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The Scroll December 2020/January 2021 • KISLEV-TEVET-SHEVAT – 5781 Vol. XXVIIIX • No. 10 5700 N.W. 94 Ave. • Tamarac, FL 33321 954.721.7660 • www.TBTST.org

Stay at Home Ball

Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek cordially invites you to our first Stay at Home Ball formerly the 2020 Winter Gala

Imagine going to a wonderful gala at our beautiful synagogue… What might you have needed? Tickets to attend Corsage/Boutonniere Being an underwriter for the event Limo Rental New gown Babysitter New shoes & Purse to match the gown Placing an ad in the journal Tuxedo Rental

The evening was designed for our members to have fun and enjoy each other’s company while providing much needed funds to help keep our synagogue financially secure. This was a plan that has been stopped short due to Covid-19. Sadly, no more social gatherings for a while. However, our synagogue still has financial needs to keep it running. Won’t you please consider the costs for everything you’ll no longer need for such an event and write a check to TBTST? Any amount will help.

All donors will be listed in our Scroll under the Stay at Home Ball event summary. Don’t miss out on this fabulous opportunity to help our synagogue… while comfortably watching TV in the safety of your home!

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Installation Night

President Bruce Berkowitz, the officers and directors of Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek are proud to present the Temple Officers for 2021 and the members of the Board of Directors that were re-elected.

OFFICERS President - Dr. Bruce Berkowitz Executive Vice President - Alan Dubrow *Vice President Youth - Dr. Elise Leonard *Vice President Membership - Stewart Klawsky *Vice President Finance/Treasurer - Marilynn Levine *Recording Secretary - Jacqui Montag *Financial Secretary - Nancy Small *Communications Secretary - Rhonda Jaffe Immediate Past President - Valerie Preston Mercado

*Re-eleceted

Term-Expired Members Re-elected Jerry Berkowitz Bruce Fletcher Steve Sax Dennis Siegel Nathan Winton

All members of the congregation are invited to sign in to the January Zoom Board of Directors meeting, January 12th at 7:30 PM to witness the Installation of our temple officers and board members. You're welcome to stay on and watch your board "in action" as well! Just use Zoom meeting ID: 894 7459 7592 and Passcode: 766672

2 Rabbi's Message Rabbi Michael Gold [email protected]

Dear Friends, The election is over. Congratulations to President-Elect Joe Biden. I hope you can lead our country forward towards healing. Here was the message I wrote for parshat hayei sara, the week the results were announced. Elections can be nasty affairs, but I do not remember one as nasty as this one in my lifetime. In my tradition, Jews used to frown if someone dates someone out of the faith. Today, Jews frown if someone dates someone from the opposite political party. I have many friends who are Democrats and many friends who are Republicans. I have many friends who voted for former Vice President Joe Biden and many friends who voted for President Donald Trump. I know one thing to be true. The people I know who voted for Biden are not “radical socialists who want to defund the police and outlaw gasoline cars.” The people I know who voted for Trump are not “reactionary racists who want to overturn all gains made by blacks, women, and gays.” The people on both sides are decent Americans who love their country and want the best for America. They may differ on public policies. But there is no room for the name-calling and demonization of people for their political views. Now that the election is over, I would like to throw out a challenge to people on both sides of the political divide. If you voted Democratic, can you defend why someone would choose to vote Republican? If you voted Repub- lican, can you defend why someone would choose to vote Democratic? Can you step aside for a moment to see why someone would support the other side. This is a tradition with a long history in Judaism. Let me share a simple example. According to Jewish law, certain animals such as lizards are ritually tamei (impure). The Talmud speaks of the greatness of one of the leading rabbis, Rabbi Meir. He could find a way to argue the other side, that such an animal was really tahor (pure), and that other pure animals were really tamei (impure). (Eruvin 13b) The Midrash goes even further. In the days of King David, children who had never tasted sin could find forty-nine ways to declare something impure and forty-nine ways to declare that same thing pure. (Leviticus Rabbah 26:2) Obviously, there is some exaggeration here. But the Rabbis are making a point. There is great merit in being able to see both sides of an argument and cogently argue for the other side. Another of the great sages, Rabbi Yohanan, complained bitterly when his brother-in-law Reish Lakish died. (Sadly, he died after they had a bitter fight.) Rabbi Yohanan said that now everybody agrees with him, but when Reish Lakish was alive he would argue with him. The arguments would sharpen his own understanding of the law. The ability to understand what the other side is thinking is also part of the secular study of philosophy. Phi- losophy has its roots in Socratic dialog, where one party would make a point and the other party would argue with that point and make a counterpoint. There is a classic fallacy in philosophy called the ad hominem attack. Instead of arguing with someone’s point of view, one denigrates their character. To call one’s political opponent a radical or a reactionary, an anarchist or a racist, is the worst example of the ad hominem attack. It is the area where political discourse is abandoned, and a brutal nastiness takes over. I think what bothered me most about this election was the lack of kindness in describing one’s political opponent. This week’s Torah portion centers on the search by Abraham’s servant Eliezer to find a proper wife for Abraham’s son Isaac. Eliezer does not look for money or beauty or brilliance when he finds Rebecca. He looks for kindness. The young lady who offers him water, and also offers water to his camels, she will be the appropriate wife for Isaac. Kindness is the central value. I pray that as our nation moves forward, kindness can reenter our political discourse. It begins when we can see the legitimacy of the other side even as we argue passionately for our own side. Shalom, Rabbi Michael Gold PS As Hanukkah begins, still under a pandemic, may we spread light throughout the world. Happy Hanukkah. 3 Cantor's Message Cantor Jenna Kramarow [email protected]

Hanukkah today is referred to as the Festival of Lights, or Chag HaOrim in Hebrew. The length of the 8-day celebration is recorded in the First Book of Maccabees and is affirmed by the Jewish historian Josephus. Josephus lived in Jerusalem in the first century of the Common Era. In his work Antiquities of the Jews, Josephus describes the origins of the holiday we now know as Hanukkah.

“And so Judah and his fellow citizens celebrated the festival of the restoration of the sacrifices of the Temple for eight days, and omitted no sort of pleasure, but everyone feasted upon very rich and splendid sacrifices; and they honored God, and delighted themselves with psalms of praise and the playing of harps. Indeed, they were so very glad at the revival of their customs and, after so long a time, having unexpectedly regained their right to worship, that they made it a law for their posterity that they should keep a festival celebrating the restoration of their Temple worship for eight days. And from that time to this we celebrate this, which we call the Festival of Lights, because, I imagine, beyond our hopes this right was brought to light, and so this name was placed on the festival.”

In Talmudic times, there was related a story of the miracle of finding a small amount of ritually pure oil that beyond expectation burned for eight days. Neither the books of Maccabees nor Josephus, however, tell this story. Josephus also does not describe any ritual lighting of a chanukiah as part of the annual celebration of Hanukkah. This does not necessarily mean that the story of oil and lighting of the chanukiah did not happen. For Josephus, the “miracle of Hanukkah” refers not to burning oil, but from the fact that the right to worship and sacrifice again in the ancient temple was “brought to light” thanks to the courage of the Maccabees.

The year 2020 has been challenging and difficult for many of us. As we head into Chanukah, let us bring in the light. Let it remind us of miracles of the past and bring us courage to fight for our future!

TEMPLE BETH TORAH SHA'ARAY TZEDEK MISSION STATEMENT

Temple Beth Torah Sha'aray Tzedek is a circle of friends anchored in the values of egalitarian, Conservative Judaism. We want to expand our circle by attracting all Jews, young and old, families and singles, to a warm and welcoming congregation of friends. We are here to pray together, to play together, to learn together, and to be there for each other as we face the joys and difficulties of our lives.

4 President's Message Dr. Bruce Berkowitz [email protected]

Friends,

Welcome to December! Why is this month different from all other months? First and foremost, it marks the end of 2020. I don’t know about you – but I’m more than ready for this crazy year to be over and to greet the new year, 2021, with its promise of new beginnings for us all and, hopefully, an ever-brightening light marking the end of the pandemic tunnel.

