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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, 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 13, 2013
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Devarim
(Numbers 1-3:22)
Moses addresses Israel, reviewing the journey from Sinai to the Promised Land. He recounts their battles and tells of their specific land disbursements once they enter the Land. In addition, Moses reminds the people that it is Joshua who will lead them into the Promised Land.
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Happy Birthday to...
| Jeffrey Aser
Malaine Miller
Jessica Polidoro
Rebecca Buehler
Peter Franck
Sarah Reid
Jerry Rosenband
Mia Schaftel
Hannah Wolff |
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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Friday, July 12th, 2013, 6:30pm
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Once again, we invite you to enjoy a beautiful Shabbat at your homes with family and friends.
Rabbi Andy is suffering from an infection in his foot and won't be able to lead services on Friday. He's getting the best of care and is expected to make a full recovery.
Please check the website next week for details on the July 19th Shabbat service location.
Click on the links below for the Shabbat blessings.
Lighting the Shabbat Candles
Blessing the Wine
The Kiddush (Blessing of the Wine cont'd)
Blessing the Challah
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A Message from Rabbi Sklarz
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A View From the Other Side
Dear Friends,
While so much of my life as a rabbi involves pastoral work, and I spend untold hours by the bedsides of those who are ill, or those who are contending with pain, I am convinced that God provides opportunities for each of us to experience life from various perspectives. For this reason I believe that last week it was deemed that I spend the days leading up to the 4th of July, a relatively quieter time in temple life, in the hospital.
It has been some years since I spent so many days in a hospital bed dealing with uncertainties, and as always, it has provided a time of reflection and learning.
While I am not a stranger to hospitals, my time in the ER, and various wards is always the great equalizer to me. As John Gunther once wrote the words, "Death Be Not Proud," we well know, physical, emotional, or spiritual challenge is not relegated to a specific group. My time in the hospital, whether in my capacity as a rabbi or patient, is a constant reminder that all humanity is one family and that it is our responsibility to care for others. While witnessing the difficulties of others beckons us to reach out, let us be equally cognizant of how far reaching a smile, a caring word, or an expression of compassion always is.
Thanks to the miracles of God, modern medicine, skilled professionals, and the love I have received from so many, I am healing and look forward to seeing all of you soon. May we all know health of body, mind and spirit, and ever be ready to reach out to our fellow human beings - all children of the one and Eternal God.
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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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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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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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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