Table Of ContentVolume X, No. 1 September/October 2012 Elul 5772–Heshvan 5773
ICCJ Congregation and Library representatives, program Weekend Retreat
planning becomes much more focused
Education Committee at Ramah Nyack
and efficient. Duplication is avoided
A New Approach to and relevancies are apparent. Hav- by Clarissa Weiss & Susan Losow
ing this group of people on the same
Synagogue Education The ICCJ Committee for Camp
page at the same time is invaluable
Ramah is very excited about all the
2012-2013 Theme: and also raises the level of dialogue activities we have planned, delicious
Where have we been and and participation in this vital function. meals you won’t have to cook, beds
where are we going? A number of congregation wide you won’t have to make, old and new
by Arlene Ratzabi programs were discussed and being friends you will be relaxing with,
planned at the last two meetings of children of all ages to join in the fun
Under the leadership of Marilyn
this committee including but not lim- and a spiritual journey that should
Kaufman, a new synagogue education
ited to the following: be joyous.
concept has been adopted. A trend
that has been growing in synagogues Adult Learning—This year, adult As the co-chairpeople of the “ICCJ
is to consolidate various education ini- learning will include clergy directed is going to Camp Ramah” Commit-
tiatives within a particular synagogue. programs such as Seudah Shlisheet, tee, we have been getting quite a few
Bringing disparate synagogue educa- Thursday Lunch ’n’ Learn, peri- inquiries from congregation members
tion programs under the umbrella of odic Monday evening classes, the who are very interested in joining us,
“congregation education” versus the Wednesday Tefilah Together class but need to know about the physical
familiar “adult education” nomen- and the cantor’s study group. The aspects of their stay at Camp Ramah.
clature allows the synagogue to effec- JTS Context course will again be Take a look at the beautiful picture
tively plan and execute a synagogue offered. A number of speakers on in this column.
wide education program. When vari- topics of interest to our community are Ramah Nyack is
ous arms of the synagogue who are being contacted and information will a camp for young
involved in education programs sit be forthcoming as they are scheduled. campers during
together under one committee, a com- Shabbat Across Queens—While the summer. But
plete picture is drawn of what is being in the past ICCJ has participated in during the rest of
planned for the synagogue. The group a similar national program sponsored the year it becomes
assembled can then discuss ideas by the Orthodox outreach group, the a new, adult facil-
and exchange information bringing National Jewish Outreach Program, ity that accommodates people of all
clarity and cost effectiveness to the this year, under Rabbi Fryer Bodzin’s ages.
critical function of education in the
leadership, we will be participating
Here are some of the questions and
synagogue. For example, when family
in a regional initiative instead. Shab-
answers that have been addressed to
and youth sit together with Sisterhood
(Continued on page 6.) us, so far.
Upcoming Events The weekend is in late October, are
the cabins heated? Yes, the buildings
A list of events through
all have heat and will be comfortable.
December may be found on page 7.
(Continued on page 8.)
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For some of us, we are not even sure call me at 718-591-5610. We would
why we feel drawn into the synagogue love share a Shabbat meal with you.
on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Best wishes for a happy and healthy
Maybe it is because our parents and
year,
grandparents instilled within us the
importance of these days. Maybe it is Rabbi Robyn Fryer Bodzin
because the familiar and even haunt-
ing melodies of the prayers help us
focus inward and better understand
Dear friends,
our lives. Or maybe it is because we
As the High Holy Days approach, are ready to begin a conversation, a
Shalom,
many of us will flock to ICCJ to discussion, a dialogue. And according
welcome in the New Year. to our tradition, God is most acces- This Bulletin article is my first writing
And we will not be alone. sible and willing to hear us during as your new president. As I said in my
In droves, Jews around the these days of repentance. acceptance speech during Installation
globe will find themselves Yet it is not enough just knowing, in June, I am very humbled at being
standing beneath a ner ta- that God is in the fields, approach- asked to be your new president. Your
mid, an eternal light. able and waiting for us to connect. acceptance of my nomination gave
We must work on our understanding, me the confidence to serve. I hope to
Why is it that during these days, more
yes, even our relationship with God. make you proud.
than at any other time of the year our
Inevitably through this we gain a bet-
worship attendance increases by the It will not be easy following in the
ter understanding of ourselves and our
hundreds? Why on Rosh Hashanah footsteps of Marilyn Kaufman as
role in this world. What begins and
and Yom Kippur do so many of us president. Marilyn set a huge ex-
develops during these sacred ten days
find our way back to the synagogue? ample in leadership and devotion. As
can sustain and nurture us through
president, she will be sorely missed.
