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 GRS is pleased to offer our membership the option of making secure payments (via Authorize.net) of their membership dues, fees and school tuition. To begin click here.
Check back as we enhance this service in the coming weeks to include donations to more GRS funds.
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GRS Office Location
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GRS' OFFICES ARE NOW LOCATED AT
1037 E. PUTNAM AVE., RIVERSIDE, CT
PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR DETAILS
ALL RELIGIOUS AND HEBREW SCHOOL CLASSES
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SUNDAY ADULT ED CLASSES
WILL REMAIN AT
THE STANWICH ROAD LOCATION
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Calendar
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Wednesday, March 27
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, March 29
6:30 pm - K-1-2 Shabbat Service
Sunday, March 31
NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
NO ADULT ED
Monday, April 1
7:00 pm - Knit & Knosh
Tuesday, April 2
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, April 3
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, April 5
6:30 pm - Family Shabbat Service/Pot Luck Dinner (home of Rabbi & Susan Sklarz)
B'nai Shir
April birthdays blessings
Saturday, April 6
5:30 pm - Inspirica/St. Lukes
Sunday, April 7
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
3:00 pm - Community Yom Hashoah Service at Temple Sholom
Tuesday, April 9
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, April 10
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
7:30 pm - Board meeting
Friday, April 12
6:30 pm - Yom Hashoah Shabbat Service
Sunday, April 14
NO ADULT ED
NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Tuesday, April 16
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, April 17
NO HEBREW SCHOOL
Friday, April 19
6:30 pm - Choir/Yom Haatzmaut Shabbat Service at First Congregational Church
April anniversary blessings
Sunday, April 21
NO ADULT ED
NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Community Israel Celebration
Tuesday, April 23
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, April 24
4:15 pm - Hebrew School
Friday, April 26
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service at Round Hill Community Church
Saturday, April 27
10:00 am - Alex Sklarz Bar Mitzvah (RHCC)
Sunday, April 28
9:30 am - Hebrew 102
9:30 am - Holiday Happenings
9:30 am - Religious School
10:30 am - Adult Ed with Rabbi Rothman
Tuesday, April 30
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
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Torah Portion
March 30, 2013
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Pesah
Traditionally one studies the Song of Songs. There is discussion of the apparent allegory about the love affair between God and the Jewish people during the sacred Holiday of Passover, and why Rabbi Akivah referred to the text as the Holy of Holies.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Cynthia Crispino
Henry Morgenbesser
Bill Grad
Aaron Ford
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Tree of Life
(Etz Chaim)
| Celebrate the birth of a child, the bar or bat mitzvah of a loved one, the wedding or anniversary of a cherished friend or family member, a graduation or a retirement through a permanent dedication on the GRS Tree of Life! Click here for more information and to place an order.
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Caring Community News
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Committee members provide assistance to temple members in times of need and to celebrate with them in times of joy. If you know of an ill or hospitalized member, please contact the office at (203) 629-0018.
You can help us to help each other. We encourage the participation of volunteers to keep in touch with our members through telephone calls, visits, by sending cards, etc...If you would like to be a part of this committee, please contact Denise Cooper at denise@grs.org.
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GRS Staff
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Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
rabbisklarz@grs.org
Cantor Sabrina Lipton
sabrinalipton@grs.org
Stephanie Glaser
Executive Director
stephanieglaser@grs.org
Lisa Gittelman Udi
Director of Education
lisargudi@grs.org
Clarita Agulay
Bookkeeper
clarita@grs.org
Denise Cooper
Administrative Assistant
denise@grs.org
Laura Seltzer
Administrative Assistant
laura@grs.org
Allie Zur
Youth Advisor
orlie414@aol.com
Corinne Morrell
Relocation Assistant
relocation@grs.org
Peter Babivskiy
Caretaker
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Shabbat Service
Friday, March 29, 2013
First Congregational Church, Old Greenwich
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Please join us as our Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students help lead our Shabbat service, followed by an Oneg Shabbat generously sponsored by the Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade parents.
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Rabbi Sklarz Hosts Passover Seders
From the Greenwich Patch
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Let all who are hungry...for food, for friendship, for spiritual connection, sit at our table!
"We are gathered here tonight to join as one congregational family, recalling the exodus of our people from Egypt and their quest to be a free people," said Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MSW, spiritual leader of Greenwich Reform Synagogue. In a rather unconventional venue for a communal seder, Rabbi Sklarz and his wife Susan welcomed more than 30 congregants and guests, from ages 2 weeks to 91 years of age, into their home this past Monday night for the first night of Passover. The Rabbi also held a seder for some 20 additional congregants and guests at his home on the second night of the holiday.
Taking elements from both traditional and modern sources, Rabbi Sklarz compiled a most contemporary Haggadah (a narration of the exodus along with readings and ceremonial traditions) which focuses upon the commandment to compassionately reach out to all of God's children in order to bring Shalom - wholeness, into the world. "Nobody should ever be alone on Passover - or ever feel isolated or alienated from others, and we are always honored to open our home," said Rabbi Sklarz.
