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By BARBARA DAB dent is still under investigation. This latest incident came amidst ashville’s Holocaust Memorial, the ongoing nationwide protests sparked Nwhich is on the grounds of the by the murder of George Floyd by Gordon Jewish Community Center, was Minneapolis police. And it raises ques- defaced by a banner strewn with antise- tions about whether some of the pro- mitic language in mid-June. The act testers involved are using this moment stunned the local Jewish community and to lash out at the Jewish community, as leaders responded immediately to both well. David Hoffman, Associate Regional denounce the incident and to affirm the Director of the Anti-Defamation League Gordon JCC’s commitment to the safety Southeast, says it is a possibility. “While and security of the center’s grounds. A we are not sure, we are seeing white letter to the community by both Gordon supremacists in the same sphere at the JCC Executive Director Leslie Sax, and rallies. This type of thing often shows Board Chairman Raymond Jacobs, reads up during times of racial unrest,” he says. in part, “We condemn such bigotry and Hoffman also says acts such as this one are violence, which has no place in Nashville part of a trend. He reports that 2019 saw or anywhere in America. We are working the highest number of reported incidents with local authorities in their investiga- of antisemitism in the entire reporting tion, and the Jewish community security history of the ADL. He cites some of network was immediately informed of this the primary reasons as what he calls, “A incident. We are fortunate to have an hyper-politicized moment where people excellent security team in place to protect are spewing hate from school cafeterias to Rabbi Joshua Kullock leads members of West End Synagogue in evening Minyan after us.” Sax adds that at this time, the inci- Continued on page 4 people hung antisemitic banner Representative Harold Love Delivers Message of Hope at Juneteenth Gathering at The Temple By BARBARA DAB Love began by speaking about his own parents, both of whom dedicated elivering a message that was at times themselves to public service. His father, Dfiery and at other times deeply per- Harold Love, Sr., was a city councilman sonal, State Rep. Harold Love, Jr. shared for Nashville, followed by a long ten- his family’s story in Tennessee that ure in the state legislature. His moth- began with enslavement but developed er, Mary Love, was an administrator at into a legacy of leadership. Standing Tennessee State University for many masked and socially distant, Love gave years. And Love says that while the his remarks at The Temple to lay leader- current political system is a good one, ship and an inter-denominational group it is time to consider the racism that he of local clergy. Rabbi Mark Schiftan says is woven into the country’s found- of The Temple said it was one of four ing documents. “From the beginning, engagements the congregation had with the Constitution contains policies that the local black community last month devalue black people,” he said. He to address what he said is systemic rac- cited the, “Three-Fifths Compromise,” ism. Love’s speech marked Juneteenth, which was proposed and agreed upon at the day celebrating the freedom of all the Constitutional Convention. Article people who were enslaved in the United One of the Constitution outlined the States. Although the Emancipation makeup of Congress as being determined Proclamation outlawed slavery in 1863, it by population, with blacks counting took two more years before enforcement as three-fifths of a person compared to of the law reached the state of Texas and whites who each count as a whole person. on June 19, 1865, everyone enslaved The amendment was later superseded by there were freed. Rabbi Mark Schiftan of The Temple welcomes State Representative Harold Love on Continued on page 4 Juneteenth

