�שׁ�מְרוּ 102 Chatsi Kaddish Nusach חֲ צ ִי קַ דִּ ישׁ 104 Silent Amidah עֲ מִ ידָ ה 106 (Shalom Rav Robbie Solomon (Born 1947 שׁ�לוֹם �ב 116 *(Oseh Shalom Nurit Hirsch (Born 1942 עֹשׂ�ה שׁ�לוֹם 118 Prayer for Healing תְּפִלָּה לִ�פוּאָה 130 Prayer for our Country תְּפִלָּה לַמְּדִינָה Program Kaddish Shalem Nusach קַדִּישׁ שׁ�לֵם 138

3 GUEST SPEAKER: ERIC WARD *(Aleinu Salomon Sulzer (1804-1890 עָלֵֽינוּ 140 Counting of the Omer סְפִי�ת הָעוֹמֶר 228 Mourner’s Kaddish קַ דִּ ישׁ י�תוֹם 150 *Koyekh Yiddish Folk כח Program

COMPOSER FEATURE CANTOR ROBERT SOLOMON is known internationally as a composer of Jewish choral works and synagogue repertoire. His stirring anthem Leaving Mother Russia, written in 1979, became the rallying cry of the Soviet Jewry movement and established him as a musical interpreter of Jewish conscience. His music strives to bring the voice of the congregation into the prayers, mixing the familiar with the new. He also is well known as a performer and songwriter with the popular Jewish music group Safam. Cantor Solomon served as Cantor at Baltimore Hebrew Congregation from 2008 to 2017 and currently serves as the congregation’s Cantor Emeritus.

TONIGHT’S SERVICE LEADERS Service Leader: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg, Steven M. Fruh-Paul L. Marsolini Cantorial Position and Julie Levinsohn Aarlev Music Director and Pianist: Joyce Rosenzweig Guest Speaker: Eric Ward, Executive Director, Western States Center

Confronting Anti-Semitism in the Age of White Nationalism with Guest Speaker Eric Ward Tonight, during and after services, 130 West 30th Street Public acts of anti-Semitism are on the rise across the country, and they’re directly linked to the rise of white nationalism. In order to understand the threat posed by white nationalism, we need to examine its anti-Semitic roots. Eric K. Ward, Executive Director of Western States Center and a leading expert in the connections between anti-Semitism and white nationalism, will explore how these twin phenomena are shaping America today and why they are so dangerous to achieving an inclusive democracy. After the Oneg, we will regroup in the Sanctuary as Eric Ward and Rabbi Kleinbaum further delve into these issues.

הַשׁ�כִּיבֵֽנוּ / Hashkiveinu Lyrics: Yoshi Zweiback

Shelter us beneath Your wings, O Adonai. Guard us from all harmful things, O Adonai. Keep us safe throughout the night, Till we wake with morning’s light. Teach us, God, wrong from right. Amen.

כח/ Koyekh/Strength וואָלט איך געהאַט כח ,If I had the strength Volt ikh gehat koyech וואָלט איך געלאָפן אין די גאַסן ,I would run through the Volt ikh geloyfn in di gasn streets Un geshrign: Tsedek! און געשריגן: צדק, !And shout: Justice, Tsedek, Tsedek, Tsedek צדק, צדק, צדק! !justice, justice

In the longstanding, meaningful tradition of High Holy Day giving that sustains our community, consider the 2018: Annual Appeal, Open Door, Yizkor Appeal, and support for Social Justice, Jewish Learning and Music at CBST. You may now contribute online at cbst.org or contact Ann at [email protected] or 212-929-9498 x 814.

Membership: You are warmly invited to become part of this vibrant community. Pick up a form in the Sheffer Family Lobby; visit cbst.org; or contact Ann: 212-929-9498 x 814 or [email protected].

