Kislev/Tevet December 2014 TEMPLE BETH EMUNAH 479 Torrey Street Brockton, MA 02301 (508) 583-5810 Fax: (708) 778-5801 Ilana Foss, Rabbi H. David Werb, Rabbi Emeritis Stu Kirsch, President Beth Goldstein, B’yachad Educ. Director Deb Kirsch, Administrator Bulletin Aaron Riseman Editor Tom Robinson, Circulation January Bulletin Deadline: December 22, 2014 Articles must be submitted via e-mail to: [email protected] Services Shabbat Friday at 6:30 PM Saturday at 9:30 AM Daily Weekdays at 7:30PM Sundays at 9:00AM Unless otherwise announced Visit our website at www.templebethemunah.org OFFICE HOURS Sunday 9 am to 12 pm Monday closed Tuesday 1 pm to 6 pm Wednesday 9 am to 6 pm Thursday 1 pm 6 pm Friday 9 am to 12 pm Saturday closed From The Rabbi's Desk The images of the synagogue in Har Nof, Jerusalem where people at prayer, and a policeman defending them, were attacked and killed in cold blood continues to haunt me. The site of prayer shawls soaked in blood and holy books spattered with blood was difficult to see and even more horrifying to contemplate. The four widows of the men killed in the attacked issued the following statement the Shabbat after their husbands were killed: “We turn to you, our brothers and sisters of the House of Israel, throughout the world: Let us unite, all of us, to bring God’s mercy upon us, by taking it upon ourselves to increase our love and compassion for one another, whatever our community or faction.” Their request, that the Shabbat be one where we love each other unconditionally, seems to be the only response following such actions. Only love will see the Jewish people through such horror. It is particularly sobering and inspiring to think about the request of these widows as we begin Kislev and anticipate the start of Chanukah. When establishing the laws of Chanukah, HIllel and Shammai, the great rabbinic debaters argued about the ways to light candles. Hillel advocated that we begin with one candle and add an additional candle each night. Shammai believed that we should start with eight candles and light one less each night. As we know Hillel’s opinion is the one that is followed. Why do we start with one and increase to eight-- because we need to increase light in the world. Chanukah comes at the darkest time of year and we need that light to serve as hope and inspiration. This Chanukah we are more than ever aware of the tremendous darkness in the world, and need for light to blot out the darkness. This chanukah we must find ways to increase our love and compassion for one another, for the people we know and for the random people we encounter on the street, at the grocery store or at work. Unconditional love is the only way of moving past such darkness. We must continue striving and bringing more light into the world. May this Chanukah be full of light from the increasing candles on your Chanukiah (Menorah). May the light that increases from night to night also increase the amount of love and peace in the world. L’Shalom Rabbi Ilana Foss FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT The history of Temple Beth Emunah is filled with periods of transformation. From our move from Cottage Street to Torrey Street, from Rabbi Werb to Rabbi Foss, from the Lipman Hebrew School to B’Yachad – our congregation continues to evolve. Each of these steps has always been towards the same goal: to enhance and ensure the future of Jewish life in our communities. In November, the congregation of Temple Beth Am in Randolph voted overwhelmingly--as we had previously done--to enter into formal merger conversations to help us form a larger, more vibrant Jewish community in Southeastern Massachusetts. We have known from the beginning that regardless of the congregational votes that there would be an increasing amount of work as we move ahead. This vote means that we must now focus our energy on: Organizing teams (http://bit.ly/tbeteams) to ensure our community moves forward with our plans both thoughtfully and aggressively. These committees will be tasked with much more than the search for our new building and the exploration of new ideas to bolster the foundations of our community: Worship, Education, Culture and the Social Relationships which have held us together. We must continue to embrace the concept of Additive Change – allowing new ideas and opportunities to grow alongside our longstanding traditions. Above