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FEBRUARY 2021 • SHEVAT/ADAR 5781 • Volume 63, No. 2
MESSENGER FUNDED BY THE PAUL AND LOIS KATZMAN ENDOWMENT
1 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
A MESSAGE FROM RABBI JOSH BENNETT
So, let us leave behind a country better than one we were left. With
every breath from my bronze-pounded chest, we will raise this wounded
world into a wondrous one. We will rise from the gold-limned hills of the
West. We will rise from the wind-swept Northeast where our forefathers
first realized revolution. We will rise from the lake-rimmed cities of
the Midwestern states. We will rise from the sun-baked South. We will
rebuild, reconcile and recover in every known nook of our nation, in every
corner called our country our people diverse and beautiful will emerge
battered and beautiful.
--Amanda Gorman, The Hill We Climb
A TIME OF TRANSITION
In a moment more divided than any other in my
lifetime, I am acutely aware of the power of change.
Hesitant to face the challenge, I see an amazing
opportunity ahead for our nation, our congregation,
and my own personal experience as a father. I begin
my thoughts with a personal reflection.
JANUARY 20, 2021 was a day of change for my family. Our daughter,
Maddie, turned 21 marking her own transition from childhood
dependence to standing on the cusp of her adult life. As a father, it was
bittersweet to celebrate this birthday. On one hand, I want to hang on
tight to the little girl that was! And on the other, I am proud to let her
leave her imprint on the world. Along with so many other students who
are attempting to navigate their way through online courses, she is
building a foundation for success. The world will look different than the
one she knew only months ago…but the opportunities are endless. This
is the amazing reality of change…the past does not define the future.
I have no idea what will come next for her and her classmates. I am
hesitant to let go…but I know she is prepared for whatever will assail her.
JANUARY 20, 2021 was a day of change for Temple Israel. On that
afternoon, I opened an email from an acquaintance who grew up at
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Temple Israel but now lives in Chicago. His note included notification
that Temple would soon receive a philanthropic gift to cover a
scholarship for a teen to participate in a future Teen Mission to Israel.
As a 16-year-old, the donor had been approached by Rabbi Syme (of
blessed memory) and offered him the chance to go to Israel. It was a
life changing experience…and this was the payback. Hesitant to travel
now, Temple Israel will continue to live up to our history in Zionism as
we support the Jewish Homeland now and in the future. And here at
home, we will be here to support your spiritual needs even in an evolving
Jewish world. We will be here for you in every way you need us.
JANUARY 20, 2021 was a day of change for our nation and the world.
The words above are excerpted from the poem written and recited by
Amanda Gorman at the inauguration of President Joseph R. Biden in
Washington, D.C. The Hill We Climb seems to capture the moment like
no other in history. Unlike previous celebrations of a new president this
event took place in a locked-down city and in front of a divided nation…
in the middle of a pandemic. We are Democrat & Republican. We are
wearing masks and not. We are upset and elated. We are vaccinated and
waiting for our turn in line.
What I realize as I consider these three January 20th moments is that we
are at a crossroads for our nation, community, and congregation. We can
stand still…stuck in the moment…or we can move forward with creativity,
love, and hope for next generations. Hesitant to begin gathering again…
concerned for social welfare and justice…dedicated to compassion
and dialogue…committed to Israel…connected to your spirit, we stand
excited to lead our congregation into the future. In the words of Pirke
Avot, “If not now, when?” Or in the words of our Youth Poet Laureate…
When day comes, we step out of the shade aflame and unafraid. The
new dawn blooms as we free it. For there is always light. If only we’re
brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.
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PURIM - 2021
THE GREAT HAMENTASCHEN BAKE OFF
Tuesday, February 23 • 7 pm via Zoom
Roll, pinch, fill and decorate your own hamentaschen with
Rabbi Jennifer Kaluzny and Chef Carole. We provide the dough
and together we will make creative, unique or even traditional
masterpieces! Fun for the whole family! Register here: www.
temple-israel.org/event/bakeoff
KABBALAT SHABBAT GONE WILD
PURIM EDITION!
Friday, February 26 • 7 pm via Zoom
Dress up in your favorite costumes with
your clergy, bring the loudest grogger
you can find and join us on ZOOM for a
joy-making, grogger-shaking, totally stark
raving Purim Kabbalat Shabbat service for
the whole family!
YFTI- UPS U’R PURIM SWEET DELIVERY 2/28
See the Youth page for details of this event.
YFTI SOMERSET PURIM RAFFLE
Welcome to Temple Israel YFTI’s Somerset
Raffle! Where all proceeds go towards
supporting our YFTI teens scholarship fund.
Purchase your tickets to win an amazing
Somerset gift card for a $200 shopping
spree. You don’t want to miss out on this amazing opportunity to
support YFTI teens provided to you by Somerset Collection and
Temple Israel. Stay tuned for more info!
MISHLOACH MANOT
FULFILL THE MITZVAH OF MISHLOACH MANOT
See the Sisterhood page for details.
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TAKEOUT WEDNESDAY
SAME DELICIOUS TAKEOUT, DIFFERENT DAY!
Beautifully prepared & easy to reheat
dinner for two (dinners are portioned
for two adults & include 3 courses).
All meals are individually packaged
(choice of entree - mix or match).
Contactless, drive through pick-up.
Ordering closes at noon the
Monday prior to pickup.
ORDER HERE: www.temple-israel.org/takeout
FRESH FISH ON FRIDAY
DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOORSTEP!
We have partnered with
Motor City Seafood to deliver a
wonderful fresh fish box to your home
every Friday! Included with each box
are recommended recipes from our
very own Heirloom Catering & Event
chefs + great tips to make your own
restaurant quality fresh fish dinner.
Ordering closes at noon the
Tuesday prior to delivery.
ORDER HERE: www.temple-israel.org/fishing
PASSOVER PICKUP
FRIDAY, MARCH 26
Curbside pick up will be from 9:30-
11:30 am at the sanctuary portico
entrance.
Watch your email for the menu...
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES & EVENTS
7PM VIRTUAL SERVICE • 8PM VIRTUAL ONEG
For more information and to register for the zoom service and oneg:
temple-israel.org/event/v-shabbatinthesun
VIRTUAL SERVICES AND EVENTS:
Help us connect with you! Now more than ever, we want to stay
engaged. Please log into your Temple Israel account at www.
temple-israel.org, review your contact information and make sure
we have separate email addresses and cell phone numbers for all
adults on your account.
KABBALAT SHABBAT
Fridays • 7 pm
Join us online Friday evening for a virtual Kabbalat Shabbat
service. Watch on Facebook, YouTube or on our streaming
page. temple-israel.org/virtual
VIRTUAL MINYAN
Sundays • 9 am
Join us on Facebook Live for weekly Sunday Minyan. Follow along
with the Minyan Prayer Book: temple-israel.org/MinyanBook
6 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
ROSH CHODESH
Monday, February 15 • 7 pm
Celebrate the new moon and a new month!
This women’s spirituality group gathers
monthly to discuss important issues of religious
and current events. Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Register here: www.temple-israel.org/roshchodesh
TALMUD & TASTINGS
Monday, February 22 • 7:30 pm
Join us for a virtual series that
combines unique tastings with
insights from Temple’s brilliant
rabbis. Hosted virtually from a
different home each month, we
will enjoy an evening of sampling
delicious new tastes and digesting delightful Torah teachings.
