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Your weekly update from TAO - April 25, 2013



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Spa Day ... A Win/Win Proposition!

You win, because your stress will melt away... whatever package you choose. That's why we call this a Day of Ahhhh. Your muscles relax, your mind quiets, and you slip into a state of serenity and sweetness. Whatever package you choose, you can end your day with singing and chanting with Rabbi Marc followed by the rush total relaxation brings as you enjoy Wine & Cheese before your departure.

TAO wins, because almost 100% of of your admission, raffle tickets and auction purchases goes toward supporting the work of Rabbi Marc and TAO. Reserve now.

Spa Day's Greatest Deal
- the $36 Double Delight (due to upgrades, it's really a septuple [7x] delight). For just $36, you get 1-Yoga & 2-Meditation, 3-Singing & 4-Chanting (led by Rabbi Marc) and 5-Wine & 6-Cheese. Admission (3:00 - 6:00ish pm) includes a departing gift: a 7-Goody Bag filled with full and travel size organic and natural products (with infinite thanks to Irene Yovu).

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Sunday, May 5 is Spa Day

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Spa Day is for:
Men & Women, Sons & Daughters, Singles & Couples
Husbands & Wives, Boyfriends & Girlfriends, Soul Sisters and Brothers from Another Mother

This event is enjoyed by EVERYONE... Even people who don't think a "Spa Day" is their thing. You'll talk about this day for a long, long time. It's that good!! Read what others say.

Many thanks to our Major Sponsors:
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New this Week

Packages start at only $36
All attendees receive Goody Bag filled with organic, natural and healthy products.

At any price, you WILL enjoy this Day of Ahhhh.

Double Delight -> Only $36: Join us after 3:00 pm and enjoy.
  • 3:00-5:00 - Relax & Schmooze
  • 5:00-6:00 - Rabbi Marc's Meditation & Yoga
  • 6:00 - Singing & Chanting
  • 6:00 - Wine & Cheese
Lunch & Lounge -> $54: Join us after 10:00 am,spend the day relaxing, schmoozing and eating delicious foods. Later in the day, join Rabbi Marc's Double Delight and then the Singing & Chanting and Wine & Cheese. You'll and leave feeling connected.

Day of Joy -> $72: Do everything above! Lunch & Lounge PLUS Double Delight.

Day of Relaxation -> $84: This is a full Day of Ahhh with activities (or do nothing) from 9:45 am until you leave after 6:00 pm.
  • Lunch & Lounge
  • Double Delight
  • All Classes (Stress Melter, Ayurveda Lecture, Aqua Yoga, Zumba)
  • Singing & Chanting
  • Wine & Cheese
Service Packages $136, $186, $236: All activities PLUS 1, 2 or 3 Services (choose from: Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Foot Detox, Facial, Mani/Pedi, CranioSacral, MakeUp MakeOver and Triple Mask (Facial, Hair and Body Masks/Scrubs).

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Clarification 1:
Spa Day is in Davie at Dottie & Robert Zveibil's lovely home. Everyone who registers will receive the address and directions. It is near the Rabbi's home, off 595 and Flamingo (Exit 1).

Clarification 2:
Reiki and CranioSacral treatments are clothes on.

All "massages" are clothes on or clothes off (your choice).

If you have questions, call Jenae (954) 290-9896. We want to make sure you are 100% comfortable, and if you have a question, you probably don't know it is already set up so you will be. If not, find out how accommodating we are! This is designed to be YOUR day. Come and find out why you'll register early every year henceforth!

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MORE Auction Items listed.
You can bid even if you can't attend!
 
Check out the thousands of dollars worth of items donated.  Contact Jenae if you have questions, can't come and want to bid on or donate an item. 

NOTE: "Left Bid" for on Auction web page if you want to bid on an item and can't come!

Spa Day is almost as luxurious as a 5-star spa. Give this day of pampering to give to someone you love, and create memories that last for years.