The months of December and January contain many important dates for me. Joanna and I both celebrate birthdays during these two months as do two of our granddaughters. This January 4th, Joanna and I celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. What better way to mark that occasion then to be visiting our granddaughters in NY!

December also marks the end of a record-breaking hurricane season. As I write this article while watching the fast-moving river that used to be my street, thanks to Tropical Storm Eta, I know I share the feeling with all of you that the end of the 2020 season comes none too soon. Have you noticed that the start of the next hurricane season always seems to arrive way too quickly?

As a kid growing up in NY, I can remember anxiously waiting for that first big snowstorm, sometimes at the end of December, but often in January. Time to dust off the sled and engage in neighborhood snowball fights! When I was older, those months were not as charming. Scraping ice off the windshield, digging out my car after the snowplow buried it – not so much fun. It’s what drove me to head south for my orthopedic surgical training and I haven’t left yet. I’ll take shorts over heavy coats, hats, gloves, boots any day!

Of course, for Jews around the world, December also means it’s time for Chanukah. The “Festival of Lights” has always been one of my favorites. It’s not just for the opportunity to eat way too many latkes (Joanna’s are the best). For me, it’s the flood of memories that come rushing back every year when we light the menorah. From remembering being a little kid and lighting it with my parents and brothers, to watching our girls lighting the menorahs they created in Hebrew School, to lighting the menorah with our granddaughters. Wonderful memories that always bring a smile to my face. And, speaking of smiles, as president of TBTST, I can tell you a holiday like Chanukah, that doesn’t require me to worry about installing video equipment, planning a service during a pandemic, selling virtual tickets, etc. is guaranteed to put a big smile on my face!!

On behalf of the officers and board of directors of TBTST, Joanna and myself, we wish you a Happy Chanukah, and a healthy, happy and safe New Year! Enjoy the cooler temperatures and lower humidity of winter in South Florida.

5 We would like to introduce you to a new payment method TBTST now offers. Venmo is an easy way to remit your payment to TBTST without paying fees. Should you choose this method of payment, here are the instructions to get started.

How to Sign Up and Use Venmo 1. Go to the app store on your Smart Phone, search for Venmo and download the app for Apple or Android (Venmo does not have a Windows app)

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3.Create your account using your name, email address and cell phone number. Create a secure password (between 8 and 32 characters long). A code will be sent to your phone. Enter the code in the Venmo app.

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5. You will want to adjust the Privacy Settings on your app so that no one can see your transactions. Look for the 3 parallel lines in the upper right corner of the app. Touch that to open the main menu. Touch Settings, then touch Privacy. Finally, change the default settings to Private.

6. Once this is done you can start to use your Venmo account to pay TBTST.

7. To make a payment on your app find the Pay or Request button on the home page. The button will either look like this:

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6 Business Manager Sandra Edelboim [email protected]

When we closed the Temple last March, I could not imagine celebrating the Jewish holiday cycle in the manner we have this year. Yet, here we are 10 months later, about to celebrate another holiday under the shadow of Covid-19. This month we will celebrate Chanukah, the Festival of Lights, by lighting our first candle on December 10th. Another step closer to the full cycle of the Jewish calendar, leaving only Tu B’Shevat and Purm separating us from the celebration of Passover. I am sure many of us have missed seeing our grandchildren or attending other family sim- chas. We may have even rethought celebrating a simcha at all. Still I am hopeful and pray that in the coming year there will be vaccines and therapeutics which will save lives and get us back to what we hope will be our normal lives. I am hopeful that the lights of Chanukah will remind us to be optimistic. May they light the way to a safer year. Below, I have assembled Chanukah information that I hope will make your celebration more enjoyable: the three blessings recited on Chanukah, a few recipes that my family and I enjoy, as well as some wonderful Cha- nukah songs and games. I hope you and your family will enjoy them as much as my family and I do. Definition: Chanukah, meaning “dedication” in Hebrew, refers to the joyous eight-day celebration during which Jews commemorate the victory of the Macabees over the armies of Asyrian Greeks in 165 B.C.E. and the following liberation and “rededication” of the Temple in Jerusalem. Today’s celebration of Chanukah centers around the lighting of a Chanukah menorah, eating latkes and jelly doughnuts, singing special songs, playing games, as well as gifts for the children on each night. Chanukah LightingChanukah starts on Thursday night December 10th and the last candle is lit on Thursday night, December 17th.Candles are added to the Chanukiah (menorah) from right to left but are kindled from left to right. The newest candle is lit first. (On the Shabbat of Chanukah, kindle the Chanukah lights first and then the Shabbat candles.) Light the Shamash – the helper candle set higher or lower than all the rest of the candles – using the Shamash to kindle the rest of the Chanukah lights say or sing the blessings. First blessing: הָּכֻנֲח רֵנ קיִלְדַהְל ּונָּוִצְו ויָתֹוְצִמְּב ּונָׁשְּדִק רֶׁשֲא םָלֹועָה ְךֶלֶמ ּוניֵהֹלֱא יָנֹדֲא הָּתַא ְךּורָּב Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-he-nu Me-lech ha-olam a-sher ki-de-sha-nu be-mitz-vo-tav ve-tzi-va-nu le-had-lik ner Cha-nu-kah. Blessed are You, Lord our Gd, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light. Second blessing: הֶּזַה ןַמְּזִּב םֵהָה םיִמָּיַּב ּוניֵתֹובֲאַל םיִּסִנ הָׂשָעֶׁש םָלֹועָה ְךֶלֶמ ּוניֵהֹלֱא יָנֹדֲא הָּתַא ְךּורָּב Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-he-nu Me-lech Ha-olam she-a-sa ni-sim la-avo-te-nu ba-ya-mim ha-hem bi-zman ha-zeh. Blessed are You, Lord our Gd, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time. Third blessing, recited only on the first night (or the first time lighting this Chanukah): הֶּזַה ןַמְּזִל ּונָעיִּגִהְו ּונָמְּיִקְו ּונָיֱחֶהֶׁש םָלֹועָה ְךֶלֶמ ּוניֵהֹלֱא יָנֹדֲא הָּתַא ְךּורָּב Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-he-nu Me-lech Ha-olam she-heche-ya-nu ve-ki-yi-ma-nu ve-higi-a-nu liz- man ha-zeh. Blessed are You, Lord our Gd, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and en- abled us to reach this occasion. 7 RECIPES SOOFGANIYOT (CHANUKAH DOUGHNUTS) Oil for frying • 1/4 cup warm water • 1 tablespoon sugar • 2 packages dry yeast • 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 pound butter • 5 tablespoons sugar • dash salt • 2 eggs lightly beaten • 3 cups all-purpose flour In a heavy pot, heat oil to 350-375 degrees. Combine sugar with water and add yeast. To proof yeast, put in a warm, moist place or put a pot of boiling water in an enclosed space such as the oven or clean, empty dishwasher. While yeast proofs, heat orange juice, butter, sugar, and salt in a small pan. When lukewarm, pour into bowl and add beaten eggs and proofed yeast. Stir to mix. Add flour and make into pliable dough. Knead on floured board or in bowl. Grease bowl and allow dough to rise in a warm, moist place for about a half hour. Punch down. Cut dough in strips or into circles. Place on greased, floured cookie sheet at least one inch apart. Return to warm, moist place to rise. Allow to rise for 20 minutes or longer. Fry in preheated deep fat until nicely browned on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with confectioners sugar or cinnamon and sugar mixture. These may also be served with honey or jam and may be reheated to restore fresh- ness. Yield: 18 - 24, depending on size. ENJOY!

HOMEMADE POTATO LATKES 6 Potatoes • 2 Eggs • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1 small onion grated • 2 Tablespoons flour 1/4 cup oil for frying Peel and grate potatoes and onion, spread on a clean dish towel and squeeze as much liquid out as possible. Mix all ingredients together except oil. Pour oil into frying pan and heat. Drop potato mixture by tablespoon onto frying pan. Fry latkes until golden brown, and then turn and cook other side. Serves 6. Serve with applesauce.

