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2 Tammuz - 5 Elul 5775 July - August 2019 28 Sivan - 30 Av 5779
Dear Friends,
The Talmud tells us that when one takes leave of a friend, he should do so with words of Torah, “...thereby, he will remember him.” Who will remember whom? Maharsha says that each will remember the other; I will remember that I told him this word of Torah and he will remember from whom he heard these words.
Looking back at five decades in the rabbinate, I see the truth of those words. Just this past year I received an email from a former student, now a grandfather, from my first congrega- tion in Oshawa, Ontario. There were 10 bar mitzvah boys in his class and he, now a film maker, wants to have a reunion and make a film of the effect of those years of study on their current lives.
Ever so often I receive notice of a simcha in the families of the grown-up teenagers from Albany. A wedding, birth, or bar mitzvah does not go by without us receiving an invitation to share in the simcha. And recently I attended the wedding of a young lady whom I first saw just moments after her birth, and believe it or not, I actually heldFRIDAY even before MINCHA her father, TIMES who was away on a business trip.
A Rabbi, because of his unique role, becomes a family member of many of his congregants, sharing with them lifecycle events, both the joyous and the sad.
I am thankful to Hashem that, together with Lucy, I have had the privilege to serve as rabbi to Schomre Israel and my other communities. We have attempted to help you become the best person you can be according to the standards of our age old Torah, through formal teaching and through ex- ample.
What does a parent or teacher want from their children or protégés; they want nachas. The end of a year or chapter of life is the opportunity for the beginning of new and fresh opportunities.
May we all give much nachas to our Father in Heaven and may we all be blessed with years of good health and nachas.
Best regards and wishes,
Rabbi Eliezer Langer 2
CALENDAR FOR JULY — AUGUST 2019 845.454.2890 - [email protected] - www.schomreisrael.org
SHABBAT TORAH SHABBAT DATE CANDLE MINCHA PORTION ENDS LIGHTING
July 5 8:14 PM 7:00 PM Korach 9:15 PM
July 12 8:12 PM 7:00 PM Chukat 9:12 PM
July 19 8:07 PM 7:00 PM Balak 9:07 PM
July 26 8:01 PM 7:00 PM Pinchas 9:01 PM
Aug. 2 7:54 PM 7:00 PM Matot - Masei 8:53 PM
Aug. 9 7:45 PM 7:00 PM Devarim (Shabbat Chazon / Erev Tisha B’Av) 8:44 PM
Aug. 16 7:36 PM 7:00 PM Va’etchanan (Shabbat Nachamu) 8:35 PM
Aug. 23 7:25 PM 7:00 PM Ekev 8:24 PM
Aug. 30 7:14 PM 7:00 PM Re’eh (Rosh Chodesh Av) 8:13 PM
Sept. 6 7:02 PM 7:00 PM Shoftim 8:01 PM
Sept. 13 6:50 PM 6:50 PM Ki Tetze 7:49 PM
Sept. 20 6:38 PM 6:40 PM Ki Tavo (Selichot at night) 7:37 PM FRIDAY MINCHA TIMES
DATES TO REMEMBER . . .
July 21 Shivah Asar B’Tammuz (FAST 4:29AM – 9:05PM)
August 11 Tisha B’Av (FAST 8/10 8:02PM – 8/11 8:42 PM) August 16 Tu B’Av (15 of Av) September 21 Selichot September 30 - October 1 Rosh HaShanah
October 2 Fast of Gedaliah (FAST 5:41AM – 7:18PM) October 9 Yom Kippur October 14 - October 22 Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, Simchat Torah 3
Tisha B’Av 2019/5779 at Schomre Israel
Saturday, August 10th: Fast begins: 8:02 pm Mincha: 7:40 pm followed by Maariv at 9:30 pm and Megillat Eichah
Sunday, August 11th: Shacharit: 8:30 am Mincha: 7:30 pm (please note: we wear tallit and tefillin) Special video presentation Fast ends: 8:42 pm
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF TISHA B’AV
The saddest day of the year, Tisha B’Av, commemorates several tragedies. These include:
A. The destruction of both the first and second Temples in Jerusalem (586 B.C.E. and 70 C.E.). B. The fall of Bethar in the Bar-Kochba rebellion (135 C.E.). This disaster marked the end of all Jewish aspirations for freedom fromFRIDAY Rome. MINCHA TIMES C. In later centuries other sad occurrences were associated with this day. Among them the expulsion of the Jews from Spain in 1492.
