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Torah Portion
December 7, 2013

 Vayigash

 (Genesis 44:18-47:27)

The grand reunion of the brothers takes place. Joseph finally reveals his true identity to his brothers, then sends for Jacob, his father, who is currently in Canaan. Jacob and his entire household descend into Egypt to escape the famine. The portion concludes with the reunion of Joseph and his father as they settle in the Egyptian region of Goshen.

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

Renewing Our Vows

Dear Friends,

I begin with words of gratitude to you, my congregational family,

for so graciously inviting me to continue serving as your rabbi.

The relationship between rabbi and congregation is often described as a "sacred partnership," and I am blessed to reaffirm the bonds we first established more than five years ago. Of course, this is a most exciting time to renew our vows. With the creation of a new temple structure, now a reality before us, we will have the opportunity to see our many dreams for GRS truly come to fruition. 

Relationships are, of course, a two-way street.  While I hold a vision for our temple, including the many programs we will offer, most sacred to me is the relationship I share with each and every member. Over the past five years, I have had the privilege of being invited into so many of your lives, as we have shared both moments of joy and challenge together.  Still, there are others, whom I have not had the opportunity to walk with.  As we journey together as a congregational family, let me express once again, that most dear to me are the partnerships I experience with my congregants. Your voices, your thoughts and feelings are so important to me. Please know, I am truly here for each and every one of you.

With deep appreciation,

Rabbi Andy

Dear Congregants:

I will be participating in the "We Bring Light" service at 7:00 pm on December 14th at The Church of Christ the Healer, 20 Brookdale Road (corner of High Ridge Road) Stamford.

This is an interfaith service being done to remember the victims of Sandy Hook Elementary School, one year after the tragic event.

I encourage all to attend and show that we at GRS have not forgotten the traumatic shooting that took the lives of so many innocent people. You can CLICK HERE for more information on this meaningful event.

I hope this final night of Chanukah is filled with joy for you and your families.

Most sincerely,

Cantor Sabrina

Holiday Happenings is a monthly drop-off program for 3 and 4 year-olds on Sunday mornings from 9:30-11:30 am.

Children are immersed in a high energy learning environment, rich with the spirit of Judaism and community. Together, they will learn about their Jewish selves through song, dance, art, stories, fun, and friends!

Upcoming Dates:

December 15 - Jewish Blessings

January 12 - Tu b'Shvat (New Year of the Trees)

March 16- Purim

April 6 - Passover

May 4 - Israel Celebration

Participants need not be members of Greenwich Reform Synagogue to enroll:

Members-Free     Non-members-$150

For more information or to enroll, please contact Eliana Hall at eliana@grs.org.