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WWW.JEWISHNASHVILLE.ORG lic display—from the disproportionate violence -and the anti-Semites using rate of COVID-19 deaths to the perva- the mayhem as an excuse to vandalize sive racism in many areas of public life. Synagogues- is important to state, but We believe that every person and hopefully already obvious to all of you. Editor’s Note institution must assume responsibility to So instead of regurgitating the worn create a more equitable and just society. platitudes and overused clichés about liv- By BARBARA DAB to cover these types of events and keep Jewish tradition forbids us to remain ing together in peace, just to prove my up with the 24 hour news cycle. But silent in the face of racial injustice. “Do relevance as a sermonizing Rabbi, I will do hese last weeks have been difficult it is also impossible to ignore the pain not stand idly by while your neighbor’s something brutally honest (and perhaps Tones for our country. The murder experienced by our Black friends, neigh- blood is shed.” (Leviticus 19:16). dangerous). I will step outside of myself of George Floyd at the hands of the bors, colleagues and loved ones. Some We know that these three recent and objectively ask myself the hard ques- Minneapolis police sparked nationwide of Nashville’s clergy sent letters to their murders, and so many others, have caused tions that would be easier to ignore. Do I protests. Some have turned violent and congregations offering words of spiritual acute pain in the Black community, in know what it feels like to be a black man some have been a peaceful, yet a passion- guidance, comfort and learning. In this the Black Jewish community, and among in America? Can I imagine what it’s like ate cry for sweeping police reforms that issue of The Observer, we are sharing many in our broader American society. to jog around the neighborhood or drive address continuing systemic racism. As some of those letters as a reflection of our We must acknowledge this pain and around town late at night only to get sus- a monthly publication, it is challenging community’s solidarity and support. • respond in every way we can. picious looks or be stopped by the police? So what can we do? Many of you are Yes, as Jews we have all suffered some asking, and we love that you are: form of antisemitism and prejudice in our We cannot legislate our way through lives. Yes, many innocent Jews have died, this. The Civil Rights Act was passed just for the crime of being Jewish. We know nearly 60 years ago, and this is still very well what it’s like to be the victims Letters as a reflection where we are. We believe that the only of senseless murders and terror attacks by way through this will be by relation- people who despise us. But being honest, ship. And those relationships start here, does that give me the perspective of a Living and Dying While on an entire world, his entire world, and at Congregation Micah, with us com- black man? Do our millennia of suffering Black in America on ours, as Jews, as well. ing together, even virtually, and talking naturally make us more sensitive to the about the ways in which, either actively discrimination of others who don’t look, or Rabbi Mark Schiftan or passively, contribute to or support behave, like us? No, it doesn’t. he same Talmud that teaches us: Rabbi Shana Mackler “One who saves a single life, saves racist policies and structures in our soci- Naturally we prefer to see the world T Rabbi Michael Shulman ety. Through our book read of Dr. through our own lens. Naturally we grav- an entire world” is the same Jewish text Cantor Tracy Fishbein that instructs us that “One who destroys a Ibram Kendi’s How to Be An Anti-racist itate towards familiarity; we connect with single life, destroys an entire world.” beginning in July, to our town hall next people who look like us, think like us The inexcusable brutality and killing The Temple’s Response Thursday June 11th on Race in America, and behave like us. Some sadly become we welcome you to the safe space that is uncomfortable when encountering some- of another African American man in to Violent Protest… custody begs our nation to confront its Micah to share, to learn, and together, to one different than them. But an essential move the needle. We call on each mem- message of our Torah is that we must injustices and racism. ll of us were shaken by the disturb- As Jews, as human beings, as mem- ber of the Micah community to respond learn to transcend our natural tenden- Aing images we witnessed this past to this moment of crisis by taking action cies, to overcome our inherent shortcom- bers of the clergy, we mourn with the Saturday night of angry mobs let loose entire African-American community to build a more just world. ings, and to view the world as G-d sees it. on the streets of downtown Nashville. To Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel This is true for every part of our world over the destruction, the slaughter and see our City Hall attacked and ablaze was the torture of George Floyd at the hands reminds us pointedly that “morally speak- view. It is true for seeing the potential of troubling and traumatic. ing, there is no limit to the concern one holiness in the food we eat, or the poten- of officers of the law in Minneapolis. As members of a historically oppressed The damning footage of officers, must feel for the suffering of human tial of kindness in the money we use for minority, we Jews know the acts of injus- beings, that indifference to evil is worse charity. It is true for how we study the entrusted to protect communities, turn- tice that can come upon us by others, even ing instead to unnecessary, excessive than evil itself, that in a free society, inner dimensions of Torah, and for every at previous times by agents and agencies some are guilty, but all are responsible.” Mitzvah we do with a physical object. violence and cruelty, broadcasts the of the law. We sympathize and empathize violation of that trust and denial of We begin on this Shabbat, to bring And it is also true for the Mitzvot between with all others who face the pain and more shalom--more peace-- to our world. one human and another where we need the humanity of yet another Person of cruelty of being treated as less than full Color in America. This sickening video, The work will be difficult, and we may, to look with a Divine perspective and human beings, especially by law enforce- at times, be exhausted by it. Lo ale- expand our vision to see the inner quality together with others documenting the ment officers who take an oath to defend infuriating and enraging disregard for cha ha-malacha ligmor, v’lo ata ben and truest core of all humanity. the same Constitution that extends its chorin l’hibatel me-menah… we are not We are all the same, all of us “creat- life, will not allow our nation to avert rights, liberties and civil protections to all its eyes to the bigotry, racism inequality required to finish the work, but neither ed in the image of G-d”. But more than of us, regardless of background or belief. are we free to desist from it. On this just being molded in the same cast, we and suffering of communities of color, at But... the hands of white perpetrators, be they Shabbat, we seek the peace that comes actually all come from the same Father When the response turns violent, from agency and scorns indifference. in Heaven. Yes, George is my brother, citizens or police. when civil disobedience gives way to civic As our nation mourns the near just from a different mother. And so is unrest, it crosses a line that is no longer Your Rabbis, Trevon and Jamal and Jose and Juan. 100,000 victims of this pandemic, Covid- welcome nor acceptable. It ceases to fulfill 19 too had further exposed these inequities Laurie and Flip Rice We all have different mothers, different its initial purpose and its primary pursuit. upbringings and different cultures. Our in race and privilege. Although the virus It becomes a chaotic attack on innocent does not discriminate, we know the under- DNA is not the same. Yes, we grew up in victims. It undermines the goals it orig- Do I know what it feels very different homes with different role lying systemic racism and bias has creat- inally intended to achieve. It threatens ed such inequities in healthcare, housing, like to be a black man in models and different worldviews. American institutions and ideals. But one of the most fundamental opportunities and safety. As a result, the Acts of looting, arson and violence America? African American community had been truths of life, as taught to us by the Creator towards others accomplish nothing that of the Universe in His Torah, is to not hit exponentially more. This, together with leads to the ennoblement of society. ear friend, hateful rhetoric and indifference, has led to Sharing a message for the get distracted by the shell and packaging These acts tear at the very fabric of D of this earth. We understand that every this utter disregard of human life. American life. Nashville community is a great opportu- We saw the brutality and last gasps nity to connect and share Torah ideas for created being has a soul within, an inner So, let us pray for a better day ahead, core that is its true definition and reality. for air. We heard the last words, begging for our nation and all of its citizens. And modern day living. But there are times for reprieve, for compassion, for breath. when I struggle with what message to This is not a statement on the com- in the meantime, let us affirm that the plex issue of racism and prejudice in our We cannot unsee what we have seen, nor primary role of our nation’s leaders, those share with you my dear friends. unhear what we have heard. We should To ignore the legitimate pain that country. This is not a signal of support called upon to guide us and serve us— all for any group or political agenda, of any not need these videos to call us to action, of us, each of our families and communi- millions of Americans are feeling right and we cannot ignore them. We must now would be wrong. Any human being kind. This is simply a question that we, as ties— is to protect us, all of us, from harm. Jews trying to live a transformative life of hold all responsible and demand justice, Amen with a conscience grieves when watching reform and healing, and we must discern the video of George Floyd being mur- truth and meaning, need to honestly ask how we each play a part in perpetuating dered. To see someone so oblivious to ourselves regularly. Am I being mate- the systems that allow for such inhuman- Dear Micah family, the suffering of another human being, rialistic or spiritual? Am I distracted by ity to take hold. that he doesn’t realize that a life is being petty, insignificant externalities or am I In this week in which we memori- e enter Shabbat looking for peace extinguished directly under his knee, is living a deeper existence with a focus on alize to loss of 100,000 lives to a deadly Wand calm amidst the murders of truly horrific. But the officers involved the true value of life? Am I only able to virus, let us also make room to reflect George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna have thankfully now been charged. see what I can buy with the money I have on the needless taking of a single life, of Taylor, and so many others who have To make the necessary disclaimers or am I am able to see the greater good yet another black person in America— come before. This is a devastating that as an American I strongly sup- that my money can achieve? denied the fullness of this nation’s guar- moment in our country, the history of port the right to protest and speak up Am I able to see the soul of my antees of “ life, liberty, and the pursuit of which is so stained by racial injustice. for equality; while just as strongly con- brother? happiness”— and with that, it’s impact This injustice has been on dramatic, pub- demning any form of rioting, looting or Rabbi Yitzchok Tiechtel 22 July 2020 • The Jewish Observer JOB OPPORTUNITY Letter to the editor With Appreciation tion. The ensuing days brought words of o much has been written about deci- concern and support from many segments 3TIRMRKJSV Ssions; glasses half full; forks in the of the Nashville community. road. Saturday afternoon, June 13th and In these days of genuine and collec- *MRERGMEP6IWSYVGI(IZIPSTQIRX *6( (MVIGXSV really the hours that followed, brought tive concern about the dignity and safety 437-8-327911%6= the harsh reality of hatred into our lives. of every human being, our Memorial .I[MWL*IHIVEXMSR .I[MWL*SYRHEXMSRSJ2EWLZMPPIERH1MHHPI8IRRIWWIIWIIOWERIRKEKMRK Our Holocaust Memorial was desecrated serves as a moral center to achieving that H]REQMG ERHI\TIVMIRGIHXIEQPIEHIV[MXLERIRXVITVIRIYVMEPWTMVMXXSHMVIGXSYV½RERGMEP by vandals. It was terrible. But, our com- goal. We pray that someday soon we will VIWSYVGI HIZIPSTQIRX *6(  IJJSVXW 6ITSVXMRK XS XLI 'LMIJ )\IGYXMZI 3J½GIV XLI *6( munity leadership quickly assessed the live in an inclusive, stronger world. 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By DEBORAH OLESHANSKY • Nashville Organized for Action and and voting rights/access. nization providing information and Hope: www.noah.org: Community Poor Peoples Campaign resources. They provide webinars on “Few are guilty, but all are responsible” organization to address issues of com- www.poorpeoplescampaign.org issues of concern for the Jewish commu- munity concern including education, Led by Rev. William J. Barber II, nity, including a recent webinar with his quote from Rabbi Abraham economic and racial equity. CRC this campaign is an effort to confront Eric Ward, Western States Center, on TJoshua Heschel is as relevant now is a supporting member along with systemic racism, shift the moral narra- how antisemitism is deeply embedded as ever. The protest movement we are some of our local Jewish congrega- tive, impact policies and elections, and in the white nationalist movements. witnessing demands a new, effective, tions. During COVID-19, NOAH build lasting power to address the crisis of Recordings of these webinars are avail- and urgent response to systemic rac- meetings are being conducted via systemic racism, poverty and ecological able on the JCPA website. ism. While we may not be personally zoom and are open to all interested devastation. National Legislative Efforts: Both guilty for what led us here, we are all members. VOTE: GoVoteTN.com the U.S. House and Senate are actively responsible for learning and engaging in • Follow the lead of Black organizers. Pursuant to the June 4, 2020 Order working on legislation to address con- efforts to address this deep injustice in Just as our Jewish community get of the Davidson County Chancery Court, cerns related to policing and criminal our society. to determine how we understand if you are a registered voter and do justice reform. Showing up at protests can be a valu- antisemitism and how we want our not wish to vote in-person due to the House Judiciary Committee: judicia- able way to lend support, but for many partners to respond, so to those who COVID-19 situation, you are eligible to ry.house.gov not able to participate in person, here are are most impacted by these policies request and absentee ballot by mail. You Congressman Steve Cohen, options to be engaged with social solidar- much have our support in defining also have the option to vote in-person Memphis, TN, serves on this committee ity and physical distance: the response. Partner with efforts during the early voting or on Election Senate Judiciary Committee: judi- • How to be an Antiracist Book led by communities of Color taking Day. DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR ciary.sente.gov Group discussion: Some groups have action on issues of justice: ABSENTEE BALLOT: JULY 30, 2020 Senator Marsha Blackburn serves on already launched, and we continue NAACP: #Wearedonedyingcampaign for August election. this committee. to form new groups via zoom as there This campaign includes a petition Jewish Council for Public Affairs: For additional information and is interest. Groups are available calling for justice for George Floyd, as jewishpublicaffairs.org resources to learn more please contact through the Community Relations well as action steps related to criminal Our local Community Relations Deborah Oleshansky, deborah@jewish- Committee as well as Congregations. justice, economic issues, health issues, Committee is part of this national orga- nashville.org •

to healthcare, Love described The be intentional in our sensitivity and in situation. “They are mindful about not Harold Love Tuskegee Experiment which allowed taking corrective action.” He also said presenting themselves with justifiable Continued from page 1 black men to be injected with syphilis it is important to push back against the rage so as to make people stop listen- the 14th Amendment, but Love says the for 40 years before Congress finally out- fear that is at the core of racism. “It’s ing.” And Rabbi Shana Mackler said damage to black people was already done. lawed human experimentation without not thinking that in order for me to win, she found responses varied within the He said, “My worth was devalued as a consent. All these things, said Love, are someone else has to lose,” he said. “And black community. “The responses are matter of policy.” examples of racism that affects every- change is possible, but it will take time based on individual experience and the In modern times, Love said public one. “Historically, racism doesn’t just and the willingness to be vulnerable in hope some feel, but also the realization policy continued the devaluation of black affect the oppressed, it also affects the telling our stories.” by others that things may not change.” people. He cited several key areas where oppressor. It’s like we are all part of a Rabbi Schiftan said it was important She said others are overwhelmed by systemic racism discounted blacks’ basic current in a flowing stream.” He said to create opportunities like this one, the outpouring of global support. And needs. Before The Fair Housing Act the police officer who killed George and, even within the Jewish community, within The Temple community, congre- was passed in 1968, blacks faced signif- Floyd was also a victim, acting on what there are people of color who face dis- gants are realizing there is a lot of work icant discrimination in housing oppor- he was taught about black neighbor- crimination. He said, “There has been a to be done. Other clergy in attendance tunities. Prior to Brown vs. The Board hoods and black people. lot of listening. We’ve had some strong appeared supportive and enthusiastic in of Education, black students were bused Love believes a way to effect change reactions from our own congregants on their response to Love. Rev. Neelley to schools far from their neighborhoods, is to provide opportunity for people to this issue. Many have directly faced rac- Hicks of Glencliff Methodist Church, and, even today, he said black students tell their story. He said, “It’s important ism and negative experiences with law said, “If we can have our voices amplified often receive a less than equal education to spend time listening to people tell enforcement.” He says some people are throughout the world, we can change than white students. When it comes what happened so we can learn how to challenged to express their anger at the things. Our voices matter.” •