The severity of Tisha B’Av equals that of Yom Kippur in that both fast days commence on the pre- vious evening. The atmosphere in Shul is gloomy, the lights are dimmed, the curtain is removed from the Ark and most worshipers sit on low stools or on the floor. The Book of Lamentations (Megillas Eichah) is read, and the special Kinos (prayers of lamentations) are recited.
Among other Halachic injunctions observed on Tisha B’Av are:
1. Complete fasting. 2. No bathing. 3. No conjugal relations. 4. No leather shoes are worn (rubber or canvas shoes are allowed). 5. It is even prohibited to study Torah on this day because Torah study is considered a very
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THE SIGNIFICANCE OF TISHA B’AV continued from page 3 great joy and happiness. (There are certain texts that are permitted). 6. It is not customary to greet people with the usual greetings such as “hello” or “good morn- ing”. However, if you are greeted by someone who doesn’t know the law, you should answer in a soft voice in order not to offend or hurt their feelings. 7. One should try to avoid business transactions or important decisions on this day if possible. Needless to say, in all cases where health is an issue the law is very lenient. The Rabbi should be consulted in all such cases.
For your summer reading pleasure we include a list selected from a 160 book list created by Rabbi Anthony Manning of Jerusalem. The complete list can be accessed at https://rabbimanning.com/wp- content/uploads/2016/01/Reading-List-2016.pdf
CHUMASH AND COMMENTARIES: The Living Torah R’ Aryeh Kaplan TANACH AND COMMENTARIES: The Queen You Thought You Knew R’ Dovid Fohrman SHABBAT: Sabbath: Day of Eternity R’ Aryeh Kaplan CHAGIM AND THE HOLIDAYS: Book of Our Heritage Eliyahu Kitov PRAYER: The World of Prayer R’ Eli Munk MIDRASH: The Juggler and the King R’ Aharon Feldman CONTEMPORARY HALACHIC ISSUES: Contemporary Halachic Problems R’ J. David Bleich (6 vols) Dalet Amot & others R’ Ari Enkin (7 vols) HALACHA: Monetary Halacha - The Laws of Tzedakka and Maaser R’ Shimon Taub, Halachos of Other People’s Money R’ Yisrael Pinchas Bodner, The Right and the Good R’ Daniel Feldman HASHKAFA: The Aryeh Kaplan Anthology R’ Aryeh Kaplan (2 vols), Letters to a Buddhist Jew R’ Akiva Tatz FRIDAY MINCHA TIMES HOLOCAUST ISSUES: Out of the Depths R’ Israel Meir Lau ISRAEL AND ZIONISM: Israel – A History Martin Gilbert, Like Dreamers Yossi Klein HaLevi BIOGRAPHY: Rav Kook - An Angel Among Men Simcha Raz, Triumph of Survival, Echoes of Glory, Herald of Destiny R’ Berel Wein, Atlas of Jewish History Martin Gilbert, The Aleppo Codex Matti Friedman, Sacred Trash Adina Hoffman & Peter Cole MARRIAGE: Made in Heaven R’ Aryeh Kaplan, The Jewish Way in Love and Marriage R’ Maurice Lamm MYSTICISM: Endless Light R’ David WOMEN AND JUDAISM: Circle, Arrow, Spiral - Exploring Gender in Judaism Miriam Kosman, Women, Jewish Law and Modernity R’ Joel Wolowelsky TORAH AND SCIENCE: The Great Partnership R’ Jonathan Sacks, Fossils and Faith Nathan Aviezer SOCIAL JUSTICE AND ETHICS: Defending the Human Spirit R’ Warren Goldstein 5
Congregation Schomre Israel Congregation Schomre Israel takes this opportunity to wish takes this opportunity to wish Betsy Cohen Ros Fox mazel tov, on the occasion of her mazel tov, on the occasion of her th 96th Birthday on April 22nd. 96 Birthday. May G-d bless you with good May G-d bless you with good health and happiness ‘biz 120’. health and happiness ‘biz 120’.
PLEASE INFORM THE RABBI Mazel tov to … Congregants are urged to call Rabbi (845.454.2890) if Deborah and David Sullum you hear, Heaven forbid, of any member who is ill. It on the birth of their first grandchild is a great Mitzvah to visit the sick and very often we in Jerusalem. just don’t get to hear of a member’s indisposition. Your help in this endeavor is much appreciated.