Give (or receive) the Gift of Ahhhh
  • Celebrate Mother's or Father's Day
  • Celebrate your Birthday or Anniversary
  • Celebrate "I Love Me Day" -- You deserve it
Services
Massage (clothes-on and clothes-off treatments), Reiki and Cranio-Sacral (clothes-on treatments), Facials, Foot Reflexology, Foot Detox, Manicure/Pedicure, Triple Mask (Facial, Body, Hair)

Consultations
Makeup Makeover, Ayurveda, Spiritual Reading

Classes/Lectures (Subject to change)
  9:45 - Stress Melter
11:00 - Ayurveda Lecture
12:00 - AquaYoga
  3:00 - Zumba
  5:00 - Double Delight: Yoga & Meditation w/Rabbi Marc
  6:00 - Singing/Chanting w/Rabbi Marc
  6:00 - Wine & Cheese

Special Surprise for Birthday and Anniversary Celebrations!
Well, if we said more, it wouldn't be a surprise, would it?

Gift Spa Day to a Birthday Girl or Boy!
If it's your birthday (or your spouse's, child's or friend's), THIS is a PERFECT way to celebrate. If eight friends chip in for one friend's birthday present, that's only $17 per friend... what a gift - a day of relaxation with classes, lunch and one service of their choice! You collect the money, and then we'll notify your friend about the gift...or you let them know. Either way, they're sure to be THRILLED!

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Packages
  • All Admissions include Wine & Cheese Chill
  • All Attendees receive a Goody Bag
  • All Admissions include Singing with Rabbi Marc
$ 236Day of Zen:
3 Services * All Classes/Lecture
Spa Lunch * PLUS Cut & Dry at KarmaSeven (after Spa Day) Value $55+
$ 186Day of Calm:
2 Services * All Classes/Lecture * Spa Lunch
$ 136Day of Peace:
1 Service * All Classes/Lecture * Spa Lunch
$   86Day of Relaxation:
All Classes/Lecture * Spa Lunch
$   72Spa Lunch & Lounge + Double Delight:
(Admission after 10:30 am)
$   54Spa Lunch & Lounge:
(Admission after 10:30 am)
$   36Double Delight:
Yoga & Meditation w/Rabbi Marc
(Admission after 3:00 pm)

Registration is Required!!!
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Goody Bags Worth Admission
Once again, thanks to Irene Yovu's unending willingness to support and her fantabulous connections, look at what awaits EVERY Spa Day attendee...a Whole Foods grocery bag/Goody Bag filled to the brim with...
  • Kiss My Face Coconut Moisturizer
  • Kiss My Face Whitening Toothpaste
  • Kiss My Face Pomegranate/Acai Moisturizer
  • Mediterranean Lentil Chips
  • Wholesome Foods Organic Amber Honey
  • Thayers Lavendar Witch Hazel
  • Prince of Peace Ginger Honey Crystal Candy
  • Prince of Peace Teas
  • Oolong tea
  • Adam & Eve Lip Balm
  • Axia Heartburn relief
  • Dr. McDoubuls Organic French Lentil Soup
  • A. Vogel Organic Herbs: Herbamare
  • A. Vogel Organic Herbs: Trocomare
  • Penta Water
  • Balance bars
  • MORE TO COME!!

EVERYONE who attends receives a Goody Bag.

  

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New This Year >> Cash for Gold!
Cash For Gold
Look through your jewelry box for unwanted gold: tangled chains, old class rings, broken jewelry, orphaned earrings - anything of gold you no longer want or wear. Bring it to TAO Spa Day. It will be evaluated by a professional GoldFellow� gold buyer. Lots of TAO members have used this Service. On top of your getting very competitive prices, TAO receives a donation.
 
Questions or Donations

newsletterOur Newsletter  
We hope you like the new format.  We're working to make it easier to find all the great information!  
 
Kindly direct ALL INQUIRIES to the office.
954-888-1408 

Our Website... has been updated.
  Feel free to log on for current TAO news and articles.

