Shabbat Chaye Sarah Friday November 18, 2011 Saturday November 19, 2011 8:15 PM Shabbat Evening Service 9:00 AM Torah Study The High School Youth will lead services Rabbi Bob will discuss, "J-Date in the Ancient World." Oneg Host: Membership Committee Shabbat Toldot Friday November 25, 2011 Saturday November 26, 2011 7:30 PM Family Shabbat Service 9:00 AM Torah Study Rabbi Bob will tell a story 10:30 AM Morning Service Aelyn Jane Anderson baby Bar Mitzvah: Jacob Stern naming Oneg Host: Stern Family and Plotkin- Anderson Family Current Torah Portion *childcare is available during Friday evening services in our Nursery. |
New Sponsor- Photography by Rick & Rich
We would like to welcome Photography by Rick & Rich as our newest sponsor. Please take a moment to check their business here and on our website.
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Rabbi Bruce Goldwasser to Visit Etz Chaim
This Friday, November 18th Rabbi Bruce and Nancy Goldwasser will be in town and attending services. Rabbi Goldwasser was the rabbi of Etz Chaim from 1973-1978. Please join us at services and welcome Rabbi Goldwasser back at Etz Chaim.
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Message from Rabbi Bob
In the Midrash for this week's Torah portion we learn of the presence of God in our daily life. Read more here.
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service-
This Monday, November 21st
The DuPage Interfaith Resource Network Thanksgiving Service will be held this Monday, November 21st at 7:30 PM in the beautiful sanctuary of St. Procopius Abbey at the corner of Maple and College in Lisle. Read more here.
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Adult Choir Singers Needed
The Congregation Etz Chaim Adult Choir wants you. If you enjoy singing please click here to see how you can be a member of the choir.
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Adult Education Presents- Three Synagogues -
One Special Program
On Sunday, November 20th, at 2:00 PM, Congregation Etz Chaim of Du Page County will host two experts on Middle East affairs, speaking on the topic "Israel and Her Neighbors: Opportunities and Challenges." The program will be held at 1710 S. Highland Avenue, Lombard. There is no charge for admission. Read more here.
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Hanukkah Gift Bazaar- December 4th
Calling all artists and crafters, it is almost time for the Hanukkah Gift Bazaar! The bazaar will be held on Sunday, December 4th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the social hall. If you are interested in a table please call or email Leah J. Dicker Notarus as soon as possible for more details.
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Puttin' On the Ritz- Etz Chaim Fundraiser-
Sponsored by the Brotherhood & Ways and Means
Mark your calendars- Saturday, February 11, 2012 to attend Puttin' on the Ritz at Congregation Etz Chaim. This fabulous fundraiser is presented by Congregation's Brotherhood and Ways & Means Committee. Read more here.
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School & Youth Activities |
Message from Our Educator
Cruel's Not Cool! is a community-wide new anti-bullying campaign to take back our schools by making them safer, more accepting places for all students all the time. I feel this is part of my job to be an advocate for each child and help stop bullying. Read more here.
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Shabbat Chaverim
Our next "Shabbat Chaverim" will be this Friday morning, November 18th at 10:00 AM. This program is for young children and a parent/guardian. Read more here.
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Family Hanukkah Party
HANUKKAH IS COMING! Are you ready? The school committee is planning an afternoon of activities to help families get ready for a fun Hanukkah celebration in their home. Read more here.
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Snow Day School Closing Information
If we need to cancel school due to bad weather we will do three things:
1. Send an email blast by 7:30 AM on a Sunday and by 2:00 PM on a Wednesday.
2. Post it on the home page of our Etz Chaim webpage.
3. Post it on the Etz Chaim facebook page.
If we need to close for some unforeseen reason, not due to bad weather, we will contact you via phone. If you have any questions, please call Anne Stein.
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Family Israel Trip- June 2012
A family trip has been planned for families to travel together to Israel. This twelve day trip will be an adventure of a lifetime for those that participate. We will see the country from the Golan Heights down to the Negev. Read more here.
If you have any questions, please contact Anne Stein.
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Manna
The next Manna is December 11th. The Manna Gift Card program provides an easy, no cost way to raise funds for our congregation while receiving 100% value for every dollar you spend. Find out more about Manna or click here for an order form.
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Indiana University's Jewish Studies is now accepting aplications for scholarships for incoming freshmen for 2012-2013 - up to $20,000 - $5,000 for 4 years. Read more here.
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Pushing the Envelope Farm Recap
On Sunday, October 23rd people went to "Pushing the Envelope" farm in Geneva, IL. Read and see the video here.
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Artist In Residence Recap
The Artist In Residence Weekend was an amazing weekend of song, education and fellowship. Read more here.
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Friday November 18
JYG Retreat Weekend
10:00 AM Shabbat Chaverim
Sunday November 20
2:00 PM Three Synagogues- One Special Program
Congregation Etz Chaim, Congregation Beth Shalom of Naperville and Temple B'nai Israel invite you to our second annual program on Israel. Read more here.
Monday November 21
7:30 PM Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. Read more here.
Wednesday November 23
NO Hebrew School
Thursday November 24
Office Closed
Friday November 25
Office Closed
7:30 PM Family Shabbat Service
Wednesday November 30
12:00 PM Seniors Meeting and Program. Read more here.
Friday December 2
10:00 AM Shabbat Chaverim
7:30 Shabbat Service with the Life Tree Ramblers
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Orders Due December 11th
Pick up December 14th
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