tism every moment of every day, but we We can disagree but we need to tolerate Facebook and via Zoom. Cornelius says, Holocaust Memorial always pull together to face it and address each other.” And he says it is during this “I am a native Nashvillian. I grew up at Continued from page 1 it.” The Memorial was dedicated in 2006 time of unrest that Jews can be an exam- the J, spent my childhood here, this was the halls of Congress.” Hoffman also says and includes the names of members of ple to others. “Jews have gone through the least we could do. This gives me a lot during times of economic anxiety and local families who perished during the antisemitism through the ages and are of strength.” concerns about safety Jews are often the Holocaust. Anchor herself is the daugh- very sensitive to what is happening to the In the days following the memorial’s first to be scapegoated, additionally the ter of Holocaust survivors and was one of Black community, too.” defacement, support has poured into the pervasiveness of social media serves to 2,000 children born in the Bergen-Belsen There has also been some healing in Jewish community from throughout the normalize hate. He says, “During times concentration camp following the libera- the wake of the incident. Just days after city and the country. Through letters, like this it is critical to speak out, share tion. At the center of the memorial is a it happened, amid the sounds of birds and phone calls, emails and texts, others have facts and show strength. We are not large steel sculpture of a book, the work nature, Rabbi Joshua Kullock of West expressed their shock, sorrow and the sweeping this under the rug.” of local artisan Alex Limor. Limor is also End Synagogue led an evening Minyan commitment to helping send the message As the investigation continues, the the son of Holocaust survivors. He says service at the Holocaust Memorial. The that antisemitism and hate has no place Jewish community is sending the mes- he is grateful no one was injured and that service marked the first time the con- in the world. Felicia Anchor sent a mes- sage that while the banner itself was no permanent damage was done to the gregation has joined together physically sage to the community immediately fol- shocking and painful to see, it will not memorial itself. But he also denounces since the COVID-19 pandemic forced lowing the incident. In it she expressed change how Jews in Nashville conduct those who hung the banner, and its the closure of places of worship. At the both outrage and resolve. “Their vulgar their daily lives. Felicia Anchor is Chair message, and says the key to fighting conclusion of the service, just before insults and deliberate credos to white of the Board of the Nashville Holocaust hate is tolerance and education. “The the reciting of the Kaddish, memori- supremacy were splayed on the Memorial Memorial and was instrumental in its cre- Holocaust shows us that humankind is al prayer, Rabbi Kullock said, “White Walls where loved ones murdered in the ation. She says, “Jews live with antisemi- capable of evil, but we have to fight it. supremacists are trying to rewrite our Holocaust are honored. For many, this is history, but the best thing to do is to the only place to recognize family mem- keep telling the stories and learning bers because their bodies were consumed from those who survived the horrors of in crematorium and they have no graves. the Shoah.” The service was the idea Those recognized on the walls were killed of West End Synagogue member Mary for only one reason, because they were Cornelius. She said she felt disgusted Jewish. With this vile act, their memory upon learning about the banner and felt was devalued and dishonored, leaving us the need for what she calls, “a cleansing feeling threatened and afraid. Jews have Hunt Memorials, Inc. of the memorial.” She consulted with been forced to live with the pain and fear Rabbi Kullock who created the plan to of discrimination and stereotyping for Quality and Craftsmanship Since 1928 allow the community to come together centuries. The tension has never left our 4807 Gallatin Road safely. The minyan was attended by just collective psyche. Yet, even as a discrim- 4807 Gallatin Road • 1000 Lebanon Road 12 people, wearing masks and standing inated minority, we understand that such 262-1313 615-262-1313• 254-1206 socially distant, but was livestreamed on hatred is not isolated.” •

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The Observer • July 2020 5 Volunteers Deliver Meals and Smiles to Local First Responders

By BARBARA DAB through a generous donation compli- ments of the Maria & Bernard A. Pargh olunteers from Nashville’s Jewish Family Foundation, through the Jewish Vcommunity delivered over 600 meals Federation and Jewish Foundation of to front line workers and first responders Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Meals at several local hospitals, police, and fire/ were cooked by SOVA Catering and EMS stations. The project was provided Goldie Shepard. •

Mark and Sylvia Shepard get meal pack- Firefighter at Firehouse 34 receives ages ready for delivery. meal delivery

Evelyn Koch with front line staff at Tristar Hospital. “It was nice to get out of the house--all the way to Hermitage--and do a mitzvah at the same time! Please call on us again!” Evelyn Koch

Officers at MNPD’s West Precinct, Intelligence Unit and Belle Meade PD receive meal packages Volunteers Ellen Rosen and Mara Sommers deliver meals to Firehouse 17.

6 July 2020 • The Jewish Observer A Labor of Love By GOLDIE SHEPARD patent)? No, my sadness was not about began giving food to anyone who could Pargh. Wow, what an experience this the food or the planning of the event. use it, but there are limits to tuna! I missed was for me and the village who put on y parents taught me from a very It was about missing the Seder services the Friday night Oneg at Temple, people their gloves and masks and pitched in! Mearly age that when a few lemons which the students so proudly created; gathering for services and breaking bread So many people volunteered with a smile come your way, make lemonade. And the collection of kids having fun; their together. All the clergy at The Temple and I hope I don’t leave anyone out: actually, I drink a lot of lemonade, creativity; the crowd coming together to are welcoming and warm. The concluding American Paper and Twine, Vanderbilt because I like it! COVID-19 came upon make memories. For me, it was simple: prayers and music always give me hope for Hillel; Sylvia Shepard; Mark Shepard; us and everyone, I’m sure, had their own I was sad for the kids and for what was a peaceful week ahead. During the Oneg Nancy Flexer, who pushes me to reach thoughts, worries and concerns. In early lost after 15 years. one can feel a connection to Judaism and a beyond; the volunteers who came by right March, Shabbat dinner at Vanderbilt As the B’nai Mitzvahs were cancelled, sense of belonging. Another loss and love on schedule to pick up and deliver. Some Hillel, which had become a huge part I was again heartbroken! It was not about for me is the Learn and Lunch program at of the newcomers who volunteered know of my week during the academic year, business, but about those young boys and West End Synagogue. Watching people the city much better than I do! I was was canceled. Shabbat dinners have girls learning and making a commitment come together for learning and sharing overwhelmed when the delivery team taken on a whole new meaning for me to their own Judaism. The parents made a hot meal together is a wonderful expe- thanked me for allowing them to help. over the last 15 years, and the thought new arrangements, explained it all to the rience. All are welcome and no one is Huge thanks to Mara Sommers, Amy of Passover not happening, and the kids, but how much drive-by can we do? I turned away. Weinstein, Barbara Levy Zander, Evelyn realization that I had no control over loved doing the drive-bys, but I will never One of my angels in Nashville, and Moshe Koch, Karen Berson, Steve any of it, was very difficult for me. Was forget the memory of the clergy’s hands Barbara Schwarcz, called to ask me to and Leslye Lapidus who provided beauty I going to miss cooking briskets for 400, on my daughters’ heads as they committed participate in preparing box lunches for to the boxes. Those who received this clean Kosher chickens, order one more themselves to God. This all took a toll on first responders for a program provided simple gesture were so appreciative and Kosher for Passover item on Amazon me, but I felt so fortunate to remain healthy compliments of The Jewish Federation gave me something I was unaware I was or ask Sylvia to roll 1,000 matzo balls and warm. I had done so much advance and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and looking for. I realized that still small voice (She and Manischewitz should share the shopping for the canceled events, that I Middle Tennessee and Maria and Bernie was looking for nourishment for me. • Jewish Family Service Recognized for Helping Same Sex Couples Build Families

By BARBARA DAB Brandon. The adoption process can take couples if doing so violates their religious have always opened our doors to all cou- anywhere from one year to 18 months policies or beliefs. The American Civil ples seeking adoption, and we will contin- ewish Family Service of Nashville and and includes a home study, post-place- Liberties Union urged the Governor not ue to provide these services as long as they JMiddle Tennessee is being recognized ment visits and assistance with paperwork. to sign the legislation and advocacy groups are necessary.” And Brandon Di Paolo by the Human Rights Campaign in its Families must find another agency to like HRC say it targets members of the Harrison says that by just doing the work, 2020 All Children All Families Report help with placement of the child. Toni LGBTQ community. But for JFS, help- it sends what he calls, “a poignant message for its work in the field of same sex par- says, “As Jews, people know we have ing all families is business as usual. Pam that a religious organization in Tennessee ent adoptions. The report is in its second faced discrimination and antisemitism and Kelner, Executive Director, says, “We will support same-sex families.” • year and recognizes organizations that understand what that is like. They know implemented LGBTQ-inclusive policies we will serve them with integrity.” Toni and practices, including non-discrim- helped the couple navigate some sticky ination, staff training and creating a bureaucratic processes to facilitate the welcoming environment. JFS, which adoption of their daughter, Isabella. In achieved the, “Building Foundation fact, it took six months for the birth moth- for Inclusion,” tier, is the only agency er to relinquish parental rights, something in Tennessee to receive the designa- that usually takes days. Ozzie says it was a tion. Alison Depercio, Director of All stressful time, but JFS was there to support Children All Families of the Human them through it all, “It was so important Rights Campaign, says agencies like JFS to have Toni. It felt like she was our part- not only provide service, but they go ner through the whole endeavor. She was beyond by educating others about the always open and honest.” need for support for same sex families. JFS began facilitating same sex adop- She says, “It is a huge message to the tions in 2002, mostly to non-Jewish cou- community at large that it is in the best ples. Since then, the agency has been interest of children to remove obstacles involved with over 150 same sex adop- in creating permanent families.” tions. Former JFS social worker Teri Four years ago, Brandon and Ozzie Sogol assisted with the very first adoption. Di Paolo Harrison began their process She says, “JFS’s history as a welcoming to expand their family. Both are profes- and inclusive social service agency is well sors at Austin Peay State University and known in the LGBTQ community and learned about JFS from a colleague. They beyond. This recognition of the agen- were referred to Toni Jacobsen, Clinical cy’s achievement in meeting important Director at JFS, who they say made them benchmarks is well deserved.” feel comfortable and welcome. “Working Earlier this year, Governor Lee signed with Toni was so positive. She was kind, into law a measure that allows agencies thorough and left nothing to chance.” says to deny adoption services to same-sex