Details and registration info here: www.temple-israel.org/
TalmudTastings
ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER
VIRTUAL RESOURCES:
Temple Israel provides families with the resources to meet
life’s challenges and also a wide array of educational and
social programming. While we cannot meet in person during
the coronavirus crisis, we are providing virtual resources.
Click here for resources: https://www.youtube.com/
playlist?list=PLn9spWvsCBveEZxrIbQBrLAW5T7SksXMH
VIRTUAL CLASSES & SUPPORT:
The Robert Sosnick Family Life Center will be here for you as we
make our way through these uncharted times. Please check back
frequently for updated videos and classes: temple-israel.org/virtual
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AA- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
AA class resources: https://aa-semi.org/meetings
For more information contact Fred Stevenson, frednstevenson@
gmail.com or 248-872-8652.
VIRTUAL MS PATH GROUP, MS PATH SUPPORT GROUP
The MS Path (Positive Attitude Toward Health) meets virtually on
the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 7pm. This group is
designed for those with MS as well as family members and/or
caregivers. To join virtually, please contact Ronna Heller at 248-
330-4632 or rhlbox@me.com
VIRTUAL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, February 18 • 2 pm via Zoom
After the death of a loved one, there are so many thoughts,
feelings and experiences to deal with. Please join Diane Levy-
Rubinstein, LMSW and others in sharing one’s grief within a
group setting while also defining the uniqueness of your grief.
Zoom link will be provided upon registration. Register here:
www.temple-israel.org/bereavement
VIRTUAL BINGO
Wednesday, February 10 • 3 pm via Zoom
Join Rabbi Harold Loss, David Tisdale and Kari Provizer, LMSW,
ACSW for Virtual Bingo via Zoom! Prizes! Congratulations to
our previous winners: Carolyn Blechman, Judy Domstein, Randa
Feldman, Robert & Donna Klein and Gary Levitt. When you
register you will receive a link to a blank card. Register here:
www.temple-israel.org/bingo
MUSEUM MOMENTS #5
PAPER CUTTING & COMICS WITH ISAAC BRYNJEGARD-BIALIK
Thursday, February 11 • 3 pm
Please join us on Facebook or YouTube for the fifth episode
of our ongoing series Museum Moments, celebrating the
25th anniversary of Temple Israel’s Goodman Family Judaic &
Archival Museum Join us on Facebook Live and YouTube
8 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
TYNER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
VIRTUAL YOUNG ADULT EDUCATION:
SILVER LINING:
TEEN SPEAKER SERIES
Monday, February 8 • 5 - 6 pm
Join us on Zoom for our Teen Speaker
Series with guest, Fred Guttenberg,
author of Find The Helpers, a story
of recovery, purpose, and hope after
Parkland. To register, go to: www.temple-israel.org/silverlining
VIRTUAL ADULT EDUCATION:
For more information on Adult Education classes, contact
Lisa Kaplan at lkaplan@temple-israel.org
USER’S GUIDE FOR THE SOUL
Thursdays, February 4, 11 & 25 • 10:30 - 11:30 am
Do you want to learn about the structure of your soul? Is it possible
to navigate the flow of consciousness through the body more
masterfully? Through delving into this powerful kabbalistic text,
you will gain the tools to discover your highest self and master the
challenges of your life. Taught by Cantor Smolash. Join us virtually.
RSVP to maya@temple-israel.org for the Zoom invite.
SHAT-KNITZ: AN INTRODUCTION TO
JEWISH KNITTING AND UNUSUAL
JEWISH TEXTS
Mondays, February 8 and 15 • 7 pm
Join Rabbi Josh Bennett and Shayni
Schecter in this creative 2-part course.
Rabbi Josh will introduce us to unusual
Jewish texts and Shatnez – the Jewish concept of not mixing
of fibers. Shayni will then start us on our own knitting project!
Registrants will be provided with instructions, supply lists, and
support videos, and will create their own homemade scarf or tallit.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers. No knitting experience required.
Come join the fun! RSVP to: www.temple-israel.org/event/knit
9 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
It’s cold outside, and we are stuck inside. Join us for a deep dive
into Jewish learning featuring guest speakers and clergy, with
presentations and Zoom classes.
CREATION STORIES
Wednesday, February 3 • 12 pm
Friday, February 5 • 12 pm
In the beginning…our year has just begun, but how did the world
begin? In this two-part class we will take a look at creation stories
from a variety of religions and traditions as we explore how the
world came to be. Taught by Rabbi Arianna Gordon. RSVP to
www.temple-israel.org/event/creation
SING YOUR PRAISE: A GUIDE TO
REKINDLING FAITH
Wednesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24 • 7 pm
Through the act of praise, we can create
a virtual universe: one that helps us
explore our souls, affirm our passions,
and rekindle our faith. This series of four
one-hour workshops is intended to provide some practical tools
to traverse, appreciate, and praise the blessing that is life. Taught
by Cantor Michaels. RSVP to www.temple-israel.org/event/sing
10 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelISRAEL-DIASPORA RELATIONS
Thursday, February 4 • 12 pm
Rabbi Josh Weinberg asks, “Do we need a drastic paradigm shift
in thinking about the relationship between the Jewish community
outside of Israel and in Israel for the 21st century?” Together
we will explore different models and ideas to think about this
question. Rabbi Weinberg serves as the Vice President of the
URJ for Israel and Reform Zionism and is the Executive Director
of ARZA, the Association of Reform Zionists of America. RSVP to:
www.temple-israel.org/event/diaspora
THE PROPHETS FOR FUN AND PROFIT
Thursday, February 4 • 5:30 pm
We of the Reform Movement call ourselves Prophetic Jews. But
what does that really mean? Join Rabbi Yedwab, in this 2-part
series, and listen to the prophets speak in their own words.
Their message and its true profit may surprise you! RSVP to
www.temple-israel.org/event/profit
NEED TO READ & MEET THE
AUTHORS!
Sunday, February 7 • 10 am - Find the
Helpers with Fred Gutterman
Join us for our new author series hosted
by Rabbi Jennifer Kaluzny. With a
wonderful line-up of authors and their
books, we hope you will join us to learn more about them. This
program is geared to those who may or may not have read the
book – everyone can enjoy! Open to the community. Save the
date for the remaining two sessions in this series: March 11,
7pm- The Jews of Detroit: From the Beginning 1762-1914
with Robert Rockaway; and April 8, 7pm- The Beauty of what
Remains with Rabbi Steven Leder. For more information and to
register: www.temple-israel.org/needtoread
11 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelMUSIC AT TEMPLE
MARCH 14 • 4PM
Funded by the Sarah & Harold Gottlieb Endowment Fund
in loving memory of Stephen Gottlieb.
JEWISH JOURNEY THROUGH MUSIC
WITH AARON LEVETT AND CANTOR MICHAELS
Thursday, February 11 • 5 pm Facebook Live
Join Cantor Neil Michaels for a candid chat
with Temple Israel’s home-grown sons and
daughters, now poised to take the music
world by storm.Through the conversations,
we will learn about their time as musicians at Temple and how
these experiences played into their musical journey and manifests
in as artists today. Full line up: temple-israel.org/JewishJourneys
12 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelTEMPLE YOUTH
In Review - The Great Escape: YFTI participated in a virtual escape game.
The game was filled with puzzles, riddles and adventure. We had an
amazing time working together to escape the room, find the gold and in
record time!
In Review - Tu B’Shevat Tasting Experience: Bunk45 enjoyed delicious
Tu B’shevat traditional foods and put a special Bunk45 twist to their own
tasting experience. We had fun learning and being challenged by a fun
game of trivia to wrap up the night.
UPS U’R PURIM SWEET DELIVERY
Friends - this year is wild and crazy,
and YFTI can’t do Purim Carnival
like we normally do. So, instead
of coming to us for the fun we
are DELIVERING the SWEETS
and FUN to you! For a donation
to our youth programs, we will
deliver hamentashen, a bouquet
of flowers, bagels/lox, and an activity for the kids - either to you,
or someone of your choosing (with a handwritten note). We are
so excited about this safe, wonderful way for our teens to raise
scholarship funds for themselves and their peers. Sign up for
delivery here: www.temple-israel.org/YFTIdelivery
13 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelAFFILIATES - SISTERHOOD
FULFILL THE MITZVAH OF MISHLOACH MANOT
On Purim we emphasize the importance of Jewish unity and friendship by
sending gifts of food to friends. Sisterhood is excited to present you with a
wonderful opportunity. For more information on how to fulfill this mitzvah, go to:
www.temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
GREAT SCOTT!
Saturday, February 20 • 7 pm
Join us for an evening you don’t
want to miss! We are “teaming
up with Brotherhood” for our 2nd
annual program. This year’s event is
called “Great Scott! We’re Taking
Off to 2021- A Team Adventure
Through Time!” Biff from “Back to
the Future” has gotten hold of the Delorean and is wreaking havoc
on the continuum. You will visit the 80s, 90s, 00s & 10s and decode
puzzles, crack codes and submit photos and videos that may just
stop Biff. This program will be on Zoom and led by a professional
company. Sisterhood & Brotherhood Members: $50 per computer;
Non-Members: $60 per computer. Limit of 2 people per computer.
RSVP by February 10th: www.temple-israel.org/event/virtualtrivia
CHAI MITZVAH
Tuesday, February 16 • 10 - 11:30 am
Study monthly with a group focusing on real-life relevant issues.
Chai Mitzvah was created as a way to engage you in a Jewish
journey throughout your lives. Chai Mitzvah encourages you to
14 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israeltake some time to reflect on where you are Jewishly and what you
would like to achieve. Please join us to learn more about Passover.
Our discussions are lively and directed by Nancy Gad-Harf and
Ruth Grey and include other Sisterhood members. To register,
email Nancy Gad-Harf, ngadharf@aol.com. Questions? Contact
Andi Weiss at 248-701-6732 or Jan Kelman at 248-763-4716.
KIBBITZ WITH YOUR SISTERS
Thursday, February 25 • 10 am via Zoom
Grab a cup of coffee and join us on Zoom to chat with your
Sisters and learn what we are doing during the pandemic. We
look forward to seeing you. For more information and zoom link
please email Andi Weiss at weissand50@gmail.com.
We will be conducting our annual PASSOVER CANDY SALE
from now to March 1st. We are pleased to offer Barton’s
Kosher for Passover candy and a second (non-Passover)
catalog featuring “Gifts & Treats” for your kitchen and
home. All are perfect for your own holiday table or as gifts.
For details on how to order, go to www/temple-israel.org/
Sisterhood
15 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelTHE GIFT SHOP IS NOW OPEN ONLINE!
Shop for amazing Judaica and gift items from the
comfort of your home. February Special: 20%
off Kiddush cups. Must be over $25 and in stock;
excludes special orders. Touchless pickup is available.
Shipping and delivery options are also available. Shop at:
templeisraelgiftshop.com Questions? Call or text Debbie E. at (248)
496-4525, Debbie F. at (248) 227-2146 or Stacy at (248) 894-6617.
ORDER YOUR TRIBUTE CARDS!
Let someone know that you are thinking of them at this difficult
time. Learn more or purchase online at temple-israel.org/
Sisterhood or contact Jodie Polk at chefjimjo@yahoo.com
SAVE THE DATES
Tuesday, March 16 - Get Lucky With Your Sisters at Board and
Brush Creative Studio
Tuesday, March 23 - Sisterhood’s Women’s Freedom Seder
AFFILIATES - BROTHERHOOD
ASK ME ANYTHING WITH MICHAEL CURHAN
Thursday, February 18 • 7 pm
Adults, please join us on Zoom and ask Michael Curhan (almost)
anything you want to know about him! Open to men and women!
Register here: www.temple-israel.org/event/Ask-Me-Anything
GREAT SCOTT!
Saturday, February 20 • 7 pm
Join us for an evening you don’t want to miss! We are “teaming
up with Sisterhood” for our 2nd annual program. Details of the
event can be found on the Sisterhood page and here: www.
temple-israel.org/event/virtualtrivia
16 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelHeirloom Catering & Events
Planning on having 36 or 300?
Tailoring the occasion from micro intimate events to expansive gatherings.
From mitzvah boxes to elegant special occasions.
Let us create an inspired menu and event plan that is uniquely yours.
We now offer a stunning atrium open-air tent from
April - October on our fountain view terrace.
Contact us for a personalized tour of our spaces and to meet our event team!
Call Stephanie Brovenick for questions or to schedule your tour:
248-661-5700 - 133
HEIRLOOM HEIRLOOM
catering
& events catering
& events
17 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelLIFE CYCLE EVENTS
B’NAI MITZVAH
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5
ZACHARY RYAN FOGEL, son of Randi and Ron Fogel;
grandchild of Sheri and Jeffrey Weiss and Barry and the late
Sally Fogel. Zack is a student at West Hills Middle School. For
his mitzvah project, Zack created a Facebook event to raise
funds and awareness for the Pancreatic Action Network in
memory of his Grandma Sally.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20
DARREN BRODY MANN, son of Sara and Brad Mann,
grandchild of Susan and Howard Levin and Sharyn and the
late Harvey Mann. He is a student at West Bloomfield Middle
School. His hobbies and interests include playing and watching
sports, especially basketball. As part of his most meaningful
mitzvah project, Darren delivered cookie care packages to
homebound senior in our community during the pandemic.
ALEXIS SAMANTHA GITLER, daughter of Stella and Howard
Gitler, grandchild of Asya and Mark Nisnevich, Lois and Rick
Wonboy and Mel and Pat Gitler; great-grandchild of Sergey
Lyublin. Alexis is a student at West Hills Middle School. As
part of her most meaningful mitzvah project, she donated to
the Oakland County Animal Shelter. Alexis also raised funds
for donation to the Holocaust Memorial Center.
TEMPLE FAMILY
Births and Blessings
Beia James Apel, daughter of Ilana and Josh Apel, grandchild of
Sharon and Eli Anders and Lynn and Don Apel.
Ava Johenna Goldman, daughter of Alicia and Brad Goldman;
granddaughter of Susan & Coby Goutkovitch and Wendy & David
Mendelson and Linda and Howard Goldman; great-grandchild of
Carole Master.
Alexis Izzy Klein, daughter of Allison and Benjie Klein; granddaughter of
Noreen and Alan Klein and Esther and Ken Gold.
Baby boy and baby girl Klein, children of Aliza Bracha and Aryeh Klein,
grandchildren of Camille and George McMillan and Shari and David
Klein. Please include them in your prayers.