all, our congregation must put itself on the forefront of Welcoming, Relational Judaism – and understand that a successful community is based on building positive relationships. We are committed to ensuring that the multiple pathways we all take to reach our Jewish experiences are positive ones – that is why we have all chosen to be members of this community. Following a new path can always seem frightening – but the opportunity before us is great. I look forward to our facing these challenges together – and to the growing successes that we will reach. L’shalom, Stu Kirsch TBE President VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to give homeless children a better tomorrow. Do you have 2 hours each week to play with young homeless children in one of our statewide shelter-based Playspaces in Southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod? Help a homeless child learn, play, and thrive. Upcoming volunteer training: Saturday, 12/6/14, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, Lakeville, MA. One in every 30 children in the U.S. is homeless each year. The stress and trauma of homelessness is emotionally and cognitively damaging to young children. Your support helps us to continue making a positive impact on homeless children in Southeastern MA and Cape Cod. Right now we are in great need of volunteers to play with young children living in homeless shelters. B’Yachad South Area Religious School. The Torah tells us to “teach [the commandments] diligently to your children.” This message is so important that we repeat these exact words from the Torah in our daily V’ahavta prayer. What does it mean to “teach [the commandments] diligently to your children”? And how do we begin such a big task? There are so many ways inside and outside the synagogue walls to teach our children. Inside the synagogue, our children learn every week in the religious school. They also learn by attending services, participating in tikkun olam projects, being a member of the youth group and learning together with parents in family education. And sometimes parents learn through their children too! There is something for all of us to learn at the synagogue. Outside of the synagogue, we regularly impart values and lessons to our kids through our actions and shared values. As we enter 2015, may we all find new ways to add Jewish education, formally or informally, to our lives. Perhaps attend a new worship service or adult education class, practice Hebrew with your child or discuss something new they have learned at religious school this month. Read a Jewish book together or watch a movie with a Jewish theme. There are limitless ways to explore your own personal Judaism and your family’s Judaism. November was filled with ways to learn as children, adults, and families. The month started with the teachers learning together at the B’Yachad faculty meeting. It is so wonderful to have a community of teachers who learn together and teach each other. On Sunday, November 2, the Shalom group (Mrs. Swartz’s new students) participated in a family education program and created Shabbat Boxes with their parents. They were able to go home with a complete Shabbat set including Candle Sticks, Kiddush Cup, Challah Cover, Challah Board, Shabbat Candles, and the Shabbat Blessings. We hope they are able to use the set for years to come! Sunday, November 9, was packed with fun and learning. The day began with an Open Parents Meeting with the B’Yachad Committee where parents came together to discuss the school. Following the meeting, the entire school community (parents and kids) came together for our second annual Jewish Camp Expo. Thank you to Michele Roy for organizing the event and to CJP for the grant that allows the school to focus time on the importance of Jewish summer camp. It was so great to hear from so many different camp representatives. Many students then stayed for the F.U.N. lunch complete with Pizza and “smornolis” (that is a cannoli that is a s’more). Lastly, many children, teens and adults stayed to watch the movie “Bully.” Following the movie, the group discussed the movie using a Jewish lens. It was a great way to begin to talk about the issue of bullying and what each of us can do to stop it. On Sunday, November 16th the volunteers who are going to be assessing the students in Hebrew (with Mitkadem) met for the first time. They