February 2021

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2021 In This Issue 24 Shevat 9:00 a.m. Torah Study 6:00 p.m. Pre-neg 10:30 a.m. Morning Minyan 6:30 p.m. Shabbat services 10:30 a.m. Bat Mitzvah Shabbat Services 2 of Evelyn Kelly SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2021 5:30 p.m. Bar Mitzvah Masked Singer/Purim 3 9:00 a.m. Torah Study of Cooper Haller 10:30 a.m. Morning Minyan From Strength to Strength 4 10:30 a.m. Bat Mitzvah of Sloane Gelfman Parashat Terumah 5:30 p.m. B’nai Mitzvah of Deuteronomy 25:17 – 19 Clergy Corner 5 Adam and Jared Olster Haftarah: Samuel I 15: 1 -- 34

President’s Message 6/7 Parashat Yitro THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2021 Membership 8 Exodus 18:1 – 20:23 Fast of Esther Haftarah: Isaiah 6:1 – 13 6:00 p.m. Erev Purim Teacher Appreciation Shabbat 9 Megillah reading FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Youth Engagement Religious 1 Adar Rosh Chodesh FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2021 6:00 p.m. Pre-neg 15 Adar School 10/11 6:30 p.m. Shabbat services 6:00 p.m. Pre-neg 6:30 p.m. Shabbat services Programming 12-14 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2021 9:00 a.m. Torah Study SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2021 Admissions 15 10:30 a.m. Morning Minyan 9:00 a.m. Torah Study B’nai Mitzvah 16/17 5:30 p.m. Bat Mitzvah of Sophia Davis 10:30 a.m. Morning Minyan 10:30 a.m. Bar Mitzvah Brotherhood 17 Parashat Mishpatim of Matthew Friedman Exodus 21:1 - 24:18 Beyond the Curve 18 Shabbat Rosh Chodesh: Numbers 28:9-15 Parashat Tetzaveh Haftarah: Exodus 30:11-16 Exodus 27:20 – 30:10 Tikkun Olam 19 Shekalim - Rosh Chodesh: Kings II 11:17 - 12:17; Haftarah: Ezekiel 43:10 – 27 Isaiah 66:23-24; Isaiah 66:23 Auction 20/21 Sisterhood 22/23 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 8 Adar Our Jewish Heritage 24 6:00 p.m. Pre-neg 6:30 p.m. Shabbat services Save the Date: Marra Gad 26

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THURSDAY,THURSDAY, FEBRUARYFEBRUARY 2525thth 7:007:00 PMPM Who’s behind the mask? Join us for our first ever interactive virtual Purim shpiel! Hear the heroic story of Queen Esther and Mordechai told by our talented TBAM congregants… if you can guess who they are!

RSVP for Zoom info at tbam.org/maskedsinger

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From Strength to Strength Rabbi Jeremy Barras [email protected]

Living Jewishly: A Purim Idea Living a proper Jewish life should ideally include the poor of each community. In other words, we have consideration of Jewish theology and belief in the one mitzvah designed essentially to make sure that even manifold decisions we make every single day. As Reform the poorest in society could perform a different mitzvah. Jews we are not necessarily bound by Jewish law, but As we celebrate Purim this month, I would urge you to that is not an excuse to ignore Jewish principles as we go spend more time thinking Jewishly when you make your through our days. Recently on social media I saw a review decisions and consider every way in which your decision- of a local restaurant that was negative and demeaning. making affects the lives of others. I have always hated online reviews. I think that they amount to lashon harah and directly affect the livelihood L’shalom, of other people. Perhaps it is necessary on occasion if a certain business is dangerous or unsafe, but writers who pen angry reviews because they had to wait too long for Rabbi Jeremy Barras their pizza, or their chicken had the wrong sauce and the waiter making minimum wage didn’t reorganize her entire life to fix the order immediately, does not strike me as a reason to endanger the livelihood of a business owner. In the review I saw, I noticed a TBAM member comment underneath that perhaps the writer could be a little more sensitive and take their complaint directly to the owner or manager, and not air the experience publicly. I was so impressed that I wrote to our congregant and expressed my gratitude for her courageous response.

In our tradition, we are taught that how our actions affect others matters a great deal. There is even mitzvaha to greet people with joy, known as sever panim yafot. We are instructed that each time we greet others, we are supposed to avoid putting them in a bad mood with our greeting or expression.

This is not always easy to do, but we should try to bring each other joy and lift each other up whenever possible. On Purim there is a beautiful lesson that reminds us of how deeply concerned we should be for each other’s well- being. Two of the mitzvot associated with Purim include enjoying a festive meal and sending gifts of food to others. According to Rabbi Israel Isserlein ben Petachia, famed 15th century author of the Terumat Hadeshen, the reason we are commanded to send food to each other is to make sure that everyone has food for the festive meal, including clergy corner Cantor Rachelle Nelson [email protected]

“It’s time.” strained and tired lives and begin to restore them to some kind of normalcy. Isn’t it amazing how much meaning can be drawn from just these two words? I have often thought of all the moments It’s time to praise one another again. Let’s praise those people in during this past year that I have said to myself, “it’s time,” and our lives who have supported us and brought us comfort during what each of those moments have meant to me. I want to share this period. Have we said “thank you” to the friends and family my personal thoughts with you as I wish blessings for all of us. who have called us frequently, the healthcare workers who riskedat their lives for us, and so many others? COVID has changed our livesTHURSDAYS in ways we haven’t even begun to 5:30 PM comprehend. It tore familiesMix apart, one created part deep Happy loneliness Hour for withLet me words end on ofa high wisdom note…We and now have two vaccines that millions, caused death to our lovedsome ones without human the closure interest we andhopefully you will get be Erev the panacea Tov! that we, and the entire world, are so accustomed to, brought about more poverty and hunger need to end this scourge. But for the time being, let’s keep our than we have witnessed“Erev in decades, Tov” and is turned Hebrew our world for “Gooddistance, Evening,” keep washing and Rabbiour hands Aklepi and continue to MASK UP! upside down and inside out.invites No one you has escaped to join this her horrific every ThursdayThis, too, shall as end, we and move G-d willing, from soon, we will all be able to virus, and no child or adult will ever forget this pandemic and hug each other again. this time in our history. workday to evening and work week to weekend. With love, your Cantor, As I am writing this article to you, my daughter, Rebecca, and son-in-law, Reed, have already been vaccinated and my Rachelle daughter Leah will soon be, as well. I never imagined that time could move so slowly as each day passed, more deaths Watchwere counted, live and on more Facebook, hospital beds www.tbam.org/streaming, were filled. Finally, it’s or Youtube.com/TempleBethAmTV! time! It’s time to start picking up all the broken pieces of our

THE JEWISH VOICE with Cantor Rachelle Nelson Thursdays at 7:00 pm Join Cantor Rachelle Nelson in conversation with leading voices in the world of contemporary Jewish music, featuring live interviews and performances from some of the top artists of yesterday, today, and tomorrow!