It is as if we all knew the parable told the rest of our year. While it is just a
But thankfully, she is still planning
by the Baal Shem Tov, the founder beginning, it is a beginning that opens
to be active in other leadership roles.
of the Hasidic movement of the 18th us up to an even greater appreciation
Marilyn already was very helpful in
century. There once was a king who of our lives and to the myriad of op-
my transition to the presidency, and
stayed in his palace throughout most portunities waiting for us.
she continues to consult, from the
of the year. While the king remained
What will you do differently with your
heart. We owe Marilyn a huge debt
in the palace, it was hard to contact
life? What do you want to remain the
him or communicate with him. But of gratitude, and on behalf of all of us,
same? Who must you ask for forgive-
when he left his palace to travel in the I want to say thank you to her!
ness? Who should you forgive? What
field throughout his province, anyone
do you want to achieve this year? I would also like to mention our vice
could approach him and even speak
What are your goals for 5773? presidents, Sam Weiss, Ed Martin,
to him.
and Irene Meyerowitz. Not only are
One of my goals is to get to know
Thus the Baal Shem Tov taught, all you, the membership of ICCJ, bet- they capable and pragmatic, but they
year long God is in a “palace.” But ter. Aaron and I have been inviting also have shown their leadership abili-
during the Days of Awe, our High members of this congregation, a few ties, and have already been helpful in
Holy Days, God is in “the field,” at a time, to our home for Shabbat my times of need. I look forward to
examining the lands, venturing out meals. These small intimate meals working with them, and I am thankful
among the people. have already enabled my family to es- they are by my side.
tablish deeper relationships. We hope
Therefore, during these sacred mo- Another personal mention is to Rabbi
to continue creating experiences and
ments, anyone who takes the initiative Fryer Bodzin. She has already been a
making memories in this upcoming
can approach God. Even more, any- great motivator and confidante, and I
year. If you would like to come over to
one who so desires can speak to God.
our home for a Shabbat meal, please
(Continued on next page.)
September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 3
President ship, and more help delivering our grateful to you, our members—please
programs and services. I am sending come and join us for an exciting up-
(Continued from previous page.)
a challenge to those who are able to coming year.
look forward to having a great work-
become active leaders.
ing relationship.
Isabel Zemmel, our Membership
You probably will have received your
Meanwhile, I would like to give you Chairperson, is diligently working on
notice to reserve your High Holiday
a portion of my acceptance speech, bringing us something wonderful for
seats. Please do so as early as pos-
for those of you who were unable to our Paid Up Membership Program
sible. I am looking forward to seeing
attend the Installation ceremony. This in November.
all of you at the services, which I
excerpt basically lays out the reason
know will be spiritually uplifting. We For our first Sisterhood meeting of the
I accepted the position of President,
expect that a minor reconstruction of year on September 13, our Cultural
and what I hope to accomplish:
the Sanctuary will have been finished. Vice-President, Linda Korobelnik,
“… But the real reason I said yes is
has planned a program everyone will
This was the first act taken by your
simply because I was asked to serve.
enjoy. A group of seniors from the
new Board of Trustees. We are very
This congregation needs continued
proud of this reconfiguration, which S.T.A.R.(Senior Theater Acting
leadership, and even more help than it
will allow much easier access to the Repertory) program have been bring-
already has. I am hoping that by serv-
Torah for aliyahs to our members who ing theater and music to audiences
ing, I can simply set an example and
cannot climb steps. throughout Queens for the past 15
get more people from the congregation
years. It is a program that you will
to pitch in and show support not only Many thanks to our Board of Trustees
not want to miss.
by attending services and events, but for acting on such a member-friendly
to also step up and volunteer. reconfiguration, and advance thanks Come and shop with Sisterhood-
to Mel Kaufman and Alan Aaronson
our gift shop is now located in the
I am hoping that my mere willingness
for what I am sure will be a smooth
to serve will rub off on others as well. Smorgasbord Room. We are featur-
implementation.
