Temple Emeth - American Jewish Archives

Temple Emeth - American Jewish Archives

Temple
Emeth
An Affiliate of The Union of American Hebrew Congregations
The Oldest Reform Congregation in Bergen County
VOLUME 47 NUMBER 10
JUNE 1995/SIVAN 5755
From the Rallbl's Study
Dates to
Remember
6/2
Family Shabbat Service
Etz Chayim will sing
6!3
Shavuot Dinner/Service
6/4
Shavuot
Conformation
Yizkor
6/8
Temple Emeth Retirees
6/9
Senior League Creative Service
Farewell to Jonah Pesner
6/10
Art & Service Auction
6/11
Family Nature Hike
6/16
Early Shabbat Service
Adult Choir will sing
8/10
Bulletin Copy Deadline
I can hardly believe that"a dozen years have passed since I walked down the
aisle at Temple Emanu-el on the day of my ordination. I continue to be in awe
of the tremendous power that service has for its participants. It marks for those
ordained as rabbis and those invested as cantors the end of the years at the
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. It also marks the formal
beginning of something that is more than just a career. Though a dozen years
have passed, I continue to feel no less a sense of gratitude to the those who
helped me along the path of my journey to the rabbinate -- both my teachers at
the College-Institute and my teachers, staff and congregants, in my student
internship at Temple Shaaray Tefila in Manhattan. The years I spent as an
intern left an indelible mark on my rabbinic personage.
In the past year we, as a congregation, have been blessed with the opportunity
to have the same type of experience in welcoming to our midst a rabbinic
student who is walking along that same path of training and preparation I
walked at Shaaray Tefila. And we have been richly blessed to have one of finest
o-r rabbinic candidates in Jonah Pesner. True, Jonah has been with us for two
years. But it has only been in this past year that he has served as our Rabbinic
intern. I have little doubt that as a congregation we have been, as I have been
personally, enriched deeply, and perhaps indelibly, by the ways in which Jonah
has touched our lives. From our youngest children to the elders of our
congregation, Jonah has been a teacher, a spiritual leader and a caring friend.
He now prepares to head back to Israel for an extra year of study at the Hebrew
University. As Jonah and Dana prepare to make this exciting journey, we wish
them all the best. Thank you for your boundless energy, your depth of wisdom
and your willingness to share yourself with us. I thank you personally and shall
always cherish our friendship, which began during my time as a rabbinic intern
over a dozen years ago. May you go forth in peace and return in peace. It has
been a privilege and honor, for me personally, and for Emeth as a part of the
House of Israel to share a part of the journey with you.
On Friday, June 9th, as we welcome our Senior League to the bimah for their
annual Senior League service, we will also have the opportunity to thank and
say goodbye to Jonah in a more formal fashion. Join us for this special tribute!
In the months ahead, we shall be blessed not once, but twice, with the honor
of welcoming two more rabbinic students to our midst. We have been chosen
to host an intern under the Wexner Rabbinic Residence Program for the
summer. And so, for six weeks this summer we shall welcome Daniel Levin,
who is entering his fifth year at HUC-JlR. In September we shall officially
welcome Jonah's successor, Renee Goldberg, who will be a fourth-year student
at HUC-JlR. Renee will step into many of the same roles Jonah has fulfilled,
and will no doubt also create her own paths of action and involvement in our
midst. How richly blessed we are as a congregation to have the privilege of
helping shape rabbis of the future and the blessing of enjoying all they have to
offer in the present.
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ADULT KALLAH - 1995
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TEMPLE EMETH BULLETIN
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Rabbi
Cantor
Rabbi Eaterito.
Director of Education
Early Childhood Director
Rabbinic: Intern/Senior
League Advisor
Ellen Zvuhm
Louis J. Sigel
Usa L Barzilai
Laara Sdmeider
JonahPesaer
Barbara Sabella
Temple Ad.-inistrator
Bookkeeper
Secretary
School Administrator
Judy Yabloab
Deborah Taylor
David Fox
Cyady Friedland
VICki Farm
Joseph Boonin
Laura Kirsch
David Opat
Suzanne Keusc:h
MaryLou Goldstein
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VICe-President
VICe-PresideDt
VICe-PresideDt
VICe-President
AssistllDt Secretary
Treasurer
AssistllDt Treasurer
YlDIlDCial Secretary
Assistant FiDancial Secretary
Bob Spiewak
Estelle Spiewak
Editor
Associate Editor
Marion Schechter
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TEMPLE EMETH OPEN HOUSE
WEDNESDAY JUNE 14th
BRING A FRIEND
7:30 - 9 PM
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---And there we were --37 Kallah-niks discussing the "meaning of brit". It was a mid-December weekend at the Dellwood Country Club in
New City and we prayed and ate and sang and
thought and discussed. And that was the best
part--discussing and analyzing the meaning and
significance of Covenant under the tutelage of
Rabbi Gurvis.
H you weren't there you missed a meaningful
experience. But don't despair.
Kallah '95 will take place October 27
through 29 at the Hilton Hotel in Woodbridge,
NJ (where some of our free time on Saturday
afternoon can be spent at their health club and
swimming pool). The topic for discussion will
be decided "a nd announced at a later date.
The cost for all this will be about $160 per
person, double occupancy, and $230 per
person, single occupancy, including room,
meals and enlightenment
A deposit of $50 per person will guarantee
that you will not be left out! Send your check
now with the coupon (or a reasonable
facsimile); the balance will appear later on
your Temple monthly bill.
Any questions? Call Eleanor and Myron
White at 837-7437, day or evening.
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ADULT KALLAH - 1995
PLEASE PRINT!
Your Name(s)_ _ _-=_ _ _ _--=::_
Telephone
Day
Evening
Please mail your check, payable to Temple
Emeth Adult Kallah, to The Whites, 1363
Sussex Road. Teaneck. (When the "Kallah
quota is filled, you will be put on the waiting
list -- do not delay!)
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Temple Emeth
Environment Committee
Report no.
20
Precycle.
• One out of every eleven dollars that Americans
spend on food goes for packaging. Precycling
means reducing environmentally wasteful
packagipg before you buy.
• Buy eggs in recycled cardboard. not styrofoam
cartons. Buy items like cereal and dry goods in
recycled boxes. Recycled boxes are gray on the
inside. Buy in bulk. it's cheaper and uses minimal
packaging.
• Buy beverages in recyclable glass or aluminum
containers. avoid plastic "squeezable" containers
which are dramatically non-biodegradable.
BASED ON"SO SIMPLE THINGS YOU CAN 00 TO SAVE 1HE EAKIH"
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Hello, I'm Judith Yablonka, newly elected President of our wonderful Temple. I
have not yet had the pleasure of meeting many of you, and so I'd like to introduce
myself. My husband Gidon and I have been proud and happy residents of Teaneck for
21 years and members of Temple Emeth for almost 20. I have been employed as a
Dental Hygienist for almost 30 years, and currently work here in Teaneck four days a
week. Our. twin daughters will be graduating from Teaneck High School this June, and
will be attellding college in the fall.
When I · think·· back to those days many years ago when we first joined Temple
Emeth, I remember that we did so to attend services and because we felt that as Jews
we should support a synagogue in our community. Over the years as we attended more
Temple social, cultural and educational activities as well, our circle of friends came to
include many Temple members. We have made deep and lasting friendships as a result
of our Temple involvement. This is our spiritual home--and it has become "family" in
every sense of the word.
We are blessed here at Temple Emeth with such riches! We have exceptional Clergy
and staff, enthusiastic and creative volunteers, a supportive and generous congregation
and a schedule fiIled with Services, programs and activities to meet almost every need.
Come and enjoy and benefit from all that we have to offer! I can only wish for you the
great and enriching experience that being an involved Temple Emeth member has been
to me in my own life.
.J look forward to meeting each of you, and if I can be of service to you, please do
can on me. Your comments, suggestions and concerns are always welcome.
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MESSAGE FROM THE CANTOR
It. is · hard to believe how much has happened in my life since last summer. During
this time I graduated from Cantorial School, moved into a new home in a new
community, began my service as a fun time Invested Cantor, and as if theses things were
not enough, I also got married. Needless to say, this has been an exciting and busy
year. This y~ar could also have been incredibly difficult and stressful had it not been for
the overwhelming support which I have received from so many people.
