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SHABBAT PROGRAM PROGRAM

March 1 and 2, 2019 / 25 Adar I 5779

Parashat Vayakhel - Shabbat Shekalim

ו�יּ�בֹאוּ כָּל־אִישׁ אֲשׁ�ר־נְשׂ�אוֹ לִבּוֹ ו�כֹל אֲשׁ�ר נָדְבָה רוּחוֹ אֹתוֹ הֵבִיאוּ אֶת־תְּרוּמַת ה' לִמְלֶאכֶת אֹהֶל מוֹעֵד וּלְכָל־עֲבֹדָתוֹ וּלְבִגְדֵי הַקֹּדֶשׁ:

"And everyone who excelled in ability and everyone whose spirit was moved came, bringing to the Eternal an offering for the work of the Tent of Meeting and for all its service and for the sacral vestments." (Exodus 35:21)

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

2 MARCH 1, 2019 / 25 ADAR I 5779 PARASHAT VAYAKHEL - SHABBAT SHEKALIM הֲכָנַת הַלֵּב OPENING PRAYERS AND MEDITATIONS *Shabbes Zol Zayn Folk Song שבת זאל זיין 36 Wolf Binder (1895- 38 Candle Blessings *(1967 הַדְלָקַת נֵרוֹת שׁ�ל שׁ�בָּת *( Aleichem Israel Goldfarb (1879-1956 שׁ�לוֹם עֲלֵיכֶם 40 קַבָּלַת שׁ�בָּת KABBALAT SHABBAT / WELCOMING SHABBAT *(L’chu N’ran’nah (Psalm 95) Debbie Friedman (1951-2011 לְכוּ נְ�נְּנָה (תהלים צה) 52 *(Shiru Ladonai (Psalm 96) Shlomo Carlebach (1926-1994 שׁ�ֽירוּ לַה' (תהלים צו) 54 *Mizmor L’David () Western Sephardic Melody מִזְמוֹר לְדָו�ד (תהלים כט) 62 *(L'chah Dodi (Shlomo Alkabetz) Kehillat Tsiyon ( לְכָה דוֹדִי 66 Kol Haneshama (Jerusalem)* *(Tov L’hodot () Ken Chasen (Born 1965 טוֹב לְהֹדוֹת (תהלים צב) 72 מַעֲ �יב MA’ARIV / THE EVENING SERVICE Bar’chu בָּ�כוּ 78 Hama’ariv Aravim Nusach הַמַּעֲ �יב עֲ �בִים 80 *( Debbie Friedman (1951-2011 אַהֲבַת עוֹלָם 86 (Sh’ma Yisrael Salomon Sulzer (1804-1890 שׁ�מַע י�שׂ��אֵל 88 (V’ahavta Cantillation (Trop ו�אָהַבְתָּ 89 *(Mi Chamochah Richard Silverman (born 1942 מִי כָמֹֽכָה 94 * Modzitz Chassidim הַשׁ�כִּיבֵֽנוּ 98 *(V’shamru Moshe Rothblum (Born 1944 ו�שׁ�מְרוּ 102 Chatsi Nusach חֲ צ ִי קַ דִּ ישׁ 104 Silent עֲ מִ ידָ ה 106 *(Zing Shtil Sholom Secunda (1894-1974 זינג שטיל Program *(Lema’an Achai V’rei’ai (Psalm Shlomo Carlebach (1926-1994 לְמַעַן אַחַי ו��עָי 120 (122 (תהלים קכב) Prayer for Healing תְּפִלָּה לִ�פוּאָה 130 Prayer for our Country תְּפִלָּה לַמְּדִינָה Program Blessing of the New Month Improvisation בִּ�כַּת הַחֹדֶשׁ 136 Kaddish Shalem Nusach קַדִּישׁ שׁ�לֵם 138 דְּ �שׁ�ה DRASHAH: SHARON KLEINBAUM *( Salomon Sulzer (1804-1890 עָלֵֽינוּ 140 Mourner’s Kaddish קַ דִּ ישׁ י �תוֹם 150 *( Aminadav Aloni (1928-1999 אֲדוֹן עוֹלָם 154 *Arranged by Joyce Rosenzweig 3 TONIGHT’S SERVICE LEADERS Service Leader: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Ba'alei Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg, Steven M. Fruh-Paul L. Marsolini Cantorial Position, and Amanda Seigel Music Director & Pianist: Joyce Rosenzweig Drashah: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum

Sing Softly / זינג שטיל Words: Wolf Younin (1908-1984)

FEATURED COMPOSER

Sholom Secunda (1894-1974) was one of the great composers of the Second Avenue theater scene. A boy cantor in the Ukraine, he emigrated with his family to the U.S. in 1907, enrolled at the Institute for Musical Art (now The Juilliard School) in 1914, and studied with Ernest Bloch after graduation. Secunda excelled in sacred music, classical music, and other genres, but achieved his fame as the composer of more than eighty operettas, melodramas, and musical shows for the Yiddish stage. He wrote the melody for “Bay mir bistu sheyn,” and for “Dos Kelbl - The Calf,” the song commonly known as “Donna Donna.” In addition, Secunda was a prolific composer of liturgical music, and collaborated in many services, concerts and recordings with the great operatic tenor and cantor, Richard Tucker.

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

ו�י�גַּל כַּמַּי�ם, מִשׁ�פָּט; וּצְדָקָה, כְּנַחַל אֵיתָן .before this nation was born Let justice well up like waters, and righteousness ) עמוס ה כד) (like a mighty stream (Amos 5:24

© Rabbi Ayelet Cohen Hebrew by Rabbi Noa Sattath

5 Refuah Shlemah – Healing Prayers Alton Bader Jeany Heller Rose Wahnon Falak Bahlawan Josephine Kleinbaum Gabriel Weingarten Nechama bat Seema Sue Rosansky Elise Fischer Hannah Siegel If you or a CBST member you know is ill and would like support, contact [email protected]. This printed list is for those with acute illness. You may say a name aloud during the healing prayer at services. CBST’s Committee provides assistance for members who are hospitalized or recovering from illness or loss. Email [email protected]. We’re your community; we’re here for you.

Yortzeits 25 Adar I to 1 Adar II 5779

Members memorialized on the Wine Family Sanctuary Memorial Wall Bruce Dresner Larry Lercher

Family & Friends memorialized on plaques on the Kuriel Chapel Memorial Wall Michael Altman Elaine Kneapler Sam Mizrahi Trudy Fruh Rae Kosow Billie Oxenhirt Helen Gursky Alvin Marks Benjamin Siegel Bruce Hawkins Elaine Marks Tony Taylor

The CBST community extends condolences to mourners among us. May God comfort you among all who mourn. We pray for peace.

All are welcome to an Oneg downstairs following the service.

Seating & Accessibility: CBST is committed to accessibility. At Friday services, several spaces for someone in a wheelchair and an adjacent chair are reserved; seats are released at 6:45pm if not occupied. CBST has a Hearing Induction Loop for hearing aids with T-Coils.

Phones and photography: Silence your cell phones. Photos are not permitted during services.

Bags and coats: Bags and coats are subject to search by security personnel.

Bicycles: Due to space and security issues, there is no bicycle storage inside the CBST vestibule or building.

Smoking: Is not permitted within 25 feet of our front door.

From CBST’s Green Team: We live in a city where rigid plastics are recyclable. Toss plastic straws, bottles, etc. in receptacles labeled “cans/bottles.” CBST now participates in NYC’s composting program. All of our disposable cups, plates, and flatware (except for plastic cups) are compostable and can go in the brown compost bins downstairs. The earth & the Green Team thank you.

Tonight, our thanks to: Better Events Sound Technician · CBST Facilities Staff Jorge Loyola, Victor Reyes, and Teresa Gutierrez · CBST Members & Friends who greet everyone at services · Shabbat sponsors and donors.