learned about the Hebrew program and what it means for a student to be able to move to the next level. They also began volunteering in November! Thank you to all the volunteers! The month ended with a PJ Library program focused on Hanukkah! The children ages 2-5 learned about Hanukkah through stories, songs and crafts. Each child made a Hanukiah and a special mat to put the Hanukiah on which includes all the blessings! What a fun morning! December is a shorter month in the school but still filled with learning, fun and of course Latkes! On Sunday, December 7, the teachers will be going to Limmud Boston to learn themselves! I know they will bring what they learn into their classrooms! Our next Jr. Congregation will be on Saturday, December 13th at Temple Beth Emunah. And on Tuesday, December 16th, we will hold our annual Hanukkah party at Temple Beth Emunah! Look for more details to come! School will be on break until January 4th. For questions about B’Yachad South Area Religious School, please feel free to email Beth Goldstein at [email protected]. 2ND GRADE FAMILY EDUCATION It is that time of year again. Our Telem teens have been going to the Evelyn House, a homeless shelter, for the past couple of months. It is heartwarming to see our teens doing crafts and entertaining the residents each week. Sixteen families are presently housed there. The kids range in age from one month to 18 years old. We once again need your help in giving them a happy holiday through your generous assistance. How can you help? Simply donate an unwrapped gift or if you prefer, donate money, any amount will help and we will buy the gift for you. Please bring your contribution to the Temple Beth Emunah office by December 12th. Our teens will wrap and deliver your gift on December 22nd. You will have the pleasure of doing a Mitzvah and putting a smile on a child's face! Please help us make this the best year ever! If you have any questions please feel free to contact: Barbara Fine: 339-364-1250 or email: [email protected] or Michele Roy: 508-584-6835 or email: [email protected] Any assistance with this would be greatly appreciated! EVETTE ROY This past Sunday, Evette Jaclyn Beverly Roy was called to the torah as a Bat Mitzvah. Schechter. She enjoys listening to music and documentaries, especially the Beatles. Evette is a 7th grade student at Newton For her Mitzvah project she donated her hair to “Wigs for Kids”. Although Evette loved her long hair, she felt that it was important to donate to such a wonderful organization. “Wigs for Kids” supplies kids suffering from hair loss, wigs FREE of Charge. Special thanks to Melissa Sims, Wendy’s daughter, for undertaking the important task of cutting the hair, which requires specific guidelines in order to be eligible for donation. If you are interested in donating to this great organization, log on at www.wigs forkids.org . Stephen, Simone and myself are very proud not only of her donation, but also of the impressive job she did in leading us in prayer and Torah at her special Rosh Chodesh service. Sunday, December 7 | 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. The Rashi School 8000 Great Meadow Road, Dedham CAMP FOR A DAY Go jump in a lake! 15 camps. One afternoon. A summer of possibilities. There’s a Jewish overnight camp experience for every child — from science, to music, to outdoor activities and everything in between! Camp for a Day highlights: • Real camp activities: sports, crafts, science, music and performance • 15 Jewish overnight camps in one location • Book tours of the camps your child loves • Fun giveaways, snacks and drinks cjp.org/experience-camp Register in advance for this FREE event for a chance to win prizes! How Can YOU Help? Donate with an impact When we’ve needed something (heating repairs, painting and new doors, to name but a few) our members have been there! The call is going out again for your help. Could you pay a month’s worth of the electric bill? Or perhaps a week’s worth? Maybe you’d rather pay the Insurance bill? Below are a few ideas, but all donations welcome! Electric Bill $2,400 for a whole month or $600 for a week Gas Bill $1,000 for a whole month or $250 for a week Insurance $2,000 for a whole month or $500 for a week Trash Collection $260 for a whole month or $65 for a week Alarm Monitoring $240 for whole year or $20 for a week Social Action Temple Beth Emunah