TBTST CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 10 AT 6:30 PM The Scroll MAY 2016 NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek Vol. XXVI • No. 9 Temple Beth Torah Presents: Sha'aray Tzedek 5700 N.W. 94 Ave. YOM HASHOAH Tamarac, FL 33321 954.721.7660 • www.TBTST.org COMMEMORATION Service Schedule Thursday, May 5th, 2016 @ 7:00 p.m. Minyan Services Monday - Thursday 7:45 am & 6:00 pm Friday - 7:45 am Sunday 8:30 am & 5:00 pm Check Calendar for Saturday evening times Shabbat Services Friday Evening - 6:30 pm Saturday Morning - 9:00 am Orthodox Services Shabbat and Yom Tov Minyan 9:00 am
There are no Orthodox evening Min- yans. Those wishing to attend evening Minyans are welcome at the egalitarian combined service in the Chapel, daily at 6:00 pm. Friday evening Mincha/Maariv services begin at 6:30 pm. Membership Meeting
Tuesday, May 10. Light food at 6:00 pm, followed by meeting Led by: TBTST Hebrew School and Youth Group at 6:30pm. Sponsored by : Sisterhood & Men’s Club MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Shabbat Services RABBI'S MESSAGE Saturday Morning - 9:00 am By Rabbi Michael Gold Dear Friends, May 7 The Jewish calendar has been fixed for thousands of years. Acharei Mot Nonetheless, new commemorations and celebrations have been May 14 Kedoshim added to the calendar in recent months. Two of these fall over May 21 the coming month. th Emolr On the 27 of Nissan, shortly after Passover, Jews commemorate May 28 Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Memorial Day. This year the commemoration begins Behar Wednesday evening May 4. (Light your Men’s Club memorial candle that night. We will have our synagogue commemoration the next evening, Thursday, May 5 Torah Discussion/ at 7 pm.) The date was chosen because it was near the Warsaw Ghetto uprising Bible & Bagels which began during Passover. Those who set the date believed that we ought to Immediately following remember not simply Jews as victims but Jews as resisters. Services I believe that Yom HaShoah has a profound religious meaning. The Nazis did Daily Minyan and not simply begin sending Jews to the death camps. They began with the Nurem- Fresh Brewed Coffee burg laws, a series of enactments meant to take away the humanity of Jews. A fundamental teaching of our religion is the preciousness of every human life; every Become a Minyanaire person is created in the image of God. The Holocaust teaches the horrors that can Do the Mitzvah of assisting happen when we begin to take away people's humanity. That lesson is vital in this your friends and family as they say Kaddish. Wake up and day where so many people are treated as less than human. smell the coffee at TBTST Certainly the memory of the Holocaust has been kept alive by survivors. But Monday - Friday at 7:45 am each year we are losing more and more people who lived through those dark days. followed by coffee and Programs that reach out to younger people such as The March of the Living and a shmear our own Six Million Steps program can make a difference. But it is vital that all Brief Mincha at 6:00 pm Jews recognize this important day. Sunday - 8:30am and 5:00pm Approximately one week later, on the fifth of Iyar, Jews celebrate Yom Atzmaut Saturday evening – check – Israel Independence Day. (This year, because the fifth of Iyar falls on a Friday, calendar Israel Independence Day will be celebrated the previous day, Thursday, May 12. The celebration actually begins on Wednesday night May 11, and the previous day is Yom HaZikaron, Memorial Day for soldiers who died in defense of Israel.) Join our Greeters Broward County will be celebrating on Sunday, May 22 with an all day program Corps at C.B.Smith Park in Pembroke Pines. Consider volunteering Israel has been forced to fight its enemies since the state was founded in 1948. to be a Greeter. We But today there is a debate about the very legitimacy of the state of Israel. Col- need warm and friendly lege campuses have become the centers of arguments on whether Israel even has members of our a right to exist as a Jewish state. Students and professors have argued for the congregation to greet our members, guests dismantling of Israel. With this in mind, is vital that we Jews stand by Israel on and potential members. this very important day. Being a Greeter is fun and In our liturgy we have given religious meaning to the founding of the state of rewarding! Israel. We call it reishit tz’mikhat geulatenu - “the beginning of the flowering of Greeters are needed for our redemption.” Redemption may not have come yet, but Israel is a step along Shabbat Services on Friday the way. Its founding is a day worth celebrating. nights, Saturday mornings We have two new days on the Jewish calendar, one very sad and one very joyous. and for Holidays. May we see the religious meaning of both of these days. Please call Stew Klawsky Shalom, 954-547-1928 or email Rabbi Michael Gold [email protected]
2 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 CANTOR'S MESSAGE By Cantor Jonathan Angress Yahrzeit
Dear Friends, Yahrzeit is a Yiddish word, “L’dor Vador Nagid God’lecha – From Generation to Genera- which literally means “time tion We Will Declare Your Greatness.” This prayer is one of of year” or memorial. Jews the most well-known prayers in our liturgy. It is recited at of Ashkenazi descent use least once a day, sometimes 3 times a day, and on Yom Kippur: this term. Sephardim call 4 times that day. There are many different musical ways in this commemoration nahala, which this prayer can be chanted and sung. Two of the most in Ladino. This custom is famous melodies are written by modern day hazzanim, Sol widely observed and based Zim and Meir Finkelstein. The Zim melody is the one most on the Jewish tradition of often referred to as the “traditional” melody for L’dor Vador commemorating the death with the Finkelstein melody not far behind. In case you are wondering which melody of a relative. is which, the Finkelstein melody is the one I use almost every Shabbat. All the Yahrzeit rituals When Rosh Chodesh falls on Shabbat as well as on the three festivals: Sukkot, are deeply ingrained in Passover, and Shavuot, neither the Zim nor Finkelstein melodies are used. Instead, Jewish life. The common a special nusach (chant mode) is utilized that is exclusive to Rosh Chodesh and the rituals that are performed three festivals. On the High Holidays, the special High Holiday nusach should be in the honorable memory used but in most places, one or both of the melodies mentioned above are used in of the departed soul include order to engage in congregational singing and participation. In several weeks we reciting the Kaddish prayer will be celebrating Shavuot and I urge you to join us for services so you can hear and lighting a Yahrzeit the special nusach for L’dor Vador. candle. L’dor Vador also has special meaning because of the text. The words “L’dor Vador” Yahrzeit also includes the themselves mean “from generation to generation.” When we think about it, the action of donating to charity concept of generation is the fundamental backbone of Judaism. Without previous in memory of a deceased generations we would not have a rich history and tradition. And without the next loved one. Through the generation, we would have no future. This is why in the most recent weeks, TBTST performance of the mitzvah has taken the next step in engaging the future generation of our community with of tzedakah in the name of regular programming for young families and young professionals. Shortly before the departed, the merit of the Passover we had a very successful Shabbat dinner for young families and young deed is shared with the soul professionals as well as a Shabbat afternoon pool party for young families. This of the late relative, as their month alone we have two great events: a “Chametz-fest” post-Passover bowling memory is enhanced. night for young professionals and another young family/young professionals Shab- bat dinner. TBTST has recently engaged and partnered with JConnect of South Florida (a well-established group of young Jewish professionals) to help expand, engage, and foster the next young generation of Jews within our community. Due to this partnership, you can expect both Shabbat and secular programming for our younger Jews on a regular basis. I certainly hope that as a congregation we will all be collectively supportive of welcoming and embracing the next generation of Jews for generations to come.
Todah V’Zimrah, Cantor Jonathan Angress
3 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Why Not Join a Committee? Simcha Section As it happens, much of the “work” of TBTST and most of the planning takes place in MAZEL-TOV TO OUR BAR/BAT MITZVAH committees. So, committee mem- Grandparents: Carmen & Daniel Vitenson bership is a great place to begin of Panama City, Panama becoming involved in synagogue Andrea & Joel Bender life. Every congregation relies on of Philadelphia, PA its volunteers both to work and to Brother: Joel Sky Bender lead. Most committees are open to School: Indian Ridge Middle School all who are interested and willing Special Awards: Multiple Reading Awards, Honor Roll, to participate. Straight A Student, Writing Awards, Two committees that are very in- Biblical Scholar, PianoAwards for Best terested in finding new, enthusias- Deborah Naomi Bender Daughter of Student. tic members are the Membership Anita & Noah Bender Hobbies: Piano, Reading, Tennis Committee, and the Marketing May 21, 2016 and Communications Committee. Volunteers are always welcome to be part of our Tikkun Olam com- mittee, the sponsors of our enor- mously successful annual Mitzvah Day. The Rabbi is always looking for people interested in the Adult Education Committee. Our Ways and Means Committee serves as a program committee and manages many of our synagogue events. Extra hands are always sought to help in those activities. If you have children, you know about our PTOs. Keep them in mind as well. Both the Sisterhood and the Men’s Club sponsor programs and support activities that benefit the synagogue. They both do their work in a social atmosphere and many deep friendships have arisen among their members. If the notion of a committee conjures up the world of corporations, cubicles and bureaucracy (ours are much friendlier by the way) think about becoming active in one of our auxiliaries. Only you know what might interest you and, if you do, let the office know and they will put you in touch with the relevant Rabbi Gold, Ava Phillips, and nine high school students spent three days in New chairperson. If you know that York City. The trip was an incentive for young people who have continued their you would like to help, but are unsure about just what you might Jewish learning beyond bar/bat mitzvah. In addition to the Empire State Build- enjoy doing, talk to one of the ing, the students visited The Jewish Theological Seminary, Ellis Island, the Lower officers of the congregation or to East Side, Times Square, the 9/11 Memorial, and saw the Broadway show Finding the presidents of the Sisterhood Neverland. or the Men’s Club.
4 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 President's Message By Amir Watynski, President Share Your Experiences Conservative Judaism and “Pockets of Renewal” with the TBTST Family • Do you plan to visit an interesting We all know that the Conservative Movement has been de- city, museum or event this summer, clining in numbers. For the past decade, and especially in the or have you done so already? last five years or so, the United Synagogue of Conservative • Have you read a great book with Judaism (USCJ) has been struggling with figuring out why Jewish content that you’d like to our membership is shrinking, and more importantly, how to share with others? turn around this frightening trend. • Or, seen a film that really moved The numbers which depict the decline are of concern. Ac- you? cording to the Pew Research Center Survey of U.S. Jews, • Did a recent experience help you which was conducted two years ago, Reform is the largest to see things in a different way? of the Jewish denominations, with 35% of all Jews identifying with it, while 10% •Do you belong to an organization affiliate with Orthodox, 18% Conservative, and 6% “Other.” that does good work and that we Some attempts to remedy this have been seemingly on the gimmicky side: Rock n’ Roll friday night services, featuring full music bands, Pet Shabbats where con- should know about? gregants bring their furry friends to services (we had such a service a few years •Do you want to share a great web ago), yoga services, and other “modern” ideas. These have had mixed success, site that you have found valuable and have always been attempted in an effort to attract new audiences and younger in your Jewish life? crowds by offering something different than the traditional. •Do you have a family recipe Other approaches by the USCJ include the Keruv outreach initiative, which we (kosher, of course) that you think implemented at TBTST just a few years ago. This initiative was designed to help your friends at TBTST would like us reach out to intermarried families, with the thought that by not including them, to know about? we had been losing them to Reform temples. Why not share it? The Conservative movement decided that welcoming these families did not mean that we somehow diluted our ideals, as had always been the fear. Rather, they found If you have a topic that you think that it in most cases, we end up having influence on the non-Jewish spouse. This would be of interest to other outreach enables us to welcome an interfaith couple, which obviously seeks us congregants, let us know. We’ll out because they desire a Jewish education for their children, and not turn them ask you to write a short article away as we once did. (emphasis on short!) about your Despite the overall declining demographics, there is some hope. Millennials who experience for possible insertion do affiliate with the Conservative movement tend to be very ideologically com- into the Scroll and to provide pic- mitted. Formal education for Conservative Jews has also experienced something tures if relevant. Writing should of a renaissance. Today, there are 50,000 Conservative day school students in the be conversational in tone and if United States studying at community schools and the movement’s 75 Solomon you mention other congregants in Schechter schools. your article, please confirm their There are also “pockets of renewal,” and I would argue that TBTST is one of them. approval in advance. These are temples and centers that seem to buck the trend, and offer dynamic and Contact Steve Sax at solutions@ popular programming for communities which seek precisely a progressive-leaning pip.com if you would like to sub- atmosphere, while maintaining traditional services and customs. mit an article. And really, that is what we offer, and what I believe is attractive to our members. I don’t think we would prefer that our services be only in English, just 30 minutes Note: All articles will be edited for grammar and clarity, and their long, or that a full band performed on Friday nights, and an organ on Shabbat use will depend on space available; mornings. however, if there is no timeliness We like our traditional services, and feel all should participate. We believe in involved, we will hold articles for Egalitarianism, and maybe even feel that the Conservative movement is a bit behind future issues. in making changes and catching up to social norms. So we can be proud to be a “pocket of renewal” - a leading temple which offers Any photographs should be high something that our congregants crave - and this means hope for the Conservative resolution (300 dpi at 3” x 4”); movement. color photos will be reproduced in black and white.
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Legacy Giving... Sandra Edelboim Is Temple Beth Torah Business Manager Sha'aray Tzedek Now that Passover is over and I assume we all had a wonderful In Your Will? Pesach we are in the period of counting the Omer. Lag Ba’ Omer is our next joyous holiday, a stop in this period of mourning on The synagogue’s role begins our way to Shavuot. It is the thirty-third day of the counting of at birth and continues with- the Omer. This holiday is often overlooked in contemporary out interruption throughout Judaism. It is an observance that goes back to the time of the the entire course of our Temple when a Passover offering of barley was made in Jerusalem lives. By remembering the in the amount of an Omer, a kind of measure of weight. It was synagogue in our wills, we also commanded that Jews count the days from the second day can do our part to assure of Passover and our Exodus from slavery in Egypt to Shavuot and the giving of future generations that their the Torah on Mount Sinai. This counting of days is known as the counting of the religious home will be there Omer. This period of counting is traditionally observed as a period of mourning; to serve. however, it is set aside on Lag Ba’Omer, making it a day of joy and festivity. We depend upon more than In Israel the holiday is celebrated with bonfires built in the streets. Families take just dues alone to sustain trips to the country especially, Safat and Meiron, picnics in the park and on the all that we do. If we are beach and since the period of mourning is suspended on Lag Ba Omer, marriages. concerned about the future There are more weddings performed on Lag Ba Omer night than another night of of Judaism, we must project the year in Israel. Unlike so many of our holidays there are no special foods eaten its influence and our influ- as symbols of the holiday. Therefore I will not include a recipe which I like to do ence into the future. Few and you will have to wait for Shavuot for my cheese cake recipe. memorials are more worthy than those provided by an en- dowment to TBTST through a bequest. Your legacy can reflect everything that is most im- The Forever Young Book Club portant and meaningful to will be review the following books. you. You can declare where Come join our discussions led by Rabbi Cain your funds might be used – to We are a friendly group and enjoy having new members join us. supply the Hebrew School, for example, or to support May18 The Marriage of Opposite by Alice Hofman one of TBTST’s designated June 15 Across 7th Street by Marino Amoruso funds. Rabbi, Rabbi by Andrew Kane for September We all want TBTST to be Pastrami on Rye by Ted Merwin for October a spiritual home for genera- For more information call Gloria Rosenblum 954 532 9134 tions to come, just as it has been for you and your family. Let us ensure the future of Rishom Chavurah our congregation and help it grow and serve our people. We love to go out to eat and spend time catching up with each other what goes on in our lives. Our next get together we are going to see Cantor Texon at the Palace at Kings Point and, of course, dinner. We have new members we would like to welcome: Phyllis Solomon, Dorothy Epstein, and Sylvia Blum, Ann Tepfer and Marla Poris. Welcome aboard Gloria Rosenblum 6 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Early Childhood News Sydney Berlin, Early Childhood Director Calling all Angels...... This school year has proven to be everything we expected, and more! One of our banner accomplishments included a Have you noticed our thrilling perfect score of 100 on our VPK School Readiness upgraded playground? rate. To me, this confirms what I always tell people: Our school offers a superior early childhood experience filled When you come into the with an enriching curriculum, combined with the love and building on your way into nurture that every child needs to flourish inside and outside the sanctuary, please peer of the walls of TBTST. Additionally, we’re very excited about the installation of out the etched windows and our beautiful new playground floor, and the safety pad wraps for the poles on the see our newly renovated playground. We can now boast that not only do we have one of the most beauti- play area. ful playgrounds, but now it’s considered one of the safest too! Lastly, the overall security of our children and staff has been addressed in a big way this year. We You'll notice the grassy are beyond excited and pleased with the addition of on-site security guards. They green surface covering the have all very quickly become core members of our team of professionals, dedicated cushioned protective under to keeping our children and school as safe as possible. layer, insuring that our On a personal note, this year was very bitter-sweet for me. As many of you know, children can play safely. my son Mason is graduating from PreK this year. I’m overwhelmed with emo- tions as he is moving on to new experiences, ones without me. (Queue the tears!) Since our playground is My experience as a parent with a child in Preschool has been very unique. I’ve used year round, it gets lots had the opportunity to be very involved in my children’s lives, in an educational environment, for their first years of life. I’ve loved watching him grow and learn at of use. Unfortunately our TBTST and will always cherish this time we had together. I’ve loved watching the renovation costs ran higher friendships that Mason has formed over the years. Many of those friendships are than initially expected stronger than ever today, and I hope they will continue to strengthen in the years because the ground needed to come through summer camp and Hebrew School. Watching my children, and to be properly prepared. all of your children grow and change, is one of the many reasons I love my job so much. It’s an incredible experience for me to witness change in each child from This would be a wonderful the beginning to the end of the year, and in many cases, from their “freshman” year opportunity to make all the way to graduation. In pictures, we can see their physical changes but from a contribution to help an educational vantage point, the experiences of seeing their language and motor underwrite the cost of the skills develop and grow, from learning to write their name, recite the alphabet, playground renovation and sounding out letters and beginning to read- the list goes on and on. I’m happy support our children. and feel privileged to have been a part of, and witnessed these accomplishments. Thank you to our PSO and our new PSO Board, under the direction of Jaime Please drop off your Brickman, who is president, has done an outstanding job this year. Our school is donations in the so fortunate to have such an amazing group of moms who care so much about our school and their children’s experiences while enrolled here. I want to thank all our main office and mark TBTST teachers who go out of their way each and every day to make each child’s "PLAYGROUND" in the experiences here at school meaningful, enriching and exciting. This school is the memo line. All donations warm, nurturing, welcoming environment that it is, because of you! Thank you to will be greatly appreciated! Ilene Littman who jumped in with both feet, mid-school year in her new role in the ECC Administration. We are very lucky to have you here. To my special graduating class of 2016- You hold a special place in my heart. Many of you started here as babies and toddlers together. You’ve grown and de- veloped into wonderful, unique and extraordinary children. I know you are more than ready to take on Kindergarten and all that your bright futures have to offer. I will miss each and every one of you, but wish you great success in all that the coming years bring your way. Hopefully I will see most of your smiling faces over the summer at camp and in Socialites and Hebrew School next year.
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8 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Calendar of Events Beit Sefer Please review our Hebrew By Ava Phillips-Education Coordinator School schedule as our hours have slightly changed: I sit here at my desk really wondering how I should end my many years Hebrew School days and as the Education Director here at Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek. It Hours of operation: is very hard to actually write this article and it is hard to put into words Kindergarten, First and how I feel. I feel sad that I will no longer be the Education Director after so many years-14 to be exact. Before that, for 10 years, I worked in the Second Grades: pre-school office, first with Beth Duff Sloan, then with Robin Levine for Sunday: 9:00-11:45 A.M. 9 years and lastly with Andrea Gorelick. Those years were wonderful and Aleph, Bet, Gimel Classes: they allowed me to be home when my children, Nathan-z”l and Matthew Sunday: 9:00-11:45 A.M. came home from school. I became the Hebrew School Director in 2002 and stayed in that position until the present time. Tuesday: 4:15 - 7:00 P.M. We had a huge school and we had a wonderful program which we still have today. I saw a lot Daled Class: of children go through our program and today my grandson, Jonah is enrolled in our Hebrew Sunday: 9:00-11:45 A.M. School. We made tremendous changes along the way and to this day, many of these programs Tuesday: 4:45 - 7:00 P.M. are still in existence. We have some wonderful events that are currently sponsored by the Jewish Hey Class: Federation of Broward County and these programs teach our children about Israel. It is also Tuesday: 5:15 - 7:45 P.M. important to utilize the various functions of the Jewish Federation because when our students Jr. Congregation become the leaders in this Jewish Community or in any Jewish Community, they need to realize (Aleph-Hey Classes) where the community lies. After all, these are the future leaders of tomorrow. Saturday: 9:45 – 11:45 P.M. Teaching our children all about what it means to be Jewish and what it means to be a Jewish mentsch is something we work very hard to do. We want our children to grow up being compas- Lunch and Learn sionate, creative, caring, sympathetic, and friendly and we want them all to become leaders in (Aleph – Hey Classes) their own right. We strive for excellence in whatever they achieve and if we had something to Saturday: 11:45- 1:00 P.M. do about it in a small way, then I know we have done our job and that makes us all feel good. MAY I have been here a long time and I have had some sadness in my life as well as happy times, too. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Through it all, Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek has been there for my family. Through May 3rd happy times and through sad times, this is my family and I have enjoyed every aspect of being a Director. I will continue to work here and I will continue to pray here and I want to thank all Lag Ba’omer Program th of the Officers and Board of Directors for allowing me to be here for the past 25 years. They May 5 have been the best years of my life and along with my husband and Mathew, Jonah, and Cindy, Yom Hashoa Prog.-7:00 pm we have enjoyed our time here and we will continue to do so. th May 6 I want to thank all the parents and their children in the early Childhood as well as the Hebrew Aleph Consecration-6:30 pm School and the Youth Group who have made this a great place to work and play. I love being May 6th hugged by all of you and it made life a little bit easier when my son, Nathan, passed away almost Teacher Appreciation-6:30 pm 4 years ago. I have laughed with you and I have cried with you and I have attended everyone’s May 6th bar and bat mitzvahs and lately I have been invited to weddings of our students! I hope you Shabbat dinner-7:30 pm will continue to hug me and visit with me because I love you all very, very much. May 14th I also want to thank the Men’s Club and Sisterhood for being such a great group of people to Hey Celebration and awards work with and who really come out and support our youth. ceremony In closing , I must not forget the Rabbi, and the Cantor who have made me feel very special May 15th over the years (the Cantor for the past 2 years ) and of course the rabbi for being our friend Last day of School for k,1 and our leader and have helped my whole family throughout the years. and 2/Zimriya Even though Sondra has only joined our family in the last few months, she has fit right in and has May 17th been a very big help here at TBTST. I enjoy discussing our various families, kashrut, observance of Shabbat and Yom-Tov daily Jewish life. Last day of school/Shaliach I can only say that it has been a pleasure working with Sydney, Diana and Ronit and their program st expertise in their fields is exceptional and we as a synagogue should be very proud. May 21 I will be around for a long time to come, G-d-willing and I will always be here to help out in Confirmation –Services and any way I can. lunch at Rabbi’s house May 25th-26th Shalom, V’litra’ot, Lag Ba’Omer Miss Ava 9 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
As Another Year Comes to a Close Be a Shabbat greeter! By: Sammie Gaynor Want to leave services with a smile on your face? There is no better feeling than to make others feel welcome Although some people take eighty days to get around the world, and to feel the peace of ex- the TBTST Sharks will do it in just a few hours, at our annual tending a “Shabbat Shalom” nd end-of-the-year banquet on May 22 from 12:30-3:30 P.M. Our or “Good Yom Tov” to others. USY, Kadima, Pre Kadima, and Matchilim are invited with their There are no special skills parents to experience this yearly event. Just like the past years, involved, just show up, (on this year has a theme as well. The theme is “Around the World” time!), extend a smile and and each table will be a different country to give our chapter the full traveling ex- a Shabbat leaflet. What perience. Just like always, banquet will include dancing, music, and a memorable better way is there to feel year-end slideshow that captures all the best parts of the year. a part of the congregation? Friday night 6:30 PM Since banquet takes place in the afternoon, lunch food embodying different coun- Saturday morning 9:00 AM tries will be served. Globe centerpieces, a green screen photo opportunity, and signs in different languages will decorate the banquet hall. USYers, Kadimaniks, Pre Kadimaniks, and our newest group, Matchilim, will have the opportunity to Help us make a minyan! write their favorite memory from the year in a book. We are the only Conservative synagogue in Broward to This year marked an incredible year for USYers, Kadimaniks, and Pre Kadimaniks. have daily minyan every With a lot of exciting programs and some great conventions, each new and old morning and evening, every member received unforgettable experiences. With many USYers being graduating day of the year! Help us keep seniors, this banquet is bittersweet, because it means leaving their second home, it going and support those TBTST. However, the remaining time that they have, is going to be spent together who are saying Kaddish. and will be meaningful and fun. TBTST Sharks and USY have left a very big Volunteer to come to minyan! impression on all of their lives that they will never forget. You don’t have to know Hebrew or any of the prayers For those graduating, banquet will be a great opportunity to say good bye to USY – just your presence will be and also remember all the great times. The theme fits perfectly to the idea that all greatly appreciated. the seniors will be traveling far apart, but they will always be together at heart. This is a great way to celebrate an event like a birthday or Sisterhood Scholarships anniversary. You’ll feel so much better knowing are available. Please contact the you’ve helped others! Temple Office at 954-721-7660, ext. 110. Monday – Friday 7:45 AM and 6:00 PM Sunday and secular holidays 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM Did you know?
You can Donate stock instead of cash. Why? If you itemize and claim a charitable deduction on your tax return, by trans- ferring long term appreciated securities to TBTST instead of cash or check, you avoid paying capital gains taxes on the donated securities. Please call the temple office for further information.
10 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 TBTST SISTERHOOD www. By Ellen Feldman, President tbtst.org Sisterhood began the month of April with a wonderful “all in” sisterhood weekend. Sisterhood Shabbat, both Friday evening IT'S EASY and Shabbat morning, showcased the knowledge, expertise and TO USE ability of our sisterhood members as so many participated in the many facets of the services. The “high” continued as we honored Come visit our Jacqui Montag and Cheryl Temkin at out very successful fashion NEW website & show. This year’s unique theme was Vashti’s Banquet – A Celebration of Women view – which was a continuation of our Purim program with Sandra Lilienthal. Thank you to all for making Sisterhood Shabbat and Fashion Show – the entire weekend • The Rabbi's weekly – such an amazing success! message I was asked to print in this month’s Scroll the d’var Torah from Friday night and • Pictures of our Shabbat morning along with the teaching given Saturday morning. I’m sure we pre-school and He- all can find relevance in our own lives from what each had to say. brew school chidren I hope all of you had a wonderful Pesach with friends and family and I look • Applications forward to seeing you at our next sisterhood meeting. • Pictures from our Ellen social events • Up-to-date details For over a dozen years, Temple Beth Torah Sha’ary Tzedek, has hosted L’Horim of our calendar and Shocholim a support group specifically for bereaved parents. One of the recurring upcoming events. themes within our group is how to respond to well-meaning, but hurtful comments • Ability to down- from friends, family, and the temple community. When asked to do the d’var for load, view and listen Parshat Shemini, the portion we read during this year’s Sisterhood Shabbat, it to the blessings seemed the right time and place to share with the congregation some of the Please before and after the Do’s and Please Don’ts that have come out of our discussions. Torah readings. • The Temple It’s a funny thing, volunteering to do the d’var for Sisterhood Shabbat. You don’t telephone and quite know what you’ve gotten yourself into until you’ve already committed. Of course you hope the portion is going to speak to you in a meaningful way, so that email directory your talk can be interesting and uplifting. But then you open the Chumash and • View pictures of flip to the parsha and what do you find? A passage as troubling and arguably even our giftshop items. more heart wrenching than the binding of Isaac. If you haven't In the portion we read tomorrow, Aaron's oldest sons Nadav and Avihu, were viewed our website, priests-in-training - learning how to serve in the newly built tabernacle. But they NOW IS THE TIME, made a mistake. They made an offering to God that God had not asked them to see what is make, and for this transgression, they were consumed in fire. going on at the But that was not all. Not only did Aaron’s two oldest sons die, but Aaron and his Temple, check out surviving sons were forbidden to mourn. In their place, the entire house of Israel the calendar, learn - – was charged with mourning the two boys. It is in this phrase, a the prayers, etc. brief half line, God calls to our attention the critical role the community plays in supporting parents whose child has died. Check out our For well over a dozen years, Temple Beth Torah Sha’ary Tzedek, has hosted a TBTST support group specifically for bereaved parents. Who would think a congregation Facebook of our size would need such a group – or that the group would need to continue for page so many years? Scores of moms and dads have sat around our table in the same Article continued on next page
11 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Article continued shock, disbelief, and total sadness that Aaron must have felt. As we helped one Parking Lot Safety another through one of the toughest of journeys a parent can take, we, too, saw the Did you know that one of the critical role the temple community takes in creating a safe and healing space. But likeliest places to be involved in we also saw that many in our community had no idea what to say or how to comfort. a fender bender is in a parking So tonight I will share with you some of what I have learned from my own experi- lot? People seem to suspend their good judgment when looking for a ence as a bereaved parent, and from the many parents whose journey I’ve shared parking space or when pulling out over these past 12 years. When someone is hurting, our most basic desire is to help of one. Coming in, our first reaction make the hurt go away. The truth is, you cannot. There are no magic words. You is to dart forward to be the first to can, however start with sympathy. “I’m so sorry this has happened.” A simple claim the closest spot possible. In hug. If you knew the child, share a memory. Let the parent know that the child our parking lot, most people park face in. There is nothing wrong with impacted your life or the life of your family. Refer to the child by name. that, but you have to be extra cau- The journey a parent follows after the death of a child goes beyond grieving. We tious when backing out, because need to figure out who we are and what we believe in, how to make sense out of the car just opposite you may be a world that has up-ended our most fundamental beliefs – you grow up and get doing the same thing at the same old before you die. Children bury parents, not the other way around. We need to time. Always make a 360 degree check as you back out. figure out how to respond when confronted with the too frequently asked question, Also, if you are here during the “How many children do you have?” Our journey is not quick and it is not easy. week, remember that our parking There are many setbacks along the way. Although our child is no longer part of lot is accessed via 94th Avenue and our physical life, our love continues. We need time for that love to move from a there is both an elementary and a middle school just across the source of pain to a source of comfort. If you want to be helpful, please don’t say, street. Watch out for kids crossing “You’re so strong.” We are not strong. We just try to put one foot in front of the the street before you make your other until we learn to walk again. Please don’t say “Don’t you think it’s time turn onto 94th Avenue. Be sure to you’ve gotten over it.” We need to learn to live a new reality, and it takes as long check the time and to observe the as it takes. Please do continue to give us hugs, to share photos you may find and school zone speed limits if they are in force. stories you remember. Here are some other tips: I imagine the people of Israel took seriously the role of surrogate mourners, pro- viding what comfort they could to Aaron, his wife, Elisheba, who goes unnamed • Hide or remove your valuables when leaving your car and be in the portion, and their surviving sons Eleazar and Ithamar. To this day, when sure to lock the car when you leaving a shiva, we say to the grieving - May God comfort you among the other step way. Even if you are just mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. These words speak to the vital connection be- picking up your child from our tween the one who is grieving and the community. Hebrew School, it only takes a It is my great hope that Temple Beth Torah Sha’ary Tzedek can soon put its be- minute for a thief to grab your cell phone or your purse. reaved parents group on a shelf, withering away from disuse. But until that time, • Leave your engine running until we continue to be there for one another, as the house of Israel was there for Aaron you’ve gathered everything and and his family. you’re ready to get out of the car but be sure to turn it off when Dianne Solomon, Facilitator you do. L’horim Shocholim • Be alert to notice other people in the parking lot. If your sixth sense urges caution, heed it and Are you over 70 1/2? do not leave the car. • When you’re walking back to Consider paying your temple dues, Kol Nidre pledges and other charitable your car, keep your keys in contributions directly from your IRA. hand, so you can get into the In December, 2015, Congress made permanent a provision whereby car quickly. individuals may distribute up to $100,000 per year directly from their • If you are looking for your car, Traditional IRA to a 501(c)3 non profit with no federal income tax con- press the lock door key, not the open door key to get your car to sequences. Consult with to your tax advisor and see if this strategy may tell you where it is. benefit you. • Lock your doors once you get inside the car.
12 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Why Not Join a Men’s Club Chavurah? Dr. Alan Miller, President - [email protected] As part of our New Roads to Engagement Project, Temple So... today was a very productive day for me. I spent a couple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek of hours sending out Emails on the Men's club meeting April is encouraging couples or 14th, a Breakfast on May 29th and the Men's club Shabbat on families to bring their com- Sept 17th. Then my work was over. It was a tough 1 1/2 hours. mon interests to the syna- Since I retired about a year ago it has become clear to me gogue. This is not a religious that men need to plan their retirement and playtime with the group, but a group of family same intensity that they used to plan their workday. If this is or friends that want to social- not done, you will become a slave to the "talking heads" on ize together. Perhaps it is an TV which will lead, in short order, to brain death. Women are so much luckier. existing group of friends that For years, in addition to their work, most of them have run their homes, cooked you join each month to have meals and maintained the family calendar. These very important functions do not dinner with, see a movie or change when they retire and they continue to do them. In fact, we would be in for attend a play. Any group of a unpleasant and probably losing battle if we tried to usurp their domain. people with common inter- Men's Club can help solve this dilemma. It can serve as a vehicle to put men to- ests can form a Chavurah. gether to have fun. Yes, I am talking about play days. Whether it be golf, shooting Shortly, you will receive a brochure and questionnaire at the range, bowling, going to sporting events, etc., the club can serve as a place describing this concept, that men can get together to share mutual interests. It does take some effort. One and asking only for you to must go to some meetings and functions to meet other people with interests similar complete and return the to theirs, but it is worth the effort. We must be willing to put ourselves forward to questionnaire to the syna- meet other members. Both parties will come out winners . gogue office. Based on your responses, we will form a Alan I Miller, MD group that fits your needs. [email protected] Please join with us as we reach out and engage our SAVE THE DATE..... congregation. Watch for our Men's Club will Sponsor a Breakfast on May 29th at 9:30 AM. brochure! Are You On the TOPIC: “Dr. Barry’s Top 50 List for a Better Life” List? TBTST’s Sunshine Commit- tee notifies email recipients of the life events of fellow con- We are Looking for a few good gregants in a timely manner. The committee sends notices Hagbah's and Gelilah's of births, engagements, wed- dings, funerals, shiva details and hospitalizations. Interested? Let us know. Lessons and Practices If you would like to receive notices of Sunshine Joy or available. Sunshine Sadness, and would With Cantor Angress like to be added, please pro- vide your email address to Call 954-721-7660 ext. 116 [email protected]. 13 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek Early Childhood Center presents
Tot Shabbat is our monthly Shabbat experience designed especially for young children and their families. Our music teacher, Miss Lisa and her guitar lead our service, which is held in the Library.
We invite you to come welcome Shabbat in a casual, relaxed, family friendly, atmosphere filled with live music, dancing and singing.
May 20th
6pm-Upgraded Oneg with chicken nuggets and finger foods 6:30pm-Tot Shabbat in Library 7pm-Join the Shabbat B’Yachad service in Sanctuary
For more information please contact the ECC Everyone welcome! office at 954-722-9537. Bring a friend… or two! 5700 NW 94th Ave. Tamarac, FL 33321
14 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 “b’sever panim yafot “ Scenes from the Sisterhood Fashion Show The above quote ends the second- to-last tractate in the order Sisterhood Fashion Show Committee. What a wonderful job they did in putting of Nezikin (damages) in the together this year's Sisterhood's Fashion Show. Congratulations to Jacqui Montag Talmud. The tractate is more often known as Pirkei Avot, literally, and Cheryl Temkin, this year's well deserved honorees. the Chapters of our Fathers. Interestingly, in Modern Hebrew it is a common expression used to denote “with open arms.” Our president and board have been discussing the concept of “with open arms,” not in a Toraic concept but with the idea of becoming a more welcoming and engaging Congregation. Every committee of our congregation is open to the concept. We need volunteers and we need you to think about how you can help. We have several active committees who do much of the planning that make membership in TBTST so valuable to so many. Everyone is looking for people to step forward and share their expertise, And the Lovely Models...... opinions and time to make those efforts successful. Of course, the Men’s Club and the Sisterhood are obvious places for you to help support activities that benefit TBTST. The Men’s Club motto – doing good while having fun – really belongs to all of them. In the Scroll, you often read about the Tikkun Olam/Mitzvah committee. Committed hands are always welcome. The membership committee has a number of projects that would help you feel more engaged while welcoming others. The Rabbi is always looking for people interested in widening the work of the Membership Committee and our Ways and Means Committee is not just an “ask for money” group, but is involved in planning many of our events. And, by the way the Scroll would be happy to have you aboard as well.
15 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
TBTST Sisterhood Cookbook: L’Dor V’Dor – Keeping it Kosher
RECIPE SUBMISSION FORM
We are so pleased to have your recipe included in this book. Please note that each recipe must meet Kashrut guide- lines. The committee reserves the right to limit the number of recipes submitted by any one person. In situations that the same recipe is submitted by more than one person, each person will be given credit, in alphabetical order on the same page.
You can submit your recipe(s) via email to [email protected] along with your name and phone number; by simply attaching a clearly printed or typed copy to this completed form or you may use the format on back and mail to the Temple Office or drop off in the Sisterhood box.
NAME: ______RECIPE TITLE: ______EMAIL:______PHONE:______
If you’d like to share your personal story of your recipe, you may include three to five sentences. There will be a nominal charge of $2.00 per a line. The committee may edit for clarity. Kosher recipes in all categories are welcome: Dairy, Meat, Pareve, Vegetarian/Vegan, Holidays & Festivals and subcategories: Breakfast, Appetizers, Main Dishes, Soups, Salads, Desserts and Breads & Cakes.
Recipe Name: ______
Yield: ______Portion Size: ______
Chief: ______
3-5 Sentence Message:______
INGREDIENTS______
AMT UNIT______PROCEDURES______
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NEW DATE • NEW DATE • NEW DATE • NEW DATE
17 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Golf Registration Form You may sign up individually or as a group. Deadline for registration is September 16, 2016 Please register early as a full field is expected!
Name______Phone______Email Address______Handicap______Lunch Yes_____ No _____ Name______Phone______Email Address______Handicap______Lunch Yes_____ No _____ Name______Phone______Email Address______Handicap______Lunch Yes_____ No _____ Name______Phone______Email Address______Handicap______Lunch Yes_____ No _____ If you do not have a full foursome, we will put you on a team If you are interested in being a sponsor, please complete the following:
TOURNAMENT SPONSOR...... $2,500 Includes: • TWO Free Foursomes • Hole Sign • Lunch for Guests • Lunch Table Sign • Corporate Advertisement in Gift Bag • Special Acknowledgement in Program and Appreciation Plaque PLATINUM SPONSOR...... $1,000 Includes: • Free Foursome • Hole Sign • Lunch for Guests • Lunch Table Sign • Corporate Advertisement in Gift Bag • Special Acknowledgement in Program and Appreciation Plaque GOLD SPONSOR...... $600 Includes: • Free Foursome • Hole Sign • Special Acknowledgement in Program HOLE SPONSOR...... $150 TEE SPONSOR...... $100 Name to appear on sign:______Contact Person:______Phone:______Address:______Enclosed payment for: Individual Players...... $135 per player______Anything in excess of $50.00, may be considered a charitable contribution Guest for Lunch...... $25______Sponsorship...... See Above______TOTAL______Appropriate Golf Attire Required
Please complete and Mail To: Nathan Winton make checks payable to: 13194 Spring Lake Drive TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA’ARAY TZEDEK Cooper City, FL 33330 18 Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE Previews to upcoming entertainment events at TBTST
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Shabbat Shalom Shabbat Dinner
TIME: KABBALAT SHABBAT 6:30 PM (FOLLOWED BY DINNER)
Adults Children (4 - 12) Children Under 4 Member $21.00 $8.00 n/c Non-Member $23.00 $9.00 n/c
Please fill out the form below and return to the Temple Office by May 2 ______
Join us as we celebrate our Teachers! Teacher Appreciation Shabbat Dinner May 6, 2016 Join us for a Delicious Shabbat Dinner prepared by Sterling Kosher Catering MUST R.S.V.P. by 4pm on Monday, May 2
_____Grilled Salmon ____ Chicken Francese _____Vegetarian Choice ____ Kids (Includes Salad, Grilled Veggies, Rice Pilaf, Dessert, Soda , Tea & Coffee )
# Adults ______# Kids ______Total Amount $______
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NAME______PH# ______
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Please feel free to bring your own bottle of Kosher wine.
MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 HAZAK at TBTST presents “TO LIFE”
Sunday, May 22, 2016 1:00 PM at The Last Picture Show Theater corner of Nob Hill Rd and McNab Blvd. This is a special showing for HAZAK only.
“To Life” premiered two years ago in To Life! Europe and A Film by Uwe Janson has won best film awards from two
different film festivals. It’s a story about a young German man who meets Ruth, a Jewish cabaret singer after World War II. Ruth has emotional and financial problems that she thinks she will never be able to resolve. The story is built on these criteria, and the rest comes out in the film.
Members of HAZAK will be admitted for FREE. Non-members will be admitted for $5.00, and their admission fee may be applied towards full membership of $10.00 for the year.
For more information please call Marvin Kaleky,
954-270-6122. U.S. Distribution: Menemsha Films Neil Friedman 2601 Ocean Park Blvd, Suite 100 Santa Monica, CA 90405 Tel: 310.452.1775 20 Fax: 310.452.3740 [email protected] www.menemshafilms.com MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
RABBI STONE Is God A Democrat or A Rebublican? TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA’ARY TZEDEK PRESENTS A BEVERYLY FEREN SERIES: INTELLECTUAL SMORGASBORD (FOOD FOR THE MIND) RABBI KAVON Is JERUSALEM a Split city or the capital? WHEN Thursdays May 12, 19, & 26 1:30pm - 3pm
WHERE Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek JOHN CAVOTO 5700 NW 94 Avenue Saving Your Memory Tamarac, Fl 33321
COST Series: $39.00 Single Lecture: $15.00
FEATURING • RABBI KURT STONE, RABBI ELI KAVON , JOHN CAVOTO REFRESHMENTS Will be served each week MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO TBTST following lecture
21 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
HAZAK MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Hokhmah-Wisdom Ziknah-Maturity Kadima-Looking Ahead A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
LOOKING FORWARD TO AN EXCITING YEAR! Variety of Interesting Programs HAZAK SHABBAT • MITZVAHS AND MORE
We invite all seniors 55 years and up to join us. Please complete the form below and mail with your dues $10.00 per person, $20.00 per couple.
HAZAK TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK 5700 NW 94TH AVENUE, TAMARAC, FL 33321 HAZAK WEBSITE: www.uscj.org/jewishlivingandlearning/lifecycle/hazak55_adults.aspx
Name(s)______Address______Day Time Phone______Evening______Cell______Email Address______Fax______Do you drive?______Can you pick up others?______Are you working?______Full Time______Part Time______Retired______Profession/Occupation______Day & Time of meeting preference______Hobbies/Interests______Program Suggestions______My expertise is______Would like to host a program in the month of______in honor of______Additional Comments______Check #______Date______Hine Mah-Tov Umah-Naiyim, Shevat Ahim Gam Yachad Behold how good and pleasant itis for brothers and sisters to dwell together in unity!
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PARSHA SHEMINI-4/2/16 Ellen Feldman
The saying “you are what you eat” first appeared in French and then in German in the 1880’s and then brought into English in the 1920’s. But the original place where we find the idea that people and food are intimately connected is in this week’s Parsha Shemini. A significant portion of this week’s parsha is devoted to the laws of kashrut. These laws were given incremently in the Torah. On three separate occasions, the Torah tells us not to “boil a kid in its mother’s milk”, thus prohibiting eating meat/poultry and dairy together. The Torah then goes on to prohibit the ingestion of blood and then finally declares in considerable detail how to identify what animals, birds and fish are fit for consumption and which are not. It is written: “These are the creatures that you may eat from among all the land animals: any animal that has true hoofs, with clefts through the hoofs, and that chews the cud – such you may eat.” What distinguishes between the permitted and the forbidden animals is that by and large only the animals which are herbivores may be consumed for food. Of the things that are in the waters, it is written, “these you may eat of all that live in water: anything in water, whether in the seas or in the streams, that has fins and scales – these you may eat.” Therefore, all water creatures that crawl instead of swimming using fins are considered impure. For the birds the criteria is less clear. The Torah provides a list of forbidden birds but does not specify why these particular birds are forbidden. There is no overall physical criteria that distinguishes pure birds from impure birds. All the birds on the list, however, are birds of prey or scavengers and so the rabbis inferred that this was the basis for distinction. Chicken, geese, ducks, and turkeys are permitted. However, some people avoid turkey because it was unknown at the time of the giving of the Torah, thus leaving room for doubt. But the fact is that kosher birds do not kill in order to survive; this is the same distinction applied to land animals. Shunning certain creatures may be attributed to their undesirable traits, such as flesh-eating animals and birds of prey. If we are forbidden to ingest blood, then it makes sense that we should avoid the flesh of animals and fowl that ingest blood. Could there be a powerful ethical message here hinting to an ideal preference for a vegetarian diet? After all, in the Garden of Eden, eating animals was forbidden. If we were still in the Garden of Eden, we wouldn’t be eating meat at all. But the people lusted after meat and so after the Flood, after Noah, G-d compromised and allowed it. He gave humans permission to eat meat, but this was a concession, as if to say, kill if you must, but let it be animals, not other humans. With his convenant with the Israelites, G-d invites humanity to begin a new chapter in history. The Israelites, however, are not permitted to kill any and every life form for food. Some species must be protected, given their freedom, left unsubjected to human desires. There is a moral difference between eating an apple and eating meat. Eating meat is a result of having taken the life of one of G-d’s creatures and those who live by the dietary laws are instantly aware of such a dinstinction. Not everything in the universe was made for human consumption. Man is not the center of the universe, nor are we the measure of all things. The Torah, as mentioned before, lays out the framework for the original “you are what you eat.” Throughout our history, from the famous debates of Maimonides to modern times, commentators, rabbis, scholars, and many others have sought to find the reasons – medical, spiritual, biological, or otherwise – to ascribe meaning to why these limitations were given. Keeping kosher is one of our mitzvot and there is great meaning and value in making the choice to eat certain foods and to not eat others. But the short answer as to why we observe these laws is because the Torah says so. Period. The fact that the Torah does not specify any reason for these laws have some suggesting that kashrut falls into the category of “chukkim,” laws for which there is no reason. Parsha Shemini concludes its identification of kosher species with the following verse: “For I the Lord am your God: you shall sanctify yourselves and be holy, for I am holy. You shall not make yourselves impure through any swarming thing that moves upon the earth. For I the Lord am He who brought you up from the land of Egypt to be your G-d; you shall be holy, for I am holy.”
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So while the “how to” of keeping kosher is specific, the “why” was often not explained except to say: 1) It will make you more spiritual. The dietary laws constitute a way of sanctifying the act of eating. Eating is a matter of instinct, but humans can choose on moral or religious grounds what to eat or not to eat what’s available. Since the Torah divided food into acceptable and unacceptable categories, some religious philosophers believed consuming food of a higher spiritual nature would raise one up in the eyes of G-d. 2) G-d commanded us to do so in the Torah. This argument for keeping kosher is the most ambiguous. No rationale. No retort. No whining. Just do it. 3) It is for your own good-meaning medically for health and safety. No question that some of the dietary laws have some beneficial health effects but many do not. 4) It simply separates Jews from other religions. 5) It encourages vegetarianism. Kosher guidelines for slaughter are more expensive and time consuming than other methods and so following those guidelines might reduce meat consumption. 6) It helps keep our Jewish identity. Keeping kosher can allow us to feel a closer bond with those who for centuries followed the same practices. 7) But the most important reason for keeping kosher is that it teaches self control and discipline. If a person can be disciplined in what and when he eats it follows he can be disciplined in other areas of life as well. Waiting after eating meat before eating milk products and not eating certain animals or combinations of foods instills self-discipline. Kosher laws teach that we must not have everything our hearts desire. Imposing rules on what you can and cannot eat ingrains a kind of self control, requiring us to learn to control even our most basic primal instincts. Self control is essential for all humans. Kashrut is much more than a heksher or a mashgiach. It is important because of the connection between eating and our souls. Limiting what we eat for a holy purpose, for the sake of connecting to the mysterious aspects of life, for the sake of connecting to our ancestors, for the sake of connecting to other Jews are all valuable contributions to the “refinement of our soul.” To make the conscious choice not to eat the foods prohibited by the Torah, not to mix milk and meat, to keep a spiritual discipline around eating, is a connection to the ancient wisdom of our Torah and our people. Limiting what we eat especially in today’s world of gluttony, can bring much spiritual depth and reward. The call to “refine our souls” should inspire us to look deeper at this ancient practice. To limit some of our choices as a spiritual discipline is a start and we can grow from there.
JOIN the growing list of Torah Readers!! Read the Parsha from your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Read your favorite porAon! Read for a special event! Encourage a friend to read! Contact Sherry Klawsky for dates [email protected] or 954 791 8527
24 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 D’var Torah-Shemini Sisterhood Shabbat - Janet Workman
In much of Shemini, the laws of kashrut are outlined, naming specific animals, birds and fish that can and can- not be eaten. But prior to this, on page 632, verse 10, we are told of Aaron’s sons Nadab and Abihu, who “each took his fire pan, put fire in it, and laid incense on it; and they offered before the Lord alien fire, which He had not enjoined upon them. And fire came forth from the Lord and consumed them; thus they died at the instance of the Lord. Then Moses said to Aaron, ‘This is what the Lord meant when he said: Through those near to me I show myself Holy and gain glory before all the people. And Aaron was silent.” This passage is perplexing to me. What did the sons do that was so terrible that it should warrant the punishment of death? There are many different viewpoints on this, including that the sons were drunk when they made their offering to G-d. Most intriguing to me is the note of Aaron’s silence. In the commentary on the bottom of page 634, it states the possibility of more power in silence than in any words. Why was Aaron silent and why is it noted in the Parsha? Sometimes, silence is what is needed. For example, someone who is sitting Shiva for a loved one may have many people crowded around them to offer condolences, but maybe the grieving person just needs to sit quietly and not engage in conversation. Sometimes, in the face of tragedy and grief, there really are no words. Another idea is in seeing Aaron in the role, not of High Priest, but of a parent. Ultimately, there are things our children do with which we have no control and nothing to say. Children, especially grown children, may make decisions that are beyond a parent’s ability to comprehend or influence. At some point, we parents have to ac- cept and understand that children must, and will, go their own way. Aaron’s grief may have rendered him silent, perplexed by his sons’ actions and G-ds punishment. It reminds me of a movie I recently saw in which a man’s son dies in a college campus shooting. The father is in such grief that he leaves his job and moves to a houseboat. Through finding music written by his son, he begins to heal. Only mid-way through the movie, do we realize that his son was the campus shooter, taking six lives. The father’s grief is double, as he tries to cope with, not just his son’s death, but his son’s actions. There is great power in silence. Some of you may have a parent who you say “When mom is yelling, you’re okay, but when she gets really quiet-look out- you’re in trouble.” We know the power of that silence! It takes a certain level of maturity to NOT fill every moment with speech and conversation. We all know people who talk incessantly and you never feel they are listening-just thinking of what they will say next! If we are con- stantly speaking, we may miss hearing that still, small voice inside us. When we respond to every insult, every perceived slight and injury, we don’t HEAR solutions. We don’t HEAR what we are really feeling. We don’t give ourselves a chance to truly see the situation and our role in it. You can even see this in the current political environment! Personal insults and attacks are being thrown back and forth. Perhaps if the candidates stopped and silenced these juvenile attacks, they could HEAR the real issues of our nation. There is dignity in silence. So in the face of tragedy, grief and despair, Aaron was silent. I hope we all can recognize the power and dignity of silence, and also recognize the need for silence that others may have. May we all appreciate our own silent times-for that is where and when we may think clearly and HEAR that still, small voice.
Shabbat Shalom!
25 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek Sisterhood Scholarship Fund
Temple Member ______Yes _____No
Request for (check one) ______Financial Scholarship ______Merit Scholarship
NAME: ______DATE______
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Address______
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Amount Requested______Due Date______
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Why do you think you should be considered for this scholarship?
Recommendation from Program Director or Religious leader (Statement and confirmation signature requested)
Confirmation of 5 service hours to TBTST______Signature of Program Director or Religious Leader
How will your attendance at this program benefit you and TBTST?
______Applicant Signature AND Parent’s signature (if applicant is a student)
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Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek 2016 Camp Mah-Tov Application We do not discriminate against sex, race or religion. Camper’s Name: ______Birth Date: ______Grade by 9/2016 ______Sex: M F Address: ______City: ______State: ____ Zip: ______
TBTST Member: Yes No Religious preference: ______T-Shirt Size: Child S M L (can’t guarantee size after 5/1/16) 1st time TBTST Camper Returning TBTST Camper If 1st time camper, how did you hear about us? ______
PARENT ONE: Last Name: ______First Name: ______Daytime Phone: ______Home Phone: ______Cell Phone: ______Email: ______
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Child resides with: Mother Father Both Other
EMERGENCY CONTACT 1: (in the event that a parent/legal guardian cannot be reached) Last Name: ______First Name: ______Phone: ______Cell Phone: ______Relationship to camper: ______
EMERGENCY CONTACT 2: (in the event that a parent/legal guardian cannot be reached) Last Name: ______First Name: ______Phone: ______Cell Phone: ______Relationship to camper: ______
CAMPER’S PHYSICIAN: ______Phone: ______
PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO PICK UP YOUR CHILD FROM CAMP: 1. ______Relationship: ______2. ______Relationship: ______
ALLERGIES/MEDICATION: (Please list all known allergies and any medications taken) ______
Medical Authorization & Liability Release I give permission for my child to attend Camp Mah Tov and to participate in all activities. I herby give permission for my child to participate on all off campus activities. Permission is granted for my child age 5 and up to ride a bus to and from field trips. Permission is granted to use any photo of my child occasionally taken at camp for publicity purposes. I hereby agree to hold Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek, its Officers, Directors, agents, servants, employees and representatives, free from any and all liability resulting from any injuries which might occur to my child named on this sheet. In the event of an injury, every reasonable attempt will be made to notify me. Should I not be able to be contacted by reasonable efforts, I hereby grant permission to those in charge to seek and administer any and all necessary medical attention and treatment for my child. I further grant permission and authorization to any hospital, doctor or medical practitioner to administer whatever medical care and treatment necessary to my child and I expressly agree to assume full financial responsibility for all costs related thereto. I have carefully read the above Medical Authorization and Liability Release and understand and agree to the policies as stated. ______Signature Print Name Date
Camp Mah-Tov has a no-refund or proration policy on all camp tuition. There will be no refunds if your child is absent, or a natural disaster, or if your child is dismissed on disciplinary action. If your child misses a day or a week of camp you will not be compensated with other days/ weeks of camp. I have carefully read the above Payment Agreement and understand and agree to the policies as stated.
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27 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Fee Schedule Choose to enroll weekly, per session or entire 8 week summer!
Summer Sprouts (Toddlers), K’tonTon (turning 2 years old), Yeladim (turning 3 years old) & Giborim (Going into Pre-K) Days Times Weekly Session 1: June 14-July 8 8 week Session *check weeks below Session 2: July 11-Aug 5 June 14th -Aug 5th 2 days per week 9:00am-1:30pm □M $120 □NM $125 □M $440 □NM $460 □M $840 □ NM $880 SAVE! (T/TH) 9:00am-3:00pm □M $140 □NM $145 □M $520 □NM $540 □M $1000 □NM $1040 SAVE!
3 days per week 9:00am-1:30pm □M $155 □NM $160 □M $580 □NM $600 □M $1120 □NM $1160 SAVE! (M/W/F) 9:00am-3:00pm □M $175 □NM $180 □M $660 □NM $680 □M $1280 □NM $1320 SAVE!
5 days per week 9:00am-1:30pm □M $185 □NM $190 □M $700 □NM $720 □M $1360 □NM $1400 SAVE! (M-F) 9:00am-3:00pm □M $200 □NM $205 □ M $760 □NM $780 □M $1480 □NM $1520 SAVE! For Infant Care add $20 to weekly pricing, $80 per session and $160 to 8 week session. Alternate 2 & 3 day options available. Please contact Preschool/Camp office.
Travel Camp (Going into K-2nd grade) Days Times Weekly Session 1: June 14-July 8 8 week Session *check weeks below Session 2: July 11-Aug 5 June 14th-August 5th 5 days per week 9:00am-3:00pm □M $255 □NM $260 □M $980 □NM $1000 □M $1920 □NM $1960 SAVE! (M-F)
Early Bird & Extended Day Options Days Times Weekly Session 1: June 14-July 8 8 week Session *check weeks below Session 2: July 11-Aug 5 June 14th-August 5th EB 7:00am-9:00am $25 $100 $200 3 days per week (M/W/F) ED 3:00pm-6:00pm $30 $120 $240 EB 7:00am-9:00am $35 $140 $280 5 days per week (M-F) ED 3:00pm-6:00pm $40 $160 $320 For Infant Care add $5 to weekly pricing, $20 per session and $40 to 8 week session. Same day Early Bird & Extended Day rate is $10 per hour
* Please check the weeks you would like to register for below: Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 (June 14-17) (June 20-24) (June 27-1) (July 5-July 8) (July 11-15) (July 18-22) (July 25-29) (Aug 1-5) (Aug 8-12) Session 1 Session 2 Mini-Camp
Week 9 Mini-Camp (Aug. 8-12) $185 9am-3pm. Additional fees for Early Bird and Extended Day. See above. Early Bird: ______Extended Day: ______Total mini-camp cost $______
**5% discount on camp fees paid in full by May 13th**
5% sibling discount & 5% teacher discount given. No discount for week 10 mini-camp.
Please return this form and a Non-Refundable Deposit- $50 weekly, $200 for 4 week session or $300 for 8 week session for which your child is enrolling. Make checks or money order payable to: TBTST or Credit Card: Camp Total: ______Discount Amount: ______Amount Due; ______
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Exp _____/______Charge Amount- Camp Balance $ ______or Deposit $______ALL CAMP FEES MUST BE PAID IN FULL PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP. 28 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Tree of Life
The tree has always been a symbol of life and strength in the Jewish tradi- tion. The parts of the tree depend upon one another just as those in need in our community depend upon Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek for help and support.