Chanukah Songs Oh Chanukah, Oh Chanukah Oh Chanukah, oh Chanukah, come light the Menorah. Let’s have a party, we’ll all dance the Hora. Gather round the table, we’ll give you a treat, Sevivon to play with, levivot to eat. And while we are playing, the candles are burning low. One for each night, they shed a sweet light to remind us of days long ago. One for each night, they shed a sweet light to remind us of days long ago. Oh Chanukah, oh Chanukah, festival of joy. A very special holiday for every girl and boy. Spin the whirling dreidels all week long. Eat the sizzling latkes, sing a happy song. Now light them tonight then, the flickering candles in a row. Retell the wondrous story of G-d in all Her glory, and dance by the candles’ cheery glow. Retell the wondrous story of G-d in all His glory, and dance by the candles’ cheery glow.

Sevivon, Sov, Sov, Sov

Se-vi-von, sov, sov, sov, cha-nu-kah hu chag tov. Cha-nu-kah hu chag tov, se-vi-von, sov, sov, sov.

Chag sim-cha hu la-am, nes ga-dol ha-ya sham. Nes ga-dol ha-ya sham, chag sim-cha hu la-am.

8 Youth Group Diana Silver, Youth Director [email protected]

As I have said before, this quarantine is still ongoing. While some of us want to travel and others want to go out in a safe manner, we are still aware that might not be as possible as we’d hoped for. While taking this pandemic in mind, our youth group was able to have a successful outdoor, station-separated program while seeing one another safely. I don’t know about the other members, but I loved that feeling of normalcy again.

As time continues, we can’t put our lives on pause, but that doesn’t mean one should go out and be in big groups of people in an unsafe situation. Regularly, by this time of the year, we Zoe Horowitz would’ve had our Arvot Subregional Convention. Instead, it was decided that all subregional, regional, and international conventions/events are cancelled. In lieu of International Convention, normally held during winter break, a virtual international convention to further provide safety for all staff and USYers is being held. During this week in a normal year, USY kids from around the country and Canada meet up and have the time of their lives. This year International USY is offering IC Everywhere - Connect from Anywhere on December 27-30. Throughout the four days, USY will be offering leadership training, listening to speakers, mixers, making friends (virtually) from around the world, exploring their Jewish identity, and so much more. The cost for this amazing week is $274.

In November, USY, Kadima, Pre Kadima and Matchilim all had two virtual Zoom programs. These virtual programs, along with outdoor, in-person programs have given me a sense of hope for the future with our youth group. These tough times have influenced new technological advances within our USY organization and our chapter altogether. I hope you all have a great time at these upcoming events, and Happy Hanukkah to everyone! I can’t wait for the new year; it’s going to be even better than this one!

KEEP CALM AND SCHMOOZE WITH SISTERHOOD WEEKLY SCHMOOZE SESSIONS Read anything good? Eat anything good? Watch anything good? A time to share, to connect, to see & hear each other! Tuesday 10 am Meeting ID: 823 8474 9885 – Passcode: SchmoozeTU Note: Wednesday Schmooze sessions have been suspended until further notice.

9 Early Childhood News Ronit Goldstein, Early Childhood Director [email protected]

On the 25th of the month of Kislev we will light the first candle of Chanukah. Traditionally, families and friends will gather to celebrate the Jewish victory over the Greeks. This year, due to the pandemic, large gatherings are not encouraged. Our sages determined that there was only one miracle in the story of Chanukah and that is of the oil. The question raises as to why our sages didn’t view the victory of few over many as a miracle? The answer lies within what is perceived as culturally expected or unexpected. According to our sages, Jews kept resisting and fighting while observing their faith, and therefore, it was assumed that at one point of time they will win. However, oil that would last for eight days – that was unexpected – a true miracle. The miracle of light.

The significance of light can take us back to the first day of creation when God created the light and separated it from darkness. Light symbolizes hope, life, warmth. The world needs light to survive. We are living in times of uncertainty where not always can we find the light to keep our hopes up. As we celebrate Hanukkah, it is important that we all take a step back and search for our inner light, our passion. It is time to take a small step forward in making the lives around us shine brighter. Whether you go jogging with a friend, helping an elderly person, or simply embrace loved ones. Light brings hope that everything is going to be alright not only today, but in the future as well. A flower can’t grow in a dark room and no human can grow in darkness. So, let’s take that next step to teach our next generation the importance of the light and provide them with strong foundations to a brighter future.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Early Childhood educators. Our families are truly blessed to have such a dedicated group of educators. Their heart and soul are with our students and their families. The love and support they provide our students with are priceless. Our school has become a second home and this present atmosphere is the foundation to our Shul’s future. May the Hanukkah candles bring light and happiness to our homes. May friendships and family ties grow stronger as together we enjoy the warmth of the candles’ light.

Help our PSO Current ongoing fundraiser: BOX TOPS are virtual now! No more clipping! Visit the Apple App store on your phone or Google Play Store to download the Box Tops App. Simply upload a photo of your receipt to the app and our school will collect box tops!

Please help us grow by sharing the following links with your family and friends: Website: www.tbtst-ecc.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TbtstECC/?ref=bookmarks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbtst_ecc/ December/January Important dates: Nov. 2nd - PSO Meeting Nov. 10th – First night of Chanukah Nov. 11th - @ 5:00 p.m. Zoom Chanukah celebration. Nov. 21st – Jan. 1st, 2021 – Winter Break – SCHOOL IS CLOSED

Jan. 6th - PSO Meeting Jan. 18th – MLK – SCHOOL IS COLSED Jan. 27 – Tu Bishvat – Special Program

10 Religious School News Alysha Goldstein Erez, Religious School Director [email protected]

Using the book, The Alef-Bet of Jewish Values, I try to share a Jewish value with the students to think about for the week ahead. One of the values that I believe we can hold dear at this time is the value of Torah. Torah). There is no) הָרוֹּתTav is the last letter in the Alef-Bet, but is the first letter in the word“ end or beginning to Torah in Jewish life…Torah is seen as the greatest treasure of the Jewish people…We cherish the Torah because it contains the historical experiences and the moral teachings of Judaism…New ideas are learned each time the Torah is retold.“

The Jewish value of studying and appreciating the Torah can be applied to these past few months in so many ways. In one sense the Torah is an object that stays in the ark in the synagogue and is only taken out when read. When read, it shares with us the history and lessons of our people. Every time the Torah is read, we understand a different perspective of the history and values contained within. Since that is only usually 3 days a week, the rest of the time the Torah lays unused. However, every time the Torah is read, we can learn something new. Whether it’s hearing a portion not heard in many years or understanding a parsha with new insight, something new is gained every time the Torah is shared with the congregation.

While this may seem like a stretch, think about how this experience has played out within our own homes. Think about an item or photo that has special meaning for you; a treasure in your home. Maybe it’s a mixer that’s used to make your grandmother’s favorite recipe or a photo of a family trip outdoors. These are items that when we use them, bring us joy and spark conversation. In addition, they can provide us with new experiences such as a slight taste difference of the food we are making, or a new story about someone in the family photo. We may not have taken these items out as often in the past few months since we’ve had other priorities, but when we do, their impact doesn’t lessen. This time of the pandemic where many families have been home together more often, has also allowed for a writing of current history… Rabbi Jonathan Sacks wrote,

“There is a profound difference between history and memory. History is his story—an event that happened sometime else to someone else. Memory is my story—something that happened to me and is part of who I am”.

Taking this thought to heart during this time of living in a pandemic, I believe that we are all a part of history and are all creating our own memory of this time. I invite you to share it with your family members…take some time to think about how your family has grown in certain ways…like the Jewish people did at key points in our history as outlined in the Torah, (banishment from the Garden of Eden, the seeking of new lands for our people, exodus from Egypt, etc). Discuss how you will remember this time when you look back at it years from now. Will you look at it as a time of strife or a gift of time with loved ones? Will you have used the time to grow and improve yourself or did you take some time to take a break from the routine and appreciate the smaller details of life? There are no right answers to the questions above just like there are no right ways to interpret the Torah. We each learn what we are supposed to when we hear the Torah. Overall, as Jews we are all connected to the Torah and as humans we are all connected to the current pandemic…how we remember the lessons learned will depend upon the history written and the memories made!

