TEMPLE ISRAEL Memphis, Tennessee February 2015 ~ Adar 5775 Voice volume 69; number 6 timemphis.org MISSION STATEMENT Temple Israel is a sanctuary for prayer and inspiration, a vibrant center for Jewish learning, and a congregational home for living Torah. We are a source of strength and a force for good for Reform Jews, the greater community, and the world. SHABBAT SERVICES Torah Study Saturday mornings, 8:45-9:45 am Prenegs (Onegs before services) Friday evenings, 5:45-6:15 pm A Friday, February 6, 6:15 pm Tot Shabbat See page 3 for details. voice PURIM ENJOY ALL THE CELEBRATIONS! Details will be in the March issue of the Voice, at timemphis.org, and in the weekly Temple Israel News e-mails. Please see page 4 for more photos from the fun festivities! KIDS PURIMSPIEL PURIM CARNIVAL MEGILLAH READING PURIMSPIEL Sunday, March 1 Sunday, March 1 A Friday, February 6, 6:15 pm Scout Shabbat See page 3 for details. A Saturday, February 7, 10 am A Friday, February 13, 6:15 pm A Saturday, February 14, 10 am Justin Isenberg, son of Lynn Isenberg Owen and Kevin Isenberg, will become bar mitzvah. Wednesday, March 4 Thursday, March 5 A Friday, February 20, 6:15 pm A Saturday, February 21, 10 am A Friday, February 27, 6:15 pm L’Dor Vador Shabbat See page 3 for details. A Saturday, February 28, 10 am WRJ Shabbat See page 8 for details. AAA Commemorate a joyous family occasion or honor a loved one by sponsoring a Preneg before a Shabbat service. Call Sharon Nickol, 901.937.2797, for details. HAMANTASHEN FOR SALE! Buy yummy Hamantashen from JCM! Choose from the following flavors: raspberry, apricot, poppy, strawberry, chocolate, and prune. Go to timemphis.org, scan this QR code, or contact Julie Fortune, 901.937.2794 or [email protected], to place your order (by February 16, please). BETWEEN YOU AND ME The challenging and exciting reality of being Jewish and living in a culture that is predominantly Christian is one that most of us confront daily. Some encounters are simple and fortifying. (When we gather together at the High Holy Days and are momentarily Rabbi Bauman and intentionally out of step with the rest of our world, we might feel a sense of community and belonging.) Other encounters with this reality are extremely complex. (When our children ask questions that point to the heart of our identity and why it’s different from what they see around them, we may find ourselves at a loss.) Temple Israel, as a flagship Reform synagogue, is steadfast in embracing this reality and helping us navigate it. It is a beautiful part of the Temple Israel spectrum that so many different kinds of Jewish families consider this community their home. Some are completely immersed in Jewish culture and heritage. Some families include individuals who have chosen to convert to Judaism. Some families are interfaith families, in which one member of the family has chosen not to convert but supports the Judaism being practiced by his or her children or spouse. In many cases, these families are among the most dedicated to the future of Judaism. Words fail to express the deep gratitude that the Jewish community owes such heroes, but all agree that this kind of commitment is inspiring and impactful. Temple Israel seeks to be a home for all people who consider themselves a part of the Jewish story, whether by birth, by choice, or by membership in a Jewish family. Temple also seeks to be a source of connection between people, facilitating the building of community among individuals and families. In the coming weeks, we will be sharing a few ways that all kinds of Jewish families can connect with one another, including small discussion groups of interfaith families, a course on basic Judaism for all which to learn more about Judaism’s big ideas, and holiday celebrations for everyone. Whatever the nature of your Jewish family, I hope that you have felt and will continue to experience Temple’s passionate commitment to acceptance, celebration of individuality, and openness to conversation and learning. L’Shalom, Rabbi Katie Bauman -2- TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS In 2010, the documentary The Race to Nowhere was released. This film reveals the stresses and pressures that are put on our teens in their everyday lives - from homework to soccer practice; from dance competitions to Key Club. The pressure for our teens to perform and produce is, on many levels, frightening. The film argues that we focus so much on performance