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Volume 6 Number 9 Nisan-Iyar 5752 May, 1992 We Salute Israel on her 44th Anniversary On Sunday, May3, at 7:30 p.m., Business Leaders Will Convene the Chattanooga Jewish community to Stimulate Trade with Israel will be celebrating The Community Relations Committee of the Chattanooga Jewish Federation and the World Yom Haatzmaut, Trade Center Chattanooga are co-sponsoring a breakfast on Monday, May 4th at 8:30 a.m. at the the 44th Anniver­ Chattanooga ChooChoo, Robert H. Siskin, Chair of theFederation CRCCommittee announced. sary of the state­ The purpose of the breakfast is to bring together 75 leaders of the greater Chattanooga business hood of Israel. community in an effort to educate them about potential business opportunities in Israel and to Jews strove in help stimulate trade with Israel. every successive The group will be addressed by Dr. Alon Liel, Consul General of Israel for the Southeastern generation to rees­ United States, and Jef­ tablish themselves frey Phillips, Executive Director of the Ameri­ in their homeland. can-Israel Chamber of They made their Commerce and Indus­ deserts bloom, re­ try of the Southeast vived the Hebrew Region. language, built vil­ Israel is currently lages and towns, Dr. Alon Liel, facing a major chal­ and created a Consul General of Israel lenge of absorbing 1 thriving community-controlling its own economy and million refugees from the former Soviet culture, loving peace but knowing how to defend itself. Union over the next This is the Israel that we celebrate! five to six years. In or­ Join with us as we hear Dr. Alon Liel, the Consul der to absorb these im­ General for the Southeastern United States, speak on migrants who are ar­ "The Challenges Facing Israel On Her 44th Anniver­ riving daily, the Israeli sary." Then help us to continue the celebration with economy must con­ Israeli song, dance and refreshments. The program is tinue to expand. Ex­ pansion necessitates free and open to the entire community. attracting foreign in-

JTA Reports p. 4 V e Federation Job Bank p. 5 ovMnment 'mbJ LoaSolomon,FederationExecutiveDirector,andFranzReicherts Inside "The Human Bridge" p. 6 fished agromh plan* in Managing Director ofthe World Trade Center Chattanooga, go Young Leadership Conference p. 7 1990 which offers a over preparations for the upcoming business leaders breakfast at This JCC Annual Report p. 8-13 large variety of invest- the Chattanooga Choo Choo. issue: Point of View p. 14 ments, business incentives and governmental participation for new investors. Congregational News P. 16-17 Mr. Siskin stated, "It is hoped that meetings such as these will encourage businessmen in the Lifecycles p. 20 southeast to explore what goods they might be able to import from Israel, as well as exposing them Focus on Seniors p. 21 to potential opportunities to expand their businesses into Israel under very favorable terms. The Israeli Government p. 22-23 Israel's tax incentives include corporate tax rates as low as 10%. JCC News p. 24-25 If you are interested in attending this meeting, please contact Lou Solomon at the Federation Organizational News p. 26-27 office at 894-1317.

