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CONGREGATION ADATH JESHURUN
September 2016 • Av/Elul 5776 • Vol. 101 • No. 1
THIS MONTH’S ISSUE
You may notice that the
AJ Newsletter looks a
little different! We have
“rethought” the content
and layout of our newsletter
and hope you find it useful
and interesting. For more
information on the changes
we’re making, please see
page 6.
SOME OF WHAT’S INSIDE
Harnessing Our Best Traits........................ 1
As Easy as Alef, Bet, Gimmel..................... 3
Introducing the Shabbat Experience........ 6
A Letter to Noa......................................... 9
High Holy Day Services Information....... 10
Sukkot Information................................ 13
What Are We Leaving Behind?............... 16
REGULAR DEPARTMENTS
AJ Person of the Month............................ 8
Bar and Bat Mitzvahs This Month............. 7
Calendar for September........................... 5
Donations.............................................. 22
Kid’s Corner............................................ 12
Seasons of Our Lives............................... 19
Service Schedule...................................... 2
What’s Happening at AJ........................... 4
Yahrzeits................................................ 20
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Harnessing Our Best Traits
By Rabbi Rachel Kobrin
Last year, on Yom Kippur, I told a story
about Tal Ben Shachar. You might remember
the story. He had become the Israeli squash
champion. He had succeeded in fulfilling what
he thought was his deepest dream. And then,
upon winning the championship and beaming
with joy, his emotions changed. He felt empty.
And he realized in that moment that true
happiness, true contentment, was much deeper
and more complex than becoming a national champion.
What he yearned for was meaning.
For Ben Shachar, this realization prompted an entire
career, built in the field of Positive Psychology. What is
Positive Psychology? Normative Psychology is the study
of what is wrong — what is troubling a person — and
how it can be fixed. Positive Psychology is the study of
what is right. What makes a person happy. What brings
us meaning. And how we can have more of that.
In recent years, religious thinkers — and rabbis, in
particular — have been intrigued by the interconnection
of ritual and communal and spiritual life with Positive
Psychology. Do experiences in a religious setting add
more meaning — and therefore more joy — to our
lives? For those of us who have chosen to devote our
lives to fostering holy moments in holy community,
we certainly hope the answer is yes.
The newest, most cutting-edge science in the discipline
of Positive Psychology is linking our ability to understand
and hone our best character traits with our ability to find
happiness and meaning in life. The research has shown
that our sense of fulfillment is greatly improved when
we are able to hone and accentuate our greatest traits.
The VIA Institute in Cincinnati (www.viacharacter.org )
has been studying these findings, and this year they are
partnering with the Center for Learning and Leadership
(Clal) (www.clal.org/) in New York City to explore how
these character traits and Jewish ritual go hand in hand.
For the past five years, I have been a Rabbis Without
Borders Fellow with Clal, and have been privileged to
have been exposed to cutting-edge learning with rabbis
from throughout the country. My involvement with Clal
has been incredibly rewarding and has really helped to
shape my rabbinate.
This summer, we were given some exciting news. AJ was
chosen, along with nine other communities from across
the country, to explore some of these new questions of
meaning, happiness and religious observance and their
link to our best character traits.
What does this mean for us? It means that I will be part
of a new think tank, along with Reform, Reconstructionist, and other Conservative rabbis from synagogues
throughout the country. We will read together, explore
together, and spend five days learning together in
December. I will be given some private coaching,
particularly focused on harnessing my best character
traits, and how I can use them to foster meaningful rituals
for our community at AJ.
At AJ, we will explore how certain rituals bring us
meaning — and why they bring us meaning. Sometimes
rituals impact us because we have been doing them for
many years, and they bring back wonderful memories.
Kiddush on Friday night. The High Holy Day Torah service.
A bris. Blessing our children. Other times, new rituals
create meaning for us because they touch us in tender and
personal ways. Singing “Hashkivenu” at Strings Attached.
Passing the Torah from generation to generation. A Simhat
Bat ceremony for a baby girl in a home. Our mishaberach
ritual around the Torah. As a community, there will be
opportunities for each of us to explore our own personality
strengths as well as rituals we find to be personally
meaningful and inspiring, and to share our experiences.
May we all be inspired to elevate our best personality
traits in 5777, as we grow in our own personal evolution
of self and continue to deepen our Jewish practice.
September 2016 • Av /Elul 5776 1
Service Schedule
ROSH HODESH ELUL
SHABBAT RE’EH
September 2, 3, 2016
SHABBAT KiTETZE
30 Av/1 Elul 5776
Light Shabbat Candles..............................................7:11 PM
FRIDAY EVENING
•Minhah and Kabbalat Shabbat..................6:15 PM
SATURDAY MORNING
•Chapel Service at AJ................................10:00 AM
•Havurah Service......................................10:30 AM
SATURDAY AFTERNOON
•Minhah-Ma’ariv-Havdalah........................7:15 PM
SUNDAY MORNING
•Chapel Service..........................................9:00 AM
•••
September 5, 2016
LABOR DAY
•••
SHABBAT SHOFTIM
7 Elul 5776
FRIDAY EVENING
•Kabbalat Shabbat: Shabbat Rocks!............6:15 PM
See description on page 12.
SATURDAY MORNING
•Chapel Service at AJ..................................9:30 AM
Bar Mitzvah
of
JOSHUA BRADFORD “BRAD” BLUESTINE
Son of Eric and Marissa Bluestine
SATURDAY AFTERNOON
•••
FRIDAY EVENING
•The Shabbat Experience at Beth Sholom....5:45 PM
See description on page 6. No service at AJ.
•In-Town Shabbat......................................7:30 PM
SATURDAY MORNING
•Sanctuary Service at AJ.............................9:30 AM
SATURDAY AFTERNOON
B’not Mitzvah
of
ROBYN AND MELENA WALTER
Daughters of Raul and Hillary Walter
•••
2 Elul 5776
MONDAY MORNING
•Chapel Service..........................................9:00 AM
14 Elul 5776
SHABBAT KiTAVO
21 Elul 5776
•••
SHABBAT NITZAVIM
28 Elul 5776
FRIDAY EVENING
•Kabbalat Shabbat.....................................6:15 PM
SATURDAY MORNING
•Chapel Service at AJ..................................9:30 AM
SATURDAY EVENING
Lunch and Learn Noontime Torah at AJ
Tuesdays, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
The Rabbinical Assembly–Mid-Atlantic Region invites you to join us weekly at noon for the study of Torah. A rabbi
and other like-minded individuals await you to engage in exciting discussion and thoughtful analysis of the
weekly Torah portion or other stimulating topic. Each class is self-contained so you can plug in at any given week.
Bring your lunch and a Bible; drinks will be provided. All are welcome. For more information or a list of other
locations, call AJ at 215.635.6611 or the main coordinating office of Rabbi Gary Charlestein (610.239.6003).
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EVENING SERVICES
Monday through Thursday......................................7:00 PM
In the month of September, Monday through Thursday
evening services will be at AJ at 7:00 PM. In the month of
October, Monday through Thursday evening services will be
at Beth Sholom at 7:00 PM.
SUNDAY EVENING MINYAN
In September..............................................at AJ at 7:00 PM
In October.................................. at Beth Sholom at 7:00 PM
EVERY SHABBAT…
FRIDAY EVENING
•Kabbalat Shabbat.....................................6:15 PM
SATURDAY MORNING
•Joint Service at Beth Sholom.....................9:15 AM
SATURDAY EVENING
•Selihot beginning with Minhah at AJ.........6:50 PM
Joint service with Beth Sholom
See description on page 11.
September 30, October 1, 2016
DAILY MINYAN MORNING SERVICES
Sunday....................................................................9:00 AM
Monday and Thursday.............................................7:20 AM
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday..............................7:30 AM
Rosh Hodesh Services (weekday)............................7:00 AM
Parashat HaShavuah
12:30 PM,
Braemer Auditorium
FAMILY SERVICES
Look for some new tot and family services coming this fall!
Melissa Raub, our new Youth Director (shared with Beth
Sholom), is working on a set of programs that will engage
and excite young families.
Share the Sponsorship
of an Extended Kiddush!
What a wonderful way to celebrate
on a Saturday afternoon!
Do you have a birthday, anniversary, or a bar or
bat mitzvah anniversary coming up? Sponsor a
kiddush for any special occasion, or just because!
Contact Robert Friedman at 215.635.6611,
ext. 112 for more information.
Catering
Babayit In-House Catering
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
“Stay Home with Us”
Torah Reading for Adults
Have you always wanted to learn to read
Hebrew? Or chant Torah or Haftarah? A class
will be starting on Saturday mornings after services
beginning on October 29. In addition, there will be
a Friday afternoon class from 5:45 – 6:15 PM before
Kabbalat Shabbat services. Please call the office at
215.635.6611 to register your interest.
As Easy As Alef, Bet, Gimel
President’s
Message By Bruce Armon
By Bruce Armon, President of Adath Jeshurun
I hope you had a very relaxing and enjoyable summer. The High Holy Days and fall are just around the corner and our clergy and professional staff have
been hard at work to get ready for an exciting year at our AJ. There is a great deal that has to happen for AJ to be ready for the High Holy Days. Despite
the Jackson 5 lyrics, it’s not as easy as 1, 2, 3 or A, B, C. There are also a lot of things that each of our AJ congregants do on a daily basis to help make AJ
a wonderful place. As we get ready for the High Holy Days, I thought I would challenge our AJ community to do things for our congregation that are as
easy as A, B, C — or Alef, Beit, Gimel (and a few more Hebrew letters as well).
‫א‬
‫ב‬
‫ג‬
‫ד‬
‫ה‬
‫ו‬
‫ז‬
‫ח‬
‫ט‬
‫י‬
‫כ‬
‫ד‬
‫ל‬
‫מ‬
‫נ‬
‫ס‬
‫ע‬
Alef. The first letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Be the first person to
volunteer a new idea to help AJ move forward. All and any ideas are
welcome (and then we may ask for your help to make the idea reality).
Bet. Be engaged. As a congregation we are better when we are “all in.”
Gimel. Give generously to AJ. Your ideas, your time, and yes, your gelt.
‫פ‬
Dalet. Daven with us regularly on a Friday night, Saturday morning
or Havdalah, or at any minyan.
‫פ‬
‫צ‬
‫ק‬
‫ר‬
‫ש‬
‫ת‬
Hei. Say “hi” to a fellow AJ congregant or a guest when you are
in our building. Make everyone feel welcome.
Vav. Value our congregation’s distinguished history.
Zayin. We are all Zionists. Israel is our common home.
Cheit. Change can be challenging and pace is important. Embrace
measured change as a way that AJ can continue to move forward.
Teit. Try something new at AJ; you may find you really like it.
Yod. We have great youth programs and a wonderful new youth director,
Melissa Raub, who you will get to know this year.
Kaf. Kippot can come in many colors; I wonder what color Tess’ kippot
will be on November 11, 2017?
Nun. Let’s not say “no” to one another. Let’s encourage an alternative that is
acceptable.
Samekh. Celebrate your simcha at AJ so our entire congregation can celebrate
with you — a birthday, an anniversary, an honor you receive.
Ayin. Accept an aliyah. And, if you are adventurous, read Torah or Haftarah.
Pei. Nominate someone for our Person of the Month honor.
Fe. Forgive someone for something they did or did not do and not just because the
High Holidays are around the corner.
Tzadei. Join us for Tashlich services on the first day of Rosh HaShanah,
October 3, at 6:15 PM.
Quf. Quality and quantity are not mutually exclusive. Let’s continue to build
a better AJ. And you probably thought Bruce will never come up with a “q” word,
and I gave you two!
Reish. Relax and linger at the end of services or following a meeting at AJ.
We are all busy, but we can strengthen relationships through these informal settings.
Shin. Our theme for this year is Shabbat. Help us build a great set of programs
throughout the year.
Tav. Time. It flies by too fast. We need to enjoy our moments together and
find more time for one another.
It has been an honor and privilege being AJ’s president. I look forward to your help — individually and collectively — to make this year as easy as ah’at, shetayim shalosh.
Khaf. Kiddush brings us all together. Help sponsor a kiddush this year.
Lamed. Think about what you love and like about AJ.
Mem. Let’s create new memories this year and protect and shape our future.
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KABBALAT SHABBAT: SHABBAT ROCKS!
The title of this event is an assertion about Shabbat...
Shabbat Rocks! The music may feel folksy at times,
Hollywoodish at others and yes, sometimes, rock ‘n’ roll.
Come and experience Shabbat in a whole new way.