ing religious and secular items, and
“…what is my plan or agenda as
L’Shanah Tovah to all! in the hallway en route to the office,
president? Well, right now, it’s a very
you will find our beautiful selection of
simple one. I plan on getting my feet David Hasson
hand-made jewelry. Think of Sister-
wet as president, and that may take
hood’s gift shop before running out
some time. But meanwhile, as I said,
to a neighborhood store.
we are a thriving shul with many
Sisterhood News
programs, activities and services. It’s
At this time we would like to acknowl-
important to me that this is kept up
edge Rose Ullman’s daughters for
and continues to run as smoothly un-
their continuous donation of the lovely
der my watch as it did under previous by Doris Feld and Lisa Woliner
flowers on the bimah every Shabbat.
administrations.
Hi Ladies,
Doris and I want to wish each and
That’s not to say that we shouldn’t
Welcome to our fall 2012-2013 sea- every member a Happy, Healthy,
have goals.
son. It’s been a usual New York sum- and Prosperous New Year from our
We need to address the size of our
mer and we are all ready to enjoy the families to yours.
Membership, the Goals of our Com-
cooler weather. We met with our new
munity, and we always need to keep
board members over the summer and
an eye on our Finances …” Please see page 8
we can’t wait for the season to begin.
for Sisterhood
Please read between the lines. Our
Sisterhood looks forward to seeing
congregation is vibrant and provides End-of Year party
all of our past members and welcom-
many services and social events. But pictures:
ing our new members. We are very
we will need continuity of leader-
Page 4 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012
This year’s Chaverim Board is:
Co-Presidents -- Clarissa Weiss and
Adah Sylvan
Vice Presidents – Susi Berkson,
Nikki Hasson, Susan Losow and
Shari Zuber
Treasurer – Marty Hofstetter by Paul Gorel
by Adah Sylvan
Secretary – Betty Shaffer I know it’s hard to believe that the
As you read this, we are finishing the new school year is upon us and that
Look for any of us if you have ques-
month of Elul, kids are returning to means another splish-splashing,
tions about Chaverim; we all hope
school, the hot summer days are be- karate-moving, gym-playing year at
that you will participate in our events
hind us and all of us are getting ready ICCJ’s Sports Clinic is about to start.
and choose to support us by also being
to welcome the New Year. a member at just $10. As the Sports Clinic celebrates its 6th
birthday, we are proud to say that we
Chaverim has an exciting year
Special note to new members
have given Jewish children a safe place
planned. On September 9th Chaver-
of ICCJ: Welcome; your first year
to learn while having fun.
im and the ICCJ Young Families are
membership in Chaverim is free.
having a joint program -- a day trip DON’T MISS OUT; Reserve your
A happy, healthy and peaceful New
to the Queens Farm Museum (or spot. Space limited!
Year to all!
another multi-generational friendly Registration is on Wednesday, Sep-
location). tember 5, 2012 from 6 pm to 8 pm!
On November 3rd, we will kick off No registration required for our IC-
our ICCJ Film & Lecture series, so CJ’s Congregation Swim on Monday
please watch for the flyer. Then, on and Wednesday nights from 8 pm to
December 1st, it is a night of comedy 9 pm! So come on down, relax or get
at the Laughing Devil Comedy Club by Sol Sturm an energized swim in (members only).
in Long Island City. This column, of course, is being writ- Our new season starts on Sunday,
A “Spring Fling” is scheduled for the ten in the middle of the summer, so September 9, 2012!
beginning of March, and June will see all of our great plans for 5773 have Please contact Paul Gorel at mail-
us enjoying the day in Coney Island not been completed. We plan to have [email protected] with any ques-
rooting for the Brooklyn Cyclones and interesting trips, as we did last year. tions!
spending some time on the boardwalk.
By the time you receive this bulletin, We look forward to seeing you then!
And, of course, there will be more
we should have our trip to West Point
Until next month!
movies in 2013.
all planned and booked. Our region
Yes, Chaverim has an exciting year of the Federation of Jewish Men’s COMING SOON
planned; however it can only be Clubs has a program called Hearing
ANNUAL
successful if you choose to be part Men’s Voices, which we plan to bring
HIGH HOLIDAY
of it. So be sure to participate and to our chapter.