Chattanooga Jewish Federation Bulk Rats P.O. Box 8947 ILSLPostagt Campaign Update Chattanooga, TN 37411 Paid Permit 83 April 23,1992 (Address correction requested) Chattanooga, TN Return postage guaranteed 1992 Regular Campaign $687,645 (up 7.56%) Time Value 1991 Same Cards $639,261 r^ Continuing Exodus $383,000 Page 2 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 c National & International News Israel Bonds Launches Rising Interest in Israel and Judaism in China U.S. Sale of F-15 Fighters to A strong and rising interest in Israel, Judaism and the Jewish people among Saudis Opposed Eighth Variable Rate Issue Chinese officials and scholars was reported this week by Rabbi Arthur Schneier Bond Has 7.50% Minimum of New York, president of the Appeal of Conscience Foundation, on his return A coalition of 24 major religious, public interest and peace organizations Annual Interest Rate from a 12-day mission to the People's Republic. Rabbi Schneier led an Appeal of Conscience delegation to Beijing, Shanghai and Xiamen that included Arch­ wants Congress to block the Bush bishop Theodore E. McCarrick of Newark, NJ and the Rev. Carl Flemister, a administration's plan tosell F-15 fight­ The State of Israel announced it is ers to Saudi Arabia and to stop foster­ selling the Eighth Variable Rate Issue leading minister ofthe American Baptist Church in New York. Both are trustees of the Appeal. ing "further arms races in precarious VRI Bondinatotalprincipalamount regions." of $200 million. The security has a "China appears to be fascinated by Jews and Israel," Rabbi Schneier re­ A letter sent by the coalition to the minimum annual rate of 7.50%, which ported. "There is intense curiosity about this 'other ancient people' and also Senate and House says the Bush ad­ will increase if the average Prime rate about the modern State of Israel, now that diplomatic relations have been ministration has pursued a policy of rises, by half the excess of the average restored after 25 years," he said, adding: "In Shanghai alone, there are three increasing weapons exports to the Prime rate over 7.50%. The current institutes devoted to Jewish studies, examining both the religious and peoplehood Middle East and to the Third World in annual rate for VRI is 7.50% through aspects of Judaism. And there is special interest in the history of the refugee general. The planned armed sale to May 1992 for Bonds purchased Jewish community of Shanghai-25,000 Jews who fled Nazi-occupied Europe and the Saudis, the letter reads, would be through April 1992. found haven in the Chinese metropolis during World War II." "highly destabilizing to the Middle The minimum subscription for the At the invitation ofthe three institutes, Rabbi Schneier held a three and one- half hour discussion in which he spoke with and answered questions from a group East." VRI is $25,000. Additional purchases The signers of the letter included in $5,000 increments may be made of Chinese scholars on the Holocaust and modern Jewish life in the United States and Israel. Officials of the Institute appeared eager to send their researchers to the National Council of Churches, Epis­ within 12 months of the initial pur­ copal Church, American Baptist chase. the United States and Israel for further study, he said ("China" continued page 5) Churches USA United Church of "This bond issue is very important Christ and the Union of American to Israel. The nation needs to raise Hebrew Congregations, the Federa­ capital that will help pay for the ab­ tion of American Scientists, National sorption of the more than 400,000 im­ Commissionfor Economic Conversion migrants who have come to Israel from and Disarmament and Women's the former Soviet Union, Ethiopia, League for Peace and Freedom. and Eastern Europe," stated Michael Siegal, Israel Bonds National Cam­ Rabbi David Saperstein,direc­ paign Chairman, who announced the tor ofthe Washington-based Re­ new issue. "Uncertainty about the ligious Action Center of Reform loan guarantees has led Israel to rely Judaism, commented: "We are more heavily on foreign investors." pleased to join with our brothers Since Israel launched its securities and sisters of faith in the Christian program in 1951, the nation has sold world in opposing this weapons more than $12 billion in securities, $7 sale to a nation that still maintains billion of which has already been re­ a state of war with Israel. Al­ paid to holders of redeemed securi­ ties. Throughout the history of its though the Administration claims Bonds program, Israel has maintained that this F-15 sale is 'stabilizing,' a perfect record on the payment of such a sale, by escalating the arms principal and interest on the securities race in the Middle East, would in it has issued. fact be highly destabilizing to the In 1991, Israel Bonds were pur­ Middle East. "Furthermore," he chased by 2,258 corporate, profes­ added, "America's economic sional, and union pension and profit problems must not and cannot be sharing plans; 441 corporations; 408 solved by stimulating the military foundations; 210 institutions, such as hospitals and universities; and 121 Beijing - In IsraeVs newly-opened embassy here, Rabbi Arthur arms industries through develop­ banks. Individuals who invested in Schneier (L), president ofthe Appeal of Conscience Foundation, ing newmarkets forweapons with­ Israel Bonds that year numbered more places his hand on the mezuzah outside the office of ambassador out regard to strategic and moral than 91,000. consequences." Zeev Sufot (R), IsraeVs envoy tothe Peoples Republic of China. Eighth Variable Rate Issue Bonds The letter urges Congress not only wUl mature on March 31,2004. The Jews Pledge to Help Environment tooppose thesale of 72advanced model Bond can be redeemed after three F-15 fighters to the Saudis but also to years by employee benefit plans, which Abroad range of Jewish leaders has agreed to launch a major effort to involve recognize that "the Administration has include IRAs and Keoghs, and after the Jewish community in the national effort to protect the environment. pursued a policy of increasing weapons five years by other investors, on 120 During an unprecedented two-day meeting with scientists and senators on exports to the region'-despite an as­ days notice. Capitol Hill, the leaders-representing all four religious denominations and the sertion by Secretary of State James State of Israel Bonds is an interna­ major secular organizations-agreed that the Jewish community needs to be Baker last February that the U.S. must tional securities organization offering awakened to the dangers threatening the environment. take the lead to "change the destruc­ interest-bearing instruments. Since "You don't have to be Jewish to be an environmentalist, but it is certainly tive pattern of military competition 1990, Israel's Ministry of Finance has consistent with Jewish tradition," Sen. Joseph Lieberman D-Conn. said at a and proliferation" in the Middle East channeled all Israel Bond proceeds to news conference on the second day ofthe "Consultation on the Environment and and to "reduce the arms flow into an help absorb the more than 400,000 Jewish Life." Lieberman, who is Orthodox, said Judaism is a faith that requires area that is already very over- immigrants arriving from the former protection of the Earth. militiarized." Soviet Union, by providing them with jobs and homes. More National & Internationa] News on Page 4. See JTA Reports: Page 4 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 3 r Community Relations News ) AIPAC Jerusalem Director Warned of Dangers in the Mid- East Leonard J. Davis, director of the Jerusalem office of American Israel Public Affairs Committee AIPAC, presented a Middle East Briefing Sunday evening, March 29th at the Jewish Community Center, under the auspices of the Commu­ nity Relations Committee of the Federation. Prior to moving to Israel fiveyear s ago, Davis was the director of Information and Research at AIPACs Washington headquarters, and served as editor of Near East Reports and Myths and Facts. In his briefing, Davis noted that AIPAC is an American Jewish Lobby-and as American Jews, we are the real lobbyists. He was concerned about the turmoil that he has found in the American Jewish Community since his arrival a week before. In Israel, the reports were that the American Jewish Community was traumatized and fearful over their recent struggle with the administration over Loan Guarantees for Israel. What he has truly found is that American Jews are more angry, than anything else. Davis feels it is important for us to channel that r^ anger. Davis expressed that he has not been as concerned over events in the Middle East since the end of the Gulf War, and went on to explain his concerns. He is concerned that Jews are not leaving the former Soviet Union at the rate expected currently only five to seven thousand a month are coming to Israel, despite the fact that they are sitting on the side of a volcano that could erupt at any moment Relatives in Israel are writing family in the Soviet Union telling Leonard Davis, director ofthe Jerusalem office of AIPAC, answers them that there is no work, and they would rather live with a devil that they know, questions following his Mid-East briefing. (L-R) Leonard Davis, than face a new one. Had the Loan Guarantees passed, they would have had the confidence in Israel to come. Jay Wiston, Robert Siskin and Miriam Rhodes. His second concern is that there is an unrealistic Arab expectation today of must do something. Your contact with your congressmen and senators is more what lies ahead. Events have led the Arabs tobeliev e that the Bush administra- important than ever to show that we are good citizens of this country." Davis tioniswiththemandthattheUnitedStateswillnotsupportlsraeL George Bush urged that we write our congressmen concerning the Foreign Aid Bill because it writes to his Jewish Republican friends that the support of Israel is fundamental is good American policy. We must also support aid to help resettle Soviet Jews- and unshakeable. Whether or not an American-Israeli rift is true really doesn't -humanitarian assistance. matter to the Arabs. Just recently King Hussein was welcomed at the White It was then Minnesota senator Hubert Humphrey who said at an AIPAC House and embraced by President Bush, while Shamir is still in the doghouse. policy conference in 1976: "There are those today who question of right of American They merely have to look in the newspaper to see that two inspection teams were Jewstolobby. Well lobby ing for ethnic interests is as American as apple pie, or gefilte sent last week to the Mid-East simultaneously-one to Iraq and one to Israel. fish, or Polish sausage or spaghetti. If s part andparcel of the American tradition? The third concern is that this Arab perception of American support will kill the Peace Process. Why should the Arabs discuss settlements with Israel when Making the Case for Foreign Aid the U.S. has already announced its position on the matter. The Arabs went to In these times of economic crisis, itis easy for politicians and demagogues to Madrid for the first peace talks and they didn't demand first demand a freeze on scapegoat foreign aid forth e real suffering of jobless workers, landless farmers, settlements. The demand for a settlement freeze comes only from Washington. and homeless families. Foreign aid is not the problem and cutting it is not the The Arab leaders will feel "why should we make peace concessions, when the answer. r> Americans will do it for us." The fact is that total foreign aid to all countries only accounts for about 1% Israeli confidence in the U.S. has been eroded by the whole issue of arms of our total budget-slicing a piece off foreign aid would not make a dent in our control. Israel hoped and prayed at the end of the Gulf War that there would be problems at home. no further sales of arms to the Arab nations. Since the Gulf War, $11 Billion in In fact foreign aid stimulates the U.S. economy and creates jobs for Ameri­ arms have gone to the Arabs. They are also selling more sophisticated weapons cans. Almost all U.S. military aid is spent in this country, creating over 80,000 to the Arabs than to Israel. The U.S. seems only to be concerned about arms sales American jobs. More than one-third of total U.S. exports go to developing to one country-Israel. Incidently, it seems that it is the Saudis that gave the countries, most of which receive U.S. foreign aid. According to the Overseas Patriots to China. The danger still exists that Israel's neighbors will play the "ABC Development Council, nearly 3 million jobs would be lost if the markets of rs weapons" against her-Atomic, Biological and Chemical. Scud missies were just foreign aid recipients were closed to U.S. exports. recently delivered to Syria via Iran, and no one could detect it, even by satellite. Foreignaidisalsoacost-effectivetooIofU.S. leadership, promotingstabilify There were warnings two and three years ago about the delivery of arms to throughout the world. Despite the recession, the U.S. can not abandon Its global Iraq, that continued up until one week before the outbreak of the Gulf War. responsibilities. Foreign aid allows us to project our influence and fulfill our These warnings weren't listened to. There are similar warnings now about a responsibilities in key areas throughout the world, without the cost associated country called Iran, which is the next danger in the area. Most recently, it is with a massive American presence. believed that Iran or agents it supports was behind the bombing of the Israeli America's economic problems need to be addressed head-on. If the Presi­ Embassy in Buenos Aires. dent and Congress irresponsibly abandon U.S. world leadership for the sake of The final danger is most ironic-that both the United States and Israel are political expendiency, we will pay the price for generations. democracies and both entering into the election season. We are already hearing statements made on both sides of the ocean that will only exacerbate and hurt the SEND A MESSAGE TO WASHINGTON American-Israeli relationship. When statements are made by a Buchanan or REP.MAnumuwo REP. JIM COOPER Duke, they are amplified in Israel. And when a politician in Israel makes a HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATRflES statement for the sake of making local points with his constituents, it gets ^ 2286 RAYBURN BUaJWIlG 125 CANNON BtHLDMG amplified here. We will have some turbulence because of media reportage of WASHINGTON, D.C, 20515 WASHWGT0N, D.C. 20615 politicians, which can only happen in a democracy. All we can do is encourage everyone to tone down the stridency andwring our hands and pull out our hair and SENATOR ALBERT GORE SENATOR JAMES SASSER say "why did they have to say that." And so, the American-Israeli relationship may UNITED STATES SENATE UNITED STATES SENATE have to endure a few more bumps and strains along the way. 383 RUSSEL BUaDtflG In the face of these dangers and traumas Davis warned that we can not dare WASHINGTON, OC. 20510 WASHINGTON, as. 20510 to sit back and do nothing. "It is our right and duty to lobby our government We Pfcge 4 Tbe SHOFAR, May, 1992 Knesset Adopts Electoral Reform Bill JTA Reports The Knesset adopted Israel's first electoral reform bill by a sweep­ ing vote of 52-23. It provides for the direct election of the prune minister. Although not applicable to the upcoming elections on June Israel and Egypt met In their first team sports event Sunday, when 23, it could be involved before the next statutory elections in 1996. they fought to a 17-17 draw in the preliminary rounds ofthe World The new reform measure provides for two simultaneous elections Handball Championship in Salzburg, Austria. every four years, one for Knesset members and one for prime minister. But the contest was marred by deliberate slurs on Israel by the Egyptian players, who regarded the game as an extension of the wars Egypt has fought The Knesset electionswill continue to use the presentsystem by which against the Jewish state. When a band played the national anthems of both voters choose a party list. Each party's strength in the Knesset is countries before the start ofthe game, some Egyptian team members refused to determined by its percentage ofthe vote. stand for "Hatikvah." Those who got to their feet deliberately stood with then- Under the present system, the president calls on the head ofthe backs to the Israeli flag. party with the largest Knesset delegation to try to form a government. At the end ofthe match, when an Israeli fan ran onto the court waving a large If he succeeds, he becomes prime minister. But under the new Israeli flag, an Egyptian player seized it and threw it to the ground. legislation.the prime minister will be elected directly by separate ballot Neo-Nazi vandals destroyed three gravestones ata Jewish cemetery and will automatically form a government. and defaced a monument to Jewish deportees in Southeastern Hol­ The government will need the Knesset's approval, however, in land. order to take office. That provision, appended to the bill as it made its Police are investigating an unknown group calling itself the National Social­ way through the legal committee, reduces the powers it originally ist People's Front, which claimed responsibility for the desecration in an anony­ mous telephone call to a local newspaper. A monument to Jewish deportees was invested in the prime minister. also smeared with swastikas. The rabbis ofthe Conservative movement's Rabbinical Assembly Bar-Man Licenses First Bat Mitzvah, Now 82, Committee on Jewish Law and Standards have voted to maintain the New Cancer Drug Gets Called to Torah Again status quo on the roles that lesbians and gay men may play in Conservative institutions. Bar-Han University in Israel Seventy years ago, Judith The decision means that homosexuals are welcome to join and participate in haslicensed the Ivax Corp.to pro­ Conservative congregations, camps, youth groups and schools as individuals. It Kaplan Eisenstein was the first also means, however, that openly gay men and women will continue to be refused duce anew drug itdiscovered that women ever to be called to the admission to the movement's rabbinical and cantorial schools. In addition, rabbis reduces toxicities associated with Torah in the ceremony signifying affiliated with the movement will continue to be prohibited from conducting chemotherapy and radiation used her entrance into adulthood. commitment ceremonies for gay and lesbian couples. The committee left to to treat cancer, the American To commemorate this historic individual rabbis to determine whether lesbians and gay men may be active as Friends of Bar-Han University youth leaders and teachers, as well as to what extent gays and lesbians may receive Bat Mitzvah, Eisenstein again was announced here. called to the Torah this month. religious honors during worship services and hold lay leadership positions. The drug was synthesized by South African Jews are elated by the overwhelming 68.7%"yes" vote Because the biblical lifespan is 70 Professor Michael Albeck of Bar- years, when a person reaches the for political reform in the nationwide referendum on the country's Ban's Chemistry Department and future. age of 82, it is considered appro­ developed by Professor Benjamin priate to hold a second ceremony Although South Africa's 118,000 Jews constitute little more than 2% of the Sredni, head ofthe Cancer, AIDS population, they played a disproportionate role in support of President F.W. de to commemorate the coming of Klerk's appeal to the white electorate for a mandate to continue reforms aimed and Immunology Research Insti­ age. at abolishing apartheid and achieving a non-racial democratic society. tute at Bar-Dan. Eisenstein is the eldest daugh­ The strength of South African Jewry's commitment to reform was evident The drug is currently being ter of Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan, when its representative body, the South African Jewish Board of Deputies, urged tested on lung cancer patients in who founded the a "yes" vote, the first time in 44 years that it had taken a stand on apolitical issue. Israel and will soon be tested on Reconstructionist Movement of School officials expected a shake-up of City College's black studies patients in the United States, ac­ Judaism in 1920. department after they ousted its chairman, Professor Leonard Jeffries, cording to Baker Cummins Phar­ Eisenstein is proud to be the whose divisive comments last year inflamed racial tensions. maceuticals, an Ivax subsidiary. first Bat Mitzvah, but acknowl­ At the recommendation of City College President Bernard Harleston, trust­ Clinical data so far indicates ees of the City University of New York on Monday voted 13-0, with one edged that hers was "not fully that when used in combination equal to the male counterpart." abstention by the student representative, to appoint Edmund Gordon to succeed with chemotherapeutic agents, it Jeffries. Jeffries, who has tenure, will remain on the faculty. At her Bat Mitzvah 70 years ago, Long a controversial figure on the City College campus, Jeffries attracted significantlyreducesnegative side the Torah was read by men, and national attention last July when he delivered a speech at a state-sponsored black effects associated with cancer che­ afterward she was allowed to stand arts festival that was widely criticized as being anti-Semitic and racist. He claimed motherapy. below the platform "at a very re­ that Jews and the Mafia "put together a financial system for the destruction of Dr. Phillip Frost, chairman of spectable distance from the scroll black people." He also asserted that Jews had helped finance the slave trade and Ivax, said "The prehminary data ofthe Torah" and recite from her that blacks may be intellectually superior to whites. developed for this drug are very own copy of the Five Books of Rabbi Sally Priesand, the first woman rabbi ordained in America, impressive." He said that while Moses. celebrated the 20th anniversary of her ordination at Founders' Day "considerable additional clinical "It all passed very peacefully," exercises at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. testing must be performed.we are she recalled. No thunder sounded. During her address on March 17, Priesand reflected upon the gifts feminism hopeful that if the data already No lightning struck." has bestowed on the Jewish community over the past 20 years. "The women's obtained are confirmed, the drug movement has served as a catalyst in encouraging a rethinking of previous models At the recent ceremony, will allow for more aggressive can­ of leadership," she said. "Nothing in my rabbinate gives me greater job than to Eisenstein~a noted musicologist, cer treatment with fewer side ef­ see my congregants study Torah, observe mitzvot and do Judaism for them­ composer and author—was hon­ fects." selves," she added. ored by prominent Jewish femi­ Since 1972, HUC-JIR has ordained 185 women rabbis and invested 70 women nists, including Betty Friedan, cantors, said Dr. Alfred Gottschalk, president of the school. Deadline for last Letty Cottin Pogrebin, Blu Please patronize our advertisers. Shofar of the season: Greenberg and Rabbi Rachel May 10th. Cowan. The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 5 Federation Matchmaker Service for Book Beat Q^ Unemployed Jews Because of the unusually high unemployment rate in Chatta­ Mingled Roots: A Guide to Interfaith Grandparenting nooga at this time, the Federation is running a selection of job wanted notices at no charge for unemployed members ofthe com­ by Sunie Levin munity. The Federation does not attest to the accuracy of the resumes. B'nai B'rith Women (BBW) introduced a new book "MingledRoots: A prospective employer who is interested in seeing full resumes, A Guide to Interfaith Grandparenting" in its 1992 biennial convention should contact Louis B. Solomon at the Federation at 894-1317. Mr. in Chicago. The book, commissioned by BBW and written by Solomon, who is coordinating this service, will forward the requested grandparenting expert Sunie Levin, is designed to help Jewish grand­ information and the employer may then contact the job seeker. parents build positive relationships with their grandchildren who are Unemployed members of the community may forward their being raised in an interfaith household and teach them about their resumes to Solomon. Employers who want to announce job open­ Jewish heritage. ings also should send a short job description to him. Mail resumes Levin, who holds degrees in psychology and education, wrote two and job descriptions to Louis B. Solomon, Federation Executive previous books on grandparents, Grandparents Little Dividends, and Director, P.O. Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN 37411. Your Grandchildren: Special Ways to Keep in Touch. She also edits a Neither the names ofjo b seekers nor potential employers will be grandparents' newsletter and leads seminars and workshops around printed. Rather, Solomon will forward appropriate resumes to the country on effective grandparenting. She is contributing editor to prospective employers. This is a communication service only — not Grandparent and Child magazines. an employment service. In introducing "Mingled Roots," BBW President Joan Kort noted that "more than one-half of Jews married since 1985 married non- The following resumes are currently on file: Jews, and of those marriages, only 28% ofthe children are being raised Jewish. A1990 survey conducted bythe Council of Jewish Federations Sales, Sales Management or Mar- Management or Management revealed that more than 600,000 children are growing up in interfaith keting position desired. Candidate Training position in the Medical Field has eighteen years solid sales, sales in a hospital, Physician's office or households. Many of those children have Jewish grandparentswho are management and marketing experi- clinic is desired. Candidate has expe- eager to pass on the values and traditions of Jewish life in a sensitive ence in carpet, furniture, lighting and rience in billing for insurance and manner without offending a non-Jewish son- or daughter-in-law." accessories. Is open to explore other bookkeeping for a medical practice, MingledRoots ismefirstbooktofocusspedficallyongrandparenting areas. Travel Ok. BFA degree in Candidate possesses extensive back- to interfaith grandchildren. Its publication is one of many outreach Architectural Design. ground with computers and develop- efforts by B'nai B'rith Women to help interfaith families cope with the Finance/Accounting Position or ing procedure manuals. Has nine 9 pressures facing them from their families and from society. It is Management Position in Education- years medical-related work experi- available from B'nai B'rith Women for$13.95. Toorder,call (202) 857- is desired by recent MBA. Thecandi- ence. Candidate possesses the fol- date possesses excellent communica- lowing degrees: MT ASCP, B.S. in 1370, or write to BBW Public Affairs Department, 1828 L Street, N.W^ tion skills and is computer literate. Medical Technology and is a M.S. Suite 250, Washington D.C,20036. Prior to receiving M.B.A had seven- candidate in Medical Services Admin- teen years teaching experience. B A. istration. degree in English, M.A degree in Attorney - recently returned to CChina" continued from page 3.) English and M.B.A with emphasis in area - seeking legal position with a .Relics ofthe Wartime Jewish Refugee Community Accounting and Finance. law firm or as in-house corporate Two synagogue buildings that were used by the European Jewish refugee Administrative Office position is counsel with a corporation. Experi- community-all of whose members left China after the war-are still standing, beeing sought by candidate with four- enced in all aspects of corporate and Rabbi Schneier reported. He said the delegation met with Pan Guang, dean of teen (14) years varied experiences in business law. Candidate also pos- the Center of Israel and Jewish Studies of the Chinese Institute for Peace and administration, banking, bookkeep- sesses experience in business mail­ Development, to discuss turning one of the buildings into a museum and archive ing, insurance and education. Can- agement and administration in the that would record the presence of the Jewish refugee community on Chinese soil. didate is computer literate and is open following areas: Labor relations and The Appeal of Conscience mission to China-the organization's fourth since toexplore various opportunities. Can- human resources, turn- key financing 1981-traveled as the official guests of the Chinese People's Association for didate was a Licensed Insurance operations; real estate acquisitions, Friendship with Foreign Countries at the invitation of its president, Han Zu, Agent in the State of Michigan and is development and management, ac- former Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. a member of Toastmasters Interna- counts receivable and collections and Rabbi Schneier said he particularly enjoyed his visit with Israel's new ambas­ tional and American Business short and long-term strategic plan- sador to China Zeev Sufot, in the newly-opened Israeli embassy in Beijing. The Women's Association. Has B.A de- ning. Candidate has 18 years legal embassy is planning a large seder during Passover to which Jewish diplomats gree in English. and business management experi­ serving other embassies in Beijing will be invited, along with news correspondents ence. BA in History and Govern- and visiting Israeli and Jewish businessmen. Have Job Open? ment and Juris Doctor degrees. The delegation, which came to China to survey religious life and religious Send Description Unemployed? freedom in the People's Republic, met with leading figures of all five of China's major religious communities, including Shi Kunbin, Imam ofthe Islamic Associa­ ^ Inte«stedemi4oye«shouldsend Send YOUT Resume tion of Beijing; Buddhist Abbot Zhou Shaoliang; Yin Jizen, president of the their company name, the name ofthe Beijing Christian Council; Fu Tieshan, Bishop ofthe Beijing Catholic Cathedral, contact person and a job description and Chen Liansheng, chairman of the Shanghai Taoist Association. for each kind of opening to; Please forward resumes to: The delegation found growing interest in religion on the part ofthe govern­ Louis B. Solomon, Executive Director, Chattanooga Jewish ment and a surge in attendance of religious services in all of the major faiths, Fedeation, P.O. Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN 37411 Rabbi Schneier said. Not all olim from the former Soviet Union are living the hard life. Watch Jerusalem On-Line More of them are buying cars than apartments, a recent survey Sundays at 6:30pjn. WTCI-TV45 (Cable 5) showed, bringing the number of immigrants since 1989 with ears up Sponsored by the Community Relations Committee of the Chattanooga to 19%. About 4,5%own both a car and apartment And a whopping • Jewish Federation 77% own television sets. Page 6 The SHOFAR, May, 1992

