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Shabbat Shalom
שבת שלום
Parshat Beshallach
9 Shevat 5772
February 2, 2012
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Inclusion Service
Please join us for an Inclusion Service at Tifereth Israel tomorrow evening, February 3, at 7:15 pm. It will be a short but meaningful Kabbalat Shabbat Service designed for individuals or families of individuals with special needs. This service is open to anyone who wishes to welcome Shabbat in a special way! We'll enjoy a light oneg (refreshments) following the service! For further information, contact Helen Miller (236-4764) or Rabbi Ungar (253-8523).
Tifereth Israel Blood Drive
Join us Sunday, February 12 from 9 am-1 pm for our next blood drive. Bring your friends and your teenagers (17 yrs of age are eligible) with you. Arrange an appointment by calling Jill Winer (888-1693) or go to www.redcrossblood.org; click on "schedule your blood donation" and enter: tifereth. Volunteers will also be making calls to schedule appointments. A person can donate every 56 days, and someone who donated on or before December 18th, 2011 is eligible to donate at our blood drive. Go to www.redcrossblood.org : scroll down and click on either eligibility requirements or eligibility criteria for more info. Please support this worthy cause with the "Gift of Life" now!
Voices of the Generations Grade 6-8
Parents are invited to attend "Voices of the Generations" with speaker and author, Julie Kohner on Sunday February 12 at Tifereth Israel at 11 am. This engaging family program is a moving love story, introducing the Holocaust, a challenging time in Jewish history, in an age appropriate manner. Julie Kohner is a second generation survivor of the Holocaust and she tells her family's unique story of survival against all odds. Please RSVP to Ellen Kozberg (ekozberg@tiferethisrael.org or 253-8523).
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D'var Torah
Parashat Beshallach chronicles the Israelites' departure from Egypt and crossing of the Red Sea. After crossing on dry land and watching the Egyptian charioteers drown in the sea, the people sing a song of praise and celebration.
Of course, then reality sets in and the kvetching begins. While slavery may not have been the ideal situation, it was a condition to which the people were accustomed. They knew what to expect and there was a certain level of security in that.
Freedom, on the other hand, contained many unknowns. What kind of leader would Moses be? What would they eat and drink? What would God's role be in their future? We look at the text and see the people complaining, but we must remember the enormity of the adjustment our ancestors were being asked to make. This has parallels in our own lives. Change is a constant in our lives; we often make choices (or have them made for us) that push us into the unknown; we may not know how to handle it all, and it takes a while to adjust. What we see over the course of the history of the Torah is the growth and maturation of our people; this continues into the later periods of our history as well. In truth, we are always headed into an uncertain future. The best we can do is try to understand ourselves and what God expects of us. In doing so, we can help to mold the secure and glorious future we hope to create.
Rabbi Michael Ungar |
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Jewish Joke of the Week
Saul Epstein was taking an oral exam in his English as a Second Language class.
He was asked to spell "cultivate," and he spelled it correctly. He was then
asked to use the word in a sentence, and, with a big smile, responded: "Last vinter on a very cold day, I vas vaiting for a bus, but it vas too cultivate, so I took the subvay home."
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Shabbat is Coming
Light Candles on Friday at 5:35 pm
Shabbat Concludes at 6:26 pm |
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General
One Day to End Homelessness
Please participate in a community-wide effort to address homelessness in our community and visit www.onedaytoendhomelessness.org and give generously. The program, in conjunction with the Community Shelter Board and many area agencies, runs from February 1 until February 28. Participants are encouraged to donate what they spend in rent/mortgage for one day. For more information, contact the Rabbis or Cantor.
Yom Hashoah Observance Part of this year's Yom Hashoah observance will include a video competition for students in grades 7-9 and 10-12. The winning entries will receive a price of $250 and their video will be screened at the Yom Hashoah program at Tifereth Israel on April 19. Deadline for entries is March 1, 2012. Details are available at http://holocausteducationcolumbus.org
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES - FEBRUARY 18, 2012 at 7:30pm
Join members of Tifereth Israel for a social night out as we watch THE FRISCO KID. We'll have pizza, beer, soda and snacks. The cost is only $10 per person and you will definitely have fun. Everyone who is 21+ is welcome to attend.
This Summer's Amazing Germany Trip
For a short video showing you some of the sights in Berlin and a sense of why this trip is important, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwctrIM_QH4
For a look at the latest fabulous itinerary of our June 27-July 5, 2012 trip, visit http://www.ayelet.com/CA2012BROCHURES/ChomskyJack.pdf
Please consider joining Cantor Chomsky-and a few hundred others-for a unique experience that will change your life and the lives of those you meet. Let's talk about it!
Calling All Snowbirds Heading To Florida
Save the date! This year's Florida gathering will take place on Thursday, February 16, 2012, at Hunter's Run in Boynton Beach, Florida. Call Lorelei at the synagogue office for more details.