LIKE us on Facebook.  Help spread the word and work of TAO! 
PrayerRequestshealingprayers
The following people may need help remembering they are whole and healthy. Please, when you are with them and when you think about them... see them as whole and perfect.

Shana Heppner, Ron Himelblau, Alan Lipsky (Brother of Sheryl Lipsky), Diane Zeller, Paul Avenati (friend of Sheryl Lipsky Reback),Dennis Barry, Gertrude Birchwood (Myrna Wolf's mother-in-law), Leslie Brinkman,  Chava Lila bat Masha Aviva, Yehudah Cantor, Brianna Dalnas, Evan Jacob Demarb (son of Haddassah Nafdallah - friend of Anne Goldberg), Robbin Garrison DiCiacco, Ralph Dozer, Rick English (Carole McConnell's son-in-law), Murray Evans, Rita Feuerman (Rhonda Hey's mother), Brian Fusco, Kate GeMeiner, Gila bat Sora, Eliezer Ben Chava Glaser,Grace Gleissner, Barbara Gotsopoulos, Jared Gordon (Jenae Rubin's cousin), George & Sylvia Greene (Renee Greene's parents), Jerry Grove, Myrna Greissman, Leon Heller, Kamruz Hosein, Andy Iannaco, Esther Jungreis, Paul Kay, Phyllis King, Pamela Klein, Ava Kugelman, Andy Leeds, Judy & Louis Levy (Sue Reisman's parents), Jacob Marvin, Billy Mauer (Velvul ben Leah), Meira bas Shandel Chana (Shana Heppner's daughter), Audrey Nevins (Ann Kurtzman's sister), Susan Quasha (sister-in-law of Phyllis Tess), Rachel bat Nechama (Rick Vogel's sister), Saul Reiter, Wayne Rogers, Sara Rosenbaum, Joy Rosenbloom, Joan Rosenwasser, Jean Sokol Rosner, Jake Rutsky, Jackie Sabatucci, Royce Sagenkahn (Jenae Rubin's friend), Lynn Schlitt, Rebecca Schwartz (Rivka Maiden's cousin), Marla Silverman, Shauel Randell, Marvin Sheplow, Simcha ben Sarah-Iris, Frayda Sinnreich, Debi Sweeney (Alan Kurtzman's daughter), Toba Basha bas Chana, Shirley Ullman, Caren Vivado, Shaul ben Ida & Chana Rifka bat Hinda (Hindy Stegman's parents)

Please contact the office with requests for additions to this list. We respect your desire for privacy and only list with permission. Also, please notify the office to remove names from this list.
mitzvah
Do a Mitzvah...

"Professional" Clothing needed...

Jacci King is putting together a "closet" for her adult students that need interview clothing.  Please donate your old suits, shirts, ties, handbags, accessories, shoes and help these worthy students to get great jobs. To donate contact Jacci by clicking here. 

 

Donate Children's Clothes & School Supplies.

Sue Reisman teaches in an extremely impoverished area.  The kids (through 8th grade)  need everything.  It's a great reason to clean your closets and offices. Pens, pencils, paper, glue sticks and on. All sizes of clothing accepted!  Let her know you'll help.

 

Click here to send Sue an email

TAO's Adopted Family
An important part of living a Jewish life is to offer tzedaka and chesed - charity and loving kindness.  With this in mind, TAO has adopted a family through the Touch A Heart Foundation.
 
How can you help? You can make a call and say hello, or maybe stop by for a visit.  If possible, you could bring some groceries or cleaning supplies; maybe think of them when you see the 'Buy One Get One' deals at the local market. There is no gesture too small or too large for this needy family.

If you are interested in helping this family in any way, please call Renee at 954-888-1408 or by email at [email protected]
     
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Give Tzedaka 
givingback 
TAO Gives Back  

We are proud to contribute our efforts, time and dollars to help the community.

 

TAO increased our level of support to Kolot - JFS organization to end Domestic Abuse in the Jewish Community.  

 

TAO supported Touch A Heart Foundation by adopting a family  - a grandmother and two grandsons for next year. 

