Dear Congregants,
Below you will find information about CRS services, events, and news. Please also visit our website by clicking HERE.
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High Holy Day Seating
We hope this summer has given you the opportunity for rest and relaxation. The High Holy Days are quickly approaching and here in the synagogue office we are working on all the logistics necessary to ensure that your High Holy Day experience is the best possible.
We want to make sure that you are aware that if you are currently sitting in the Schnurmacher Chapel or the Schafler Forum you have the option to move your seats into the Main Sanctuary for High Holy Day services. Seats in the Main Sanctuary are reserved and there are multiple seating options available.
To change your seating location to the Main Sanctuary or for additional information, please call Nadine Kochavi at 646-454-3055 or e-mail her at seating@crsnyc.org. Stop by and visit us this summer!
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Adult Learning and Life
Summer Class with Rabbi Leora Kaye
Tuesday, July 19; Wednesday, July 27 and Tuesday, August 2; 7:00pm
God, god, G-d, He, She, It, Adonai, I believe, I don't believe, I don't know what I believe....Rabbi Kaye and guest presenters of varying beliefs will investigate classical, rabbinic, mystical and contemporary Jewish texts and theologies together with fellow congregants. Click HERE to view the flyer for the event.
RSVP to rabbistudy@crsnyc.org
Shabbat Morning Torah Study
Saturdays, throughout the year, 8:45am - 9:45am
We are studying the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.
Everyone welcome!
Rabbi Lisa J. Grushcow, D. Phil.
Rabbi Sari R. Laufer
Rabbi Benjamin H. Spratt
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Spain in the Spring Exploratory Meeting
Tuesday, July 26; 6:00pm
Join Rabbi Lisa Grushcow on a trip to the south of Spain in March 2012, focusing on the interfaith religious, cultural, and artistic aspects of the medieval Jewish experience. The trip would take us to one of the most beautiful parts of the world, and one of the most fascinating periods of Jewish history. Interested? RSVP for the meeting or contact rabbigrushcow@crsnyc.org. |
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A Literary Summer:
Memory, Identity and Love
Tuesday, July 26; 7:00pm
Best-selling authors Diane Ackerman and Joshua Foer discuss the delicate relationship between language and consciousness, and how their surprising discoveries affected their own lives. Click HERE to view the flyer for this event.
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CRS Book Club
Thursday, August 4; 7:00pm
We are pleased to announce the reemergence of The CRS Book Club! This month we are reading a Tale of Love and Darkness by Amos OzThe group will meet here at the synagogue at 7:00pm. Click HERE to view the flyer for this program. We look forward to the discussion! RSVP at bookgroup@crsnyc.org |
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Erev Tisha B'av Service
Monday, August 8 at 6:00pm
Tisha B'Av (the 9th of Av) is traditionally a day of mourning and remembrance. Jewish memory recalls this as a day on which tragedy befell the Jewish people throughout our history. In facing the darkness of these memories we also clarify the world we wish to build for tomorrow. Come join Rabbi Spratt and Cantor De Lowe as we enter Tisha B'Av with both prayer and study. Together we will delve into the deeper meanings of the day, reflect on loss and tragedy, and envision a brighter future.
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Mah Jongg at CRS
Thursday, August 11; 1:00pm-4:00pm
Cards available for purchase for $8.00 or bring your own. Novices and veteran players are all welcome! Click HERE for more information.
RSVP at mahjongg@crsnyc.org.
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Roll of Remembrance 5772/2011
Deadline August 17
The Roll of Remembrance Book, given to worshippers at the Memorial Service on Yom Kippur, constitutes an acknowledgement of our ongoing love for those who have passed away. It has long been a custom at Rodeph Sholom to inscribe the names of our beloved in the Roll of Remembrance Book.
We can only list the names received prior to our deadline of August 17. If you would like names listed in the 2011 Roll of Remembrance Book, you may:
- Return the form that was mailed to you (it was included with information about the High Holy Days)
- Call the Development Office at 646-454-3051
- Email your names to: remembrance@crsnyc.org
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Erev Shabbat Services
Friday, August 26; 6:00pm
Dr. Salahuddin Muhammad, Imam of the Masjid Al Iklas Mosque in Newburgh, NY, and a member of the Board of the Fortune Society, will speak about Islam in the United States and its members' interactions with other faith communities. At the conclusion of the service, the Imam and members of his congregation will join our clergy and members of our congregation for dinner to break the daily Ramadan fast. RSVP at msills@crsnyc.org or call 646-454-3045 to attend the dinner. (No Fee) |
Memorial Plaques
The names on the six large Yahrzeit frames at the back of the synagogue's Main Sanctuary reach back into the history of the congregation as loving testimonials to the vibrant individuals who remain cherished by family and friends. In addition to being lit on your loved one's Yahrzeit, the light next to all the Memorial Plaques are lit during four yearly Yizkor services (Yom Kippur, Shemeni Atzeret/Simchat Torah, Passover, and Shavuot).
If you haven't yet arranged for a plaque for your own loved one, you must place your order by Friday, July 22 to ensure that the plaque will be installed in time for Yom Kippur. The donation for each Memorial Plaque is $3,000. For more information or to place an order, please contact Ruth Bernstein at 646-454-3051 or development@crsnyc.org. We are happy to arrange for you to spread your payment over several months, using our automatic recurring payment option, if this will be helpful to you.
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Underwriting
Opportunities
"Tzedakah begins the moment we decide to think about other people besides ourselves."
-Rabbi Robert Levine
click HERE for CRS underwriting opportunities |
Union Field Cemetery
You are encouraged to come visit and learn more about Rodeph Sholom's historic Union Field Cemetery. Discounted fees are available for CRS members. To learn more about the cemetery, call our knowledgeable staff at 718-366-3748.
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Summer
Donation Box:
Canned Goods For Food Bank of NYC
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Hearing Enhancement Devices
Hearing enhancement devices are available for all services. Please see the security desk for assistance.
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Bereavement Notices
Click HERE if you would like to be informed of deaths in our community. |
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Bikkur Cholim
We have a committed group of Bikur Cholim volunteers who are going to be visiting the Jewish Home and Hospital. If you or a loved one live there and would appreciate a visit from a friendly Rodeph Sholom visitor, please send an e-mail to visiting@crsnyc.org with contact information.
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