Mrs. Stadtler is the The Human Bridge-^ True Story author of numerous by Bea Stadtler books on Jewish The year was 1945. Hitler, whose dream dred thousand Jews lived in Palestine at this topics for young people, including was to conquer the world and destroy the time and they wanted to help. H Jews,wasdead. Mussolini, his Italian assistant The first World War had produced the The Holocaust washanged. Europe was suffering. Fieldshad Balfour Declaration from Britain.which stated Reader: A history of x been destroyed; cities bombed and left as that Palestine should be the Jewish homeland. Courage and rubble; houses demolished; roads torn up; Millions of Jews had been massacred in Eu­ Resistance. ^if bridges had caved in. People of every nation rope and thousands were now homeless. Still who managed to remain alive in the concen­ the British would not allow them back into with the wire cutters tration and death camps began to return to Palestine. Entry permits had to be obtained hurried to the Bea Stadtler their homeland. Each government began and not one Jew was officially allowed into marked place and searching for its people. Only one nation- Palestine without a permit—but few were is­ again began cutting the fence. One scissors one people—had no place to go. One nation sued. Still streams of refugees travelled to­ broke. Those who had to round up the refu­ was not allowed to leave the camps because ward Eretz Yisrael. gees squeezed through the small hole and the the countries in Europe did not want them The Yishuv -the 6000,000 Jews in Pales­ cutting went on, slowly, tediously, patiently back. And these people who had lived thou­ tine had played an honorable part in the de­ and with bleeding hands. However, time was sands of years in Poland, in Germany, in feat ofthe nazis. Though they disliked Britain, getting short and soon it would be daybreak. Lithuania and other countries, were not con­ 200,000young men and women enlisted in the The second scissors broke—and immediately sidered citizens of those countries. One British army because they hated Hitler more. the third. From a distance the outlines ofthe people—the Jews-had no home—no place A special Jewish Brigade with Jewish officers approaching refugees could be seen. Some where they were wanted. was organized. All of them were members of were being carried by the Hagana soldiers The Allied forces—Russia, America, the Hagana -the Jewish army of Eretz Yisrael. and some were able to walk themselves. France and Britain took over the camps in This special brigade, including the parachut­ Had the British discovered this night raid, which the Jewish refugees were concentrated. ists, worked toward defeating Hitler and try­ the whole unit would have been jailed-per- They posted Germans as unarmed caretakers ing to rescue as many Jews as possible from haps for as long as 20 years. This did not stop inside the camps, while Allied soldiers guarded Europe. The order was "do everything pos­ them—these Jewish soldiers wanted their outside. sible and more than possible to bring Jews to people to be free. But dawn was beginning to In Germany, Austria and Italy, were many Palestine." The first organized army of Jews break. Few people were able to crawl through of the Jews who had somehow managed to from Palestine turned into a rescue army. the two small openings. Others were weeping escape from the nazis. They had little to eat, Often there were fights between British and in despair. no place to sleep and so, although they were Jewish soldiers, because the Jewish soldiers Suddenly Moshe, aPalestinian soldier from "free" they came to the Allied camps of their gave food and clothes to the Jewish refugees. Fin Harod, a young Sabra, jumped up. In a own accord. The camps, though, were really And at night, in darkness, groups of soldiers moment he had thrown himself on the barbed not much better than they had been under the from the Jewish Brigade stole refugees from wire fence. In a shouted whisper he said in Germans. the camps. broken Yiddish, "walk on me." The fright­ At this time Palestine was under the British One day, the Jewish Brigade was on the ened refugees, mere skin and bones, did not Mandate. Britain was the "protector" of that border of Tarvisio in Italy, near the border of understand him. He shouted again and two country. Orders were given by the British that Austria. They received an order to cut the soldiers began leading the refugees over the no Jewish refugees were to enter Palestine, wire enclosing a concentration camp and help head of Moshe from Fin Harod. After a few although Eretz Yisrael or Palestine had been 182 refugees escape. The camp,however,was moments, Saadya, a Yemenite boy created home to the Jews for thousands of years, since surrounded by a high fence which had three the second human bridge. Now two rows of the days ofthe Bible. Britain did not want to separate layers of wire interwoven in it. The refugees were able to walk over the living anger the Arabs by allowing Jewish immigra­ entrance to the camp was blocked and guarded. bridges. On the other side ofthe fence willing tion into Palestine, for it was many Arab na­ Two soldiers dressed as refugees stole inside hands received them. Soon the whole group tions that surrounded the tiny Eretz Yisrael. the camp to alert the inmates to be ready to had passed over and were loaded on the lor­ A tiny quota of immigration was allowed, leave at 12:15 at night. The soldiers outside ries. which, in comparison with the thousands of the camp had to arrange for the escape at the Afew ofthe boys tore-yes, tore Moshe and Jews huddled in concentration camps was right moment. Saadya from the spiked fence. It was not easy nothing. Inspite of British orders, though, Three wire cutters were obtained, and the because the spikes tore into their bodies. As tens of thousands of Jewish refugees did cross places where three holes had to be cut were the lorries drove away, the orderlies cut the the borders, and did secretly enter Palestine. selected. Three holes were necessary so that clothes of Saadya and Moshe and gave them This movement was known as Aliya Bet, the the refugees could creep through rapidly and first aid. Near Saadya sat a young Polish illegal immigration. Mostly they went through be loaded on lorries quickly. The fence, refugee. He asked the orderly, "May I help?" Italy on their way to Palestine, since Italy was though, was not only triple steel, but barbed He began licking the wounds of Saadya. Ev­ on the Mediterranean Sea, as was Eretz wire with wire bristles covering every inch. eryone in the truck forgot his or her private Yisrael. The soldiers who began cutting soon had bleed - sorrow and witnessed the first blood covenant The Jews from Eretz Yisrael wanted to ing hands. The firstsmal l opening was made, of the nation~of Israel-to-be—a blood cov­ welcome those Jews from Europe's furnaces. however, and two boys were sent into the enant from East and West-the boy from They longed to help these people, who had, by barracks to round up the people. It was pitch Yemen and the boy from Poland—the rescued some miracle escaped the smoking gas cham­ black and the boys returned in a few minutes, and the rescuer—one nation—one people. bers. They wanted to make them whole again, saying they could not find the barracks. The and useful, beloved people-not anonymous officer in charge discovered a mistake had Special thanks to photographer, Robert been made. Theopemngwastobe about one- Cumins, whose photo of Begin, Carter and numbers. And they wanted to share their land Sadat appearedon page 3 ofthe AprilShofar. with the pitiful remnant of Europe. Six hun­ quajjej* of,ajmile further down. The soldiers 'UUWWt/'lUV The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 7 Delegation of 11 Chattanoogans Attended Washington 8

An unprecedented delegation of eleven Chattanoogans were among Critical Domestic Issues. They were addressed by Congress members, the 3,100 community leaders who attended the UJA Young Leadership ambassadors, foreign ministers and scholars from both sides of the Conference in Washington, D.C- March 15-17,1992. The theme ofthe Atlantic. One afternoon, during the conference, all 3,100 delegates eighth national gathering for young leaders across the continent was decended on Capitol Hill to visit their members of Congress. Most Our World at a Turning Point: A Call to Action. Conference days began unbelievably, the delegates ate all of their meals together. at 6:45 ajn. with Shacharit services, continuing into the small hours The Chattanooga group included: Barry Bogo, Debbie Cohen, ofthe night with plennary and concurrent sessions dealing with topics Bryan and Wendy Kunin, Alan Lebovitz, Michael Lebovitz, Leon from Holocaust, Anti-Semitism in America and Jewish-Christain Minsky, Mary and Jay Susman, Gregg Wiston and Stuart Wiston. Relations, to Grass Roots Activism, I'm Okay, You'd Better Be Perfect Below, some ofthe participants shared their reactions to the confer­ (on the difficulty of singles meeting and accepting each other and the ence. implications for the future of Jewish life) and the Jewish Response to The mere fact that The UJA Young Wow! We heard this UJA's Young Leadership Leadership Conference word used many times Washington Conference wasan insightful andedu- from many speakers and had 3,100 participants cational experience for I think it best describes was purely exciting. The r\ me. There were many my reaction to my first conference offered me a great highlights but the UJA Young Leadership chance to focus my ef- enlightening speech that Conference. The pro­ fortson behalf of the UJA, Shoshana Cardin gave grams were all so interest­ through my participation really made me think of ing andinformative that I on the Young Leadership what it is to be Jewish. had a hard time deciding Cabinet. Visiting our rep­ She spoke of the Jewish just which one to attend resentatives on Capitol people changing from a One of my favorites was a Hill was a highlight as it _r.< allowed us to register our M "Me" generation to a per­ session on the Jewish com­ spective of a "We" gen­ munity of the future. The Mary Susman convictions with Michael Lebovitz eration. The generation Bryan Kunin Panelists included Dr. Arthur Gree, President America's leadership. in which wecan all make a difference for thebetterment Reconstructionist Rabbinical College; Rabbi Larry The volume of insightful speakers that filled the ofthe Jewish people all over the world and Israel in Kushner from Sudbury, MA; and Jack Ukeles, Presi­ three days was of exceptional quality. Gaining a greater particular. We need Israel to survive because it is that dent, UkelesAssociates, Community Organization Con­ understanding of the Peace Process, Israel's perception one link that holds all the Jewish people ofthe world sultants. Each of the panelist left us with their own in the Media, the current situation between the US together as one. We all need to take a part in preserving views and concerns for the future, however, they all Government and the Israeli Government and the views the Jewish culture and each person can make a differ- agreed that we must teach our children our heritage and of Senator Barbara Mikluski were just a few of the i by caring and taking action, whether it be giving give them a strong Jewish identity. We can do this highlights. The 1994 Washington conference will be money, time, support, orwritingtoyourCongressperson. through Day Schools, Torah Schools, Jewish Camps bigger and more challenging and I am looking forward The 'We"generation can and will make a difference. and trips or missions to Israel. to participating in it. Michael Lebovitz Another highlight of the conference was when I Our mission to Capitol Hill was as very good expe­ heard the triumphs and frustrations of a Soviet olah. rience. It was exciting and rewarding to see 3,100people The first highlight of You really don't get the true feeling until you hear the walking around the Hill, each of us very informed after the conference was when r real life story of a particular individual's struggle for two days of briefings. I hope that our mission willprove we were addressed by freedom andcommitment to come to the State of Israel. to be successful. Moshe Arens, the Minis­ The touching story she told made me really feel how This conference taught me how important it is for ter of Defense for Israel. lucky we are to be at this point in history, where we are each of us to be involved in our community to support Mr. Arens came to speak able to take part in such a momentous experience such Jewish education of our children and continuing edu­ to us just minutes after as helping our fellow Soviet Jews by partcipating in cation of ourselves. Mary Susman talkingtotheUS.Defense Operation Exodus. Overall, Washington 8 was an Secretary, Dick Cheney. incredible and memorable experience. Am Yisrael In his speech, Arens First of all, to me the Chai Bryan Kunin eluded to the fact that Is­ most important aspect of rael was a small but proud the Young Leadership nation, and although the f& The entire conference Conference isthe fact that _. . loan guarantees for ab- was educational and it was truly "a call to ac­ WendyKumn sorption are essential for thought-provoking as to tion." Sometimes, back what each of us as Jews in our hometowns, we fail Israel's struggling economy, Israel had no intention of can do to help Israel and to realize the seriousness crawling and begging for the loan guarantees. What our own Jewish commu­ of the problems affecting made this moment so specialwas not just Moshe Arens' nities survive andprosper. the Jewish community words, but the response ofthe 3,000 Jewish leaders who We were given the oppor­ both here at home and hadgatheredto hear him speak. They were standingup, tunity to hear from some abroad The conference standing on chairs, yelling, screaming, cheering and of the most dynamic in Washington was di­ clapping. That moment will forever be etched in my people in Israeli politics rected to each individual mind and heart. and from our own gov­ attending not to drop the Leon Minsky The second highlight occurred on the last night of ernment. AH 3,100 con­ ball once we get back to our respective hometowns. the conference. We were attending a dinner plenary ference participants con­ Secondly, the conference stirred in me an interest to entitled "The Miracle and Meaning of Aliyah, "andwe verged on Capitol Hill at Jay Susman had heard a wonderful and dynamic Marvin Lender, (T> learn more about the Holocaust and the desire to go to the same time, to talk with our respective Congressmen Israel. The conference also taught me to be a part of, National Chairman ofthe United Jewish Appeal speak. about Israeli and religious issues, such as loan guaran­ and not just an observer, of Jewish causes and to reach This was followed by a special performance of Soviet tees and refugee resettlement. My Hill visits were with out and help others because there is more to life than Olim singers. They were incredible, and when they Rep. Jim Cooper from the 4th Congressional District of "self. I would like to thank the Chattanooga Jewish started singing, "Oseh Shalom" and the crowd joined r Tennessee, and Leon Fuerthfrom Senator Al Gore's Community for the chance to go and be a part of our in, swaying together arm-in-arm in the candlelight, it office. Both were insightful and stimulating. community's representation in Washington, D.C. was an incredible experience far beyond description. -»_u -Jay Susman •—r-•*- —*» Leon Minsky I Wendy Kunin Page 8 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 1992 Jewish Community Center Annual Report 1 The Chattanooga Jewish Community Center people, but a few deserve a moment of acclaim. Mary Susman, our held its 47th Annual Meeting on Monday, Federation Volunteer of the Year, is now well known to this group, but her efforts for the last three years have revived programming in March 23rd in the Adult Lounge ofthe JCC. this organization. We know that we are just scratching the surface, Thefollowing are excerpts ofthe thoughtful but without Mary, there would be no future. Lee Brouner, our and timely comments of out-going JCC Treasurer for three years, has helped turn us into a fiscally respon­ President, David Uiin, on that occasion. sible organization. Without his efforts, the doors would be closed. Lastly, my best example. One of the leading fundraisers for this Tonight is the fourth time that I have been privi­ organization the last five years has never been discussed in a Board leged to stand before the Annual Meeting of the Meeting. We have never had to ask for volunteers, or beg for Board Chattanooga Jewish Community Center. I have al­ Members to participate. One man has taken on the sole mantle of ways stood before this group with mixed emotions; leadership and through his efforts the Basketball League has raised tonight I stand here proud of what we have accom­ approximately $25,000. Mr. Bill Warren came on this Board with plished, disappointed at what we have not brought to me and now leaves with me. He remains my true friend. He fruitation, happy to have someone as great as Amelia represents what all Board members should strive to be, what all to turn this organization over to, and finally, a little successful Boards need. Someone who gets the job done without sad about losing my parking place by the dumpster acclaim or prodding. He just does it. For five years now, Bill next to Lou's. Warren has just done it. Thanks. Three years ago, we spoke about personal growth Two years ago, we discussed the changes that I felt necessary to and my hope to feel that my years at the JCC would help revitalize the JCC. We knew that the changes would be be personally gratifying. I strongly recommend difficult for all, and that change would take time, and effort. Westill Dr. David Ulin, becoming the head of an organization to all of you. are attempting to sell this building and move the JCC to newer Outgoing JCC President The feeling of self-worth that comes with the posi­ quarters, designed for the new needs of the Chattanooga JCC in tion is all the payment required. Thank God. 1992. We have a long way to go on this issue. thank Lou for all he has taught me. I We also spoke of the feeling of service. To do Last year we spoke about the pendulum of change swinging in thank Lou for being my good friend. something for the good of many, often with no per­ a positive direction. I can more clearly see positive changes taking Oscar Wilde tells us, "The only sonal acclaim. We are blessed with many such place. Fiscally, we are in great balance. We still require too much thing that one really knows about hu­ funding from the Federation and United Way to be fiscally strong, man nature is that it changes. Change but we are making marked progress. is the one quality we can predicate on." Programming, which has never been my strong suit, has made This organization, like the people who leaps forward through the efforts of Mary, Amelia, and the Pro­ make it up, must go through change. gramming Committee, and the professional help of Jodi Michel We must be tethered to that which and Wendy Kunin. We are still trying to find the proper focus, but usedtowork,butdoesn'tnow. Change I now feel that the proper people are in place to carry this out. is difficult, but to not change is foolish I have for years marveled at the relationship my dad has with and potentially lethal to this organiza­ Bill Grossman, Director of this Center years ago. After having tion and community. been blessed with three years of Lou Solomon, I can understand my I thankyou,the Board of Directors dad's attachment. Lou has made all of the good times better, and of the Chattanooga Jewish Commu­ the bad times ok. He has taught me political skills, and people skills nity Center, for allowing me to play a that I never possessed before. The relationship between an Execu­ small part in this community's history. tive Director and his President can be a phenomenal experience. I I am a much better person for it.