For all ages and types of families, our Shabbat Rocks!
service will have you out of your seats celebrating
Shabbat. Several musicians are being coordinated now
by Hazzan Glantz, together with David Seltzer and
Rabbi Kobrin. This spectacular evening promises to bring
you a visual, experiential and musical service creating
a perfect atmosphere for spirited worship. 6:15 PM
AJMA OPENING BREAKFAST
The AJ Men’s Assoication will start the
year with an Opening Breakfast with special guest,
Alan Gottesman, International President of the
Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs. He will be speaking on
“Helping Jewish Men Lead Jewish Lives: Challenges and
Opportunities for 21st Century Men’s Clubs, Associations,
and Temple Brotherhoods.” The cost is $5 at the door
but we must have your RSVP to the synagogue office
(215.635.6611) no later than Monday, September 5.
Begins with morning minyan at 9:00 AM.
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JQUEST B’YACHAD OPENING ASSEMBLY
The JQuest B’Yachad school year will begin
with an opening assembly from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM.
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JTC KICK-OFF SUNDAY
The JTC school year will begin
at Beth Sholom at 9:30 AM.
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ROBYN ORODENKER BOOK CLUB
The Nightingale, by Kristin Hannah.
Please read the book before the meeting!
8:00 PM. Sponsored by AJWA Sisterhood.
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AJMA WHISKEY TASTING
Details and location TBD.
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IN-TOWN SHABBAT
Shabbat service for our Center City members. At the
home of Eileen Dwell and Chuck Steinberg. 7:30 PM
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MAR-FJMC 5TH ANNUAL
FORMAN MILLS TOUR DE SHULS
Check your tires! Stretch your quads! Snap on your
helmet! Benefits Camp Ramah in the Poconos.
Get more info at www.tourdeshulspanj.org.
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SELIHOT MUSICAL REFRESHER
Hazzan Glantz will review, explain and teach the
melodies of Selihot. Follows 7:00 PM evening minyan.
THE SHABBAT EXPERIENCE
Don’t miss this year-long program that we’ll have with
Beth Sholom. The first session will be at Beth Sholom.
See page 6 for details.
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SELIHOT
AJ and Beth Sholom will join for discussion to be
followed by the Selihot Service. See details on page 11.
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ROSH HaSHANAH REFRESHER
New Year? New You! How we can use the
liturgy to renew ourselves in the coming year.
Followed by a festive breakfast. 9:30 AM
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THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
See pages 10 and 11 for events related to
Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur.
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YOM KIPPUR BOOTCAMP
Are We Really Repenting AGAIN? Making
our apologies meaningful and our resolutions stick
in 5777. Followed by a festive breakfast! 9:30 AM
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ANNUAL MEMORIAL CEMETERY SERVICE
Hazzan Glantz will officiate at this service at the
Adath Jeshurun Cemetery at 1855 Bridge Street near
Walker Street in the Frankford section of Philadelphia.
Join us at 11:00 AM as we remember Jews of past
generations buried in this historical cemetery.
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BREAK THE FAST
Break your fast with us immediately following
Havdalah on Yom Kippur, at approximately 7:10 PM.
See details on page 11.
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ANNUAL SUKKAH DECORATING PIZZA PARTY
The entire congregation is invited to join us as we
prepare for Sukkot together. We’ll congregate in the
sukkah and eat, schmooze and hang decorations.
Bring the kids and any decorations that you’d like
to contribute (original artwork encouraged).
Begins after JQuest B’Yachad at 12:15 PM.
Proudly sponsored by the AJWA Sisterhood.
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SIMHAT TORAH EVENING SERVICE AND
FAMILY HAKAFOT
Bring your family and friends to help celebrate
Simhat Torah with the AJ community. Candy
apples, music, dancing! Minhah-Ma’ariv will be
at 6:00 PM, followed by Family Hakafot (procession
and dancing with the Torah) at 6:15 PM.
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KABBALAT SHABBAT WITH “STRINGS ATTACHED”
Unplug from a busy week with an acoustic Shabbat
service led by Hazzan Howard Glantz with familiar tunes
that will put a smile on your face and a song in your
heart. For all ages, from babies to bubbies. Bring your
friends for this relaxed, casual, and enjoyable service!
Then stay for Oneg Shabbat (lite dinner bites and
gathering with friends). 6:15 PM
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EVENING SERVICES
Sunday through Thursday at AJ.................7:00 pm
4 elul
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DAILY MINYAN MORNING SERVICES
Sunday......................................................9:00 am
Monday and Thursday...............................7:20 am
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday................7:30 am
Rosh Hodesh Services (weekday)..............7:00 am
tuesday
29 av
27 elul
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Kabbalat Shabbat 6:15 pm
Last day to order lulavim and etrogim!
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KiTavo
21 elul
Mincha-Ma’ariv-Havdalah 6:50 pm
Joint Service with Beth Sholom at BSC
9:15 am
Selihot (at AJ)
begins with Mincha at 6:50 pm
Program at 9:00 pm
Service at 10:00 pm
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KiTetze
14 elul
Robyn and Melana Walter,
B’nai Mitzvah (at Mincha)
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Shoftim
Joshua Bradford Bluestine,
Bar Mitzvah
7 elul
Re’eh
Rosh Hodesh Elul
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The Shabbat Experience
at Beth Sholom 6:00 pm
In-Town Shabbat 7:30 pm
13 elul
Kabbalat Shabbat: Shabbat Rocks!
6:15 pm
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Preschool Mesibat Erev Shabbat
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AJMA Whiskey Tasting
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JQuest B’Yachad Tuesday begin
and are at KI through May 16, 2017
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
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Board of Directors Meeting 7:00 pm
15 elul 19
Forman Mills Tour de Shuls
Bike Ride and Fun Walk
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JQuest B’Yachad Sundays begin
and are at AJ through Dec. 18, 2016
9:15 am – 12:15 pm
AJMA Opening Breakfast
begins with 9:00 am minyan
Opening Assembly for JQuest B’Yachad
11:30 am
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A couple of years ago, we surveyed the congregation about the AJ Newsletter. To the question,
”What would you like to see more of in the Newsletter?,” the most common response was “more about
other congregants.” We think this is a great idea, so last year we began by introducing you to AJ staff
and volunteers through the “AJ Person of the Month,” and to our leadership through “Meet the New
Board Members.” We hope you have enjoyed those articles and we’ll be continuing them this year.
Now we need your help! As much as you are curious about other AJers, they are curious about
you! Introduce yourself by contributing an article to the AJ News.
If you have a topic that you think would be of interest to other congregants, let us know. Do you plan to visit an
interesting city or museum? Have you read a great book that you’d like to share with others? Did a recent
experience help you see things in a different way? Have you found a great website that you find valuable in your
Jewish life? Write a short article (emphasis on short!) about your experience for possible insertion into the AJ News.
Provide pictures if relevant and write in a conversational tone. If you mention other congregants in your article,
please confirm their approval in advance. Contact Marjorie Trager at 215.635.6611 or [email protected]
if you would like to submit an article.*
In addition to more stories by and about about our congregants, we’ll have more information about Jewish religious
practices, and you can ask your own questions in an “Ask the Rabbi” column. We’ll have a special place for kids (6–12
years) that features a puzzle, joke or story each month. We’ll provide information that we think will be useful in your
day-to-day life, and hopefully, a few laughs.
So over the next few months, don’t hesitate to let us know how we’re doing! You can send an email to mtrager@
adathjeshurun.info or a letter to Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, Attention: Marjorie Trager.
*Note: All articles will be edited for grammar and clarity, and their use will be dependent on space. Please, no shoutouts
for local businesses. Any photographs should be high resolution (300 DPI at 3” x 4”); color photos will be reproduced in
black and white.
Introducing the Shabbat
Experience@Old York Road
This year, AJ will be participating in
a program with Beth Sholom called
The Shabbat Experience@Old York
Road (TSE@OYR). Over the course
of the year, we’ll use two Friday
evenings and four Saturday mornings
to explore a topic in depth.
The premise of The Shabbat Experience@Old York Road
(TSE@OYR) is that learning happens best by doing and
that the beauty of Shabbat is something that can only
be understood as a joyful and lived experience. By
employing methods that are used at Jewish summer
camps and youth groups, the TSE@OYR is both hands-on
and happening in real Jewish time. These Shabbatot each
include prayer components, Shabbat meals, and are all
anchored by a piece of enduring knowledge. Our concept
is that the whole synagogue community joins together
to study the same content at age-appropriate levels in
concurrent sessions.
The enduring knowledge is based on a year-long theme.
Each family will be given a book for their home library
with a bookmark of pre- and post-session reading
assignments on the monthly topic that highlights the
enduring knowledge. We will promote learning options
that will allow our students and our congregants to take
ownership of Jewish learning and living in community.
This year’s topic is “Prophet Sharing.” What makes
a prophet a prophet? We will learn about classical
prophets — their background, historical context, as
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well as messages of prophets. We will connect with
modern-day prophets and explore how the message
of the prophets speaks to each of us.
The first session will be on Friday, September 16 at
Beth Sholom. It will feature a hilarious and informative
introduction for children, teens and adults by The Bible
Players (www.thebibleplayers.com). The Bible Players
are a Torah Comedy performance troupe (from The Jewish
Week: “Midrash meets Monty Python!”). There will be
text-based study for those who prefer.
Come at 5:45 PM and snack and shmooze with friends
until the session starts at around 6:10 PM. The session
will be followed by an optional full catered dinner at
a cost of $5 per person.
This program is open to congregants of all ages: the
content is taught at age-appropriate levels in concurrent
sessions. Bring the whole family to share in this unique
learning experience.
In September, We’ll Celebrate a Bar Mitzvah
and a B’not Mitzvah!
Our congregation is triply blessed this September to
share in the bar and b’not mitzvahs of Joshua Bradford
“Brad” Bluestine, Melena Walter, and Robyn Walter.
Brad, Melena and Robyn graciously took some time from
their summer vacation and preparations to answer a few
questions about their upcoming special days.
On September 10, Brad Bluestine will be called to the
Torah as a bar mitzvah. We asked Brad to tell us about his
Torah portion, Shoftim. He tells us, “My portion includes
the words, ‘Justice, Justice shalt thou pursue.’” The theme
is justice and applying justice into Israeli society. To me,
that means if people break the rules, they should be held
accountable but the punishment should not be excessive.”
Brad also shared with us his interest as a flutist in the
Cedarbrook Middle School band as well as his interest in
computer science. Additionally, he is passionate about
robotics and AJ’s debate elective. When it comes to his
bar mitzvah preparations, although he admits it’s been
difficult to stay motivated through the summer, Brad has
thoroughly enjoyed studying with both Hazzan Glantz
and Rabbi Kobrin. He is grateful for their guidance,
encouragement and support as well as that of his family.
Just one week later, on September 17, sisters Melena and
Robyn Walter, will join their family and friends in the
Adath Jeshurun sanctuary to become b’not mitzvah.
When she is not preparing for her bat mitzvah, Melena
Walter enjoys playing soccer, basketball, dancing, singing,
woodworking, and taking rope-climbing courses. Over the
summer she was busy spending time with her friends at
Ramah Day Camp.
One of the activities she looks forward to most at AJ is
participating in the Strings Attached program with her
friends. She loves helping her mom and friends with the
food set-up and presentation, as well as hearing everyone
sing together as a community. She further explains,
“I like how everyone who comes to the event is talking
to everyone with a big smile on their face. My friends
and I get to spend these special Friday evenings together.
It makes me feel happy especially after a busy week at
school to catch up with friends at Strings!”
A highlight of Melena’s bat mitzvah preparations has been
learning new Torah portions and discovering their meaning.
She tells us in her Torah portion, “The Israelites are told to
bring the first of their fruit to the Temple, and also to deliver
all tithes to their recipients. Moses says how the blessings
and curses are to be declared on Mts. Gerizim and Ebal when
the Jewish nation goes into Israel. Moses then explains that
the blessings the Calamities will receive following the commandments of the Torah will result from disregarding them.”
For Melena’s mitzvah project she chose to volunteer at AJ
Preschool. “I love reading to the children at story time in the
afternoon. I love spending time with the children and the
teachers. I read to the Adom late-care classroom several
afternoons every week for the entire school year. Carol Boring
and my mom Hillary encouraged me to read two to three
days a week after snack time. This summer at Camp Kitov
I volunteered for two weeks. I helped the counselors get
ready for each activity. I especially enjoyed helping out with
the Shafaneem bunk (special needs classroom) and sports.”
With great thanks to our religious
school teachers and clergy,
Adath Jeshurun continues to witness
the joyous bar and bat mitzvahs of
our young people each month.
We are so proud of the tremendous
thought and effort they put into
preparing for their special simcha.
Robyn Walter’s hobbies include writing stories, drawing,
anime, Doctor Who, Homestuck, and singing in Japanese.