I have been truly blessed to become part of such a wonderful congregation. In just
one year this congregation has become nothing less than a family to my husband and
myself. I have the pleasure of working with such competent professionals and lay
leaders, each of whom ca.r e so much about the work .they do, they are constantly going
above and beyond the can of duty. Once a week, I am fortunate enough to work with a
junior choir that lights up my day, and an adult choir made up of people who, after a
long day at work find the energy to rehearse, and put up with my sense of humor!
I must admit that one's first year in a full time pulpit can at times, be confusing.
There are so many things to learn and even more people to get to now. I often
wonder if someone were to ask me as many questions as I have asked Rabbi Gurvis this
past year, would I have had the patience to answer them an? Would I have been so
understanding and accepting of one who was just beginning to learn the things that I
already learned more than ten years ago? Rabbi Gurvis' patience and understanding
have helped me so much in the past year and they are greatly appreciated.
Thank you an from Avi and myself as we look forward to a bright future at Temple
Emeth.
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MESSAGE FROM THE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
My staff and I were excited that this year's dinner dance was in celebration of the Early Childhood
Center. Unfortunately, I cannot share my experience with you, since my Bulletin article was written
before the event.
While writing a poem for the celebration, I began to reflect on my role as ECC's director for the
past four years. I feel very fortunate to be a part of the success ECC has experienced. In 1991 four
classrooms were utilized for our pre-school. We now use all seven rooms. We added a four-year-old
class, a three-year-old class, and a transitional two's program. Our staff has increased from 9 to 14
teachers. Our enrollment has increased from 79 to 102 children.
I attribute this growth to many factors. The school has a philosophy which respects the
developmental needs of our young children and has an exceptional teaching staff. Our teachers are
caring, dedicated professionals who plan curriculum that is experiential and interesting for young
children. We value parent involvement. Parents participate through committee work and classroom
participation.
Our curriculum focuses on the celebration of our Jewish holidays. Children leave our school proud
of their Jewish heritage and are eager to share their experiences with their families. We celebrate
Shabbat every Friday in the classrooms. We meet bi-weekly with Rabbi Gurvis and Cantor Zvulun to
sing and hear wonderful stories about our Jewish heritage. We also have family events to celebrate
Succot, Chanukah and Shabbat.
We have grown to be a family at Temple Emeth's ECC. Our school is a warm, friendly
environment where teachers, parents and children work harmoniously together. Barbara Sabella, our
dedicated school administrator is invaluable in assisting parents and supporting myself and our staff.
It is a pleasure to work with Rabbi Gurvis, Cantor Zvulun and Lisa Barzilai as they are incredibly
helpful and caring. Marion, Tsilla and Joan in the front office and Arthur are always there when we
need a helping hand.
There have been so many members of the Board of Trustees who have been involved with ECC.
Judy Yablonka, Cyndy Friedland, Deborah Taylor, Carrie Golden, Mindy Egber and Debbie Rutz
have provided leadership to the ECC Committee. Over the years our committee members have
volunteered their time ~nd talent to make Temple Emetb a special place for children to come to
school. I thank you a l l . /
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Wishing everyone a wonderful summer.
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MEET OUR NEW RABBINIC INTERN;
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Renee Goldberg was born and raised outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Mter graduating from
Brandeis University in 1990 with a BA in English Literature, she spent two years exploring various
professional options before entering HUC-JIR in 1992.
Renee has been a Religious School teacher for ten years, instructing students of various ages in
subjects ranging from Hebrew texts to Jewish History; from morals and ethics to Jews in Film. Opring
the past two years at the New York campus, she has taught at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue, Beth
Am Shalom in White Plains and Westchester Reform Synagogue in Scarsdale. As well, she has
seIVed Westchester Reform in the capacity of Junior Youth Group Director and coordinator of youth
services for the High Holidays. Renee has also been a camp counselor for children ranging in age
from 3 to 17.
With an interest in exploring spirituality, Renee spearheaded an HUC student taskforce which
addresses the issue. As well, she is a member of the Synagogue Commission on Spirituality and
involved in the student mentoring program at HUe. During the past several months, Renee has c0authored an "Underground Guide to Spiritual New York City" which will be available next month.