  

  Heart to Heart
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Heart to Heart

 

 
Click Here to Place Your Heart to Heart Message and reach over 1000. From your heart to ours.   

 

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TAO Classifieds
 
Looking for Work

 

Wayne for a Day!

Wayne Rogers is available for a variety of services that include:

  • Everglades Tours
  • Five-Course Thai meal
  • Spanish conversation... and more...

Call Wayne at 954-564-5954 or 954-383-7189 

and see how he can help you. 

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Experienced office assistant seeking immediate part-time work. Great with filing, telephones and general office responsibilities.  Trustworthy and reliable.  Contact Angela at 954-534-6740    

 

Legacy Video Creations

Leave a lasting legacy for your children, grandchildren and generations to come with a

Legacy Video Creation by Anne Goldberg. Give the gift of you - your history, your story, your music, your thoughts and what you want future generations to know and hold dear.

Visit my Facebook page for more info.    

or Call Anne at 954-536-8008 

 

TAO MEMBERS GET 10% OFF INTRODUCTORY PRICES.   

 

Place Your Ad Here

TAO members looking for employers and employees are welcome to place an announcement in this newsletter at no charge. Employers wishing to give Tzedakah are invited to do so. Email your announcement to [email protected] 

 

 

Job Opportunities
Members post job opportunities for FREE! Call the office: 954-888-1408.
memberbenefits
Member Benefits

There are many great 
  
FREE & Member Only (MO) 
events when you're a member of TAO: 
 
Sukkot Havdallah (MO) 
Shabbat Retreats (MO)
Chanukah  
Purim  
Wisdom Classes (Free) 
Women's Spirituality Group (MO) 
Men's Spirituality Group (MO) 
Sunday Salon (MO) 
New Year's Day Shabbos (MO)   
 
ShabbosMessages
Do you love the sweet Shabbos reminder calls from 
Rabbi Marc?

 

Will you sponsor the calls for the next 12 months?  What a mitzvah it will be to support this lovely practice.  

Please call the office with yourdonation, or click here to            donate online 

Please indicate "Reminder Calls" in the message box if donating online. Thanks... LOTS! Your sponsorship will bring much joy to our community. 
Birthday
TAO wants to celebrate Birthday cake YOU! 

Let us know the day and date (we don't need the year) of your birthday and allow us celebrate you.  After all, YOU are what makes US special. 

 

SpaDayAds
Karma Seven
1255 S. Pine Island Rd.
(NW Corner of SR 84)
KarmaSeven Day Spa -
 
Beautiful, upscale serene. Lose yourself in any of these services: 
  • Hair (Cuts, Color, Highlights, Lowlights, Ombre: Styling including Extensions)
  • Nails (Manicures, Pedicures, Shellac)
  • Facials (All Skin Types, Acne, Eyes, Gentlemen)
  • Massages (Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Swe-Thai, Reflexology)
  • Waxing (Full Body)
  • Hydrotherapy (Steam, Scrub, Mud, Volcanic Ash, Cleopatra Bath), Make-Up (Make Over, Consult, Brides, Bridesmaids)
  • Spray Tan (Bronze and Spray Tan with Skin Treatments)
Spa Day packages, monthly online specials and gift cards available. 
 
At TAO's Spa Day, KarmaSeven is providing Facials, Waxing, Make Up/Make Over and many Massage Therapists. And everyone who purchases the Day of Zen package receives a hair cut and blow dry and KarmaSeven Day Spa as a gift.

Aimee Davila - Reiki, Ayurveda

The Serene Touch: Tap into nature's healing power through bodywork therapies, food/lifestyle, yoga, pranayama meditation. Ayurveda products, herbal supplements balance your body/mind. 

(305) 796-4426

[email protected] 

  

Peter Fox (LMT) Healing Hands:

Fusion of Shiatsu, Acupressure, Reflexology, CranioSacral Therapy, Reiki and other energy healing. Deeply relax, remarkably therapeutic.   