At school this year she was awarded the Presidential Honor
Award. Robyn reflects, “I had the best homeroom teacher
at Elkins Park School. Mr. Lederman encouraged me every
day to strive and be the best student that I can be.” She has
been very busy these past months enjoying her bat mitzvah
tutoring and Torah portion preparation. Additionally, she
has created original artwork which will be on display during
the b’nai mitzvah celebration.
For her mitzvah project, Robyn chose The Sara Smiles
Foundation to honor Sara Burke. “Sara was my friend in
preschool. She died of cancer eight years ago. Sara’s family
created The Sara Smiles Foundation to help and comfort
children in hospitals with cancer. This organization is so
important to me. It is a wonderful and important addition
to all hospitals.”
Brad Bluestine
By extending a loving hand, creating positive children’s
hospital environments, The Sara Smiles Foundation has been
an incredible resource for pediatric units around the country.
Giving pediatric cancer patients creative upbeat experiences
during their hospital stay has helped make happy memories
for all children who are struggling with cancer. The Sara
Smiles Foundation provides a variety of resources to
entertain, comfort, and educate pediatric cancer patients.
Anyone can learn about and get more information by
reading the foundation website at www.saras-smiles.org.
Both girls are delighted to share in this tremendous
simcha together as well as looking forward to celebrating
with their friends and family!
Robyn and Melena working on their Haftarah projects
from JQuest B’Yachad this past school year.
We wish Brad, Melena, Robyn and their entire families a
warm mazel tov on their upcoming accomplishments.
Meet the July AJ Person of the Month!
Alex Katz is one of the unsung leaders of our congregation.
Alex stepped down in June as AJ’s long-time treasurer.
Please see below the article prepared by Missy Ufberg
(thank you, Missy) providing all of us with some stories,
expressions of gratitude and important perspective from
Alex. Alex, thank you for everything that you have done
for AJ and we know we can and will call upon you in the
future for your guidance and perspective. Alex is a
wonderful choice to be AJ’s July Person of the Month.
If you would like to nominate someone as the
AJ Person of the Month, please alert Tracy Greenbaum
([email protected]) in the office.
See you soon,
Bruce
***
As the summer continues to heat up, our July Person
of the Month takes some much deserved R & R to cool
down. This past June, after nearly a decade spent
dedicating innumerable hours towards managing our
congregation’s budget, Alex Katz completed his final
term as AJ’s Treasurer. As a means of highlighting Alex’s
commitment and offering our sincere appreciation for
his tireless efforts, we are honored to feature him as
July’s AJ Person of the Month.
Alex recently took time to reflect with us over his and
his family’s experiences since first coming to AJ in 1984.
At the time, he and his wife Linda had just moved back
to the neighborhood and were looking for a new shul.
With Adath Jeshurun and Rabbi Rosenbloom they found
a warm and welcoming congregation that over time
became the type of synagogue they were looking for.
“I grew up in a similar synagogue in Boston, and learned
about Judaism as a product of the time. I was not looking
for that type of shul. While Linda attended OCJCC’s Hebrew
School, her view of Judaism was largely influenced by her
Bubbie and Zeida. I love to juxtapose two stories she tells
about growing up. In one, Linda’s Zeida could not attend
Linda’s bat mitzvah on Friday night because he could not
drive to the shul, which was not close enough to walk to
on Friday night. In another, Linda’s Bubbie used to insist
on making Linda a milk shake (and using the electric
blender) on Shabbat because Linda looked too thin.
This approach to Judaism, a strong ethical background
and a practical approach to nurturing was what we were
looking for in a shul, and what we found at AJ. As Rabbi
Rosenbloom’s views evolved, or, more likely, as he felt the
Congregation would slowly accept changes over time, he
influenced our views of Judaism and Linda’s view of her
place in it. While we had a traditional Shabbat dinner every
Friday night, Linda began to wear a kippa and tallit to
services, so that we could teach our children that each of
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us count in a minyan and that, while Judaism is continued
through our love of and honor paid to our tradition, that
our tradition is malleable and honors us all. That’s what
connected us to AJ.”
In 2006, Alex joined the Board of Directors. He recalls,
“Howard Gershman called me while I was on a business trip
in Florida and was surprised when I expressed an interest
in joining the Budget Committee. I guess it was that interest
that he thought of when he hung up the phone and thought
to himself, ‘this fool does not know what he is asking for.’”
Alex soon was put to work on the 2007/2008 budget as
part of the Budget Committee and in July 2007, joined the
Executive Committee as Assistant Treasurer. He jokingly
retells us, “Through a coup orchestrated part way through
that year, I ousted the Treasurer, thus enabling him to spend
more time at his day job saving lives as a doctor while I
made sure the columns on the balance sheet balanced.”
In his role as Treasurer, Alex most enjoyed “the ability to work
with others to have an impact on our future, while honoring
the role we play in congregant’s lives.” Upon beginning his
first term as Treasurer, he began to work with the Budget
Committee, Gavi Miller (then our Executive Director),
Robert Friedman and Amy Devine, to change the way the
committee looked at the synagogue’s finances. Alex felt,
up until shortly before that time, that AJ had been blessed
by having, as members, a cohort of donors who had the
means and the interest in supporting the Congregation as
it needed. However, as that generation moved on and could
no longer be relied on as a major source of support, it
became apparent that more fiscal restraints needed to be
applied. Alex and the Budget Committee members “began
to look at the Congregation’s operations on a functional
basis (Membership Services, Preschool, Religious School
and Youth) and to make some hard decisions about each.
“By unpacking our functions, we could better understand
what our members looked for from the Congregation,
what those services cost and how we could best manage
them. Thereafter, we instituted a six-year plan to become
self-sufficient. Our goal was to reduce the annual deficit
to a point where the interest earned on the unrestricted
endowment would pay for that deficit. Some thought that
we should have immediately reduced our expenses and
increased our revenue (dues) so that we could cover all
our costs on an annual basis. While I saw great merit in
this view, I understood that AJ is, at bottom, a service
organization and that we had to find a way to continue
to provide those services while, over time, becoming
fiscally responsible. By the end of the six-year plan, with
the 2013/2014 year, we achieved the goal and were
essentially ‘break-even.’ Unfortunately, since then we
have experienced some membership and demographic
challenges and have not been able to sustain the same
level of profitability.”
July AJ Person of the Month, Alex Katz
Alex expresses his gratitude toward Andy Cherry (a CPA
with a big accounting firm) who has agreed to become
Treasurer and believes he will be successful in seeking
creative ways to bring our budget to balance again.
With his newfound spare time Alex is looking forward to
spending more time with Linda and their children. While he
and Linda have always enjoyed Shabbat morning services,
they have not been able to attend as much as they would
have liked over the past year. However, he read Torah on a
recent Shabbat morning and is looking forward to being
able to do it again on a more regular basis.
Lastly, Alex explains, “The main reason we were able to
have such success over the years in managing the budget
and bringing back balance to our finances was because of
the work that Robert Friedman, Amy Devine and the rest
of our professional staff perform every day. Each, but
especially Robert and Amy, look over the Congregation’s
resources as if they were their own. They are tremendous
assets and we owe all of them a debt of gratitude.”
To the Congregation he would like to expound, “Through the
Budget Committee, congregants can have a direct impact
on our Congregation. Vice President Biden says often that
if you show him your budget, you are showing him your
priorities. I would urge others to become involved in the
process so they can effectively assess and serve the needs
of our community and help shape our priorities.”
On behalf of the entire congregation, (past, present and
future), we offer our heartfelt appreciation to Alex for the
tremendous work he has done to steer us through economic
and demographic changes. Thanks to his ingenuity and
financial acumen Adath Jeshurun has been able to adapt
and thrive over the past decade, continuing to offer a
doors-wide-open institution for Jewish adults and
children throughout our community.
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A Letter to Noa
Ask the Rabbi (or Hazzan
or Executive Director)
From Rabbi Rachel Kobrin to Noa Kobrin
July 27, 2016
Dear Noa,
Last night, I sat glued to the TV, watching as the state
delegates at the Democratic National Convention nominated
Hillary Clinton to be the next President of the United
States.
It was an amazing moment. The first woman to be nominated
for president by one of our two major political parties.
And what’s more — her opponent was the first Jew to be a
final contender for a major political party as well. Two
firsts in one evening. I don’t think, as a child, I could
have ever imagined that beautiful combination: A Christian
woman running against a Jewish man. Neither were options
during my youth.
When I was a kid, people talked about a female president.
And we spoke about a Jewish president as well. But there
was no woman running for president, and no Jew either.
And so as much as people talked about it happening one
day, it never felt like a reality.
Last night, that changed. Forever. Last night, men and
women, young and old, black, white and brown, gay and
straight — all came together and cast their votes. Some
for a Jewish man. More for a Christian woman. And history
was made. We have our first female presidential nominee.
Watching women nominate Hillary was moving. But watching
men nominate Hillary — somehow, for me, that was even more
impactful. It shows that we have truly reached a point in
history when we don’t need our leaders to look the same
way we do. To dress the same way we do. To be as we are
in all ways.
The final nomination last night was made by Bernie Sanders.
He nominated Hillary Clinton, and accepted his own defeat.
And in that moment, he modeled for the rest of the country
how to accept defeat like a mensch. In life we will not
win every challenge, and so we all must learn how to step
aside humbly and with grace. It was beautiful to watch
Bernie do this, and to hear the crowd cheer him on. There
can be sweetness in life, even when things do not go our
way, and in that moment, I felt that sweetness for Bernie.
Noa — May last night instill in you the knowledge that
there is nothing that you cannot achieve in America as a
Jewish girl — soon to be a Jewish woman. May you always
strive for greatness, knowing that you are so fortunate
to be both female and Jewish, and have much to share with
the world.
Last night, I watched a moment that will be remembered
by historians for years to come and it was wonderful.
The only thing that could have made it better would have
been watching it curled up on the couch next to you.
Love,
Mom
One of the new features of the AJ News will be
an “Ask the Rabbi” column. Is there a question you
have about Jewish religious practice? Have you always
wondered how a part of the “AJ Way” came about?
Do you want to know if a particular Jewish practice
is law, or just tradition? Send your question to Rabbi
Kobrin ([email protected]), Hazzan Glantz
([email protected]), or Robert Friedman (rfriedman@
adathjeshurun.info) and find the answer in the next
edition of the AJ News. Alternatively, you can mail your
question via snail mail to the synagogue office. Just let us
know in your email or letter that your question is for the
“Ask the Rabbi” column.
Memories…
By Marlena Kleit
As Barbra Streisand so beautifully sings in her song
“The Way We Were,”“Memories, light the corners of my
mind.” Unfortunately, for the AJ Archive room, this is
not the case. While I appreciate your love for AJ and the
nostalgia that you feel for your attachment to AJ and
the many programs that you attended, sponsored, etc.,
I am asking you to be more circumspect in deciding
what you think needs to be archived as part of the our
congregation’s history and what really belongs to your
own personal history.
Twice in the past I have gone through all of the material
left in the room and have culled it, catalogued materials
that were of importance to the history of the synagogue
and filled many, huge trash bags. Recently, I attempted
to find materials in the room and could hardly enter the
room. I am asking for help on two fronts. One, once
again, please be more circumspect in going through your
memories as you downsize your living space, reorganize
or just clean up. Second, I would like volunteers to help
with the third cleaning up/clearing up of the room.
I would like this to be done during the month of
September, before the High Holy Days. Please email me
at [email protected] and we can make a
date to do so. This does not have to be done in one day.
Just make sure that you have gloves and an oxygen mask!
Best regards,
Marlena
ATTENTION: PARENTS! Do you have adult
children who live in the Philadelphia area?
If so, please send us their contact information. We
are planning events for young adults in the city and
would love for them to participate! Thanks in advance.
High Holy Day Services
Special High Holy Day Aliyot
Yom Kippur Afternoon Aliyah for Those Traveling
to Israel and for AJ Families Living in Israel
For years now, we have been giving a group aliyah on Yom Kippur afternoon to AJ
members planning to travel to Israel in the new year. Last year, we added a new
group of honorees to the aliyah — AJers who have loved ones living in Israel.
In this way, we can highlight both groups, and offer a prayer for safety.
Travel to Israel, and living in Israel, are important mitzvot in our tradition. We commend
all who take it upon themselves. Their dedication is a blessing to Am Yisrael, the
People of Israel.
The Yom Kippur Afternoon Torah Service takes place during the Minhah service and
begins at approximately 3:45 PM. Be sure to be in the synagogue no later than
3:30 PM with all of your family members who would like to have the honor.
If you have not yet planned a trip for 5777, make the commitment now and come to the
bima, even if your travel plans are not fully finalized. Let’s demonstrate by our presence
during this aliyah that we stand shoulder to shoulder with Israel and her citizens.
Welcoming Engaged Couples
In ancient times, according to the Mishnah, Yom Kippur was a time when singles
mingled and looked for life-partners.
Recently, we introduced a new ritual inspired by this ancient practice and will continue
this year. We invite any congregant, or child or grandchild of a congregant who is
engaged to be married to come with their beloved to the Torah for an aliyah at the
Yom Kippur Afternoon Torah Service. They will join together in the blessings of Torah,
and be acknowledged individually as they look forward to their marriage.
This group aliyah does not take the place of an ufruf aliyah which couples take as their
personal celebration, but it is a communal rejoicing for the loving commitment being
undertaken by these couples.
The Yom Kippur Afternoon Torah Service takes place during the Minhah service and
begins at approximately 3:45 PM. Those who are anticipating participating in this
aliyah should be in the synagogue no later than 3:30 PM.
If you would like to be included, please fill out the form below and send it to the AJ office,
or send an email to Rabbi Kobrin’s assistant, Tracy Greenbaum, at tgreenbaum@
adathjeshurun.info with the words “Engaged Couple Aliyah” in the subject line.
As we revive an ancient tradition, we are creating a new way to link our community
to Torah and each other.
More You Need to Know About
the High Holy Days
High Holy Day Single Membership Tickets 2016
Are your children too old for youth tickets? Will they be in town for Rosh HaShanah
and Yom Kippur? Do they want to come home to AJ but think membership is too expensive?
Do we have a solution for you! Membership for any single child from age 23 to 31 is only
$285.00. With membership comes a ticket for the holidays, all synagogue mailings, and
many social and spiritual opportunities. For membership information, call Robert
Friedman at 215.635.6611, ext. 112.
Annual Memorial Cemetery Service
On Sunday, October 9, Hazzan Glantz will officiate at the Annual Memorial Cemetery
Service at the Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, at 1855 Bridge Street near Walket Street.
The service will begin at 11:00 AM.
Hospitality Service for Yom Kippur
Drinks, light snacks and a place to rest will be available on Yom Kippur in the Officers
Lounge for those who need to eat or lie down due to health reasons.
2016 High Holiday Food Drive
The annual High Holiday Food Drive to benefit the recipients of Federation’s
Mitzvah Food Project is approaching! Your participation is needed this fall to help
the Mitzvah Food Project continue to provide food support to over 1,000 households each
month. With reduced funding from the State Food Purchase Program, more community
donations are needed.
To support this drive, you can bring non-perishable items to the synagogue between
October 3 and October 24, but we suggest that you bring them with you to Kol Nidre
Services on October 11. Collection containers will be in both upper and lower lobbies.
You may donate any nutritious, non-perishable food item, but Federation is
SPECIFICALLY REQUESTING the following items:
• Canned Beans: Kosher required; lower salt preferred (i.e., legumes, chick peas, etc.)
• Nut Butters: Kosher required; lower salt preferred (i.e., peanut butter,
almond butter, etc.)
• Canned Fish: Kosher required; (canned tuna, salmon, sardines, etc.)
PLEASE: Make sure all donations have a current date; make sure all donations are
properly sealed; don’t contribute items in bulk sizes; don’t
contribute glass items; and NO MATZAH!.
Return this form to the AJ office by September 28, or email information below to
[email protected]. Put “Engaged Couple Aliyah” in the subject line.
Groom______________________________________________
Parents of Groom________________________________________
Bride_______________________________________________
Parents of Bride________________________________________
Congregant Relationship________________ Date of Wedding________
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Get Ready for Sukkot
If you want lulavim and etrovim for Sukkot, please call the synagogue office at
215.635.6611 by September 30. A small set is $40.00 and a large set is $48.
Catering
In-House Catering
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
“Stay Home with Us”
Selihot
Join us to
Saturday, September 24 at AJ
Break the Fast
AJ and Beth Sholom will join for discussion
to be followed by the Selihot Service.
“For the Sin of Thinking That People
Who Don’t Share My Point of View Are Jerks”
Wednesday, October 12
approximately 7:10 p.m.
We’ll discuss the relationship between the late
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We will learn
how these iconic justices both disagreed with
each other vehemently and loved each other as friends.
We will then look at ways in which we can use
this time of year on the Jewish calendar to help us
better learn from the people with whom we disagree.
We’ll have your favorite
“Break the Fast” fare!
lox • whitefish • herring • kippered salmon
egg salad • bagels and cream cheese • kugel • cheese
lettuce and tomato • fruit • assorted cakes • beverages
Adults: $22 Children 6–10: $10 Children under 6: Free
RSVP and payment must be received by noon on Friday, September 23.
Call Judy Brown in the synagogue office at 215.635.6611, send her an email
at [email protected], or return the form below.
Our Selihot service will feature traditions and melodies
known to both AJ and Beth Sholom. There will be a session
to review, explain and learn the melodies. It will be held on
Tuesday evening, September 20, after the evening minyan
which begins at 7:00 PM at AJ.
RSVP and payment MUST be received by noon on Friday, September 23!
Please make check payable to Adath Jeshurun, put “Break the Fast” in the memo
line and send to: Break the Fast • 7763 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
Minhah: 6:50 PM
Seudah Shlishit: 7:30 PM
Ma’ariv: 8:00 PM
Dessert: 8:30 PM
Program: 9:00 PM
Selihot Service: following program
Name ____________________________________________
Phone____________________________________________
E-mail____________________________________________
Number of Adults at $22 each
_______
Number of Children (6 to 10) at $10 each
_______
Amount Enclosed
_______
God will take us back in love; God will cover up our iniquites,
You [God] will hurl all our sins Into the depths of the sea. (Micah 7:19)
Join us for the annual
Tashlich Service
First Day of Rosh HaShanah:
Monday, October 3, 5:45 PM
Start the new year with a clean slate by symbolically casting off
the sins of 5776 by tossing pieces of bread into the creek.
Town Halls and Open Forums
By Bruce Armon, President of Adath Jeshurun
This summer we had four different opportunities as a congregation to discuss current
events at AJ and our plans for select shared services with Beth Sholom Congregation.
We had meetings on June 25, and July 16, after Saturday Shabbat morning services to
discuss collaborative services with Beth Sholom. We had town hall meetings on June 28,
and July 13, so we could listen in a group format to what our congregants had on their mind.
For those of you who could not participate in any of these meetings (and for those of us
who may not remember what we discussed), below is a synopsis and what’s next.
With respect to collaboration with Beth Sholom, we are currently rotating evening
minyan on a monthly basis (AJ hosts evening minyanim in September), our pre-bar
and bat mitzvah kids are participating with Beth Sholom and Reform Congregation
Kenneseth Israel in joint Hebrew School, J’Quest B’Yachad which is now entering its
second year, and the Jewish Teen Collaborative for our kids beginning in 7th grade with
Beth Sholom is now entering its sixth year. This upcoming year, we will be holding
services approximately one time per month when Beth Sholom will join us at AJ and
approximately one time per month when AJ will visit Beth Sholom. AJ’s clergy and Beth
Sholom’s clergy will be working to create new opportunities for our respective congregants to attend Saturday morning services. We are not going to make any dramatic or
bold changes to the traditional Saturday morning service that is held at AJ. We will be
looking to create new means to engage our congregants who may not be regular Shabbat
attendees. This may include a family service, a musical service or, a yoga service. Stay
tuned for a separate communication from me and Beth Sholom’s president outlining
the schedule and some of the exciting initiatives we will attempt. If you have specific
suggestions, please let Rabbi Kobrin, Hazzan Glantz or me know.
Shabbat Rocks!
Friday, September 9 • 6:15 PM
The title of this event is an assertion about Shabbat…Shabbat Rocks!
The music may feel folksy at times, Hollywoodish at others and yes,
sometimes, rock ‘n’ roll. Come and experience Shabbat in a whole new way.
For all ages and types of families, our Shabbat Rocks! service will have you out of
your seats celebrating Shabbat. Several musicians are being coordinated now
by Hazzan Glantz, together with David Seltzer and Rabbi Kobrin.
This spectacular evening promises to bring you a visual, experiential and
musical service creating a perfect atmosphere for spirited worship.
The town hall meetings gave AJ congregants the opportunity to discuss whatever they
had on their minds and for me and the Executive Committee members who could attend
to mostly listen. AJ is going through a bit of a transition and, yes, the other congregations
on the Old York Road Corridor, including Beth Sholom, are similarly going through their
own transitions. We want AJ to remain an important part of the life of every congregant
and we realize that our congregants are touched in different ways by AJ: Shabbat
services, weekday minyan, religious school education, preschool education, High Holy
Day services, special holiday celebrations like Purim, our annual fundraising event, AJ
Men’s Association, AJWA Sisterhood, Cook for a Friend, Robyn Orodenker Book Club, adult
education, etc. Each of these are important elements of the fabric of our congregation
and we want to protect these and as well as expand opportunities. A challenging
balancing act, but one which we are committed to achieve. Please share with me or any
member of the Executive Committee your ideas and any way in which you are willing to
help us achieve our goals: Anne Fassler, David Reibstein, Judy Izes, Tammy
Zebowitz, Ed Chacker, Missy Ufberg, David Waldstein, Andy Cherry, and Jen
Brier. As events warrant, we will be sure that the congregation is made aware of them in
a timely manner.
Thank you to each of our congregants who attended one or more of these gatherings and
shared their ideas, their concerns, and their determined enthusiasm and positive attitude
about AJ and our community.
Scouting For Future Scouts!
Boy Scout Troop 185 and Cub Pack 185 are looking for boys
who are ready for adventure, fun, making new friends and
learning new skills.
Boys ages 6–10, contact Dan Robbins at [email protected], or 215.782.8931;
boys ages 11–17 contact Neil Schmerling at [email protected] or 215.742.1758.
kid’s corner
silly riddles!
Q:Why do seagulls fly over the sea?
A: Because if they flew over the bay, they would be called “bagels.”
Q: What do you call a Torah with a seat belt?
A: A Safer Torah!
Q: What do you call an uncircumcised Jew who is more than 8 days old?
A: A girl.
Q:If a doctor carries a black bag and a plumber carries a tool box,
what does a mohel carry?
A: A bris kit!
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SAVE THE DATE: Simhat Torah
On Tuesday morning, October 25, at 9:00 AM, services for Simhat Torah will conclude
the holiday season with a joyous celebration which highlights the meaning of Torah in
our lives. Every adult congregant will receive an aliyah, but two individuals are chosen for
special distinction by being called for the reading of the conclusion of the Torah and for the
opening verses of Genesis as we begin a new year of Torah study. This year, Ed Chacker
has been chosen to be Hatan Torah, “The Bridegroom of the Torah,” and Naomi Atkins
will be Kalat Bereisheet, “The Bride of Genesis.” Look for details about our two honorees’
strong connections to the AJ family in the October AJ News.
Looking Forward to
Sukkot and Simhat Torah
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16:
Bone Up for the High Holy Days!
Family Sukkah Decorating and Pizza Party
The AJWA Sisterhood-sponsored annual event
will begin at 12:30 PM.
Tuesday, September 20, following 7:00 PM evening minyan:
Selihot Musical Refresher
Hazzan Glantz will review, explain and teach the melodies of Selihot.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 17:
Sukkot, Day I Services
We’ll have a joint service with Beth Sholom
at AJ beginning at 9:30 AM.
Sunday, September 25, starting with minyan at 9:00 AM:
Rosh HaShanah Refresher: New Year? New You!
How we can use the liturgy to renew ourselves in the coming year.
Followed by a festive breakfast!
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18:
Sukkot, Day II Services
at Beth Sholom beginning at 9:15 AM.
It will be followed by a Sukkah Walk.
Sunday, October 9, starting with minyan at 9:00 AM:
Yom Kippur Bootcamp: Are we really repenting AGAIN?
Making our apologies meaningful and our resolutions stick in 5777.
Followed by a festive breakfast!
JTC Sukkah Dinner
Info to follow.
We all need a helping hand
at some point in our lives.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20:
Preschool Sukkah Dinner
Info to follow.
The AJ Caring Community is here to help! Our inspiration and vision relies on a
simple idea — that our AJ community is always here for support — at simchas
like births and especially in times of need, like illness or loss of a loved one.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22:
Shabbat Sukkot
The morning service will include
professional choir and organ.
Our efforts are coordinated through the website Lotsa Helping Hands. It’s simple!
Once you are a member of the Lotsa Helping Hands (LHH) community, you can log
on to the website and see a calendar of events. For our purposes, an “event” is a “need”
(e.g., provide dinner on February 19 for the Smith family because Mr. Smith just had
surgery). You select how you can help. If you know of someone who needs support,
just let Jen Brier or Caren Kirschner know and they will add the information to
the calendar of events. An email will be sent out letting community members know
that an event has been added to the community calendar. We need you to make
the Caring Community work!
MONDAY, OCTOBER 24:
Shemini Atzeret
at Beth Sholom beginning at 9:15 AM.
It will include Yizkor.
Family Hakafot
We’ll celebrate Simhat Torah here at AJ.
Minhah-Ma’ariv will be at 6:00 PM and the
Family Hakafot will start at 6:15 PM.
If you would like to become a Caring Community volunteer, please contact Jen Brier
(215.266.1969 or [email protected]) or Caren Kirschner (215.287.5206 or
[email protected]).
Our volunteers will help those in need by providing a meal, making a phone call,
running errands and more. If you are in need of helping hands, there are many
ways to let us know. You can contact Jen or Caren, or any the following people at
AJ: Rabbi Kobrin, Hazzan Glantz, Robert Friedman, Debbie Miner or Michelle
Bernstein. We will try to help you in any way that we can.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25:
Simhat Torah
at AJ beginning at 9:00 AM.
At AJ we are a community of caring people. Let us help you when you need a
helping hand!
Blast From the Past!
Below is the cover of the September Newsletter from 1960, with High Holy Day greetings from Rabbi Klein, Executive Director Leon Perlberg, and AJ President Marshall A. Bernstein!
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AJ in LA
Come play Mah Jongg and
meet new friends!
By AJ Congregants Joyce and Stan Weitz
Our granddaughter, Demi Rebekah Weitz, became
a bat mitzvah on May 21, in Beverly Hills, CA. Demi is the
daughter of Richard and Candie Weitz and niece of
Andrew and Stacy Weitz.
As any grandparent knows, a bar or bat mitzvah is one of the
major highlights in our lives. When you look on the bimah
and see your grandchild standing next to your own child,
it is an unbelievable and overwhelming experience. You
wonder where the years have gone and how did all this
happen so fast. You think about your own parents and wish
they were there with you to celebrate this wonderful simcha.
Demi’s bat mitzvah was entirely different from her brother
Aidan’s two years ago. His was a very traditional service
and he had the honor of being the first bar mitzvah in the
newly renovated Wilshire Boulevard Temple. Demi chose a
different approach. She wanted a Havdalah Service to be
included as part of her bat mitzvah celebration being held
at her home.
Demi’s bat mitzvah was very special to the Weitz family
because Todd Shotz and Debbie Jaffe officiated. We have
known Todd and Debbie since their Cheltenham and AJ
school days as they were friendly with our son Andrew.
Todd moved to LA to pursue his career in the entertainment
industry. Along the way he also started his own business
called Hebrew Helpers (hebrewhelpers.com) that provides
tutoring and other services for bar and bat mitzvah
students.
Demi was fortunate to have had Debbie as her tutor.
They hit it off immediately and have since developed
a lasting friendship.
Debbie was wonderful conducting the service like a
rabbi/cantor reflecting her excellent AJ training.
Our Demi did a superlative job, thanks to Todd and Debbie.
The musical trio that accompanied the service added the
finishing touch.
We have to say this non-traditional bat mitzvah service
exuded so much warmth and love. Guests came from all
over the country including many family members from AJ.
Everyone loved the service and it felt we were all connected
to Adath Jeshurun.
A special thank you to Todd and Debbie for bringing
AJ to LA.
We meet Wednesday mornings in the AJ Library
from 9:00 AM–12:00 noon.
September dates:
7, 14, 21 and 28
October dates:
5, 19 and 26
For more information,
contact Judy Szekely at
215.635.8812 or
[email protected].
ALL LEVELS WELCOME!
It’s time again for
Congregation Adath Jeshurun’s
blood drive.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
BLOOD DRIVE AT AJ
MONDAY, OCTOBER 31,
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
It’s an easy way to perform
a potentially life-saving mitzvah!
To schedule an appointment,
call Michele Rifkin
at 215.264.6607
or go directly to
www.redcrossblood.org
BELOW: The Summer of 2016 at Camp Ramah! BELOW LEFT: Rabbi Kobrin with the full contingent of campers from AJ. BELOW RIGHT: Rabbi Kobrin and Bruce Lipton, AJ congregant
and Camp Ramah’s Director of Finance and Operations.
What Are We Leaving Behind?
By Hazzan Howard Glantz
Let’s take a cue from a popular
digital game to prepare for the
High Holy Days!
BELOW: On July 29, Hazzan Glantz joined clergy from
Shirat Hayam (formerly Beth Judah and Emeth Shalom
synagogues), in Ventnor, NJ for the second of three
“Devotion by the Ocean” Kabbalat Shabbat services.
BELOW BOTTOM: Terry and Morey Smerling and
Sandra Goldberg with Hazzan Glantz on the beach.
The Pokémon industry was conceived and first marketed in Japan, but within just a few years its popularity exploded
and it spread worldwide. The characters (adjusted for the perceived North American taste) first arrived on our shores in
card form and Gameboy versions in September of 1998. Our oldest child was a model customer as were most of his
friends who bought right into their slogan, “gotta catch ‘em all!”
A pack of Pokémon cards went a long way when Rafi was little. They could serve as a salve after a poke (a shot) at the
pediatrician’s office, but more importantly, they were the unique stuff that kids shared and understood. I’m sure the fad
was only boosted by the shrugs of bewilderment made by my generation of new parents who didn’t really get it.
Like Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin who writes in his blog titled “Martini Judaism,” in recent years I thought I would rarely, if ever,
hear of Pokémon again. But Salkin, in his article, “Is Pokémon Good For the Jews?” writes:
“Pokémon is back — in the form of Pokémon Go…a smartphone app. It encourages users to ‘leave’ Pokémon characters
in the various places that they visit, so that other players can find them and collect them.”
He goes on, “In a summer punctuated by terror and mass death, the Pokémon Go phenomenon is actually a sweet
societal diversion. And, yes — Pokémon have been showing up in Jewish places.”
I will say, I have noticed groups of teens walking around town, by my home and elsewhere, all holding their cell phones,
intently talking and clicking. Something is different about their interaction, so I’ve asked, “Are you by any chance playing
Pokémon Go?” I’ve been right every time. And it has been a stressful news cycle summer for all of us.
Unlike the game my sons both played, there are no cards involved in Pokémon Go. The digital characters can be found all
over the world and players both acquire and leave them for others to find. Again, Rabbi Salkin writes:
“…not everyone is pleased with the places that Pokémon have appeared. For example, Auschwitz has asked to be a
Pokémon-free zone. So has the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the Arlington National Cemetery.”
Pokémon have showed up at the Kotel, the Western Wall in Jerusalem, Judaism’s holiest site. (Snark alert: virtual critters
can be at the Wall, but men and women can’t pray there together?)
I know what you are wondering and yes, I did give in. I downloaded the app.
It immediately warns me, “Do not play the game while driving!” Duh, I think,
in exactly the same inflection my daughters use.
Now look at the screenshot accompanying my article and note that the image
states, “THIS POKÉSTOP (AJ) IS TOO FAR AWAY.” Sure enough, the app, which is
lauded throughout the media for increasing physical activity, made me get up and
walk outside the building to collect on my achievement…that is, finding our shul.
This read, this download, and this walk outside got me
thinking. What are we leaving behind and where is it found?
What might it be like for us to find notes, pictures and personal
tidbits in random pews? Could we leave personal, meaningful thoughts, lessons
or experiences for others to find, and leave again for another to locate?
Well, I was delighted upon sharing this idea with Rabbi Kobrin, that her
answer was a wholehearted YES!!! So look for an envelope in the coming
weeks arriving in your mailbox…with a small note card and envelope
enclosed. You can write on one side or both. You draw a picture or attach one.
Feel free to sign it or leave it anonymous. Should more than one person in the family want to
leave notes in envelopes, feel free to use your own or stop by AJ and pick some up.
I hope you take the opportunity to leave a note and look for these notes from others. It’s my feeling that we will enjoy
the thoughts, feelings, and expressions and find them to be a complement to the introspective work at hand during
these Days of Awe. Evermore so meaningful may be knowing…what we have left behind.
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Introducing Our School Professional Staff
The Jewish Teen Collaborative —
A New Year, A New Model
Our team of professionals working with our students in grades K to 12 is expanding.
Here’s a look at who’s who and how they will be working together to engage our youth
this coming year. Look for articles from them in future issues of AJ News.
By Deb Miner, Jewish Teen Collaborative Director
Melissa Raub, Youth Engagement Director
I am so excited to join the Old York Road team as the Youth
Engagement Director! I grew up in Scranton, PA and was a
member of EPA USY for years. I graduated in 2014, from the
University of the Arts with a degree in acting. I am now pursuing
my Masters in Jewish Education from Hebrew University in
Jerusalem. I have taught in Hebrew schools all over the tristate
area focusing on many different topics from cooking to Torah study. I cannot wait to meet
everyone in the community. Feel free to email me at [email protected] to say hello!
Ana Apter, Associate Director of JQuest B’Yachad
I look forward to my expanded role this year with JQuest
B’Yachad. I’ll be working with Rabbi Rigler to oversee all
of the students and teachers of JQuest B’Yachad across all
locations and both days. I also look forward to engaging our
Beth Sholom and AJ kids in holiday programs, grade-level
Shabbatot, and of course, our Shabbat Experiences! My days
usually aren’t complete without a visit to at least two synagogues, so I can’t wait to see
you soon. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or 215.887.8704 anytime.
I welcome questions, concerns, and comments in order to make sure our program is doing
all we can to help our kids form strong Jewish identities and develop a love for Judaism.
Shanah Tovah!
Debbie Miner, Jewish Teen Collaborative Director
I am looking forward to working with our teens as the
Director of the Jewish Teen Collaborative (JTC). This year we are
excited about our new model. Tuesday night dinners will be
followed by core and elective classes that are both engaging
and enriching. We also are moving to trimesters to give our
teens more choice — and yes, many electives are based on
their suggestions! One Shabbat a month we will join AJ and BSC for special Shabbat
programming and one Sunday a month we will be either hearing speakers, seeing films,
taking a trip, or participating in a social action project. I love the planning and I can’t
wait to be with our teens. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or
215.635.1337. Shanah Tovah!
As we begin the 2016–2017 school year, you will notice that changes have been made to
our program for 7th through 10th graders at AJ and Beth Sholom — the Jewish Teen
Collaborative (JTC). To begin, I will have the pleasure of working with our teens each
week as the sole JTC director, and I am looking forward to a rewarding year for all.
As a result of speaking with students, parents, and Jewish high school educators in the
area as well as conducting research regarding curricula and models throughout the
country, JTC will be changing to a one-day-a-week program with additional learning
experiences two weekend days per month. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings
and will be split between AJ and Beth Sholom. An optional light dinner with a chance
for the students to socialize will be offered at 6:15 PM. Our first class will be from
6:45–7:30 PM, followed by a short break. Our second class will be from 7:45–8:30 PM.
The Tuesday night curriculum will consist of required classes for each grade as well as
electives. These electives will be based on many of the topics suggested by the teens.
Some of the planned electives include Hebrew, Acting Between the Lines (dramatic
interpretation of the Parshiot), Who Tells Our Stories (history through Jewish heroes,
the World of Jewish Cooking, and A Jewish Lens on Current Topics. We will also have a
student council — a place for teens who are interested to meet and reflect on what is
going on in JTC and ways to move forward. Finally, Tuesday night classes will move to
a trimester schedule, allowing more choice and allowing a greater breadth of topics.
One of the things that will make JTC unique is the special weekend programming each
month. One Shabbat a month, our teens will join our congregations (both AJ and BSC
together) for Shabbat prayer, learning, and activities that are teen-oriented.
One Sunday a month our teens will either be going on trips, joining together for a social
action project, or hearing a speaker/seeing a film on a topic of interest. Our 8th–10th
graders will also go on our annual teen retreat during a weekend to be determined.
Finally, our 10th grade confirmation classes will take place during our regularly scheduled
class sessions on Tuesday nights, as well as through special confirmation programming
during many of our Shabbat and Sunday sessions.
The 5777 JTC school year promises to be engaging and enriching for our teens.
For more information, contact me at [email protected], 215.635.1337,
or at [email protected].
Rabbi Stacy Rigler, Director of JQuest B’Yachad
I am so excited to begin year two of JQuest B’Yachad. This year
we will no longer be having official representatives for each
synagogue. Ana and I will be working together to supervise
JQuest B’Yachad at all three locations. You will see us on a
regular rotation of locations on Sunday mornings and we are
eager to help you with any questions that you might have.