5 PRAYER for OUR COUNTRY אלוהינו ואלוהי אבותנו ואמותינו. ברך את ארצנו ואת כל ,Our God and God of our ancestors היושבות והיושבים בה .bless this country and all who dwell within it Help us to experience the blessings יחד לבבנו להודות לך על חיינו ועל הזמן הזה ,of our lives and circumstances להיות דרוכות, אמיצים, ומלאי חמלה. .To be vigilant, compassionate, and brave חזקנו וחזק ידנו כאשר אנו אחוזים בפחד ,Strengthen us when we are afraid סייע בידינו לנתב את כעסנו לידי מעשה ,Help us to channel our anger So that it motivates us to action. חזק לבבנו לחוש את מלוא הפחד שלנו ,Help us to feel our fear כדי שלא נהפוך לאדישות .So that we do not become numb סייע לנו להשפיע נדיבות על אחרים כדי שנרים זה את זו . ,Help us to be generous with others סייע לנו להיות צנועות בפחד, כדי שנדע כי גם כשאנו מרגישים .So that we raise each other up פגיעות, יש אחרות, הנמצאות בסיכון גבוה אף יותר, זוהי חובתנו ,Help us to be humble in our fear knowing that as vulnerable as we feel, הקדושה להיות עמן. there are those at greater risk, and ברכנו בטעם המתוק של החופש .that it is our holy work to stand with them כדי שנשכיל להעריך את החופש לו זכינו בדורות קודמים ובעת הזו ,Help us to taste the sweetness of liberty לרפא ולחזק את הדמוקרטיה שלנו שתהיה כְּעֵץ שׁ�תוּל עַל-מַי�ם, To not take for granted the freedoms won in generations past or in recent days. ו�עַל-יוּבַל י�שׁ�לַּח שׁ��שׁ�יו, ו�א י��אֶה כִּי-י�בֹא חֹם, ו�הָי�ה עָלֵהוּ �עֲנָן; ,To heal and nourish our democracy (ירמיהו יז, ח) that it may be like a tree planted by the water whose roots reach down to the stream; it need not fear drought when it comes, שכינה, אם כל חי, .(its leaves are always green (Jeremiah 17:8 שלחי אורך ואמתך למנהיגנו ,Source of all Life Guide our leaders with righteousness, חזקי לבבותיהם שלא יתקשו ,Strengthen their hearts שישתמשו בכוחן כדי לדבר אמת ולפעול בצדק (ישעיהו טז, ג-ה) .but keep them from hardening מי יתן וכל יושבי הארץ יחלקו בעושרה, ישגשגו בחופש שתציע, That they may use their influence and authority to ויהיו מוגנים בחוקיה .(speak truth and act for justice (Isaiah 16:3-5 May all who dwell in this country מי יתן ואומה זו תשתמש בכוחה ובעושרה על מנת לקדם צדק, ,share in its bounty, enjoy its freedoms חופש ושלום לכל יושבי תבל .and be protected by its laws מי יתן ונהיה חזקות ואמיצים May this nation use its power and wealth מי יתן ונהיה נועזים במעשי ידנו ועמוקות בחמלה שבלבנו ,to be a voice for justice peace, and equality for all who dwell on earth. שנבחין מתי עלינו להקשיב ומתי עלינו לפעול May we be strong and have courage לעקור שנאה, גזענות, שוביניזם, אפליה, אלימות בכל צורה, ,To be bold in our action and deep in our compassion To discern when we must listen and when we must act, לחגוג את צלם אלוהים בפנים שונות המשתקפות בכל המגוון ,To uproot bigotry, intolerance, misogyny, racism discrimination, and violence in all its forms, האנושי To celebrate the many faces of God reflected לקבל את הזר ואת המהגרת, ולכבד את המתנות שמביא כל מי ,in the wondrous diversity of humanity שמבקשת מקלט והזדמנות בארץ זו, כפי שהיה מאז לפני שאומה זו To welcome the stranger and the immigrant נולדה and to honor the gifts of those who seek refuge and possibility here, as they have since �ו י� גּ ַל כַּמַּי�ם, מִשׁ�פָּט; וּצְדָקָה, כְּנַחַל אֵיתָן .before this nation was born (עמוס ה כד) Let justice well up like waters, and righteousness like a mighty stream (Amos 5:24) © Rabbi Ayelet Cohen Hebrew by Rabbi Noa Sattath

6 Refuah Shlemah – Healing Prayers Alton Bader Donna Gray Barbara Flood Michael Thelma Benjamin Marilyn Greenberg Stanley Raffel Jenny Berman Josephine Kleinbaum Steve Roth Shayna Caul Connie Kurtz Sasha Soreff Norbert Fischer Ken Levinsohn Rose Wahnon Mary Goldrich If you or a CBST member you know is ill and would like support, contact [email protected]. This printed list is for those with acute illness. You may say a name aloud during the healing prayer at services. CBST’s Chesed Committee provides assistance for members who are hospitalized or recovering from illness or loss. Email [email protected]. We’re your community; we’re here for you.