Di Paolo Harrison Family, left to right Brandon with Isabella, Madelyn and Ozzie. The Observer • July 2020 7 Akiva’s Daniella Pressner Receives Rabbinic Ordination By BARBARA DAB are facing some big challenges, “What con- Daniella, that naturally meant seeking stitutes a minyan, can you have a minyan out educational challenges. “For me it hose who know Daniella Pressner, over Zoom. Should a woman need to go was all about questioning and digging Tknow her to be passionate about com- to the Mikvah if her health is at stake, and deeply into the learning and becoming bining formal learning with real life expe- when should she go to the Mikvah. I really an accomplished learner and not being rience to, in her words, “make Judaism want to be part of that conversation.” She afraid to achieve those same levels of come alive.” And now, in addition to also cites showing her own children, four of rigor that were given to the boys.” her title as Head of School at Akiva them ages five through 11, that deep learn- As for how her new role will be School, she has a new designation, that ing can be pursued at every stage of life, as integrated into her work and community, of, “Rabba.” After spending the last three another outcome. folks at Akiva School are proud of her years in the Kollel program of Yeshivat There are differences in the way the achievement and are looking forward to Maharat in New York City, Daniella rabbinate is applied by Orthodox women, her bringing even greater depth in her became Tennessee’s first, and only, although Daniella sees many ways in role. Board member Moshe Werthan woman to receive a Modern Orthodox which both female and male rabbis’ role says, “It is such a pleasure to work with ordination. The live-streamed ceremony look similar. “When people talk about Daniella. Her creativity, intelligence and took place in early June and Daniella was the rabbis as mentors and spiritual leaders zest for perfection is unsurpassed. With joined by eight other women from diverse and people who can have open conver- an already enormous load, she has under- professions and educational backgrounds. sations about matters of halacha, that to taken to broaden her knowledge and In total, there are now 43 graduates of me is very meaningful,” she says. And reach by becoming an Orthodox Rabba. Yeshivat Maharat. while the realm of prayer in the syna- Too few of us look at Judaism as an intel- Her path to this achievement may gogue is the most public part of the job, lectual pursuit. Now Daniella is bringing not have been direct, but Daniella says it Daniella Pressner she says it is not the most time consum- it home to Nashville.” Still, Daniella is consistent with how she has lived her The program was conducted through vir- ing. Daniella says she has been invited says it can be difficult for some to accept life, up to this point. “The ability to merge tual and in-person classes and study with to speak from the bimah at Sherith Israel the changing role of women. She says in text with bringing meaning to people’s a partner. In Daniella’s case, her partner and acknowledges the congregation’s some communities there can be pushback lives is something that I’m really drawn to was based in Australia which allowed her inclusivity of women. on everything from what name to take on in general,” she says, “It wasn’t surprising the flexibility to work at night. In fact, What moves Daniella is the oppor- to how public to be about the new title. to me that when it finally became avail- many evenings she studied long past mid- tunity to express herself as a learned Human beings, she says, are not general- able to me in a way that I could do it, that night while in Australia it was the middle woman within the tradition in which ly comfortable with changes that shake I took it on.” In fact, when Daniella first of the day. she was raised. After spending her their foundational expectations. And arrived in Nashville, the Yeshiva was in its Daniella hopes her achievement will early years at a Solomon Shechter day she is sensitive to those who struggle with beginning and was not able to accommo- inspire other women to work toward high- school, she attended an Orthodox high it as well as those who are anxious to see date her need for long distance learning. er levels of learning. “When you’re not school. “For my parents it was really change happen. “I think for me what it But her patience paid off and she eventu- acknowledged for those high levels, people important that we knew what living a really means to lead in this journey is to ally received a call from them inviting her don’t necessarily know that about you. traditional Jewish life was all about, but be able to hold each of those sensibilities to apply. After a rigorous process, which I really want to open up spaces where it was a very open home.” She says her with honor. To be able to pull people included a written exam, an interview and women can be called upon for matters of experience growing up was diverse, and together in a way that people on both teaching text, she was accepted into the law or jurisdiction and questions about spir- she was empowered to find ways on her sides can feel heard and nurtured and accelerated, three-year executive program. ituality.” In today’s world, she says people own to feel connected to Judaism. For find connection and meaning.” • Naomi Limor Sedek to Take New Post in Virginia Beach By BARBARA DAB passion for serving the community is ry, among other things. And world that carried Naomi known to just about everyone. In her beginning in mid-July, she on mission trips to Israel, aomi Limor Sedek is a true product current position as Assistant Executive will build on her experienc- Argentina, Russia, Cuba and Nof the Nashville Jewish community. Director, she was instrumental in grow- es by taking on a new role, throughout Eastern Europe. Starting as a teen donor and volunteer ing the Federation’s endowment, expand- that of CEO and President And it is this same desire that for the Jewish Federation and Jewish ing the local team’s ability to provide of the Tidewater Jewish will carry her to a new com- Foundation of Nashville and Middle resources to the community and orches- Foundation in Virginia munity in Virginia where Tennessee, and continuing after college trating and leading the largest mission to Beach, Virginia. It is a role she will, once again, engage as a young Jewish professional, Naomi’s Israel in the Nashville Federation’s histo- she says, is a logical next step and inspire the community in her professional journey. to support Jewish continuity “This is a new opportunity to around the world. “There is help secure the future of the such beauty and joy in our Jewish community in a new traditions and history. We city,” she says, “It helps me Naomi Limor Sedek may be separated geograph- fulfill my passion for connecting people ically, but we share the same traditions. to their Judaism.” Federation is the place to celebrate our Naomi’s passion for Jewish life is well diversity and our unity,” she says. documented in Nashville. She began her Naomi is supported in this move by career with the Jewish Federation follow- her many colleagues in Nashville who ing graduation from Brandeis University wish her well. Eric Stillman says, “With and through the years she continued great respect for Naomi as a person and her upward trajectory, encouraging and professional, I will miss her and know inspiring those around her. Naomi draws that the Tidewater Jewish Foundation inspiration from her grandparents, all has an incredible CEO and President four of whom were Holocaust survivors. on her way to Virginia.” And, she has “I know the suffering that befalls our enjoyed the poignant experience of rem- people when the Jewish world is not iniscing as friends and community mem- united,” she says, “I never want to live bers reach out to wish her well. This in a world where we don’t take care of change comes at a time of uncertainty each other.” And on a personal level, as the world grapples with the continu- Naomi has been a one-woman welcome ing COVID-19 pandemic. But in true wagon to many newcomers, including fashion, Naomi pushes ahead planning The Federation’s CEO, Eric Stillman. the move, helping her children navigate “Before I even arrived in Nashville two college and beyond and supporting her years ago, Naomi welcomed me, reaching husband’s career. It is precisely these out as my trusted colleague, and helped challenges that energize her. And as me to learn what makes this community for the future, she is looking forward to so special and unique. I am grateful to working with a new team who she says Naomi, as well, for her warm welcome of is encouraging of women in leadership my new bride, helping to ease her transi- positions and who she believes will help tion into Nashville,” he says. her grow even further. She says, “I am It is this desire to care for and most successful when I’m authentic with unify the Jewish community around the myself.” •

8 July 2020 • The Jewish Observer Celebrating Love During a Pandemic By BARBARA DAB wedding ceremony, “We have discussed, on many occasions, that it is no coinci- here is a famous Yiddush saying, dence nor a small miracle that we met T“Man plans, and God laughs,” and last July. I was being held in the protec- in this time of COVID-19, this seems tive embrace of Shloshim as I grieved to ring true. When it comes to creating the loss of my Mom, who so wanted me a new life with your b’shert (Divinely to find my b’shert.” Jessica who grew up intended soulmate), love can find a way in Columbus had returned there in 1988 to transcend challenges. And such was to attend The Ohio State University the case for Eric Stillman, CEO of the College of Law. She had raised her fam- Jewish Federation and Foundation of ily there and founded a Jewish Renewal Nashville and Middle Tennessee, and his and Reconstructionist congregation in new bride, Rabbi Jessica Shimberg, who 2006. Her passions for Judaism and came together under the chuppah after justice led to her eventual Rabbinic ordi- the final moments of Shavuot slipped nation. Despite her deep roots and con- away. Jessica says, “We had planned to nections in Columbus, it was her love for be married in a ceremony surrounded by Eric, sense of adventure, and trust in the family and very close friends from our Divine which motivated her to pack her lives with one of my beloved colleagues car and drive to Nashville in mid-March officiating; however, COVID-19 dramat- to ride out the pandemic with Eric. And, ically altered all our lives and, of course, she has been here ever since. our plans for how to be married.” In true The public health risks of COVID- pandemic style, the intimate ceremony 19 made their original plans for an inti- was officiated by Rabbi Saul Strosberg mate wedding on the beach in Florida in the Sherith Israel sanctuary and wit- in early May out of the question. And, Eric Stillman and Rabbi Jessica Shimberg are married under the chuppah at Sherith Israel nessed via both zoom and Facebook Live in fact, the Mayor’s Safer at Home order by over 250 family and friends from all temporarily made obtaining a marriage In attendance as witnesses and sup- be a theme for this couple, who place the over North America and Israel. license in Nashville a serious challenge. portive friends were Leslie Kirby, Jacob marking of Jewish time and living their Eric and Jessica’s whirlwind romance During the Counting of the Omer, when Kupin, Haley Levy, and Rabba Daniella Jewish values at the center of their lives. began just less than one year ago, with the the Davidson County Clerk’s office final- Pressner, with everyone wearing face Jessica recounted during their ceremony two finding each other through JDate. ly reopened, they could finalize their masks and maintaining social distance. the many ways that they mark the passing After speaking initially over the phone, wedding plans. Jessica says, “The sanc- As the wedding day approached, of time together. She spoke to Eric that their first date was meeting for lunch in tity of the seven weeks of counting the the nation was swept by protests fol- night, saying, “Each week, even before we Louisville, Kentucky because it was half- Omer together, marking time, became lowing the murder of George Floyd by met in person, we have made Havdalah way between Eric’s home in Nashville a strong theme of our wedding, and Minneapolis police. Once again, world together. You listened so intently to my and Jessica’s home in Columbus, Ohio. we decided that getting married at the events changed the course of this wed- first Havdalah blessings that I wasn’t sure True to form, Eric had researched this culmination of this experience felt very ding. Mayor Cooper imposed a curfew if I had lost the cell phone connection. location as a potential meeting point, so right to us. So, we asked Rabbi Saul just as Eric and Jessica’s ceremony was It was only afterward that you told me he was ready with the suggestion when Strosberg if he would be willing to marry about to begin, leaving about an hour that your silence reflected your awe. I they considered where to meet for the us as soon as Shavuot concluded with the between the end of Shabbat and the start swooned.” As did everyone on zoom and first time. As Jessica shared during the end of Shabbat. He graciously agreed.” of the curfew. Indeed, “time,” appears to Facebook Live. •

To Our Dear Naomi Sedek On behalf of Linda and Jay We thank you for all the magnificent years you aorded us. We wish you tremendous success in the years going forward. May the almighty watch over you and your family.