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Message from the president Stuart Ratzan [email protected]

WE WANT YOU! Dear Beth Am Community, Here is a list of committees and auxiliary boards:

As I write this, we are all praying and hoping that the COMMITTEE CHAIR vaccines will put an end to the pandemic sooner rather Basketball Committee Michelle Cohen than later. And with an end to the pandemic, we see a new, Board of Trustees Bill Grossman exciting Temple Beth Am. We will emerge from this with a Communications Committee Howard Wolofsky brand new, state-of-the-art, gorgeous school building. And Development Task Force Kate Lampen-Sachar with it we will have a new environment that allows us to Fundraising Events Edith Osman educate, love, and nourish our children in ways we only Finance Committee David Young dreamed of before. High Holy Days Honors Committee David Schwadron We will also emerge from the pandemic with the start of High Holy Days Ushers Neil Littauer the second phase of our building project: the gymnasium, Administration/House performing arts center/chapel, social space, youth lounge Committee Michelle Weber and more. This second building and campus beautification Library Committee Yoram Millman project will make life at Beth Am the embodiment of many Membership Committee Carolina Gurland dreams, including especially the dream of our Senior Nominating Committee Daniela Zanzuri Rabbi Jeremy Barras: a cultural and spiritual hub modeled Programming Committee Susan Lampen after the 92nd Street Y or the Streicker Center at Temple Religious Practice Committee David Schwadron Emanu-El, both in New York City. Tikkun Olam Committee Shelley Jacoby/Judy Cowan Sisterhood Dilia Grossman It is an exciting time to be a member of Temple Beth Am. Brotherhood Donald McClaskey Day School Board Elizabeth Biondo But we want and need you, our membership, to fill these PATIO Nathalie Carletta/ wondrous buildings with love, laughter, and learning. Lisa Feigelson Already, members of our community have come forward to YERS Board Beth Lang volunteer their time and skills like never before. But there is BAFTY Ethan Gomez so much more you can do. If you are interested in learning more about any of TBAM’s This is a perfect time to get involved. Because we are limited amazing committees listed above, I invite you to please contact in the events and programming we can offer, this is a great Brian Chartock, our Executive Director, who will be happy to time to plan, to dream, and to give structure to ideas. It is a answer your questions and point you in the right direction. perfect time to add your name, your time, and your talent to As you can see, there are tons of opportunities at Beth Am. And a committee or a board or an event at Temple Beth Am. please don’t feel limited by the above list. It’s just a starting point. I have a good friend who goes to restaurants and says the Many people have asked me, “What can I do?” I tell them to menu is just a starting point. He then orders dishes he thinks match their skill set and their interests to something that is the chef can make based on the ingredients listed on the menu! happening at Beth Am. And the blessing of being a Beth Am He usually gets his way, as the chef loves the challenge, and member is that there is literally something for everyone. the ingredients are all listed on the menu anyway. If you have a great idea for our community, we can probably fit it into We have time now to reflect, plan, and organize. Soon, it will a current committee. For example,Greg Frankel recently be our time to put it into action. We want you to be part of brought the idea of reinvigorating our community garden to it! the fore. There is no official community garden committee, but it fits inside Tikkun Olam! Thank you Greg; the garden L’Shalom, will be a fantastic addition to our campus. Stuart We can see the light at the end of the tunnel. We have events to plan; our social hall and sanctuary have been dormant. There are speakers, musicians, authors, philosophers, and other lecturers to bring to our community. There are book fairs, golf tournaments, celebrations, fundraisers, festivals, plays, concerts, and more to plan and attend. There are visiting rabbis and cantors to invite. There are religious celebrations and Torah studies to experience. The sky is the limit, and we want your input.

So, if you can see the light at the end of the tunnel, and if you have time, ideas and talent to give to our community, please sign up - let us hear from you. Together, we will fulfill Beth Am’s mission now and in a post-pandemic world: to embrace Jewish life through lifelong learning, spiritual growth, and community engagement.

WEDNESDAYS • 7:30 p.m.

Join Rabbi Jaime Aklepi and members of the Temple Beth Am community in an interactive discussion as we read through the Torah portion of the week. No prior knowledge required!

Register online at www.tbam.org/calendar for Zoom login information, or contact Rabbi Aklepi for more information at [email protected].

Page 7 Commentator February 2021 • Page 8 Membership Rita Diaz Membership Director [email protected] ARE BACK Tuesday, February 2, 2021 A Zoom gathering at 7:30–9:00 pm

A Gator social gathering of folks who have a passion for all things Gator and make their spiritual home at Temple Beth Am.

Do you have a child at the University of Florida? Are you parents of graduates of University of Florida? Are YOU an alum of UF?

Join members of your clergy, professional staff, and lay leaders and schmooze with other Gators!

If you are interested in joining us for the evening, please call Rita Diaz, 305.323.9322 or RSVP to [email protected] TEACHERTEACHER APPRECIATIONAPPRECIATION SHABBATSHABBATSHABBAT FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2021 6:30 pm Join us as we celebrate our Temple Beth Am Day School and Religious School teachers with a Shabbat service featuring the music of special guest Elana Arian. We honor our teachers celebrating milestone anniversaries with Temple Beth Am as we recognize the incredible dedication, talent, and resilience of our staff and faculty in this unprecedented academic year. RSVP to www.tbam.org/teacherappreciation for Zoom link. MAZEL TOV TO OUR MILESTONE TEACHERS! 45 YEARS Jackie Berney

25 YEARS Wendy Perlman

20 YEARS Ellen Blumenthal Nancy Berry Eilat Schmalbach

15 YEARS Jeremy Ivans

10 YEARS Alyssa Allen Cari Altman Allison Bernstein

5 YEARS Jayme Fishman Mariana Orozco Jaime Dreilinger Phil Nathanson Adi Mendlestein Jodi Barras Amy Kutell Christine Perez Grace LaFontisee Lauren Bercuson Michelle Malca

We welcome Elana all weekend long as we worship, sing, and learn together. SHABBAT MINYAN SERVICES SUNDAY SALON SATURDAY, MARCH 6 SUNDAY, MARCH 7 10:30 am 10:30 am

ELANA ARIAN is one of the leading voices in contemporary Jewish music. A composer, multi-instrumentalist, prayer leader, and recording artist, Elana inspires communities around the world with her soulful songwriting and spirit. Elana’s work has been included in many Transcontinental Music publications, including both the popular Ruach and Shabbat Anthology series, and her compositions are sung in synagogues, summer camps, and spiritual communities from London to Cape Town, from Australia to New Orleans, and everywhere in between. Elana has released three albums of original music and is thrilled to be working on her fourth. Elana has served on the faculty of both Shirei Chagigah in London and the Hebrew-Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion in New York, working as a teaching artist in the Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music. She has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Tanglewood, and perhaps most memorably, five separate appearances at the (Obama) White House. Page 9 Commentator February 2021 • Page 10

Tamara Donnenfeld Director of Lifelong Learning [email protected]

This past year, businesses and non-profit institutions learned to that in the story of Purim both Jewish protagonists, Mordechai and reinvent new forms of connections to keep themselves afloat and Esther, reveal who they really are and “take off their masks” to save service their clients or community. For YERS, this new reality the Jewish people. “Desperate times call for desperate measures”, called for networking opportunities, and in that spirit, we brought a phrase attributed to Hippocrates. Mordechai’s courageous and together Miami Jewish institutions for collaboration. Thus, we brave essence and Esther’s bold and selfless acts are those hidden created CHAI-Fi, a Miami virtual Jewish space for kids of all ages gems that only surfaced in times of despair, in extreme times. to experience diverse and engaging programming. We also planned As with any threat that challenges our existence, like Covid-19, and ran professional development seminars for Jewish and Hebrew people’s true nature comes out and reveals hidden aspects of teachers in Miami-Dade and Broward and are currently offering ourselves. Let’s just hope that adversity makes us become the very a three-synagogue collaborative 8th grade course about Jewish best of ourselves and that we find the will and the strength to act Philanthropy during our MNC second semester. justly.