Condolences to: CBST members Saul Zalkin, Cedric Walker, and Michele Zalkin on the death of their beloved uncle, Norman Levine, z"l. He died Thursday evening, May 17. He would have been 101 in June. Yortzeits 5 Sivan Through 11 Sivan Members memorialized on Wine Family Sanctuary Memorial Wall Leah Carrey Kurt Rosenbaum Martin Schaeffer Arnold Mandelbaum

Family & Friends memorialized on plaques on the Kuriel Chapel Memorial Wall Blima Buchbleter Arthur Kotick Bernice Monaco Alice Epstein Alan Levinsohn Edythe Siegel Jack Erlich Ralph Lutrin Arthur Wilensky Barbara Finn Judah Mizrahi Alvin Wolf Michael Hatoff The CBST community extends condolences to mourners among us. May God comfort you among all who mourn. We pray for peace. All are welcome to an Oneg downstairs following the service. Seating & Accessibility: CBST is committed to accessibility. At Friday night services, several spaces for someone in a wheelchair and an adjacent chair are reserved; seats are released at 6:45pm if not occupied. We are live streaming each service. If you do not wish to be in the camera’s view, please sit in the balcony. Phones and photography: Please silence your cell phones. Photos are not permitted during services. Bags and coats: Please leave your bags and coats in the coatroom. If you wish to bring them into the sanctuary, they are subject to search by security personnel. Smoking: Is not permitted within 25 feet of our front door so that smoke doesn’t drift back in. Thank you. From CBST’s Green Team: We are blessed to live in a city where rigid plastics are recyclable. Toss plastic straws, bottles, etc. in receptacles labeled “cans/bottles.” The earth & the Green Team thank you. Tonight, our thanks to: Better Events Sound Technician · CBST Set-Up Staff Jorge Loyola and Victor Reyes · CBST Members & Friends who greet everyone at services · Shabbat sponsors and donors.

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7 Ahead… Saturday, May 19, 2018 / 5 Sivan 5778 Monday, May 21, 2018 / 7 Sivan 5778 Traditional Egalitarian Minyan, 10:00am Shavuot 2 Yom Tov & Yizkor, 9:30am Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg Service Leaders: Rabbi Yael Rapport and Cooperberg- D’var Torah: David Feinberg Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Steven Philp Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg D’var Torah: CRRI Steven Philp Friday, May 25, 2018 / 12 Sivan 5778 Saturday, May 26, 2018 / 12 Sivan 5778 Kabbalat Shabbat Services, 6:30pm Liberal Minyan and Bat Mitzvah of Service Leader: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Ruthie Weinstein-Dial, 10:00am Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg Service Leaders: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum and Drashah: Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Rabbi Yael Rapport Ayalon Eliach Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg D’var Torah: Ruthie Weinstein-Dial Upcoming Events See all these events and more at www.cbst.org/events/month INTO THE NIGHT: A Contemporary Spin on Tikkun Leil Shavuot Saturday, May 19, Dusk to Dawn, 14th Street Y, 344 East 14th Street Synagogues have become essential players in interrupting narratives of hate directed toward the “strangers in our midst”—especially immigrant and Muslim communities. CBST sessions will include text studies, interactive presentations about Jewish immigration, and a sing-along featuring musical selections from Jewish immigrants. Through our track there are lots of opportunities to increase your expertise or discover something totally new! You can try some text, try some action, try a sing-a-long, or try some pickles and veggie dumplings! Admission is free and there will be programs for all levels of observance. Register: http://bit.ly/TikkunLeilShavuot2018. Monday, May 21, 2018 / 7 Sivan 5778, Shavuot 2 Yom Tov, 9:30am The CBST Office will be closed in observance of Shavuot. Yom Tov services will include Yizkor.

CBST Joins RUSA at Brighton Beach Pride Sunday, May 20, 12:00 to 2:00pm, Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn CBST is proud to support RUSA LGBT and if it fits with your Shavuot practice, we invite all New Yorkers to join the Second Brighton Beach Pride under this year’s motto, “OUT and PROUD.” CBST’s own Rabbi Kleinbaum will be speaking at the rally. More information can be found on Facebook: http://bit.ly/BBPride.

8 CBST Jewish LGBTQ 60+ Thursday, May 24, 11:00am, 130 West 30th Street Enjoy a day of music with beloved contra-bassoonist Barbara Schmutzler, lunch, a session with SAGE on Film Music We Love, and the continuation of our Jewish Thinkers series—this time focusing on Moses Mendelssohn. Register: http://bit.ly/May60Plus.