Rabbi Sklarz also hosted a Seder for the upper grades of the Stanwich School on Tuesday. "The themes of Passover are indeed universal. They call upon us to create a fellowship with all people and to work together for healing in every realm of human existence. May we all come to understand what it truly means to share and be free."
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Knit & Knosh
Monday, April 1, 7-9 pm
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 Would you like to knit, crochet or sew over good food and drinks, and in good company?
Then, the GRS Sisterhood invites you to come and join us. We welcome knitters of any age, gender or ability! We would love to see more new faces!
Everyone is welcome, even those who just want to nosh!
At the home of Marianne Tierney
8 Pintail Lane
Greenwich, CT 06830
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Family Service & Pot Luck Dinner
Friday, April 5, 6:30 pm
At the home of Rabbi & Susan Sklarz
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 As the first Shabbat of the month approaches, we would like to invite you to a Family Shabbat Service, followed by a pot-luck dinner. The main course will be provided by the Congregational Life Task Force. CLICK HERE to let us know if you would like to stay for dinner, and bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.
April birthdays will be given a special blessing, and B'nai Shir will be singing!
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GRS Young Families Initiative
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 GRS is pleased to announce a new initiative beginning on July 1, aimed at young families, offering special pricing and more affordable membership and school tuition for families with young children.
Any new (non member) family with at least one adult under age 40 (excluding adult children), or at least one child in the third grade or under, are eligible to participate in this program.
If you know of anyone who has been thinking about starting their children in religious school, this is a great time for them to get in touch.
For details please contact Stephanie Glaser, our Executive Director, at stephanieglaser@grs.org.
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Thank you for your generosity...
General Fund
- Sandy & Steve Soule in honor of Lisa & Marc Abrams new baby
A contribution to GRS is a wonderful way to celebrate joyous events and commemorate meaningful occasions. If you would like to make a contribution, please send your check to GRS, 1037 E. Putnam Ave., Riverside, CT 096878 or pay online. For details on the giving opportunities available, please call the GRS office.
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Sabrina & Friends Concert
Saturday, May 11, 2013
8:00 pm
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Back by popular demand, Cantor Sabrina and Friends will perform on Saturday, May 11 at the home of Marc & Maggie Wein. Details to come soon!
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Give A Ride, Need A Ride
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 Are you in need of a ride to services? Or, would you be willing to give someone a ride to services?
If your answer to one of these questions is 'YES', please contact Denise Cooper at 203-629-0018 or denise@grs.org. |
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Around the Community
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Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is offering the following programs, support groups and volunteer opportunities (For more information or to register for any of the following, please visit www.jfsgreenwich.org or call 203-622-1881): JFS Support Groups: ($20 per session: Sliding Scale fees apply).
PARENTS OF LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSSEXUAL OR QUESTIONING (LGBTQ) CHILDREN: This group is for parents who are dealing with any stage of their family member's coming out process. Together, in a safe and confidential environment, we will explore the tumultuous process of accepting, understanding, and celebrating your children and their LGBTQ identities.
Eight Wednesdays, beginning March 5th, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
JFS, One Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich, Facilitated by Lisa-Loraine Smith, LCSW, Executive Director of JFS
$160 for the Group (Sliding scale fees will apply if necessary
Children of Divorce Group ( 11 - 14 year olds)
This 8-week support group is for young people in grades 6 - 8 whose lives have been impacted by divorce. These groups use age appropriate discussion, role-plays, games, and art to help teens cope with feelings of loss, anger, and sadness. Here at JFS, we encourage group members to discuss their feelings, normalize divorce as a common occurrence, and help children better understand the process of divorce. Regardless of whether the child has reacted strongly or mildly from the changes in the family, they can benefit from this experience.
Facilitated by Jan Mittleman, LCSW. Wednesdays, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
ROSH HODESH: IT'S A GIRL THING! For 7th grade girls Mondays 7:00pm - 8:30pm Nisan: April 29th Iyar: May 20th Sivan: June 17th New and Ongoing Support Groups and Counseling: - Divorce Support Group
- Bereavement Support Group
- Parents of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual or Questioning (LGBTQ) Children
- Restarting Your Life
- Empty Nesters
- Counseling
 Westchester Jewish Film Festival April 3-25
We're thrilled to introduce the 2013 edition of the Westchester Jewish Film Festival, with 35 programs that celebrate the diversity of the Jewish experience.
As we immersed ourselves in selecting this crop of first-rate documentaries and dramas, a theme arose: the Jewish influence on art, music, and the performing arts. So along with 14 lively discussions, this year we present six live performances- including singers, dancers, and the comedian David Steinberg, with his new stand-up show.
Many of these events sell out quickly, so get your tickets soon and don't get sold out!
Special Event Just Added! Author Eric Goldman joins us for a special evening of film clips and discussion of his book The American Jewish Story Through Cinema, Mon. April 22 at 7:30 pm.
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