Minnie Cobey Memorial Library Looking for Volunteers!
The Minnie Cobey Memorial Library is looking for extra volunteers to do tasks such as entering data on new books into the computer. If you have spare time and would like to consider volunteering, please contact Helen Chronister at hchronister@tiferethisarel.org or 253-8523.The library, which is located at the end of the hallway, is open from 11am - 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. |
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Preschool Happenings
Tifereth Israel Preschool Programs our open to all children under 5 years and their families in the community. All of our programs are free, but we ask that you RSVP so we have enough materials for everyone that attends. Please RSVP to Shani Kadis: Skadis@tiferethisrael.org
Our next Preschool Shabbat will take place on Saturday, February 4 from 11am-noon. Join Alana Oif for an interactive Shabbat service with songs, stories, crafts and a special snack.
Stuart Asbel will hold a Preschool Tu B'shevat Program on Sunday, February 12 from 10:30am - 11:30am. We will have our own Tu B'shevat seder with songs and stories. Don't worry, Stuart will also have his guitar. |
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Youth News
For more information or to RSVP for upcoming youth programs, please contact Shani Kadis, Youth & Program Director (253-8523 ext. 119) or Skadis@tiferethisrael.org
JR. KADIMA (3-5th grades) will spend the afternoon at FORT RAPIDS on Sunday, February 5 from 12:30pm-4:30pm. Make sure you RSVP by February 1.
CHAVERIM (1-2nd grades) will have a WINTER FUN PARTY at Tifereth Israel on Sunday, February 5 from 12:30-2:00pm. We'll have gooey mac-n-cheese for lunch and then heat up with some hot chocolate. We'll also take part in fun winter crafts and if there's enough snow, we'll build a big snowman.
KADIMA (6-8th grades) will spend the afternoon at LAZER CRAZE, a new multi-level laser tag arena, on Sunday, February 12 from 12:30pm-3:30pm. RSVP by February 8.
Visit the Youth Website
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Social Action
Have you missed the collection box for the Food Pantry?
It is now located in the alcove near the Katz Chapel. The pantry always needs: (with emphasis on non-perishable items) Canned and boxed foods that contain protein, especially items that can make a meal, e.g. stews, chunky soups, "helper" type items that need one thing added, e.g. tuna helper, baby foods, small containers of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, etc. There is a special need for peanut butter, as the price has increased due to shortages from a recent poor peanut harvest. The pantry cannot distribute food items that have passed their expiration date. We are also collecting personal care items, toiletries, etc. (no prescription medications) to be used at shelters. There is a separate box for those items in the alcove. Please remember that personal hygiene items cannot be purchased with food stamps.
Volunteers Needed for The Manna Café
Tifereth Israel will again prepare and serve a meal Wednesday February 15, at The Manna Café run by the downtown United Methodist Church, 501 East Broad St. Free parking is available. We welcome the help of youth! Please contact Goldie Fisher 861-2088 or Carol Shklonik carols86000@wowway.com with questions or to sign up.
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Sisterhood
Please join us for Vashti's Banquet, a celebration of movement and music, on February 26 at 1:30. RSVP due by February 22. For questions or more information, contact Helen Chronister at helen.chronister@gmail.com or Bonnie Bloom at bonnie614@yahoo.com .
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Religious School
Elementary upcoming dates:
- Grade 1 Consecration Picture - Sunday, February 5.
- Grade 1 Consecration - Saturday, February 11.
- Grade 6-8 Voices of The Generations- Sunday February 12.
- Project Etgar Site Visit - February 28, Grades 3, 6, 7.
High school upcoming dates:
- No School - on Sunday, February 19, 2012- President's Day. Enjoy your weekend.
- Purim - March 4, 2012 - We will have high school classes for the first hour, then students will enjoy Purim festivities starting at 11:30 am.
- No School - for spring and Passover breaks on March 25th, April 8th, and April 15th.
- Hebrew High School Graduation and Teacher Appreciation Shabbat is May 19, 2012.
Donate For Our Troops!
Hi, I'm Sharon Brickey and I am in 6th grade. For my Bat Mitzvah Project I'm collecting items to give to our troops overseas. If you could donate, we need: soap, shampoo, popcorn packets, candy, pop tarts, sun block, batteries, or protein bars. I have a box in the atrium and another in the school office for collection. It would be great to have your help with this project. Thanks!
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Adult Education
Midreshet Israel
New Midreshet Israel classes start this month and throughout the spring. Check your Midreshet Israel Catalog for details.