Aleinu First Fridays Nighttime Nosh Friday, June 1, around 8:15pm, 130 West 30th Street After Shabbat services enjoy a vegetarian meal. Services begin at 6:30pm – Aleinu (20s/30s) highly recommends them! We ask for a $5+ suggested donation to cover the cost of future Aleinu events. Please register in advance at: http://bit.ly/AleinuJune.

Aleinu Goes to the Queens Night Market Saturday, June 2, 6:00pm, Flushing Meadows Park Kick off the summer with Aleinu at the Queens Night Market, an outdoor market featuring local food, artists, and music. Let us know you’ll be attending—RSVP at http://bit.ly/AleinuNightMarket, and we’ll email you a few days before the event.

Celebrate Israel Parade Sunday, June 3, 10:30am, location given upon registration We will once again join our partners at the New Israel Fund in the Progressive Cluster for the Celebrate Israel Parade, representing the courageous Israelis on the ground fighting for a better Israel and the American Jews and others who share a vision of a democratic, just, progressive Israel. This is especially important in this 70th anniversary year. Register: http://bit.ly/JuneIsraelParade.

Israeli Dancing With Mitch Ginsburgh Mondays, June 18, July 23, and August 20, 7:00 to 9:00pm Learn with internationally known Israeli dance teacher and choreographer! New dancers should come ready to enjoy the best Israeli music from yesterday and today, build coordination and dance skills over time as we learn new dances and master challenges, and sweat. No dance experience is necessary. Register for the first session at: http://bit.ly/JuneDancing.

Bold Spiritual Community of Resistance and Love

Are You Registered to Vote? Make a difference! VOTE! Deadlines for the New York 2018 elections: June 1 for the June 26 Federal Primary; August 17 for the September 11 Local Primary; October 12 for the November 6 General Election. For information on how to register go to http://bit.ly/NYVote2018.

9 Volunteer with CBST’s House of Peace for Ramadan at the NYU Islamic Center Every night from Tuesday, May 15 through Thursday, June 14, 6:45-8:45pm, 238 Thompson Street During the month of Ramadan, observant Muslims keep a complete fast (food and drink) from sunrise to sunset, then share a celebratory evening meal called Iftar. CBST's House of Peace members are volunteering at the ICNYU to help prepare and serve dinner; this is a lovely way to get to know our Muslim neighbors better! Come for the study session and end-of-day prayers as the community breaks their fast. Sign up at http://bit.ly/CBSTRamadan for Tuesday, May 22 to join HOP co-chair Kristen Plylar- Moore and a CBST group, or pick a night and volunteer with a friend or two. Two more CBST dates will be announced soon! For more information or for help coordinating, contact Rabbi James at [email protected].

Free, confidential HIV testing at CBST Thurs., May 31, 5:00 – 7:00pm, 130 West 30th Street Do you know your HIV status? Maimonides wrote, “When keeping the body in health and vigor, one walks in the ways of G-d.” CBST’s Talk to Me About HIV project offers free, confidential HIV testing on-site. A project of CBST, funded by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene through Public Health Solutions.

Resistance: Calls and Cards Thursdays, 12:30 - 2:00pm at 130 West 30th Street Come for pizza to fuel your phone calls and postcard writing. Make your voice heard by exercising your right to contact your officials. Bring a cell phone and your fighting spirit!

Welcoming Visit at Islamic Center at NYU Fridays, 12:45 - 2:30pm at 238 Thompson St. Welcome worshippers to the Islamic Center at NYU’s Jummah mid-day prayer service.To participate in House of Peace, speak to Harold Levine or Kristen Plylar-Moore, or email Harold at [email protected].

CBST’s Red Ribbon Team and Rita’s Team at the AIDS Walk Sunday, May 20, 10:00am, Central Park Sign up to sponsor AIDS Walk participants. If it’s in line with your Shavuot practice, walk with us! Or register before and after Shabbat Services in the Sheffer Family Lobby or online: http://ny.aidswalk.net/CBST. Join Rita’s Team at https://ny.aidswalk.net/ritafischer.

Home of Our Own Capital Project: There are still dedication opportunities available: Skylights in the Wine Family Sanctuary; the Family & Friends Memorial Wall in the Kuriel Chapel; the Elevator; and several offices, including the Social Justice Office. The Donor Wall at CBST acknowledges donors at the $18,000, $36,000, $50,000 & $100,000+ levels. Contact Ann at 212-929-9498 x 814 or [email protected]. The Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Bobblehead Specially created for the “Bringing Vision to Life” December 4, 2017 Celebration of Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum’s 25th Anniversary at CBST, these can be purchased at http://bit.ly/RSKBobblehead.