BAKE SALE
help ensure these programs are truly
Look for flyers with specific dates and
fabulous. HOLIDAY
times. What we can say for sure at this
SHOPPING FAIR
Remember, Chaverim is open to all – date is that the officers of Men’s Club
men and women – and our goal is to wish a healthy, prosperous, and satis- Sunday, December 2, 2012
bring congregants together in friend- fying New Year to all ICCJ members
ANNUAL BLOOD DRIVE
ship for a social array of activities. So and their loved ones. Please watch your mail for further
please join us, we would love to have information on all these wonderful
Shalom
you involved! upcoming events.
September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 5
also want to make sure we show that
This achievement rewards extraordi-
nary characteristics and outstanding we are in the 21st century.
aspects that go above and beyond.
As for the upcoming activities, after
Your honor truly distinguishes indi-
the holidays we will have our multi-
viduals in your kehilla whose diligence
generational retreat weekend at Camp
and hard work have contributed to the
Ramah in Nyack. If you have not
reputation of your community and its
yet sent in your deposit, please do so
role in the future of klal Yisrael and
soon. Other activities will include our
the Conservative movement.
Chanukah Party and Purim event to
Norman Korowitz, District Chair
name just two. As always, check out
Nadine Kochavi, Senior Kehilla
the weekly and monthly bulletins, the
Relationship Manager
Ohr Chadash News weekly email blast and the flyers in the
Linda Sussman, Kehilla Relation-
mail for what is going on with regard
The Ohr Chadash Religious School ship Manager
to social, educational, and spiritual
is gearing up for a wonderful year!
functions. Also, please contact us
We are very proud of again being
Membership
with any ideas for new activities or
awarded the Framework of Excellence
programs.
Award from United Synagogue of by Betty Shaffer
Conservative Judaism in recognition We wish you all a healthy and happy
As I write this article, it is mid-July
of the superior education given to our new year and hope to see you at as
and the Membership Committee is
children by Judy Stein
many activities as you can attend this
busy planning for the new year, 5773.
Many new and interesting workshops year.
While there have not been many
and enrichment programs are being
planned activities during the summer
Torah Fund
scheduled throughout the year to
months, all the arms of congregation
enhance the learning process for the
and the committees have been busy. by Idan Corsentino
boys and girls. We will continue to
Membership is anxious to view the
I have represented ICCJ’s Sisterhood
strive to offer the best and most inno-
professional video which should now
as their Torah Fund Chairperson for
vative experiences for all our students.
be up on our website. This video the past five years.
On behalf of the Ohr Chadash staff,
produced by Jesse Ash’s (son of our
I would like to wish everyone a happy The Torah is the greatest gift of
member Rita Ash) company Greener
and healthy New Year. Shanah Tovah all; it’s a bible which instructs and
Media began last year at Chanukah
to all! teaches us in everyday matters, as
when he filmed our congregation’s
well as answers an assortment of life’s
Excerpt from a letter sent
Chanukah party. Many congregants
problems. The Torah Fund, a division
July 12, 2012 from METNY
of all ages were interviewed for this
of Women’s League (BQLI) needs
of United Synagogue of
video. Take a look on our website
Conservative Judaism to your support and commitment as we
HJC & ICCJ www.ICCJ2004.org or visit our celebrate its 70th Anniversary. Its
Facebook page. We are presenting theme for the new 2012-2013 pin is
It is a pleasure to extend best wishes
our synagogue and congregation as a “Uri, Uri” – “Awake and Greet the
on behalf of the United Synagogue of
Conservative Judaism Metropolitan “Caring Community” which is who Dawn”.
New York District to you and your we are.
In recognition of your generous dona-
congregation on having qualified once
Other accomplishments this summer tion of a minimum of $180, you will
again as an International Framework
were updating our color membership receive the 5753 pin, as our gift to
for Excellence School. We are proud
brochure and new member applica- you with our sincerest appreciation.
that you are providing the youngsters
It will be a blessing for you, and a
tion and new member packet. While
of your school with a quality Jewish
mitzvah for our people to contribute
these are not as thrilling as the new
education that will serve them well
to the Torah Fund project.
as they mature into college years and video, these are things that reflect back
adulthood. on who we are. Besides caring, we (Continued on next page.)