In the same manner, Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek depends upon the generosity of our community to enable us to continue to provide that support. The Tree of Life is the perfect symbol to allow us to recognize the generous donors who, in turn, help us to continue providing necessary services to our community.
Consider honoring a friend or relative’s birthday, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversary, etc. or using this as a memorial gift. By purchasing a leaf for the Tree of Life, you will not only be helping the Tree to grow, but you will also be helping TBTST to grow, now and in the future. There are gold, silver and bronze leaves available at a price of $180. If you are interested in supporting TBTST, please contact our office and we will gladly assist you. You can also email [email protected] or make your donation online at www.tbtst.org.
Thank you for your donation. Consider TBTST For Your Next CONSIDERSimcha TBTST FOR YOUR NEXT SIMCHA Your next simcha will be one of95 your4-72 family's1-7660 e milestones,xt . 110 a day you will talk about for years to come. You Your next simcha will be one of your family’s wantmilestones, the day to abe day memorable you will talk and about you forwant years to look to back on it fondly. Come and tour our magnificent come. You want the day to be memorable and Socialyou Hall, want our to state-of-the-artlook back on it Kosherfondly. Kitchen, Come and our adjoining Bride's Room, and our beautiful lobby. tour our magnificent Social Hall, our state of the All areart designedKosher Kitchen, with one our idea adjoining – to make Bride’s your Room, simcha at TBTST one that will exceed your standard of excellence.and our beautiful Lobby. All are designed with one idea—to make your simcha at TBTST one that will exceed your standard of excellence. OuOurr Dis Distinguishedtinguished Catering Panel: Catering Panel: Sterling Kosher Caterers Ask for JonathaSterlingn or Av iKosher Caterers 954-680-4787 Old Florida KoAskshe forr C aJonathanterers - 954-680-4787 Ask for Barbara or David 954-561-1877 Diamond Kosher Caterers Ask for Eric 954-438-8Diamond998 Kosher Caterers Ask for Eric - 954-438-8998
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THERE IS MORE THAN ONE WAY TO GIVE TO TBTST
No congregation is immune to the economic environment and so appealing for donations is a way of life. At Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek there are many different opportunities to give and a wide array of funds and channels. We know that many people want to be generous and, for some, that generosity is harder than for others. Some are thinking of how to include TBTST in their plans for the future and beyond.
We have prepared this table to provide some help for you in your planning. Of course, you will want to include your attorney and your financial advisor in the planning if it extends into the future.
Your Gift Objective How to Do It Benefit Outright cash A quick and easy gift Donate cash or via Income tax deduction – can be for a specific credit card (can be on dedication installments) Gift of Securities A quick and easy gift Donate a stock or Avoidance of capital that can designate a bond held in your gains tax on the specific fund account. appreciated security Living trust Make an ongoing Name us as You control the trust revocable gift. beneficiaries of the for your lifetime and asset in the trust – you there is the possibility can either have the of estate tax savings income paid to you or to us Bequest in Will Defer a gift until after Name us in your will A donation exempt your lifetime from federal estate taxes Life Insurance gift Make a large gift with Give us an existing Current income tax little cost to yourself policy or buy a new deduction one, name us as owner and beneficiary Retirement plan gift Avoid the twofold Name us as Avoidance of heavily- taxation on retirement beneficiary of the taxed gift to heirs. plan assets remainder of your assets after your lifetime Charitable lead trust Reduce gift and estate Create a trust that Reduced size of taxes on assets pays a fixed or taxable estate; keeps passing on to heirs variable income to us property in the family for a set term and then passes to heirs Charitable remainder Create a hedge against Create a trust that Immediate income tax trust inflation over the long pays you a percentage deduction and income term of the trust’s assets, for your life that has with the balance paid the potential to to us after your increase lifetime
30 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Rabbi's Discretionary Fund Get Well Jerry Brenman, Nat Rothenberg, Muriel Frank Donor In Honor Of Rolond Del Cid Rabbi Gold Caryn & Alan Dubrow Birth of their grandson, Brayden Thea Gray Misheberach for Deanna & Steven Sagel General Donations Lori & Jerry Brenman Misheberach for Jerry Brenman Donor In Honor Of Renee & Steven Schwartz Misheberach for Melissa Schwartz Mrs. Celia Angress Cantor Jonathan Angress Maurice Shamash Ann Shamash Gail Bushell Minyanaires Hy Siegel General Donation Nancy & Steve Goldberg Jacqui & Barry Montag’s Birthdays Hy Siegel Misheberach for Ruth Taub Hilda & Jerome Klein General Donation Peter Tell Happy Birthday Elaine Lefkowitz Minyanaires Donor In Memory Of Sandra & Steve Rose Jerry Fried’s 90th Birthday David Mandelbaum Florence Suszner Elise & Arnie Semel Engagement of Rebecca Felds & Matthew Zaktzer Elise & Arnie Semel Birth of Brayden Dubrow Philip Singer Charles Sing Elise & Arnie Semel Birth of Judah Simons Donor In Memory Of Elise & Arnie Semel Susan Weinberg Prayer Book Donations Elise & Arnie Semel Jonathan Kaleky Donor In Memory Of Elise & Arnie Semel David Rubin Ava and Jim Phillips Nathan Phillips Linda & Ed Weintraub Elaine Lewis
Howard Leibov & Pamela Leibov The David Rubin Fund for Religious Grossman Memorial Fund School & Early Childhood Center for Donor In Honor Of Sandy & Bernie Leibov General Donation Scholarships & Programming Donor In Honor Of Julie & Kenneth Barr Birth of grandson, Jordan Conner Donor In Memory Of Condolences Julie & Kenneth Barr David Rubin We mourn the loss of long time member Pearl Auerbach Caryn & Alan Dubrow David Rubin TBTST SISTERHOOD David Rubin
Yahrzeit is a Yiddish word, which literally means “time of year” or memorial. Jews of Ashkenazi descent use this term. Sephardim call this commemoration nahala, in Ladino. This custom is widely observed and based on the Jewish tradition of commemorating the death of a relative. All the Yahrzeit rituals are deeply ingrained in the Jewish life. The common rituals that are performed in the honorable memory of the departed soul include reciting the Kaddish prayer and lighting a Yahrzeit candle. Yahrzeit also includes the action of donating charity in memory of a deceased loved one. Through the performance of the mitzvah of tzedakah in the name of the departed, the merit of the deed is shared with the soul of the late relative, as their memory is enhanced. PRAYERS FOR THE SICK If a relative or friend is suffering from an illness, perhaps you would like to recite a special prayer for the speedy recovery of the ailing person. Traditionally, the Hebrew name of the sick person and the Hebrew name of the sick person's mother are mentioned during the prayer. It would be helpful if you would provide us with this information when you make your request. Prayers for the recovery of the sick are customarily accompanied by a gift to a deserving charity. The merit of this kind deed arouses God's mercy and His powers of healing. Although any amount is deemed appropriate on such an occasion, a gift of CHAI - $18 - or multiples of 18 - is particularly fitting when pleading for a person's recovery from sickness. CHAI in Hebrew means life. The two Hebrew letters which constitute the word - CHET and YUD - have the numerical equivalents of eight and ten respectively, together yielding the sum of eighteen. For this reason it has become a custom to give charity in the amount of CHAI when praying for the well-being of a suffering person. Enclosed please find a contribution in the sum of $______Please make a Misheberach (Prayer for the recovery) for: Name (English)______(Hebrew)______Mother's Name (Hebrew)______31 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Yahrzeits MAY NISSAN / IYAR 5776 NAME MAY NISSAN / IYAR 5776 NAME MAY NISSAN / IYAR 5776 NAME
5/2 24 Jacob Goldfarb 5/12 4 Phillip Beekman 5/24 16 Timmy Rabin 5/2 24 Arlene Berlin 5/13 5 Michele Stavis 5/24 16 Berek Rosner 5/2 24 Abraham Altman 5/13 5 Ty Tatarsky 5/24 16 Charles Farber 5/2 24 Richard Rosenblum 5/13 5 Tessie Armel 5/24 16 Sabra Pastina 5/2 24 Nathan Warren 5/13 5 Rose Rosenblatt 5/26 18 Isaac Merzer 5/3 25 Elise Hollinger 5/13 5 Sam Moskowitz 5/26 18 Gertrude Sheldon 5/3 25 Jacob Brinen 5/14 6 Aaron Gol 5/26 18 Edward Fellner 5/3 25 Anna Gevertz 5/14 6 Leonard Gottlieb 5/26 18 Roberta Lefton 5/3 25 Sarah Shulman 5/14 6 Regina Friedman-Sonenklar 5/27 19 Arthur Schwartz 5/4 26 Michael Krantz 5/14 6 Basha Hochman 5/27 19 Pesel Weisshaut 5/4 26 Samuel Borger 5/15 7 Selma Sorkin 5/27 19 Jerome Shapiro 5/6 28 Harold Ebert 5/15 7 Arnold Greenman 5/27 19 Evelyn Moskowitz 5/6 28 Minnie Levine 5/15 7 Isadore Shooster 5/28 20 Arnold Freedman 5/6 28 Samuel Block 5/16 8 Issie Russ 5/28 20 Bessi Lapinsky 5/6 28 Martha Gross 5/16 8 Audré Rothstein 5/28 20 Moshe Vardi 5/7 29 Ester Levine 5/16 8 Paul Olitsky 5/28 20 Rebecca Kaufman 5/7 29 Paula Blatt 5/17 9 Aaron Kahan 5/28 20 Abraham Resnick 5/7 29 Adele Siegel 5/17 9 Allen Schorr 5/29 21 Carol Gottesman 5/7 29 Bill Lovinger 5/18 10 Miriam Danziger 5/29 21 Harry Shooster 5/7 29 Abraham Fox 5/18 10 Milton Intner 5/29 21 Gabriel Jerusalmi 5/7 29 Joseph Workman 5/19 11 Mac Levin 5/29 21 Michele Pastina 5/7 29 Benjamin Krongold 5/19 11 Sol Horwitz 5/29 21 Samuel Cantor 5/8 30 Ivan Saul 5/20 12 Eva Markowitz 5/30 22 Dolores Friedlander 5/8 30 Hymie Mandelman 5/21 13 Anne Askin 5/31 23 Rhoda Sandhouse 5/8 30 Ben Eppy 5/21 13 Sara Gol 5/8 30 Steven Gomez 5/21 13 Herbert Saul 5/8 30 Mary Tager 5/21 13 Seymour Gendal 5/9 1 William Vogel 5/22 14 Louis Klugerman 5/9 1 Reuben Geller 5/22 14 Marvin Schluger 5/9 1 Lillian Altschul 5/22 14 Goldie Sherman 5/9 1 Sylvia Krongold 5/23 15 Gerda Wyckoff 5/10 2 Edwin Tunick 5/24 16 Leonard Sherman 5/11 3 Jacob Eisler