10 Lehrhaus Adult Education Topics in Israel Studies Tuesdays, May 22, May 29, June 5, June 12, 6:30pm to 8:00pm May 22 – Geography, Maps, and Demographics of Israel taught by Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum May 29 – LGBTQ in Israel taught by Rabbi Marisa James June 5 – Israeli Cultural Divides taught by Rabbi Kleinbaum June 12 – Structure of Israeli Government taught by Rabbi Yael Rapport Registration: http://bit.ly/SpringIsrael.

Talmud Study Camp and Tuesday Night Talmud Classes Talmud Camp: July 9-12 (Monday-Thursday), 1:00pm to 4:00pm Tuesday Nights Classes: July 17, 24, and 31, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Rabbi Mike Moskowitz, CBST’s Scholar-in-Residence for Trans and Queer Jewish Studies, will lead two introductory Talmud learning opportunities that require no previous experience. Students build the scaffolding to support the experience of learning Talmud. More information and registration can be found at http://bit.ly/CBSTTalmud, or click on the event in the calendar on our website: https://cbst.org/events/month.

Children’s Education and Programs at CBST CBST is committed to a dynamic, inclusive, and multifaceted Jewish education program for our children and their families to build and strengthen a contemporary, learned, relevant, ethical, and deeply rooted sense of both Jewish and LGBTQ values and identity, reflecting our community and enabling our children to understand the diversity of the Jewish world and find their home in it.

Alef Bet Shabbat: a song-filled, kid-and-baby-focused (age 0-5, with their grown-ups) service. No registration required. Same schedule as Limmud, check www.cbst.org/events/month for details.

Limmud b’Shabbat for students in K-7th Grade: T’fillah Services for Children, Hebrew instruction, Jewish texts and core values, art, drama, music, Jewish culture and history, and LGBTQ values. Registration required.

B’nai Mitzvah for Children: Children of CBST members, under the age of 13, prepare for B’nai Mitzvah through Limmud b’Shabbat, our Children’s Education program, with CBST clergy, staff, and tutors.

Teen Track: For students in grades 8-12.

Registration: http://bit.ly/CBSTLimmud! Questions? Email Julie Seltzer at [email protected]

11 Tonight’s Oneg (Delight) Sponsored by Deluxe Oneg Rachael Monaco and Jennifer Resnick In memory of Rachael's mother, Bernice Samberg Monaco, z”l, on her 13th yorzeit. She is sorely missed each and every day. Deluxe Oneg Carol Feinman In memory of my mother Charlotte Feinman, z”l, who died May 10, 1997. Keeping the memories. CBST Clergy, Board, and Staff In honor of Eric Ward, Executive Director of Western States Center. Thank you for talking with us tonight about anti-Semitism and white nationalism. Vijay Kumar In memory of my beloved partner, Dr. Alvin Wolf, z"l, on his 7th yortzeit (Sun/Mon 7 Sivan). Thank you for all the joy you brought me over the years...You are missed dearly. Julia Ostrov To new beginnings! In honor of my niece, Chloe Jean Goodman, born May 12 to the delight of her parents and many relatives; and in honor of my friend, Noreen Dean Dresser, on the milestone of her upcoming retirement from the Army Corps of Engineers at the end of this month. I am inspired by both of you, and wish you abundant joyfulness. Adina Shanholtz To Tori, a valued member of the community on her last Shabbat (as a regular attendee) with CBST. Marni, Dori & Risa in honor of Julie Aarlev, who is Ba’alat Tefillah tonight. We love you and the music that you bring to our lives. Joel Cohen Shabbat Shalom and thank you to my family and friends for coming to New York to help celebrate my 60th birthday this weekend!!! Members of Chazak: the Red Ribbon Team at CBST To celebrate our new name and in honor of everyone joining or supporting us on the AIDS Walk this Sunday. Shabbat Flowers Sponsored by David Wine and Michael MacElhenny Carol Feinman In memory of my mother Charlotte Feinman, z”l, who died May 10, 1997. Keeping the memories.

Senior Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, D.D. Rabbi Yael Rooks Rapport ASSISTANT RABBI Cantor Steve Zeidenberg 130 West 30th Street Steven M. Fruh-Paul L. Marsolini Cantorial Position New York, NY 10001 Joyce Rosenzweig Music Director (212) 929-9498 cbst.org Rabbi Marisa Elana James DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL JUSTICE PROGRAMMING facebook.com/BeitSimchatTorah Gregg H. Passin PRESIDENT twitter.com/CBST Yolanda Potasinski EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR