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Kol Beth ShalomThe Bulletin of Temple Beth ShalomMay 2020Inside . . .RABBI’S REFLECTIONSPresident’s Perspective . . 2Tikkun Olam . . . . . . . . . . . 3by Rabbi Geoffrey A. SpectorCantor’s Column . . . . . . . 3Daily Minyanim . . . . . . . . 4Family Programming . . . . 4Men’s Club News . . . . . . . 6Sisterhood Spotlight . . . . . 6Preschool News . . . . . . . . 77 Iyar - 8 Sivan 5780 Volume 90, No.5Two poets have been on my mind lately, one modern and one ancient. Themodern poet is Langston Hughes, who penned the short searing questions ofthe poem Harlem in 1951. While many Americans had successfully rebuilt theirlives after the Great Depression, the African-American community was still a longway from making true progress in a resurgent society. Recognizing that theirdreams for social equality seemed to be far from a point of realization, Hughes asks:Member Milestones . . . . . 8Chesed Committee . . . . . . 8Religious School . . . . . . . 9in ReviewYahrzeit Observance . . . 10Youth News . . . . . . . . . . . 11Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . 12We sent this issue to printin spite of what ishappening around us,to feel connected as acommunity and to maintainsome sort of normalcyduring these difficult andtrying times. We fullyrecognize that some of theinformation in this issuemay have changed, and thatsome events described maynot go on as planned, ascancellations/closings arechanging daily.Temple Beth Shalom193 East Mount Pleasant Ave.Livingston, NJ 07039973-992-3600Fax 973-992-7087www.tbsnj.orgWhat happens to a dream deferred?Does it dry uplike a raisin in the sun?Or fester like a sore --And then run?Does it stink like rotten meat?Or crust and sugar over --like a syrupy sweet?Maybe it just sagslike a heavy load.Or does it explode?Ever since the onset of the pandemic, so many of us have had our dreamsdeferred. There are families in our congregation who were eagerly anticipating thecelebration of a Bar or Bat Mitzvah; parents looked forward to seeing the shiningface of their child on the bimah as he or she was called to the Torah for the very firsttime. There are brides and grooms in our midst who had planned to stand togetherunder the chuppah and formally pledge their love to one another in the presence ofthe Jewish community. There are people who were very much looking forward tocelebrating a milestone birthday with family and friends, and there are parents whowere gleefully awaiting the Shabbat morning when they could name their newborndaughter in the beautiful sanctuary of our Temple.All these were beautiful unfulfilled dreams, but they are not dreams that werebroken or shattered, they are dreams deferred. Deferred dreams such as these willnot explode, nor will they fester or rot. They will be realized with even greater joyand jubilation in future days not far from now. All the B'nei Mitzvah that were cancelled in recent months have been rescheduled, wedding couples have selectednew dates for their nuptials.Almost 2,500 years ago, the ancient poet Jeremiah, who was also a prophetimbued with the word of God, stood in the war-ravaged city of Jerusalem. He sawdestruction, death, and disease, the streets of a once populous city now empty anddevastated by tragedy. Jeremiah, overcome with grief, began to compose the Bookof Lamentations to describe all the suffering and all the loss. But that same prophetalso delivered a beautiful message of hope for the future, an ode to optimism. Hiswords are recited still today at every Jewish wedding: “Od yishama b'arei Yehudacontinued on page 2
uv'chutzot Yerushalayim --- There will yet again be heardin the cities of Judah and in the outskirts of Jerusalem, thesound of joy and gladness, the voice of the bridegroomand voice of the bride.” He said to his people, “Yourdreams were not in vain; your simcha was deferred notdestroyed.” Jeremiah told our ancestors to believe in ajoyful future with perfect faith, and his time proven wordsshould inspire us today to have the very same faith.Chadesh yameinu k'kedem --- Please God, renew ourlives as in days of old.Geoffrey A. Spector, Senior RabbiSimeon L. Cohen, Assistant RabbiPerry S. Fine, CantorSharon A. Knoller, CantorHenry Butensky, z'l, Cantor EmeritusMatthew G. Halpern, Executive DirectorLeah Beker, Director of EducationRandi F. Cohen, Preschool DirectorOFFICERSPresident. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jay JaffeExecutive Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . Marshall SaundersVice Presidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian FernMattye GandelAlison HandlerAndy MuserMelvin ZirkesTreasurer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marshall SaundersFinancial Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul BrownsteinRecording Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy BlackPRESIDENT’S PERSPECTIVEIf you had asked me a few weeks ago to predict thelikely events that would be occurring when it was timefor me to write this article, I would never have imaginedthat I would be isolating myself, staying home, workingfrom home, and not seeing my family and friends. Ofcourse, this was before I was introduced to the new termsof “social distancing” and “Zoom” meetings.Although I am home, there is no time to relax. I ambusy with trying to work, handling new challenges atTBS, calling congregants, and checking on my father, mygrown children, friends, and neighbors. And, of course,everyone is dealing with the new anxieties surroundingthe pandemic, health worries, and the economic fallout.It seems so unfair. To top it all off, just when we needcommunity the most, we are denied the simple comfortof being together.I have been a member of Temple Beth Shalom formore than 20 years. For much of that time, this is whereI have found community, friends, and meaning. Whentimes were good, especially for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs andmy daughters' weddings, this is where my family wouldcelebrate. We would gather with our extended family,friends, and community. The well wishes and love wouldlift us up. Having been involved with the synagogue forall these years means that many, many people havewatched my children grow up. In many ways, the congregation really is a second family for us.When times were hard, TBS is where I would come forsupport. When my daughter was ill, this is where I wentto find hope. I would pray for her health and I would prayfor the strength to carry on. When my mother passedaway unexpectedly, this is where I went to find peace.When life was difficult or hectic, going to services onShabbat gave me balance. It was a true sanctuary. Aplace where I could sing, or meditate on the liturgy, or beclose to God, or socialize with my friends, or be inspiredby Torah and the Rabbis' sermons. It was where I went torecharge my emotional batteries and my spirit.KOL BETH SHALOM COMMITTEELaura Siegel, EditorDee Cohen, Amy Ramer, Adina Viezel, Editing CommitteeKol Beth Shalom is published monthly, except July and August, byTemple Beth Shalom,193 E. Mt. Pleasant Avenue,Livingston, NJ 07039.The synagogue’s website is www.tbsnj.org.When we made the necessary decision to temporarilyclose the synagogue, there were tears in my eyes. I knowthat it sounds cliché, but I didn't fully appreciate howimportant TBS was to me until it was being taken away.And I know that I am not the only one who feels this way.BUT, immediately after the closing, the clergy, teachers, and staff sprang into action. They understood instinctively the importance of staying connected and maintaining the sense of community. And while a virtual community cannot replace the actual community, I am incredibly impressed by how many people are participating inour virtual events, and how meaningful it is to get together and see everyone. Even through electronic connections, the values of our tradition resonate. TBS is carryingon, whether it's through religious services or classes. ThePreschool and Religious School teachers are workingharder than ever to provide quality, age-appropriate, educational experiences. Please join us and be part of ourvirtual community! Watch for emails from TBS with information and links for connecting to our events. It is a greatway to be “together” while we are apart.The road ahead is difficult and uncertain, but I havefaith that, soon, this will pass. Our community and ournation have been through difficult times before, and wehave always come through. Hopefully, we learn from thecontinued on page 32
CANTOR’S COLUMNadversities in our lives, and use those lessons to make theworld a better place. At TBS we are trying in every wayto create a kinder, more compassionate community,especially through these troubling times. And with socialdistancing, positivity, and God's help, I am confident thatwe will all be able to return to our second home, revitalized and with a new sense of appreciation. Until then, Iam wishing you safety and good health, and I am hopingto see you soon.Sometimes a simple act speaks volumes, andwhen performed communally, it is empowering. Itinspires oneness and affirmation of belief. In thesechallenging days, I recall fondly those momentswhen the community rises at the public recitationof Torah, when we stand and experience togetherthe dramatic events of long ago --- a rarity, to besure, which makes their occurrences that muchmore powerful!I think of Miriam and the people Israel whocrossed the Red Sea, and whose first act of inspiration was to sing in praise of our deliverance frombondage. When recited publicly, we, as a community, rise up to re-experience Shirat HaYam, theSong of the Sea. I think of the awe-inspiringmoment of receiving the Torah at Mt. Sinai, relivedat Shavuot, when we stand, witnessing and accepting divine revelation. I look forward to every timewe finish a book of Torah, we rise and recite thewords “Hazak, Hazak, V'nitchazeik,” (Strong,strong, let us be strengthened), celebrating thecompletion of one book of Torah, and begin a bookanew.My friends, these are difficult times which we asJews, and as part of a larger community, are facingtogether. By nature, I see the glass as half full,inspired by the many acts of chesed, of goodnessand kindness, we see around us. I am in awe of theselfless acts of courage of the medical caregiverswho put themselves on the frontlines tending to theill. I am in deep gratitude of all those restocking theshelves of grocery stores, delivering packages, andproviding the essential services we need to keepgoing. We are grateful for all those putting themselves in harm's way. They are our heroes.I pray that we all, like our ancestors before us,will rise up in solidarity, to do our part to face thechallenges ahead. These days that test us, I hopewill make us better, stronger, valuing more thanever the true blessings of life --- family, friendship,and ultimately love.Jay JaffePresidentTikkun Olam CommitteeThe Tikkun Olam Committeethanks everyone who donated foodfor the Food Drive that we were scheduled to host for CommUNITY Mitzvah Day.Unfortunately, that event, like many others,was cancelled, but we still had all of the donatedfood housed at TBS. We learned from TBS memberAndrea Mintz that NCJW's food pantry had emptyshelves and was in desperate need of food duringthe COVID-19 pandemic.We were able toquickly jump intoaction and bringour collection anddeliver it to NCJW.We also would liketo thank Sisterhoodfor donating all ofthe leftover itemsTikkun Olam Committeefrom the Purim bastransported food donationskets.to NCJW's food pantry.NEXT BULLETIN WILL BE IN JUNEBulletin Deadline is Friday, May 1st.Copy will not be accepted after that date toensure timely publication.With hugs and blessings, stay strong,Cantor FineLiturgical Publications, Inc., the printer for our Temple bulletin, would liketo thank our present advertisers for renewing their ads. For those interestedin placing a new ad, this is your opportunity. To reserve a space for the newpublication year, please contact the TBS office at 973-992-3600 orinfo@tbsnj.org. Keep in mind, our advertising sponsors make this bulletinpossible.3
Daily MinyanimThe daily virtual Zoom minyan link may be found at:www.tbsnj.org/covid-19. Minyan times are: Sunday mornings at 9:00 am Monday-Friday mornings at 7:30 am Sunday-Thursday evenings at 7:30 pmWE ARE FAMILYIf you are reciting Mourner's Kaddish, you may use the text below,if you do not have a siddur at home.We would like to thank everyone whohelped plan and sponsor amazing FamilyProgramming events all year. We look forwardto sharing more wonderful programs with ourTBS community in the future. Please let usknow if you would like to get involved or jointhe Family Programming Committee to helpplan fun-filled events! You can contact us atfamily@tbsnj.org or the phone numbers below.Jamie Ollins (443-386-7317)Alice Stein (347-256-7997)Family Programming Co-ChairsMi ShebeirachPrayer for HealingMI SHEBEIRACHWords and music by Debbie FriedmanMi she-bei-rach a-vo-tei-nuM'kor ha-bra-cha l'ee-mo-tei-nuMay the source of strengthWho blessed the ones before usHelp us find the courageTo make our lives a blessingAnd let us say, AmenMi she-bei-rach ee-mo-tei-nuM'kor ha-bra-cha l'a-vo-tei-nuBless those in need of healing withr'fu-a sh'lei-maThe renewal of bodythe renewal of spiritAnd let us say, Amen4
OUR VIRTUAL TBS COMMUNITYWELCOMES SHABBATAs part of our Virtual TBS Community, each Friday at 6:00 pm, we are “gathering” for apre-Shabbat Kabbalat Shabbat experience. We are coming together from near and far tosocialize, sing, and to welcome Shabbat as a community. In a world where so many things areuncertain, we know that eachweek we will arrive at Shabbatand what better way to do thatthan surrounded by your community (when you look at yourcomputer or mobile devicescreen, of course). Upwards of200 people are gathering eachtime, making the spirit ofShabbat that much stronger.Congregants sign in to the virtual pre-Shabbat service from their respective homes.Rabbi Spector, Rabbi Cohen,Cantor Fine, and Cantor Knoller leadKabbalat Shabbat services on Zoom.5
Men’s Club NewsBarry Schwartz, Presidentpresident@tbsmensclub.orgAt press time, all Men's Club programming has been put on hold.We recommend visiting the website of the Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs (FJMC) for information and resources:www.fjmc.org. You can subscribe to the FJMC e-newsletter, place orders from the FJMC store, and search annual activities, programs, region and club news, search publications, and even contribute if you like. You can also explore theprograms of “Hearing Men's Voices,” which our own Peter Gottlieb helped develop and which he discussed with us atpast Men's Club meetings.Also check out our own website, tbsmensclub.org, for updates on our spring events, which are currently on holdpending the resumption of group activities.Visit our supporters page on the website at tbsmensclub.org/supporters and, when appropriate, please patronizethese businesses.Not a member yet? Visit tbsmensclub.org/join and join for just 45 a year.If you have any questions, feel free to contact Barry Schwartz, Men's Club President, at president@tbsmensclub.org.SISTERHOOD SPOTLIGHTJodi Prupis (Jodiprupis@gmail.com) & Lisa Mayer (lgm925@verizon.net), Co-presidentsCheck out our website and join Sisterhood through our Membership Tool Kit.Sign up for membership and all our programs for the year at www.tbssisterhood.org. If you are not receiving theSisterhood weekly emails and would like to, please send your current email address to sas223@verizon.net.A BIG THANK YOU TOCheryl Sessler, Susan Varman, and Marissa Maddalena for all their hard work and dedication on the Purim Basketfundraiser. Thank you to all the volunteers who gave their time to pack the baskets and deliver the gift baskets.Thank you to all the members who purchased Shalach Manot to send to our TBS community.GIFT SHOPVisit our Gift Shop when it reopens. Earn 10% donor credit on all purchases. Hours will be posted on theGift Shop window and on the TBS website (www.tbsnj.org). To arrange a private appointment or to volunteerto work in the Gift Shop, contact our chair Michelle Auerbach (973-903-1314 orMichelleauerbach126@gmail.com).SUPPORT TORAH FUNDFor more information, contact Dee Cohen (973-428-3953 or deeat109@gmail.com), orMarcia Brenner (973-535-0804 or mbrenner18@yahoo.com).PURCHASE TRIBUTE CARDSEarn face value donor credit! We have mazel tov, get well, and sympathy cards. The cost is 3 per cardor 6 cards for 15. Our cards may be sent out for you. To purchase, contact Lisa Golomb(973-819-5855 or lisablafergolomb@gmail.com) or Judy Sackstein (973-992-1691 orsackstein.judy@gmail.com).AMI COHEN SCHOLARSHIP FUNDBuy Candles to support suumer program scholarships! For more information see www.tbsnj.org/sisterhood orcontact Rebecca Konstandt (973-992-1487 or ptbec12@aol.com).USE VOUCHERSEarn 5% donor credit! Vouchers, or scrip, for Arons and ShopRite are available for purchase by contacting RebeccaKonstandt (973-992-1487 or ptbec12@aol.com).6
PRESCHOOL NEWSThis past month-and-a-half has provided me with the most surreal and challengingexperiences in my career as a preschool director.As teachers, we know that being most effective with students starts with ourselves. Ourteachers were faced with the same difficult emotions and situations as our families:educating their own children remotely at home, having spouses working from home withsome being out of work, and most importantly, remaining healthy.In addition, we were asking ourselves: How do we translate the preschool classroomexperience into virtual learning? How do we ensure that children and families feelconnected and that our curriculum is progressing? How do we quickly get everyone up tospeed with the technology to make this happen? How do we teach the important parts ofthe Passover story, rituals, and symbols when we are not together? When faced with thesechallenges, our TBS teachers put aside their personal feelings to be able to provide the children and families in their care with everything from FaceTime chats to Zoom meetings.We held daily story times, morning meetings, and weekly school events like Havdallahand Shabbat celebrations. The teachers encouraged parents to share what their childrenwere doing and creating through pictures and texts (see photos).Our parents were champions as well, making use of what we offered along with themyriad of resources available to them over theinternet. They helped to structure their children'sdays and utilized our suggestions as much as theycould. Only history will inform us as to how we alldid through this unusual time.As of this writing, we hope and pray for everyone's good health, a return to school before it endsin June, and the ability to enjoy sunny days together in Camp Addye. We continue to plan for theopening of Gan Ivrit, our new Hebrew immersionpreschool, as well as a new school year inSeptember. Nothing is certain and we have all livedfor "one day at a time."Randi CohenPreschool DirectorMax Zagha, 2s class, explored colors in nature around his house, assuggested by his teacher.Sophie Berman worked on arainbow picture as part of a2s lesson about placing rainbowsin windows for people to see asthey took their walks.Austin Friedman, in the 4s, created aseder plate.Jenna Bixon, 3s class, shared her favoriteplate as part of School Spirit Week.Delanna Chung, in the 2s, invited her stuffed animals for Shabbat whenshe couldn't be with her friends.7
MEMBER MILESTONESSTEPHEN BERGEN announces the birth of agrandson, Simon Elliot, born to Ari Bergen andErika Richman.RUTH and STEVEN KATZ announce the birth of agranddaughter, Simone Ava, born toStephanie and Ryan Abramow.SHOSHANA and LONNY HIRSCH announce themarriage of their daughter, Sheri, toZachary Slapsys.GINA and KENNETH MANDELBAUM announcethe birth of a granddaughter, Logan Mandy, born toLani and Keith Sterling.JENNIFER and JASON HUBERT announce theengagement of their son, Josh, to Lauren Johnson.GAIL and IAN STOCKS announce the engagementof their daughter, Shannon, to Kyle Flattery.CHESED COMMITTEE IS HERETOHELP YOUDuring these unprecedented times, I want to update you on what the Chesed Committee has been doing.We want you to know that we are here for you, our TBS extended family members. We have been meeting congregants' emergent needs by delivering groceries, picking up medications from the pharmacy, or bycommunicating with you through phone calls.We are working with Matthew Halpern, TBS Executive Director, who has a list of volunteers who havegraciously donated their time to shop and deliver food, etc.During these times of social distancing, and with the loss of hugs and handshakes, the Chesed Committee,along with other volunteers, continue to try to care for our congregants in a more distant, but always concerned way. We are hoping to help you feel less isolated and more connected with our bi-weekly phone calls.I watch people following health guidelines by crossing to the other side of the street when walking outside, staying the mandated six feet away from each other to keep themselves and others healthy; I envision animaginary thread tying people together by creating a safety net under their feet. This is what the ChesedCommittee is trying to do during these challenging and sometimes lonely