In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis, skiing and hiking. The rich cultural life in New York
City allows her to see many shows, explore museums and appreciate great food. Renee is very
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ART & SERVICE AUCTION
SATURDAY, JUNE 10
Bring your friends and relatives. Works will
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JUNE 1 - IS. 1995
Friday, June 2, 1995 Shabbat Bemidbar
Family Shabbat Service At 1:30 p.m.
Etz. Chayim will sing
The Oneg Shabbat will be sponsored by Susan Libas and Robert Libas
in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Jason Libas
Saturday, June 3, 1995 Shabbat Worship At 10-30 am.
Bar Mitzvah of Jason Libas, Son of Susan Libas and Robert Libas
Torah Portion - Bemidbar - Numbers 1 :1-4:20
Haftarah - Hosea 2:1-22
Saturday Evening, June 3rd
6:00 p.m. - Shavuot Dinner
7:30 p.m. - Shavuot Services
Sunday, June 4th - Shavuot/Confirmation Service at 10:00 am.
Sat, June 3
10:30 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Sun, June 4
10:00 a.m.
Bar Mitzvah of
Jason libas
Shavuot Dinner
Shavuot Services
Tues, June 6
8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
Ritual Comm.
Endowment 'comm.
Art Auction Comm.
Wed, June 7
6:15 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
Etz Chayim
Adult Choir
Social Action Comm.
Thu, June 8
10:00 a.m.
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Shavuot Servicesl
Yizkor/Confirmation
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Friday, June 9, 1995 8:30 pm. Shabbat Naso
Senior League Creative Service
Senior League Dinner At 6:30 p.m.
The Oneg Shabbat will be sponsored by Arlene and Cliff Blaker in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter,
Taryn and by Estelle and Bob Spiewak in honor of the Aufruf of their son, Scott Spiewak upon his
forthcoming marriage to Amy Black and by the Executive Committee and the Board of Trustees of Temple
Emeth in honor of Jonah Pesner and Dana Gershon saying farewell to Temple Emeth
Saturday, June 10, 1995 Shabbat Worship At 10:30 am..
Ba"t Mitzvah of f aryn Blaker, daughur of Arlene and Cliff Blaker
Torah Portion - Naso - Numbers 4:21-7:89
Sat, June 10
10:30 a.m.
7:30 p.m.
Sun, June 11
10:30 a.m.
Tue, June 13
8:00 p.m.
Bat Mitzvah of
Taryn Blaker
Art & Service Auction
Family Hike - Tenafly
Nature Center
Calendar Planning Mtg
Haftarah - Judges 13:2-25
Wed, June 14 6:15 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Thu, June 15
8:30 p.m.
Etz Chayim
Adult Choir
Membership Open
House
Adult Ed Committee
8:00 p.m.
ECC Committee Mtg.
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Temple Emeth
June 1995
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TUESDAY
MONDAY
SUNDAY
5
6
Shavuot - Yizkor
W:OOam
Confirmation
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11
Family Hike @
Tenafly Nature
Center
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18
Father's Day
25
26
8:00pm House
Committee
Teaneck, New Jersey
THURSDAY
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8:00pm Ritual
Comm
8:00pm Endowment
Mtg
8:00pm Art Auction
Mtg
6: 15pm
8:00pm
8:00pm
Action
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14
8:00pm Calendar
Mtg
6: 15pm Etz Chayim
Etz Chayim
Adult Choir
Social
Comm
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Open' House
8:00pm Adult Choir
8:30pm Adult Ed
Committee
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Fundraising
Comm
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ECC Camp
Orientation
ECC Camp begins
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WEDNESDAY
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FRIDAY
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2
8:00pm IsraellARZA
Comm
8 :OOpm Board of
Trustees
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SATURDAY
3
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7:30pm Family
Shabbat Services
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lO:30am B/M : Jason
Libas
6:00pm Shawot Dinner
7:30pm Erev Shawot
Service
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ECC - last day
6:30pm Sr. League
Dinner
8:30pm Sr. League
Service/Farewell to
Jonah Pesner
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8:00pm ECC
Committee
Adult Choir Sings
6: 30pm Early
Service
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8:3~pm Shabbat
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9: 15am Tot Shabbat
lO:30am B/M: Perri
Sevano
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8:00pm Adult Choir
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W:30am B/M: Taryn
Blaker
7:30pm Art Show
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5/16/1995
Bring your Friends and Relatives to Temple Emeth's Art &-Service Auction
, June 10, 1995
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C;OOD AND WELFARE
Temple Emeth Retirees
There will be an important meeting of Temple
Emeth Retirees on Thursday, June 8th at 10:00
a.m. We will elect leadership and make plans for
next year.