The Observer • July 2020 9 Camp Davis’s 90th Summer Kicked off on June 8th

By RACHEL CLARK

fter postponing the opening of ASummer 2020 by a week, Camp Davis kicked off its 90th year on June 8th with an animal-filled good time! The theme was Midah Ohev et Habriyot: Loving All God’s Creatures. Campers sang, danced, played, and laughed as they explored the amazing world of the animal kingdom. Learning about everything from the tini- est of insects to the tallest of giraffes, campers tapped into their own wild sides. Our camp directors have built a structure that follows CDC and American Camp Association guidelines, takes COVID-19 precautions, and implements mitigation efforts, adding as much Camp Davis as possible to the mix. The result is an incredible program with “Household” groups of 10 campers, socially distant tents, household dining rooms, addition- al handwashing stations, and as much outdoor time as humanly possible. “Camp is, at its core, about kids being able to have fun, get dirty, be wild, Emily got everyone pumped to wash their and Lahavat Haeretz: love your coun- dressed in international costumes and and ultimately be themselves, and even hands and keep camp clean. Campers try. Campers spent lots of time in their also celebrated our own country. At Art with all of our mitigation efforts in place, created hand motions to go along with the Households playing games surrounding Camp and Clay Camp, campers created we have been able to be that place, where song and taught the rest of camp. the themes such as animal tag, as well as all sorts of creatures, real and imagined, kids can just be kids,” says Camp Director Preston Dean, Shevet Aleph Unit various other challenges including scav- and designed their own flags. We moved Marisa Byard. Head said it best: “The first week at enger hunts and, of course, a camp favor- our cooking camp outside and now our New Music Specialist Emily Groff led Camp Davis was amazing. Our youngest ite Gaga. Camp themes continue through aspirational chefs are extremely well campers in Camp Davis classics such as, campers have had a rocking week learn- August and culminate with everyone’s versed in luxury outdoor cooking. “Weave Me the Sunshine,” and, “Not by ing to swim, making new friends and favorite Maccabiah (color war). In the words of Shevet Bet Unit Might.” She also taught new songs such learning new games.” Other activities throughout the Head, Sami Weinberg, “It’s is already as, “Bob the Tree,” and, “Aba Abraham,” The camp theme each week is based week included dodgeball, kickball, and looking like this is going to be the best which have already become camper favor- on a Jewish value. Weeks three through parachute and catching games. Campers summer EVER!” • ites. During morning and afternoon Ruach five were B’Tzelem Elohim: in the image sessions, new cheers are learned and a of G-d, Gimilut Chasadim: acts of love, song specially for Camp Davis written by

Artists from across the continents gather to create NASHir Together Notes from Noam By Noam Harari, Community Shlicha perform songs together despite the physi- cal distance of over 6000 miles. I keep watching the videos again and נשיר ביחד ASHir Together N NASHir (sing) Together is pre- again. For me, each video tells a different sented by The Jewish Federation and story and represents the incredible collab- Jewish Foundation of Nashville and oration created here. Despite the distance Middle TN. The project was conceived and the differences, the music has brought and created by Noam Harari, Nashville everyone together to create this project. Community Israeli Shlicha (Emissary). We wanted to bring a smile at a difficult Ten singer/songwriters who live in time, no matter where we are in the world. Nashville and 10 singer/songwriters who So many people trusted me with this proj- live in Israel were paired to co-write and ect and I don’t take it for granted. • 10 July 2020 • The Jewish Observer Zooming Thru Summer @ Beit Miriam By SHARON PAZ Beit Miriam Drive By Ice Cream Sundae Party Saluting our graduating High School Seniors

5th graders and Kindergarteners who sold the most Kosher for Pesach Candy this year enjoy a drive-by ice cream Sundae Party. Pictured: Upper Left, Blair, Andrew Stefanescu, Reuben and Daniela; Bottom Left, Sophie & Gabeb Newman; Upper Right, iara Kullock & Ruby Orley in car; Bottom Right, Holden and Lincoln Ehresman and parents Chris and Beth For our 5th graders and The ice cream sundae reward was Kindergarteners who sold the most extremely creative and was a top notch Kosher for Pesach Candy this year! sundae! It is clear that Beit Miriam wants “Beit Miriam has done a great job our kids to have fun and stay connected keeping our kids connected and engaged to their Jewish learning. Thank you Beit even during the shutdown from COVID. Miriam!” Simon Newman Rabbi Joshua Kullock and Sharon Paz, Director of Lifelong Learning at West End Synagogue deliver blessings and kits to this year’s graduating seniors. Pictured are: Aden Barton-Harvard, Max Yazdian-Tulane, Ellie Hornick-Indiana University, Adena Beit Miriam 2020 Graduation Rosenbloom- Oglethorpe University “Rabbi and Sharon truly went above “It was wonderful to have Rabbi and beyond. They came to our house Kullock and Sharon come by to visit with with an entire “blessing kit” as we said a us and bless Adena before she (hopeful- blessing for Aden’s upcoming departure ly!) goes off to college in the fall. We for college. It reminded us of the impor- know that Adena is ready to be a strong tance of celebrating major transitions in Jewish voice on the Oglethorpe campus, life with our community and that this which does not have a lot of Jewish stu- can be done with such joy, even in the dents.” Ellie Weiss Rosenbloom midst of a pandemic. The ceremony was one of the many acts of kindness Laura Yazdian, “I really enjoyed and “silver blessings” during this time of Rabbi Joshua and Sharon’s visit to our confinement. We were very moved by house. It was very meaningful to be able the ceremony as we stopped to bless and to bless Max on Graduating HS. It was celebrate Aden.“ such a nice treat to be able to do this Nancy Lipsitz during this time.”

Summer Fun Gift Bags Summer Fun Gift Bags for Beit Miriam Families and an Opportunity to Drop off Registration Forms. Pictured are: Prichard Family, Ellis and Harrison with mom, Deena in car; Etai Bauer in car; Henry, Zac, Elian, and Arya Sterling with West End Synagogue’s Beit Miriam Zooms through graduation. mother Julie; Vivi and Edwin Gordetsky with Dad, Daniel We appreciated the Zoom Beit Maia Aleezah Herman Miriam graduation ceremony. It was a Daughter of Lauren and Michael Herman great way to wrap up Adena’s time at Beit Miriam in this most unusual of years. Erin Michaela Keenan Also, Adena’s grandparents in Louisville Daughter of Tricia and Michael Keenan had the opportunity to “attend,” which probably wouldn’t have happened had Max Benjamin Potash the ceremony been in person. Son of Gwen and Jacob Potash Ellie Weiss Rosenbloom, Adena’s mom) Adena Rachel Rosenbloom Daughter of Ellie & Dr. Trent Gabrielle Anna Bengelsdorf Rosenbloom Daughter of Sarah and Dr. Steven Bengelsdorf

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Still reading a newspaper? Pandemic or not, it’s time to jump on the digital bandwag- Happening at Chabad Zoom in June 2020 on. As agile as ever, Judaism at Micah continues to evolve with courage, compassion and HAVE A HEALTHY ZOOMER creativity. Stay updated at www.congregationmicah.org, as well as in our social media and e-blasts by liking us on Facebook and Instagram @MicahNashville, learn with us on As we have all been quarantined now for over two months, many are seeking pur- YouTube, chat with us on zoom, pray with us on livestream – join us in our virtual tent, pose and meaning in life, and are thirsting for something more. People want to connect there is room for everyone! and are craving the human connection. Chabad of Nashville has stepped up to the plate and has been offering dozens of programs and events to satiate that craving. At Chabad of Nashville, Zoom has become part of our daily ritual as we pray, learn, Access Micah’s Livestream for free from the front page of our website and/or teach and socialize with our friends in Nashville and beyond, via Zoom and Facebook like us on Facebook!