This strategy of collaboration has always been utilized, but it is now As people, we have endured many epidemic-style threats in the vibrantly accentuated at Temple Beth Am. The Religious School, course of our millenary history. Like Mordechai and Esther, let’s Day School and the Programming Department at the Temple dig into our true selves and discover the goodness and the empathy have joined forces to produce family education and connectivity we need to eradicate plagues like anti-Semitism, intolerance and opportunities for all, regardless where they spend most of their bigotry. Let goodness win. Let’s celebrate civil responsibility, acts time at the temple. This past December, Religious School and Day of kindness, good leadership and fight the ills of society with justice School families enjoyed a socially distanced, in-person Chanukah and love. Scavenger Hunt. This coming month, as we celebrate the holiday of Purim, all departments are hard at work planning and preparing for This year, wear your physical mask, but challenge yourself to show a fun and educational program to perform the mitzvot of Purim and your inner beauty and wear your grace and virtue on your sleeve! engage our families in Jewish learning and living.

Purim calls us to wear masks- how ironically appropriate at the Chag Purim Sameach! time of a global pandemic! What I find so interesting is the fact Tamara Of all the exciting things happening at Temple Beth Am Youth With B’nei Mitzvah services and celebrations being different Programming, one of the most exciting is our Israel Track and from what you probably envisioned over the past year, a winter Trip for 2021-2022 eighth and ninth graders. Our 2019 alumni break trip to Israel can be the perfect way to celebrate your can attest to it! child’s coming of age in Judaism.

“We connected with the people of Israel. We met Tracy and Gal, our local guides. Their insight and local knowledge added so much. We had the opportunity to meet families and spend the day and night with them. We did team building exercises. We cooked and shared meals together. Boy, we were not tourists anymore. We did so many things that I had not done before.

We toured neighborhoods and saw amazing graffiti art like I had not seen before. We visited a chocolate factory and made our own delicious desserts. From the Dead Sea to the markets in Tel Aviv, to the Hanukkah lights in Old City to our trip to Yerucham; this trip was so much different and extremely touching and moving. Maybe, because I was more connected. Maybe because I was there with my friends. Maybe because I was there again, but it did feel like the first time! But it still somehow felt like home.” - Teen, alumna

“Hopefully, this is just the beginning of a beautiful spiritual tradition at Temple Beth Am. We are blessed to have you and Erica as leaders and working so hard to give our children such an amazing opportunity at this time of their lives. This will instill the love for Israel and make sure that Judaism is part of the fabric of their life.” - Parent

The Israel Track and Trip offers 8th and 9th graders the chance to discover their relationship with Israel, how Israel matters to them and determine their own, personal why, while strengthening their friendships locally and with teens in Yerucham, Miami’s sister city in Israel. This type of teen programming already proved its impact to not only the participants but the families as well.

Having an existential conversation at an ancient Jewish site, participating in a Food Pantry in Jerusalem, exploring new culture, food and daily life with Israeli teens are all memories that will remain throughout their lives.

We invite your teen to partake in this opportunity to learn, practice, and experience Judaism and Israel. For questions or more information, please contact Tamara Donnenfeld at [email protected].

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READING WITH THE RABBI Morality by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Tuesdays 12:00-1:30 p.m.

Our book club moves back to lunchtime as Rabbi Greengrass guides us in a discussion of the final book from the late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, one of the most distinguished Jewish thought leaders of our time.

With liberal democracy embattled, public discourse grown toxic, family life breaking down, and drug abuse and depression on the rise, many fear what the future holds. In Morality, Rabbi Sacks traces today’s crisis to our loss of a strong, shared moral code and our elevation of self-interest over the common good. A major work of moral philosophy, the book provides an inspiring vision of a world in which we can all find our place and face the future without fear.

RSVP for Zoom login info at tbam.org/morality

Removing Our Masks: Recovery and Purim Sunday, February 21 7:00 p.m.

On Purim, we share the story of Esther, who had the courage to stop hiding her identity so that she could stand up for herself and for her people. What masks are you looking to remove this Purim? What can we learn from Esther’s bravery?

We welcome Steve Dropkin, well known Jewish composer, cantorial soloist, teacher, and performer who will share through music and his recovery journey, how the Purim story can inspire us to reclaim our truest selves.

RSVP for Zoom info at www.tbam.org/purimrecovery Questions? Contact Rabbi Jaime Aklepi at [email protected] or 305.667.6667 GREAT AMERICAN TEXTS: A Jewish Perspective WEDNESDAYS: FEBRUARY 10, 17, and 24 12:00 – 1:00 pm This three session Lunch & Learn will connect Jewish wisdom to democracy’s fundamentals through Great American Texts. Inspired by Rabbi Michael Holzman’s Rebuilding Democracy Project, we will engage in discussion around important American texts and the values they represent. At a time of widespread political cynicism, we will explore what happens to our souls when we are cynical. Our texts will include: The Declaration of Independence, Frederick Douglas’ Fourth of July speech, and Eleanor Roosevelt’s The Struggle for Human Rights. We’ll be on zoom, so bring your own lunch! RSVP for Zoom info at www.tbam.org/greatamericantexts

Nancy Billings, Democracy Hanging By A Thread

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND 7:00 PM TBAM Sisterhood invites the whole Temple Beth Am mishpocheh to a fun-filled night for all! You’ll plotz, you’ll kvell, and you’ll learn more about Yiddish culture, popular Yiddish words, and how Yiddish has evolved throughout the years. We welcome special guest Professor Jeffrey Weinstock of the University of Miami to lead our discussion. He’s a real mensch; we’re already verklempt! You don’t have to worry about schlepping to this program; it’s all on Zoom! RSVP at www.tbam.org/yiddish We can’t wait to see your punims there to laugh, learn, and schmooze together!

PROFESSOR JEFFREY WEINSTOCK is a professor in the Business School at the University of Miami. He graduated summa cum laude from Yale University and holds a graduate degree with high honors from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is a five-time winner of the Excellence in Teaching award at the University of Miami and in 2018 was named one of the Top 50 Undergraduate Business Professors in the U.S. He lived in Israel for 13 years, is fluent in Hebrew, Yiddish, Spanish and Portuguese and echoes German-Jewish philosopher Franz Rosenzweig who once said "Nothing Jewish is alien to me."

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SUNDAYSUNDAY SALONS SALONS10:30 AM via Zoom and tbam.org/streaming

FEBRUARY 7, 2021 IT IS NO DREAM: THE LIFE OF THEODOR HERZL This documentary explores the life and times of Theodor Herzl, father of the modern State of Israel. Narrated by Academy Award-winner, Sir Ben Kingsley and starring Academy Award-winner Christoph Waltz as the voice of Theodor Herzl, this film examines how Herzl, a well-known journalist and playwright, an assimilated, Budapest-born Jew, horrified by the Dreyfus trial in Paris and the anti- Semitism he saw spreading across Europe, took upon himself the task of attempting to create a Jewish homeland in Palestine against all odds. Over the span of eight years, Herzl organized and led a worldwide political movement that within fifty years led to the establishment of the State of Israel.

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 SLICE OF JEWISH LIFE: THE JEWISH COMMUNITY IN IRAN Join us for a special event co-sponsored by the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami and Sephardi Voices, moderated by Dr. Henry Green, University of Miami professor and founder of Sephardi Voices, along with Dr. Lina Samimy, physician and artist, through testimony of her departure from Iran. Our keynote speaker is Dr. Lior Sternfeld, an assistant professor of history and Jewish Studies at Penn State, a social historian of the modern Middle East with interests in the histories of the Jewish people and other minorities of the region. Author of the book “Between Iran and Zion: Jewish Histories of Twentieth-Century Iran,” Sternfeld examines Zionism and constitutionalism, against the backdrop of Iranian nationalism, and the development and integration of Jewish communities in Iran into the nation-building projects of the last century. RSVP online for all events at www.tbam.org/calendar Adult Reading Room Library events are coordinated by Etta Gold MLS RJE, Congregational Librarian. Contact Etta at [email protected] VIRTUALLY! Temple Beth Am Day School Applications are now open at www.tbam.org/admissions

Apply now or contact us to schedule a virtual tour! 305.665.6228

We are working on creating an edible garden right here on our campus! Opportunities available for individuals and groups to take “ownership” over one or more beds! We would love to hear from you if you are interested in participating.

Contact Greg Frankel: [email protected]

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FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2021 See page 9 for details 6:30 pm Join us as we celebrate our Temple Beth Am Day School and Religious School teachers with a Shabbat service featuring the music of special guest Elana Arian. We honor our teachers celebrating milestone anniversaries with Temple Beth Am as we recognize the incredible dedication, talent, and resilience of our staff and faculty in this unprecedented academic year. RSVP to www.tbam.org/teacherappreciation for Zoom link. MAZEL TOV TO OUR MILESTONE TEACHERS! 45 YEARS Jackie Berney

25 YEARS Wendy Perlman

20 YEARS Ellen Blumenthal Nancy Berry Eilat Schmalbach

15 YEARS Jeremy Ivans

10 YEARS Alyssa Allen Cari Altman Allison Bernstein

5 YEARS Jayme Fishman Mariana Orozco Jaime Dreilinger Phil Nathanson Adi Mendlestein Jodi Barras Amy Kutell Christine Perez Grace LaFontisee Lauren Bercuson Michelle Malca

We welcome Elana all weekend long as we worship, sing, and learn together. SHABBAT MINYAN SERVICES SUNDAY SALON SATURDAY, MARCH 6 SUNDAY, MARCH 7 10:30 am 10:30 am

SLOANE GELFMAN FEBRUARY 6, 2021 Sloane is an 8th grade student at Palmetto Middle School. When she’s not dancing, you will find her hanging with friends, family and her doodle, Maggie. Sloane’s laugh is contagious and she is the most fun to be around. Her parents, Lisa and David and brother, Jace are very proud of the kind, sensitive and thoughtful person she is and can’t wait to watch her become a Bat Mitzvah.

ADAM OLSTER FEBRUARY 6, 2021 Adam is a 7th grade honor student at Palmetto Middle School. Adam’s biggest joys are fishing and basketball. He is extremely funny and has a great sense of humor. For his mitzvah project, he and his brother designed and sold a t-shirt supporting the frontline workers and donated the proceeds to Feeding South Florida. His parents, Jill and Ron, and big sister Emily are beyond proud of him and love him so much.

JARED OLSTER FEBRUARY 6, 2021 Jared is a 7th grade honor student at Palmetto Middle School. He enjoys playing basketball, watching football, and hanging out with his friends. He is kind, generous, and always willing to help others. Jared and his brother created and sold t-shirts thanking the frontline workers as their B’nai Mitzvah project. All the proceeds were donated to Feeding South Florida. His parents, Jill and Ron, and big sister Emily are incredibly proud of him and love him so much.

SOPHIA DAVIS FEBRUARY 13, 2021 Sophie is a 7th grade honor student at Palmetto Middle School. She is an excellent student, loving daughter and sister, and incredible friend. Sophie loves spending time with her family and friends, going skiing, playing tennis, and going to sleepaway camp every summer. Her parents, Jordana and Jason and brother Sam are beyond proud of her and cannot wait to celebrate her Bat Mitzvah.

EVELYN VIRGINIA KELLY FEBRUARY 20, 2021 Evelyn is currently in the 7th grade in the IB program at Gulliver Prep. She is a great student and is currently on the dean’s list. She loves art, reading, swimming in the ocean and running on the cross country team at Gulliver. Evelyn is a wonderful daughter, friend, and older sister to Vivian and Madeline. Her parents, Sabra and Max, are very proud of her many accomplishments and cannot wait to celebrate this special day with her.

COOPER HALLER FEBRUARY 20, 2021 Cooper is a 7th grade student at Palmetto Middle School. He is a great student, friend, brother, and son. Cooper loves the Dolphins, Heat, Hurricanes, Marlins and the NY Yankees. His favorite times are at camp and being with family and friends. He is witty, compassionate, and has a fantastic sense of humor. His parents, Kim and Greg, and brother Sawyer are so proud of him and are all looking forward to celebrating this special occasion. MAZEL TOV B'NAI MITZVAH

MATTHEW JORDAN FRIEDMAN FEBRUARY 27, 2021 Matthew Jordan Friedman is a 7th grader at Ransom Everglades School. He is an excellent student, great friend and immensely caring son to his parents and an exceptional brother to his older and younger sisters, Jessica and Alexa. Matthew is an avid NBA fan, lacrosse player and gamer. We are so proud of our young man and his achievements.

Segal_Brotherhood_ad 1/19/21 12:53 PM Page 1 Jew ish and In Conversation- with Comedy Writer Danny Segal Thursday, February 18th, 7:30 pm An Online Presentation Via Zoom • Registration Required

Born and raised in Pinecrest, Danny Segal graduated from Temple Beth Am Day School. His mother, Cantor Lisa Segal, was a long-time member of our clergy before joining Temple Beth Sholom. Danny graduated from the University of Florida in 2011, before moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in TV writing. Danny soon landed a job as an assistant to writer/producer Kenya Barris, becoming one of his primary collaborators: staff writer on the Black-ish spin-off, Grown-ish, and as writer/producer of the Netflix series #BlackAF. Kenya also is Executive Producer of Danny’s original projects, co-written with writing partner Isaac Schamis, which are currently in development at ABC, 20th Century Fox, Netflix and MGM. Their main focus heading into 2021 is the launch of a new studio with the goal of promoting young, diverse new voices, specifically from the African American community, helping them tell stories which are more important than ever in today’s political climate. Details and Registration at tbam.org/dannysegal Presented jointly by Temple Beth Sholom Brotherhood and Brotherhood of Temple Beth Am

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PARTICIPATE AND MOTIVATE One of our most cherished traditions is honoring and By giving from the heart and receiving proper recognition, recognizing those who have committed to preserving the you teach your children the value of philanthropy, and why past and to those committed to expanding the possibilities giving matters. By receiving recognition, you inspire others for our future. From our Founders to our current members, to join in this amazing campaign. we have been blessed with generous and selfless support. Our Beyond the Curve Capital Campaign is a game changer Maimonides taught that you have not properly fulfilled a for the South Florida Jewish Community. We have over mitzvah completely, until you have taught or encouraged 250 families that have stepped up and are making our someone else to do the same mitzvah. Anonymous giving dream a reality. Many young families have joined the is the highest form of giving. However, encouraging others campaign; we continue to increase our base. to participate in the same mitzvah is equally important.

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Contact Ilana Gilat, Development Director, at [email protected] or 786.364.9429 See our progress and donor names at tbam.org/beyondthecurve February is JDAIM Month - Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month. Mitzvah Day is

By creating awareness, we also celebrate people in March 14 our community of all abilities and ensure every- This year and all events will be planned with one has a place at the table. Our Jewish tradition Covid restrictions in mind. teaches us of our obligation to ensure all people Watch for registration information to come. have equal access in religious and public life. In Leviticus 19:14 we are commanded “You shall not insult the deaf or place a stumbling block before the blind”. Stumbling blocks come in many forms: unequal access or subpar educational and employ- ment opportunities, lack of accessible housing and transportation, and discrimination and exclusion in all spaces. Temple Beth Am and the Tikkun Olam Committee will work towards making everyone a part of the temple community and welcome input from all members on this topic. There is still much work to be done!

SOCIAL JUSTICE SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS TOURETTES and TORAH Lessons for an Inclusive Community Featuring Pamela Schuller

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 at 7:00 PM In honor of Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month, our Tikkun Olam Committee invites you for a comedic and heartfelt performance from special guest Pamela Schuller that will challenge us to embrace, love, and find humor in the things that makes us different. As a teen, Pamela had the worst diagnosed case of Tourette Syndrome in the country, a touch of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and a whole lot of pent-up anger. She spent years depressed, suicidal, and wishing her differences away. Over time, she started looking at her life differently and turned her obstacles and challenges into the very fuel that propels her. Now an internationally known disability and mental health advocate and professional stand-up comedian, Pamela’s stories of growing up in a body she had no control over are engaging, powerful, a little bit heart-wrenching, and unapologetically funny. RSVP at www.tbam.org/inclusive Commentator February 2021 • Page 20 Peace Love Sponsor

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as of January 15, 2021 Become a sponsor today at TBAM.ORG/ANNUALAUCTION Page 21 Dear Sisters, It’s incredible to me that February is here and we are already starting to plan for the upcoming year. Don’t get me wrong in thinking that our efforts for this year are done. We still have plenty of exciting programming coming up this month and for the remaining months until summer. I’m asking YOU to think about what more you’d like to see Sisterhood engage in. Your thoughts and opinions matter to me and the board. We want to continue offering exciting programming to keep you engaged and active with us. It’s also the time to let me know if you’d like to step up and get involved. You don’t have to be a board member to attend our meetings. The meetings are open to everyone. You simply have to contact me to let me know that you’d like to come and I can forward the Zoom link. If you’re someone with leadership skills or are interested in learning leadership skills, if you have fresh ideas and are willing to work to see them come to fruition, if you’d like to connect with other women who are willing to work with you, Sisterhood wants YOU! Please reach out to me at [email protected] or Susan Lampen, our Executive VP. We look forward to hearing from you. Our next board meeting is Wednesday, February 10th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. We hope to see you there!

DILIA GROSSMAN, Sisterhood President Sisterhood Movie Club MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH 7:00 pm Our February movie is Just Mercy, starring Michael B. Jordan (also known as The Sexiest Man Alive!) and Jamie Foxx. The film chronicles the story of Bryan Stevenson and his defense of Walter McMillian, a black man wrongly accused of murder and sentenced to death. Stevenson encounters racism and legal and political maneuverings as he tirelessly fights for McMillian's life. Marilyn Gustman will lead our discussion of this wonderful film, which is currently available on HBO Max. You can also visit justwatch.com to find other streaming options. RSVP at www.tbam.org/movieclub and don’t forget to bring your movie snacks!

For more information on all programs, please e-mail us at [email protected]. Please include your phone number so we can call you back. Page 22 ISRAEL UPDATE with Deputy Consul General Kasa Bainesay-Harbor

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 7:00 PM

We welcome special guest Kasa Bainesay-Harbor to discuss the latest in Israeli politics. Kasa arrived to Miami in March of 2019 to assume the role as Deputy Consul General at the Israeli Consulate in Miami. Previously, she served as the Deputy Head of Mission at the Israeli Embassy in Wellington, New Zealand. Before being assigned to New Zealand, Kasa served as the Deputy Head of Mission at the Israeli Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar. Kasa holds an M.A. from Tel-Aviv University in the field of Public Policy and a B.A. from Hebrew University in the field of International Relations and Education. She is fluent in Amharic, Hebrew and English. RSVP at www.tbam.org/israelupdate

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Save-the-Date Thursday, March 4 Thursday, March 18 Tuesday, March 23 SISTERHOOD PASSOVER MIXED MEDIA BOOK CLUB SOUTH FLORIDA STYLE ART PROGRAM

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By Dr. Lenore C. Kipper, RJE, Judaic Studies Director, Emerita Enduring Wisdom from the Pirkei Avot Honor and respect are essential teachings of Judaism. The Hebrew wordkavod is used many times in Pirkei Avot as well as other sources. Honoring the Eternal One, parents, teachers, and friends is a traditional responsibility that we teach. Honoring parents is part of the Ten Commandments. One of the most important types of kavod is that which we show the aged. With long life comes an abundance and variety of experiences. We can benefit from their experiences by asking and listening to their perspectives on many aspects of life. The question is asked, “Who is honored and respected? The one who honors and respects others.”

Avot 4:12 Avot 4:18 “Rabbi Elazar would say, ‘Let the honor of your student be as dear “Rabbi Shimon ben Elazar would say, ‘When your friend becomes to you as your own, let the honor of your friend be equal to the angry, don’t try to calm him. When he is recently bereaved, don’t respect due to your teacher, and let the respect due to your teacher try to comfort him. When he is about to make an oath, don’t ask be equivalent to the reverence due to the Eternal One.’” him questions, and after he has been disgraced, don’t rush to see Kavod begins with each person. If we feel proud of ourselves, him.’” the choices we make, how we behave toward others, that is Rabbi Shimon advises us not to rush in to help a friend called self-respect. We can then show kavod to others with described in the quote. Why? It seems our instincts might be greater understanding. “Let your neighbor’s honor be as dear just the opposite. I believe this quote cautions us to be there, to you as your own.” When each person remembers to show but first be a listener. Rashi points out that it is difficult to calm kavod, imagine what good feelings could be created in families, someone who has just become so angry, disgraced or bereaved in schools and in the community. in the moment. A good friend learns to wait before speaking. Timing is everything! Avot 4:13 “Rabbi Simeon would say, ‘There are three crowns; the crown of Avot 4:20 Torah, the crown of priesthood, and the crown of royalty; but the “Elisha ben Abuyah said, ‘Learning as a child; what is that like? crown of a good name is greater than all of them.’” Ink inscribed on new paper. Learning in old age; what is that like? The Hebrew for a good name is shem tov. It teaches us that Inscribed on blotted paper. Who learns from the young is like one every person can achieve this. It is not inherited. It comes with who eats unripe grapes. Who learns from elders is like one who personal worth and upright character. It implies that a good eats ripe grapes and drinks vintage wine. Don’t look at the flask name means a good reputation. From childhood to adulthood, but at what is in it. There are new flasks full of old wine, and old our actions determine how we are perceived by others. Do we ones that don’t even contain new wine.’” establish habits of behavior that exemplify trust, righteousness, Maimonides suggests that what is learned in one’s youth will caring and concern for others? It is the crown of a good name, not be easily forgotten. However, he adds that the wisdom of of attaining through good deeds and a right attitude, the respect the young is filled with questions that have not been adequately of the community at large. In all of our relationships, business, examined or reflected upon. Time improves the perspective professional, and personal, we strive to develop a shem tov. It is and wisdom of those who have had lifelong experiences and especially important for leaders in government. learning. We are reminded in the last statement not to judge someone from outward appearances, but to consider the inner Avot 4:15 character virtues of a person. This is similar to the saying “Rabbi Mattiah ben Heresh said, ‘Greet everybody first, and be a “don’t judge a book by its cover”. tail to lions; but do not be a head of foxes.’” He recommends that we do not wait for others to greet us, Avot 4:21 but we should take the first step to greet others. This is a “Rabbi Elazar said, ‘Envy, lust, and the pursuit of glory takes a way to make connections with other people and take the first person out of this world, makes one unfit for human society.’” step of extending friendship. The next part of his saying is Both Rashi and Maimonides consider these traits as personal more complicated. Although you may be a person of great weaknesses and will cause a person to forget one’s knowledge knowledge and wisdom, you should strive to learn from others of Torah. Any of these three will negatively impact on a who are more distinguished, to listen and learn from them. In person’s moral and intellectual virtues. Another commentator, other words, he recommends learning with a group that may be Bartinoro, specifically identifies lust as the pursuit of eating, stronger and more advanced in scholarship in any area, than to drinking and sexual pleasure. strive to be the dominant person in an average group. This is a challenge for teachers. Sometimes one has to be in both roles. L’shalom, Lenore THURSDAYS at 5:30 PM Mix one part Happy Hour with words of wisdom and some human interest and you get Erev Tov! “Erev Tov” is Hebrew for “Good Evening,” and Rabbi Aklepi invites you to join her every Thursday as we move from workday to evening and work week to weekend.

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Page 25 Commentator February 2021 • Page 26 MART Conversation with WEDNESDAY MARCH 17, 2021 Marra B. Gad 7:30 PM (ET) author of “The Color of Love--A Story of a Mixed Race Jewish Girl,” winner of the 2020 Midwest Book Award for Memoir

The joint congregations of MART (Miami Area Reform Temples) are pleased to present this candid Book ordering Information: www.marrabgad.com/book conversation with award-winning author Marra B. Gad. Marra will be in conversation with Nancy Ratzan, lawyer and community activist who champions women’s rights and social justice. We encourage you to read a copy of Marra’s book, “The Color of Love--A Story of a Mixed Race Jewish Girl” before the program. Webinar Registration: http://tiny.cc/MART2021

This program is open to members of the sponsoring MART-member synagogues. the current of life

We mourn the passing of

Luis Glaser, Ph.D., husband of Ruth, father of Miriam (Jack) Lipsky and Nicole (Nate) Kuppermann, and grandfather of Megan and Lauren Lipsky and Maya, Eliana and Cianna Kuppermann

Chet Alan Elfenbein, husband of Ariella Helen Elfenbein, father of Danny (Marty) Elfenbein, Mikhael (Jamie) Elfenbein and Andrea (Tommy) Sanders and grandfather of Landon, Jake, Cole and Emma Elfenbein and Taylor Sanders

Howard Margoluis, husband of Sandie Margoluis

Stanley Melvin Gold, father of Lois (Michael) Pfeffer and Harriet (David) Fisher; grandfather of Talia and Daniel Pfeffer, Matthew and Allison Fisher, Steven and Jackie Fisher, and Jane Fisher; great grandfather of Paige and Ari Fisher; and his nephew Paul (Susan) Fletcher

Isaac Serure, father of Alan (Karen) Serure, Bobbi (David) Ciciyasvili, Elyse Serure, Cynthia (John) Blanc, Lori (Jim) Zielinski, Vanessa Serure, and Jake (Miquelle) Serure, grandfather of, Gaby, Dean and Dottie; Michelle, Danielle and Talia; Danielle, Eric and Kirsten; Joshua; and Isaac, Joseph and Jacqueline

Sally Milstein was the beloved wife of the late Sol Milstein and the late Herman Rothman, and sister of Helen Harris. Sally was the loving mother of Marilyn Milstein (Ed Preston), the late Jeffrey (Birgitta) Milstein and Gary (Beth-Ann) Milstein; grandmother of Avi (Jacqueline) Wechsler, Sarah (Ross) Weinreb, Max and Sarah Milstein, and Elizabeth (Shaw) Lupton; and great-grandmother of Max and Ari Wechsler and Brody and Miles Weinreb

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WEEK ENDING Arnold Schatzman Peter Foldes David Jaime Rosenbaum* FEBRUARY 5, 2021 Abraham Schimmel Penny Forster Stuart Rosenthal* Paul Schoenberger Simanto Franco* Louis A. Ross* Eva Aibel* Carol Schomer Sheila Natasha Friedman* Margaret Klein Herbert Angel Alvin Schragis Juan Antonio Garrandes Rubenstein* Jeremy Barna Sidney P. Schreer* Harry Genet Arthur Rudin Abraham Brechner Joshua Joseph Oscar Murray Ginsburg* Maxwell Salem* Michael Cassorla Segal* Leonard Glazer Richard Salomon* Dorothy Chauncey* Bernard Shapiro Esther Glicken Moe Schatzman* Scott R. Clein* Gertrude Shapiro* Mike Gold Helen Schissell* Aaron Cohen Marvin Snyder Becky Goldstein* Sidney Shapiro Martha Cohen Judge Harold Solomon* Dr. Harvey A. Gollin* Simon Shoham Sylvia Cohen Inez Stone Samuel Gottlieb Kay Sitrin* Maurice Cooper Herb Martin Suskin* Bernard Greenberger Ann Sokol Janet Elfer Harry Tanenbaum Gretchen Grossman Mildred Steinbook Louis Feller* Sidney Teper* William Hauser* Madeline T. Stern* Judge Irving H. Fisher* Murray T. Uffer* Herman S. Hayet* Solomon Stieglitz* Gertrude Freund Gerald Wallach Madeline Heller Clifford Suchman* Nettie R. Goldberg* Fern Walsh George Hirsch Gertrude Tabb* Linda Jane Goldenstein Joseph Webman Arthur Hirschthal Ida Tanenbaum Priva Goldman Dan Weissman Jane Hyman Mr. Leslie Todd Janet Goodman Melody Wepburn- Shirley Jacobson* Anita Weiser Roslyn “Ronni” Goralnick* Solomon Ida Jeruss* Dorothy Weiss Joe Gould Judy Yngber Nochim Kallen Israel Aaron Wiener* Dr. Nancy Lee Greenfield* Phyllis Kassewitz* Henry B. Wilner*

Memory Samuel Grossman WEEK ENDING Dr. Macey H. Keyes* Ruth Osdin Wilner Samuel Harris* FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Frances King Annita Yurgel* Paula Hersh Joseph Klein Dorothy Hoffer Samuel D. Ades* Dr. Leo Korchin WEEK ENDING Cecelia Kaufman Erwin Adler Gerry Koross FEBRUARY 19, 2021 Sylvia Kay Sam Adler* Leroy Koross Dina Kaye* Harry M. Becker* Leona Landen* Sarah Abitbol Howard I. Kaye* Bernice “Bunny” Berman* Dr. Solomon Lanster* Laura Adler Sadie K. Klau Harold Berman Benjie Lebow Sol Bartner* Max Kleiman Robert Berman* Morris Leiderman* Anna Beame* Rose Klugerman* Gladys Bernat Ernest Levi Harold Berkow Mr. Harry Koross Warren Ilan Bilchik* David Levine* Harold Brochin* Rose Krasnor Donald Bleeker Ruth Litman* Dr. Herbert Cahan Nancy Lash Harman Dorothy Bloom Shirley Litman* David Coburn* Morris Lefkowitz Stanley J. Bodner Anthony Longo Danny David Cohen* Eugene Lemlich Jack Brenner Sam Lowe David R. Ellison* Howard B. Litman* Juliet Hartman Burk* Chaim Mann Morris D. Feinberg* Millie Marks Ruby Cantor* Frank Marks Sr David Fidler Enrique Maya Dr. Morton Corin* Florence Peggy Mermell Hyman Flicker Goldie Orechkin Harold Cromer* Leah Elizabeth Michaels* Solomon Fried Mary Osdin* Louis T. Davidson* Katherine Moses Isaac Furmanski* Miriam Osman Meyer “Mike” Selma Nankin* Molly Futernick* Larry Pine Deutschman* Theodore Robert Nelson* Julius Gelman* In Loving Sheldon Pivnik Dr. Alfred Dinert* Isaac Orinofsky Sarah Gold* Charles Rabinovich* Abraham Eisenman* Solomon Ort* Louis D. Goldberg* Daniel Ressler Anita Epstein* James Poet Florence Granite* Morris H. Ressler* Anna Faiwlowicz Marlene Price Isenberg Arnold Grossman* Faye Rittberg Hery Fernandez Irving Rafey* Robert Grossman Harry Rosen Minnie Fine* Morris Reiser* Frank B. Halpern* Murray Rozynes Susan Fink* Minna W. Rolnick* Jay Harris Beverly Hirsch Harry Salem* Marilyn Budner Sadie Massel Dr. Robert Edward Ilene Rudin Schneiderman Harold A. Busch* Rose Mittelberg* Hirschfield* Edna Schoenberger Richard Cahan Joseph Nadler Anne Orman Jacobs* Elsie Segal* Charlotte Chester* Bernice Panter Faye Kline* Ira Segal Bernard J. Cohen* Ethel Rappaport Seymour Kline Evelyn “Boo” Shapiro* Nathan Cohen* Hector Retchkiman Dr. William Harry Koblenz* Samuel Shonbrun* Frank Dorn Charles Rosenbach Fulton Krupsaw Louise Silber* Joan Kamarck Dorn Bernard Rosenblum Ham Kurtz* Stephen Sirkin Nathalie Egert* Nathan Roth Sylvia Lane Freda Spatz Max Faiwlowicz Pearl Roth Sol Langel Norman Stamler* Miriam Fernandez Seymour Schneider Minnie C. Lawrence* Blanche Stern Elaine Fiedel* Deborah Lawrence Schwartz* Jack Lebowitz Judith Tenzer* Lorraine Fishman* Ruth Stamler* Larry Levi Rose Levine Tiplitz* Sadie Fried* Nathan Stern Dr. Jacob E. Levin* Ruth Uklist Ruth Gastfriend Sam Stern Becky Levine Milton Ungar* Zelik Goldfarb* Lilyan Wagner* Ann F. Light* Cathy Warman* David Goldstein* Daisy Weill Morris Lovett Louis Weiser Albert Goodman David Welt* Nathan Lubie Edith Weisman Robert Harper Robert Arthur Wiener* Sidney Magerer Edith Hellinger* Alfred Wohl David Isaac Malca* WEEK ENDING Lawrence Hyman* Samuel Wolfe* Mae Mandel FEBRUARY 26, 2021 Dora Schubert Kallen Israel Zezynski Meyer Margolin Albert Kimmel Charlotte Zusman* Abraham Marin Dr. Morton Angell Joseph Konigsberg Gloria Marks Samuel Benaim* Leon Kroungold* Seymour Mazer Morris Benveniste Rhoda Zelda Kurzweil Robert McClaskey Isadore Berman* Lee Leshaw* Arthur Meier Ray Berrin* Hyman Levine* Linda Mendelson Jordan Bittel* Frances Levinson Philip Millheiser Sarah Bohm Heinz Lewin Marc Mintzer* Frank A. Bonilla* Clement Littauer Susana Mitrani Shirley Bosin* Bella Mann * Denotes individuals with a Samuel Reps* Marjean McLaughlin Buckner David J. Markenson* plaque in our sanctuary. NEW MEMBERS

Tyler and Anavictoria Landis, Aiden and Sydney Joshua and Andrea Lieberman and Blake Joseph and Nataly Sultan, Sara and Eli Manuel Barreto and Jenna Toneatti, Arianna and Julianna

MAzel Tov TO...