(L-R) Harry Stern, guest speaker; Amelia Lebovitz, newly elected JCC President; David Ulin, outgoing JCC President. m wmM Msm9Mfr^M

Left: Robert Stahl (r) presents David Ulin JCC Board members new and seasoned; (L- with a shofar, as atoken of our gratitude for R) Leon Minsky, Larry Mack, Elisabeth his three years ofservice to the community as Gordon, Stuart Frank, Bertha Phillips, JCC President. Erika Brouner, Mary Spector and Barbara Rofe\ The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 9

1992 Nominating Committee Report c ) Officers ofthe Chattanooga Jewish Community Center for 1992

President. Amelia lebovitz Vice-President. ColmanHochman Vice-President. Yuppie Shavin Vice-President. Mary Susman Secretary..... Melinda Rosenthal Treasurer. Lee Brouner Amelia Lebovitz, President Colman Hochman, Vice-President

JCC Board Members

For Three Year Term Expiring 1994 Dene Demain Leon Minsky Elisabeth Gordon Larry Mack Colman Hochman Mary Spector Amelia Lebovitz

For Two Year Term Expiring 1993

Erika Brouner Joy Greenberg Stuart Frank Judy Stahl

Continuing Board Members Yuppie Shavin, Vice-President Mary Susman, Vice-President

Sara Brandman Gwen Richelson Cyndi Creedh Barbara Rofe' Bertha Phillips Michael Spector

Nominating Committee Members

Chair Robert Stahl Committee Colman Hochman Members Amelia Lebovitz Barbara Rofe' Mary Susman

Jewish Community Center Staff Louis B. Solomon, Executive Director Melinda Rosenthal, Vice-Pres. Lee Brouner, Treasurer Wendy Kunin, Program Coordinator The JCC is not going out of Business! Mildred Stallings, Bookkeeper We are trying to sell the building Support Staff: Sara Jo Bodkin, Gerry McQueen, RuthVotava and move to a more efficient facility Maintenance: Marvin BeemerJerome Carr, designed to meet the changing needs ClaudeThompson, John Gaines of the Chattanooga Jewish Community Page 10 the SHOFAR, May, 1992

challenges facing his or her institution that are remarkable in their similarity: Marketing, Programming * Should our programming be Judaically oriented or universal as we are not attracting sufficient numbers? * Membership is dropping. * Agencies are beset by Fiscal problems, * A good and Planning Strategies for part of our membership is active only out of a "Salute The Flag" historical perspective. * Our population is dispersed. * Our Facility is aging. * Should we refurbish our fitnessfacility ? the JCC as we Approach the The census data shows that we Jews are much more diverse than we had 21 st Century previously assumed, presenting the JCC's with an opportunity. The JCC's welcoming pluralistic environment is an excellent vehicle to reach out to our by Dr. Harry Stern diverse population. The studies have shown us how great the percentage of Jews Executive Director ofthe Jewish living in non-traditional environments is. Our outreach and attraction then, cannot be traditional. There is a great need for informal Jewish education for our Community Centers of Atlanta singles; our many intermarried families and our large and increasing single parent families. It is an honor and a privilege to be Traditionally, the JCCs have the programmaticsophistication, the flexibility, here tonight atyour 47th Annual Meet­ the physical plant, the humanistic approach and the commitment to Jewish ing. I can only imagine the many won­ pluralistic programming. Nowwe must develop the glue that binds the continuity derful and varied events and programs together--that of Jewish family education. that took place in this facility. Our In a recent paper on Jewish education, the presentor made a number of older buildings ring with a history and insightful observations: heritage that look back to past days A) We nasi invent replacements for what used to occur naturally. Jewish learning and the Interest la Jewish life must again become a central part of Jewish families. when things seemed clearer and easier. Dr. Harry Stern B) We need to create for ourselves a Jewish "InvMble Village." Because we are so dispersed, we must Things may not have really been easier find sustenance built on oar religion, history, traditions, celebrations, customs, and shared associations. but they were different. The mission ship targets: Synagugues with lectures The JCCs shoald play a major role in this effort ofthe Jewish Community Centers has series, Yoga classes and Mah Jongg For the JCC's to remain relevant and to contribute to Jewish continuity and evolved over the years to one that now tournaments; Federations increasing family cohesiveness, we must find ways to address what is missing from our family calls upon us to play a major role in the their programming arms; Day Schools life. To contribute to the creation of the "Invisible Village" concept, we must continuity of Jewish life. Settlement adopting substantial After School pro­ design programs that respond to our community's needs, are of the highest houses of the past, had a mission to gram formats. We are all struggling to quality and are run in a fiscally-responsible and professional manner. perform: To reach out to and affiliate bring that same Jewish family under a Our increasingly sophisticated population will no longer attend programs Jews who were strangers in a strange Jewish roof. that are inferior to the competitions' or take for granted a population that once land. Today, this mission has returned And so, as the JCC's find them­ was bound to us by a deeper imperative than consumerism. We, as a Center and intensified and the strangers are selves in this increasingly competitive movement, must continue to develop and refine the notions of a continuum of often our own children and siblings. environment with an unclear mission services. That is, each service area that delivers programs to an age group is like The topic upon which I have been who do we serve? Do we compete a link in a chain. Preschool is connected to our youth programming which in turn, asked to speak this evening, JCC pro­ with Health Clubs? Should we be pri­ is the building block for our pre-teen and teen programming. If we do not connect grams—How We Plan and Market Them marily Jewish? How do we make "Jew­ our programs and market within our continuum, it will be too hard to create new -speaks to how we are defining and ish" attractive? How do we stay finan­ and isolated programming. Teens will not attend our programs in substantial redefining our mission. To begin with, cially solvent? We look at our Jewish numbers unless they have developed the ties over a period of time. let me try to set the stage within which population nationally and find little we must perform those programmatic comfort. tasks. The recent CJF national Jewish We are in some pretty turbulent population survey, of which I am cer­ waters. It is a time of great uncertainty tain you are aware, highlights for us a for us politically, internationally and picture of a complex people in a period competitively. Anti-Semitism, Anti- of marked transition. Our people seem Israel propaganda, escalating Mid-East to be identifying more by culture and violence, political chicanery victimiz­ less by religion. The data reflect much ing Israel and jeopardizing its strategic to worry about. Mostly they herald alliance with the United States, form a disaffiliation and assimilation. The partial backdrop. Nationally, the eco­ data speak volumes about howwe have nomic climate is having a dramatic a penchant for weakening ourselves. impact on our Federations. Increased * Roughly one-third of the United States demand for designated gifts; special population was born between 1945 and 1965-the "Baby Boom" years-about 40% of Jews are Baby campaigns, and extraordinary overseas Boomers. and Israeli financial demands, are plac­ * There are twice as many Jews in their thirties ing great burdens on Federations and as in their fifties. seriously straining their ability to suffi­ * Intermarriage rates increased dramatically after 1985 - A large part of the Baby Boomers are ciently finance the burgeoning service intermarried. agencies and programs our communi­ * Many young children have only one Jewish ties are demanding. parent, and so Jewish identity and education are JCC members visit at the reception following the Annual Meeting. increasingly important concerns. Similarly, JCCs are facing great * Over two-thirds of the core Jewish popula­ The Center is redefining its mis­ The JCC must additionally, re­ challenges. Increasingly, we must tion was born in the Northeast and Midwest, with one-thirdbornintheSouthandWest. Today.only sion nationally. Jewish family educa­ spond with the development of pro­ search for ways to develop programs about 55% live in the Northeast and Midwest, and tion is our passport to the future—our grams that explore each conceivable and services that not only meet the 45% live in the South and West. The South's contribution totheTnvisibl e Village.'' connection with our central mission: needs of our community, but do so in a Jewish population is growing significantly. The JCC is uniquely positioned to in­ The continuity of Jewish life. Cultural financially-responsible manner. But * The study also shows that while some as­ pects of Jewish identity remain strong Seders, fuse Jewish customs, thinking and val­ Arts programs-music, artistic perfor­ how do we do so when we find our etc. other measures have weakened considerably, ues into much of its programs. mances, art exhibits, theatrical, pro­ membership bases eroding? Our fi­ eg, Synagogue affiliation, etc. We have already noted the great ductions, touch our Jewish nerve cen­ nancial support slipping? Our mission The challenges on the horizon are need for preschool services. Early ters in a way few other programs do. unclear? Our Jewish population widely formidable and I believe that the Jew­ childhood programs offer fertile The Jews age-long involvement in the dispersed and generally, finding many ish Community Centers are among ground for introducing Jewish content arts is not capricious. There is a con­ of the prior social obstacles lifted en­ those best positioned to respond to into the curriculum. Many preschools nection between these programs and abling us to join many other institu­ them. But the Centers can no longer have foundtha t this exposure is impor- , the cultural foundation built in our tions? And, a growing sense of com­ do "Business As Usual." At our JCC tant for the whole family constellation preschools. petitiveness with other Jewish institu­ Executive Conferences, we hear Di­ as the child brings his or her learning (Continued on next page.) tions for the same perceived member- rector after Director recite a litany of back to the home. k The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 11 w» The JCC Preschool

Getting ready to play on a cool, clear day. (L-R) Rebecca Rector, Katie Cooper, Miriam Pate, 111: ill Patrick Flynn, Dana Bruell, Anna Mulligan, Alex Peck, Connor McAfee, John Thompson, Austin VarneU, Zachary VarneU, Joel Sherwin, AUissa Beker, Taft Sibley, Tiffany Williams, Robbie Walker, Sam Kavkewitz, Jessica Williams and Cody Keown.