and production that many times the most important skills – critical and conceptual thinking, problem solving, and creativity – are pushed to the side. When I first started working at Temple Israel in September 2014, I immediately began reaching out to teens and their parents. Interestingly, it was harder to schedule a time to meet with the teens than it was with the adults. This was not because the teens were avoiding me, but rather because they were so busy. Many times I would take them out for dessert around 9 pm because that was when they were finished with their work. As a parent, I fall into the trap of trying to keep my daughter busy with activities. Tovah, who just turned two, already is rushing around from one class to another, because, like all parents, I want my child to be successful. We all want to ensure that our children have bright futures. However, like the The Race to Nowhere argues, sometimes our teens take on too much. So where does Judaism fit into all of this? How can Judaism teach parents and teens to slow down; that the journey up the mountain is so much more meaningful than reaching the top of the mountain? Judaism provides us with the tools and guidance we need to become our best selves. There is no “one-size-fits-all” Judaism. While we might worship together, eat together, and celebrate together, we all must find and determine our own relationship with Judaism that helps us be ourselves. As the Director of Teen Engagement, I am focusing our high school programming to reiterate this to our teens. My intent is that we provide education and experiences for our teens that help them cope with their stresses and pressures. Judaism provides us with the tools; let’s share these tools with our teens so they can become their best selves. Julie Fortune Director of Teen Engagement 901.937.2741 [email protected] Julie Fortune FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE SCOUT SHABBAT L’DOR VADOR SHABBAT Scout Shabbat is celebrated each year during services on the first weekend in February. Rabbi Greenstein will be presenting the Ner Tamid award, the Boy Scout Jewish religious award for scouting, during the service to five Scouts who began classes last October and studied various topics, including Jewish Home Observance, Jewish Study, The American Jewish Community, Synagogue Worship, and World Jewry. L’dor Vador Shabbat is a congregational Shabbat celebration held several times throughout the year. Adults and children enjoy worshipping at the service together. The Shabbat service is designed to appeal to congregants of all ages and features participatory music, both traditional and contemporary. Friday, February 6, 6:15 pm In addition, the Scouts of Troop 25 will lead the kiddush and ha-motzi, as well as light the Shabbat candles during the Friday night service. On another Scout-related note: Troop 25 needs camping gear! If you have new or gently-used campling gear and would like to donate it to the troop, please bring it to Temple after Sunday school. For more information, please contact Gary Slavney, [email protected]. TOT SHABBAT SERVICES & DINNERS Friday, February 6, 6:15 pm and Friday, March 6, 6:15 pm Celebrate at these services created especially for our youngest members (ages 5 and under), followed by Shabbat dinner and a chance to get to know other families in our community. Shabbat dinner is complimentary to Temple members who RSVP by Feb. 4 (for the February Tot Shabbat) and by March 4 (for the March Tot Shabbat); after those deadlines and for guests, the cost is $8/adult and $4/child. After the service, enjoy Shabbat dinner with your congregational family. RSVP for the dinner ($8/adult; $4/child) by Feb. 20 by going to timemphis.org or by scanning the QR code. Questions? Call Jackie Evans, 901.937.2777. L’dor Vador Shabbats are made possible by the generosity and vision of the Mildred H. and Edgar C. Haas, Sr. Family Endowment for Education. CAREER TRANSITION GROUP Sundays, February 1 & February 15, 9:30 am Receive help finding a job through resume writing tips, enhanced interview techniques, and other methods. Please contact group facilitators David Silberman, [email protected], or Rob Mann, [email protected], for additional details. JEWISH SPIRITUAL PATHWAYS Sundays, Feb. 1, Feb. 8, Feb. 22; 11 am-12 pm With longtime Temple Israel educator Dr. Joe Levy leading the conversations, continue to delve into the world of musar, Jewish spiritual pathways, such as simplicity (Feb. 1), enthusiasm (Feb. 8), and silence (Feb. 22). Dr. Joe Levy February Please go to timemphis.org or scan the QR codes to make reservations. Questions? Please call Jackie Evans, 901.937.2777. March Friday, February 27, 6:15 pm Tot Shabbat is made possible by the generosity and vision of the Mildred H. and Edgar C. Haas, Sr. Family Endowment for Education and WRJTemple Israel Sisterhood. TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS BOARD OF TRUSTEES NOMINEES Temple Israel’s Nominating Committee, which is appointed by Temple President Jonathan Frisch and chaired by Immediate Past President Paula Jacobson, will meet to nominate trustees for 20152016. These nominees will be elected at the annual meeting portion of Temple Israel’s Congregation Celebration on Friday, May 15, 2015. If you would like to submit a nomination, please contact Karen Snyder at [email protected]. FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE -3- GET READY FOR PURIM FUN IN MARCH! -4-TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE GREENER PASTURES You may not know his name, but you are very familiar with his work. For 30 years, Temple Horticulturalist Eddie Garrett has taken meticulous care of the nearly 30 acres of property belonging to Temple Israel. By himself. So when “Mr. Eddie,” as he is very affectionately known by children and Temple members, announced that he would be retiring effective at the end of February, it hit close to the hearts of many, including Temple staff members. “It is difficult for me to put into words just how much Eddie has meant to me over the years,” said Office Manager Karen Snyder. Eddie Garrett “I was fortunate enough to have worked with him for over 20 years, including when I was working directly for the Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center. He is a dear and sweet man with a giving nature, and you will be hard-pressed to find anyone who loved his Eddie led a tour of the Temple grounds for an hour on Yom job more. I will Kippur (2013). Here he shares a laugh with Rabbi Greenstein. miss his smile, sense of humor, the flowers he brings me routinely, the twinkle in his eye, and his remarkably detailed stories. Whenever I hear a Bob Dylan song, I will think of the wonderful man that Eddie is. I hope his retirement in West Memphis with his wife Gail is a relaxing stroll in the park.” Mr. Eddie’s legacy will be long-lasting. To say that he was adored by the children at the Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center would A familar scene over the years be a huge understatement. For three decades, class after class of children came to know and love his kindness and softspoken way. They even named a garden at the school after him! He was so well-known there that one child actually said the word “Eddie” before the word “Daddy!” Godspeed, Mr. Eddie. May your retirement be filled with sunshine...and gentle rain on your days inside. Whatever the weather, Eddie tends to the grounds. With Susan Feld, former longtime director of our Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center In his natural environment To dance beneath the diamond sky with one hand waving free... TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE -5- My childhood congregation, Temple Beth El in Odessa, Texas, could fit in the sanctuary here at Temple Israel, building and all. With fewer than 70 permanent seats in the sanctuary, only four religious school classrooms, and a stained-glass window or two, it was nothing remarkable. Yet regardless of our Temple’s size and appearance, at least one or two Friday evenings a month my parents would pack my siblings and me into the minivan and drive the 25 minutes to Shabbat services. As the only Jewish congregation within a 100-mile radius, we came together each week as a small but mighty community. Although I did not realize it at the time, sitting in a service where my family’s presence was necessary to make a minyan shaped my Jewish identity. Whether I was looking at the prayer book or poking my sister in the side, I absorbed the music and prayers of our Jewish tradition. We learned about the importance of Shabbat and our Jewish identity as we prayed with our parents and friends. When I come to Shabbat services at Temple Israel, I still am in awe of the size and grandeur of our community. While my Memphis Temple is a far cry from my Texas Temple, we still teach our children the same messages during Shabbat services. Our