During the week please reach out to me at [email protected] or 215.887.8704 for any
questions, concerns, advice or ideas. I will be the primary liaison for all parents. I like to
say if your kid’s not smiling at JQuest B’Yachad, then my job is not complete! I am so
thrilled to be more involved at the synagogue, attending regular staff meetings with
the clergy and getting to know each family better. I am eager to meet you for coffee or
set up a time for us to connect this year. Best wishes for a Shana Tova u’Metuka.
We Would Like To Connect With Your College Student!
Surprise your college student with a taste of home! College students enrolled
in the AJ College Connection Program will receive the monthly AJ News and
enjoy holiday packages sent to school. Children of member families only.
Please send the following information to Sandra Goldberg at [email protected] or
call the synagogue office at 215.635.6611: Student Name, School Address, Student
Email Address, Parent Email Address and Expected Year of Graduation.
This program is enthusiastically sponsored by AJWA Sisterhood.
Jewish Media Matters
AJWA Sisterhood Ongoing Events
“Jewish Media Matters” is a new AJ News department. Periodically, we’ll provide information
about Jewish books, movies, websites, music, etc., that you may be interested in. We’ll start
this month with the list of books that are featured on the Robyn Orodenker Book Club book
list for 2016-17. Book club meetings are on designated Monday nights at AJ at 8:00 PM.
6:30 to 7:15 PM
Monday evening class
Wednesday evening class 6:30 to 7:15 PM
By Liane Sher
We are excited to present this year’s booklist. This year’s selections are
derived from attendees’ suggestions, Jewish book club lists and Jewish
organization recommendations. As I have not read any of these yet,
these descriptions are stolen from various online sources.
November 7: The Marriage of Opposites, by Alice Hoffman
Set in the 1800’s on the Caribbean island of St. Thomas, this is the
boyhood story of the great Impressionist painter, Camille Pissaro,
his Jewish mother and the community in which he was raised.
December 12: The One Book One Jewish Community Selection
Book to be announced.
February 27: Leaving Berlin, by Joseph Kanon
This a post-WWII undercover spy story exploring life and love
in an atmosphere of fear in Soviet-controlled East Berlin 1949.
April 3: Paris Lamb, by Marcia Fine
Biblical archaeologist Michael Saunders is called to authenticate
“God’s Gold,” artifacts from Solomon’s Temple in Jerusalem after
the suspicious death of an esteemed professor. These treasures
are being released by the Vatican for auction. A family secret is
revealed and, of course, there is a love story.
May 8: As Close to Us as Breathing, by Elizabeth Poliner
A close-knit Jewish family story spanning close to a century begins
in the summer of ‘48 when a tragic accidental death begins the tale.
It is set in a Catskills-like Connecticut beach community. Clashes of
ancient Jewish ritual against modern American life are explored.
June 12: The Betrayers, by David Bezmozgis
An ex-Soviet Israeli politician encounters the man who betrayed
him to the KGB decades before while he is fleeing from a scandal
with his mistress after the affair is exposed.
Join us for one or all book club meetings!
AJWA SISTERHOOD DUES 2016–2017
Zumba®
For ALL levels of ability! Taught by Esther Goldberg, Certified Zumba Instructor.
Robyn Orodenker Book Club List 2016–2017
September 12: The Nightingale, by Kristin Hannah
This is a fictional Holocaust story of two sisters in France trying to
survive. It deals with women in wartime and the choices they need
to make for themselves and their families.
Join us for one or all of these AJWA Sisterhood-sponsored activities!
If you’d like to become a Sisterhood member, please fill out the form below.
Now just $5 a class (no card needed)! Walk-ins are welcome.
Yoga
Welcoming all levels of ability andexperience. Taught by Esther Goldberg,
Certified Yoga Instructor.
Friday morning class
9:30 to 10:30 AM
$12 per class. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information on Zumba or yoga,
contact Esther Goldberg [email protected] or 215.676.8685.
Robyn Orodenker Book Club
A guided discussion group held on designated Monday nights at 8:00 PM
in the Braemer Auditorium. Reading of the book is required! Look for a link to
our 2016–2017 Book Club list in the weekly email, or pick one up from the
Sanctuary lobby counter. (You can also see the article at the right.)
Upcoming Meetings:
September 12, 2016
November 7, 2016
The Nightingale, by Kristin Hannah
The Marriage of Opposites, by Alice Hoffman
Questions? Contact Liane Sher at 215.635.4613 or Judy Szekely at 215.635.8812.
Interested in being a discussion leader? Contact Liane or Judy for more info.
Cook for A Friend
Cook For A Friend, a unique program that prepares meals for those in need,
is in search of volunteers (a.k.a. friends) to cook. Cook For A Friend meets once
a month on a weekday evening and once a month on a weekday morning.
Evening sessions
Daytime sessions
Sandy Basickes (215.782.8586)
Sue Lawson (215.680.7112)
Laurel House Shelterand Domestic Violence Services forAbused Women
and Their Children
For a list of needed items, please contact Debbie Seltzer-Cohen. Only new,
requested items, please! NO gift-wrapped items, clothing, shoes or accessories.
Please bring NEW items to the Braemer Auditorium coat closet and place in the box
marked “Laurel House” or bring toany AJWA Sisterhood event.
Cooking at Ronald McDonald House
Join us to prepare meals for families staying at the House. Contact Judy Stutman Izes at
267.254.6633 or [email protected] for more information.
The deadline for 2016–2017 dues is December 31, 2016.
Please mail this form and your (still only!) $50 dues contribution to: AJWA Sisterhood Dues • 7763 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
Enclosed please find $50 for AJWA Sisterhood dues for 2016–2017 (make checks payable to “AJWA Sisterhood Dues”).
Name ___________________________________ Email____________________________________________
Phone #__________________________ Address___________________________________________________
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I would also like to get involved in the
tiniest or grandest way! Contact me.
(Feel free to explain on a separate note.)
I have an idea for a program, event,
outreach project, etc. Contact me.
(Feel free to explain on a separate note.)
The Seasons of Our Lives
Adath Jeshurun looks forward to acknowledging significant milestones in the lives of our members. Announcements for The Seasons of Our Lives should be sent to the synagogue office
in writing or by email to [email protected] with the notation “Seasons of Our Lives” in the subject line. Information received by the first of the month will appear in the
following month’s issue. Please include your phone number.
Births
Deaths
Emilia Juliette Pressman, granddaughter of
Shelley and Roy Schwartz
December 15, 2015
Sharon (Gary) Kaplan, daughter-in-law of Carol and
Marty Kaplan and sister-in-law of Dr. Elon (Beth) Kaplan
June 10, 2016
Matan Adar Kravitz, grandson of Yaakov
and Terry Kravitz March 11, 2016
Evan Jared Pure, grandson of Barry and
Linda Roth May 19, 2016
Arthur Weiss, father of Beth (Eric) Bell June 13, 2016
Benjamin Menaker Steinberg, grandson of
Chuck Steinberg and Eileen Dwell and the
late Barbara M. Steinberg
August 8, 2016
Sarah Weiss, mother of Beth (Eric) Bell June 29, 2016
Hannah Leigh Reichert, granddaughter of
Berta and Baruch Schwartz August 8, 2016
Joseph Meyers, husband of Ina Meyers Phoebe Gilit Reich, daughter of
Sam and Jodi Reich
August 11, 2016
Engagements
Rafi Glantz, son of Hazzan Howard and Dayna Glantz,
became engaged to Mika Palevsky.
Molly Wernick, daughter of Neil Wernick and Michele
Rifkin, became engaged to Andrew Davies.
Marriages
Gregory (G.W.) Schwartz, son of Kenneth and Lorna
Schwartz, married Marci Lynn Barr, daughter of Dennis
and Debra Barr, on April 10.
Honors and Achievements
Todd Shotz, son of AJ congregants Steven and Barbara
Shotz, was honored with the first-ever qFLIX Philadelphia
Producer Award. His film Lazy Eye is his first film as a lead
producer and was screened at qFLIX Philadelphia, a festival
of American and international lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transsexual and queer independent films.
Randi Weizer, daughter-in-law of Rena Weiss
June 12, 2016
Rosalind Gold, mother of Alan (Frances) Gold
June 30, 2016
June 30, 2016
Elaine Leventhal, mother of Brian (Michal) Leventhal
July 9, 2016
Hon. Norma Levy Shapiro, a current Trustee and
former Secretary of the Board of Trustees
July 22, 2016
Robert “Bobby” Kogen, son of Florence Kogen July 25, 2016
Elizabeth Kilmer, mother of Elizabeth Ronky July 27, 2016
Jean Shull, mother of Lorna (Murray) Rosenthal
August 3, 2016
Temple Painter, AJ’s beloved organist for over 45 years
August 6, 2016
Dr. Roberta Babbitt (Nathan Rosen), daughter of
Bernard and Marcia Babbitt
August 13, 2016
September Milestone Anniversaries
40 YEARS
• Dr. Harry and Wendy Lessig............ September 5, 1976
40 YEARS
• Dr. Bruce and Francine Levin.......... September 5, 1976
10 YEARS
• Benjamin and Beth Birenbaum.....September 17, 2006
Don’t See Your Milestone Anniversary?
If we have missed your Milestone Anniversary
this month, please call the office and provide us
with your information for next year.
Congratulations,
Graduates!
Melissa Elaine Freed, granddaughter of Joe and Mary
Katz, graduated from Danvers Massachusetts High School
with highest honors. She will attend McGill University in
Montreal, Canada.
Samantha Blake Herman, granddaughter of Judy and
Jerry Herman, graduated from the University of Michigan,
magna cum laude, with a BS in Information Science.
Jillian Katz, granddaughter of Joe and Mary Katz,
graduated from MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts with
honors and will be doing research in Australia.
Avi Lipton, son of Meryl Sussman and Bruce Lipton
and grandson of Sima and Steve Sussman graduated
from the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy on June 9, 2016.
In the fall, Avi will attend Wesleyan University in
Middletown, Connecticut.