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^ TheJCCPreschoolstaff: (L-R) Maria Flynn, Pat McDade, LeNet Parker and Debbie Moberfy. (Dr. Stern's comments, Continued from page 8.) Adult lecture series exploring every conceivable Lunch Bunchers munch away every day at the JCC with Day Care worker Joni Betterson. aspect of our Jewish persona - Middle Eastern poli­ tics; Hebrew-Yiddish language or poetry classes; interest. This is a more monumental task. Sufficient ish and who may or may not be interested in convert­ studies of Kabbalistic writings; and a myriad of other marketing and public relations expertise exists to ing to Judaism. Even in families where there are two subjects can be presented. They must be profession­ help us formulate our plan of attack. These experts Jewish parents, there may be surprisingly little knowl­ ally designed and delivered by experts. won't be able to help us if our mission and the edge of our Jewish heritage. The JCC has a major The range of programs should be apparent. They resolute determination to stay with it wavers. role to play here. must stem from a clarity of our mission and vision as In conclusion, as Shirley Frank of JCCA noted, Geographic dispersal separates extended fami­ Jewish Community Centers. The planning, pro­ we see that Jewish families today come in all sizes and lies and the cultural transmission we often depended gramming, and marketing of our strategies over the shapes-from single parent families, to single person upon our grandparents for is weakened or non­ next decade present perhaps one of our most formi­ households, to "blended" families consisting of re­ existent. A result is an increasingly alienated and dable challenges. We are not responding to external married adults and any combination of children from unaffiliated Jewish community. Many parents be­ forces war, anti-Semitism, etc. as much as internal current and previous marriages. Jewish families cause of lack of time or knowle ind it hard to. phenomena assimilation, disaffiliation, plain lack of today increasingly include a partner who is not Jew- ic rl s yL r (Continued on page 10.) ,wto& adi CM feed '£* ' ' - ia£«_ti »a %?, miv.h. moti Page 12 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 A Tribute to Our JCC Golden Agers

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Dr. Stern's Comments, The Jewish Community (continued from page 9.) Philosophy ofthe pass on to their children our rich and Chattanooga Jewish Community Center ofthe United Way of Greater precious traditions. The JCC has a The Agency's goal is to improve the quality of life of the Jewish major role to play here. Chattanooga and the With its ability to serve all ages CommunityandgeneralCommunityojChattanoogabyproviding Chattanooga Jewish and religious denominations, the quality social, cultural, recreational and educational services to Federation,andamemberof JCC is an ideal entry point into indivUuak,groupsandfamilwsthatwiUenhance the individuals^ the Jewish Community Jewish practice and family life edu­ skills and personal development, It is the goal to foster closer cation. The JCC has a major role to Center Association of North play in howour Jewish life is shaped family ties and promote constructive use of one's leisure time. America. in the coming decade.

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Sadie Kopkin Bertha Phillips Polly Pressman Gitta Stein | At Left: (L-R) Mary Spector SPSS' >s .-•'''.;• Miriam Richelson Genia Gelman m Mollye Norman vi win Not pictured with the Golden Agers is their M. long time president, Mrs. Dora Fruman. Page 14 The SHOFAR, May, 1992

Something Good and Almost Good For You, Too (Question of the Month:) Ifyou're anythinglikeme.you probably have asweettooth. Mine, Why is a Yiddishe Momma however, is coupled with a conscience. So is Brenda Lefkoff s. She has shared these yummy recipes with us this month, which are sure different than all other mothers? to please and provide a vitamin or two along with a bit of fiber. Don't Lou Meltzer: A Yiddishe tell-just enjoy! MPS Momma is different from aU other mothers because a Yiddishe Oatmeal Muffins Brenda Lefkoff Momma shows her character 1 c. regular oats, uncooked 1 c. buttermilk through chicken soup. Themagic 1/3 c. margarine, softened 1 egg cure-all. There are wonderful 1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar 1 c. flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt mothers all over the world but none can compare because the Combine oats and buttermilk and let stand 1 hour. Cream secret is the secret ingredient in margarine and sugar; add egg and beat well. Combine dry ingredi­ her chicken soup. ents and stirinto creamed mixture. Addoatmrxture.mixingwell. Fill greased muffin tins 213 full. Bake at 250 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.

Date - Butterscotch Chews Brenda Lefkoff 11/2 sticks margarine 1 c. sifted flour 1 c. brown sugar legg 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp. baking powder Lou Meltzer 1 (8 oz.) pkg. chopped dates 1/2 c. chopped nuts Miriam Richelson: I think that Melt margarine in sauce pan. Add brown sugar and heat slowly a Jewish child in a Jewish until melted stirring constantly. Cool slightly. Add egg and vanilla. home...it's a normal thing to be Mix flour and baking powder and add to mixture in sauce pan. Blend over-protected by a Jewish in dates and nuts. Spread in a greased 8" pan. Bake.in 350 degree mother because all mothers are oven for 35-40 minutes. Cool. Sprinkle with confectioners sugar and mothers and they all love their cut into squares. children, but there's something Brenda Lefkoff in a Yiddishe Momma that— I Banana Squares 2 c. flour 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt thinkit'sthegene. I really believe 3/4 c. margarine, softened 1 egg it's the Yiddishe gene and those Miriam Richelson 2/3 c. sugar 2/3 c. brown sugar, firmlypacke d who want to, are able to catch it. 1 tsp. vanilla 11/2 c. mashed bananas I think it's just a feeling of over protection;feeling that they want to 1/2 c. each raisins or nuts or other favorites make them the best something that they will ever be. And this is the way I feel, right or wrong. Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and egg and blend in Art Rosenberg: It's because a banana. Add flour mixture and mix well. Stir in other ingredients. Jewish mother is always trying Spread in greased and floured 9 x 13" pan. Bake at 350 degrees for to stuff something more intoyou. 30-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool; cut into squares. Italian mothers too. ALL SEASONS Mother's Day is May 10th. It would be a very TRAVEL nice time to tell your mother and for the other Joy Greenberg very special women in your life how they have Nancy Ulin made a difference in your life. Carol Young Happy MothefsDayi Art Rosenberg Aimricw Society Is there a question you would like answered? Let us hear from you. at Tfvt Agwite 892- The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 15

From the Chair of Excellence A Message from the Consul General by Dr. Irven Resnick New Faces in Chair of Excellence in the Upper Judaic Studies, UTC Echelons A Lesson of the On the 23rd of June 1992, Is­ Holocaust rael will have its general elections. One of the more unsettling juxtapositions in The primaries are already behind the Jewish calendar is the near coincidence of Dr. Irven Resnick us and the election campaign is Passover, acelebration of deliverance, with Yom right ahead. HaShoah, a commemoration of destruction. The Shoah or Holocaust In the two big parties "Likud" remains an event that defies human comprehension and potentially threatens and "Labour" we can find this time the liberal conviction that, at bottom, human nature is benevolent and many new faces, usually in their Dr. Alon Liel inclined toward the good. When we survey the impact of the Holocaust upon thirties and forties. Thirty-five of the new candidates of these two parties the Jewish world-the death of millions of innocent victims, the near destruc­ were born after the State of Israel was founded. Some of the youngest tion of an entire culture-it is easy to succumb to a kind of pessimism that members of the present Knesset have made an impressive jump froma back encourages a retreat to a tribal loyalty or ethnicity that depicts the larger bench position right into the upper echelons. world as essentially hostile to Jews, and depicts Gentiles as essentially the Among the new faces that will enter the Israeli Parliament - The Knesset, enemy of the Jews. During March, however, Chattanooga viewers had the we can find on the Likud side: opportunity to watch on Public Television, Pierre Sauvage's film, "Weapons * David Mena - The Director of Israel's Employment Authority. of the Spirit." This film documents the remarkable resistence of a small * Ron Nachman - The Mayor of Ariel. French village, LeChambon sur Lignon, to the efforts of the Vichy govern­ * Asad Asad - A Druze that served as a Colonel in the Israeli Army and ment to identify and ultimately to deport to death camps thousands of French later as a diplomat in Israel's delegation to the United Nations. and foreign Jews. A very small village, Le Chambon is credited with * Sylvan Shalom - Chairman of Israel's Electric Authority. concealing and saving almost 5,000 Jewish children. * Yossi Alchimeir - The head of the Prime Minister's Bureau. In an interview, the filmmaker asked the wife of the Protestant pastor of The Labour list is headed this time by former Premiere Yitzhak Rabin. Le Chambon what sort of organization had existed in the village to hide On the Labour list we can find three Generals who are entering political Jewish children. She remarked that if there had been an organization, their life: OriOr now the Director of the JNF in Israel, EfraimSneh son ofthe efforts would certainly have failed. It was individuals in Le Chambon who, late member of Knesset, Moshe Sneh and Avigdor Kahalani a famous moved by conscience, were compelled to act. No organization, no authority armour commander and war hero. Also we can find on the Labour list demanded it of them. It was their own sense of what was righttha t led them among the new faces: to place themselves, their families, and their property at risk. This supports * Nission Zvili - Head of Israel's Moshavim Movement. what many researchers have found over the last 20 years in studies of the * RafiElul-MayorofMazkeret Bathia. "Righteous Gentile," individuals like those at Le Chambon, who managed to * Masha Lobelskt - Head of "Naamat" once Pioneer Women. save 200,000 Jews from destruction. * Dalia Itzik - Deputy to Mayor Teddy Kollek in Jerusalem. Although some who saved Jews in Europe may have done so from less * Yael Day an - An author and prominent journalist, daughter of the late than honorable motives, most were motivated by a sense of decency that General and Minister Moshe Dayan. conflicts with the image of a world essentially hostile to Jews. The Altruistic The climbing up on the party ladder among the young members of the Personality Project, headed by Professor Samuel P. Olner, has conducted present Knesset was mainly on behalf of Mosh* Katzav, Israel's Transpor­ hundreds of interviews with rescuers and survivors to try to identify common tation Minister number 5 on the Likud list and Meir Shetreet, the Trea­ factors among Righteous Gentiles that may explain their ability to preserve surer of the Jewish Agency 11th on the Likud list. Benjamin Netanyahu intact their own humanity, by saving others. Despite efforts to identify unique 6th, Beni Begin 7th, and Roni Milo 8th, maintained their positions. and peculiar sociological features in the backgrounds of the rescuers that On the Labour list the big surprise was the major achievement of M.K. would link them together and remove them from the larger human commu­ Avraham Burg, son of the ex-Minister Yossef Burg, who was elected to the nity which did nothing at all, some scholars have now arrived at the third place on Labour's list after Rabin and Peres. Chaim Ramon, head of conclusion that there was little remarkable about their backgrounds. These the Labour Knesset factor 6th and Professor Shimon Shetreet 11th also were ordinary people who responded to a sense of what is right and good with made a considerable "jump forward." extraordinary fervor, and acted upon it. They themselves may not understand Neither ofthe big two parties have elected a Russian Oleh (new immi­ why. One of the participants in the Altruistic Personality Project tried to grant), as a candidate for the Knesset The smaller parties that have already explain in the following manner: "All my life has been crossed with Jewish elected their candidates also did not place a Russian candidate in a "safe people. I don't know why. That's the way it is sometimes. I couldn't say no place" on their lists. This fact might strengthen the Da parry recently when they asked me for help. I hated the Germans for what they did. Why established by the Russian olim and headed by Yuli Koshorovsky - one of the do they hate the Jews so much? I never know. Nobody can give me an answer more prominent refusniks. The Da party needs 1.5% of the total vote to get on this. When I think about myself, I feel sorry for them." Quoted from its first seat in the Knesset. If the party will be able to capture enough votes Lawrence Baron's, "The Dynamics of Decency: Dutch Rescuers of Jews Yuli Koshorovsky will be another new face in Israeli politics. During the Holocaust"." The rescue of 200,000 Jews cannot balance the terrible loss of six million victims. Yet at Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem, almost Dr. Liel will be the guest speaker at the first thing one sees is the Avenue of the Righteous Gentile, a living testimonial to the courage and humanity of the rescuers. The presence of the Chattanooga Jewish Community Righteous Gentiles in a world seemingly gone mad is a reminder that the evil Celebration of Yom Ha'atsmaut- * of the Nazi regime was unable to extinguish the abiding flame of human decency nor turn the whole world against the Jews. Yom HaShoah is a on Sunday, May 3rd at 7:30 p.m. reminder of destruction, but it can also serve to recognize the contribution of the Righteous Gentile and to celebrate those human bonds that transcend ^^^^Ki^^^lMat the JCC, -.• - V; national, religious, and ethnic identity. •Jewish introductions International ^ Yom HaShoah Commemoration Local and Personalized Ages 21 -101 Wednesday, April 29th at 7:00 pjn. at the Jewish Community Center Call: 1-800-442-9050 • — Page 16 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 c Congregational News 3 B'nai Zion Synagogue by Millie Lander Beth Sholom News by Ronni Charyn