Barbara and Gary Davis on the birth of grandchild Maren Sloane Rosenfield

Marcia and Bill Silver on the birth of great grandchild Caleb Silver Moran

Dr. Elliott and Iris Grusky on the engagement of daughter Rachel to Rafi Montalvo

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DR. IRWIN PERLMUTTER Jacquelyn and Earl Wald and family in memory of ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND Shira Baumgard Garvett Keeping the Legacy of Temple Beth Am Founding Member, Dr. Irwin Perlmutter, alive through Jewish RABBI GREENGRASS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND Education Diane Greenfield and children in memory of Sam Seitlin, with love THE JOAN KRAMER GALLANT AND MARTIN Nanette and David Raska in honor of Jacob Phillips’ GALLANT CHILDREN’S FUND Bar Mitzvah In memory of our papa, Martin Gallant with love from Jacqueline Schimel in honor of Maia, Noah, Adi, and Jane, Mack and Sunny Caleb Gold. Happy Hanukkah! Love your Schimel Brian Gallant in loving memory of his parents cousins Tracy Gallant Brody in loving memory of her parents Lindsey Lorenzo and Asher Sobie in honor of Lindsey’s conversion CANTOR NELSON’S DISCRETIONARY FUND Jerry and Judy Wiskin in honor of our granddaughter Barbara Berman and Brett, Candace, Michael, Jake and Goldie Cohen’s Bat Mitzvah Alec in loving memory of Tod Berman. Always in our hearts and souls RITUAL/PRAYER BOOK FUND The Klein Family in memory of Shirley Klein THE STEPHEN ARKY FAMILY CARING FUND The Klein Family in memory of Grace K. Brings In loving memory of Steve Arky who is, and always will be, deeply in our hearts, with love and respect, Marlin, THE SHEPARD KING SCHOLARSHIP FUND Lisa and Todd Bernita King, Russell King and Tamara King Stark in Marilyn and Brenda Jablonski wishing Happy Holidays memory of our beloved Shep, who continues to to Marlin and David Feldman, Todd Arky and Family, inspire us in everything we do Lisa and Arky Buchwald and family, with love and best wishes for a healthy 2021 SISTERHOOD FUND Daniela Zanzuri and Ed Beiner in loving memory of DAY SCHOOL FUND Pamela Lear’s mother, Sherri Lee Wolf Lynn and Howard Zusman in loving memory of Rita Swichkow and Family in loving memory of our Aaron Rosenthal beloved Edith Swichkow

GENERAL FUND TIKKUN OLAM FUND Lee Binder in memory of Chet Elfenbien, He was a Ellen and Bob Blumenthal in memory of Lawrence Green, wonderful parent of mine at Greenfield Day School. father of Tracey Spiegelman Michael and Sandra Engber in honor of, and grateful for, Ellen and Bob Blumenthal in memory of Shira Baumgard. the livestream services Sending love to all her family Jennifer Malin Kaufman in memory of Lawrence “Larry” Suzanne and Dr. Lawrence Fishman in celebration of the Green, father of Tracey Spiegelman memorable Brotherhood Conversation with David Linda and Bob Spiegelman in memory of Larry Green, Lawrence Jr., surely one of the ‘lamed vavniks’ of the beloved father of Tracey Spiegelman world Daniela Zanzuri and Edward Beiner in memory of Paul and Marilyn Gustman in memory of Dorothy Fehder Lawrence “Larry” Green, father of Tracey Spiegelman Adele Hertz in memory of Charlotte Goldberg Milgram, mother of Michelle Robinson RABBI AKLEPI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND Barbara and Mitchell Lipcon in memory of Larry Green, Sandie Margoluis in appreciation of all your help and beloved father of Tracey Spiegelman, sent with love understanding during this sad period of my life Amy Mittelberg in honor of Luke Jaffee’s Bar Mitzvah Monica Warman in memory of Larry Green

We Give Thanks RABBI BARRAS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND Barbara Berman in memory of Ettica Rosenbaum, YAHRZEIT FUND beloved mother of Dr. Abbe Rosenbaum Hope Schneiderman and Rick and Natalia Garcia in Abe and Helene Benyunes in memory of Chet Elfenbein loving memory of Eugene Schneiderman David Burstyn with gratitude for Rabbi Barras’ classes Judy Gilbert-Gould in loving memory of my parents, Donna Levine in memory of Dr. Albert Tawil, brother Martha and Stanley Myers of Fran Berrin and Jackie Wald Marlene and Richard Kohn in memory of Lawrence Mitchell and Audrey Phillips in appreciation of Jacob’s “Larry” Green, father of Tracey Spiegelman Bar Mitzvah Michelle Weber in loving memory of Samuel Berger Robert & Michele Stone Elise and Danny van der Reis and family A MESSAGE FROM OUR SISTER CONGREGATION

First and foremost, Rabbi Ada Zavidov and I, together with the national anthem of Israel, to conclude the service. But the members of Kehilat Har-El, hope this column finds you now, the day after, what in particular struck a chord with and your loved ones healthy and well at this difficult time me were a few thoughts: would anything like this have for everyone across the globe. been even possible had the pandemic occurred only a few years earlier? Likewise, how blessed we are as Reform Jews With so many challenges large and small, we often lose to be able to adapt our Judaism not only to modernity, but sight of the opportunities and moments that we only to have the freedom and flexibility to do so basically at a learned to create together this past year. One of those was moment’s notice. But above all, and with much credit due last evening, December 27, or yesterday afternoon local time to the Marcus and Rabina families, and in particular to Niki for the Marcus and Rabina families. Tyler Marcus, son of Marcus who served as my primary contact with everyone, Temple Beth Am members Niki and Jeff Marcus, was origi- was the importance of nurturing the connection between nally scheduled to celebrate his bar mitzvah here in Jerusa- both our communities, Beth Am and Har-El, as a symbol lem, together with his first cousins Jared & Izzy Rabina from of the bond between the Jewish communities of the dias- New York. The situation being as it is, a trip to Israel was pora and Israel. Logistically, on paper at least, it would no longer a possibility, but to paraphrase a well-known say- have been much simpler to have everything “locally led”. ing, if you can’t bring the b’nai mitzvah to Jerusalem, bring However, the message that the Marcus and Rabina families Jerusalem (and other time zones) to the b’nai mitzvah! shared with their children and all those present is that Israel Gathered together on the patio of the Marcus’ home were and Jewish peoplehood are central values for them, and that Tyler, Jared, and Izzy, their siblings, parents, and grandpar- this unbreakable link transcends both physical distance and ents, and representing Temple Beth Am was Rabbi Jeremy even technological challenges, including the now famous Barras who came in person at the family’s request to co-lead catchphrase of 2020: “You’re on mute.” the service with me. Friends and family (including Jared & Izzy’s great grandparents!) from different time zones joined Wishing everyone a joyous, healthy, and safe Purim, and in the Zoom call, among them Rabbi Leora Frankel, the with the hope and prayer to soon welcome you in person to Rabina family’s rabbi, and representing Israel and Jerusalem, Jerusalem and to your sister congregation, yours truly. The Zoom call was then broadcast on a large screen TV on the patio so all those present in person could Cantor Evan Cohen see and hear everyone who had logged in for the celebra- Kehilat Har-El, Jerusalem tion.

The kids were, of course, fabulous, from skillfully leading prayers, effortlessly reading Torah, and eloquently sharing with us how Torah is still relevant to us today. And as an Israeli, it was personally moving for me to hear Tyler, Jared, and Izzy sing along to the chorus of Yerushalayim Shel Zahav (Jerusalem of Gold) and lead on their own Hatikvah,

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