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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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Thursday, July 4
Independence Day
GRS Office Closed
Friday, July 5
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
GRS Office
Sunday, July 7
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture - GRS Office
Friday, July 12
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
GRS Office
Sunday, July 14
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture - GRS Office
Friday, July 19
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
GRS Office
Sunday, July 21
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture - GRS Office
Friday, July 26
6:30 pm - Shabbat Service
GRS Office
Sunday, July 28
9:30 am - Adult Ed Summer Lecture - GRS Office
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Torah Portion
July 6, 2013
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Matot-Masei
(Numbers 30:2-36:13)
Matot reports the laws, given to the Israelites, for making vows. It also contains a description of the Israelites' war against the Midianites, including the distribution of the booty. The portion concludes with Moses resolving a request by the Gadites and Reubenites for the lands of Jazer and Gilead. Masei recounts forty years of Mas'ey, or "journeys," by the Israelites from Egypt to the land of Israel. Moses provides instructions for conquering the land, defining its borders, and dividing it among the tribes. He also defines provisions for setting up six cities of refuge where those accused of manslaughter may go for safety and a fair trial. The book of Numbers concludes with a counterprotest regarding the daughters of Zelophehad and a further clarification of the Torah's laws of inheritance.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Ella Schaftel
Alexander Liebers
David Baumgarten
Isabelle Robinson
Eric Beiley
Bennett Cooper
Juliana Edelston
Andrew Liebers
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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 Laura Seltzer at laura@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
Eliana Hall
Director of Education
eliana@grs.org
Clarita Agulay
Bookkeeper
clarita@grs.org
Laura Seltzer
Administrative Assistant
laura@grs.org
Peter Babivskiy
Caretaker
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Shabbat Service
Friday, July 5, 2013, 6:30 pm
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Due to unforeseen circumstances, Shabbat services will not be held at the GRS Sanctuary as originally scheduled.
We invite you to enjoy a holiday Shabbat at your homes with family and friends.
Please check the website next week for details on the July 12th Shabbat service location.
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
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FOCUS on the NEW GRS SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM
The Jewish Camp Model: An Exciting Approach to Jewish Education
The "camp-like" approach to Jewish education, students are actively involved in the learning process and create a community of close relationships. Our new Sunday school program has been designed to offer an environment that engages the student through meaningful and enjoyable project based learning with peers, faculty (including the madrichim or teen aides, and our Israeli emissaries) and clergy - "a community of friends." On-going weekly activities that involve the entire school (or are specifically geared for lower grades, K-3 or upper grades, 4-7).
As Judaism is a living tradition, students will experience our curriculum of Jewish Ethics through an exploration of
Mitzvot (commandments) and Middot (values). These concepts will be approached through various lenses including Torah, history, prayer, and ritual, and students will be able to express their learning through various modalities. The project-based activities will enable students to select an area of interest and demonstrate what they have learned.
Beginning with an optional breakfast at 9:00 am, our day will formally begin at 9:30 with a full school Havdalah service and an introduction to the values oriented theme of the day. Students (in grade clusters of K-1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-7) will meet with their "homeroom" teacher, enjoy project-based learning activities with combined classes (assisted by the madrichim), as well as group time with the Israeli emissaries, music, and Tefilah (prayer). The morning will culminate with a full school closing assembly.
Periodic "after school specials" will be planned for various grade levels, including high school students.
Interim Educational Director, Eliana Hall and I are looking forward to bringing Jewish camp spirit to GRS!
L'Shalom,
Rabbi Andy
Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, 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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Religious School Registration
Is Now Open
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| By now, those GRS congregants with school-aged children should have received religious school registration materials in the mail. For your convenience, you may also download these forms right here. If you have any questions/concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Eliana Hall, Director of Education, at eliana@grs.org.
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Social Action
Inspirica (formerly St. Luke's)
Saturday, July 6
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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, July 6:
2 main courses, rice, salad vegetables. bread, beverages, dessert, and fresh fruit (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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Shabbat Service
Friday, July 12, 2013, 6:30 pm
GRS Office Sanctuary - 1037 E. Putnam Ave., 2nd Floor, Riverside
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Please join us for a Shabbat Service followed by an Oneg Shabbat at the GRS Office Sanctuary.
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Summer Splash
Sunday, August 4, 4:00 PM
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Click here to RSVP on-line, or send a check (no later than 7/28), made payable to Greenwich Reform Synagogue, 1037 E. Putnam Ave., Riverside, CT 06878
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Brotherhood Summer Outing
Sunday, August 11
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Save the Date - Sunday, August 11, 2013
GRS Brotherhood Summer Outing
See the Bridgeport Bluefish
At beautiful Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
1:05 PM
Join your fellow Greenwich Reform Synagogue congregants at Harbor Yard, in Bridgeport to watch the Bridgeport Bluefish play the
Camden River Sharks. As in the past, we have reserved seats in the Harbor Club, which provides excellent outdoor seating (right behind home plate ) as well as an air-conditioned club facility for those who want to schmooze.
But wait ... There's more!!!!
In addition to the baseball game, it will be
Jewish Heritage Day at Harbor Yard. The Bluefish are planning several exciting cultural events to commemorate our Jewish Heritage.
Tickets are $25 (food and beverages not included).
Make your reservations as soon as you can, as we have a limited number of tickets reserved.
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Our Temple Family
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|  GRS offers its condolences to Richard Adler and his family on the passing of his mother, Adele F. Goldstein, on June 26, 2013.
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Looking for Hosts for Friday Night Services
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How would you like to host a Friday night Shabbat Service this summer for 15-20 people? GRS would supply everything, you need only supply the walls!
If you have a date that would work for you, please contact Stephanie at stephanieglaser@grs.org to discuss.
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Adult Ed Summer Lecture Series
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GRS Adult Education will continue to meet during the summer. We will be showing DVD Lectures on the Book of Genesis. The lectures will be followed each week by a brief discussion. CLICK HERE for the tentative schedule.
The Lectures should be "Stand-Alone" so come to as many or as few as you can.
If, possible, come to class with a copy of Genesis, it will be interesting if we have several different Translations and can compare during the discussion. However, even if you don't have a copy, please come!!!
We will be meeting at the GRS office 1037 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878 at 9:30 AM.
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Thank you for your generosity...Rabbi's Discretionary Fund - JoAnn Messina
- Janice Romley
- Robin Edelston
- Fran Koenig
- Helen Stark
- Dipti Joshi
- Bernardete Settelmeyer
- Sabrina Lipton
- Sandi Klein - donation of home and food for the recent Color Workshop.
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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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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The Support Group Center of Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is offering the following support groups this summer. For more information or to register for any of the following, please visit www.jfsgreenwich.org or call Lisa Smith, LCSW, Executive Director, at 203-622-1881.
Ongoing Support Groups and Counseling:
- Divorce Support Group
- Bereavement Support Group
- Stepmother Support Group
- Caregiver Support Group
- Empty Nesters
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