Early Childhood Center
June 9th will be the last day for ECC
MAZEL TOY TO •••
Our Religious School Director, Lisa Lieberman Barzilai,
and her husband, Rabbi Morris Barzilai on the birth of
their son, Avi.
Melissa Butensky, Amanda Snider and Melissa Brecher
upon their graduation from college
Lotte Wolf on the marriage of her daughter Janet to
Peter Bau
Shavuot Services
Sunday, June 4th
at 10:00 a.m.
Join in celebrating the
Confirmation of:
Laura and Dan Kirsch on the occasion of their daughter,
Jennifer Flatte becoming ordained as a Rabbi from
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
Monique Sarfity won First Prize on painting at the
exhibit at the Holocaust Center in Rockland County.
Mazel Tov to her mom Nancy and her brother Josh
OET WELL WISHES TO ...
Lauren Jodie Bratman
Monique Sarfity
Beth Lisa Schwartzap!el
Erica Michelle Yuzek
Dorothy Weinstein
Art Vatsky
Robin Bernstein
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SOCIAL ACTION NOTES
CAP WA~K-IN ~INNER -- On April 25, at the
Commumty Action Program's walk-in program
in Hackensack, Temple Emeth members helped
feed 170 people who are homeless or cannot
afford some or all of their meals. Thanks to
all who helped make it happen:
June Cohen, Ami Opat, Rachel Sugarman,
Debr~ Ka~uss and family, Susan ThaI, E~aine
Kotkin, MIDdy Egber, Susan Soifer and Joyce
Schetcher and family.
Thanks also to Ciao Baby Restaurant at
Riverside Square for donating rice for 170.
Next Social Action Committee Meeting is Wednesday, June 7 at 8 pm at the Temple. This is
ail important planning meeting for next year.
New faces and new ideas are welcome!
David Kohane and Matthew Soifer
TROUBLE WITH GRANDFATHERS
. by Bob Spiewak
Life never runs along perfectly
For any length of time
But panicking is not the thing
It isn't worth a dime
Just take a coupla minutes off
From thinking of yourself
And pack those little troubles
On some closet shelf
"Enjoy t~e rosebuds while you may"
Is very good advice
And find some joy in every day
Don't think about it twice
It's easier to face the problems
When you learn how to step back
And a good attitude will compensate
For any time you lack
NEED A RIDE TO TEMPLE?
DAVID GROVER CONCERT
In addition to providing support to members
during times of illness or bereavement, the
Caring Community Committee arranges rides
for those who need transportation to Shabbat
services or other Temple functions. Please give
the committee as much notice as possible. Call
Judy Eichinger at 833-8291. (If you can provide
an occasional ride for someone in your town,
let us know.)
Thanks to the members of the Albert and
Mildred Otten Institute for Living Arts for
helping to make the David Grover concert a
success!
AnlY Greller, Jackie Guttman, Irmgard and
Walter Hann, Pauline Jacobs, Barbara and
Paul Kaufman, Mildred Otten, Joan Paul
Elaine Pollack, Betsey Silverman, Susan Soifer:
Myron White. Thanks also to Judy Yablonka,
Ellen Cam peas, Dan Greller, Marion Schecter
and Hugo and Tito.
A special thank you goes to Lucy Brody,
who warmly and ably taught me the ropes
before stepping down as chair person.