Simchas, religious and educational programs, and elegant fundraisers are on the May calendar for B'nai Zion. Women's League will host its annual Torah Fund Luncheon, Tuesday, May 12 at212 Market Street, Torah Fund Luncheon benefits the Jewish Theological Seminary. Cost of the luncheon is $12 plus donation. Family Shabbat Experience will be held Friday evening, May 15th. Dinner will be served at 6:15 pjn. and a brief Friday evening service will begin at 7:15 pjn. For reservations, call the synagogue office at 894- 8900. Zachary Goldberg will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah, Shabbat morning, May 23th. Zachary will also participate during the Friday evening service, May 22nd. He is the son of Drs. Harold and Nancy Goldberg of Sewanee, Tennessee. Mazel Tov Zachary! Confirmation ceremonies will be held Friday evening, May 29th. Members of this year's Confirmation Class are: Eric Balfour, Rebecca Feinberg, Rachel Frogel, Alex Goldberg, Charlie Moss, Meri Moss, Jason Shuman, Michael Shuman, Robyn Snyder and Anna Temlock. Sunday evening, May 31st, B'nai Zion will host a Gala event at the Al Rhodes stuck in his thumb and pulled out a prune - hamentash, Aquarium. Invitations to the Gala will be sent to the entire Jewish of course, at the Beth Sholom Purim Dinner. (L-R) Al Rhodes, Community of Chattanooga. Look for your invitation in the mail. Edwina Cohen, Charlyne Epstein and Miriam Rhodes. Shalom Zachmy will offer another Intermediate Hebrew Class beginning Tuesday, April 28th. Call the synagogue office for more Thursday, April 23rd (20 Nisan) Choi Hamoed at 1:00 p.m. - A very details. special Pesach Children's Rally took place in the Adult Lounge ofthe The weekly Library Discussion Group continues to meet every JCC. Children participated in a fun-filled program, highhghted by A Sunday morning at 10:15 a.m. Topics and discussion leaders for May Matzarama Quiz, an exciting story by a surprise guest "Storyteller," are: May 3 - "Synagogues As Centers For Social Justice," Dr. Harold live music, refreshments and a grand raffle with fantastic prizes! Goldberg; May 10 -"Is This A Job For ANice Jewish Child?," parents Last Days ofYom Tov - April 24 & 25 (Friday & Shabbos) Morning of Sharon Cohen and David Pearlman; May 17 - "What The Camera Services at Congregation Beth Sholom - 9:00 ajn. All are Welcome! Sees in Israel.. And What It Does Not See," Robert Siskin. No session Remember that Pesach ends Saturday, April 25th (22 Nisan) at 8:11 3 on May 24th. pjn. All sold chometz should not be taken out until after 10:11 p.m. Save this date:Sunday, May 3,1992, at Beth Sholom Time: 5:30 p jn.Evening Adult Program, chaired by Dr. Al Rhodes. Refreshments C&ttfc1e1fsJitm5 Times Served! Lag B'omer - May 21st Lag B'omer is the 33rd day of the Omer for ShsfobM period, coinciding with the 18th of Iyar. Come celebrate with Congre­ gation Beth Sholom, "The Halellulah of Rabbi Shimon ben Yochai." This special day will include a hot dog roast, bon fire, and a maccabiah May 1 8:07 (Israeli Olympics). Fun forthe whole family! Watch for further details! The annual Sisterhood Donor Brunch will take place on Sunday, May 8 8:12 May 31st at 10-30 a.m. in the Shule's social hall. The theme of this May 15. 8:18 year's program is "Jerusalem Day." In keeping with this celebration, May 22 8:23 many traditional and Israeli foods will be served. It is through the generosity of Ms. Dorothy Soloff and awonderful planning committee May 29 8:28 that will make this gala affair an outstanding spring event for Beth Sholom. We invite all of our members and their guests to this joyous occasion. Invitations will go out soon. These times are 20 minutes before sunset Eastern Daylight Time. The Seed What grants it life when lips stay parched by Al Rhodes for lack of water? Terrace The Seed sprouts Is there yet in thirsty soil an added force Wine & Spirits against all odds termed Divine South Torraco Plaza for there exist forces that operates •••-5739 Mcutorcard/Vlsa that seek to destroy in assisting 5084 South Torraco Plaxa Martha Bornan the very soul the survival Chattanooga, TN 37412 Sharon Bow, Ownors • •» _-*_*.•*-••"•*•* i-••*•»•'"•_=•* * ? •*:*»<* * I . m *_*.•> t mz of this tiny fragment. of this fragile seed? The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 17

Mizpah Congregation by Ruth jaffe Rabbinic Thoughts by Rabbi EH Kaye !_» Friday morning, April 24-11 ajn. - Service for concluding day of Passover. A Lesson From Friday, April 24 - Shabbat Services. Following the service, Wendy Kanter invites you to a "Cheer-Up The Rabbi" Oneg Shabbat, as we Mount Sinai help celebrate Rabbi Ranter's 40th birthday. Friday, May 1 • Shabbat celebration of Israel. Because Rabbi Between the Festivals of Pesach (Pass­ Kanter will be out of town Friday, May 8, celebrating his grandmother's over) and Shavuos the Pirkei Avos, a 90th birthday, Mizpah will celebrate Israel's Independence Day one tractate of the Mishnah, is studied as a week earlier. Come share a service of Israel literature, both old and preparation to the Festival of Receiving new, special music and dance. A special Oneg Shabbat will follow. the Torah. The tractate opens with the Rabbi Eli Kaye Friday - May 15. Final Shabbat Dinner of the year and a special celebration in honor ofthe 50th wedding anniversary of Frances and words "Moses received the Torah from Mt. Sinai." It is apparent that Phil Greenberg, hosted by their grandchildren, Phyllis Kirk and Allison there is a lesson to be learned from the fact that the Torah was given and Tom Morgan. What a great simcha!! on Mount Sinai. For if not, why does it not say: "Moses received the Torah from G-d?" Sunday, May 17 - Temple's 126th Annual Meeting at 6 p.m. A wine u- and cheese reception followed by dinner, will be held. Meeting will The Midrash (the homiletic interpretation ofthe Torah) relates begin at 7 p.m. Besides a delicious dinner, this meeting is important for that the various mountains quarreled amongst themselves as to all members to attend. which of them should merit that the Torah be given on its peak. Mt. Tabor claimed thishonorinasmuch asitwasahighpeak. Mt. Carmel Friday, May 22. Following services, the Oneg Shabbat given in maintained that it deserved this privilege. G-d ended their dispute honor of the upcoming marriage of Doug Trivers and Lisa Michelle by saying that the high and lofty mountains are not the fitting place Keitman by his parents, Tom & Trudy Trivers. All are invited to for receiving the Torah. Instead, the lowliest of all the mountains-- celebrate. Mt. Sinai~was to be chosen, emphasizing the virtue of humility. 'UV May 17 - Final Session ofthe Religious School. Amusicale written by Amy Cohen will include Jewish history and a program all will enjoy. An obvious question presents itself. If humility is the trait to be Lunch will be served. stressed, then the Torah should have been given in a low valley, or at least on a plain, and not on amountain at all. If on the other hand, Sunday, June 7-11 a.m. Services and Shavuot and Confirmation. the virtue of pride is to be emphasized, then the appropriate place Ten Mizpah students will be confirmed on that day in a creative service for the giving ofthe Torah was surely on a peak higher than Sinai? written and presented by the class. Students being confirmed are: Lindsey Monen, Paige Ginsberg, Liana Gefter, Jennifer Sussman, The explanation is, that in order to receive the Torah, and to study Brian Ettkin, Jonathan Sachsman, Margot Levy, Ellen Miller, Eric it and observe its laws, one must possess the two qualities of Sinai: Bykat and Daniel Bykat. "lowest of all the peaks" on the one hand, yet a mountain (and not Food for Thought Luncheons -April 22, May 13, May 27. Please call a valley) on the other hand. Humility is required because Torah is Temple office for your reservation. the mfinite Wisdom ofthe Infinite G-d. Man with his finite intellect, cannot approach the study ofthe Torah with preconceived notions, Special Gifts or with an "I-know-it-all" attitude, but j-ather, with a feeling of Mizpah has been the recipient of two wonderful new additions in humbleness. Arrogance and haughtiness are anathemas to the the past several months. One cannot be missed by anyone entering our Torah. building. What is that green sculptured metal contraption outside the However, humility often has a drawback. Many an unassuming entrance to the Sanctuary? It is a long needed addition to our Temple, person allows his humbleness to outweigh his principles. He meekly a ramp device for congregants and friends who are in wheelchairs. This "follows the crowd" although he may totally disagree on principle wheelchair lift was specially designed for our Congregation through with their conduct. Unfortunately, many a Jew today possesses this the generosity of Stanley Leventhal. People in wheelchairs are ramped type of humility. Desperately afraid of a spoken jibe, or even a up to the middle of this lift, and then it lifts them to the level of the scoffing glance, he ashamedly tries to suppress any outward expres­ Sanctuary so that they may enter easily. Once inside, the Sanctuary, sion of his Judaism. restrooms, etc., are handicapped accessible. We are very grateful to The Torah was given on a mountain, teaching us to have an Stanley and also Mel Young, through whose diligence the inventor/ .-> element of pride and the strength of a mountain. Indeed the entire engineer was found to create the lift. Shulchan Aruch (Code of Jewish Law) opens with the injunction: Our second needed addition is the beautiful bookshelf in the "Not to be ashamed in the face of cynics." Yet this pride is in no way Chapel. Designed and built by the same artists and craftspeople who a contradiction to the feeling ofhumility required of us, because such built the ark, Torah stand, and lecturn, the bookshelves complete the pride does not stem from one's own arrogance and self-importance. furniture for our Chapel. We are very appreciative of Bernard Cohen, It is, rather, the pride of a soldier carrying out his King's command, his family, and friends, who contributed to the shelving in memory of the pride of a Jew carrying out G-d's orders. Thelma Cohen. We are also appreciative to Susan Brenner and her Wishing everyone success in all endeavors for the good, from family, for continuing income used in memory of her parents, Edwin Congregation Beth Sholom- „ „.PI.„ and Fannie Burk. Rabbi Eh Kaye "Women in Literature" Mizpah's Adult Education Committee is pleased to offer a continu­ Office: (615)756-2811 Res: (615)624-7420 ing series of study and discussion classes dealing with "Women in Interest rates are great - Lots of homes to choose from! GifuM* I '~<\7 Literature.'' The class, which meets on Wednesdays from 10 ajn. until RUTH ANN FEINBERG noon, began in April and concludes June 10th. Four books will be Affiliate Broker discussed which focus on women attempting to find a unified, influen­ tial voice, and the relationships which help or hinder this quest. For Aft Better •.!>> Realty Center more information, call Marcia Krosner at 886-4613. of Chattanooga, Inc. I iWHomes * ' u M-"and Gardens f%»,T*,r*» torn™?*********.**. '«*.»** .5- JUfdmWM HMIHIiWit'i.Wil—IWililiHI"! —1*11 M(lil I Mill HI I Will I II : S_, (iTtKill, : •"«»_*--—^TSfc,... ."v.

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& It is an emotional, spiritual and intellectual journey. ^ Here's an opportunity to make newfiiends. araa It _ meeting Israelis and members A UJA of our world Jewish family from all walks of life, visiting their homes and talking with them. *& It takes mission participants beyond the basic tourist map and into the power centers to meet the State's decision-makers. It's touching the land, feeling its soul. So_ It is an awakening, a reunion, a homecoming.

Some missions are subsidized by the United Jewish Appeal and the Chattanooga Jewish Federation. If you are interested or have questions, please feel free to call Jay Wiston, Missions Chair, at ISRAEL 855-0001, or Lou Solomon, Federation Executive Director, .More than you can imagine... at 894-1317. Theywillbegladto answer any of your questions.

UJA 1992 National Missions Calendar June 15-25,1992 National Summer Family I Mission June 22-July 2,1992 National Summer Family II Mission July 5-1671992 National Summer Singles I Mission July 13-23,1992 National Summer Family III Mission July 26-August 6,1992 National Summer Singles II Mission August 10-20,1992 National Summer Family IV Mission August 23-31,1992 Prime Minister's I Mission September 13-23,1992 National President's Mission October 14-28,1992 National Zahav Mission October 22.31,1992 National Young Leadership Outreach Mission October 22-Nov. 2,1992 Women's Division Fall Leadership Mission October 25-Nov. 4,1992 National Physicians Mission November 9-18,1992 National Study I Mission December 24-Jan. 3,1993 National Winter Family Mission

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There is a crisis in FOR THE Seminar Topics the professional, CHATTANOOGA mid and upper- COMMUNITY management The Seminar will cover: community. ~ Identifying Barriers to Employment The Chattanooga Thousands of " Assessing Your Strengths and Weaknesses Jewish Federation individuals are has contracted unemployed or at "Marketing Your Skills with the Atlanta risk of being " Preparing an Effective Resume Jewish Vocational unemployed " Interviewing Techniques Service, to conduct because of current a Community economic Rnding the "Hidden Job Market" Career Search conditions. We L. Seminar. If you think it's time to have lost your job, do something Sunday, May 31 or are at risk of about it 9:00 AM. to 4:00 P.M. b*e coming (lunch on your own) unemployed, the CAREER Chattanooga Jewish Community Center Career Search SEARCH 5326 Lynnland Terrace Chattanooga, TN 37411 Seminar can help SEMINAR you. There is a (Minimum registration of 10 required to hold seminar.) nominal $25 fee The seminar is an for the one-day all-day program. program which To register please return the following form JVS employment includes with your check for $25 payable to: specialists will materials. Chattanooga Jewish Federation lead formal P.O. Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN 37411 presentations and discussions. Career Search Seminar Application Form