is looking for volunteers to join their Literacy team. Members of the Literacy Team go into local Brockton Elementary schools and work with students in their reading and writing skills. Our Team Leader is Tina Langson. She has been working with the JCRC and members of Temple Beth Emunah to help fill the need in our local schools. The commitment is for just one hour a week. All volunteers are trained in how to service these special students. If you are interested in working with children and you enjoy reading please contact Tina Langson at [email protected] It was a dark and stormy night. Wait. Stop. Wrong novel. It was a blustery, sunny day when the cooks from Social Action went to Ronald McDonald House to prepare a meal with abundant desserts. Well, it was almost Thanksgiving. We cooked BBQ chicken, green and yellow beans, and rice pilaf. Thanks to Reva and our own bakers, the RMcDH guests feasted on magic bar cookies, sundae cookies, pumpkin milk chocolate chip cookies, frosted chocolate cake, chocolate chip cookies, and frosted sugar cookies. These meals cannot happen without donors. When you are writing your end of year charity checks, please consider writing a check in any amount to the Ronald McDonald Dinner Fund. A meal for 15-25 guests costs $35-50. We are so very grateful for your support. Brotherhood News The Brotherhood of Temple Beth Emunah has had a busy fall. We hosted Keeper of the Flame at our Temple, honoring Rabbi David Werb. This event was an overwhelming success, and I continue to receive compliments on the food, the service, and the harmony in which this event was run. We held ‘The Last Voice’ which opened our synagogue to our community. This contemporary program was fun for everyone who attended. We are looking to take this event to the next level! I am again asking all male members of Temple Beth Emunah to join our Brotherhood. Our mission is to support our congregation. We need new members to introduce new programs and ideas that will steer The Brotherhood of Temple Beth Emunah towards the future. We want to hear your voice. If you would consider joining us, please call or e-mail me directly. Two reminders. Our Board Meeting will be held at Town Spa Pizza in Stoughton on Tuesday, December 2nd, at 8 PM. Our meeting will begin at 8:15 PM to allow people to attend minyan at our Temple. Second, our Paid-Up Supper is scheduled for Thursday, December 11th beginning at 7 PM. If you can attend, please e-mail me to confirm. All are welcome to attend and this is a great opportunity for new members to be introduced. We are also looking to the future with Temple Beth AM in Randolph. We will be posting each other’s events for the upcoming year. I would also like to thank all congregation members who have supported our Brotherhood and volunteered at our events. You make us stronger, and I appreciate everyone’s time and efforts throughout the year! Erick Weihrauch TBE Brotherhood President (508) 813-8245 [email protected] RABBI H.DAVID WERB MEDITATION GARDEN AND TEMPLE BETH EMUNAH HONORS WALKWAY Would you like to commemorate a special occasion, such as a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, wedding, anniversary, or birthday; or honor or memorialize your loved ones? You can purchase a personalized, laser engraved brick to be placed in the Rabbi H. David Werb Meditation Garden or the Temple Beth Emunah Honors Walkway, both located in the Temple’s Korim Courtyard. The net proceeds go towards the Temple’s Endowment Fund, which helps our Temple and Religious School. Your purchases will keep Temple Beth Emunah strong for many years to come, and also add to the beauty of the garden - an area for reflection, relaxation and enjoyment. Please be sure to visit it when you’re at the Temple. 