Wishing you a great end of the year and an incredible beginning of 2021! 11 Sisterhood Helaine Norman, Sisterhood President sisterhood @TBTST.org

2020 is The Year of the Nurse and the 200th anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth. How relevant is that this year! Throughout this Covid-19 pandemic, we have witnessed individuals in various positions of work we never thought of as heroes before that truly have shown the world their value, the many types of essential workers. But, I would like to focus and acknowledge in this article the great contribution of nurses and their noble profession. I know of at least one nurse in our Sisterhood. There may be more. They truly are the epitome of chesed (loving kindness). Nurses risk their lives as they spend the most care-time treating their patients both physically and emotionally. From Shifrah and Puah mentioned in our Torah throughout history women have been nurses and midwives. The majority of nurses (nurturers of family and society) are still women although more and more men are choosing the profession. One nursing organization says their profession is the “glue that holds a patient’s health care journey together… an art and science, a heart and a mind.” Their profession has been voted consistently for nearly two decades the No. 1 most honest and ethical profession - a testament to the trust it has gained from society. If you are a Sisterhood member with a February birthday you will get to know Sylvia Blum and her congenial personality soon. Congratulations to Sylvia in her new position as our newest Sisterhood Liaison! Happy Hanukkah and Happy New Year from Sisterhood! I want to thank all of you whose generosity made the Jewish children who would not have otherwise had Hanuk- kah gifts this year get the store gift cards and feel some one cared enough to do so. May the miracle of Hanukkah lights bring with it healing, a renewal of physical togetherness (b’yachad) and as we enter 2021 hope for an end to the pandemic. Sisterhood Board 2021 TU B’SHVAT FARMERS MARKET President – Helaine Norman Sunday, January 24, 2020 VP Executive – Helene Herman 10 am to 2 pm VP Membership – Caryn Dubrow In the TBTST Parking Lot Co-VP Programming – Barbara Brodsky & Bonnie Turtz TBTST Sisterhood invites everyone to join us in celebrating Corresponding Secretary – Open Tu B’Shvat, the New Year of the Trees, as we continue to Recording Secretary – Barbara Eisensmith nurture our temple and Jewish heritage. Treasurer – Robyn Laufer Immediate Past President – June Fletcher Vendors will be selling live plants, face masks, produce By-Laws Chair – Sheila Ader and other items. A part of sales will go to TBSTS Sister- Handbook Editor – Linda Broido hood’s support of various temple projects. Sisterhood Sisterhood Database Mgr – Eileen Edelman will be selling Judaica from our Gift Shop which has been Women’s League Board Rep – Jody Glass closed since March. This is your opportunity to stock up Sisterhood Shabbat – Sherry Klawsky for Passover and more. Women’s League Educational Rep – Jacqui Montag MASKS MUST BE WORN IN THE PARKING LOT AND SO- Scholarship Chair – Ellen Sax CIAL DISTANCING MUST BE OBSERVED. Schmooze Leader – Aleta Wasserman Board Member – Audrey Winderman For information, contact: Caryn Dubrow, (954) 234-4476, Board Member – Melanie Kaleky [email protected] Hebrew School Liaison – Melanie Farber 12 What I’ve learned from Covid – 19

I have learned that I can stay home. During the early weeks I was pretty much afraid to leave my house. I have learned that it’s not so difficult to wear a face mask. I even have an array of pretty ones to coordinate with my outfits. I have learned that I do love cooking. We have spent so much less money dining out. I have learned to appreciate nature more I added some bird feeders and en- j o y watc h i n g t h e b i rd s s wo o p i n to fe e d a n d e ve n ta ke a b at h i n my p o o l s p a . I have learned how to ZOOM! My first attempt was terrible, but with the help of some friends I have become quite proficient. I h av e l e a r n e d t h a t T BT S T h a s ta ke n e v e r y s t e p t o e n s u re o u r h e a l t h a n d s a fe t y. Zoom services are really quite nice. I have learned that TBTST’s Sisterhood is the best group of women. I took over as Membership VP during the pandemic. I quickly started reaching out to our members. I have wonderful liaisons always eager to help make phone calls and check up on how our members are doing. We have been having our Sisterhood board meetings on Zoom, Book Club meets on Zoom, Schmooze meets on Zoom, we will also be having our study group with Dr. Sandra Lilienthal on Zoom. We are all becoming experts on Zoom. Sad as it is that we have to meet this way, I have learned how resilient our members are. We are always there for each other, check- ing to see if there is anything we can do to help. I do know that not all of our female temple members have chosen to join Sisterhood; but I’d like to remind you that during this pandemic, it is really a great way to stay connected. We even have some women that have joined Sisterhood that are not temple members. Please let me know if you are interested in joining Sisterhood or if you have any friends that you would like to ask to join us. It’s never to late and we have so many wonderful ways to involve our sisters. Virtual Hugs, Caryn Dubrow , VP Membership

TBTST Sisterhood 5th Annual Study Group led by Dr. Sandra Lilienthal via Zoom

Great Rabbis and Scholars

This year, our group will be exploring the great rabbis and scholars who have helped shape Judaism.

The Study Group began on Tuesday, October 20 at 7:00 pm via Zoom. The program cost is $40.00 for all 7 sessions, open to paid-up Sisterhood members. Unsure of your current status? Check with Caryn Dubrow, Sisterhood VP of Membership, [email protected].

The monthly Tuesday night series is scheduled via Zoom as follows:

• November 17th Maimonides • March 16th Martin Buber • January 19th Baal Shem Tov • April 20th Mordechai Kaplan • February 16th Moses Mendelsohn • May 18th Avraham Yehoshua Heschel

*dates are subject to change

Payments should be mailed to TBTST, Attention: Sisterhood, 5700 NW 94th Avenue, Tamarac FL 33322 or or paid via Venmo to [email protected]

Questions? Please contact Jody Glass, [email protected], call 954-263-6778 or Helene Herman, [email protected], call 954-597-8775. . 13

Men's Club Aubrey Harley – President [email protected]

Shalom & Greetings Everyone! While watching my cat Taylor sleep peacefully beside me on the sofa, I could not help but muse to myself (peculiarities of the English language aside), you lucky dog you, not a care in the world. Unfortunately, we humans do not have the luxury of this oblivious existence. Here we are, close to a year, and we are still grappling with a menacing global pandemic, but life goes on and so must we. In these worrisome times, it is challenging to find or witness something that will put a smile on our faces. I found such an occasion recently with Shabbat Chaiya Sarah. Aided by technology and dedicated, hardworking members, the TBTST Men’s Club demonstrated that their commitment to Judaism, a love of Torah and Shabbat observance was not going to be hindered by a pandemic. As its President, I could not be prouder of this organization. There is the expression: “What the mind can conceive, it can achieve.” This empowering “Let’s do this” mind-set of the Men’s Club is commendable and stands as proof that the afore- mentioned expression is not meaningless, empty words. COVID-19 was not going to deter the Club’s resolve to honor our nation’s Veterans on its annual Men’s Club Shabbat. I extend grateful thanks to the following dedicated Men’s Club members whose contributions made for a successful Men’s Club Shabbat. Regrettably, Rabbi Gold was sidelined and could not participate but was invaluable in its planning and eventual execution. Thank you, Rabbi!! D r . B r u c e B e r k o w i t z – C o n d u c t i n g S e r v i c e s ( P a g e c a l l e r , E n g l i s h p r a y e r s , a l l o t h e r i n c i d e n t a l s ) Rabbi Michael Cain – Preliminary Service, P’sukei D’Zimra, Torah reader Nat Levine – Shacharit and Torah Service Rabbi Steve Fink – Gabbai, Maftir-Haftorah, Ashrey, Misheberach, Rosh Kodesh blessing David Jaspan – Gabbai, Musaf, Kiddush Larry Gerson – Hagbah, Bema duty Alan Paley – Keynote address as National Vice Commander of Jewish War Veterans (J.W.V.) Dr. Alan Miller – Message (Perspective as a Veteran Navy Medical Officer) Aubrey Harley – Message (Perspective as a Veteran Navy Petty Officer)