Live. Chabad is presenting a month of June, filled with nourishment for the Mind, Body Weekly Programs: and Soul. Ancient Secrets: Practical Wisdom from the Past for the Present Pandemic The links for all of these events can be found at chabadnashville.com, or go to Mondays at 8:00 PM on YouTube & Facebook chabadnashville.com/zoom Rabbi Flip interviews theological giants of the past, revealing their contributions to spirituality and what wisdom they offer us during the pandemic. Characters played NOURISH THE MIND by local heroes who serve our community. Learn who they are and what they do. Mystical Torah Studies: Seeking some intellectual stimulation? Want to sharpen your thinking skills? Join Schmooze & Views Rabbi Chaim Weitman for Torah Studies on Monday evenings, at 7:00 PM on Zoom Thursdays on Zoom Chat or Facebook. A lay-led lunch discussion about politics conducted in a civil way. Open to all. Rabbi Weitman will take you on a journey, deep into the Mystical teachings of the Led by Dr. Bob Smith. Weekly Torah portion, where you will walk away uplifted and inspired. Shabbat Service Biblical Tales of Kings Warriors and Prophets: Friday nights on Facebook Live & Micah Livestream Are you a Jewish History buff? Want to know the story of the rise of our people Experience how the power of music, song, and the inspiration of sacred words can during the era of King David? Join Rabbi Yitzchok Tiechtel on Tuesday evenings at help you feel more connected and less anxious. 7:30 PM via Zoom for Biblical Tales of Kings, Warriors and Prophets. Rabbi Tiechtel will take you on journey thru the Book of Samuel, which records Torah Study the ups and downs of a turbulent and eventful period of Jewish history. Participants will Saturday Mornings on YouTube travel in time through the some of the glory days of our past, as well as learn about the The sages and commentators - past and present - come alive as the Rabbis Rice Reign of King Saul and the life of King David. share wisdom from the weekly Torah portion.

NOURISH THE BODY A Musical Morning A Taste of Shabbat in the Kitchen Saturdays on Facebook Live Ever wanted to learn how to give your Shabbat table that exquisite look, or been Music Director Lisa Silver shares songs and insights on Shabbat that will educate, yearning to make some unique Shabbat delicacies for your Shabbat dinner? Here is warm your heart, and make you want to tap your toes all morning long. your chance. Join Bassie Weitman in the kitchen on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM on Zoom Havdalah or Facebook, as she demonstrates the Art of Making Shabbat in your own home. Each Saturday evenings on Facebook Live week new dishes will be presented by guest chefs, and participants will learn the art Close the Sabbath with a few moments of song, spices, separation and spiritual of creating delicious dishes for your Shabbat Table. nourishment.

NOURISH THE SOUL “How to Be An Anti-Racist” by Ibram X. Kendi Book Read & Zoom Plug Into Prayer Discussion Feeling lonely? Need an Uplift? Plug Into Prayer with Rabbi Yitzchok Tiechtel on Monday, July 20 and August 10 Tuesday and Thursday’s at 1:30 PM on Zoom or Facebook for 30 minutes of Prayer and Purchase your book now from your preferred bookseller. Also available on Kindle Inspiration. and Audible. Please RSVP to Julie Greenberg at [email protected] Jewish prayer is G d’s way of saying to us: “speak to Me and I will listen.” We pray to G-d to thank Him, to praise him, and beseech Him for a life filled with meaning and purpose. Plug Into Prayer will surly nourish your soul to fulfillment.

How Happiness Thinks Seeking Happiness, searching for the antidote to feeling better about yourself Nashville’s congregations in this Covid-19 era? Join Mrs. Esther Tiechtel together with Rebekah Near on Wednesday evenings, at 7:00 PM, as they host a Zoom session on “Finding Personal Joy Here are the websites for all five Nashville Jewish congregations, in the Midst of Turbulent Times.” with information on services, upcoming events and more: An Authentic Shabbat Experience Congregation Beit Tefilah Chabad, www.chabadnashville.com Welcome the Shabbat from your Living Room Couch or your back patio. Experience the joy of Shabbat and feel connected to your community as Rabbi Yitzchok Congregation Micah, www.congregationmicah.org Tiechtel takes you on a journey of an authentic Shabbat experience, and your spirits will be uplifted with song, prayer and a pre Shabbat sermon. Congregation Sherith Israel, www.sherithisrael.com Join your friends from across the Nashville community on Friday afternoons at 6:00 PM, on Zoom or Facebook for a Pre Shabbat Celebration with Chabad of Nashville. The Temple – Congregation Ohabai Sholom, www.templenashville.org

As we are living in unprecedented times, kindly check the Chabad of Nashville West End Synagogue, www.westendsyn.org website, chabadnashville.com for an up to date listing of all of the upcoming events and programs during the month of June 2020, which will take place via Zoom and Facebook Live.

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14 July 2020 • The Jewish Observer At Our Congregations… NEW! 6 Week Hebrew Reading Boot Camp Every Tuesday at 11:00 AM starting June 2 Join Rabbi Shulman for a 6 week virtual ‘bootcamp’ and learn how to read @ Sherith Israel Hebrew! Sign up for the class with [email protected]

Elmington Park Shabbat for Families, NEW! Jewish Learning on Your Own Schedule Saturdays at 10am (weather permitting) Coming soon: Look for podcasts and videos prepared by musicians, scholars and A socially distant shabbat program for families, with tefillah, story, and a snack clergy especially for our Temple Community! 13 Attributes of God, Jewish Cooking at Elmington Park. 10 am. For more details, look for Sherith Israel emails or contact Demos, Clergy Chats, Inside Israel and Jewish Music Sessions. Sessions will be post- [email protected]. ed on thetemplehub.org Red, White & Blue Jean Shabbat Friday Flow Yoga with Natasha, Friday, July 3rd at 6:00pm 10am Every Friday Zoom Room: Join Natasha for Friday Flow: Judaism-Inspired Yoga and Mindfulness each https://zoom.us/j/320094033 Friday at 10am over Zoom. Natasha brings us together in community and then leads Meeting ID: 320 094 033 • Dial in (Audio Only): 1-312-626-6799 us on a yoga journey through the Hebrew letters of the weekly Parsha. This guided Hebrew Yoga and meditation session draws our awareness to our bodies, our souls, Temple Songwriter’s Shabbat and our community. Her intention with Hebrew Yoga is to bring us closer together, Friday, July 24th at 6:00pm for learning through movement in a state of ease, culminating in what Natasha calls For the fourth year in a row, The Temple is excited for Songwriter’s Shabbat on a final restful “Shabbatana.” For the Zoom link, please reference Sherith Israel emails Friday, July 24 - a fun Shabbat service featuring music written by our own Temple or contact Natasha directly at [email protected]. members! This service has become a beloved tradition in our Temple community and we look forward to a night of beautiful music. Zoom Room: Tisha B’Av Services https://zoom.us/j/320094033 Join Sherith Israel and the Chabad Center for outdoor, socially-distant Tisha Meeting ID: 320 094 033 • Dial in (Audio Only): 1-312-626-6799 B’Av services (July 29th-30th). Please check Sherith Israel emails and the website for details. Graduate Recognition Shabbat Friday, July 31st at 6:00pm The Temple is so proud of the class of 2020! Join us as we gather together to cel- ebrate the accomplishments of our graduates and honor them with a special blessing on Friday, July 31 at 6pm. Zoom Room: @ The Temple https://zoom.us/j/320094033 Meeting ID: 320 094 033 • Dial in (Audio Only): 1-312-626-6799

Virtual Learning Experiences Social Justice Group Read: “How to be an Anti-Racist” by Ibrahim Kendi Summer 2020 Wednesdays at 3:30 pm on July 8 and July 22 Jewish learning and community don’t stop when we are stuck at home! Over the Zoom Room: next months, we have planned a wide range of virtual learning opportunities for all ages. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81683419033 See what we have to offer and plan to join us to deepen your Jewish knowledge and understanding while strengthening your connections to our congregation and each other. If you have questions about any of these learning experiences or need help connecting While being sequestered, join the Social Justice Committee in a group read to our virtual platforms, please don’t hesitate to contact Rabbi Michael Shulman at rabbi- and discussion of a recent book by Ibrahim Kendi, “How to be An Anti-Racist.” [email protected] Dr. Kendi is an award-winning author whose previous book, “Stamped from the Beginning,” chronicled the history of racist thought in America. All programming can be accessed via thetemplehub.org Through a shared book reading experience, Dr. Kendi will enlighten us with his NEW! Ongoing Jewish Learning with the Clergy concept of anti-racism which can re-energize and re-shape our conversation about Every Tuesday - 12:00-1:00 PM racial justice in America. The concept of anti-racism can point us towards liberating Join The Temple clergy, special guests, musicians and others for online Jewish new ways of thinking about ourselves and each other. Dr. Kendi challenges us to learning every week! Topics will include: medical ethics, Jewish music around the think about what an anti-racist society might look like and how we can play an active world, midrash, Jews & photography, famous Jews, prayer, history and more! role in building it. Zoom Room: There will also be an opportunity to share our experience with Dr. Kendi when https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88589922632 he comes to Nashville in June 2021 for the 2021 Christian Scholars Conference at Meeting ID: 885 899 22632 Lipscomb University. Dial in - Audio Only: 1 312 626 6799 If you are interested, contact Irwin Venick at [email protected]. The Temple is excited to offer two opportunities for our congregants to learn NEW! Pirkei Avot: Jewish Wisdom for Today’s World from Rabbi Rami Shapiro: Every Friday from 5:00-5:40 PM The Thirteen Attributes of Godliness: Get ready for Shabbat with a little text study! Each week we will study a piece An On-Demand Podcast of wisdom from Pirkei Avot, The Ethics of our Ancestors, an ancient Jewish text still In times such as these – times when fear grips our hearts and anger all too often relevant in our own times. tightens our fists – we need tools for transformation. “The Thirteen Attributes of Zoom Room: Godliness,” an ancient, Torah-based Jewish technology for opening body, heart, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81973096738 mind, and soul are such tools. Meeting ID: 819 730 96738 In this eight-day audio program produced by Rabbi Mark Schiftan and featuring Dial in - Audio Only: 1 312 626 6799 Rabbi Rami Shapiro and Cantor Tracy Fishbein, you will learn the meaning and promise of each attribute as well as a gentle way to cultivate each attribute in your Lunch with the Rabbi life. We offer this program at no charge. This is what it is to be part of a beloved Every Thursday from 12:00-1:00 PM community. Stay well. Available under Learning Opportunities for All on thetem- July 18th and 30th plehub.org. Bring your lunch and engage with Rabbi Schiftan and guests in a discussion of A Taste of Judaism with Rabbi Rami Shapiro currents and important issues from a Jewish perspective. Rabbi Rami Shapiro is back again this summer – virtually – to teach you every- Zoom Room: thing https://zoom.us/j/572111637 you always wanted to learn about Judaism in 3 easy lessons! Meeting ID: 572111637 Tuesdays, July 14, 21 & 28 • 7:00-9:00 pm Dial in - Audio Only: 1 312 626 6799 Please register online at The Temple Hub (www.thetemplehub.org) Zoom Room: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89099884429 Women’s Torah Study Meeting ID: 890 998 84429 • Dial in (Audio Only): 1-312-626-6799 Every Thursday from 12:00-1:00 PM Ongoing weekly women’s Torah study led by Patty Marks. More Opportunities Coming Soon! Zoom Room: Check thetemplehub.org and our weekly email for updates and new classes in https://zoom.us/j/392595616 the coming weeks... Meeting ID: 392 595 616 Dial in- Audio Only: 1 312 626-6799 Continued on next page The Observer • July 2020 15 At Our Congregations… @ West End