kids learn their Hebrew school prayers by singing with the congregation. They understand the breadth and depth of our Memphis Jewish community as we pray among generations and listen to names read for Kaddish. They absorb the sweetness of Shabbat as they eat the challah and enjoy seeing their friends. The more we bring our children to Shabbat services, the more we prepare them for living a Jewish life. Temple Israel provides a number of opportunities for families of all ages to join in Shabbat services. Pancakes and Prayer and Tot Shabbat give families with very young children the opportunity to pray in an environment where kids can wiggle, laugh, and play. During our frequent L’dor Vador services, people of all ages come together as a congregation. These services are filled with music, warmth, and a story or two. L’dor Vador is a wonderful way to get your children excited about coming to services (and the dinner afterward doesn’t hurt either!). Most importantly, every Shabbat service is a family service! Come any Friday evening to share the magic of Shabbat with your entire family. Whether in Odessa or Memphis, a community of 30 or 300, coming together as a family for services is a wonderful way to teach our children about the importance of Shabbat and our Jewish identity. We look forward to wishing you and your families a “Shabbat Shalom!” in the weeks to come! L’Shalom, Lauren Luskey, RJE, Director of Youth and Family Learning [email protected] / 901.937.2776 / Twitter: @LELuskey JACOBS CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS Applications for need-based scholarships from the Memphis Jewish Federation for the URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp for the summer of 2015 are available now in the Rabbis’ office. Please stop by or call Carol Geller at 901.761.3130 as soon as possible. Completed applications are due at the end of February. -6-TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE February at the Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center will be filled with several exciting events. On Tuesday, February 3, from 4-5 pm, parents and children are invited to celebrate the festival of trees at our Tu B’Shevat Festival. This fun event, which is free and open to the community, features a carnival-style setup with planting station, handson mushy fun, crafts, giant Duplo building, Wii fitness demonstration, a visit from the Memphis Botanic Garden, and a healthy snack bar. Activities are geared for children ages 2-6 years. To RSVP, e-mail [email protected]. a During the week of February, 16-20, we will celebrate our grandparents. Grandparents’ Week is celebrated at the Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center for classes Starboard through Kindergarten. We do something grand every time we bring younger and older people together. The goal of this week is to recognize, honor, and thank the Mimmys, Pop-Pops, Bubbes, and Zadies from around town into the classrooms to share with us their wisdom and talents. If you have a grandchild in one of our preschool classes, please come read a book, join us for a meal, or show us your special talent. We also invite our preschool families to join us on February 18 for a performance by Opera Memphis featuring Black Roots of Opera. This experience is made possible by the Mildred H. and Edgar C. Haas, Sr. Family Endowment for Education. Grandparents’ Week will culminate on February 20 with a breakfast and Kabbalat Shabbat. Although we reserve this fantastic week for grandparents, families are welcome to bring in the “grands” whenever they may be in town, whatever the date. L’Shalom, Jamie Baer, Interim Director [email protected] / 901.937.2784 TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE -7- WRJ-TEMPLE ISRAEL SISTERHOOD NOW HEAR THIS! Wednesday, February 4, 7 pm Hear award-winning author Maggie Anton speak on her new book enchantress as well as her books in the acclaimed historical fiction series “Rashi’s Daughters” and “Rav Hisda’s Daughter.” Maggie Anton RSVP by calling 901.937.2790. A question and answer session will be followed by a kosher style dessert reception. Ms. Anton also will sell books and sign them at the event, which is co-sponsored by WRJTemple Israel Sisterhood and Hadassah. To RSVP ($10/Sisterhood or Hadassah member; $18/guest), call 901.937.2790 or e-mail [email protected]. BOOK CLUB Wednesday, February 11, 1:30 pm The Wednesday Book Club meets the second Wednesday of each month, and all are welcome to participate. Come check it out! The selection for February 11 is The Attack by Yasmina Khadra, and the book for the March 11 meeting is The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. ROSH CHODESH ADAR Thursday, February 19, 7 pm Every year we celebrate the holiday of Purim, but how many really know all there is to know about mishloach manot? Come and learn everything you wanted to know about giving these gifts of food and create several baskets to be delivered Waynette Besser on Purim. The program, which will be held in the adult lounge a few steps from the Danziger Chapel, will be led by Waynette Besser. -8-TIMEMPHIS.ORG GAME NIGHT Thursday, February 26, 7 pm Enjoy hot games on a cold night with Sisterhood! Warm up with friends, food, fun, and door prizes galore. Bring your own game (optional) and a smile (mandatory). | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS SISTERHOOD SHABBAT MORNING SERVICE Saturday, February 28, 10 am Rabbi Katie Bauman will lead this memorable Shabbat service. Enjoy the music of Shabbat followed by lunch and the company of good friends. What a great way to celebrate Shabbat! No reservations needed. The Temple congregation is invited to stay for lunch courtesy of Sisterhood. For more information, please contact Marisa Baggett, [email protected]. JUDAICA SHOP The WRJ-Sisterhood Judaica Shop has mezuzot, Shabbat candles, baby gifts, children’s books, cookbooks, prayer books, challah platters, jewelry, greeting cards, and much more. Judaica Shop regular hours are: A Monday-Thursday: 10 am-4 pm (Wednesday until 6 pm when Hebrew school meets) A Friday: 10 am-1 pm A Sunday: 9 am-12:30 pm (when religious school is in session) For more information or to explore volunteer opportunities available at the Judaica Shop, please contact Susie Bender, [email protected]. FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE MITZVAH OPPORTUNITIES PREPARE SNACKS & COOK CASSEROLES Wednesday, February 4, 5:30-7:30 pm On the first Wednesday of each month, cook at Temple Israel for MIFA’s COOL initiative. In addition to preparing healthy snacks, the group is now cooking casseroles for the students in the program to share with their parents. COOL offers intensive counseling about higher education to 180 at-risk Memphis public school students each year. The students meet with counselors at the MIFA offices weekly throughout high school to learn the life skills they need to prepare for college life. E-mail Elise Meyer, [email protected]. The group meets next on March 4. DONATE BLOOD Sunday, February 8, 8:30 am-1:30 pm Saving a life, pikuach nefesh, is the “Mitzvah of all Mitzvot,” and one pint of blood can save up to four lives. Contact Julie Klein, [email protected] or 901.335.9981, or go to timemphis.org to make an appointment. VOLUNTEER AT MANNA HOUSE Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 8-11:30 am Get involved at this place of hospitality for the homeless. Welcome guests who drop in for a much needed respite with coffee and conversation, a shower and change of clothes, and hygiene items. Contact Ann Wilson at [email protected]. PARTICIPATE IN MIFA MEALS When you participate in the MIFA Meals program, you are doing more than delivering meals. The warmth and smiles you provide, in addition to the meals, brighten the recipients’ day more than you know. It takes about two hours on Friday mornings once a month to bring sustenance and support for appreciative people. Contact Daisy Spiro, 901.767.3377 or [email protected]. KNIT AND CROCHET Thursdays, 1:30 pm Knit and crochet bears for children in emerging nations who are affected with HIV/AIDS, and caps, scarves, and lap robes for MIFA’s Love Caps Program and Wings at West Clinic. Contact Jenny Baer, [email protected] or 901.754.8126. TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS TI FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM The TI Fellowship program raises the bar on young adult programming by bridging the needs of college students (finding a job) with meaningful Jewish life. In its first two years, the TI Fellowship has brought 26 outstanding individuals to Memphis for a comprehensive professional, communal, social, and cultural experience. Applications for the summer of 2015 are being accepted through February 6 at tifellowship.org. LEGENDS AWARD ART EXHIBITION Exhibition on Display through February 6 Temple is honored to display