Coincidentally, although the Men’s Club Shabbat was void of women participation, it ironically fell on a Parsha (Chaiya Sarah) that highlights two stalwart women of our people. The passing of Sarah and the marriage of Rebecca. Additionally, in my delivery, I pointed out the significant role that women now have in our Armed Forces, to the extent that across all branches, there are no gender restrictions to service. It is clear then that today duties as Officers, Airmen, Sailors and Soldiers transcends just being men. That said, I would like to reit- erate these penetrating words of General Douglas MacArthur: “The Soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the Soldier that must suffer and bear the deepest wounds.” Right now, we are all Soldiers of sorts as w e c o n ti n u e t o fi g h t o u r w a y t h r o u g h t h e C O V I D - 1 9 p a n d e m i c . M a y w e e m e r g e w i t h f e w a n d s h a l l o w w o u n d s. Aubrey ****************************************************************************************** Our scheduled meeting forDecember will be on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 7:00 pm. (VIA ZOOM). Please check the weekly Chi-Lites or the Temple calendar for any set future programs or events. A fund raiser event is in the works. We will keep you posted by Email. Meanwhile, keep safe…stay healthy!! ******************************************************************************************

14 Simcha Section Engagement

Steve and Amy Weinberg announce the engagement of their daughter, Sydney to Brandon Paub

Marriage

Ilene Rubin proudly announces the marriage of her daughter, Tiffany to Bryan Kofsky

Births Bruce and Joanne Berkowitz welcome their granddaughter, Eve Nessa.

Micheal and Anita Fischler welcome granddaughter, Lauryn Simms.

Dolores Friedman welcomes great granddaughter, Lauryn Simms.

Mark and Stacey Gendal welcome grandchild, Sylvia Bea Goldstein, born to Jared and Rosalind Goldstein.

Janie and Allen Levine welcome grandson, Evan Chase Sobel, born to Lauren and Brad Sobel.

THE READER'S CORNER BOOK CLUB

Reader's Corner Book Club

We continue to adapt to today's technology with lively discussions via Zoom. Our plans for December and January are: Wednesday December 16 @ 1:00 PM "Becoming Eve" by Abbey Chava Stein • Wednesday January 13 @ 1:00 PM "Royal" by Danielle Steele Any Synagogue member who would like to join us is welcome. Please contact me for Zoom information. Chanukah begins the evening of December 10 with the first candle. Enjoy! David Jaspan, [email protected]

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Join TBTST Sisterhood at a Zoom Lecture

SECRETS OF THE SHANGHAI GHETTO with Helene Herman Wednesday, January 6, 2021 @7:00 pm

$10 Per Person

RSVP by Jan. 3 to Helene Herman Email [email protected] Call or Text (917) 204-9517

Mail checks, payable to TBTST Sisterhood to:

Helene Herman, 9511 Weldon Circle, G407, Tamarac FL 33321

Venmo* to Sisterhood: [email protected] (Enter “Shanghai “in the “What's it For” field.)

Questions? Call (917) 204-9517 or email [email protected]

* if paying by Venmo, please send Helene your email address to receive the Zoom link.

TBTST Sisterhood Shanghai Ghetto Lecture, Wednesday Jan. 6th, 2021 , 7 pm

RSVP by Monday, January 3rd, $10 per person, payable to TBTST Sisterhood. Mail check to: Helene Herman, 9511 Weldon Cir., G407, Tamarac FL 33321 or pay by Venmo: [email protected]

Name: ______cell #______Email*______

* Your email is REQUIRED to process this event registration.

17 18 How Do I ZOOM & LIVESTREAM TBTST Services???

ZOOM All our Minyan, Friday Night Services and Saturday Shabbat Services can be seen virtually by way of ZOOM. If you go to www.zoom.us, you can find a wealth of instructions and videos on the "how to" of Zoom. For all ZOOM services, our sign on will remain 817 806 5357. Our password is 261501. Check the Calendar in the back of the Scroll for Service times. LIVESTREAM

There are two ways to access the live stream broadcast, the StreamSpot player or youtube. StreamSpot You can access the live stream broadcast from our sanctuary by going to the temple website, www.tbtst.org.

Scroll down the main page and click on the “Live Stream our Services” button. This will open up the StreamSpot player. Click on the arrowhead in the center of the player.

Click on the double arrow in the lower right corner of the player (under our logo) to expand the image to full screen.

Another method of reaching the Streamspot player is type the following URL address in your browser’s window: https://venue.streamspot.com/7a488e3c and press Return.

YouTube The broadcast can also be found on the temple’s YouTube channel. If you have a YouTube app on your television, this would be a way to watch the service on your TV rather than on a computer or tablet. open the YouTube app go to www.youtube.com on on your television OR your computer Type: TBTST main into the search box and click on the magnifying glass. (Please note: there is a space between TBTST and main)

Click on the image The live stream broadcast The live stream broadcast with the TBTST logo. logo will look like this will look like this

19 Create A Jewish Legacy at TBTST Creating your own Jewish legacy ensures your passions and the Jewish values you cherish will continue beyond your lifetime. Learn how the Life & Legacy program makes it easy and affordable to preserve and strengthen programs and organizations YOU care about that support Jewish life today and for generations to come – and potentially enjoy tax benefits.

Expressing Your Intent It’s easy to create your own personal legacy. Start by signing a simple letter of intent, a non-binding promise to leave a gift in the future to the organization(s) of your choice. With a legacy gift you can still take care of your family while also leaving something to preserve the programs and organizations that you care about. Most legacy gifts are simple designations in a will, retirement account or life insurance policy. Consult your financial adviser regarding these or other planned gifts. Confirming Your Gift Legacy gifts have increasingly become part of future planning when individuals and families meet with their financial, insurance and legal advisers. Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek and participating organizations in The Life & Legacy program can help facilitate your philanthropic planning by offering access to investment options such as gift annuities and donor advised funds. Let us know if you have already worked with a financial adviser to include supporting them in your plans. If you designate one of the Life & Legacy participating organizations, they may earn an additional financial incentive.

There are many ways, including making a bequest in a will or trust; naming the organization of your choice as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy, IRA, or pension fund; giving a gift of cash or assets; setting up a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust. Please consult your professional adviser to determine which method of giving is best for you. Be remembered forever by Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek……. Create a Legacy gift in your will, trust, retirement account or life insurance policy…… ask me how!

Legacy Circle Members: Dr. Joanna & Dr. Bruce Berkowitz, Jerry Berkowitz, Jack Chesler*, Diana Coran*, Caryn & Alan Dubrow, Sandra Edelboim, June Fletcher, Eileen Froehlich, Mortimer A. Geisler*, Rhonda & Lawrence Jaffe, David Jaspan, Scott Kerniss, Dr. Elise Leonard & Dr. Arnie Semel, Jacqueline & Dr. Barry Montag, Alan Paley, Ava & Dr. James Phillips, Steven Siegel, Dorothy & Morris Small*, Nancy & Mitchell Small, Cheryl Temkin, Richard Warren *Deceased

20 Tree of Life

The tree has always been a symbol of life and strength in the Jewish tradition. 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.