In case of emergency, walk out of the building and move far away.

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Ahead…

Saturday, March 2, 2019 / 25 Adar I 5779 Family Yoga-Meditation Shabbat Morning Services, 10am – all are welcome! Service Leader: Rabbi Yael Rapport and Hannah Temkin D’var Torah: Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Steven Philp

Friday, March 8, 2019 / 2 Adar II 5779 Saturday, March 9, 2019 / 2 Adar II 5779 Parashat Pekudei Liberal , 10am Kabbalat Shabbat, 6:30pm Service Leader: Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Service Leader: Rabbi Yael Rapport Intern Steven Philp Ba’alat Tefillah: Karen Krop Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Steve Zeidenberg, Pianist: Dror Baitel Steven M. Fruh-Paul L. Marsolini Cantorial Drashah: Rabbi Yael Rapport Position D’var Torah: Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Steven Philp

CBST Congregational Retreat

Registration for the 2019 CBST Congregational Retreat is now closed – to be added to the waitlist, email [email protected].

Purim 5779! Hamentashen Baking Monday, March 18, 5 to 6pm dough "prep', 6:30pm baking begins, 130 West 30th Street into the groove ... of makin' hamentashen! Dough-making starts in the late afternoon and the baking will continue through the evening when we'll provide pizza and soft drinks; bring your own beer or wine to share. Learn to create some great "alterna-tash" flavors. Suggested $10 donation at the door.

Families with Kids Party Wednesday, March 20, 5:00pm, 130 West 30th Street Families, friends, and fun-lovers of all ages are welcome to CBST's Purim Party. Enjoy mask making, hamentashen baking, face painting, and balloon animals. After the party, stay for Behind the Mask: A Purim Adventure, a multi-sensory theatrical experience for ages 0-6.

Behind the Mask: A Purim Aggadah Adventure Mar. 20 (5:30pm), Mar. 23 (11:30am), Mar. 24 (10:30am), 130 West 30th Street This creative re-imagining of the Purim story will bring the holiday to life in an exciting new way designed especially for very young audiences and their grownups. This performance is free for CBST member families with kids! Tickets at cbst.org/aggadah-adventures!

Purim Celebration and Multilingual Megillah Reading Wednesday, March 20, Ma'ariv service begins at 6pm, followed by Megillah reading, 130 West 30th Street Purim with CBST is always a fabulous night of revelry! Come hear a fun-filled Ma'ariv service, multilingual Megillah reading, featuring over 20 languages to retell the story of queens and villains and victory. This year's theme: "Back to the Garden." Whether you were a hippie at Woodstock (1969) or experiencing "flower power" for the first time, grab your tie-dye, bell bottoms, flowy skirts, and open your mind for a celebration of peace, love, and hamentashen!

7 Upcoming See all these events and more at cbst.org/events/month Speak Torah to Power with Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Wednesday, March 13, doors open at 6pm, talk begins at 7pm, Peter Norton Symphony Space - 2527 Bway at 95th As part of Avodah's 2019 speaker series, Rabbi Kleinbaum’s talk on "Creating New of Empathy" will cover what it takes to look empathetically into the of another and show up in acts of love and solidarity, living out our awareness that each person is created in G-d's image. RSVP: bit.ly/RabbiKleinbaumTorahToPower.

National Day of Advocacy with SAGE Wednesday, March 13, bus leaves for Washington, D.C. at 5am and returns to New York at 11:30pm Calling all advocates! LGBT elders and older people living with HIV gather to rally together and speak directly to members of Congress. Schedule, agenda, and registration info: bit.ly/AdvocacyDayWithSAGE.

Free, Confidential HIV Testing Friday, March 15, 4:30 to 6:30pm, 130 West 30th Street Come get tested and know your status. Registration not required, and walk-ins are more than welcome. However, if you feel comfortable, we appreciate an email to reserve an appointment: [email protected].