times for our congregants.Although we are no longer able to visit congregants in their own homes or in nursing homes, we are reaching out to let you know that we care about you, and that you are part of a special community.Everyone can do their part. If you cannot shop for someone, that's okay; instead, you can make a phonecall to check in on a family member, friend, or neighbor. Try to keep kindness in your heart during these verydifficult times and beyond, and you may find out it is a gift in disguise. Chesed (kindness) helps one to connect to others in a purposeful way that can only make a positive difference in these scary times.No one knows the answer to when this pandemic will end. But what the Chesed Committee can tell youis that we will be right here with you every step of the way, to help in any way that we can.Please reach out to me at 973-632-3107 with any emergent needs or questions.Wishing everyone an abundance of love, good health and a hope for better times,Caryn MittlemanChesed Committee ChairPS: To join the Chesed Committee, please contact Caryn Mittleman (carynmittleman@gmail.com or973-632-3107). You can volunteer as much or as little time as you can share. All you need is a kind heart anda caring hand.8
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL IN REVIEWThe Religious School has gone virtual! We have successfully conducted Zoom classes for each grade from Kitah Alephthrough Kitah Hey.Those of us in the Religious School administrative office simply cannotexpress our appreciation to everyone who made this Herculean task possible.Our Executive Director, Matthew Halpern, exceeded his usual assistance, in alltypes of communication, technical support, and editing. Our extraordinaryteachers have worked around the clock to adapt their lessons to a new medium,have maintained individual contact with ALL students, and have made themselves available at all hours for planning, outreach, and meeting individuallywith students interested in one-on-one lessons. They attended on-line training,meetings, and conferences to expand their skills, while providing personalizedand relevant class time for our students on Zoom.And of course, we appreciate all of our AMAZING families, for prioritizingtheir children's ongoing connection to Religious School and each other, andmaking Jewish education a priority. Thank you!We appreciate everyone who has been balancing the needs of families, staff,and the Temple. Thank you for working tirelessly to make our virtual classroomssucceed and to meet the varied needs of our community. We truly appreciateyour support in managing curriculum development, organizingclasses, crafting emails, and coordinating with outsideresources and other groups within the Temple. Todah rabbahle'kulam!Please enjoy these picturesfrom our Zoom classes and someof the individual lessons we haveconducted.Leah BekerDirector of EducationReligious School online classes have been engaging students at all grade levels.9
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YOUTH GROUP NEWSEL AL for 4th and 5th gradesKADIMA for 6th, 7th, and 8th gradesUSY for 9th to 12th gradeswww.tbsnj.org/youthKADIMAKadima joined together in March for a meaningful soup-packing event.We gathered the ingredients and packaged the bags, which were thendonated to a local soup kitchen. Kol hakavod Kadima!TEXT ProgrammingUPDATEThis past month has been the most difficult and trying time that mostof us have ever experienced. Just a few weeks ago, no one could haveimagined what the world would look like today. We have been unwittingly thrust into a new reality. Yet despite the unprecedentedcircumstances, our community has truly defied the odds. Although we are physically distant from one another, spiritually, we are as closely connected as we have ever been.I have been blown away by the level of commitment and dedication that I have seen from TBS. Our dailyZoom minyanim and Shabbat services have been filled with ruach and have served as the spiritual anchor forour congregation during this turbulent time. Our educational offerings have allowed people to stay connectedto learning Torah, even as our building remains closed. And the way our congregants have been supporting oneanother has been nothing short of miraculous. While