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21 Dear Ladies of Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek’s Sisterhood, I am writing to invite you as a member of our synagogue to share in the important role that we play in assuring the continued strength and vibrancy of our Conservative / Masorti Jewish Community by asking you to support the 2020 -2021 Torah Fund Campaign. The Conservative / Masorti movement has 5 outstanding, innovative Seminaries of higher learning around the world! Now more than ever we need to invest in the education of the talented future professionals who will teach our children, lead us in prayer, counsel us in times of need, lead our camps, our youth groups, our synagogues, our schools, our social service agencies and so much more. Torah Fund raises more than $1 million dollars annu- ally for student scholarships and our Sisterhood consistently raises or surpasses its goal. This year’s theme is B’Yachad, which means Together. Last Year’s Pin was Chesed, expressing acts of loving kindness. During this most unusual time of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the pins may come a little later than usual. So, until they arrive, we ask you to please continue wearing your Chesed pin. We women B’Yachad, Together have an opportunity to show our community the Heart of Kindness that is so important in our families, our community and world-wide. As a thank you for your minimum donation of $180, you will receive the beautiful Torah Fund pin as a gift. For higher contributions, the pin will be adorned with a jewel (Guardian – Pearl; Associate Patron –Ruby; Patron – Diamond; Scholarship Patron – Emerald). Remember, gifts of all sizes are welcome. Please complete the form below to let us know how you will express your Chesed on behalf of the students at our Seminaries that will be recipients of the scholarship dollars raised by Torah Fund. Thank you very much for your support of Torah Fund. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Warmest regards, Hedy Gordon 561-968-7324 [email protected] Torah Fund Chairperson

TORAH FUND……WOMEN ENSURING CONSERVATIVE/MASORTI JEWISH EDUCATION PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN the following form to me at: 7717 Coral Colony Way,* Lake Worth, FL 33467 NAME______PHONE#______ADDRESS______CITY______STATE______ZIP______EMAIL ADDRESS______I WISH TO MAKE A PLEDGE FOR: ____ $180 BENEFACTOR ____ $300 GUARDIAN ____ $600 ASSOCIATE PATRON ____ $1,200 PATRON ____ $2,500 SCHOLARSHIP PATRON _____ $5,000 KETER KOVOD $______OTHER DONATION (ALL AMOUNTS APPRECIATED) ______I WILL FULFILL MY PLEDGE IN INSTALLMENTS. AMOUNT ENCLOSED $______

PLEASE MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE TO TORAH FUND

Or pay directly by credit card to: https://secure2.convio.net/jts/site/Donation2?idb=1826565293&df_id=1481&mfc_pref=T&1481.donation=form1

22 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. TBTST 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 Donations 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. Get Well Rabbi's Discretionary Fund Jeremy Klawsky Donor In Honor Of Steve Baron Misheberach said on behalf of Milton Schwartz Joanna and Bruce Berkowitz General Donation General Donations Katz Family Meadow Ava Tunis’ Baby Naming Donor In Honor Of Bruce Fletcher His honors Joanna and Bruce Berkowitz The birth of our granddaughter, Eve Nessa Joanne Friedman Unveiling of husband, Marty Friedman Abby and Michael Brodie Birth of Erin & Tyler Cafferty’s son, Avery Benjamin Natalie Godin Rabbi, Cantor, and Andy Susman for Zoom Shabbat Serv. Caryn and Alan Dubrow Bruce & Joannna Berkowitz’s granddaughter, Rochelle Haber Services done for her father by Rabbi Gold Eve Nessa Lawrence and Jacklyn Lerner Misheberach said on behalf of Jackie Caryn and Alan Dubrow Jeff & Barbara Eisensmith becoming grandparents Allen Levine Eisensmith’s new grandchild, Avery Cafferty Caryn & Alan Dubrow Howard & Karen Brenker’s new Grandson Freda Mammina Appreciation of Services Lori & Jay Eisenberg Birth of Erin & Tyler Cafferty’s son, Avery Benjamin Maxine and Jeff Merlin Appreciation of baby naming for granddaughter Minyanaires General Donation Bruce Fletcher Honors Sidney and Sylvia Pachter General Donation David Jaspan Aliyah Gilda Saul Misheberach Janie and Alan Levine Birth of Erin & Tyler Cafferty’s son, Avery Benjamin Hy Siegel Misheberachs Evy and Stu Lenoff Birth of Erin & Tyler Cafferty’s son, Avery Benjamin Austin and Harriet Sonsky Yahrzeits Zelda Litt Nat & Marilynn Levine Ruth Spectre Misheberach Sandy Glazer & Mindy Zimmerman Daily Minyan Via Zoom Joan Waldman Yahrzeits Janet Goldberg McEnery Nathan & Selina Goldberg Laurie Workman General Donation Alan Paley & Jane Wasserman irth of Erin & Tyler Cafferty’s son, Avery Benjamin Mindy Zimmerman Misheberach Laurie Workman Mindy Zimmerman for all she does Mindy Zimmerman Misheberach William Parness Michael Moskowitz Mindy Zimmerman Misheberach Mindy Zimmerman Misheberach said on her behalf Donor In Memory Of Joanna & BruceBerkowitz Dr. James Phillips Donor In Memory Of Caryn & Alan Dubrow Dr. James Phillips Jay Eisenberg Aunt, Ruth Cohen-Feingersch Caryn & Alan Dubrow Fernando Kostzer Rochelle Haber Father, Isaac Habib Sandra Edelboim Dr. James Phillips Beverly Klein Hixon Yetta Klein Jerome Korotzer Mother, Kate Korotzer Lori & Jay Eisenberg Dr. James Phillips Sandy and Bernie Leibov Anne Meland Barbara & Jeff Eisensmith Dr. James Phillips Arlene and Samuel Maisus Anna Steinberg Dolores Friedman Dr. James Phillips David Pinchevsky Alta Pinchevsky Mr. & Mrs. Paul Gallner Dr. James Phillips Linda and Larry Schneider Son, Brett Aaron Schneider Jody & Danny Glass Dr. James Phillips Walter and Glenda Simon Helen Kranzler and Herbert Kranzler Helene Herman Ruth Bader Ginsberg Nancy Marks Small Dorothy Small David Jaspan Dr. James Phillips Hy Siegel Shirley Siegel Melanie & Marvin Kaleky Dr. James Phillips Hy Siegel Hanna and Harry Siegel Stuart & Evy Lenoff Dr. James Phillips Hy Siegel Benny and Mrs. Goetz Sandy Glazer & Mindy Zimmerman Dr. James Phillips Suzanne and Dennis Siegel Shirley Siegel to Honor Her Soul on Occasion Alan Paley & Jayne Wasserman Dr. James Phillips of Her Yahrzeit Madeleine & Joel Policzer Dr. James Phillips Sandy Glazer & Mindy Zimmerman Barry Mendelson Dr. & Mrs. Ben Reiter Dr. James Phillips Elise & Arnie Semel Dr. James Phillips Marion Stendon Dr. James Phillips Howard Heller Pre- School Fund Mr. & Mrs. Robert Tropp Dr. James Phillips Donor In Honor Of Julie & Amir Watynski Dr. James Phillips Stu & Evy Lenoff Howard & Karen Brenker’s new Grandson Stu & Evy Lenoff Jeff Gordon’s marriage The David Rubin Fund for Religious School & Early Childhood Center for Scholarships & Programming Prayer Book Donations Donor In Memory Of Donor In Memory Of Caryn & Alan Dubrow Jake Rubin Ava Phillips Nathan Phillips Mr. & Mrs. Nat Levine Natalya Dubinchik Stuart & Evy Lenoff Jim Phillips Cantor's Discretionary Fund Donor In Honor Of Alys and Steven Daniels Cantor Kramarow

23 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. TBTST 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 Donations 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.

Howard Leibov & Pamela Leibov Matthew Montag Memorial Fund Grossman Memorial Fund Donor In Honor Of Jacqui & Barry Montag The Minyanaires Donor In Honor Of Jacqui & Barry Montag The Minyanaires Bernie & Sandy Leibov Bruce Berkowitz Jacqui & Barry Montag Jeff & Barbara Eisensmith becoming grandparents Bernie & Sandy Leibov Dianne Soloman’s friendship Jacqui & Barry Montag Jeff & Barbara Eisensmith’s Grandson, Avery Benjamin Bernie & Sandy Leibov Sharon Rosenthal’s 1 year cancer free Bernie & Sandy Leibov Julie Grossman’s 21 Birthday Donor In Memory Of Bernie & Sandy Leibov Rabbi Gold Jacqui & Barry Montag The memory of Matthew Montag Bernie & Sandy Leibov Cantor Kramarow Jacqui and Barry Montag The memory of Dr. Jim Phillips Bernie & Sandy Leibov Ellen Sax’s friendship Condolences Bernie & Sandy Leibov Ashley Metzelar’s 23 Birthday Ava Phillips and family mourns the loss of her Donor In Memory Of Bernie & Sandy Leibov Anne Meland beloved husband, Dr. Jim Phillips Bernie & Sandy Leibov Dr. Jim Phillips Bernie & Sandy Leibov Daniel Solomon We mourn the loss of Edith Zutler

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 receive 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.