Open Mic Night – July 19 Bringing Open Mic Night to your homes on July 19th at 6:15! Students are invited to perform and show off their skills to the community. Musical instruments, singing, dancing, poetry, any form of performance is welcome. Repertoire must be written or composed by a Jew or on a Jewish theme. If you need help finding the right piece, Cantor Sarah is happy to help you peruse her library virtually. If your child would like to perform, please let Cantor Sarah (cantorlevine@west- endsyn.org) know by July 12th so she can save a space for you!

Congregation Micah uses large screens during services to enhance the prayer experi- Shacharit ence both in person and virtually Join us Mondays & Thursdays for Shacharit service at 8:30 a.m. on Zoom. Zoom info: Meeting ID: 847 4426 3911 Congregation Micah’s Password (case sensitive): 5A63j6 Those having issues can message Rabbi or Cantor through Facebook and they Innovative Approach to Prayer will reply back asap. Enhances Spiritual Connection

Daily Mincha By RABBI LAURIE RICE In the last four years, Micah has exper- Join us for daily Mincha on Zoom at 6:00 p.m. imented and continued to refine the many Zoom info: ver four years ago, Rabbis Flip and ways in which the screens and visual learn- Meeting ID: 831 8625 7601 OLaurie Rice approached their lay ing can be utilized during services, both Password (case sensitive): 9ix4BK leadership with an innovative idea to on Shabbat and holy days. B’nai mitzvah install large screens in Congregation families love the personalization of seeing Micah’s sanctuary for the purpose of their student’s face on the screen as they Kabbalat Shabbat visual tefillah, taking the prayer book read from the Torah. Members appreciate The congregation is invited to join us for Kabbalat Shabbat on Zoom at 6:00 p.m. out of people’s hands and putting the the large print Hebrew with accompanying Zoom info: words and images and so much more transliteration and translation for prayers Meeting ID: 831 8625 7601 onto the screens above. The result: an up on the bima where they can also watch Password: (case sensitive) 9ix4BK entire world of learning, connecting, and their clergy at the same time. And during praying opened up to the congregation. this time of pandemic and virtual every- Talmud Class Visual tefillah is about utilizing words thing, the screens have enabled Micah to Talmud on Tuesdays has changed to 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. and images to affect emotion, ignite the offer a truly unique prayer experience for Zoom info: intellect, and add a whole new dimension those who participate via livestream and (No password required) to the service experience. The Rabbis Facebook live each Shabbat. Thanks to the Meeting ID: 777 716 003 Rice noticed almost immediately that generous support of The Jewish Federation members were looking up at the bima and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and and at one another, rather than down at Middle Tennessee, Micah has expanded its their books, and they were actually sign- virtual tent not just nationally, but globally Weekly Parasha class with Rav Eitan Bar-Or ing and praying aloud much more. These as well, reaching as far as Spain and Rio de Every Thursday morning on Zoom at 7:30 a.m. were positive, immediate results. Janeiro, Brazil. • Zoom info: Meeting ID: 899 2621 2508 TORAH WITH AN ACCENT Welcome Jill Ellen, Site Director of Join five Latin American rabbis talking with a bit of an accent (!) about the weekly Torah portion. The class will be every Thursday at 4:00 pm. On our Facebook Page. the ECLC at West End Synagogue

By RACHEL CLARK Education.” Says Sharon Golden, direc- tor of the Gordon JCC ECLC. he Gordon JCC is proud to welcome Jill holds a master’s degree in early TJill Ellen as the new site director of childhood education and an MSW. She the ECLC at West End Synagogue. regularly attends and presents at con-  

Jill grew up on the East Coast and was ferences and is a leader of Inspired!, a highly involved in her Jewish reflective, supportive learn- community, including spend- ing community for Early 
  
ing a summer in Israel work- Childhood educators. Jill ing on a Kibbutz, and brings prides herself on her inter- a wealth of Early Childhood personal relationships and  knowledge and experience to her communication skills, this position. which we all feel will be She has over 20 years of helpful as we navigate these    
experience as a head teacher unprecedented times. in Jewish Early Childhood “I am excited for this programs, most recent- new chapter in my profession-   
ill Ellen, new site direc- ly at The Temple here in tor at the ECLC at West al journey as the Director of Nashville, and has aided in End Synagogue West End Early Childhood the expansion of the Jewish Learning Center and being curriculum both in the classrooms and a part of the Gordon Jewish Community schools as a whole. Jill has also taught Center. As an avid learner, I look forward Hebrew and Israel studies for many years to getting to know more about the chil- in Religious School. She is a member dren, families, school and JCC community. of several Jewish organizations and has As an educator, I bring my experience and Learn more about the participated in many wonderful, spiritual my Jewish background to this position. It is Jewish Federation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee events. my hope and dream to blend the two.” at www.jewishnashville.org “We are all impressed by not only We are looking forward to seeing her knowledge, but also her warmth, cre- the wonderful things Jill will bring to our ativity, and passion for Early Childhood program. •

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20 July 2020 • The Jewish Observer The Gordon JCC July JGalleries Art Exhibit