4” x 8” and 8” x 8” bricks are available, and are permanently laser engraved with your special inscription. Please pick up an order form at the Temple office, or call for more details. Do you know someone who has an upcoming Birthday or Anniversary? Who just got a new job? Could use some well wishes during an illness? Consider sending a Nedorim card! (Cards start at $5) Contact the Temple Office for more details. Electric Wire Recycling Fundraiser We can turn obsolete, no longer used electric wire of all types and in any condition into cash. $$$ $$$ $$$ $$$ Do you have a smartphone or a cell phone that you no longer use? Please donate any unneeded phones to Temple Beth Emunah as we can recycle these items for C$SH. Old, cracked, or no longer used or needed electric wire can be recycled for ca$h. Check your cabinets, closets and basements…time to clean up, recycle and Temple Beth Emunah will benefit! Bring your phones and leave them in the main office. If the office is closed just place them in the open window. Please bring to the Temple any and all electric wire that you no longer use: Computer, audio and TV cables Equipment power cords and chargers Appliance and lamp power cords (cords only) Telephone and speaker wire Cell phone chargers and wire House and building wire Extension cords Temple Beth Emunah 479 Torrey Street Brockton, MA 02301 Phone: 508.583.5810 All types of electrical wire accepted. Place in basket located on main floor in the school hallway. Electrical wire can be recycled for ca$h. Please send any questions to Alan Castaline at [email protected] The letter ‘shin’ is based on a pictogram of teeth ש We know Orthodontics from aleph to tav. See us for AMAZING SMILES, INCREASED CONFIDENCE, NEWFOUND HAPPINESS. Dr. Robert Chavez Dr. Andrew Chase ARCH Orthodontics FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION 1 (800) 28- SMILE www.archorthodontics.com Sisterhood Judaica Shop Do you need that special Gift ? Start your shopping at the Sisterhood Judaica Shop. Come in and see all of the new merchandise. We have everything for that special Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Bride- tobe, & Housewares for the new home owner and, we are in the process of restocking the gift shop with all new merchandise. From tzedakah boxes to beautiful Shabbat candle sticks. Our prices are very reasonable. Don’t miss out on the beautiful selections. Don’t forget all of your Bar/Bat Mitzvah needs Yarmulkahs can be ordered in your special colors Hours: Sunday 9-11am & by appointment: Heidi Bourque 508-828-9515 Robin Ekpunobi 781-424-3276 Sharon Wolf 508-238-1507 I wanted to thank Temple Beth Emunah for having Norton's service here and Rabbi Foss and Rabbi Werb for officiating so beautifully. So many people gave their support and made donations to Craig's fund and to other funds. Norton would have appreciated all the wonderful things people said about him. Thank you all so much Sandy Mendelson Recycle for a Profit! Bring in your used printer and toner cartridges and the Temple earns from $2-$4 per cartridge! Don’t have curbside recycling? Bring your paper to the Temple and earn us even more $$...and save a tree and landfill space while you’re at it! ☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺☺ Did you know…….? That many of the things you do every day can earn the Temple money? Use www.goodsearch.com for every internet search and earn a penny a search for the Temple. SISTERHOOD Remember: It’s not hard, To Send a Card Just give us a Call, And we will help you all. Call Selma at (508)587-4278 or Marge at (508)588-5516 at any time except Shabbat. We are at your service to send the Simcha. New Baby, Mazel Tov and Get Well Torah Fund Cards. Use www.goodshop.com before you go to websites such as Amazon or Ebay (and dozens of others) and the Temple earns up to 37.5% of what you spend. Think it doesn’t add up? Last quarter we earned over $200! Use a Gift Card and increase our profit! new new new new new new new new new new Go to www.gooddining.com and register whatever credit card you typically use when you go out to eat. Then enjoy a night out at one of the restaurants listed on the GoodDining website, use your registered credit card to pay, and the Temple gets a percentage! The Temple Beth Emunah section of Plymouth Rock Cemetery offers families an affordable, wellmaintained location as a final resting place. We offer our community two options: the Temple Beth Emunah section and Shaarei Emunah: the Gates of Faith Interfaith section. The cemetery is located on Pearl Street (west side) just south of Belmont Street (route 123) in Brockton. For more information please contact Mort Saftler (508) 587-2470 PRIDE OF BROCKTON CEMETERY L’DOR V’DOR (From Generation to Generation) A Temple Beth Emunah Cemetery, located On South Street, Stoughton,Ma. Plots are available for purchase, to anyone of the Jewish Faith. Directions to the cemetery from Brockton: Take Pearl Street north into Stoughton (Route 27), After the T.J. Maxx Plaza, take your