Page 6 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012
Torah Fund Adult Education in place that will be shared with all
synagogues that have signed up as
(Continued from prevous page.) (Continued from page 1.)
sites and ICCJ is among them.
As the New Year approaches, the bat Across Queens is a project of
Women of ICCJ will proudly be the newly formed Queens Rabbinic Israel 65th Birthday—a special
wearing their new Leadership Council, which consists of musical program is being planned for
pin, “Uri, Uri” and Conservative, Reform, Reconstruc- the spring to celebrate this milestone
will declare that our tionist rabbis, among others. They in the history of Israel.
people’s future is se- will be putting together an educational
Hebrew Language Immersion—
cure because we are program for member synagogues.
As in years past, ICCJ plans to offer
preserving it. Won’t you make a Information will be shared with all
conversational Hebrew courses in the
commitment to join us as we greet the synagogues that will be on the target
fall and spring. Stay tuned for details.
new dawn?
list.
ICCJ Library—As in years past,
For further information, you may
Women and Work—This pro- the ICCJ Harry and Bella M. Rich-
reach either Lisa Woliner at 718-
gram, supported by Sisterhood and ter Memorial Library will be offer-
762-2396 or myself at idadances@
Men’s Club, will take place the ing the ICCJ Book Café once every
aol.com.
weekend of October 12 and 13. eight weeks. This year’s program is
The concept of this program is to being planned and will integrate with
teach women to “rework”…This is other education program themes and
a domestic Abuse Shabbaton that include several guest authors. In ad-
by Adrienne Simons teaches women how to enter/re-enter dition, a Book and Gift Fair will take
place on Sunday, December 2, 2012.
As I write this column, several days the workplace.
after violent thunderstorms, and on On March 10, 2013, Rabbi Fryer
There will be a Friday night program
the cusp of August, we just commem- Bodzin will lead the Book Café dis-
featuring a speaker to be followed by a
orated Tisha B’Av. On Saturday cussion of the book Sacred Trash, that
Saturday morning program featuring
night, July 28, approximately forty chronicles the discovery and impor-
Richard Brown from the Office of
members shared a festive dinner prior tance of the many important fragments
the District Attorney. On Saturday
to the 24-hour fast and the chanting found in the Cairo genizah. A follow
evening, Rabbi Lisa Gelber, who
up trip to the Jewish Theological
of Eicha by Barbara Miller, Sheila
has produced a documentary on this
Seminary rare book room is being
Ornstein, Howard Isaacs, our rabbi,
subject, will conclude this important
planned for the following week to
and Isabel Zemmel.
program.
coincide and highlight this discussion.
Religious Affairs and our clergy are
Cultural Shabbaton—As in years Family and Youth—Once again
gearing up for another busy year.
past the committee discussed various ICCJ will offer the popular Mini
During June, we brought in a sofe-
ideas for this program that highlights Menschen Shabbat program, Junior
ret (female sofer or scribe) to repair
a particular Jewish community. Congregation, and other programs
several pasul Torahs. In advance of
for our youngest members and their
Jews in the Civil War—to com-
the High Holy Days, our rabbi will
families. The popular Gesher pro-
memorate the 150th anniversary of
be teaching an introductory class to
gram of Ohr Chadash for post bar/bat
the Civil War, a program is being
the new machzor, Lev Shalem. The
mitzvah youth, will continue under the
planned for the spring to be led by
same class will be held on two dates: leadership of the rabbis of the school
Rabbi Gerald Solomon who has done
Wednesday evening, August 22 and synagogue partners.
extensive research in this area.
Monday night, September 10.
The education highlights above offer
Global Day of Learning Novem-
Fall and the holiday season are right a glimpse into what is being planned
ber 18, 2012—a multi-synagogue
around the corner. Please check your for the coming year. We welcome your
mail for flyers announcing Selichot, initiative, that includes PJ Library, to feedback and hope you will become an
High Holy Day services, Sukkot provide an adult and family learning active participant in ICCJ congrega-
events and more. experience. There is a curriculum tion education activities.