(954) 336-6158

www.PeterFoxHealingHands.com 

 

Christine Huynh - Shellac & Gel Nails

Liquid Gel, Gel, ANC Dipping Powder, Pink & White, Acrylic, Spa manicure/pedicure, Shellac. Top-of-the-line products. 

1749 N. University Dr, Plantation

(954) 452-8233

[email protected] 

 

Cynthia Segal - Intuitive

Through intuitive energy, you get answers to questions and information and guidance to empower you to create the future you want now. Session is recorded! 

(305) 389-1887

www.CynthiaSegal.com 

 

Robert Zveibil - Reiki

Intuitive energy worker, using Reiki as a conduit to reduce stress and align within to your natural state of well-being.

(305) 586-1745

TheHeartConnection.net 


 
Shabbat Services
(First and Third Friday of each month) Next Service: Saturday, April 27
10:30am at Artserve

Shabbos Candles
Be a part of joyous, meaningful, spiritual prayer at ArtServe.

Following Service, join us for our Oneg Shabbat and enjoy socializing with our wonderful community.


This is Jewish Renewal.
This is TAO.
Welcome home.

Members and non-members are always welcome to our services. Share the joy and connection of our holy, sweet community.

 

Click to PRINT PRAYER BOOK. Learn the Friday night prayers, and come sing with us.
Next Service Saturday, April 27 at Artserve

Members, please help us welcome guests (wearing red name badges) by offering them a warm greeting and a TAO hug.

Remember to bring non-perishables for those less fortunate.

Location: ArtServe
1350 E. Sunrise Blvd (in the public library)
(Enter on 14th Avenue)
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
954-462-8190

parsha
Today's Parsha
April 25, 2013 - 15 Iyar 5773
Emor: Leviticus 21:1-24:23

No stealing, no false dealing, no defrauding, no injustice...

Your soul and another's soul originated as sparks from the Divine soul.  When you diminish from the glory of another's soul, you are diminishing from the glory of your own soul.  Have compassion on another as you would on yourself; see the glory, articulate the positive and act with integrity.
  weeklyinspiration
Weekly Inspiration

RM quote April 25 2013
 
Follow Rabbi Marc on Twitter
www.twitter.com/rabbimarc

comingup
Coming Up at TAO Calendar 1 
 
Apr 27
Saturday morning Shabbat Service at Artserve, 10:30am

Apr 30
Men's Spirituality Group - New 8 week session begins 

May 1

Wisdom Class with Rabbi Marc
All are welcome!

May 1

May 3 
Friday night services at Artserve 

May 5
Spa Day!  A Day of Ahhhh
Read More or Register now

May 6
Women's Spirituality Group North
Vicki Lichtman facilitating

May 11 
Saturday Meditation Retreat - Member Privilege!

May 20

Women's Spirituality South                        Trudi DeGrazia facilitating 

 

WelcomeToTAO
Welcome to TAO
  R'Marc & R'Phil Drumming
We are a warm expression of joyful Judaism, with meaningful ritual and universal Truths rooted in Torah, Kabbalah and other traditional & mystic Jewish sources.  We draw deeply from communal wisdom and spiritual traditions in accordance with the ongoing process of the living Torah. 
 
TAO stands for Temple Adath Or. Our founding rabbi, Rabbi Shoni Labowitz, used great intention in choosing this name, as in Hebrew it means People (or community) of Light.  And whether the members were drawn to the name, or simply just lived up to it, TAO is, indeed, a community of light.

Embark on a journey to your Jewish soul through music, dance, chanting and meditation.  This is not your parents' schul!  Come and experience the warmth of Jewish Renewal - and community - TAO style. 

TAO Videos 
Meditation Retreat: Impact of Stillness > Watch 
Shema & Self Image > Watch 
Friday Night Service > Watch  
Meditation Retreat > Watch 
Drumming Services > Watch 

   

Click here to learn more about TAO  

Our Condolences
Condolence to Ellen and Jon Kushner on the loss of Jon's father Dave Kushner.  Our prayers go out to Dave's wife Betty and their children Jon, Ellen, Mike, Bill and Rachel, and Grandchildren Hannah, Abby and Sam.  

