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Online Payments
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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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Friday, May 24
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service at GRS office
May anniversaries
Monday, May 27
MEMORIAL DAY
GRS OFFICES CLOSED
Tuesday, May 28
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, May 29
5:30 pm - Board Meeting with Measuring Success
Friday, May 31
6:30 pm - Choir Shabbat Service at RHCC
House Band
Saturday, June 1
10:00 am - Sophia Savitz Bat Mitzvah - RHCC
Tuesday, June 4
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, June 5
7:30 pm - Board Meeting
Friday, June 7
6:30 pm - Family Shabbat Service/Dinner - home of Rabbi Sklarz
Friday, June 14
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
1037 E. Putnam Ave. 2nd Floor
Tuesday, June 18
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Friday, June 21
6:30 pm - Choir Shabbat Service
1037 E. Putnam Ave. 2nd Floor
Tuesday, June 25
7:00 pm - Choir rehearsal
Wednesday, June 26
7:30 pm - Annual Meeting
Friday, June 28
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
1037 E. Putnam Ave. 2nd Floor
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Torah Portion
May 25, 2013
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Beha'alotecha
(Numbers 8:1-12:16)
God delivers the laws to the people about the menorah, the sanctification of the Levites, the second Passover, and the making of shofarot (the trumpets). Also, three rebellions against Moses occur: first, the people demand meat in addition to manna, second, Eldad and Medad arise as possible prophets, and finally Miriam and Aaron rebel against Moses' power and ethical behavior.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Eliot Riskin
Tylor Brody
Jared Goldstein
Judy Rayner
Susan Rietti
Kara Greenberg
Nicole Bartholomew
Margaret Weisbrod
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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, May 24, 2013, 6:30 PM
1037 E. Putnam Ave., 2nd Floor
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Please join Rabbi Sklarz and Cantor Lipton for a Shabbat Service. The service will be followed by an Oneg Shabbat.
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
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What A Spectacular Confirmation Service
Dear Friends,
How proud I am of our Confirmands - Joshua Ford, Noah Freeman and Matthew Kramer. Last Shabbat, as we celebrated the Festival of
Shavuot, our Confirmands led the liturgy in prayer and song, and delivered extremely meaningful pieces reflecting their personal sense of Jewish identity and their understanding of an ethical maxim of a great rabbinic sage of the Talmud. So much heart and soul was put into every detail of the service by our Confirmands, and the evening was enhanced with their musical talents of voice, guitar, ukulele and even shofar. How moved all in attendance were by the Confirmands' passion and commitment to Jewish life, and how touched we all were by the sense of family created.
As a rabbi, Confirmation is always a bittersweet experience for me. Sad, on the one hand, to know that our formal time of study together has come to an end, yet joyous to see the potential that lies ahead for each one of our Confirmands! Watch out - these three will indeed make their marks upon our world, both in the Jewish and secular spheres!
With great pride in the fruits of GRS,
Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, MA, MSW, RJE
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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 more information or to register, CLICK HERE.
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Social Action
Inspirica (formerly St. Luke's)
Saturday, June 1
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 Volunteering is a great way for those teens who are looking for Mitzvah projects or community service. Also, it's a great family-friendly activity for all ages.
The following is still needed for Saturday, June 1:
1 main course, vegetables, rice, salad, bread, fruit, dessert, and beverages (all to serve 15). Also needed are people to help serve.
If you would like to donate food, or if you would like to help in any way, please contact Joy Davis at jomarda@optonline.net.
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Friday, June 7, 2013, 6:30 pm
Family Shabbat Service and Dinner
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 dinner.
The main course will be provided by the Congregational Life Task Force.
CLICK HERE if you would like to attend and bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.
*June birthdays will be given a special birthday blessing and B'nai Shir will be singing.
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Thank you for your generosity...Music FundRabbi's Discretionary Fund- Cara & David Kramer in honor of Matthew becoming a Confirmand
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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Tour de Shuls
Sunday, June 23, 2013
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The fourth annual Tour de Shuls CT will be held on Sunday, June23rd. More than simply a bike ride, Tour de Shuls is a community event to support the Camp Ramah Tikvah program and Camp Eisner and Crane Lake Chazak program. The Tikvah (Hope) and Chazak (Strength) programs serve Jewish children with developmental disabilities and other physical challenges. Participating in the Tour enables Tikvah and Chazak campers to experience the joys and
camaraderie of Jewish summer camp -- swimming, soccer, arts&crafts,
singing around the campfire, celebrating Shabbat--by providing schlarships to defray the costs of attending camp.
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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 Laura Seltzer at 203-629-0018 or laura@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).
CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER
A 6-week support group for those who care for someone with a chronic illness. Facilitated by Mary Karlan, LMSW, Director of Older Adult Services, JFS Greenwich
6 Thursdays, 10-11 am, beginning June 20 at JFS. Please call Mary Karlan at 203-622-1881 for more information and to register. Spaces are limited. $120 for the group.
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
A NEW GROUP IS STARTING IN JUNE
"Surviving and Succeeding as a Stepmother"
Being a stepmother is a unique role in family life.
The challenge goes beyond the normal stressors and issues that parents typically face. Adjustment takes a lot of time, and loving and caring for one another develops slowly. Whether you are the stepmother of a toddler, a teen, or an adult child, this group can help!
Please join our confidential, 8-week support group, where you can feel free to talk about your personal challenges in being a stepmother. We will try to give you the gifts of understanding, validation and appreciation that the stepmother rarely receives. Facilitated by Linda Schlapfer, LMFT
WHEN: Eight Wednesday Mornings - beginning June 12
TIME: 12:15pm - 1:15pm
WHERE: Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane
$160 for the group: sliding scale fees available
Call JFS at 203-622-1881 to register or for more information
ROSH HODESH: IT'S A GIRL THING! For 7th grade girls Monday, June 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm 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
JCC Greenwich Presents: On the Chocolate Trail With Rabbi Deborah Prinz Sunday, June 9, 1 - 5:30 pm, $40 One Holly Hill Lane parking lot (luxury coach bus service) Follow the chocolate trail to Brooklyn, home of kosher/organic Cacao Prieto Distillery and Chocolate Factory. En route, savor the remarkable story of Jews and chocolate as told by Rabbi Prinz, author of On the Chocolate Trail: A Delicious Adventure Connecting Jews, Religions, History, Travel, Rituals and Recipes to the Magic of Cacao. At the factory, take a guided tour, sample chocolaty treats and stock up at the Cacao Prieto store. Space is limited; registration required. Register at jccgreenwich.org or 203-552-1818.
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