September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 7
Mini Menschen Sept. 9 (continued) Nov. 21
Ra’fa’eni Tefillah Together II
Program
Chaverim Trip to Queens Farm Inter-faith Service
Dip the apple in the honey Sept. 10 Nov. 27
Intro to Lev Shalem (repeat Semi-Annual Congregation
Make a bracha loud and clear
class) Meeting
Shana Tova Umetuka
Sept. 11 Dec. 1
Have a Happy Sweet New Year
Program to be announced Ohr Chadash Shabbat @ ICCJ
It’s difficult to believe that Rosh
Sept. 23 Mini Menschen
Hashanah 2012 is almost here and
Ohr Chadash Parents’ Class @ Chaverim - Comedy Club
a whole year has gone by. The Mini
HJC
Dec. 2
Menschen had a great time creating
Oct. 4 Holiday Fair
wonderful memories while learning
Dinner in Sukkah
Dec. 3
all about the holidays and celebrating
Oct. 5 Classic Rabbinic Text Class
Shabbat. We joined together on those
Minyan in Sukkah w/Rabbi Fryer Bodzin
special Saturday mornings to sing the
Young Families in Sukkah Dec. 5
songs, say the brachot and hear stories
Oct 12 – 13 Tefillah Together II
about the holiday that was coming
soon. We are all looking forward to Shabbaton Dec. 9
Oct. 13 Ohr Chadash Chanukah
seeing old friends and making new
Mini Menschen Assembly @ HJC
ones as the new Mini Menschen year
begins. Oct. 19–21 Dec. 17
Camp Ramah Weekend Classic Rabbinic Text Class w/
We invite you to join us for one or all
Oct. 24 Rabbi Fryer Bodzin
of the following Saturdays and create
Tefillah Together II Dec. 19
some incredible memories for yourself.
Oct. 31 Tefillah Together II
Mini Menschen dates for 2012: Sep- Tefillah Together II Dec. 25
tember 8, October 13, November 10, Nov. 3 Men’s Club Trip to the
and December 1. Chaverim Movie Night Holocaust Museum
Dates for 2013: January 12, Febru- Nov. 4
ary 9, March 9, April 20, May 11, Men’s Club Trip to West Point
and June 1, 2013. Nov. 7
Tefillah Together II
From my family to yours, have a
Nov. 11
happy, healthy and sweet New Year
Men’s Club Breakfast
Shana Tova from Morah Arlene
Nov. 14
Tefillah Together II
Upcoming Events
Nov. 16
Sept. 5 Young Families Shabbat Dinner
Pool & Sports Clinic Nov. 18
Registration Ohr Chadash Parents’ Class @
Sept. 7 HJC
Selichot at Night Torah for Tots @ HJC
Sept. 9 Global Day of Learning
First day of Ohr Chadash @
HJC
Men’s Club Breakfast
Page 8 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012
Ramah Nyack planned, social activities we will be so easy to see why Fred always said
planning and most important—the “I love the congregation.”
Weekend Retreat
menu.
Sybil Bauman and Family
(Continued from page 1.)
Are we sleeping on bunks? No, you
Thank You
will be sleeping on real beds. Need a Ride?
Do I have to bring my own linens, by Rabbi Robyn Fryer Bodzin
blankets and towels. No, everything
Thank you to everyone for all their If you would like to attend any func-
is provided for you.
good wishes and donations in honor tion, or come to Shabbat services
I have difficulty going up and down of my 80th birthday. here at ICCJ,
hills, can I get a room near all the Mel Kaufman but have a prob-
activities? The camp has limited Thank you to all our friends for their lem getting to
the synagogue, please let us know.
handicap-accessible rooms. We will cards and donations in honor of the
attempt to accommodate everyone to birth of our grandson, Tony. When the weather is bad, sometimes
the best of our ability. Betty & Chuck Shaffer people are afraid to come out by
themselves, or don’t like to drive or
Are there a lot of hills? There are some I want to thank everyone who sent
take public transportation. Don’t let
hills, none of them difficult to walk on. cards and donations on the occasion
this keep you stuck in the house.
of my being honored as Woman of
There are clear paths and most places
Achievement from Sisterhood at this So if you need a ride to ICCJ, call the
require an easy walk.
year’s BQLI Region of Women’s office and speak to Mady or Gale.