this may be a worst-case scenario, it has truly brought outthe best in our community.Our teens are proving to be remarkably resilient as well. Our USY chapter participated in a very successfulpre-Passover scavenger hunt. The USYers ran around their homes and competed against one another (and theclock) to find items to help prepare for Pesach. I have also been meeting with the teens virtually on Sundayevenings. We alternate between discussing the hit Israeli TV show Shtisel and hanging out and catching up. Ithas been so uplifting for me to see their strength at this difficult time. I am eagerly anticipating the day when Ican connect with them again in person.I am writing this as we are approaching Pesach, a time when we celebrate transitioning from avdut l'cheirut,from slavery to freedom. May the day when we are liberated from this new form of avdut come to pass,and may we all be able to celebrate our cheirut together very soon.Rabbi Cohen11
TODAH RABAH -We gratefully acknowledge the following donationsPlease visit www.tbsnj.org/support-tbs, or call the TBS office, for a description of each of the funds.BIBLE FUNDIn Memory of:Alan Fleishman by Amy, David,Jordan & Matthew FleishmanCHAI FUNDIn Honor of:Fred Glicksman in celebration of hisbirthday by Mattye & Bob GandelDONALD I. LOWYMEMORIAL FUNDIn Honor of:Lorraine Lowy by Sarah, Jackson,Julian & ShaneCOLLEGE CONNECTION FUNDIn Memory of:Judith Brook by Caryn Mittleman &Brian LawrenceELAINE AND SAM HALPERBEAUTIFICATION FUNDIn Honor of:Dee Cohen in celebration of herbirthday byTina & Bernard RabbinoETERNAL LIFE FUNDIn Memory of:Sheila Bebchick by Rachel NaggerJudith Brook byMattye & Bob GandelAmy & Marty PollackDaena & Michael SilvermanGloria & Aaron SilvermanJudith Catz by Sarit CatzSidney Cherry by Tobi &Gary Schwartz & familyDoris Cohen by Myra NemlickFreya Bruckner by Mattye &Bob GandelJay Gold by Mattye & Bob GandelSylvia Goldberg by Sarafae DearMichael Goldfarb by Alice GoldfarbFred Julich by Carol SchraderEdda Kaufman by Lori &Bob KaufmanBeatrice Lanzet by Ira LanzetSamuel Levinsky byBurton SchneckJay Messeloff by Mattye &Bob GandelLillian Rudominer byHoward RudominerEsther Schraub by Laura SiegelAlvin Shangold byHarriet PrussackJack Trachtenberg byPaul TrachtenbergSamuel Tuber by Harry TuberNeil Theodore Wasserman byCarole WassermanNettie Wellish by Tobi &Gary Schwartz & familySara Windman byJanet Rosenblum & familyHarold Wolf by Michael WolfMarion B. Wolf by Michael WolfETTA AND SAUL GANZMEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory of:Al Attermann byHoward AttermannDonna Higier-Attermann byHoward AttermannKIDDUSH FUNDIn Memory of:Jay Gold by Michele &Michael SchneckRABBI SAMUEL L. COHENMEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory of:Judith Brook by Dee CohenSpeedy Recovery to:Fran Muser by Dee CohenSAMSON SYMCHOWICZMEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory of:Judith Brook by Phyllis &Michael ZornitzerSIMCHA FUNDIn Honor of:Lana & Ron Israel on the barmitzvah of their son, Samuel,by Phyllis & Michael ZornitzerSTEVEN A. GELMANYOUTH FUNDIn Memory of:Irwin Sobel by Barbara &Lana FerdinandGENERAL FUNDIn Memory of:Judith Brook byLaura & Jeffrey GriefRuth HutterRobin Sitver & Arthur FriedmanJay Gold by the Baskies FamilyIrwin Sobel by Robyn, Benjamin& Eric StoneHARRIET D. GOLDBERGMEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory of:Morton M. Goldberg by Teri &Bruce Linkov, Joshua Linkov &family, & Adam Linkov& family12Did You Know?.that you can provide financialsupport to TBS, helping to preserveand strengthen our synagogue, evenafter death? Naming TBS in yourwill or as a beneficiary on a lifeinsurance policy is a great way tohelp shape the future for your children and grandchildren's generationand establish a legacy. Want toknow more? Contact the TBS officeat 973-992-3600 or office@tbsnj.orgfor more information.
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nity, rise up to re-experience Shirat HaYam, the Song of the Sea. I think of the awe-inspiring moment of receiving the Torah at Mt. Sinai, relived at Shavuot, when we stand, witnessing and accept - ing divine revelation. I look forward to every time we finish a book of Torah, we rise and recite the words "Hazak, Hazak, V'nitchazeik," (Strong,