the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis 2014 Legends Award Art Exhibition. Established in 2009, the awards pay tribute Mary Shainberg Nancy Bogatin to innovative women whose vision and influence have created a better community through their passion for education, the arts, philanthropy, advocacy, social justice, and civil rights. Legends Award Artists and Writers created works of art and prose that personify the honorees’ accomplishments and contributions to the Memphis community. Honored in the exhibit are Temple’s own Nancy Bogatin and Mary Shainberg, as well as Dr. Erma Clanton, Frances Dancy Hooks, and Modeane Thompson. SUPERMAN: THE JEWISH ROOTS OF AMERICA’S SUPER HERO extended through February 28 Temple Israel member Eddy Zeno has amassed a substantial collection of Superman memorabilia and artifacts that explores the influence of the Jewish experience on the evolution of Superman. Superman: The Jewish Roots of America’s Super Hero in the Temple Israel Museum through February 28 features part of Eddy’s collection and invites viewers to consider the Jewish subtexts at work. FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE -9- CREATE YOUR JEWISH LEGACY According to the Talmud, giving is as important as all other commandments combined. Please contact Temple Israel Executive Director Stacy Canales, 901.937.2765, about creating your Jewish legacy with a deferred gift to Temple Israel. THANK YOU TO THOSE MAKING DONATIONS TO TEMPLE ISRAEL (DECEMBER 2014) BARBARA K. LIPMAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER FUND In memory of David Cohn Marsha Cohn & Children Dr. Karin Gubin Richard & Dale Caen Debra & Cary Califf Pattye Cohen Alice & Maurice Wexler Kathy & Michael Wexler Robert Hirsh Debra & Cary Califf Irwin Kaufman Irvin & Lesley Smith Helen Samuels Debra & Cary Califf Ronny & Linda Ellen Sklar Kathy & Michael Wexler Aimee Herzberg Kriger Drs. Lisa Usdan & David Portnoy Ethel Pearl Roy Kaminsky Leah & Saul Perlman Jeff Perlman Janie Salvo Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center Teachers & Staff In honor of Barbara & Ron Klayman’s birthdays Carole & Bob Pinstein CANTOR EMERITUS FUND In memory of Julius Lewis Nicole & Jack Lewis CEMETERY FUND In memory of Abe Aronoff Carol & Dr. Philip Aronoff Pearl Hanover Schwartz Elaine & Steve Kovner Helen Samuels Carole & Bob Pinstein Elaine & Irvin Skopp Eugene Sebulsky Susan & Alan Sebulsky Additional donations Cathy Weil Mr. & Mrs. Robert Scharff GENERAL FUND In honor of Dorothy & Dr. Robert Goldwin Hal Fogelman Jewish Foundation of Memphis Marcia Hayden Hallie Elliot Isaac Reich’s bar mitzvah Susan Rossman Richard Robinson Mark Halperin Mr. & Mrs. Marc Hanover & Family Mary Shainberg’s 98th birthday Jean & Buddy Ballin Deanna & Dr. Al Burson & Brian Shainberg Jennifer & Dr. Patrick Campbell Sally Kesselman Dr. Norman Towbin Hallie Elliot Joseph Perl Mary Lynn & Arnold Perl Elizabeth Pinstein Michele & Dr. Martin Pinstein Helen Samuels Tracye Burford & Elizabeth McCoy Triumph Bank Gina & Dr. Joel Cook Hermine Davidson Shannon & Marc Engelberg Mr. & Mrs. Wally Fields Lisa & Jonathan Frisch Carol & Michael Goldberg Shara Lynn & Judge Arnold Goldin Mr. & Mrs. Marc Hanover & Family Peggy & L.R. Jalenak Mr. & Mrs. Saul Kaplan Lynn & Dr. Robert Kline Debbie & Ron Lazarov Sue & Paul Matthews Marcia & Alvin Notowich James Patton Michele & Dr. Martin Pinstein Nancy & Richard Robinson Bill Ross Bonnie Schwartz Linda & Steve Simon Margie Snetman Memphis Home Furnishings Association Memphis Consumer Credit Association, Inc. Bess Schaffer Carol & Bob Tessler Pearl Schwartz Adele & John Vookles Joan Shankerman Mr. & Mrs. Marc Hanover & Family Frank Sher Charles Kahn & Jennie France Jay Snetman Paul Snetman Barbara Sparks Mildred Schwartz Irwin Thal Nancy & Richard Robinson Bernice Thalheimer Lynn & Dr. Robert Kline Leon Underberg Ronald Underberg Jay Waller Helen Waller Thelma Greenberg Nettie Warren Shirley Fink Mona Weiss Janet & Jerome Lang Fagel Wilenzick Hermine Davidson MUSEUM FUND In memory of Helen Samuels May Lynn & Dr. Charles Mansbach Dr. Leroy Brackstone Deborah & Sam Brackstone RABBI KATIE BAUMAN -10-TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS DISCRETIONARY FUND For the recovery of David Alperin Marcia Hayden Jean & Buddy Ballin Dr. Maury Bronstein Marilyn & Harvey Cook Sheril Greenstein Jean & Buddy Ballin Mr. & Mrs. Marc Hanover & Family Paul Lazarov Susan & Harry Rubenstein Debbie & Ron Lazarov In memory