I don’t drive. How will I get there? League’s annual dinner. Thank you Remember, we are a congregation
The committee will assign volunteers also to all who came to the dinner to that cares about each other.
to drive everyone to camp and back,
share this simcha with me.
who are unable to drive themselves.
Betty Shaffer Sisterhood
I have special food needs, can I be I would like to thank my ICCJ fam- End-of-Year Party
accommodated? The committee will ily for your phone calls, visits, cards
attempt to satisfy every dietary need, and donations after my recent illness.
as long as they are clearly explained Special thanks to the Henri Gros
to us in advance. Outreach Fund for a delicious Shab-
bat dinner.
My infant needs to eat early and often.
Irving Missan
Where can I put milk, treats and other
To all our dear friends and congre-
foods? The new housing facility has a
gants, we wish to thank you for all
large kitchen and refrigerator to house
your comforting calls, cards, visits and
your food requirements. However,
donations made in my beloved Sol’s
all food brought in must be certified
memory. Special kudos to Sisterhood
kosher.
for the lunch and the Henri Gros
I may have to arrive late on Friday, Outreach Fund for the Shabbat meal
will I be able to drive onto the facility. you provided.
Yes, the parking lot will remain open.
Blessed is the true Judge.
These are a few of the questions
that we have been asked already. We Sincerely,
know there are more out there. Please
The Wieselthier Family
feel free to contact either Susan or
Clarissa and we would be happy to Laurie, Andrea and I thank the ICCJ
answer any questions you may have. family for their generous outpouring
Gale and Mady in the office know
of support, kindness, donations and
how to reach us.
delicious food from ICCJ friends and
Upcoming mailings will have more
the Henri Gros Outreach Fund. It’s
information about what our rabbi has
September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 9
Adult Education Fund
Synagogue Family
A donation was received from Cynthia Begel
Mazal tov to: In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Rita Ash
Shari Zuber on the marriage of her son William Adam In loving memory of our friend, former ICHM member
Friedman to Sarah Elizabeth Mulhern Shaari Waldman – Sheldon & Sheila Ornstein, Honey
Savishinsky, Alan & Selma Aaronson
Morton Kleinman on his 94th birthday
Abraham & Yetta Paletz
Mel Kaufman on his 80th birthday
Memorial Youth Fund
Judy & Randy Stein on the birth of their granddaughter
Olivia Eve
In honor of Kayla Brantz becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Rita
Betty & Chuck Shaffer on the birth of their grandson Ash
Irma & Joe Goldman on the engagement of their In honor of Emmalee Weinstein becoming a Bat Mitzvah
granddaughters – Rita Ash
Randie Berger & Dale Moglin on the upcoming marriage Ritual Fund
of their son Evan to Vanessa
In honor of Adah & Rob Sylvan’s son-in-law Vlad’s
Doreen & David Schwartz on the graduation of their son
graduation from Medical School – Clarissa & Sam Weiss
Jonathan from the NYU Stern School of Business with
an MBA in Finance
In honor of Shari Zuber’s son William Friedman’s
marriage to Sarah Mulhern – Clarissa & Sam Weiss,
Adah & Rob Sylvan on the graduation from Medical
Marsha & Louis Portnoy, Claire Heymann, Susi & Stan
School of their son-in-law Vlad
Berkson, Edie Coan, Bernice Malkin, Karen & Mitch
Idan Corsentino on the Bat Mitzvah of her granddaughter Halper
Julia & the HS graduation of her granddaughter Sarah
In honor of the birth of Cathie & Sol Sturm’s granddaughter
Refuah Shlemah, get well wishes to: Madelyn Grace – Lillian & Herman Bershader
Rayna Becker, Sharyn Braunstein, Arthur Feld, Ruth In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Shari &
Gutzeit, Lillian Kurtz, Irv Missan, Marsha Portnoy, Paul Zuber
Linda Singer, Alice Tolkow, Clarissa Weiss
In honor of the marriage of Arlene & Eli Ratzabi’s
Hamakom Yenachem, condolences to: daughter Hila – Shari & Paul Zuber
Bill Singer on the passing of his sister Sharman Marcus Get well wishes to Arthur Feld and Irv Missan - Lisa &
Jay Woliner
Hannah Feldman on the passing of her sister Leah Haber
In memory of Hannah Feldman’s sister Leah Haber
Rosalyn Wieselthier on the passing of her husband Hon.
