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Shabbat Parshat Vaera at Anshe Sholom B'nai Lsrael Congregation Welcome to Shabbat Parshat Vaera ANNOUNCEMENTS at Anshe Sholom B’nai lsrael Congregation We regret to inform you of the passing of Charles Smoler, father of Adam Smoler. January 12 – 13, 2018 / 26 Tevet 5778 Shiva will take place at Adam & Libby's home (507 W. Roscoe St. #2) Sunday, January 14, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 5:15 - 8:30 PM, and Monday, January 15, 5:15 - 8:00 PM. May the memory of the righteous be a blessing and a comfort to us Kiddush is co-sponsored by Milt’s BBQ. all. Amen. ASBI Board of Directors: The next ASBI Board of Directors meeting is Monday, January 15, at 7:00 PM. Thank you to this week’s volunteer Tot Shabbat leader, Mayer Grashin, and SCHEDULE FOR SHABBAT volunteer readers, Yinnon Finer & Josh Shanes. Friday, January 12 Light Candles 4:23 PM Mincha, Festive Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma’ariv 4:25 PM ANSHE SHOLOM TRIBUTES Saturday, January 13 Aliyah Hashkama Minyan 8:00 AM Neil Berkowitz Shacharit with sermon by Rabbi Wolkenfeld 9:00 AM Alan Hepker A User's Guide to Prophecy Youth Tefillah Groups (see inside for details) 10:30 AM In Memory of Charles “Chip” Smoler, a”h Daf Yomi & Parsha Discussion with Dr. Leonard Kranzler 12:30 PM Donald & Julia Aaronson Mincha followed by Shalosh Seudot 4:10 PM R. Yehuda Aaronson Havdalah 5:24 PM Alison & Eytan Fox Denise & Stuart Sprague Yahrzeit Repeat Evening Sh’ma: January 12, after 5:26 PM Ruth Binter in memory of her father, Gershon Zev Futerko, a”h, and her mother, Latest time to recite Morning Sh’ma: January 13, 9:38 AM Chaya Futerko, a”h Allen Hoffman in memory of Dr. Arnold Clevs’s father Donations received after January 10 will be listed in next week's bulletin. Many thanks for these generous donations. Daily Services: January 14 – 19 Shacharit: Mizmor Shir: Festive Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma'ariv for Shabbat Mevarchim Sunday 8:30 AM Participate and be moved by Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv this Shabbat (and Monday, Wednesday (Rosh Chodesh) & Thursday 6:45 AM on the Friday night of every Shabbat Mevarchim), with added singing, added Tuesday & Friday 7:00 AM spirit, and added inspiration. Sparkling wine, grape juice, and cookies will send Mincha, followed by Ma’ariv: you out the door in good spirits to spread the Shabbat joy! Sunday through Thursday 4:30 PM Friday 4:35 PM Do you have a disability and/or need an accommodation in some way? Email David at [email protected] and we'll see how we can make you feel more at home at ASBI. Readings for Shabbat Parshat Vaera Torah: Haftorah: STAY IN TOUCH WITH ASBI Stay updated on the status of the Eruv at twitter.com/lakefronteruv. Exodus 6:2-9:35 Ezekiel 28:25-29:21 To set up an appointment with Rabbi Wolkenfeld, email [email protected]. If there is an urgent Hertz: Page 232 Hertz: Page 244 matter that you need to discuss with him, please call his cell phone at 917-621-5678. Kaplan: Page 280 Kaplan: Page 1096 Adam R. Straus Memorial Mikvah: To make an appointment, email [email protected] at Stone: Page 318 Stone: Page 1149 least 48 hours in advance. JPS Commentators: Page 38 Get Social with ASBI: “Like” ASBI’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/asbichicago and search “ASBI Congregation” atYouTube.com . Inclusivity at ASBI: We have a Braille siddur available above the chumashim and an accessible bathroom on the other side of the lobby from the Sanctuary. If there are other 540 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657 • (773) 248-9200 • www.asbi.org resources that would be helpful, please email [email protected]. LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES ASBI YOUNG PROFESSIONALS Beit Midrash Wednesdays Young Professionals Hygge Shabbös Dinner Join us at ASBI for a series of accessible and thought-provoking shiurim. Friday, January 26 All classes are scheduled for 8:00 - 9:00 PM. GREAT JEWISH RENEGADES January 17: “Marx” with Rabbi Wolkenfeld January 24: “Spinoza” with Dr. David Wollenberg January 31: “Paul of Tarsus” with Dr. Devorah Schoenfeld View additional upcoming BMW classes at asbi.org/event/BMW. Introduction to Jewish Life & Practice It's cold outside, so come warm up at the Young Professionals Tuesday, January 16, 7:00 PM at ASBI Hygge Shabbös Dinner! Hygge (pronounced hoo-guh) is the Danish term for the “quality of coziness and comfortable Join Rabbi Wolkenfeld for this conviviality that brings a feeling of contentment or well-being.” ongoing class on the fundamentals It's exactly what we all need after these single-digit degree days! of Jewish life and practice, for those Stay warm and cozy and fill your stomach with hearty food and interested in conversion to Judaism warm beverages (spiked optional). Bring