By CARRIE MILLS America. A call to local artists, asking for participation, was posted on social or the month of July, the Gordon media. The only requirement was for FJewish Community Center JGalleries the artists to express in a positive light, will feature the work of Nadine the importance of the press in daily life, Shillingford Wondem, Terri Tyler, The and or history, using the actual papers History of the Jewish Press, and A Call incorporated into the artwork whether for Artists in Response to Racism in this it be a 2D or 3D piece. For this partic- Historic Time. ular exhibit it is our goal at the Gordon The Janet Levine March Gallery will Jewish Community Center Galleries to feature the work of Nadine Shillingford engage and create a space to bring to Wondem. Nadine brings her ideas to life light, through the lens of the artist, the using charcoal on toned gray paper. Her art presence and importance of the press in captures people in everyday situations and our democracy and the world, particular- brings them to life by studying their facial ly the Jewish Press. expressions. Her whimsical approach to The House gallery will feature art art also gives life to her work. Nadine from artists participating in Call Out to does not have a formal art background, Artists in response to this historic time and most of her methods are self-taught. in history in response to racism. A call She has established an international fol- was made to artists on social media in lowing on social media by completing and response to the death of George Floyd posting a daily #quicksketch drawing on Terry Tyler’s, “Parrot” Work by Nadine Wondem and the outpouring of societal response her Instagram and Facebook pages. Each calling for justice and reform. #quicksketch drawing is completed in 1-3 Nashville, TN with her husband and abstract. The Exhibition Dates are July 1st - hours. Nadine is the author of the book, daughter. The Sig Held Gallery will feature July 31st. “Hello Beautiful!” which is a portrayal The JLMG2 Gallery will feature the the exhibit, “The History of the Jewish The exhibitions are free and open of her relationship with her father, Mr. art of Terri Tyler. Terri is a 1997 graduate Press in America.” Living in a time with to the public. Any attendees will need Wilmurt Shillingford. Nadine is also a of O’More College of Design in Franklin, such hostility to the free press, the rise to wear masks, sign in and have their computer security consultant and holds Tennessee, where she majored in Fashion of anti-Semitism and racism, the goal temperature scanned at the front desk. a doctoral degree in Computer Science Design and Merchandising. Her pieces of this show is to create a response that For more information, visit our web- from the University of Notre Dame. She are often in vibrant contemporary shades is affirmative, thought provoking and site, nashvillejcc.org, or contact Curator was born on the island of Dominica in and lean toward bold cheery brightness bold while incorporating actual Jewish Carrie Mills at 615.354.1699, carrie@ the Caribbean but currently resides in bordering on impressionistic and at times newspapers and publications from across nashvillejcc.org. • Art on the West Side 2020 Postponed; Moved to April 24-25, 2021 fter much deliberation, ART on the Event chairs Sara Melamed and Iris the event,” said chair Iris Rotker, “it allows sales from ART on the West Side benefit AWest Side is canceled for 2020 due to Rotker led a selection committee in review- us the time to plan for an even bigger and art programming at the Gordon JCC. COVID-19 concerns. It is set to resume in ing more than 200 artists. They also select- better event for next year.” Find a full list of artists at www. 2021. The yearly juried art show has over ed Kristin Llamas as Featured Artist. The ART on the West Side 2021 will artonthewestside.org, and for more 40 artists signed on to participate, all of year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of begin on the evening of Saturday, information regarding the show, con- whom will be invited back to participate the passage of the 19th amendment, giving April 24, 2021, at the Gordon Jewish tact event chairs Sara Melamed and Iris next year. Initially set to take place April women the right to vote. It was fitting to Community Center with a cocktail Rotker at artonthewestside@nashvillejcc. 25-26, the decision was made in March to honor a female artist, and for Llamas, it has reception from 6 to 9pm. On Sunday, org. Follow on Facebook (www.facebook. postpone amid the COVID-19 pandemic. been ten years after her first local art show, April 25, the event opens at 10am and com/artonthewestside) and Instagram (@ The event will now take place the week- which took place at the Gordon JCC. runs through 4pm. This event is free and artonthewestside) and visit www.arton- end of April 24-25, 2021. “While we are disappointed to postpone open to the public. A percentage of all thewestside.org. • Of Marquee’s and Mountains By MICHELLE MORELLE AND down the cheeks of the rabbi and many Yitzchok Tiechtel concluded the final sun was suddenly shining anew, the birth TAMMY SHRIVALLE friends, as the blessing of Shehechiyanu reading of the Ten Commandment, we sat of a new nation. was recited with emotion. The highlight attentively. It was so spiritual and surreal, Then smiles and community, as we or seventy seven days the doors of the was when the ark was opened, and the the sun was shining, all was so serene and delved into a few scoops of dairy, deli- Fark in the sanctuary remained closed, Torah was carried into the Congregation. beautiful, it felt like the presence of G-d cious ice cream. Under sunny skies and within it sitting the Torahs all alone, The reading of the Ten Commandments was right there with us, under that great the fragrance of fresh rain. It was won- waiting for our community to hold it so was about to commence. big marquee. derful to see both old friends and the gently, and parade her in our warm and Soon after everyone was seated, the As we sat taking in everything that new ones we had made on Zoom. As we loving sanctuary. With the coronavirus clouds began to gather, the sky became was happening, we couldn’t help but walked away from the tent, we did not pandemic, our homes became our sanc- dark. We read from the Book of Exodus, imagine what it must have felt like to feel alone, We felt completely enveloped tuary, we prayed, we learned, and we Chapter 19, “And all the people replied be at the foot of Mount Sinai. We by the spirit of what it is to be a Jew. read the Torah on Zoom, and prayed and together and said, “All that the Lord has spo- were moved and sat that there for a few This was a Shavuot we will never studied from our living rooms. ken we shall do.” Thunder was rumbling moments digesting this spiritual experi- forget, one that we will live with us for After a period of eleven weeks, the but we continued to read. At a moment’s ence amongst my family. We knew we the rest of our lives, as we felt embraced city of Nashville started returning to notice the skies opened and a torrent of weren’t alone in this spiritual experience. with warmth and love by the Almighty some routine, yet many still remained in rain was beating the tent. It was loud, We looked around and others were just as G-d, and were finally reunited with our quarantine. However, with the holiday of windy, and we could barely hear, but we moved. This miraculous rain on cue. The Chabad family. • Shavuot on the horizon, friends reached could feel. We huddled a little closer, out and hoped we will once again meet protecting each other from the wind in person. During Shavuot as we com- and rain. The rain and the thunder were memorate the marriage of the Children relentless. The children clustered around Nashville Jewish Film Festival of Israel, and the G-d who rescued us their parents. We were undeterred. We from Egypt, emotions of unity, becoming prevailed, knowing, in our hearts that we Announces “Virtual, “Festival” a nation, humility, community, and what were fully protected. It felt as we were 020 is a year of challenges and how we felt then, is very much alive today. standing at Mt. Sinai. 2to hold a Jewish Film Festival in the Chabad of Nashville, with the support Just at as the Ten Commandments midst of turmoil has been on the minds of many friends in our community, con- were about to be read, the rain stopped, of the NJFF co-directors for a few weeks. vened to commemorate this momentous the skies cleared, all was silent, you We came to the conclusion that none of occasion. While respectfully acknowledg- could’ve heard a pin drop. One can hear us wants to be in a crowded movie the- be able to watch in the safety of your own ing social distancing, we sat under a beau- the birds chirping, just like at Mt. Sinai, ater and adjustments have to be made to homes. Keep watching The Observer for tiful white Marquee. It was like a family and the rabbi read in a loud voice the our schedule. more news and definite plans along with reunion, as we felt like a family reunited Ten Commandments, “I am the Lord, your So we are proud to let you know that information on some of the outstanding after a long period of separation. God, who took you out of the land of Egypt, the 2020 festival (our 20th year) will be films that you will have available in your Tears of joy were flowing gently out of the house of bondage.” After Rabbi a virtual festival with films that you will home. • The Observer • July 2020 21 Mitzvahs and Lifecycles Obituaries

national championship tournament, the Harry Fox his daughter, Micah member Deborah Tournament of Champions. Aden also Baruch Dayan HaEmet/Blessed is Lederman and granddaughter Madeline. recently received the William Martin the Judge of All Truth. It is with great Sel Lederman is also survived by his other Award for Best Boy at MBA, the highest sadness that we inform you of the death daughter, Rachel Lederman, son-in-law honor given to a student of the school. of Harry Fox, brother of WES member Xavier Melendez, granddaughter Sadie, Aden will will attend Harvard University Alvin (Lauren) Fox. and family members Doris Lederman, in the fall. We send our condolences to Harry’s Gail Siegel, Dr. Martin Lederman and brother Alvin (Lauren) Fox and Harry’s many nieces and nephews. niece, Lisa Fox Freedman (Steve), of A funeral was held on Sunday in Atlanta, GA, and Michael Fox, of Flatbush, N.Y. Stratford, CT. Harry lived in Baltimore, In lieu of flowers, contributions Maryland with his wife, Mary Ellen. can be made in Selwyn’s name to Harry is also survived by sisters, Rena Congregation Micah. Silverberg (Bud), of Dallas, TX, Rochelle May his memory live on as a blessing Levin, of Baltimore, MD, and brother, and may his family be comforted amidst all Howard Fox (Michelle), of Tel Aviv, those who mourn in Zion and Jerusalem. Aden Barton Israel. He is also survived by stepchildren Aden Barton will graduate from and grandchildren and numerous nieces Bernice Rothstein Montgomery Bell Academy. He is the son and nephews. Bernice Rothstein, 91, formerly of of Drs. Nancy Lipsitz and Kirk Barton, Due to current circumstances there Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully on brother of Ben and Talia and grandson of will be no funeral at this time and shiva Thursday June 11th at Life Care Center Jackie and Marty Lipsitz and Dr. David will remain within family. of Nashoba in Littleton, MA. She was the and Lynn Barton. Hamakom Yinachem Etchem - May beloved wife of the late Aaron Rothstein. At MBA, Aden was Captain of God comfort Harry’s entire family, among Born May 1st, 1929 in Brooklyn, NY the Debate Team, Co-Captain of the Sophia Graff all the mourners of Zion, Jerusalem and she was the daughter of the late Alto and Mock Trial Team, managing editor of Sophia Graff, daughter of Amy Graff the entire world, Amen. Dorothy (Bacher) Rothwein. She was a the school newspaper and he was induct- and Jay Graff, and granddaughter of Lorna devoted wife, mother and grandmother. ed into Totomoi and cum laude. Aden Graff. She is graduating as Valedictorian Norman Law One of Bernice’s proudest childhood and his debate partner have earned their of West Boca High School. Sophia is The Temple notes with sorrow the memories was being recognized for her place as the top policy debate team in also the Florida Regional Weight Lifting passing of A. Norman Law on May 26, salesmanship by Eleanor Roosevelt in a the nation for the past two years. In May, Champion. She will be attending the 2020 and sends condolences to his wife, WWII war bond drive. Bernice married they won the year’s most prestigious University of Florida. Susan Raskin Law and family. A small her childhood sweetheart, and shortly private graveside service will be held in after moved to Nashville, TN where she the very near future. became part of a close-knit and vibrant Jewish community. Bernice was active in Jeff Leamon the local synagogue, where she put her Baruch Dayan HaEmet/Blessed is the magnetic personality to good use on the Classified Ads one True Judge. It is with great sadness that membership committee and as a member we announce the passing of Jeff Leamon of the temple Sisterhood. (lifelong resident of Chattanooga), broth- In her younger years, Bernice was RENTAL AVAILABLE VIRTUAL TUTORING er of WES member Doni Porteous. involved in community theater. She was a FOR STUDENTS We offer our condolences to Jeff’s lover of music and was known to compose Rent wing of spacious, well- parents; his brother; and sister, Doni her own poems and songs for special occa- furnished Sylvan Park home Prep for the ACT or SAT. Learn Porteous. sions. Bernice cherished her friendships, on Nebraska Avenue. Private almost any subject one on one Hamakom Yinachem Etchem - May and, always the social butterfly, was a entrance, parking, living/dining with a Vanderbilt Computer God comfort Jeff’s entire family, among stranger to no one. She will be remem- bered for her silly humor, tenacity, and room, library with skylights, Science graduate. Multiple years all the mourners of Zion, Jerusalem and the entire world, Amen. zest for life. She took her role of grand- laundry with sink, lBR up, 1 BR of tutoring experience. For West End Synagogue, 3810 West End mother to a professional level, coining the down, 1 BA. No pets. $1400 per scheduling and contact info go to Ave, Nashville, TN 37205, United States term “let your conscience be your guide.” month includes utilities. calendly.com/bradley-schwartz. Bernice is survived by her daughter, Non-smoker. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Selwyn Lederman Amy Lynne Rothstein of Pepperell, MA Call Sarah at (615) 255-9999 or It is with great sadness that we inform (husband Jay Newlon), granddaughter you of the passing of Dr. Selwyn Lederman Alexandra Bendacha Newlon of Dubai, (615) 866-4506. on May 22, 2020. Condolences go out UAE (husband Asri Bendacha Newlon) and grandson Max Newlon of Boston, MA (fiancée Olivia Andert). Bernice was also the mother of the late Steven Rothstein and Lisa Rothstein. Services were private. 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