Schomre Israel Sisterhood fundraiser… Flower Centerpieces for the Holidays
We will be ordering centerpieces from Hudson Valley Gardens and Florist for Rosh HaShanah for all members and non-members in the community who wish to have a beautiful floral centerpiece for the holiday. The cost per centerpiece will be $25. FRIDAY MINCHA TIMES
Prepaid orders should be made by September 13, 2019. Please complete the form below and mail with your check (payable to Schomre Israel Sisterhood) to the shul at 18 Park Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. Pick up will be at the shul on Sunday, September 29, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Name: ______E-mail: ______Phone: ______
Number of centerpieces: ______Amount Enclosed: ______6
Jewish Jubilation at The Renegades APOLOGY FOR ANY ERRORS The Renegades IN THE BULLETIN host the Staten Island Yankees Every effort is made to avoid er- Sunday, August 18 at 4:35 PM rors in our monthly Bulletin. Occa- sionally, no doubt, errors do occur. We apologize for them and appre- ciate your understanding. Contact the Jewish Federation 845-471-9811, for more information
Jewish War Veterans Pvt. Herman T. Siegel Post 625
Memorial Day Service 5779
Sunday, May 26 at Schomre Hadath Cemetery
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ELUL SHOFAR BLOWING
Harold Warren will begin blowing the Shofar on behalf of the congregation during the month of Elul on Sunday morning, September 1, 2019.
ROSH HASHANAH 5780 AND YOM KIPPUR ARE FAST APPROACHING Rosh Hashanah - September 30 and October 1 Yom Kippur - October 9
Rosh HaShanah Eve - Sunday, Sept. 29 Rosh HaShanah, Second Day - Tuesday, Oct. 1 6:20 pm - Mincha/Maariv 8:30 am - Shacharit 6:23 pm - Candlelighting 10:30 am - Torah Reading 11:15 am - Sermon Rosh HaShanah, First Day - Monday, Sept. 30 11:30 am - Shofar 8:30 am - Shacharit 6:15 pm - Mincha/Maariv 10:45 am - Torah Reading 7:20 pm - Yom Tov Ends 11:30 am - Sermon 11:45 am - Shofar Fast of Gedaliah - Wednesday, Oct. 2 5:45 pm - Tashlich 5:41 am - Fast Starts 6:15 pm - Mincha/Maariv 7:00 am - Shacharit after 7:21 pm - Candlelighting 6:10 pm - Mincha/Maariv 7:18 pm - Fast Ends
FRIDAY MINCHA TIMES
The Board of Directors approved the following procedures regarding High Holiday services: 1 - There will be no charge to a non-member the first time he/she attends High Holiday Services. 2 - If the same person/family attends a second year, the charge will be $100 per person. If the non-member decides to join Schomre Israel, the monies will be credited towards the member ship fee. 3 - Immediate relatives (adult children/parents/siblings) of Schomre members who live within the greater Poughkeepsie area will be charged (see #1 & #2). 4 - Immediate relatives (adult children/parents/siblings) of Schomre members who live more than 25 miles from the greater Poughkeepsie area will not be charged.
We encourage members to invite non-affiliated relatives and friends who live in our area to become members of Schomre. Membership includes High Holiday privileges. 8
SISTERHOOD NEWS
THIS AND THAT - Share a simcha with the Shul by sponsoring a Kiddush. Please all Cassia, 452.8317, or Roberta, 471.5105, for pricing and details. If you wish to send a Golden Book Card ($3.00 payable to: Sisterhood) or Shrubbery Card ($5.00 payable to: Congregation Schomre Israel), please call Marcia Fishman, 471.1241 between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM week nights (requests should not be made during Shabbos). These cards can be used for any occasion, they are inexpensive and they are always appreciated by those who receive them. Please remember to check out the new items in the Gift Shop. Do you need a wedding gift, hostess gift, or a graduation gift? We might have just what you are looking for. Call Roberta Grosman, 471.5105, for special orders or questions. New items appropriate for the High Holidays are arriving daily.