Kol HaKavod to our
June and July
Torah and Haftarah Readers
Tess Armon
Roy Berliner
Rabbi Sandra Berliner
Rabbi Rick Brody
Reba Carmel
Phillip Duarte
Les Duman
Zachary Feinberg
Dr. Allan Freedman
Robert Friedman
Hazzan Howard Glantz
Mindy Goldstein
Rabbi Carol Harris-Shapiro
Robert Hartman
Judy Stutman Izes
Alex Katz
Anna Brooke Leventhal
Resa Levinson
Jordan Lieberman
Hannah Manusov
Rabbi Vivie Mayer
Larry McAfoos
Susan Novack
Lorna Rosenberg
Gail Schwartz
Zoe Sherman
Dr. Ed Strauss
Sara Strauss
Stephen Sussman
Marcia Webber
Kenneth Weilerstein
Okug rfzk
In Remembrance
Anyone interested in perpetuating the memory of a loved one at AJ should contact the office for information at
215.635.6611. Yahrzeits of the following individuals will be observed as follows:
AUGUST 28, 2016 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2016
24 Av 5776 to 30 Av 5776
To be read on Friday, Sept. 2 and Saturday, Sept. 3
David Aaron
Herbert Baylson
Samuel Robert Beckett
Lillian Berger
Katie Bergman
Benjamin Berison
Rose Bolinsky
Paul Breen
Alexander Z. Brister
Morris Chalphon
Fay Dash
Stanley Davidoff
Mildred D. Edelman
Minnie Edelson
Celia B. Elkins
Belle Goldman Feigenbaum
Marvin Felkoff
Isreal I. First
Annie Fox
Marion Getzik
Samuel Heimerling
Harry Hirschberg
Esther Leah Jacobson
Rose Katz
Lewis Klein
Dr. Richard Allen Lazar
Abraham Leonard
Jack Lisman
Josephine R. Lyons
Esther G. Metz
Regina B. Metzger
Jacob Y. Orlick
Fanny Pfeffer
Abraham Pleet
Esther L. Podolyn
Esther Popowich
N. Allan Reuben
Ethel Sarner Romain
Florence Hirsch Rosen
Harry N. Sacks
Dusha Schwartz
Iris Lee Schwartz
Rose Scolnick
Sara Belle Spector
Jacob Stern
Carole Ellen Strug
Joseph Tapper
Reba Thomas
Bella Viner
Sadie Weinstein
Albert Weiser
Irving Woldow
SEPTEMBER 4, 2016 to SEPTEMBER 10, 2016
1 Elul 5776 to 7 Elul 5776
Celia Mildred Allen
Emanuel Asher
Louis Bachenheimer
Bella Benedict
Isadore Berman
Charlotte Viner Bernstein
Max Blumberg
Eva G. Brickman
Eva Brint
Carl B. Broad
Ethel Brooks
Goldie Davidson
Meyer Demp
Nathan Dordick
Reta S. Emerson
Alfred Fleischhacker
Helen Fox
Dr. Abraham Freedman
Rebecca Freedman
Miriam Frumer
Dr. Morris L. Fuchs
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Lena Fyne
Abraham Goldner
Betty Glick Goldstein
Joseph Goodman
Leonard Gottlieb
Louis Gottlieb
Samuel Gottlieb
Ena Guggenheim
Max Hawtof
Muriel E. Hofberg
Frances Loeb Hoffman
Yetta B. Jacobson
Kathryn Jaspan
Anna Zeeve Jaspan
Charles A. Kahaner
Adonna S. Kaplan
Henrietta R. Kustin
Rose Largman
Nathan Lazar
Charles Lemisch
Milu Lemisch
Louis Leonard
Samuel S. Levitt
Gabriel Lowenthal
Benjamin Mark
Samuel Mechanic
Morris A. Meyer
Herman Miller
Paul M. Myers
Matilda L. Newman
Elias Oberfield
Ida Piwoz
Benjamin Podell
Golda (Katie) Rothbard
Libbey Riva Rudolph
Michael David Schwartz
Irvin Sklar
Isidor A. Smith
Suzanne U. Snyder
Jean Spitzer
Gloria Stein
Bertha Stern
Charles Trechan
Bernard M. Verlin
Alice Dobnoff Weiner
Ada Wertheimer
Leanore Wilgard
Fanny Wollenberger
Johanna Yorish
Irving Zaslow
8 Elul 5776 to 14 Elul 5776
To be read on Friday, Sept.16 and Saturday, Sept. 17
Freda Altman
Sophia S. Axelrod
George Berman
Esther Blank
Calvin Blankfield
Fannie L. Bloch
Byron Blum
Molly G. Blumstein
Philip Fidelman
Alfred E. Garfinkel
Ella Loewenstein Ginns
Betty Hoffman
Louis Hoffman
Bella Jacobson
Selma Kimmelman
Samuel Kushner
Frances Layman
Julius Leventhal
Nettie Levit
Nate Levy
Louis Marshall
Freda H. Mellman
Martin W. Mellman
Aaron E. Miller
William M. Moldawer
Edward Muchnick
Sylvan Muchnick
Mary Nahon
Bella (Bayla) Neiman
Selma Nones
Judith Rose Picard
Harry Platowsky
Lena Pleet
Louis Polin
Israel Rechtman
Minnie Stern Ronkin
Maurice Rosen
Jacob Salamon
Rubin Schwartz
Max Silberman
Sarah Smith
Sylvia Sorkin
Herman Spiller
Harold Steerman
Adelaide R. Stein
Irwin Marvin Sussman
Charles Sustin
Pauline Turon
Sadie Wagman
Harry A. Warshaw
Samuel Weinberg
Louis Wernick
Florence Wilf
Dr. David Zipin
15 Elul 5776 to 21 Elul 5776
Solomon Aarons
Rose Abrams
Joseph Aion
Marvin Allanoff
Minna Beck
Harris Becker
Sophie L. Beilan
Martin M. Berger
William Berkowitz
Anna Bernstein
Lenore Steinberg Bernstein
Robert E. Bernstein
David Jerome Carmosin
William Eckstein
Benjamin Ellman
Herbert B. Fogel
Anna Gaber
Ben Goldhirsh
Malka Dacks Goldmann
Hattie Grosswald
Harry Harris
Samuel Heidelberger
Richard A. Jaffe
Maurice J. Kass
Else Roer Kaufmann
Nathan Kirschbaum
Anna Klein
Israel Klein
Leopold Klein
Miriam Lebowitz
Leon Leowenheart
Bessie London
Bernard Mandel
Fannie Marks
J. Aaron Meyer
Nellie Newman
Morris Nitzberg
Isadore M. Ostrum
Joel C. Podell, D.O.
Edith Rosen
Raymond Saltzman
Justin S. Scheinberg
Jacob Selbst
Shirley Shapiro
Abram J. Sherman
Solomon J. Silberman
Clara Simon
Richard Alan Sonnenfeld
Jacob Stein
Leonard Julius Stein
Sophie Stein
Nathaniel Whiteman
Nettie Wolf
SEPTEMBER 25, 2016 to OCTOBER 1, 2016
22 Elul 5776 to 28 Elul 5776
To be read on Friday, Sept. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 1
Nathaniel Aarons
Lillian Ackerman
Esther Benedict Bahoff
Isadore Barenbaum
Phyllis Helen Bedrick
Maxine Bernstein
Sophie Bernstein
Benjamin Birnbaum
Isaac Bloch
Isaac Borgenski
Abraham Bornstein
Harry Brest
Freda Robinson Cohen
Rosa Cohen
Samuel Cohen
Eva Cohn
Pauline Ellis Cramer
Charles Daroff
Eva Goldman
Dr. Benjamin Goodis
Hugo Hartman
Samuel Heidelberger
William Saul Hunn
Herman E. Jacoby
Edward Alan Jaspan
Solomon Kahn
Samuel Kauffman
Sara Ann Kirsh
Frank Leonard
Harry Levin
Wolf Levinson
Lester M. Lipschutz
Simon Makransky
David S. Molod
Cyril B. Myers
Melvin J. Nadel
Katie Nemir
Louis Newman
Harry Newmayer
Yetta Orlean
Samuel Peyser
Henry Pfander
Richard S. Pollock
Ben Rayman
Barbara B. Rubenstein
Renee Rubin
Elizabeth Sluizer
Rebecca Snader
Samuel C. Sonnenfeld
Ray Steinlauf
Julia L. Stern
Sophia Stern
Sylvia Titman
Rachel Tubis
Harry Warren
Dorothy Wax
Dorothy Shuman Weber
Sarah Pepp Winegrad
vcr vsu,
Seder Avodah Fund
IN HONOR OF
Saul and Charlotte Britchkow
In honor of your birthdays
and anniversary
Phyllis and Stephen Lishnoff
Dr. Mark Frisch
In appreciation for
your kindness
Anita and Robert Feld
Mervin Hartman
In honor of your
90th birthday
Phyllis and Charles Kirschbaum
Deb and Ed Strauss
In honor of all the simhot
celebrated on 27 Iyar 5776
Stephanie Felzer
IN MEMORY OF
Benzion Ginn
Shirley Tauber
Sybil Schinfeld
Anita and Robert Feld
Dr. Ralph Schrager
Al and Sandy Nadel
Judge Norma Levy Shapiro
Tough, fair and caring
Al and Sandy Nadel
Marcia Sheiman
Naomi, Skip, Jonathan
and Zachary Atkins
Esther and Herman Weinstein
Shirley W. and Allan Levick
Memorial Fund
William Abramson
Scott Abramson
Esther Antwarg
Mary and Joe Katz
Annie Appel
Lillian R. Brown
Marvin Arkans
Florence Arkans
Mary Baylson
Penny Parker
Abraham Beilan
Carol B. Shackmaster
Minnie Beilan
Scott J. Bell
Zita Bell
Bella Benedict
Anita Nemez
Alvin Berger
Stewart Berger
Charlotte Viner Bernstein
Lewis Bernstein
Julia Bernstein
Gladys Bernstein
Jon and Cathy Bernstein
Morris Bernstein
Harold Bernstein
Raymond Blatt
Barb Foreman
Florence Bliss
Gladys B. Bernstein
Thank you for your generous donations to our synagogue funds
Dr. Herman A. Bliss
Gladys B. Bernstein
Allan H. Blitz
Len and Bonnie Winegrad
Harold Blumenfeld
Stephen and Irene Blumenfeld
Yetta Borden
Edith Borden
Eva Brint
Shirley and Murry Levyn
Alexander Brister
Michael J. Brister
Sydney Brown
Lillian Brown
David Buchsbaum
Sandra Steinfield
Kathleen Burman
Deborah Carasso
Freda Bushman
Libby C. Goodman
Paul J. Cohen
Barbara Kroungold, Jill
Schwartz and Gail Cohen
Oscar Corn, MD
Holly Corn
Robert and Deborah Corn
Selma Corn
Robert and Deborah Corn
Albert Cuker
Mark Cuker
Stanley Davidoff
Steve, Chellie and Lisa Davidoff
Sylvia Director
Alan, Joanne, Mark and
Rachel Director
Debbie, Sam and Ellen Liebman
Celia Dobin
Rita and George Slotnick
Sidney H. Don
Shirley Don
Norman Dresnin
Ed Dresnin
Sarah Dresnin
Lucille Lerman
Pearl Eckstein
Doris Lazar
Mildred D. Edelman
Jeffrey Edelman
Harriet Schneeberg Ellis
Helen Schneeberg
Harry Fair
Estelle Brand
Belle Goldman Feigenbaum
Peggy Freedman Levitman
Harry Feigenbaum
Peggy and David Levitman
Rebecca Feigenblatt
Charlotte Blatt
Celia Feinberg
Deborah Carasso
Herman Feldman
Jerry B. Feldman
Esther Felzer
Herbert Felzer
Stephanie Felzer
Philip Felzer
Doris Felzer
Herbert Felzer
Stanton Felzer
Stephanie Felzer
Susan Felzer and Michael Siegel
Ida Fine
Freda Torrens
Lillian Fingerman
Ann and Warren Kalmanor
Isreal First
E. David First
Henny Reeves Fisher
Cantor Deborah Arden Stern
William Fleishman
Samuel Fleishman
Mack Freedman
Peggy and David Levitman
Rae Freedman
Sharon, Mitchell and Ari
Sussman
Adolph Aaron Friedman
Elise Miller
Benji Friedman
Elise Miller
Helen Friedman
Elise Miller
Bernhard Fuhrmann
Gusta Fuhrmann
Sara Galpern
Gilbert Galpern
Mollie Gardner
Rose Rosenzweig
Norman Gekoski
Selma Gekoski
Bernard Gilick
Rhea and Alvin Applebaum
Benzion Ginn
Nona Levin Abrams
David and Shari Seltzer
Ty and Marge Steinberg
Joan Wohl
Louis Gluck
Philip Gluck
Frank and Molly Gochin
Clara Wolinsky Menduke
Jerry Goldberg
Marlene Bonham
Mildred Goldblatt
Thomas E. Goldblatt
Eva Golden
Kenneth Golden
Jeannette Goldhammer
Carolyn and Frank Platt
Harry Goldiner
Lonnie Goldiner
Donald Goldman
Denise and Jeffrey Portner
Herman Goldstein
Lynne Poritsky
Jeanette Goldstein
Debbie and Corey Goldstein
Sam Gottlieb
Temi Gottlieb
Janet Hanan
Helen Schneeberg
Anna Haven
Arthur M. Cohn
Arnold Hirsch
Ruth Hirsch
Bessie Hockstein
Dr. Richard Hockstein
Howard Hockstein
Dr. Richard Hockstein
Benjamin Hofberg
Ronald Fash
Muriel Hofberg
Ronald Fash
Rubin Hymovitz
Karin Hymovitz
Anna Jacobson
Ben Jacobson
Benjamin Jacobson
Anna Jacobson
Esther Jacobson
Steve, Chellie and Lisa Davidoff
Harold and Sue (Davidoff)
Rosenthal
Harry Jacobson
Steve and Chellie Davidoff
Theodore S. Jacobson
Carole Miller
Evelyn Kalos
Marty Kalos
Miriam Kamin
Natalie Isser
Sharon Kaplan
Nona Levin Abrams
Marti Kahn
Joan P. Wohl
Marjorie Kauffman
Jeff and Vicky Kauffman
Sylvia Kellem
Judy Kellem
Susan Rade
Anne D. Klasky
Suzy and Alex Kurtzman and
Gregory and Marci Schwartz
Mary D. Klein
Gail Klein
Miriam Klein
Stephen Klein
Bobby Kogen
Shirley and Allan Levick
Ruth Rose
Roy and Shelley Schwartz
Richard Koppenhafer
Carra, Scott, Eli and Sydra
Minkoff
Sophie Kretchman
Philip Kretchman
Harry Z. Kroser
Dr. Albert Kroser
Samuel J. Krupnick
Laurence Krupnick
William M. Krupnick
Laurence Krupnick
Sidney Lang
Elaine Schiff
Leon Lessack
Alan and Edina Lessack
Jordan and Arlene Lessack
Elaine Leventhal
Steve and Anne Fassler
Fannie Levick
Stephanie Felzer
Jacob H. Levick
Sylvia Mintzer
Louis Levin
Nona Levin Abrams
Albert Levy
Lorraine Cowan
Albert Lichtenstein
Rhonda Lichtenstein
Ike Lichtenstein
Estelle Brand
Evelyn Lichtman
Harriet and Stephen Schorr
Stanford Lieberman
Bunny Verbit
Lee Linder
Thelma Linder
Hans Loeb
Joan Loeb
Myer Aron Margolis
Sandra M. Alloy
Bryan Marks
Bruce and Bonnie Kay Marks
Rachel Marthan Bat Hannah
Annette Addi
Mary Miller
Myron Miller
Joan Mishkin
Arthur Mishkin
Audrey Morgenstern
Karen Moses
Seymour Moses
Ed Moses
Rose Mosicant
Morrissa Peisach
Pearl Novik
Jay Novik
Jack Paller
Robert Paller
Anna Panitch
Howard and Mary Panitch
Jack Panitch
Howard and Mary Panitch and
Oren and Rebecca Panitch
Garry Parker
Penny Parker
Harold Parker
Penny Parker
Celia Paul
Steve Strauss
Max Perkal
Joan Loeb