18 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelIvy Krasnick, daughter of Megan and Brad Krasnick; grandchild of Patty and Dan Passman and Sarah and Neal Krasnick. Gili Leket, daughter of Paz and Yiftah Leket; grandchild of Shoshi and Kobi Leket and Sara Weiss. Phillip Richard Tramer, son of Molly and Dr. Joe Tramer, grandson of Sher and Sandy Kaplan and Jen & Neil Tramer. Theo Arthur Zwiren, son of Jodie and Kyle Zwiren, grandchild of Liz and Jeff Rosenbaum and Suzanne and Mark Zwiren Weddings Jesse Ian Yedwab, son of Wendy and Rabbi Paul Yedwab to Mariana Szklarz, daughter of Alejandra Gomez del Rio and Marcelo Szklarz. In Memoriam Dr. Robert B. Ancell, husband of Judy Ancell; father of Beth (David) Fienman and Michael David Sasson; grandfather of Liam and “Drew” Andrew Fienman and Jonisha and Sequari; brother of Marvin Ancell z”l. Leslie Aronoff, brother of Ann Lynda Laurie and Donna Hammond z”l; uncle of Adam Laurie and Jason Hammond; great-uncle of Hudson Laurie, Maxwell Hammond, and Benjamin Hammond. Joyce Booke, wife of Henry Booke z”l; mother of Jaime (Gary) Rubenstein, Carin (Mark) Nathanson and Kelly Booke; grandma of Jason Rubenstein, Alex (Kristina) Rubenstein, Joshua Nathanson, Drew Nathanson, Austin Sher and Taylor Sher; great-grandma of Parker Rubenstein; daughter of Clara and Sam Licht z”l; sister of Ronald (Arlene) Licht z”l; sister-in-law of Anita Kaplan z”l. Neil Davis, brother of Ruth Davis, Mark Davis, and Gary Davis; stepfather of Jeffrey Kanagur (fiancée Kristin Waite); uncle of Kaitlin Davis, Leah (Dakota) Boisseaux, Rachelle Emerling, Benny Emerling (fiancée Briahna Shaw) and Nathan Cumbo. Mark Brian Eichner, husband of Margaret Silverman Eichner; father of Son Adam (Rachel Portnoy) Eichner and Michele (Eli) Saulson; grandfather of Kobi and Jonah Eichner, Laela, Isaac, Sophia and Fara Saulson; brother-in-law of Donna (Jim) Brennan and Susan Leiter; son of Esther and Joseph Eichner z”l; brother of Phillip Eichner z”l; son-in-law of Fara and Manny Silverman z”l. Harland “Sonny” Fine, husband of Fran Smolnick Fine; father of Rabbi David (Beth Burnstein) Fine, Bob (Betsy) Fine, and Sharon (Lloyd) Alpert; grandfather of Rabbi Avi (Erin) Fine, Naomi, Sydney, and Abbi Fine; great-grandfather of Maya Fine; son of Minnie and Abraham Fine z”l; brother of Estelle (Norman z”l) Smith z”l; son-in-law of Minnie and Samuel Smolnick z”l; uncle of Ilene (Ken) Filipiak, Alan (Marianne) Ellis, Rona Smith, and Gary Smith. 19 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
Micki Grossman, wife of Louis Grossman z”l; mother of Ross (Alan Ellias) Grossman, Marci (Mark Lempert) Grossman and Gael Grossman; grandmother of Evan Grossman-Lempert and Riley Grossman-Lempert; sister of Kenneth Sherman, Sanford Sherman, and Joyce (Elliot) Nelson. Roslyn Katzman, wife of Manny Katzman z”l; mother of Ronna (Kenneth Whiteman) Katzman, Cheri (Sandy) Topper and Gayle (Gary) Samuels; grandmother of Evan Samuels, Robyn (Brian) Shapiro, William (Nancy Motyka) Bluford, Leslee (Dave) Caplan, Danielle Bluford and Seth (Alison Bloch) Samuels; great-grandmother of Maya Caplan and Joey Caplan; sister of Sheila (Ronald) Schechter; aunt of Marla (Bruce) Schechter and Dr. Steven Schechter. Sandra “Sandy” Kopelman, wife of Jeffrey “Jeff” Kopelman; mother of Lisa (Aaron) Fenberg and Rachel Kopelman z”l; grandmother of Luke and Justin Fenberg; daughter of Rose C. and David J. Schachter z”l; sister of Arline (Allan) Rein and Rhea (Richard) Sweet; sister-in-law of Michael Kopelman. Beverly Levine, mother of Marc (Ute Groening) Levine, Nancy (Daniel) Blake, Lisa (Jonathan) Adler and Bruce (Cindy) Levine; grandmother of Blake Levine, Alec Levine, Shane Levine, Drew Levine, Anna Levine, Rebecca Levine, Jessica (Benjamin Benoliel) Blake, Emily (Jason) Price, Samuel Blake, James (Lindsay Acker) Robinson, Sarah Evelyn Adler, Kate Robinson, Ben Robinson and Katie Adler; great-grandmother of Maya Benoliel, Phoebe Price, and Josie Price; daughter of Shirley (Jerris) and Irving Benjamin z”l; sister of Gerald (Sheila) Benjamin z”l. Vita Lisnek, wife of Jerry Lisnek z”l; mother of Arden Lisnek, Stacy (Eric) Wolf, Marcy (Scott) Lesser and Jay Lisnek z”l; mother-in-law of Connee Lisnek; grandmother of Carly and Jordyn Wolf, Leslee (Dania Pate) Lisnek-Pate, Perri (Josh) Hofferth and Cary Lisnek, Blake, Grant, and Lance Lesser, Sydney Wolf, great-grandmother of Isaac. Nancy Magid Glanz-Miller, wife of David Abraham Glanz z”l and Aaron Miller z”l; mother of Ellen (Rabbi Melvin J. Glazer z”l) Mossman-Glazer, Larry (Marlene) Glanz, Debby Drutz and Ronn (Philip Freedman) Glanz; grandmother of Matthew (Jes Skillman) Mossman, Jeremy Mossman, Devorah Glanz, Brooke (Shlomo) Peretz and Madison (Michael) Hallen; great-grandmother of David Mossman, Mitchell Mossman, and Elazar Peretz; sister of Martin (Sue Beale) Magid and Ralph (Stevie) Magid; daughter of Ann Magid z”l and Benjamin Magid z”l. Susan Louise Marvin, wife of Douglas Marvin z”l; mother of Kim (Rick) Hermansen, Karen Jackson, Kevin (Lori) Marvin and Ken ( Linda) Marvin; sister of Royce Benjamin, Paul Benjamin and Joan Angert; daughter of Montville and Jean Bullard Benjamin z”l. 20 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
Albert E. Moehlman, husband of Ruth Donna Roth Moehlman z”l; father of Elizabeth Guss, Denise Moehlman, Laura (Dr. Mark) Golden and Theresa Moehlman; grandfather of Lea (Jason) Onken, Ashley (James) Mills, Harrison Golden and Joseph Little; great-grandfather of Rayden Onken; brother of Herman “Herm” (Barbara “Barb”) Moehlman. Sol Moretsky, husband of Rita Moretsky; father of Lesa (Tim) Moretsy- Jordan and Scott Moretsky; step-father of Jamie (Robert) Eisenfeld and Dr. Steven Eisenfeld; brother of Dr. Sanford (Barbara) Moretsky and Dr. Robert “Bob” (Barbara) Moretsky; grandfather of Elayna Jordan, Jacob Jordan, Michael (Sarah) Moretsky, Brynn Sheckell and Quinn Eisenfeld. Shirlee Ingber, wife of George Ingber z”l; mother of Lauri (Steven) Solomon, Marc (Jeanine) Ingber, and Bruce (Nikki) Ingber; grandmother of Dr. Spencer (Bonnie) Solomon, Rebecca Solomon, Megan Ingber, Jacquie (Brian) Lederman, Katie (Michael) Komorn, Matthew Ingber, Hillary (Matthew) Ostreicher, Allison Ingber, and Aaron (Jessica Rodnick Ingber) Ingber; great grandmother of 12 including Hannah and Brandon Solomon and Lyla, Lucy and Nathan Komorn; sister of Adeline (Al z”l) Stern and Alan Teitel z”l; sister-in-law of Gerald (Rachel z”l) Ingber z”l, Abe (Mollie z”l) Ingber z”l and Ruth (Nate z”l) Perlman z”l. Nelson Past, husband of Melinda Past; father of Matthew (Allie) Past and Noah Past; brother of Jeffrey (Mary Kristine z”l) Past; uncle of Hannah Past and Scott (Jessica) Barla. Joyce “Joy” Polk, wife of John Polk z”l; mother of Jennifer (Gary z”l) Grano, John R. “Jack” (Meg) Polk, Julianne “Juli” (Dennis z”l) Paskay, James “Jim” (Jodie) Polk z”l; grandmother of Justin (Amanda) Polk and Jessica (Neil) Barris; great-grandmother of Jonah Polk; daughter of Marian Johnston Morrison and John R. Morrison z”l and Frances Morrison Beaumont z”l; sister of Early (Thomas) Clark and James A. (Pennis) Morrison z”l. Albert Resnick, husband of Suzanne Serlin-Resnick; brother of Mary (“Burt” Burton) Schwartz; father of Jeff (Cheryl) Spitzer-Resnick, Nathan (Aurora) Resnick, and Sara (Steve) Cohen; stepfather of Michelle (Troy) Zukowski-Serlin, Richard (Orsolya) Serlin and Joel Serlin z”l; grandfather of Julia, Rachel, Josh, Zachary, Dylan, Leah, and Jonah; family of Marshall Sherman and Jasmine Guin-Jackson; brother of William Resnick z”l and Milton Resnick z”l. Elaine Stein Richman, wife of Paul Richman; mother of Jamie, Cathy and Elise; mother-in-law of Lowell, Max and Danny; grandmother of Ryan, Brent, Sydney, Alexa, Ari, Ilan, Milena and Nathalie; sister of Judy Michnoff and Beverly Blas; sister-in-law of Irma Starr (Ed) Taylor and Marsha (Neil) Millman and Dr. Hal (Pam) Richman. 21 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
Sally Ann (Rosenbloom) Belson, wife of Steven A. Belson; mother of
Jaclyn Elise Belson, Carly Michelle Belson and Joey (Joe Joe) Belson;
sister of Lee Rosenbloom and Nanci Rosenbloom Kahn; daughter of
Joan Constance and Gerald Rosenbloom z”; lifelong friend of Janie
(Hamburger) Starkman and Lori (Goldstick) Gottlieb.
Karen Rubenfaer, wife of Dr. Leon Rubenfaer; mother of Steve (Amira
Haidary) Rubenfaer and Rachel (Gabriel “Gabe”) Karp; grandmother
of Jillian, Amelia and Violet Karp; sister of Stanley (Grace) Shackman
and Norman (Sybil z”l) Shackman z”l; daughter of Gittle and Daniel
Shackman z”l.
Lawrence “Larry” Singer, husband of Rena Singer; father of Staci
(Scott) Kelley, Marci (Steven) Rotenberg and Barri (Monique Aziz) Singer;
grandfather of Max, Sydni and Logan Rotenberg and Carson Kelley;
brother of Dr. Stanford (Judy) Singer; brother-in-law of Sanford Stacey
and Gloria Stacey z”l.
Linda Kaplan Stone, wife of Raymond Stone; mother of Jeff (Stephanie)
Kaplan, Eric Kaplan and Glenn (Robyn) Kaplan; grandmother of Hannah,
Samantha and Peyton Kaplan and Jordyn, Ashley, Jared, Jessica and
Amanda Kaplan; sister of Debbie (Stan) Abram and the late Wayne
Coller; sister-in-law of Nancy Coller.
Adrienne Roberts Telford, mother of Gina (“Kenny” Kenneth) Walters;
grandmother of Benjamin Philip Walters and Cara Brooke Walters; sister
of Jan (Larry) Freedman; aunt of Robin Bologna and Jill Freedman z”l;
daughter of the late Philip and Harriet Glickman; wife of John Telford.
Martin Weberman, father of Hal Weberman and Josh (Jessica
Ricksgers) Weberman, son of Ann and Herman Weberman z”l, brother
of Abe (Barbara) Weberman and Philip (Peggy) Weberman, uncle of
Jeffrey (Erika) Weberman, Michael Weberman, Karen (Ben) Bain, Jessica
(Jonathan) Ben-kiki, and Jeremy Weberman, former spouse of Karen
Weberman, dear friend of Abe (Esther) Schwartz and Karen Gladstone.
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22 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple IsraelTRIBUTES ADMINISTRATOR’S DISCRETIONARY FUND For charitable purposes. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Rabbi Harold Loss – Sharone and Joseph Bigelman In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Vicki and Phil Goldsmith DONNA & ALLAN APPLE FUND FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Provides madrachim support for children with special needs. In Honor Of: Special Birthday of Allan Apple – Karen and Ricky Erlich; Mickey and Cal Mackey; Nira and Bob Slutsky In appreciation of Calvin Mackey – Jerry Maltzman In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Abramson Dickie Lewiston – Beverly Gantz Joan March; Gerald Sallan – Sherry and Steve Shanbom Martin Weberman – Barbara and Sandy Szirtes MARY LOU & GARY BERNDT MINYAN FUND Supports minyans at Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Dr. Joann Bennett – Debbie and Mike Eichenhorn TEMPLE ISRAEL BROTHERHOOD FUND Supports Temple Israel Brotherhood programming. In Memory Of: Patrizia Levine; Karen Rubenfaer – Shellie and Steven Achtman BROWN FAMILY HEBREW EDUCATION FUND Provides a full need-based Hebrew School scholarship annually. In Memory Of: Jerry Aronoff – Susan and Benjamin Levine Gerald Sallan – Lisa and Alan Wittenberg & Family CANTORS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND For charitable purposes. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Cantor Michael Smolash – Alexis Mann 23 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Linda and Howard Newman Gary Weiss – Esther Beneson CARING COMMUNITY FUND Supports the programs of Temple Israel’s Caring Community. In Honor Of: Special Birthday of Dennis Frank – Nancy Krawitz Mazel Tov on the B’not Mitzvah of Baila Jasgur and Simone Jasgur – Barbara and Irving Tukel Mazel Tov on the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Linda and Eddie Shapiro – Susan and Stuart Levine In Memory Of: Dr. Jerry Aronoff – Caryn and Harold Rothenberg Elsa Bleeman; Manny Bleeman – Stacy and Jeffrey Brodsky Donald Borsand – Barbara and Irving Tukel Beverly Goldberg – Shawn and Jeffrey Forman Michael Goodboe: Sylvia Weingart – Caryn and Hersh Rothenberg Howard Leshman – Barbara Bayson; Carolyn and Steven Marks; Michelle and Jason Rosenfeld; Lizzy Fields and Scott Willis Evelyn Orbach; Gary Weiss – Carolyn and Steven Marks Gerald Sallan – Carolyn and Steven Marks; Caryn and Hersh Rothenberg Arthur Schneider – Dee Dee and Norm Lynn Marking Yahrzeit Of: Loretha “Lou” Nelkin – Marla and Murray Feldman CONCERT/LECTURE FUND OF TEMPLE ISRAEL Assists in the support of concerts and lectures at Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Barbara and Jeffrey Shillman ETHEL & ROBERT DANTO CHILDREN’S LIBRARY & MEDIA CENTER FUND Provides annual support for the Hodari Family Children’s Library and Media Center. In Honor Of: Mazel Tov on the B’nai Mitzvah of Morgan Berman and Sloane Berman – Sher Kaplan and Marsha Weiss In Memory Of: Priscilla Bachaiov – Sheryl, Noah and Zachary Collen 24 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