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E_^H Page 20 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Chattanooga Life Cycles c ) Zachary Goldberg Bar Names in the News Mitzvah May 23 Zachary Goldberg will be Congratulations to: called to the Torah as a Bar iw^ Scott Abelson for placing first in age and weight class in the Mitzvah on Saturday, May 23rd at District Wrestling tournament on March 28th. 10:00 ajn. at B'nai Zion Syna­ Sharon Cohen on being awarded a scholarship of $5,000 through gogue. He will also participate in the Jewish Endowment Foundation in New Orleans, to be applied the Friday evening service on May to the 1992-93 academic year at the University of Judaism. 22nd at 6:00 p.m. Gail Dzik & Joel Susman on their engagement Zack is a seventh grade stu­ Liana Gefter, who placed first in Forensic Duo Interpretation at dent at St. Andrew's Sewanee the city-wide forensic competition March 28th. Schoolnearhishomein Sewanee, Judith Katz Geschwind who was named by Provident Life & TN. Hismain interests are travel­ Accident Insurance Co. to the position of vice president, strategic ing, reading about the life of Na­ J planning. poleon and playing the drums. Zachary Goldberg who will be called to the Torah as a Bar Zack has been to France, En­ Mitzvah on May 23rd. Zachary is the son of Drs. Harold & Nancy gland, Spain and the Soviet Union. Goldberg of Sewanee, TN. While in France and England, Zachary Goldberg Ruth Holmberg on being named outstanding Chattanooga Citi­ Zack visited several sites associated with the life of Napoleon. Zachary zen for 1992 by UTC. is a member ofthe Napoleonic Society of America. He also plays the Fred Krosner, chief executive officer of First Thermal Systems, drums and he is in a band with his brother, Alex. Alex is a tenth grade Inc., for indroducing a new line of marine heaters that are designed student at St. Andrew's Sewanee School. to heat reclaimed oil from an oil spill recovery vessel. Zachary's mother, Nancy, is a French professor at Middle Tennes­ Wendy Kunin on her graduation from UTC with a B.S. degree hi see State University, and his father, Harold, is a history professor at the Psychology. University ofthe South. Charles B. Lebovitz and Betty DeFur on their engagement. A June wedding is planned. Chattanooga Confirmations for 1992 Mickey Leventhal on being elected as one of the Ten Distin­ guished Women of Chattanooga for 1992 by the Lung Association B'nai Zion Confirmation Mizpah Confirmation of Chattanooga. ceremonies will be held Friday ceremonies will be held Miriam Levine for being nominated as one of the Ten Distin­ evening, May 29th. Members Sunday, June 7 th, at 11 a.m. guished Women of Chattanooga for 1992 by the Lung Association of this year's Confirmation Members of this year's of Chattanooga. Class are: Confirmation Class are: i Helen Miles and Bernard Cohen on their engagement. Eric Balfour Lindsey Monen Morton & Ethel Rosenthal on the birth of their grandson, Rebecca Feinberg Paige Ginsberg Douglas, son of David and Sharon Gottlieb. Rachel Frogel Liana Gefter Suzanna Sachsman for being honored at the city wide Forensic Tournament. Alex Goldberg Jennifer Susman Pris Siskin on being nominated as one ofthe Ten Distinguished Charlie Moss Brian Ettkin Women of Chattanooga for 1992 by the Lung Association of Chat­ Meri Moss Jonathan Sachsman tanooga. Jason Shuman MargotLevy Louise Spector, or "Miss Fuz" as she is known, on being honored Michael Shuman Ellen Miller by the Chattanooga Times as "an active, energetic, and creative Robyn Snyder Eric Bykat v Volunteer" for Little Miss Mag Day Care. Anna Temlock. Daniel Bykat. Special thanks from Harry Cure to all the good people who remembered him during his recent illness. Deaths: Condolences to: Fannie W. Center, 89, died March 24th in a local hospital. A native of LaFayette, Ga., she was a longtime resident ofthe Chatta­ Robert Angel and family on the death of his mother, Rose Angel. nooga area. Owner of Lou Center's Star Store for over 60years, she Hannah Berz, Bob Berz, Diane Stoller and Paul Berz and was a member of B'nai Zion Congregation. She was the widow of families on the death of Ted Berz, devoted husband and father. Louis Center. Survivors include her daughter, Helen Center, At­ Jerry & Rosalee Bogo and Barry Bogo, on the death of their son lanta; two sons, Morton and Marshall "Yogi" Center, both of Chat­ and brother, Louis. tanooga; sister, Ada Ableman, Chattanooga; nine grandchildren; Morton, Yogi and Helen Center and families and Ada Abelman three great-grandchildren. Burial was in the B'nai Zion Cemetery on the death of their mother and sister, Fannie Center. with Rabbi Richard Sherwin officiating. Ellen Hayes and family on the death of her grandmother, Bessie Louis Bogo, a resident of Chattanooga, died April 4th. He was a Metsky. member of B'nai Zion Congregation. Survivors include his parents, Bob Pap and family on the death of his mother, Rosalind Pap. Jerry and Rosalee Bogo, and his brother, Barry Bogo. Graveside Dolly Schulman and family on the recent death of her brother, services were held at the B'nai Zion Cemetery with Rabbi Richard George Kaminsky. Sherwin officiating. u - I . ' ' -» » *»-•»-*-« 4 :. rn **S.*r_r_ '- wm The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 21 j" |^^^¥^0i^rej:^ l^^^^^^^^^^Q Seaton Green As we come into our last month ofthe school year, we have Seaton Green is a young man field trips and activities scheduled for many ofthe children. with both oars in the water on We will be going to the library; we are taking the upper grades course to meet life's challenges. A to Chickamauga Battlefield and to the Nature Center. senior at the Chattanooga School The Day School and Pre-school will enjoy a concert on for the Arts and Sciences, Seaton Friday, May 1. is the son of Arlene and Henry The 4th, 5th and 6th grades will have their annual Science Green. Fair on May 7th in the library upstairs. Everyone is welcome Seaton is an avid oarsman, and for a visit. has a rowing certificate and is a three yearvarsityletterman at Arts We wish to thank everyone for your support Remember, and Sciences. He rows at "stroke graduation will be held on Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:30 p.m. seat" (leader) in his boat for the There will be more information in next month's issue ofthe rowing team. He also enjoys play­ SHOFAR! &• ing the viola, rock climbing and bowling. Purim Seaton is a volunteer at the Seaton Green Chattanooga Nature Center, has was served as treasurer of Ochs AZA and Mizpah TYG and is a member of S.A.D.D.. He plans to go to ,* college and has applied to Washington College, the University of Tampa and the University of Miami. Asked if he could change one thing about the world, Seaton responded: "I wish for all peoples of the world to overcome their prejudices toward one another and work together to find peaceful solutions to their problems." Scott Kirzner * Students Scott Kirzner attended Harrison Bay Vocational School dressed in and will graduate from East Ridge costumes of High School. He is the son of all sorts to Jackie Kirzner and Ed Kirzner. celebrate the Scott enjoys outdoor sports. holiday of He plays soccer, has won many Purim. They trophies for baseball and was an performed in active member of the JCC swim plays in both team. English and Hebrew for the enjoyment of friends and family. _ Scott Kirzner

Jewish Day School The Chattanooga Jewish Day Yom Ha'Atsmaut School is accepting Israeli Maccabiah applications for the 1992-93 ©aa? school year for grades K- 6. Thursday, May 7th S & J at 1:30 p.m. "Limited Enrollment Discount Drugs "Academic Excellence Room Service in the JCC Gym Sul'tMnj from «l injury or SlntM? Oil SICKROOM "Low Teacher-pupil ratio SE RVICE. B«M>M W« CM atorUt you with *» 1000 «itft»«nl klndt

Political Structure The Establishment of the State Israel is a parliamentary democracy which consists of three branches: The legislature (the Knesset); the executive (the govern­ The Declaration ofthe Establishment ofthe State of Israel, signed j, on 14 May 1948 by members of the National Council representing the ment) ; and the judiciary (the court system). It is based on the principle Jewish community in the country and the Zionist movement abroad, of separation of powers, with checks and balances built into the system. constitutes the nation's credo: the historical imperatives of Israel's The government is subject tothe confidence of the Knesset, and the rebirth at that point in time; the framework of a democratic Jewish state absolute independence of the judiciary is guaranteed by law. built on liberty, justice and peace, as envisaged by the prophets of The president is the head of state; the office symbolizes the unity of Israel; and the call for good neighborly relations with the surrounding the state and carries high prestige and moral force, above and beyond Arab states, for the benefit ofthe entire region. party politics. The Presidency Head of State The president, nasi in He­ brew, bears the ancient title ofthe President head of the Sanhedrin, the su­ preme legislative and judicial body Legislature Executive Judiciary ofthe Jewish people in the Land of Israel in ancient times. Speaker Prime Minister Court System Presidential duties are mostly ceremonial and formal. They in­ Attorney General clude calling on a Knesset mem­ Knesset Government ber to initiate the process of form­ ing a new government following Committees Ministries elections or the resignations of Chaim Herzog, the previous government; accept- President ofthe State of Israel Mayors and '':Zi State ing the credentials of foreign envoys; signing treaties and laws adopted Council Head- Comptroller Chaim Weizmann (1949-52), Zionist leader, prominent scientist The country's political life is characterized by a proliferation of Yitzhak Ben-Zvi {1952-63), head ofthe Jewish Agency, historian parties reflecting a wide range of outlooks and beliefs, with two major Zalman Shazar (1963-73), politician, scholar, historian, poet blocs: Labor, composed of social-democratic elements, and the Likud, Epbraim Katzir (1973-78), renowned biochemist consisting of centrist and nationalist parties. Most of the parties Yitzhak Navon (1978-83), politician, educator, author represent fundamental philosophies or religious convictions; some Chaim Herzog (1983- ), attorney, general, diplomat, author were established in response to national challenges or particular subjects; others have emerged to represent special interest groups. Splits and mergers, based mainly on ideological issues, are not uncom­ mon. The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 23

Elections -.# Elections to the Knesset are based on a vote for a political party _ rather than for an individual. They are universal, countrywide, secret \*r and proportional. Every citizen is eligible to vote from age 18 and to be elected from age 21. The president, the state comptroller, judges and senior public officials, as well as the chief-of-staff and high-ranking military officers, are disqualified from presenting their candidacy, ••• _S-H• :> x >;?.- .' . :$w8ili|j f unless they have resigned their position at least 100 days before the elections. Before elections, each party presents its platform and list of candi­ dates. Parties represented in the outgoing Knesset automatically stand for re-election; other parties may present their candidacy by obtaining the signatures of 2,500 eligible voters and depositing a bond, which is !___•_* ______• refunded if they succeed in receiving at least 1% ofthe national vote, • a-*_- •• entitling them to one Knesset seat. A treasury allocation for election campaigns is granted to each party based on its number of seats in the outgoing Knesset. New parties 1 receive a similar allocation retroactively for each member elected. The The Knesset - state comptroller reviews the disbursement of all campaign expendi­ tures. A central elections committee, headed by a Supreme Court judge Legislature: The Knesset and including representatives of the parties holding seats in the Knesset, The Knesset, a unicameral house, is Israel's parliament. It took its is responsible for conducting the elections. On election day, each voter name and fixed its membership at 120 from the Knesset Hagedolah casts a ballot for one party, its platform and list of candidates as a whole. (Great Assembly),the representative Jewish body convened in Jerusa­ The entire country is a single electoral constituency, Knesset seats are lem by Ezra and Nehemiah in the 5th century BCE. , assigned in proportion to each party's percentage ofthe total national The Knesset's function is to legislate and oversee the workings of vote and allocated to candidates according to the sequence in which the government. It operates in plenary sessions and through ten they appear on their party's list. standing committees, e ach dealing with a specific aspect ofthe country's affairs. Knesset debates are conducted in Hebrew, but members may Executive: The Government speak Arabic, as both are official languages; simultaneous translation The government is responsible to the Knesset and subject to its is available in both languages. confidence. Its policy-making powers are very wide with respect to all In plenary sessions, general debates are conducted on government major aspects ofthe country's life. The government is headed by a policy and activity, as well as on legislation submitted by the govern­ prime minister, who must be a Knesset member; other ministers need ment or individual Knesset members. To become law, a bill must pass not be, though usually are. Most ministers are assigned a portfolio and three readings in the Knesset: After the firstreading , it is referred to head a ministry; others serve without a portfolio but may be called upon the appropriate committee for discussion; at the second, it is reviewed to take responsibility for special projects. The number of ministers is in plenary session; at the third, a finalvot e is taken. The minister not fixedan d varies from government to government. concerned, the prime minister and the president sign the bill into law. . The Knesset is elected every four years, but may dissolve itself and Following each election, the call for new elections before the end of its term. Until a new Knesset president calls on a Knesset mem­ is formally constituted following an election, full authority remains ber, usually the leader ofthe party with the outgoing one. „ with the largest Knesset repre­ sentation, to form a government and to head it. Twenty-one days Judiciary: The Court System are allotted to this task; if no gov­ The judiciary is entirely independent. Judges are appointed by the ernment is formed in this period, president upon recommendation of a special nine-person committee the president may grant an exten­ composed of three Supreme Court justices, two members ofthe Israeli y sion or turn to another Knesset Bar and four public figures (i.e., government ministers, Knesset mem­ member. This procedure is re­ bers). Judges receive appointments for life, with retirement at age 70. peated as many times as neces­ Although legislative competence is wholly within the Knesset, the sary until a government is formed. Supreme Court can and does call attention to the desirability of Since the government requires Yitzhak Shamir, legislative changes; sitting as the High Court of Justice, it has the the Knesset's confidence to func- Prime Minister of Israel authority to determine whether alaw properly conforms with the Basic tion, it must be approved by at least 61 ofthe 120 members. To date, Laws of the state. no party has received enough Knesset seats to be able to form a Israel's Prime Ministers For up to the minute government by itself; thus, all Israeli governments have been based on insightful news from Israel, coalitions of several parties, with those remaining outside the govern­ David Ben-Gurion (1948-54) ment making up the opposition. Moshe Sharett (1954-55) Watch The difficulties inherent in reaching agreements among parties David Ben-Gurion (1955-63) Jerusalem On-Line with diverse outlooks and beliefs before a government can be formed Levi Eshkol (1963-69) GoldaMeir (1969-74) Sundays at 6:30 P.M. & have stimulated a need for change. A new law, taking effect in 1996, provides for selection of the prime minister whose authority would YitzhakRabia (1974-77) WTCI-TV 45 (Cable 5) extend to choosing the government's ministers, by direct election ofthe Menachem Begin (1977-83) sponsored by die Community voting population. The government usually serves for four years, but Yitzhak Shamir (1983-84) Relations Committee of the ^L its term of office may be shortened by the resignation or death of the Shimon Peres (1984*86) Chattanooga Jewish Federation. prime minister, or a vote of no-confidence by the Knesset. Yitzhak Shamir (1986- ) Page 24 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Jewish Community Center )

Yom Ha'atzmaut Celebration: Israel 44 Come join the Chattanooga Jewish Community Celebration of Israel's IndependenceDay! May 3,1992-7:30 p.m. at the JCC Guest Speaker: Dr. Alon Liel, Consul General for Southeastern United States "The Challenges Facing Israel on Her 44th Anniversary."