Benjamin Polsky
Jules Polsky
Dorothy G. Polsky
Michael J. Brister
Frank Robinson
Kenny and Penny Robinson
Ronald Rose
Ruth Rose
Alexander Rosenberg
Jane Simon
Murray Rosenzweig
Rose Rosenzweig
Dora Salkin
Mirele Steinig
Abraham W. Saltzburg
Jacob E. Saltzburg
Mark Saltzman
Michael Saltzman
Norman Saltzman
Michael Saltzman
Rona Saltzman
David Salus
Kay Skloff
Stuart Schecter
Phyllis Taxin
Alexander J. Schmerling
Neil and Karen Schmerling
Lena Schnall
Dr. Nathan Schnall
Berta Schneeberg
Helen Schneeberg
Harry Schneeberg
Helen Schneeberg
Dr. Ralph Schrager
Sheva Cohen
Linda and Norman Koven
and Family
Sandy and Paul Steinfield
Mae Schreiber
Helen Schneeberg
Iris Lee Schwartz
Harry, Brett and Ian Schwartz
Joseph Schwartz
Gail and Mark Schwartz
Martin Schwartz
Rosalind Rachlin
Morrie Selbst
Elaine Schiff
Frances Shackmaster
Hon. Norma Shapiro
Marcia Feldman Portelli
Marcia Sheiman
Sheva Cohen
The Izes Family
Linda and Norman Koven
and Family
Al and Sandy Nadel
Marcy Nadel
Susan Starr
Joan Wohl
Pam and Joe Yohlin
Elizabeth Sher
Viki Pashman
Colman Shrager
Joseph Shrager
Lillian and Ralph Silverman
Helene Jawer
Rose Silverman
Melvin Silverman
Jane Simon
Gloria Sulman and Family
Samuel Simon
Jane Simon
Morris Sloan
Steve Strauss
Louis Smith
Joel and Evelyn Udell
Arlene Ostrow Smoler
Robin and Max Minkoff
Daniel Gilbert Sobel – Gidalia
ben Mordechai v’Jennie
Evelyn J. Haber
Isadore F. Staller
Irene P. Staller
Jerome M. Staller
Irene P. Staller
Miriam Stecki
Jack Stecki
Sam Stein
Dr. Albert Kroser
Max K. Steinberg
Luba and Barry Schwartz
Sarah Steinig
Mirele Steinig
Claire K. Stern
Jane Stern Buchman
Max Stern
Arthur Stern
Stanley A. Tauber
Joanne B. Tauber and
Nicholas W. Iadicicco
Jonathan and Diane Tauber
Shirley Tauber
Ethel Udell
Evy and Joel Udell
Theodore Vanett
JoAnne Vanett
Moses Venetzky
Esther Chavenson
JoAnne Vanett
Rachel Venetzky
Esther Chavenson
Rachel Venetzky
Rose Weinstock
Arthur Stern
Arthur and Sarah Weiss
Gerry Rudman
Jack Weiss
Franklin Weiss
Ria Weiss
Luba and Barry Schwartz
Sadie Weiss
Mildred Demchick
Randi Weizer
Rhea and Alvin Applebaum
Naomi and Skip Atkins
Beverly Davis
Howard Gershman
Marti Kahn
Resa Levinson
Thelma Linder
Sarah Lipkin
Carra, Scott, Eli and Sydra
Minkoff
Karen and Ed Moses
Harriet Sigel
Marcia and Jack Stecki
Gloria Sulman and Family
Irvin A. Winegrad
Ruth W. Lipschutz
Rose Wisneski
Marsha Eisenberg
Dr. George T. Wohl
Joan P. Wohl
Benjamin H. Wolf
Suzanne and Charles
Danenberg
Irving Wolinsky
Clara Wolinsky Menduke
Frank L. Young
Nancy Markowich
Irving Zaslow
Jerome M. Zaslow
Joy Fund
Sandy Berkowitz
In honor of your
Torah Fund honor
Robin and Max Minkoff
and Family
Justin and Sarah Biskup
Congratulations on the grand
opening of your new business
“Albert’s Auto Repair”
Shelley and Roy Schwartz
Mona and Michael Brassloff
In honor of the bar mitzvah
of your grandson
Thelma Linder
Cantor Davidson
In honor of your anniversary
Gladys Steinslofer
Eileen Dwell
To the best co-chair of AJers in
Town. Your time and efforts are
greatly appreciated
Janet and Harris Lewin
Sherri and Frank Feinberg
Mazal Tov on Ariel’s
confirmation
Robert Friedman
Thank you for the honor
Nina Frisch
Mervin and Harriet Hartman
In honor of Mervin’s birthday
and their anniversary
Nona Levin Abrams
Robert and Gigi Kitei
Shirley and Allan Levick
Rabbi Seymour and
Cindy Rosenbloom
In honor of the birth of
your granddaughter
Ed and Betsy Rubenstone
Barry and Linda Roth
In honor of the birth of your
grandson, Evan Jared Pure
Karen, Stuart, Shari and
Alyssa Wohl
Jack Stecki
In honor of aliyot
Jack Stecki
Selma Stepansky
In honor of your 90th birthday
Joyce Brill
Ed and Deb Strauss
In honor of the Strauss
Family Simchat
Sheva Cohen
Nina Frisch
Karen and Ed Moses
Ed and Deb Strauss
Best wishes on your
49th anniversary
Shelley and Saul Reibstein
Nettie Schnapp
Sima and Steve Sussman
Ed and Deb Strauss
In honor of Isla Rae Strauss
The Izes Family
The Strauss Family
For many more simchas
Howard Gershman
Dr. Ronit Sugar
Dr. Paul and Sandy Steinfield
Making Donations to AJ’s Funds
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By mail or in person and accompanied by check payment................................................... $10 minimum donation
If added to your synagogue bill............................................................................................ $20 minimum donation
Seder Avodah Fund (new edition)................................................................................. $36 donation
Humash Etz Hayim Fund................................................................................................. $72 donation
Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund............................................................................................. $25 minimum donation
The Congregation’s Torah
Donations to the Congregation’s Torah are a unique opportunity to help fund AJ’s Endowment to ensure the future
of the Congregation while celebrating a special occasion or remembering a loved one. Each donation will be
acknowledged in the Congregation’s Torah display case outside the Strauss Chapel.
Pasuk (a verse of Torah).................................................................................................................................... $150
Aliyah (each section of a weekly portion)......................................................................................................... $250
Patriarchs, Matriarchs, Biblical Symbols, Names.......................................................................................... $500
Maftir (final Aliyah each week)..................................................................................................................... $1,000
Parasha (weekly reading).............................................................................................................................. $2,500
Favorite Torah Story..................................................................................................................................... $3,600
Please contact Robert Friedman at 215.635.6611, ext. 112, for more information about donations to the Congregation’s Torah.
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Manny Triebwasser
Wishing you a speedy recovery
Marcia and Jack Stecki
Nicholas Edward and
Anthony Brook Weizer
God’s blessings on your
graduations
Rena Weizer-Weiss
Education Fund
IN MEMORY OF
Eve Bender
Barbara and Steven Shotz
Marvin Katz
Marcia, Bruce, Jeffrey and
Rachel Cohen
Sybil Schinfeld
Marcia Sheiman
Randi Weizer
Rachel Cohen
IN HONOR OF
Bruce Armon, Rabbi Kobrin,
Rabbi Rosenbloom, Hazzan
Glantz, Robert Friedman,
and Debbie Miner
For your kindness and support
when Mom passed
Naomi Atkins
Ed Rubenstone
Ed and Deb Strauss
In honor of your simchas
Marcia Webber
Ed and Deb Strauss
Mazal Tov on the birth of
your granddaughter
Rachel Cohen
Marilyn and Bob Vogel
In honor of your
40th anniversary
Stephanie Felzer
Minyan Fund
IN HONOR OF
AJ
In gratitude for the warm
welcome home and birthday
blessing
Idelle S. Wood
Morning Minyaners
Who made it possible for me
to say kaddish this past year
Steve Strauss
Barry and Linda Roth
In honor of the birth of Evan
Jared Pure
Bettyruth and Allen Aisenstein
Hazzan Howard K.
Glantz Discretionary
Fund
IN MEMORY OF
Jane Bass
Rena Weizer Weiss
Randi Weizer
Judy and Merrill Brown
Dr. Bruce and Francine Levin
Carol Shackmaster
Rene and Mort Stein
IN HONOR OF
Hazzan Glantz
In honor of our wedding
Amanda Lessig and Aaron
Atterman
Hazzan Glantz
In honor of the wonderful
tribute program
Carolyn and Frank Platt
Hazzan Glantz
With thanks for your help
with the Torah Fund event
Torah Fund Committee and
AJWA Sisterhood
Hazzan and Dayna Glantz
Mazal Tov on Rose’s
confirmation
Josh Matusow
In honor of your special
birthday
Betty M. Perlmutter
Carolyn Platt
In honor of her recent
Torah reading
Frank Platt
Dr. Cynthia Silber
In honor of your daughter’s
college graduation
Carole and Ozzie Ozeroff
Rabbi’s Discretionary
Fund
IN MEMORY OF
Rosalind Gold
Linda and Fred Bloom
and Family
Randi Weizer
Carol Shackmaster
IN HONOR OF
Amanda Lessig and
Aaron Atterman
In honor of our wedding
Rabbi Kobrin
Sunnie Epstein
Rabbi Kobrin
For your continuing care
and concern for me during
my recovery
Sharon Masarsky
Rabbi Kobrin
In appreciation of aliyah
honors and insightful
D’var Torahs
Steve Strauss
Rabbi Kobrin
For your kindness to me
and my family
Rena Weizer-Weiss
Rabbi Kobrin
Thank you for performing
such a lovely service for
Randi Weizer
Paul Weizer
Bikkur Holim
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Give healing wings. Please let us know if you, a family member, or a fellow
congregant is ill or hospitalized. A call to the office will ensure that the rabbi, hazzan and
volunteer leadership can follow up with visits, calls and healing prayers from the bima.
Take a moment and keep us informed. Call Rabbi Kobrin at 215.635.6611, or email her at
[email protected]. When emailing, put “Illness Notification” in the subject line.
ALIYAH
PARASHAT SH’MOT
Exodus 3:1–15
In honor of Sandy Berkowitz
receiving the 5776 Torah Fund
Woman of Achievement Award
Your friends from the
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VERSE
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Deuteronomy 16:11
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Charles S. Davidson, D.S.M., Hazzan Emeritus
OFFICERS
Bruce Armon...............................................................................President
David L. Reibstein................................................Executive Vice President
Edward F. Chacker................................................................Vice President
Judy Stutman Izes................................................................Vice President
Melissa Ufberg.....................................................................Vice President
Alex Katz..................................................................................... Treasurer
Jennifer Brier............................................................... Assistant Treasurer
Tamra Zebovitz...........................................................................Secretary
Anne Fassler...................................................... Immediate Past President
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Igniting the Vocal Majority:
A Rally to Demand Gun
Violence Prevention
November 2016 > September 30, 2016
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By Ed Moses
A rally sponsored by CeaseFire PA was held on Tuesday
morning, July 26, at Logan Square in Center City Philadelphia
during the week of the Democratic National Convention.
Participating in the event were Mothers in Charge, Americans
for Responsible Solutions PAC, local and national survivors,
and national leaders. The rally was called to demand
meaningful action to make our communities safer places
to work, pray, and learn.
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Among the attendees were:
1) AJ Congregant, Resa Levinson
2) Former PA Governor, Mayor, and District Attorney, Ed Rendell
3) Former Congresswoman, Gabby Giffords
4) Congressman and iconic civil rights leader, John Lewis
5) AJ Congregant and Executive Director of CeaseFire PA,
Shira Goodman
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