#FightbackFiresideChat with Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Wednesday, March 20, 12:30pm, Center for Popular Democracy Office – 449 Troutman Street, Brooklyn Rabbi Kleinbaum speaks at the Center for Popular Democracy on her role as a leader in the movement for equality and justice for people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions and the spiritual awakening that can occur when you engage in direct action in pursuit of social justice. RSVP to Beth Slade at [email protected].

Israeli Dance Class Mondays, Mar. 25, Apr. 22, 7pm, 130 West 30th Street Learn with internationally known Israeli dance teacher and choreographer, Mitch Ginsburgh. Enjoy the best Israeli music from yesterday and today, build coordination and dance skills, learn new dances, and sweat. To register, click on the event in the cbst.org calendar. Come to one session, or all!

SAVE the DATE: “Psalm Enchanted Evening” Benefit Concert Sunday, June 2, 4pm, 130 West 30th Street This 24th Annual Benefit Concert for Music at CBST highlights our community’s intense engagement with the with over 250 people committed to daily recitation of their chosen Psalms. The CBST Chorus under the direction of Joyce Rosenzweig, Cantor Steve Zeidenberg, and renowned guest singers and instrumentalists share the diverse musical settings inspired by the Psalms.

Bold Spiritual Community of Resistance and Love

Support the Suitcase Project and Help Us Support Sarah W. Now That She's Home! This week, CBST community members met Sarah W, who was just released from prison, and gave her a suitcase full of necessary items that the CBST community donated! If you're interested in being part of the circle of CBSTers welcoming and supporting Sarah, email either [email protected] or [email protected].

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

Welcoming Visit at Islamic Center at NYU Fridays, 12:45 to 2:30pm, 238 Thompson Street Welcome worshippers to the Islamic Center at NYU’s Jummah midday prayer service. To participate in House of Peace, speak to Harold Levine or Ira Rosenblum, or email them at [email protected]. s 8

Lehrhaus Judaica Adult Education Feb-Mar 5779

The Synagogue: A Place of Worship in Time and Space - open to all Tuesday, March 5, 7:45pm to 8:45pm Archeologists date the oldest synagogue to the 3rd century BCE. What does this structure have in common with our 21st-century centers of learning and worship? In this course taught by Miya Rotstein, examine decorative art, architecture, historical texts, and accounts that have influenced the Jewish House of Worship. Register: bit.ly/SynagogueHistory2019

Special Series

Big Questions: Exploring through a Denominational Lens Saturdays, Mar. 23, Apr. 13, May 11, Jun. 22, 12:45pm How do different movements within Judaism answer life's big questions? In this course, taught by CRRI Steven Philp, explore how have grappled with topics like God, revelation, good versus evil, and peoplehood - and see what conclusions we might come to ourselves. Class will take place after services, so grab your lunch and join us! No registration required.

Animals in the Jewish 4 Tuesdays, beginning April 2, 6:30pm to 7:45pm In this heart-engaged and text-based course taught by CRRI Deborah Megdal, we’ll set a kavannah (intention) of blessing animals as fellow creations with whom we share the world and whose place in our tradition is deserving of study. We will review Biblical and rabbinic texts that see animals as possessing certain spiritual qualities and human traits, as legally responsible for their own actions, and even as sources of prophecy. We will find guidance on how to treat animals today (spoiler alert: with profound mercy) based on traditional texts detailing how to care for working animals and how to capture wild animals; questioning whether we have an obligation to help others care for their animals; and arguing that animal rest is an essential piece of Shabbat practice. We will also discuss the values that underlie the laws of , including kosher slaughter. All texts will be presented with full English translation alongside the original. No previous background required.

Weekly Torah and Study with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz Thursdays, 130 West 30th Street

6:30pm to 7:30pm: This text-based “Mishmar” study for trans and non-binary participants on the Parashat Hashavua (the ). Register: bit.ly/CBSTTorahStudy.

7:45pm to 8:30pm: This Talmud study session is open to everyone of every gender identity. Register: bit.ly/CBSTTalmudStudy.