of Marcella Sgutt Ann & Sam Rabinovitz Jake Alabaster Debbie & Ron Lazarov Michele & Dr. Martin Pinstein Betty Aron Sylvia Appleton Marx Borod Ronald Borod & Doris Licht Dr. LeRoy Bloch Brackstone Jan, Dr. Lee, Michael & Karen Stein Thelma Cohn Sylvia Appleton Rose Merry Brown & Aron Livnah Tracye & Joseph Burford Alan Nathanson Ada Cohen Albert Cohen Ronald Underberg Sarah & Abe Davidson Edith Reiter Dr. Eugene Epstein Sylvia Appleton Bertha Garfinkel June Garfinkel Dr. Karin Gubin Martha Dorroh Sylvia & Bruce Feldbaum & Family Roy, Paula & Jessica Greenberg Mr. & Mrs. Marc Hanover & Family Eve & Craig Lazarov Debbie & Ron Lazarov Billie & Barry Pelts Michele & Dr. Martin Pinstein Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Samaha Nora Silverfield Bess Katzen Joy Katzen-Guthrie Irwin Kaufman Janet Brueck Margie Snetman Maya June Kaufman Michele & Dr. Martin Pinstein Dana & Jeff Gross Judy & Nick Ringel Nancy & Richard Robinson Stella & Hubert Menke Melinda Menke Bernard “Boney” Michel Hermine Davidson Midred Needleman Sandra Kessler Milton Pailet Susan & Jeff Pailet In memory of Jay Delugach Lisa Levi & Family Dr. Karin Gubin Laurie & Harry Samuels Irwin Kaufman Stephanie & Stuart Cohen Maya June Kaufman Ann & Sam Rabinovitz Laurie & Harry Samuels Helen Samuels Rose Shainberg Deanna & Dr. Al Burson Pearl Hanover Schwartz Cathy & Richard Kessler Marcia & Jerry Schwartz Stephen Schwartz Sol Wilons Rochelle Wilons In honor of Ben Lindy’s bar mitzvah Jill & Greg Graflund Additional donations Miriam & Mark Clemons Judy Royal RABBI HARRY DANZIGER DISCRETIONARY FUND In memory of Esther Fisher Nathan Linkon Norma Fisher Maya June Kaufman Pat & David Halpern Linda Ellen & Ron Sklar Irwin Kaufman Lynne & Bob Kanter Helen Bernstein Kohn Irma & Harold Greenberg Bella Rothschild Nora Rothschild William Sternberger Charles Kahn In honor of Rabbi Harry Danziger Elaine & Dr. Robert Kaufman Additional donation Fred & Joyce Graflund RABBI MICAH GREENSTEIN DISCRETIONARY FUND In memory of Joseph Alperin Sonya Krivcher Betty Aron Carole & Dr. Charles Plesofsky Susan Rossman Louis Bedrin Michelle & Brian Blake Beverly Rauch Adele Bedrin Beverly Rauch Joanie Binder Rena Rosenberg Fred Blaiss Sheryl Kirk & Family Goldene Blinkoff Betsy Mandel Carley Fern and David Brackstone Jan, Dr. Lee, Michael & Karen Stein Thelma Cohn Anise & Ron Belz FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE DONATIONS (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10) Eric Cornell Helga Cornell Graham deWit Jennifer & Brian deWit Joe Edelson Linda & Martin Stein Dr. Eugene Epstein Anise & Ron Belz Sidney Feuerstein David Feuerstein Janet & Jerry Lang Dr. Karin Gubin Golden & Steve Bearman Ken & Jill Steinberg Joseph Joseph Susan & Dr. Larry Weiss Jack Kaplan Dr. & Mrs. Edward Kaplan Maya June Kaufman Judy Korones Jan & Marc Reisman Irwin Kaufman Marilyn Haas Ingrid & Gordon Goldsmith Barbara & Ronnie Laudenheimer Patsy & Gene Lerner May Lynn & Dr. Charles Mansbach Lesley & Sam Marks Herb Miller Jeri Miller Carole & Dr. Charles Plesofsky Jan & Marc Reisman Helen Bernstein Kohn Phyllis & Jay Greenberg Leon Less Barry Less Herman Louis Lindy Judy & Jim Lindy J. G. Lowenthal Kathleen Lowenthal Beverly Hutkin Rauch Bernhard “Boney” Michel Barbara Michel Hannah Miller Miller-Kaplan Family Milton Pailet Mary Pailet & Family Helen Samuels Jean & Buddy Ballin Anise & Ron Belz Beverly & Dr. Bob Buchalter Bonnie Chambliss Marilyn & Harvey Cook Kay Dortch Marilyn Haas Hilda Kaufman Patsy & Gene Lerner Barbara Michel Carole & Dr. Charles Plesofsky Jan & Marc Reisman Mary Shainberg Nancy & Dr. Morris Stallings Jan, Dr. Lee, Michael & Karen Stein Barbara Sparks Peggy & L. R. Jalenak Janet & Jerry Lang Ellen Miller Sterman Esther & Steve Miller For the recovery of Richard Faber Amy & Dr. Tod Singer Susan & Harry Rubenstein Shelli & Sheldon Rosengarten In honor of Online High Holy Day Services Jan & Dr. Daniel LaVene Nathaniel Danziger’s bar mitzvah Ingrid & Gordon Goldsmith Rabbi Micah Greenstein Lesley & Sam Marks Barbara & George Lapides Amanda & Michael Lapides Mildred Schwartz’s birthday Barbara Michel Amelia Smith’s birthday Linda & Allen Neel Additional donations Meriam Cooper Robert Davis Jonathan Ringel Hohenberg Charity Trust WRJ-SISTERHOOD TEMPLE GROUNDS & BEAUTIFICATION FUND In memory of Thelma Cohn Cathy & Richard Kessler Connie Shelton Dr. Karin Gubin Peggy & William Adler Helen Samuels Gary & Marley Stein & Family Ronni & Joe Kirsch For the recovery of Rich Faber Jan & Marc Reisman WRJ-SISTERHOOD SERVICE TO THE BLIND FUND In honor of Curt Ward Barbara Poll WENDY & AVRON FOGELMAN RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND In memory of Betty Aron Robin & Jeffrey Wallace Helen Samuels Linda, Benjamin & Emily Kline Robin & Jeffrey Wallace Dr. Ben Friedman Ina & Richard Eiseman For the recovery of Ina Eiseman Mildred Schwartz Dr. Maury Bronstein Wendy & Avron Fogelman In honor of Wendy & Avron Fogelman’s anniversary Ina & Richard Eiseman Jon & Jennifer Levingston Joan & Howard Spector Aron Livnah’s 75th birthday Mary Shainberg’s 98th birthday Mildred Schwartz Dr. Maury Bronstein’s birthday Rabbi Shai Finkelstein receiving MBA degree Wendy & Avron Fogelman RABBI JAMES A. WAX MEMORIAL FUND In memory of Thelma Cohn Jonathan & James Wax Dr. Karin Gubin Vicki Kaplan Sam Jaffe Paul Jaffe Leah Malkin Rosenthal Kenla & Philip Engel TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS OUR SYMPATHY The Temple Israel family extends its deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of these loved ones of blessed memory: Betty Francis Aron Carolyn Key Raney Thelma Cohn Pearl Schwartz Dr. Eugene Epstein Jocelyn Sheer Esther Fenton Gwendolyn Silver Shirley Levine Steve Simon Jennifer Matz Erwin R. Thal Jack Nisenbaum David Hart Weil, III OUR SIMCHAS The Temple Israel family shares in the happiness of its members and is thankful for the blessings they enjoy. Congratulations to: Justin Goldring and Ben Katz on their marriage. Jackie Schoenfeld and Dr. Ehud Kamin on their marriage. Leslie and Marc Lazar on the birth of a son; Marxann and Dr. Edward Lazar and Andie and Sidney Mendelson on the birth of a grandson; Peggy Levinson on the birth of a great-grandson. Courtney and Ryan Edwards on the birth of a daughter; Marsha and Mike Underberg and Debbie and Larry Kershner on the birth of a granddaughter; Evelyn and Dr. Melvin Kraus and Ronald Underberg on the birth of a great-granddaughter. Kathleeen Shea and Jon Clemons on their marriage. IS SOMEONE YOU KNOW IN THE HOSPITAL? In compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), our local hospitals cannot release patient lists to us. Our rabbis visit the hospitals regularly, but we rely solely on you to give us the information. If someone you know is hospitalized, please call Carol Geller in the Rabbis’ office, 901.937.2771. FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE -11- TIME-SENSITIVE MATERIAL PLEASE DELIVER BY FEBRUARY 1, 2015 PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID voice AT MEMPHIS, TN The Voice is published monthly (with a combined June/July issue) by Temple Israel, 1376 E. Massey Road, Memphis, TN 38120-3299. Periodicals postage paid (USPS 780-460) at Memphis, Tennessee. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Temple Israel, 1376 E. Massey Road, Memphis, TN 38120-3299 TEMPLE ISRAEL 1376 East Massey Road Memphis, Tennessee 38120 901.761.3130 timemphis.org Rabbi Micah D. Greenstein, Senior Rabbi Rabbi Katie M. Bauman, Associate Rabbi Rabbi Harry K. Danziger, Emeritus Cantor John M. Kaplan, Emeritus Jonathan Frisch, President E. Elkan Scheidt, Sr. Vice President Laurie Meskin, Vice President David Rosenthal, Vice President Alex Saharovich, Vice President Leigh Mansberg, Secretary Mark Fogelman, Treasurer David L. Bearman, Counsel Paula Jacobson, Immediate Past President Debbie Jackson, WRJ-Sisterhood President Jeff Rosenberg, MRJ-Brotherhood President Daniel Saharovich, JCM President Stacy Canales, Executive Director ISRAEL IS CALLING May 25-June 5, 2015 The next spiritual exploration of and journey to Israel is this summer, as Rabbi Greenstein and participants from Temple Israel prepare themselves for life-changing Jewish experiences there. An itinerary, registration information, and details are available at timemphis.org and by calling Carol Geller in the Rabbis’ office, 901.937.2771. Isti Bardos, Erma Cohen, Jackie Evans, Carol Geller, and Jan Reisman, Voice production facebook.com/templeisrael twitter/timemphis (@TIMemphis) instagram.com/templeisrael pinterest.com/templeisrael youtube.com/timemphis vimeo.com/templeisrael The group from Temple Israel in Israel in December 2014 Temple Israel is a member congregation of the Union for Reform Judaism. reformjudaism.org A urj.org TIMEMPHIS.ORG | FACEBOOK.COM/TEMPLEISRAEL | TWITTER: @TIMEMPHIS FEBRUARY 2015 VOICE
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