a warm throw blanket, and open to all in the community. oversized sweater, thick socks, and slippers! New participants are always After all, what's more Hygge than Shabbat? welcome. Kabbalat Shabbat 4:45 PM SAVE THE DATE! Dinner 6:00 PM City Congregations JUF Event Followed by an Oneg on behalf of the 2018 Jewish United Fund Annual Campaign Sunday, March 11, 7:00 PM, at Temple Sholom of Chicago (3480 N. Lake Shore Dr.) ASBI Members: $15 per person | Non-Members: $18 per person Please register at asbi.org by Monday, January 22. Dessert Reception Featuring Guest Speaker ASBI Members: Log into your account to redeem your member discount. Dan Shapiro Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, and Distinguished Visiting Fellow, Please note: a limited number of seats may be available after Monday, Institute for National Security Studies, Tel Aviv January 22, but be sure to register early because the price increases to $20 on Tuesday, January 23. Anshe Sholom B’nai Israel Congregation • Anshe Emet Synagogue • Chicago Loop Synagogue • Chicago Sinai Congregation • Congregation Rodfei Zedek • Emanuel Registration is required to attend. Congregation • KAM Isaiah Israel • Lake Shore Drive Synagogue • Mishkan Chicago • The ASBI Young Professionals Committee organizes Shabbat dinners and social events for young Temple Sholom of Chicago adults in their 20's & 30's. GAN FAMILIES ASBI FAMILIES Join us for a Gan Family Havdalah Pajama Party Tot Kabbalat Shabbat Dinner led by Tara Holden! Friday, January 19 5:15 PM at ASBI Come join us for a fun, interactive Tot Kabbalat Shabbat program led by Tamar Cytryn, immediately followed by a delicious Shabbat dinner. Spend some time with ASBI families with young children for an early Shabbat dinner, and then put the kids to sleep when you get home and enjoy some Shabbat menucha (rest) afterwards! Adults (13+): $15 per person | Kids 3 - 12: $9 | Kids under 3: Free! Register at asbi.org by 11:59 PM on Monday, January 15. Tefillah Visits from Rabbi Wolkenfeld Building on his monthly visits to Tot Shabbat, Rabbi Wolkenfeld will be rotating through each of the youth services on a weekly basis. Not only will this bring variety to what happens in our youth services, but the Hot Chocolate rabbi and our youth will get to know each other better. For thoughts or questions about this, contact David Schwartz at [email protected]. Story Havdalah & Led by Cereal Food in the JCC Lower Gym Rabbi Wolkenfeld This is a friendly reminder that, unless there is a Kiddush set up there, no food is to be brought into the JCC Lower Gym. We have a babysitter in the Lower Gym during Kiddush so that parents may eat elsewhere. There was a recent complaint from the JCC about finding **All families are asked to remain in the Beit Midrash for the duration of the program. food and gum stuck to the floor of the Lower Gym after our Kiddush, so **Food and drinks must remain in the Beit Midrash. please help us be good neighbors! GET INVOLVED AT ASBI GET INVOLVED AT ASBI Hachnasat Orchim - Hospitality at ASBI Cradles to Crayons Winter Drive Anshe Sholom is famous across Lakeview and the United States for The Family and Social Action Committees are currently collecting winter its warm community and abundant hachnasat orchim - hospitality. items for Cradles to Crayons. The deadline has been extended: please drop off your donations in the bin by the ramp in the lobby through We have launched a new initiative to proactively find Shabbat Sunday, January 14. dinner hosts who will commit weeks or months in advance to set extra places at their table for those interested in being guests. Visit asbi.org/hospitality to learn more about this initiative or to sign up as a host. Please feel free to let the hospitality committee know if you have any questions by emailing [email protected]. ASBI Community Art Show This month’s Community Art Show has been postponed. Stay tuned for future announcements! HASHKAMA MINYAN TOWN HALL Interested in getting involved or displaying your work at a future art The Hashkama Minyan is holding a town-hall meeting this show? Contact Sara Thobe at [email protected]. Sunday, January 14, at 10:00 AM in the Social Hall. We will review the results of our recent survey and discuss the path Infertility "Big-Brother / Big-Sister" Program forward based on those results. Light snacks will be served. Individuals or couples in the ASBI community struggling with infertility are invited to contact Rabbi Wolkenfeld for a confidential referral to a Volunteer at the Uptown Café: Monday, January 29 veteran ASBI member who has also struggled with infertility and is willing to serve as a "big sibling" to offer friendship, support, and non-medical advice. Those interested in serving as a "big sibling" are encouraged to contact Rabbi Wolkenfeld.
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