These study sessions are free of charge. Your contribution will benefit Trans Jews Are Here programming. All backgrounds and skill levels are welcome to attend. CBST recommends regular attendance especially for Talmud study, but drop-ins are always welcome.

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Families with Children at CBST

Our Jewish learning program offers opportunties for children and young adults ages 0-18, along with their grown-ups. Programming includes Limmud B’Shabbat Hebrew School, early childhood programs, b’nai training, holiday events, and more.

More info at cbst.org/children or contact Jennifer Kleinbaum at 212-929-9498 x 816. For Limmud Program information, contact Principal, Jonathan Chapman at [email protected]

NEW! – Aggadah Adventures Join CBST for a series of unique theatrical experiences designed especially for our youngest community members (ages 2-6) and their grownups. These immersive, multi-sensory, and educational performances will bring Jewish text to life in new and exciting ways -giving participants an active role in telling the story as it unfolds. Utilizing puppetry, live music, and sensory , Aggadah Adventures creatively and meaningfully introduce our tradition to a new generation.

Visit cbst.org/aggadah-adventures for more info and tickets.

Behind the Mask: A Purim Aggadah Adventure • Wednesday, March 20, 5:30pm • Saturday, March 23, 11:30pm • Sunday, March 24, 10:30pm

Down the Nile: A Aggadah Adventure • Sunday, April 21, 10:30am / 12:30pm • Saturday, April 27, 11:30am

Under the Rainbow: A Pride Aggadah Adventure • Saturday, June 29, 10:30am / 12:30pm

Inside the Whale: A Aggadah Adventure • Wednesday, October 9, times TBD (takes place at the Javits Center)

10 Tonight’s Oneg (Delight) Sponsored by Deluxe Oneg Paul Sebolsky and Kevin Bogue in memory of Paul’s father, Hyman Sebolsky, z”l. The CBST Clergy, Staff and Board welcome Sarah Webster, our wonderful Suitcase Project recipient, and Evie Litwok, who made this . May you go from strength to strength! Leslie Bernstein and Fran Dunkel in honor of Emily Bernstein Dunkel on being accepted to the 2019 Seeds of Peace program. Leslie Bernstein, Fran Dunkel, and Emily Bernstein Dunkel with thanks to Rabbi Rapport and David Moser for their inspiration and support with Emily’s application to Seeds of Peace. Steven Kolodny in memory of my father, Martin Kolodny, and my aunt, Mina Demucha, on their yortzeits. Each of them survived and went on to build new lives. They are thought of often and are sorely missed. Bimah Flowers

Sponsored by David Wine and Michael MacElhenny

To sponsor an Oneg, Livestream, or Flowers, contact Ruth at 212-929-9498 x 815 or [email protected], or go to cbst.org.

CBST has a Hearing Induction Loop for hearing aids with T-Coils.

Psalms/Tehillim Project—You Can Still Participate In Judaism, it is traditional to recite Psalms/Tehillim in times of fear, , calamity, and in joy and celebration. This project responds to the moment in history in which we find ourselves. As a congregation, we will recite the entire book of 150 Psalms each day with each person taking on the responsibility of one Psalm. You can still join this initiative (non-members are welcome): Email Tasha Calhoun at [email protected] with Psalms/Tehillim Project in the subject line. You can choose a Psalm that is meaningful to you or ask CBST clergy to choose one for you.

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Trans Jews are Here: A Convening Friday–Sunday, March 29–31, 2019 Pre-Register at cbst.org/transjewsarehere

This convening brings together trans and non-binary Jewish individuals, including spiritual leaders, artists, educators, performers, and more to celebrate and explore the intersection of transgender identity and Jewish life. Hosted by CBST with Keshet, the convening includes Shabbat experiences, workshops, panels, discussions, presentations, and performances. Gather, learn, and exchange ideas in a trans- focused Jewish space. Join us in joyful celebration! For info, email [email protected].

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

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