ARTHUR DUBIN CHILDREN’S SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL FUND Aids families with children with special needs. In Memory Of: Brad Beck – Debbie Rottman Susie Mae Morris; Evelyn Orbach – Art Dubin and Howard Dubin Geri Welton – Carol Plotnik Marking Yahrzeit Of: Emory Black – Leslie and Roger Black STEPHANIE HOPE ELLIS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND Assists a college-bound Temple Israel Religious School Senior. Marking Yahrzeit Of: Joseph Grant – Barbara and Barry Grant GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND Provides long term funding for Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Esther Magy; Irving Magy – Stuart Magy TEMPLE ISRAEL ENVIRONMENTAL FUND Supports Temple Israel environmental projects. In Honor Of: Mazel Tov on the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Cindy and Fred – Lynn Bigelman and Arnie Rubin HIDDEN JEWS OF ETHIOPIA FUND In Honor Of: In appreciation of Rabbi Josh Bennett – Rhoda Paull In appreciation of Suzi Colman – Jeffrey Colman In appreciation of Matthew Devaney – Tina Connell; Mrs. Heather Deddeh; Lora Weingarden In appreciation of Temple Israel – Mrs. Heather Deddeh ANNE & EDWARD FIENMAN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides a college scholarship to a graduating senior from Temple Israel Religious School. In Memory Of: Gary Weiss – Jo and Richard Coskey; Beth Erman; Frances Wolok and Harold Fellows; Aviva Fridman; Elaine and Shelly Greenberg; Shirley Halprin; Eileen and Jerry Isenberg; Carole Isner; Susan and Danny Kaplan; Elaine Kauffman; Risa and Brian Kirschner & Family; Elissa and Danny Kline; Carol and Michael Kromirs; Faye and Michael Krut; Barbara Saltz; Essie Stillman 25 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
FLORENCE A. GELLER FOOD FOR THE NEEDY FUND Provides food for the needy. In Memory Of: Eileen Hemmi – Laura and Dr. Ron Miller GENERAL GIFTS FUND Provides general financial support of Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Margaret and Adam Bornstein; Stephanie, Josh and Max Freedman; Julie Kowalsky Karen Rubenfaer – Michelle and Steve Adamczyk DR. FREDRIC & LINDA GOLD NEWLYWED MEZUZAH FUND Provides a new Mezuzah and scroll to all newlywed couples blessed by our rabbis. In Honor Of: 50th Wedding Anniversary of Cheryl and Marc Bocknek – Linda and Eddie Shapiro Wishing a speedy recovery of Fred Gold – Marjorie and Harold Weinhaus Mazel Tov on the engagement of Melissa Mendelson and Adam Neff – Leslie and Alan Ruby ESTHER & JACK GORBACK FAMILY ARCHIVES FUND Supports the Temple Israel archives. In Memory Of: Gary Weiss – Sarita and Daniel Bagdade; Sue and Burton Brodsky; Jennifer Emard, RPM; Rachel Einstandig; Lillian Goldberg; Linda and Murray Goldenberg; Ruth and Jim Grey; Barbara and Steven Gutman; Marla and John Holzer; Karen and Keith Kalish; Patty and Barry Kideckel; Jerald Maltzman; Beverly and Sheldon Scharg; Deborah and Eric Schiffer & Family; Jeffrey Shapiro; Marci and Marvin Shulman; Sherrie and Norty Stern; Barbara and Sandy Szirtes; Yolanda and David Tisdale; Enid and Sam Wapner; Milton Wohl HAROLD GOTTLIEB CAMP TAMARACK SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides need-based scholarships for Temple Israel children attending Camp Tamarack. In Memory Of: Sylvia Weingart – Barbara and Erwin Gutenberg 26 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
AVIVA PEARL HERMAN MEMORIAL SHARE FUND Provides support to those who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. In Honor Of: Mazel Tov on the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Cheryl and Marc Bocknek – Gina and Arthur Horwitz & Family; Merle and Ron Schwartz Wishing a speedy recovery of Merle Schwartz – Barbara and Dan Abramson Wishing a Happy Chanukah to Merle and Ronald Schwartz – Shelley and Dennis Kash Mazel Tov on the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Linda and Eddie Shapiro – Cheryl and Marc Bocknek Mazel Tov on the 50th Wedding Anniversary of DeDe and Jerry Weinberg – Merle and Ron Schwartz In Memory Of: Helen Fealk – Merle and Ron Schwartz ESTELLE HURWITZ BAR/BAT MITZVAH MEMORIAL FUND Assists Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrants with their Bar/Bat Mitzvah expenses at Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Gail and Hershel Epstein HUTTON FAMILY YOUTH GROUP FUND Provides non-budgeted goods, services and equipment to Temple Israel’s High School youth activities. In Honor Of: Mazel Tov on the engagement of Sarah Hutton and Mike Monticciolo – Shelley and Dr. Lenny Hutton In Memory Of: Jamie Shafer – Shelley and Dr. Lenny Hutton IWREY FAMILY SPECIAL NEEDS FUND Provides senior programming, transportation and other special needs. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Stephanie Brovenick – Carolyn and Howard Iwrey In appreciation of Carolyn and Howard Iwrey – Lisa and Dale Garber & Family In Memory Of: Sylvia Weingart; Gary Weiss – Carolyn and Howard Iwrey Norma York – Debbie and Al Iwrey 27 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
KAMIL FAMILY MEMORIAL FUND Assists the community through Family Life Center programming. In Memory Of: Stanley Levy – Leslie Kamil, Lisa Kamil and Flo Kamil Dessen STEPHAN ROSENBERGER KANDEL NURSERY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides scholarships for nursery and bereavement books for bereaved parents. In Memory Of: Stephan Rosenberger Kandel – Edee and Larry Sands Marking Yahrzeit Of: Stevie Kandel – Elaine Bertsch and Lillian White; Renee and Mark Feinberg BERTHA & HARRY KIFFERSTEIN SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMMING FUND Supports senior programming at Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Richard Lewiston; Shila Morganroth – Marsha and Warren Kifferstein Gary Weiss – Kifferstein Family LARRY LEVIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides a scholarship for a Temple Israel student for camp or other youth summer trips. In Memory Of: Roslyn Eisen; Richard Lewiston – Carole Levin; Arlene Pierce Bernie Friedman – Elaine and Mel Raznick Shila Morganroth – Arlene Pierce Gary Weiss – Nancy and Phillip Bortman SAMUEL TODD LEVINE BABY BOOK FUND Provides members or children of members with a baby book when their newborns are blessed at Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Bernie Friedman; Gary Weiss – Sara and Cary Goldberg LIBRARY FUND Supports Temple Israel libraries. In Memory Of: Arthur Schneider – Deborah and Eric Schiffer & Family Sylvia Weingart – Phyllis and Alan Kritz 28 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