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- sick ness. CHAI in Hebrew means life. The two Hebrew letters which constitute the word CHET- and YUD - have the numeri- cal 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)______

24 One of the most beautiful and meaningful customs of the Jewish people is remembering those we have lost by memorializing our beloved through acts of Tzedakah and by saying Yahzreits Kaddish. The following Yahrzeits will be acknowledged and Kaddish will be said during Shabbat Services on the dates below.

KISLEV-TEVET 5781 NAME KISLEV-TEVET 5781 5781 NAME TEVET-SHEVAT 5781 NAME TEVET-SHEVAT 5781 NAME 12/1 15 Roslyn Bier 12/15 29 Abbie Rose 1/1 17 Arthur Levison 1/19 6 Beatrice Scheer 12/1 15 Judith Schorr 12/15 29 Sally London 1/1 17 Milton Gevertz 1/19 6 Berek Engel 12/2 16 Jason Chehova 12/16 1 Eva Laufer 1/1 17 Moshe Goldstein 1/19 6 Osias Hutt 12/2 16 Jack Rosenblatt 12/16 1 Joseph Fried 1/2 18 Muriel Werksman 1/19 6 Barry Kramarow 12/2 16 Samuel Eisenberg 1/3 19 Sam Klaiman 1/20 7 Gladys Schultz 12/17 2 Morton Levin 1/3 19 Rose Alpine 1/20 7 Nadine Peston 12/3 17 Helene Emanuel 12/17 2 Barnett Leviton 1/3 19 Hannah Honig 1/20 7 Freida Zimmerman 12/4 18 Margaret Sadkin 12/17 2 Murray Ser 1/3 19 Fred Hutt 1/20 7 Sylvia Temkin 12/4 18 Hyman Schwartz 12/18 3 Dora Pinchevsky 1/3 19 Pearl Hutt 1/21 8 David Klawsky 12/5 19 Phyllis Waldman 12/19 4 Shirley Sphatt Fulginiti 1/4 20 Floris Sax 1/21 8 Sonia Brodsky 12/5 19 Paul Pomerantz 12/19 4 Abraham Wolkin 1/5 21 Sadie Smith 1/21 8 Esther Frank 12/6 20 Lillian Geller 12/20 5 Raymond Berger 1/5 21 Samuel Tamarkin 1/21 8 Emily Shank 1/5 21 Joseph Margolies 1/22 9 Chaim Kaufman 12/6 20 Carol Cowan 12/20 5 Wiky Jerusalmi 1/6 22 Joseph Small 1/22 9 Cecelia Bogrow 12/6 20 Phyllis Waldman 12/20 5 Robert Simon 1/7 23 Harry Frank 1/22 9 Jack Abenstein 12/6 20 Vivian Daniels 12/21 6 Florence Workman 1/8 24 Sylvia Sherman 1/22 9 Murry Felds 12/6 20 Morris Reicher 12/21 6 Gerald Petock 1/8 24 Rena Chen 1/22 9 Matthew Montag 12/7 21 Victor Mermelstein 12/22 7 Frances Felstead 1/8 24 Esther Berger 1/22 9 Kenneth Cooperman 12/7 21 Edward Harris 12/22 7 William Cohen 1/9 25 Lorimar Caplan 1/22 9 Martha Sherman 12/7 21 Jonathan Kaleky 12/22 7 Stanley Weiner 1/9 25 Maurice Montag 1/22 9 Frances Corito 12/8 22 Dora Petock 12/23 8 Seymour Moed 1/10 26 Ruth Moss 1/23 10 Minnie Berger 1/11 27 Robert Jaspan 12/8 22 Beckie Wisotsky 1/24 11 Steven Benenfeld 12/23 8 Minette Seldin 1/11 27 Lena Lang 1/24 11 Millie Krantz 12/8 22 Roy Trachtenberg 12/23 8 Selig Berger 1/11 27 Ralph Sorger 1/24 11 Ernestine Goldman 12/9 23 Julian Gottlieb 12/23 8 William Dorosin 1/12 28 Harold Siegel 1/25 12 Philip Maisus 12/9 23 George Karch 12/23 8 Seymour Moed 1/12 28 Rosa Grunberger 1/25 12 Roz Freedman 12/10 24 Ida Berger 12/24 9 Arnold Miller 1/12 28 Nathan Brodsky 1/26 13 Chaskel Leibov 12/10 24 Beatrice Pomerantz 12/25 10 Herbert Wasserman 1/13 29 Amos Edelboim 1/26 13 Saul Friedman 12/10 24 Ann Rubin 12/25 10 David Tepfer 1/14 1 Joan Blitstein 1/26 13 Edith Finkelstein 12/11 25 Harry Benenfeld 1/14 1 Sally Rock 1/27 14 Gertrude Owsowitz 12/26 11 Deanna Preston 1/14 1 Seymour Lerner 1/27 14 Lena Rosenbaum 12/11 25 Rose Lerner 12/26 11 Al Mahl 1/14 1 Seymour Jetter 1/27 14 Benjamin Ronik 12/11 25 Rose Meyerson 12/26 11 Jack Malat 1/15 2 Max Michelson 1/28 15 Seymour Hecht 12/11 25 Mashal Wilder 12/27 12 Bernard Eller 1/15 2 Milton Weinberg 1/28 15 Itzruk Schneiderman 12/12 26 Howard Heller 12/27 12 Fannie Foster 1/16 3 N. Richard Dorosin 1/28 15 Lucille Usherson 12/12 26 Ruth Schimmel 12/28 13 Jerome Weinstein 1/16 3 Fritz Froehlich 1/29 16 Hortense Salomon 12/13 27 Gertrude Lang 12/28 13 David Lang 1/17 4 Marilyn Simon 1/30 17 David Rubin 1/17 4 Ruth Shapiro 1/30 17 Jeffrey Ross 12/15 29 Harry Rosenbaum 12/28 13 Alyce Fletcher 1/17 4 Aaron Semel 1/30 17 Blanche Steiner 12/15 29 Murray Winderman 12/28 13 Theodore Schoenfeld 1/17 4 Frank Backhaut 1/30 17 Tova Malamud 12/15 29 Henrietta Taitelman 12/30 15 Beatrice Goldstein 1/18 5 Sylvia Gaynor 1/30 17 Nathan German 12/15 29 Eli Giller 12/31 16 Joan Breslow 1/18 5 Paul Silber 1/30 17 Shirley Sorger 12/15 29 Esther Ronik 12/31 16 Madelyn Saul 1/18 5 Manny Goldiner 1/30 17 Saul Rothstein 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

25 Making a donation is a wonderful way to acknowledge a special occasion, important date, promotion or award; send get well wishes or Yahzreits condolences; express appreciation for an act of kindness; and honor or Donations remember a special person in your life. For more information please call the Temple Office at 954.721.7660 ext. 110.