Many thanks for sponsoring a Kiddush
Mark Pastreich in memory of his father, Max Pastreich
Marsha Weiner in memory of family members
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
FRIDAY MINCHA TIMES Moist Apple Cake from epicurious,com
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large bowl combine: 4c diced apples (2 lbs. Granny Smith or your favorite) 1 1/2c sugar 1/2c natural applesauce
Mix in: 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2c chopped walnuts
In another bowl, sift together: 2c flour 2t baking soda 2t cinnamon 1t nutmeg 1t salt. Add to apple/egg mixture and stir until combined.
Pour into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish. Sprinkle lightly with additional sugar if desired.
Bake for 1 hour. 9
MANY THANKS TO THOSE WHO CONTRIBUTED TO SCHOMRE ISRAEL: Michael Kirshner - Condolences on the passing of his Mother and Father In memory of his beloved father, Albert Chick Congregation Schomre Israel & Sisterhood Jeffrey Chick. Roberta & Len Grosman In memory of her beloved mother, Ruthada Hummel Marcia Fishman Holly Hummel. Ros Fox Linda Skolnik In appreciation of Sharon and Hal Warren Natalie & Ron Markowitz Paula Landau. Evelyn & David Horowitz.
In honor of Evelyn and Dave Horowitz returning to Pough- Debby & David Sullum - Mazel Tov on the birth of your keepsie! new grandson Eileen and Ted Pilchik. Congregation Schomre Israel & Sisterhood Roberta & Len Grosman For being honored with Gelila on Shavuot Marcia Fishman Brion Shapiro. Sandy & Lee Corwin. In appreciation of the delicious sisterhood hamentaschen Sherman Smith - Wishing him a speedy & complete re- sent to me by my dear nephew and his wife, Brion and Rose covery Shapiro Congregation Schomre Israel & Sisterhood Dorene Shapiro. Natalie & Ron Markowitz For being honored on Shabbat and Shavuot Marcia Fishman Annaliese. Roberta & Len Grosman Ros Fox. In honor of … Sisterhood and the delicious hamentashen they bake Evelyn Horowitz--Wishing her a speedy & complete each year recovery Natalie and Ron Markowitz for all the time they give Congregation Schomre Israel & Sisterhood to Schomre Israel Natalie & Ron Markowitz Rose and Alfred Shuman. Marcia Fishman Roberta & Len Grosman Get well wishes to… Ros Fox Evelyn Horowitz Linda Skolnik Lee Klein Holly Hummel In memory of her father, grandmother, brother,FRIDAY and uncle MINCHA TIMES Donna Loshin Marsha Weiner. Jane Friedland Olga Dalsheim.
GOLDEN BOOK CARDS WERE SENT TO: Lee Klein-- Wishing him a speedy & complete recovery Congregation Schomre Israel & Sisterhood Ros Fox - Wishing her a VERY Happy Birthday Natalie & Ron Markowitz Marcia Fishman & Jeffrey Fishman Marcia Fishman Olga Dalshiem. Roberta & Len Grosman Ros Fox Marcia Fishman & Jeffrey Fishman - In memory of their Linda Skolnik mother Betty Fishman Jane Friedland. Evelyn & David Horowitz.
Cassia Brown - Wishing her a speedy recovery from her SHRUBBERY CARDS WERE SENT TO: cataract surgery, and to, Cassia & Stephan Brown - Best wishes for a happy anniver- Ros Fox - Wishing her a VERY Happy Birthday sary Arline Bernstein. Marcia Fishman. 10
YAHRZEITS
JULY 2019 AUGUST 2019
03 Beatrice Fishman 03 Harry Koenig 04 Marge Robles 04 Israel Korfman 10 Robert Ben Ezra Itta Silber 17 Gertrude Fuhrer 06 Louis Feldman 20 Sarah Berman 07 David Effron Bessie Kessler 10 Saul Ezikiel Joseph Levine Sophia Mollott 21 Sidney Davis Morris Spira 23 Morris Schreibman 15 Joseph Shapiro 24 Clara Budman 18 Helen Goldman Sam Razon 20 Jack Goldman Samuel Robles Boruch Grossman 25 William Kaplan 22 Naomi Koffman 26 Anna Gollin 24 Henrietta Berkman Jacob Sacks 26 Benjamin Levine 27 Rose Pastreich 29 Frances Spira Louis Stich 31 Rose Josephs
FRIDAY MINCHA TIMES
CONDOLENCES
Our sincere condolences are extended to Michael Kirshner and family on the loss of his beloved mother Florence Kirshner and on the loss of his beloved father Nat Kirshner.