next right, this is South Street. The cemetery is 1/2mile down on the left side, it has a white stone wall in the front. For more information please contact:Harriet Robie 508-587-3250 STILL TIME TO ORDER FOR CHANUKKAH! The time to buy your Gift Cards is now! *Special Order date: 12/9/14 (Order forms at the Temple Office, on our website and in your email!) For Daily Use Or Gifts !! These stores and a whole lot more! Nedorim RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND In Honor of: In Appreciation of Rabbi Foss’ Work Lee & Jim Aven Andrea Meister In Memory of: Toby Saftler Jay Dembling & Frank Brown NEDORIM FUND For Recovery of: Gayle Sesermen The Bingo Committee In Honor of: Ilene Belinksky’s marriage Reva & Alan Castaline Bob & Judy Fishman, in appreciation of all their work for TBE & the community Roselyn Nelson Bob & Judy Fishman’s new home Reva & Alan Castaline Rena Hurwitz’ 90th birthday Lilian Blumberg In Memory of: Martin Wolfe Reva & Alan Castaline Stacey Jacobs George & Diane Isgur Suzanne & Robert Wyman Claire Finstein Stacey Jacobs Jay Dembling Susan Shwom Morton Saftler Pearl Anapolsky Suzanne & Robert Wyman Stanley Rabinovitz Mitchell & Wendy Sims Barbara & Stan Ashman Austin Lyons Reva Stickler The Roy Family Marc Spivack & Family Sylvia Aven Lilian Blumberg CRAIG MENDELSON FUND In Honor of: Naming of Jim & Lee’s grandchild Sandy Mendelson In Memory of: Albert Hunt Norton Mendelson Alan & Leslie Kaplan Lee & Jim Aven Mitchell & Wendy Sims MAXINE STEINBERG SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor of: Being called to the Torah Steve Steinberg The Temple thanks you for RABBI H. DAVID WERB YOUTH your support ENDOWMENT FUND Nedorim donation – $5.00 In Honor of: Minyan Circle Donation - $10.00 Rabbi Werb’s Keeper of the Chai Circle Donation $18.00 Flame Award Silver Circle Donation - $25.00 Bob & Judy Fishman Special Gifts Donation - $50.00+ Marilyn & Stan Gillman Janet Lesser Please help us expedite matters by Florence Lesser making all requests in writing, with complete names and addresses, ADAM SLOTNICK FUND including zip codes. In Memory of: Claire Finstein DAVID LICTER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Martin Wolfe Stanley Rabinovitz In Honor of: Marge & Allan Slotnick Rabbi Werb’s Keeper of the Flame Award Marjorie Fleisher RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE FUND In Memory of: In Honor of: Stanley Rabinovitz Rabbi Werb’s Keeper of the Marjorie Fleisher Flame Award Tina Langson In Memory of: SAFTLER FAMILY FUND Claire Finstein In Memory of: Toby Saftler Toby Saftler Tina Langson Stacey Jacobs Stanley Rabinovitz Darhl Ellison Selma & Bill Kracoff Mitchell & Wendy Sims Leah and Eli Korisky & Family YAHRZEIT FUND Morton Saftler In Memory of: Lou & Marge Goldberg Fred Saftler Jack & Barbara Lappin Morton Saftler Marge & Allan Slotnick Joseph Saftler Selma & Bill Kracoff Morton Saftler George & Diane Isgur Hyman Ashman Barbara & Stan Ashman Barbara & Stan Ashman Marjorie Fleisher Esther Rubenstein Jim & Lee Aven Bonnie Cohen Barbara Harpel Melvin Kachinsky Ann, Allen, Susan Lipkind Alan & Leslie Kaplan Lilian Blumberg Martin Wolfe ALIYAH FUND Morton Saftler In Honor of: Debby & Ed Baron Yom Kippur Aliyah Claire Finstein Ira Korim Morton Saftler High Holiday Honor Debby & Ed Baron Rena Hurwitz Norton Mendelson Morton Saftler December 2014 Sun Mon 1 Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2 3 4 5 6 B’Yachad 3:45 PM Brotherhood Meeting 8:15 PM at Town Spa TELEM offsite 6 to 8 7 8 9 B’Yachad 9 AM Flea Market & Craft Show 9 AM—3 PM Membership 11 AM 14 No B’Yachad 6th Night of Chanukah 28 No B’Yachad 10 B’Yachad 3:45 PM TELEM onsite 6 to 8 pm 15 B’Yachad 9 AM Board of Dir 9:30 AM 21 BINGO 6:30 PM Ritual Comm 7 PM 16 23 7th Night of Chanukah 29 BINGO 6:30 PM 18 Kabbalat Shabbat 6:30 pm Candle light 3:54pm 19 2nd Night of Chanukah Storytime @ Easton Library 10:30 AM 3rd Night of Chanukah Kabbalat Shabbat 6:30 pm Candle light 3:56pm 4th Night of Chanukah 24 25 26 Brotherhood at Mainspring House Kabbalat Shabbat 6:30 pm Candle light 3:59pm BINGO 6:30 PM No B’Yachad 8th Night of Chanukah 30 12 Brotherhood Paid-Up Supper 7 PM Executive Comm 7 PM 17 B’Yachad 3:45 PM 1st Night of Chanukah 22 11 Kabbalat Shabbat 6:30 pm Candle light 3:54pm NO BINGO 31 No B’Yachad BINGO 6:30 PM THE LAW OFFICES OF ILENE B. 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