Israeli refreshments will be served Israeli song and dance

Mother-Daughter Program oo "SPLASH '92" "o o JCC Pool Opening Party "Steppin'Out In Style" Sunday - May 24,1992 Design your own stylish shoes with paints, jewels and o 2:00 pm. - 6:00 pm. appliques. You need to supply your own white canvas shoes and we'll provide everything else to dress them Activities for all ages! O up. After we are through designing our shoes, we HI "Relay Races, pool games, relays and penny dive. turn our attention to designing ice cream sundaes. "Intergenerational softball tournament (to be on So, come join the fun! a team call the JCCffice - 894-1317) Wednesday, May 13,1992 "Lay in the sun or take a cool dip in the pool Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Members $6/family Non-members $10(family Kosher Lookout JCC Members Only RSVP by Monday, May 11 at 894-1317. 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Admission: $3 per person (Under 5 or over 75, free when accompanied by parent or child.) Kids Night Out w (Grades 4, 5 & 6) H WINER & CROWNOVER , P.C. Come join both old friends and new as CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS we go out for pizza dinner at Pizza Hut and rollerskating at Skateland. Come 1120 First Tennessee Bank Bldg. 701 Market Street try this new and exciting event. Chattanooga, TN 37402 / 265-0047 Saturday, May 9th 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Members: $8 Non-Members: $12 Members of the Private Companies Practice RSVP by Thursday, May 7: Call 894-1317. Section of American Institute of CPA's ^Maximum number of kids: 18

_\ • '•'H • •jv j* The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 25 1992 J»C.C. Camp ( JCC May Classes J Day Camp Dates Toddler Class for Kindala, KTonton and "Mother & Me" Shabbat Experience This program will concentrate on how to celebrate the Shabbat Nagila Units with a young child. Then we will be joining the Preschool for their SESSION I JUNE 15 - JUNE 26 weekly Shabbat celebration, which includes challah and grape SESSION II JUNE 29 - JULY 10 juice, blessings and songs. SESSION III JULY 13 - JULY 24 Fridays, 930-10:30 May 4,11,18,25 SESSION IV JULY 27 - AUGUST 7 Members: $4/parent& child Non-Members: $7/parent& child LAST-CHANCE CAMP AUG. 10 • AUG. 14 Day Camp Units Children's Class Kindala (Little Ones) Personalization Made Easy 2 YEARS OLD BY JAN. 1,1992 & TOILET TRAINED Come to this fun and exciting class to learn the secrets of how to personalize your favorite things with paint. After the basics have TUESDAY / THURSDAY 9:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. been taught you can then practice on some of your favorite objects, MEMBERS $115 FOR FOUR WEEKS* like candy jars,school boxes,notebooks, photo frames and popcorn SUMMER MEMBERS $135 FOR FOUR WEEKS* tins. NON-MEMBERS $155 FOR FOUR WEEKS* Mondays & Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 p.m. May 11,13,18,20 KTonton (Tiny Tots) JCC Preschool News THREE TO FIVE YEARS OLD BY JANUARY 1,1992 MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. Getting readyfor Pesachhas been quite exciting! We've learned the story of Moses and all the plagues. We are enjoying making frogs. We MEMBERS $115 PER SESSION* had our seder and learned a lot of Passover songs. On the playground we're enjoying watching nature unfold-bloom- SUMMER MEMBERS $135 PER SESSION* ing flowers,blossomin g trees and finding caterpillars. NON-MEMBERS.... $155 PER SESSION* May will be a very special month. Nagila (Merry Makers) ENTERING GRADES 1 - 6 AS OF FALL 1992 MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:30 A.M. • 3:30 P.M.

MEMBERS $115 PER SESSION* SUMMER MEMBERS $135 PER SESSION* NON-MEMBERS $155 PER SESSION* •INCLUDES TRIP TRANSPORTATION & ADMISSION FEES

C.I.T* Program (Counselor-In-Training) ENTERING 9TH GRADE AS OF FALL, 1992 SPEND EIGHT WEEKS AS A C.I.T. AND ACQUIRE LEADERSHIP SKILLS WHILE LEARNING TO WORK WITH CHILDREN. THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES PRE-CAMP ORIENTATION AND ON-GOING TRAINING AND SUPERVISION. CAMPERS WHO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE THE PROGRAM WILL RECEIVE AN HONORARIUM OF $200. ACCEPTANCE TO THIS PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO AN INTERVIEW.

REGISTER TODAYI $ 10 DISCOUNT FOR EARLY REGISTRATJON ! Getting ready for Passover? JCC Preschoolers pile up in DEADLINE: MAY 15,1992 a pyramid on the JCC playground. Page 26 The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Chattanooga Chapter of Hadassah Celebrated 80th Birthday The Chattanooga Chapter of Hadassah celebrated its 80th birthday at its Donor-Big Gifts Luncheon, held Tuesday, April 7th, 1992 at the Chattanooga Marriott. "The Past, the Present and the Future"was the theme of the program emceed by Jed Mescon, which honored all Hadassah Life Members. The highlight ofthe program was the violin performance of Genya Rykova Goldstein, a Soviet Jew­ ^ ish emigre fromCherr y Hill, New Jersey. Genya is a graduate ofthe prestigious Moscow Conservatory and a former member ofthe Kiev Opera Orchestra. Marlene Solomon joined Genya Rykova, singing a few Russian folk songs. Those serving on the Donor Committee were: Fillis Frank, Marlene Solomon joins Genya Rykova, to singsomefavoriteRussian Muriel Proter, Sylvia Fruman, Eve olk son Drucker, Jane Hoffman, Millie Genya Rykova, formerly ofthe f &- Lander, Carla Nixon, Ronni Kiev Opera Orchestra, Charyn, Yetta Gropper, Barbara performed at the Hadassah Oxenhandler and Judy Sachsman. Donor. -

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Many Hadassah women work very hard to help provide funds and equipment for Hadassah Hospitals and their other important health and social welfare programs in Israel. (L-R) Muriel Porter, Eve Drucker, Judy Sachsman, Jane Hoffman, Yetta Gropper, Fillis Frank and Barbara Oxenhandler. Mrs. Rykova, a concert violinist, lost hei job wUhtlieprestigious Kiev Opera Orchestra when she applied to emigrate from Russia nearly In-Between Club News by Howard Gault tenyears ago, She was able to support herself by giving music lessons The In-Between Club had a lovely meeting on Sunday, March 22nc to children, until she was finally able to come to the United States ina t the JCC. Joy Adams provided a video entitled, "Irving Berlin's June, 1990. The Soviet government confiscated her violin beforeAmerica. " Rose Dubrow and Anita Lamport provided delicious re­ allowing her to leave the country. New American friends gave herfreshments for us all. Everyone enjoyed viewing the video and sharing back her life by finding her an instrument worthy of her artistry. the evening! Mrs. Rykova thanked them at the luncheon. Among them were Our next program is scheduled for Sunday, May 17. We plan a trip Carlaand Fred Nixon andJoyceRitterandArlene YedidofHuntsville,to Pigeon Forge, and will be leaving the Center at 8:30 a an. The cost Alabama. (L-R) Ronni Charyn, Genya Rykova, Jed Mescon, Carlai s $10.00 per person and will be on a "First-Come, First-Serve" basis. ^M Nixon, Jenny Brody, Joyce Ritter and Arlene Yedid. For reservations, call Ella Chunowitz at 624-2320. We look forward to seeing you at our next program! The SHOFAR, May, 1992 Page 27 Organizational News 3 Women's Leogue For Conservative Judaism BBYO Happenings Southern Branch Conference

May 3rd, 4th, 5th, 1992 Sisterhood ofAgudath Achim, Savannah, Georgia

"The Noah Principle: Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities" National consultant: Ruth Rosenfeld

Agudath Achim Sisterhood has been hard at work with local arrange­ ments. We will be staying at a Fairfield Inn, by Marriott, right across the street from the Synagugue. The per room rate is $39.95 a night. Together we can find the ways to turn the obstacles we face into opportunities for growth.The only obstacle we cant overcome without your help is atten­ dance.

Conference Highlights:

Greetings - Ruth Rosenfeld

Friday Night Plans - Trigger Scripts W^ League Anniversary Shabbat BBYOers took off in the JCC van for BBYO Spring Will Your Grandehildren Be Part of the Jewish Program at Camp Cosby in Alabama with advisor Wendy Community? Kunin. (L-R) Wendy Kunin, Erin Marcus, Kevin Rose, Rene Kopkin, Michael Shuman, Shellie Richelson and Moderator - Harriet Schaffer, Past Branch President Jason Shuman. Why Some People Can Turn Obstacles Into Opportunities? Dr. Don Schaffer•- Psychiatrist The Obstacles - Rabbi Grundfast, Agudath Achim Congregation Opportunities - Judy Grundfast, Sisterhood Advisor Published IQtiraesa year by the Chattanooga Jewish Federation located at AetewisfeCorarsiiBity Link: More Opportunities - Rabbi Futornick, Beth Israel Center. The mailing address is; P.O. Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN 37411 Congregation Barbara Wiston , President

Evening Program.«..M...Sanctuary Louis B. Solomon, Executive Director "The Media and Israel The Truth...The Whole Truth Marlene P. Solomon, Editor And Nothing But,.." Deborah Reimer, CNN News Reporter Editorial Board The Presidential Candidates - Who's Good For The Dr. Slovon Prigohzy, Chairman Jews? Mark Moskowu%American Israel Public Affairs Committee - (AIPAC) Southeast Regional Director Members Marcia Krosnor Gerry Sadow Amelia Lebovitz Miriam Levine Call Barbara Wiston at 899-0705 for Irvon Resnick Robert H. Siskin registration information. All Are Welcome! A. Sloven Ulin Reporters* Ruth Jaffe, Mizpah Rennt Charyn, Beth Sholom Judi Specter, Young Judaea Mary Susman, Day School Deadline for the next Shofar: Millie Lander, B'nai Zion May 10th. The SHOFAR is mailed at BO charge to members of the Chattanooga Jewish Federation, Additional subscriptions are available at $25 a year. Please note: The June issue will be the last paper Alisetasissw-mustreadiSheFc^ratraBofrk^ published until September. Be sure to turn in all of your issue. All letters most be signed to be considered forpublication . The flews and opinions expressed in guest editorials and in the Setters column are those of the authors summer news highlights. and not necessarily ibose of the Federation or ofthe editorial staff ofthis newspaper. ;v-iw ..fc^ii J-*'- *o * v*\c _ Page 28 The SHOFAR, May, 1992

An Open Letter to the Jewish Community

Dear Friends: The Chattanooga Jewish Federation and the Synagogue leadership have met and are considering the possibility of resettling our'fair share" of Soviet Jews in Chattanooga. OurFederation Board of Directors in 1990 accepted the concept of "collective responsibility," that was adopted at the Council of Jewish Federation's special general assembly on February 6,1990. To date, our community has fulfilled its obligation by financing the resettlement of our proportionate share of Soviet Jews in other communities. We now want to explore the feasibility of resettling our 'fair share" in our community. Our participation in direct resettlement is predicated on our having the volunteer-power to do the job. This is where we need your help! For the program to be successful, we need many volunteers who are able to reach out and help the new immigrants become part ofthe Chattanooga Jewish community. Help is specifically needed in the areas of housing, acculturation, transportation, job placement and medical assistance. If you are willing to help, please fill out and return the enclosed form to the Federation office by Friday, May 15th. A number of people have already volunteered their support for this effort. We particularly need help in the area of transportation and medical assistance. The primary objective of any refugee resettlement program is to enable the immigrant to become a full-fledged productive and participating member ofthe Jewish and general community as quickly as possible. In order to assure a well-rounded resettlement program, the following are of critical importance: 1. The family should become financially self-sufficient and able to function on its own as soon as possible. 2. The family should be encouraged to participate in and make full use ofthe range of Jewish communal institutions (Synagogues, Jewish Community Center and Day School) as well as those ofthe general community. Many thanks in advance for your consideration. We look forward to hearing from you.

Barbara Wiston Marcia Menus/tin David Diamond Sam Roistacher President President President President Chattanooga Jewish Federation B'nai Zion Synagogue Mizpah Congregation Beth Sholom Congregation

i i j Please return this form immediately, indicating your willingness to help to: | | Barbara Wiston, President, Chattanooga Jewish Federation, 1 1 P.O. Box 8947, Chattanooga, TN 37411 1

1 Name Address 1 Zip ' "••'.••:': Home Phone • : '• Business Phone : •"' . 1

11 am interested in serving on the following sub-committee (s): Housing Subcommittee [] Transportation Subcommittee Q Responsibilities include securing apartments, furnishing Responsibilities include arranging to transport or help 1 them with basic necessities, including furniture, clothing, obtain transportation forindividual s to schools, English As a ' | supplies, dishes, silverware and food. Second Language classes, interviews, jobs, medical appoint- I I ments, shopping and to visit friends. | j Acculturation Subcommittee Q | j Responsibilities include welcoming the families to Chatta- Job Placement, Resume Writing Subcommittee nooga, picking them up at the airport, showing them around, Responsibilities include assisting in resume writing, Job . making them familiarwit h banks, buses, grocery and other interviews, findingjo b training programs and job placement • shopping, Jewish facilities, telephones, utilities, etc. Also 1 assistwith Social Security, Medicaid, Food Stamps, and other __ ,. .. .. _ . •_, r—, 1 | eligibility programs. Teach themjewishva^ | | ship and last, but not least, provide friendship, including Responsibilities include assisting individuals in obtaining . social and psychological support. 30-day health screening, on-going health care services and 1 dental services for Individuals in need. 1 i ..J