Dear Congregants, Shanah Tovah from all of the Clergy and staff at Congregation Rodeph Sholom! We look forward to seeing you at services and throughout the new year at our various classes, programs, and events. IMPORTANT: High Holy Day Tickets have been mailed. If you have not yet received your tickets please contact us at seating@crsnyc.org or 646-454-3055. Click HERE to listen and learn the High Holy Day Congregational melodies with Cantor Garfein. Click HERE for the High Holy Day schedule. Click HERE for contact information or questions.
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CRS Children's Choir
Rehearsals Have Begun!
Participate in our High Holy Day Services, Shabbat B'Shir Services, the Chanukah Extravaganza, and more! For more information please click HERE. For questions call 646-454-3030 or cantorgarfein@crsnyc.org
No Fee, No Auditions, FREE PIZZA!
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Ushers Needed for the
High Holy Days
We seek volunteers to join our wonderful corps of volunteer ushers for the High Holy Day Services. Ushers have a vital role in enabling our Services to run smoothly by greeting our congregants and making them feel welcome. You will be scheduled to usher in the same venue as your High Holy Day seats and at the service you request. There will be a meeting on Thursday, September 22 at 6:00pm.
To volunteer, please contact our Sexton, Gail Becker, at 646-454-3022 or gbecker@crsnyc.org.
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Run Breast Cancer out of Town
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure: Central Park
Sunday, September 18
Join CRuSTY teens and Sisterhood for the 2011 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure! Click HERE, enter Congregation Rodeph Sholom and register to walk/run with us. We'll meet at the synagogue at 8:30am; the walk begins at 9:00am. If you have any questions, please be in touch with our Youth Director, Hannah Ellenson at hellenson@crsnyc.org.
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| Lunch Together - Healing Rwanda
Tuesday, September 20; 11:30am - 1:30pm
The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village, home to 375 Rwandan orphans and vulnerable youth, is based on the Israeli model developed to raise orphans of the Holocaust. Come hear Mara Berde talk about the year she spent as a volunteer at the Village mentoring a "family" of 16 Rwandan teenage girls.
Lunch will be served. Suggested donation of $8
RSVP at lunchtogether@crsnyc.org or 646-454-3043. Click HERE for more information.
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The Anatomy of Israel's Survival:
An Evening with Hirsh Goodman
Wednesday, September 21; 7:00pm
Hirsh Goodman, renowned Israeli journalist and security expert, will address the current situation Israel faces with the UN. He will also speak about his book, The Anatomy of Israel's Survival, which assesses Israel's strategic situation and describes a way forward. The book will be available for purchase.
RSVP appreciated to rabbistudy@crsnyc.org
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Selichot Service
Saturday, September 24
Selichot: Preparing for the High Holy Days
Get a sneak preview of the music, texts, and liturgy of the High Holy Days. Come to nosh, sing, and get ready for Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur.
8pm: Havdallah
8:30pm: Selichot Service and Reflection
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CRS Book Club
Thursday, October 6; 7:00pm
This month we are reading The Frozen Rabbi by Steve Stern. The group will meet at the Synagogue at 7:00pm. Click HERE for more information. We look forward to the discussion!
RSVP at bookgroup@crsnyc.org
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Mah Jongg at CRS
Tuesday, October 18; 1:00pm-4:00pm
Please note change of day - just this month!
Cards are 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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Come Eat in the Sukkah
October 12th - 20th
Eating in the sukkah is a mitzvah! During the holiday of Sukkot, you are invited to have a meal in our congregational sukkah. We'll provide the tables and chairs, you bring the meal...breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Contact Rachael Evans at revans@crsnyc.org to reserve a space and time.
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| Save the Date for Mitzvah Weekend
5772 (October 21-23)
FRIDAY
Join us for Erev Shabbat services, honoring Rodeph Sholom's longstanding commitment to ending hunger in New York City.
SATURDAY
Hav-da-cappella: From Our Table to Yours
(6:00-7:15pm)
Have a nosh and a cocktail, sing along with the Yiddish, Israeli, rock and pop stylings of Jewish a cappella - and help our community the whole time. It's an adults-only night that's part entertainment, part evening out, part havdallah, and part mitzvah.
SUNDAY
Stay tuned for information on this year's array of Mitzvah Day projects, and don't forget to also register for the Blood Drive (blooddrive@crsnyc.org).
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| Yom Kippur Appeal
Every gift to the Yom Kippur Appeal is important, no matter the amount. Members' gifts of $18, $36, $72, $1800 - or more - add up to a big difference for this Congregation. Rodeph Sholom counts on your participation to achieve all our wonderful plans for the year!
Remember -- your Appeal pledge card is the bottom section of your High Holy Days ticket, but you don't have to wait until Yom Kippur to make a gift. Just detach your card and mail it with your gift to the Synagogue or make a gift at HERE. For details on the automatic recurring payment option, or for any questions, contact the Development Office at 646-545-3051.
Thanks in advance for your participation in the 2011 Yom Kippur Appeal.
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Got a Pre-K Child?
Nevatim: נבטיםA Pre-K parent-child program where families share Jewish activities, experiences, and dinner. Be a Jewish explorer through story, song, movement, drama, and more!! Please click HERE for more information.
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College Committee "Care" Packages
Did you know that the CRS College Committee sends "care" packages to our students while they are away at school? Not only will the Clergy write to them, they will send them a "back to school" package and packages for Chanukah, Purim, and Passover! There is no charge. However, in order to reach as many of our college students as possible, it is necessary for us to have a complete and accurate listing. If you are interested, we can also help students get in touch with Jewish organizations on campus or with local synagogues. Our mailing list is updated every year. Even if you were on the mailing list last year, we ask you to please fill out this form and submit your current information.
Please click HERE to sign up.
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Adult Learning and Life
Shabbat Morning Torah Study
Saturdays, throughout the year, 8:45am - 9:45am
We are just beginning the Book of Genesis - everyone welcome!
Rabbi Lisa J. Grushcow, D. Phil.
Rabbi Sari R. Laufer
Rabbi Benjamin H. Spratt
Hebrew Classes: Beginning Hebrew - Mondays at 6:15pm Beginning Hebrew - Thursdays at 9:00am Continuing Hebrew - Mondays at 7:30pm Continuing Hebrew - Tuesdays at 9:15am Understanding Liturgy - Tuesdays at 8:15am How to Raise a Mentsch: Tuesdays at 9:00am - September 20 and October 4 and 18 Please Click HERE for the flyer. Rabbi Grushcow
Esa Eynai El He'Harim - I lift my eyes to the mountains Personal and Spiritual Pathways through the Psalms
Friday, October 14 at 12:00pm
Rabbi Jacqueline Ellenson
Click HERE For the full Adult Education Brochure.
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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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September
Donation Box:
School Supplies
Click HERE to view a flyer for this month's donation box.
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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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