Become an important part of TBTST's Social Action Committee’s Mazon Project
The WECARE community outreach program operates a food pantry that provides over 3,500 bags of groceries each year to our neighbors in need regardless of race, religion, age, gender or nationality. We could not accomplish this important mitzvah if not for the generous donations we re- ceive year round from caring individuals, organizations, schools, synagogues and businesses in our community. Thanks to United Way of Broward County, we are also able to distribute fresh produce to needy people through Project Lifeline. Donations are greatly needed and appreciated to keep our shelves stocked so we can help the many men, women and children needing our services throughout the year. Currently, WECARE provides enough free non-perishable food and fresh produce to prepare over 65,000 meals for our neighbors in need. WECARE also collects small toiletry items, provides free medical equipment loans including wheelchairs, walkers and canes, distributes hand- knitted items to nursing home residents, and collects eyeglasses and hearing aids that are sent to New Eyes for the Needy. Donations of toiletry items and medical equipment are very much appreciated. Facts about Hunger in Broward County According to Million Meals Committee, there are 19 active food pantries in Broward County inclusive of the Soref JCC WECARE Food Pantry, and 4 active food banks. The Broward Regional Health Planning Council, Inc., Food Security Survey Report notes that 44% of all students enrolled in Broward County elementary schools qualify for free and reduced lunches. 15% of 56,873 Broward children live in poverty. 32 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776 Yahrzeit Donations DONOR IN MEMORY OF DONOR IN MEMORY OF
Sy Adler Mother, Eva Adler Jean Plotnicov Husband, Bernard Plotnicov Lee Biel Father, Herman Nessenson Phyllis Riegler-Levich Father, Walter Riegler Carol Bilu Mother, Sylvia Donow Gilda Saul Father, David London Jack Chesler Father, Leon Chesler Beatrice Schwartz Husband, Jack Schwartz Jack Chesler Mother, Lillian Chesler Milton Silber Mother, Rosa Silber Harriet Cohen Husband, Alvin Cohen Carol Sirota Mother, Sayde Schlanger Risa Connolly Father, Bernard Plotnicov Carol Sirota Father, Leo Schlanger Bette Fass Brother, Michael Posner Blanche Sohn Mother-In-Law, Anna Sohn Bette Fass Father, Samuel Posner Austin & Harriet Sonsky Son, Brian Sonsky Minnie Fink Father, Benjamin Rosenberg Austin Sonsky Mother, Miriam Sonsky Nicholas Fleischer Mother, Edith Fleischer Jane &Martha Stieber Mother, Esther Stieber Benjamin Frosch Wife, Marci Frosch Cynthia Watnick Husband, Michael Watnick Bruce Goldfarb Mother, Lillian Goldfar Mindy Zimmerman Mother, Betty Zimmerman Paul Hoffenberg Mother, Rose Offenther Susan Jacob Father, Jack Jacob Lawrence Jaffe Mother, Lorraine Jaffe Lois Kampf Beloved, Gerald Sollender Myra Katcher Father, Sam Wolkofsky Gayle Lieberman Grandfather, Joseph Farber Gayle Lieberman Mother, Betty Jacobson Bernie Leibov Niece, Miriam Pye Susan Levine Father, Meyer Goldberg John Nemon Wife, Sarah Nemon Marcy Nieporent Mother, Evelyn Falk Minna Pasternack Grandfather, Joseph Eiven
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TBTST looks forward to acknowledging significant milestones in the lives of our members. Please notify the Temple Office when you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate. We are constantly updating our records and we want to be timely in offering you a mazel tov.
If you have a family member, or know of a fellow congregant, who is ailing or in the hospital, please notify us as well. The Rabbi tries to visit hospitalized members and we will include them in our Prayers for the Sick (see form elsewhere in this issue.)
When you contact us, please include your phone number and make sure we have your email address. 33 MAY 2016 TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK NISSAN / IYAR 5776
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7:45 am Services 8:30 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:00 am Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 7:30 pm Mincha 9:00 am Hebrew School 6:00 pm Services 4:15 pm Hebrew School 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Aleph Consecration 5:00 pm Services 5:30 pm Lag B'Omer Program 7:30 pm Membership Meeting 6:30 pm Yom HaShoah 6:30 pm Teacher Appreciation 6:00 pm Services Program Dinner CANDLE LIGHTING 7:37 pm 23 NISSAN 24 NISSAN 25 NISSAN 26 NISSAN 27 NISSAN 28 NISSAN 29 NISSAN 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 9:00 am Shabbat Services 8:30 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services YOUTH SHABBAT 5:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 4:15 pm Hebrew School 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 7:45 pm Mincha 7:00 pm Youth Commission 6:00 pm Services ROSH CHODESH Hey Celebration 7:45 pm Bereaved Parents 6:00 pm Lite Meal Meeting 6:30 pm Congregational Mtg. Mother's Day ROSH CHODESH 7:30 pm Temple Board Meeting CANDLE LIGHTING 7:41 pm 30 NISSAN 1 IYAR 2 IYAR 3 IYAR 4 IYAR 5 IYAR 6 IYAR 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 7:45 am Services 8:30 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:00 am Shabbat Services 6:00 pm Services 9:00 am Hebrew School 6:00 pm Services 4:15 pm Hebrew School 1:00 pm Book Club 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Bat Mitzvah Deborah Bender 7:00 pm Sisterhood Last Day Sunday School Last Day Hebrew School 6:00 pm Services Confirmation Service & Lunch at 7:00 pm Men's Club 9:00 am Rap w/Rabbi 6:00 pm Services Rabbi's House 5:00 pm Services CANDLE LIGHTING 7:45 pm Mincha 7:45 pm
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8:30 am Servicesl 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:00 am Shabbat Services 10:00 am Hazak Lecture 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat 7:45 pm Mincha 5:00 pm Services Lag Ba'omer CANDLE LIGHTING 7:48 pm 14 IYAR 15 IYAR 16 IYAR 17 IYAR 18 IYAR 19 IYAR 20 IYAR 29 30 31
9:00 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:00 am Men's Club Breakfast 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 5:00 pm Services Memorial Day Office Closed
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Consider TBTST Rabbi...... Michael Gold Cantor...... Jonathan Angress for Your Next Business Manager...... Sandra Edelboim Simcha Curriculum Coordinator...... Ronit Goldstein Religious Education Coordinator...... Ava Phillips Your next simcha, be it Early Childhood Director...... Sydney Berlin a bar or bat mitzvah, an Youth Director...... Diana Silver anniversary party or a CONGREGATION OFFICERS wedding, will be one of your family’s milestones President...... Amir Watynski – a day you will talk Executive Vice-President...... Valerie Mercado Youth Activities Vice-President...... Jody Glass about for years to come. Membership Vice-President...... Bruce Berkowitz You want the day to be Vice President At Large...... David Berger memorable and you want Treasurer...... Alan Paley to look back on it fondly. Financial Secretary...... Stewart Klawsky Recording Secretary...... Jacqui Montag That is why when we Communications Secretary...... Cheryl Temkin built our new building Immediate Past President...... Nancy Small we created a welcoming facility for catered events. SCROLL STAFF Our magnificent new social hall, our state Associate Editor...... Steven Siegel of the art kitchen, our Associate Editor...... Aleta Wasserman adjoining bride’s room, and our very attractive We welcome letters, comments and contributed material. Please contact lobby have all been The Scroll at [email protected] designed with one idea – to make simchas that are celebrated at TBTST those Important Synagogue Phone Numbers and E-mail Addresses that will meet everyone’s standard of excellence. Main Office...... (954) 721-7660 Our caterers are Early Childhood Center...... (954) 722-9537 dedicated to helping to Temple Fax #...... (954) 720-0967 organize and manage Business Manager, Sandra Edelboim...... ext. 131...... [email protected] your event and to Administrative Assistant, Donna Rosier...... ext. 110...... [email protected] meet your needs and Rabbi Michael Gold...... ext. 123...... [email protected] expectations. Cantor Jonathan Angress...... ext. 116...... [email protected] Please contact our Youth Director, Diana Silver...... ext. 122...... [email protected] Temple Office (954) 721- Curriculum Coordinator, Ronit Goldstein...... ext. 148...... [email protected] Religious Education Coord. Ava Phillips...... ext. 125...... 7600 to obtain more [email protected] Early Childhood Director, Sydney Berlin...... ext. 127...... [email protected] information about our Early Childhood Office...... ext. 126...... [email protected] caterers and our facilities. President, Amir Watynski (voice mailbox) ...... ext. 135...... [email protected] Men's Club, Alan Miller ...... [email protected] Sisterhood, Ellen Feldman...... [email protected] Membership, Bruce Berkowitz...... [email protected] Giftshop...... [email protected] 39 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID FT. LAUDERDALE, FL PERMIT NO. 3820
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