Wendy Kosakoff
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CONTRIBUTIONS
RABBI GURVIS'S DISCRETIONARY FUND
Linda and Andrew.Eisen in gratitude to Rabbi Gurvis
Susan and George Stein in honor of Jannon's Bat-Mitzvah
Vivian and Walter Rothschild in memory of Gertrude Lieb
Laaren and Leonard Hort in honor of the naming of their daughters Sophie and Irene
Margie and Joel Price in honor of the birth of their new grandson, Ian Erie Heller
Jerry Spiro in gratitude to Rabbi
Ethel Lewis Weill in memory of Wilford Weill
Julie Bloom in honor of the forthcoming marriage of Scott Spiewak, son of Estelle and Bob Spiewak
CANTOR ZVULUN'S DISCRETIONARY FUND
Laaren and Leonard Hort in gratitude to Cantor Zvulun
Ada Mae Stein and Family in gratitude to Cantor Zvulun
Vivian Rothschil4 in gratitude to Cantor Zvulun
Gerald Spiro in gratitude to Cantor Zvulun
ADULT EDUCATION FUND
Joan and David Paul in memory of Fred Barth and Tom Fertig
Diane and Howard Winer in memory of Tom Fertig
DEFICIT REDUcnON FUND
Mieki and Mike Grunstein in memory of Micki's beloved father, Burton Wolfberg
Marcella Braunschweiger in memory of Arnold Braunschweiger, Mathilde Braunschweiger
in memory of Fred Barth, husband of Beryl Barth
Gladys and Kurt Preuss in memory of Dr. David Schwimmer
Margie and Bob Aerenson in memory of Tom Fertig
Lorraine and Jerome Fisch in memory of Fred Barth
Marianne and Fred Berg in honor of Judy Yablonka becoming President
Muriel and Morton Pader in memory of Fred Barth and Tom Fertig
ALBERT AND MILDRED OTTEN INSTITUTE FOR LIVING ARTS FUND
June Handler in memory of her beloved husband, Morton Handler
Temple Emeth Retirees in memory of Fred Barth
Irmgaard and Walter Hann in memory of Fred Barth
Jacqueline and Howard Guttman in memory of Tom Fertig
in honor of the birth of Zachary Max, son of Linda Engler and Andrew Eisen
LIBRARY FUND
Gertrude and Fred Rosner in memory of Gertrude Lieb, mother of Vivian Rothschild
Diane and Howard Winer in memory of Fred Barth
MARGERY ROTHSCHILD MEMORIAL ISRAEL FUND
Shirley and Ken Heller in memory of Pam Silver, aunt of Ruth Adler
MAZONFUND
Anne and Bob Finger in memory of Dr. David Schwimmer
Enid and Sidney Broder sending get well wishes to Albert Meyer
Anne and Ken Rosenthal in memory of Fred Barth
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CONTRIBUTIONS
MUSICFUND
Diane and Howard Winer in memory of David Schwimmer
Selma Kumin in memory of David Schwimmer
Karen and Kerry Butler in memory of Bernard Spiller, step-father of Betsey Silverman
Diane and Howard Winer in memory of Tom Fertig
Eva and Rolf Mandeau in memory of Fred Barth
PRAYERBOOK FUND
Enid and Sidney Broder in memory of Fred Barth
Vivian Rothschild in gratitude to Eric Loeb
REUGIOUS SCHOOL-FUND
Nicole, Douglas and Russell Falk in honor of Lisa Barzilai and her wonderful staff
SOCIAL ACTION FUND
Jamie and Michael Elkin in memory of Dr. David Schwimmer
YAHRZEIT FUND
Bea and Stan Isaacs in memory of Abraham Weissman
Marcella Braunschweiger in memory of Max Braunschweiger and Regina Yolk
Mrs. Max Kaye
Elaine Kotkin
Muriel and Morton Pader in memory of Louis Tarshis
Margo Anagnostis in memory of her beloved mother, Helen Hartman
Ruth Piltz-Bell in memory of Theodore Piltz
Sybil Silberman in memory of Charles Silberman and Seymour Silberman
Rosalind and Ben Neeland in memory of Abraham Needelman
Flora and Leo Braunschweiger in memory of Mathilde Braunschweiger and Arnold Braunschweiger
YOUTIlFUND
Jean and Eric Loeb in honor of the engagement of Evie Kotkin, daughter of Elaine and Stan
Don't forget, Religious School registration has begun. Early bird registration and
fees continue through June 15th. If you need registration forms, please call the
school office -- 833-8466.
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BUS. (201) 599-2700
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ANNUAL UJC ASSOCIATION FOR
DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED
FUND RAISER
Something new that needs many hands. The
1995 UJC Association for Developmentally Disabled Fund Raiser has to be the best. --Please
volunteer now!
We plan to have a late summer "Garage Sale".
Won't you help? Volunteer your services, car, or
phone time so we can collect everything possible.
Call Lynn Gelper, Staff or Inge Wettreich, Chairper.;on at 488-6800.
JOB SEARCH NETWORK AT JCC
A new service will be of great assistance to
members of our community. The Job Search Network (JSN), at the JCC on the Palisades in Tenafly,
has been formed for the sole purpose of helping
residents obtain jobs. It is staffed entirely by
volunteers, identifies available employment opportunities and makes every effort to fill them with
candidates who have shared their resumes and
other appropriate information with the Network.
There are no fees to employers or candidates.
JSN can assist with resume writing and career
counseling.
If you have any leads on job opportunities or
wish to refer potential employers or candidates to
us, we may be reached at 569-7900 extension 438, 9
am to 5 pm.
Amy Drill and Sidney Schonfeld, Co-chairs JSN
SHAVOUT
"Jews-by-Choice..J ews-by-Chance"
Reaffirming our Jewish Commitments
As the holiday of Shavuot nears, we are
again reminded of the precious tradition Judaism offers those who actively seek -to understand and embrace it On Shavuot, we commemorate the giving of the Torah on Mount
Sinai.
The Jewish commitment of Jews-by-Choice
can be a powerful inspiration to those born
"Jews-by-Chance." We all benefit by the presence of those who consciously and passionately
choose to be Jewish.
As the highlight of
Shavuot services, it is customary to read the
Megillah of Ruth, which includes a deeply
moving passage: "Entreat me not to leave you
and to return from following after you; for
where you go I will go; and where you lodge, I
will lodge; your people shall be my people and
your God my God" (1:16-17). These words remain a powerful expression of Jewish commitment, for they were originally uttered by Ruth
because of her desire to CQnvert and commit to
Judaism. This commitment to Judaism and the
Jewi~h people is the reason we celebrate
Shavuot.
This is the festival of the "Giving of the
Law."
Outreach Connections
SINGLES SHABBAT SERVICE
JUNE 16th
Howard ~ Kaplan
Counsellor at La.w
175 Cedar La.ne
p. 0_ Box #78
Teaneck. N. J 07666
(201) 489-9089 (201) 8J6-8686
fAX In (201) 836-9317
The Reform Jewish Singles Directory, sponsored by the UARC boasts over 400 active
members.
In honor of its first anniversary, singles of all
ages are invited to worship at a Shabbat service on Friday evening, June 16 at Temple
Sharey Tefilo-Israel in South Orange. An Oneg
Shabbat will follow services.
For further information call Gilda Fier,
Singles Coordinator at the UAHC office at 201
599-2041.
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ALFRED P. LEVIN MEMORIAL
YOUTH FUND
DONATION FUND
Alfred P. Levin, a founding member and
board member of Temple Emeth, died at his
home in Los Angeles on April 11 after a long
illness. He was eighty-six. A realtor and civic
leader for four decades in Teaneck, Alfred
Levin was president of A.P. Levin, Inc. from
1947 to 1989, and served as president of the
Teaneck Taxpayer's League, chairman of the
Teaneck Community Chest, president of the
Bergen County YMHA, president of the Multiple Listing System of Eastern Bergen County,
president of the State Board of Tax Assessors.
His survivors are Helen Levin, his wife of sixtyfour years; his daughters Karen Levin Coburn
of St. Louis, and Brenda Levin of Los Angeles;
his sons-in-law, Stephen Coburn and David
Abel; and his grandchildren Andrew and
Alison Coburn, and Eliot Levin Abel. A memorial service was held in Los Angeles.
Throughout his life Alfred P. Levin built and
supported community initiatives for both present and future generations. In his honor his
family has established the Alfred P. Levin
Memorial Youth Fund to sponsor a young person's attendance at a Jewish camp.
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Abe Golomb Religious School
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Albert and Mildred Otten Institute
for Living Arts Fund
Alfred P. Levin Memorial Youth Fund
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Deficit Reduction Fund
Early Childhood Center Fund
Elsie Honigberg-Bea Howard
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Inscribed Prayerbook Fund
Israel Bond Fund
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Lazar Educational Fund
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Margery Rothschild Memorial Israel Fund
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