Arna Elkes; Ronald Elkes; Sidney Elkes; Norma Fienman; John Steele; Samuel Zeldes; Sarah Zeldes; Leon Zisman; Miriam Zisman – Harriet and Jeff Steele Marking Yahrzeit Of: Audrey Cornfield Lacoff – Ellen and Cary Adelman ROSALYN LINER & BARRY LINER MEMORIAL FUND Supports the annual Temple Israel Chanukah party. In Memory Of: Karen Rubenfaer; Gary Weiss – Judy and Kent Siegel SUSAN & RABBI HAROLD LOSS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides Early Childhood Center scholarships. In Honor Of: Special Birthday of Jack Cherney – Carolyn and Steven Marks Mazel Tov on the birth of Alexis Izzy Klein – Mr. and Mrs. Murray Feldman Wishing a Happy Chanukah to Susan & Rabbi Harold Loss, Jen and Larry Biegelsen & Family, Shayna and Josh Levine & Family and Talia and Ari Dolgin & Family – Joan and Ronnie Levin In Memory Of: Marilyn Gvazda – Piper Family Howard Leshman – Dr. and Mrs. Jason Hafron; Dr. Amy Marks and Family; Karen and Keith Simmons Evelyn Orbach – Barbara Saltz Lois Graff Rubin – Karen and Keith Simmons Sylvia Weingart – Flora Goldfarb Gary Weiss – Judie and Jerry Kroot; Dr. Amy Marks & Family LOUIS & LILY MARGOLIS FAMILY CHALLAH FUND Provides Challah to new members, and to those members returning home from the hospital or nursing care. In Honor Of: Special Birthday of Larry Tisdale – Yolanda and David Tisdale In appreciation of Temple Israel and Clergy – Drew Millman & Family PEGGY AND HARRY MILLER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides Early Childhood Center scholarships. In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Helen and Charlie Kaye 29 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
BARBARA AND LAWRENCE MILLMAN FAMILY CHANUKAH FUND Provides holiday celebrations for those in need, through the Temple Israel No Temple Family Without A Chanukah Program. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Leo and Zoe Laker; In appreciation of Miles, Eli and Clara Laker; In appreciation of Sawyer and Eden Smith – Renee and Marty Laker Wishing a Happy Chanukah to Barbara and Larry Millman – Drew, Zachary, Noah and Joshua Millman Wishing you a Happy Chanukah Merle and Ronald Schwartz – Shelley and Dennis Kash In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Marlene Rose MINDELL/KUTINSKY EMERGENCY NEEDS MEMORIAL FUND Provides emergency assistance to families in crisis. In Memory Of: Frank Kutinsky – Equity Solutions USA; Shellie Curtis, Jerry Curtis and Moshe Koren Natalio Sabal – Diane Krome KEFFY & CANTOR HAROLD ORBACH CHILDREN’S CONCERT FUND Supports Temple Israel’s children’s concerts. In Memory Of: Evelyn Orbach – Elissa and Danny Kline; Yolanda and David Tisdale ISAAC z”l & YETTA PANN BIKKUR CHAVERIM FUND Provides volunteer support and materials for visitation of home bound/ nursing home individuals. In Memory Of: Sanford Cohen – Yolanda and David Tisdale SCOTT DAVID PAZNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR SINGLE PARENTS Provides Temple Israel Religious School scholarships to single parent recipients. In Memory Of: Harry Schwartz – Sher and Sanford Kaplan 30 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
IRVING & SARAH PITT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides college scholarships to deserving Temple Israel seniors. In Memory Of: Howard Leshman – Lindsay and Ryan Dembs PRAYER BOOK FUND Provides prayer books and other religious publications for Temple Israel use. In Memory Of: Karen Rubenfaer – Sandra Weisenthal Marking Yahrzeit Of: Ernest Armstrong – Sandra Weisenthal and Family RABBIS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND For charitable purposes. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Rabbi Josh Bennett – Marsha and Mark Klein; Alexis Mann Mazel Tov to Rabbi Josh Bennett on your 25 years at Temple Israel – Liz Ring Fellows & Family In appreciation of Temple Israel Clergy – Linda Newman In Memory Of: Dr. Jerry Aronoff – Judy Miller & Family; Susan and Jules Myerson Irene Al-Azem – Alyah Al-Azem Bernie Friedman – Fran Wolok Beverly Goldberg – Pamela and David Haron Marilyn Gvazda – Reva and Bob Rosen Howard Leshman – Carmen Biederman; Eden, Kevin, Skylar and Zachary Elbinger; Lane and Les Klein; Janice and Arnie Tracht Dr. Stanley Levy; Harry Schwartz – Shelley and Neil Chaness Richard Lewiston – Harriett Freedman Shila Morganroth – Harold Fellows Susie Mae Morris – Gersh Cooper Ilene Stein – Shelley and Allan Kalmus Gary Weiss – Gerson Cooper; Sandy and Roger Henkin; Judy Miller & Family FAYE & DON REIFLER MEMORIAL YOUTH TRIP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Provides scholarships to Temple Israel youth group members to attend youth trips. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Temple Israel Clergy and Staff – Dr. Sharon and Barry Rosenberg 31 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
In Memory Of: Ann Aronson – Carol and Ross Fridson Krista Brasch; Erwin Lieberman; Gerald Sallan – Amy, J.J., Madi and Morgan Reifler JEFFREY DAVID ROCHEN MEMORIAL FUND Provides programming for suicide prevention and to combat bullying for young people in our community. In Memory Of: Martin Weberman – Phyllis and Don Rochen MICHAEL N. ROTH CAMP SCHOLARSHIP MEMORIAL FUND Provides support for URJ Camp Scholarships. In Memory Of: Dr. Stanley Levy – Janie Roth & Family Lois Rubin – Jackie Lipshaw LYNN & HARVEY RUBIN SOCIAL ACTION FUND Funds social action programming. In Honor Of: Wishing a speedy recovery to Irene Landau; Wishing a speedy recovery to Mel Raznick – Lynn and Harvey Rubin In Memory Of: Howard Leshman; Richard Lewiston – Lynn and Harvey Rubin SAMSON FAMILY MINYAN FUND Assists in the expenses of the daily Minyan. In Memory Of: Brad Beck – Barbara and Allan Ben Gary Weiss – Barbara and Norman Samson Marking Yahrzeit Of: Martha Boraks; Paul Boraks; Pauline Samson – Barbara and Norman Samson & Family REGENE & LESLIE SCHMIER CONCERT SERIES ENDOWMENT FUND Provides in perpetuity a high-quality, no charge concert series for the benefit of Temple members, their families and the community at large. In Honor Of: 60th Birthday of David Friedman – Arlene and Rick Selik 32 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