Midreshet Israel's Melton Sampler
Save the dates for Midreshet Israel's Melton sampler; four one-hour Sunday morning lectures, each with a scholar from OSU's Melton Center for Jewish Studies. On Feb 12, Carolina Lopez-Ruiz, professor of ancient Mediterranean cultures, presents a comparative overview of Biblical and near-Eastern creation stories. Future sessions include Feb 26, Stewart Shapiro; Mar 11, Tamar Rudavsky; and April 1, Paul Reitter. Look for details in the Midreshet Israel Catalogue. |
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Men's Club
It is once again time to renew your membership. Please send your forms to the synagogue or to one of the Men's Club officers. Thanks for your support. Also, if you are planning a simcha at Tifereth Israel, please let the Kiddush Club help you with the selection and purchase of wine and spirits. Please contact Jonathan Foreman (226-2701) if you have any questions. |
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Save the Dates!
Tu B'Shevat Seder
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 6:00 pm Hazak will be hosting a Tu B'Shevat Seder right after Minyan. A Tu B'Shevat seder is similar to a Passover seder. There are 4 questions, there are 4 cups of wine, and we follow along in the haggadah. Instead of celebrating the exodus from Egypt, however, Tu B'Shevat celebrates the new year of trees. Volunteers are needed to help us celebrate! Please contact Judy Uhrman (614-863-0358 or artandjudy@aol.com) or Susie Covensky (614-451-6871 or scovensky@columbus.rr.com) for more information!
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Ongoing Events
Celebrate with an Aliyah!
Do you have an anniversary, birthday, or other special event coming up? If so, and you would like an aliyah, please contact Rabbi Berman or Rabbi Ungar at 253-8523.
Yad Shel Chai
Calling all Torah readers! The Men's Club wants you to have your own yad! When you have read 10 times we will present you with a yad designed by Israeli Judaica artist Yair Emanuel. The wooden Torah pointer is hand-painted using acrylic colors and three layers of lacquer. You will also receive a certificate suitable for framing! Keep track of your readings by placing a star next to your name in the book by the entrance in the sanctuary. For more information, contact Dale Levy at dlevy82@gmail.com. If you wish to sign up to read Torah, contact Jerry Sigal of the Yad Squad at jerrysigal@columbus.rr.com.
Chesed Committee
Your synagogue community is here when you need us. Home from the hospital? Alone and grieving? Concerned about a loved one in an nursing care facility? We will arrange for someone to help out. Call the synagogue, or contact Ruth Portnoy at 367-0465. You may also email her at ruthestern@gmail.com.
JFS Friendly Visitor Program
If you or a senior you know are feeling a bit isolated from the Jewish community and would enjoy a regular visit from a JFS volunteer, contact Susie Blair at sblair@jfscolumbus.org or 559-0184.
Chevra Kadisha
The TI Chevra Kadisha is in need to additional volunteers. Members participate in the ritual preparation (Taharah) of the body of a deceased member of our congregation. It consists primarily of bathing the body, then placing the burial garments on the body. Prayers are read while the Taharah is being performed. Participation is one of the greatest mitzvot that one can perform, as the departed cannot thank those who participate in this ritual. No medical knowledge is necessary, and one is part of a pool of people from which 5 individuals participate at a time. The time commitment is minimal and no medical knowledge is required. Men only participate in a Taharah for a male, and women only in Taharah for a female.
Electronic Statements are Now Available!
Did you know you now have the ability to receive your billing statement and yahrzeit notices electronically? Help us reduce paper and postage while doing your part for the environment at the same time. Contact Cheryl Laver, Finance Manager, at claver@tiferethisrael.org and we'll make it happen. Of course, if we don't already have your email address, we certainly want that too.
Kroger Program - Help Us Make Some Gelt!
Kroger is giving away up to $5 million to non-profit organization this year. Let's earn our share -- it won't cost you a dime! We have the potential to earn thousands of dollars for the synagogue. We raised a little over $6,000 this past fiscal year, and we could easily TRIPLE that amount. Detailed instructions are online at www.krogercommunityrewards.com or call Danny Bromberg at 237-7270. If you already enrolled, you will need to re-enroll after April 1 of each year.
Evelyn Lieberman Judaica Shop Hours
Open during Religious School hours, Tuesday from 4 pm to 5:30 pm and Sunday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. To arrange an appointment please call Babs Miller at 861-7655. |
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Community Events
Jewish Learners Network
JLN will meet on Wednesday, February 8 at the JCC. Snacking and schmoozing at 7PM, presentation by Rabbi Cary Kozberg on the weekly Torah portion at 7:15 sharp, followed by chevruta or small group learning. Open to all, appropriate for all levels, no cost. Questions to Janice Epstein, epstein@beol.net .
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Service Times
Saturday - 9:00 am
Sunday - 9:30 am; 5:30 pm
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES FOR THE COMING WEEK
SUNDAY* 9:30 am & 5:30 pm
MON. - FRI. 7:30 am & 5:30 pm
*SUNDAY MINCHA/MA'ARIV
Will be held at 5:30 pm at the home of Janet Yaillen, 1281 Erickson Avenue, Columbus 43227; (614)-237-6165. |
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Contact
Congregation Tifereth Israel
1354 East Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 253-8523 (Telephone)
(614) 253-6323 (Fax) |
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