DONOR IN MEMORY OF DONOR IN MEMORY OF Milton Bass Mother, Sime Bass Evelyne Mitchel Father, Herman Brevda Robert Begun Father, Harry Begun Evelyne Mitchel Husband, Sam Mitchel Joanna Berkowitz Aunt, Sylvia Sylvester Howard Mofsen Mother, Rhoda Mofsen Sylvia Blum Husband, Edgar Blum Madelyn Magrone Father, David Frost Bernice Butterman Beloved, David Koopitman Carol Osman Mother, Jean Friedman Barbara Callander Mother, Jean Sollender Adrien Panitz Father, Charles Apfelbaum David Cohen Mother, Anne Cohen Sandra Paris Mother, Natalie Paris Yvette Consor Father, Jack Gallin Stanley Pearlman Mother, Mollie Pearlman Malka Dayanzadeh Father, Shalom Dayanzadeh Helen Petofsky Father, Charles Petofsky Judith Dorfman Mother, Ruth Mantell Ada Pinchevsky Grandmother, Yetta Tandetnick Alene Egol Father, Nathan Egol Ada Pinchevsky Grandfather, Hyman Tandetnick Marvin Eskowitz Father, Louis Eskowitz Ada Pinchevsky Father, Abraham Fierman Ann Esposito Mother, Frances Esposito David Pinchevsky Grandmother, Alta Pinchevsky Ann Esposito Father, Jack Esposito Paula Pinchevsky Father, Louis Kushlin Gerald Feldman Father, Sam Feldman Madeleine Policzer Father, George Meyerson Eileen Ferrera Brother, Marvin Abate Susan Rosenblum Father-in-law, Irving Rosenblum Les Fintz Grandmother, Martha Koslowsky Susan Rosenblum Mother-in-Law, Fannie Rosenblum Nicholas Fleischer Grandmother, Regina Fleischer Betty Rosenheck Daughter, Sherry Rosenheck Rita Friedman Mother, Lillian Semel Sharon Rosenthal Father, Harold Zalesch Benjamin Frosch Father, Sigmund Frosch Gilda Saul Mother-in-Law, Ida Saul Ilene Gayer Father, Jack Gartstein Gilda Saul Sister, Barbara Meyer Michael Gelber Mother, Sylvia Sylvester Annie Schiller Beloved, Libby Chaikel Ellyn Glanzman Mother, Sara Hammer Harry Schulman Uncle, Abe Sovatsky Florine Goldstein Son, Scott Goldstein Evelyn Schwartz Father, Samuel Bayer Marion Goldstein Husband, Leonard Goldstein Betty Semel Mother, Lillian Semel Marc Gordon Father, Morris Gordon Dora Shapiro Father, Saloman Vilk Helene Herman Beloved, Murray Bernstein Edward Shapiro Mother, Tillie, Shapiro Dorothy Hess Father, Henry Jacobs Julia Shapiro Mother, Miriam Music Phyllis Hirsch Sister, Ruth Levy Sylvia Sherman Husband, Jonah Sherman Phyllis Hirsch Husband, Jack Hirsch Nancy Small Father, Jerry Marks Sonia Hochman Father, Abram Goldberg Mark Steingard Aunt, Frieda Berkowitz Linda Horowitz Beloved, Jack Hirsch Emanuel Stern Wife, Rhoda Stern Janet Jacobowitz Husband, Jack Jacobowitz Sophia Vagnini Father, Vladimir Domovsky David Jaspan Grandfather, Abraham Foster Susan Vogel Father, Max Arno Sandy Klein Mother, Betty Lapp Arline Walker Father, Andrew Guthartz Irene Kojen Father, Mark Kojen Raymond Walker Brother, Daniel Walker Mila Kojen Husband, Mark Kojen Julianne Weisshaut Father, Thomas Garvin Zina Kojen Mother, Sara Plastik Amelia Weitz Husband, Paul Dressler Donna Koppel Husband, Harry Koppel Susan Weitz Cousin, Sherry Rosenheck Faye Kronberg Beloved, Herbert Kronberg Audrey Winderman Father, Joseph Friedman Robert Krovetz Mother, Renee Krovetz Audrey Winderman Mother-in-Law, Lena Winderman Robert Krovetz Father, Mike Krovetz Laurie Workman Grandmother, Lillian Klugerman Susan Lieber Mother, Goldie Ritter Paulette Zitofsky Mother, Rosa Kreisel Michele LeFevre Father, Benjamin Seidman Marvin Lieberman Father, Paul Lieberman Bernie Leibov Mother, Sara Leibov Sandy Leibov Brother-in-Law, Abe Stahl Elise Leonard Father, Paul Leonard Marianna Levy Father, Sam Slawsby Marianna Levy Mother, Mary Slawsby Diane Lurie Father, Laurence Sargent Diane Lurie Mother, Hannah Sargent Evelyne Mitchel Mother, Beatrice Brevda

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28 KISLEV-TEVET 5781 December

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 Minyan Services 9:30 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services Monday - Thursday (LIVESTREAM) 10:00 am Sisterhood 6:00 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Services 5:15 pm Mincha 7:45 am & 6:00 pm Zoom Schmooze 7:00 pm Sisterhood (ZOOM) Friday - 7:45 am 6:00 pm Mincha Zoom Schmooze Sunday - 8:30 am & 5:00 pm CANDLE LIGHTING @5:11 pm Vayishlach 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:30 am Services 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 6:00 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat (LIVESTREAM) 5:00 pm Services Zoom Schmooze Shabbat Services 5:15 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Mincha Erev Chanukah (ZOOM) 6:30 pm Executive 1st Night Chanukah Chanukah Mtg7:30 pm Board 2nd Night 3rd Night Mtg.-Zoom CANDLE LIGHTING @5:13 pm Vayeshev 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 7:45 am Services 8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:30 am Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 1:00 pm Reader's 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat (LIVESTREAM) Zoom Schmooze 5:00 pm Services Corner Book Club 7:00 pm Sisterhood Shabbat Services 5:15 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Services Chanukah 6:00 pm Services Board Mtg.-Zoom (ZOOM) Chanukah 5th Night 7:00 pm Men's Club 4th Night Chanukah Meeting-Zoom 6th Night Chanukah Chanukah 7th Night 8th Night CANDLE LIGHTING @5:16 pm Rosh Chodesh Mikeitz 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 8:30 am Services 9:30 am Services 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat (LIVESTREAM) 5:00 pm Services Zoom Schmooze Shabbat Services 5:15 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Services (ZOOM)

CANDLE LIGHTING @5:19 pm

Vayigash 27 28 29 30 31

8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 5:00 pm Services Zoom Schmooze 6:00 pm Services

29 TEVET-SHEVAT 5781 January

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Minyan Services 9:30 am Services 8:30 am Services (LIVESTREAM) Monday - Thursday 6:30 pm Services 5:30 pm Mincha 7:45 am & 6:00 pm (ZOOM) Friday - 7:45 am Sunday - 8:30 am & 5:00 pm CANDLE LIGHTING @5:24 pm Vayechi 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

CANDLE LIGHTING @5:29 pm

Shemot 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 7:45 am Services 8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:30 am Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 1:00 pm Reader's 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat Sisterhood Shabbat Zoom Schmooze 5:00 pm Services Corner Book Club Shabbat Services (LIVESTREAM) 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services Sisterhood Shabbat 5:30 pm Mincha 6:30 pm Executive 7:00 pm Sisterhood (ZOOM) Mtg7:30 pm Board Zoom Schmooze Mtg.-Zoom CANDLE LIGHTING @5:34 pm Rosh Chodesh Va'eira 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 9:30 am Services 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat (LIVESTREAM) 5:00 pm Services Zoom Schmooze 7:00 pm Sisterhood Shabbat Services 5:45 pm Mincha 6:00 pm Services Board Mtg.-Zoom (ZOOM) 7:00 pm Men's Club Meeting-Zoom CANDLE LIGHTING @5:39 pm

Bo 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 7:45 am Services 9:30 am Services 8:30 am Service 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 7:45 am Services 6:30 pm Kabbalat (LIVESTREAM) 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 6:00 pm Services 10:00 am Sisterhood 11:00 am Tu B'Shevat 6:00 pm Services Shabbat Services 5:45 pm Mincha 5:00 pm Services Zoom Schmooze Program (ZOOM) 6:00 pm Services 6:00 pm Services Tu B'Shevat 31 CANDLE LIGHTING 8:30 am Service @5:45 pm 9:00 am Bagels & Bible 5:00 pm Services Beshalach

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