ABRAHAM SEIDERMAN COLLEGE EDUCATION FUND Provides financial assistance to students still striving to achieve their academic potential. Marking Yahrzeit Of: David Brevoort – Seiderman Family EVAN SHAPIRO FUND FOR THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER Provides cancer awareness educational programs at Temple Israel. In Memory Of: Ruth Carnick – Olivia, Dennis, Jeremy and Matt Ross Gary Weiss – Priscilla and Rod Finegold TEMPLE ISRAEL SISTERHOOD FUND Supports Temple Israel Sisterhood programming. In Honor Of: Special Birthday of Sherry Goren – Aaron Goren Mazel Tov on the B’not Mitzvah of Ella Rosender and Molly Rosender – Wendy and Larry Kohlenberg In Memory Of: Eileen Hemmi – Wendy, Larry, Jared and Liza Kohlenberg David Marcus – Finkelstein Family Sylvia Weingart – Wendy and Larry Kohlenberg Gary Weiss – Laurie and Mark Blinder; Wendy and Larry Kohlenberg; Andi Weiss SISTERHOOD GREENHOUSE FUND Provide support for the Early Childhood Center Greenhouse. In Honor Of: Special Birthday of Wendy Kohlenberg – Susan Singer Wishing a speedy recovery of Karen Winshall – Elissa and Danny Kline In Memory Of: Suzi Morris – Laila Cohen and Diane Okun Sylvia Weingart – Diane Okun KOLE-OTIS-SKLAR FAMILIES EARLY EDUCATION FUND IN MEMORY OF SHEILA OTIS SKLAR, ROSE WEIDER OTIS & IRVIN OTIS Supports Nursery (ECC) Tot Shabbat picnic programs. In Honor Of: Wishing a very Happy & Bright Hanukkah to the Kole Family – Gail Cohen 33 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER ENDOWMENT Supports Temple Israel’s Family Life Center. In Memory Of: Julie Sosnick – Hadas and Dennis Bernard; Roz and Sanford Blanck; Julie Buch; Adriana, Steven and Seth Canner; Randy and Trayce Fenton; Finsilver Family; Linda Friedlaender; Erica and Ralph Gerson; Bobbi and Rob Gordon; Nancy and Jim Grosfeld; Anita and Robert Naftaly; Rose and David Handleman; Deborah Tyner and Richard Herman; The Jewish Fund Board of Directors; Sherri Ketai; Beverly and Arthur Liss; Julie Morganstern; Pollack Family; Marc Schwartz; Jane and Larry Sherman; Lenore and Alan Singer; Shelley and Joel Tauber Marking Yahrzeit Of: Lindsey Finsilver – Shari and Stanley Finsilver STARK FAMILY FUND Provides family programming. In Memory Of: Bluma Stark; Jay Stark; Sandy Stark; Jane Yanitz; Larry Yanitz – Rabbi Eric Stark DOROTHY THAL SUMMER CAMP FUND An award to a Temple Israel youth wishing to participate in a Jewish camp program. In Honor Of: In honor of Ileane z”l and Bruce Thal – Robert Thal THE TOBIAS FUND Leadership opportunities for Temple members. In Memory Of: Beverly Goldberg – Shelley and Neil Chaness; Yolanda and David Tisdale SUZANNE & HERBERT TYNER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND Provides religious school funding. In Memory Of: Arthur Schneider – Carrie and Daniel Rudman & Family JUANITA & GEORGE VICTOR MI SHEBEIRACH BLANKET FUND Provides Mi Shebeirach blankets to hospital, nursing home and rehab patients. In Memory Of: Beverly Goldberg; Evelyn Orbach; Sylvia Weingart – Linda Brodsky Karen Rubenfaer – Sheri Lee and Dennis Brodsky 34 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
Gary Weiss – Linda Brodsky and Ronda Brodsky; Sheri Lee and Dennis Brodsky WENDY & RABBI PAUL YEDWAB YOUTH ENRICHMENT FUND Supports a variety of youth enrichment activities offered or sponsored by Temple Israel. In Honor Of: 75th Birthday Margie Hirsch – Barbara and Norman Samson Mazel Tov on the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Linda and Eddie Shapiro – Karen Pleasant In Memory Of: Dr. Jerry Aronoff – Donna and Michael Chaben Donald Borsand – Aaron Brooks, Jason, Amy, Brandon and Natalie Brooks YFTI FUND Supports YFTI activities. In Honor Of: In appreciation of Rabbi Jen Lader – Daniel Sillman and Kim Ross Mazel Tov on the birth of Grant Stanley Sallen – Beth and Robert Sklar In Memory Of: Jerry Aronoff – Susan Schneiderman Howard Leshman – Sheri and David Jaffa Sylvia Weingart – Beth and Robert Sklar YOUTH ISRAEL PILGRIMAGE FUND Supports youth scholarships for Temple Israel sponsored trips to Israel. In Memory Of: Bernie Friedman – Sherrie and Norty Stern Corrine Wise – Patty Richie JUDITH & RICHARD ZATKIN YOUTH FUND Provides resources for Youth Group programs. In Memory Of: Krista Brasch; Evelyn Orbach; Gary Weiss – Lynn and Don Apel FUNDS BEING FORMED PHYLLIS & DR. GERALD z”l BRICKNER FAMILY FUND In Memory Of: Alan Orman – Phyllis Brickner; Julie and Billy Stern & Family 35 February 2021 • Shevat/Adar 5781 Temple Israel
DR. JOEL FORMAN FAMILY CHALLAH ROLL FUND
In Memory Of:
Gary Alan Weiss – Debra and Miles Singer
DAVID AND STACY GORDON FAMILY “DO GOOD FUND”
Supports programming at Temple Israel that benefits the greater good
of our community geared toward social action endeavors.
In Honor Of:
Mazel Tov on the 90th Birthday of Harvey Gordon – Mindy and Jimmy
Aronovitz; Arlene Licht
In appreciation of Temple Israel’s Fresh Food Pantry – Sara and Andrew
Craig
In Memory Of:
Donna Goren – Mindy and Jimmy Aronovitz
Marking Yahrzeit Of:
Manny Bleeman; Elsa Bleeman – Lynn and Jeff Aleman
RICHARD MONASH CARING FUND
In Memory Of:
Faye Benenson; Karen Rubenfaer; Gerald Sallan – Lisa and Rick Rubenfaer
Ruth Carnick – Olivia, Dennis, Jeremy and Matt Ross
Howard Leshman – Adrienne and Jerry Weinstein
JEFFREY SURNOW MEMORIAL FUND
In Memory Of:
Jeffrey Surnow – David P. Stanislaw
Mark an Occasion or Remember a Loved One
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Temple-Israel.org
Volume 63 • February 2021 • Number 2
Affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism
Clergy
Rabbi Harold S. Loss | Rabbi Paul M. Yedwab
Rabbi Joshua L. Bennett | Rabbi Marla R. Hornsten
Rabbi Jennifer T. Kaluzny | Rabbi Jennifer M. Lader
Cantor Michael Smolash (The Stephen Gottliebz”l Cantorial Chair)
Cantor Neil Michaels (The Stephen Gottliebz”l Cantorial Chair)
Rabbi Leon Fram (1895-1987) | Rabbi M. Robert Syme (1920-2003)
Cantor Harold Orbach (1931-2014) | Cantor Robert Tulman (1904-1960)
Professional Staff
Rabbi Arianna L. Gordon, RJE - Education & Lifelong Learning Director
Rabbi Jeffrey Stombaugh - Director of The Well
David M. Tisdale - Chief Executive Officer
Alan Harris - Chief Operating Officer
Julie Eisman Levy - Early Childhood Center Director
Kari Provizer, LMSW, ACSW - Family Life Center Director
Lauren Marcus Johnson - Libraries and Media Center Director
Marci S. Grossman, C.P.A. - Controller
Eric Groh - Facilities Director
Officers
Michael Curhan - President | Joseph Bigelman - Vice President
Ellie Bittker - Vice President | Andrew Bocknek - Treasurer
Debra Gordon - Secretary | Lee Hurwitz - Member at Large
Hilary King - Past President / Chief Strategic Officer
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