– Claire Heymann, Shari & Paul Zuber, Gussie
Sol A. Wieselthier
Wertheimer, Lynn & Jay Abrahams
Sybil Bauman on the passing of her husband Fred
In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol
We mourn the loss of Leo Spritzer A. Wieselthier – Morton Kleinman, Laura Silverberg,
Debbie, Ira & Judy Pastor, Lynn & Jay Abrahams, Shari
& Paul Zuber, Esther & Robert Printz, Idan Corsentino
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In memory of Sybil Bauman’s husband Fred – Rosalyn In memory of Edna Peress – Elsa Henigson
Wieselthier, Arthur & Doris Feld, Shari & Paul Zuber
In memory of Hannah Feldman’s sister Leah Haber – Faye
In memory of her father Morris Bruner – Aviva Peress & Victor Rutcofsky, ICCJ Sisterhood
In memory of Sybil Bauman’s husband Fred – Lynn & Jay
ICCJ General Fund
Abrahams, Dorothy Abrahams, Hannah & Julie Feldman
A donation was received from Cynthia Begel
Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund
In honor of Emmalee Weinstein becoming a Bat Mitzvah
– Faye & Victor Rutcofsky, Lisa & Jay Woliner In honor of the birth of Betty & Chuck Shaffer’s grandson
– Clarissa & Sam Weiss
In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Claire
Heymann, Evelyn & Irving Missan, Honey Savishinsky, In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Ellen Charno
Lisa & Jay Woliner, Hannah & Julie Feldman, Carol &
In honor of Emmalee Weinstein becoming a Bat Mitzvah
Bob Bellman, Gussie Wertheimer, Linda Friedman
– Ohr Chadash Religious School
In honor of Morton Kleinman’s 94th birthday – Faye &
In honor of Kayla Brantz becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Ohr
Victor Rutcofsky
Chadash Religious School
In honor of Marilyn Kaufman’s many years of upstanding
In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol
and devoted service to ICCJ as President – Karen &
A. Wieselthier – Florence & Mac Uydess
Mitch Halper
In memory of Sybil Bauman’s husband Fred – Florence
In honor of the marriage of Shari Zuber’s son William
& Mac Uydess
Friedman to Sarah Mulhern – Lisa & Jay Woliner
A donation was received from Cynthia Begel
In honor of Marilyn Kaufman’s wonderful term of office
as President of ICCJ – Clarissa & Sam Weiss
Henri Gros Outreach Fund
In honor of the birth of Betty & Chuck Shaffer’s grandson
– Honey Savishinsky In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Linda &
Henry Korobelnik
Stay well wishes to Rayna Becker – ICCJ Sisterhood
In honor of the marriage of Shari Zuber’s son William
Get well wishes to Irv Missan – Marcia & Phil Brody,
Friedman to Sarah Mulhern – Joyce & Dan Kurz, Irving
ICCJ Sisterhood, Honey Savishinsky
Taylor
Get well wishes to Ruth Gutzeit – Honey Savishinsky, In honor of Betty Shaffer being chosen Women’s League
ICCJ Sisterhood Torah Fund Woman of Achievement by ICCJ’s Sisterhood
– Livia & Joel Rothman
Get well wishes to Arthur Feld – Honey Savishinsky
In honor of Barbara Kasavana’s special birthday – Karen
Wishing Marsha Portnoy a full & speedy recovery – Edie & Mitch Halper
Coan
In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Marcia &
In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol Phil Brody, Evelyn & Irving Missan
A. Wieselthier – Lillian Kurtz, Lisa & Jay Woliner, Claire
In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol
Heymann, Honey Savishinsky, ICCJ Sisterhood
A. Wieselthier – Linda & Henry Korobelnik, Marcia &
In memory of her beloved father Norbert Feiwelsohn – Phil Brody, Tillie Rothbaum, Hannah & Julie Feldman,
Reneé Nantista Karen & Mitch Halper
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