Israel 
TAO Community Journey  
Learning, Living and Loving Israel 
June 12 - 22, 2014*
Israel

Start planning now!  Kate GeMeiner is the first to sign up and start her 
TAO Israel Savings Plan.
 
Sign up now so you can be part of this thrilling trip with your TAO community. The itinerary promises a deep and satisfying experience at the extraordinary price of $1250 plus air.    
 
Join us.  It won't be the same without YOU.  Call the office at 954-888-1408 for details.  
CLICK HERE for details

* Optional additional 4 days Chesed add-on. Click above for more information 


Rabbi Marc reaches out RabbiBlogTalkRadio
Rabbi Marc will be on Blog Talk Radio/Global Harmony
May 1, 2013 - 1:30pm
 
Listen in as Rabbi Marc is interviewed on the
Global Harmony show on Blog Talk Radio. The overall subject of the show are different peace initiatives in the South Florida community. On May 1st, our rabbi will discuss the idea of Tikkun Olam, which in Hebrew means "repairing (or healing) the world," suggesting humanity's shared responsibility to heal, repair and transform the world. This interview with Rabbi Marc will explore this concept of sharing in the responsibility for transforming our world!
 
   

RM
Where to See Rabbi Marc 
& the TAO Orchestra 

Check back soon!
 
 
TAO orchestra 
 
Partner Happenings
Please check back for events sponsored by TAO's partner organizations 


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Wisdom
Wisdom Class
Wed, May 1 with Rabbi Marc
Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m

Parsha Study - Facilitated by Meyer Weiss, prior to Wisdom Class from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
 
TAO's Kabbalah Wisdom Class - is an entry point to a soulful, mystical, and purposeful life. In learning to live a life seen through the lens of Kabbalah, we become attuned to looking deeper and finding meaning.  

 

At TAO, we see the hidden wisdom of Kabbalah as one of the keys that unlock an empowered, conscious existence. Each class is a combination of music, discussion and lecture designed to unravel these veiled depths of liturgy and prayer so that they become accessible, meaningful and useful in daily life.  There is no need to bring anything special, only a thirst for insight, friendship and levity.  This is a stimulating, spiritual circle of like-minded seekers of truth led by Rabbi Marc Labowitz. 

 

Join us Wednesday nights 7pm at Posnack JCC and taste the sweetness of this millennial-old knowledge brought to life by Rabbi Marc and observe how the world becomes a 'sweeter place'.   

 

Non-Members: $10 donation at the door 

Members:         $10 donation appreciated

 

Location:

David Posnack JCC - Pine Island & Stirling Roads in Davie - Main Building, Room #146  

 

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WSG
Women's Spirituality Group

WSG SOUTH
Monday, May 20
7:00pm Sharp (so come early)
 
Always the 3rd Monday of the month in Plantation 
 
WSG NORTH
Monday, May 6 - Trudi DeGrazia, facilitating
7:00pm Sharp (so come early)

Always the 1st Monday of the month in Delray 
 
Women's Spirituality Group is a sacred circle of spiritual women who want to grow and share their souls. Participation requires no prior experience, just an open heart and willingness to be in the company of loving, accepting friends. We neither solve problems nor give advice; we listen and learn, love and accept.  It is a beautiful way to make friends and deepen relationships, both with other women and with yourself.  Join us North or South or both and feel the love.
   

WSG is a Member Privilege.
Non-members may attend twice before joining TAO
.

 

 

Click Here for Location & Directions WSG SOUTH

Myrna Wolf's home 

 

To be included in the email list for WSG SOUTH, please email Rhonda Hey - [email protected]   


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2013 Dates WSG NORTH

June 3 

RSVP and/or questions about this group, please contact
[email protected]
561-894-8791

To be included in the email list for WSG NORTH  please email or call Susan Kivowitz at [email protected] ~  561-509-9188.     
Men's Spirituality Group photo

MSG
Men's Spirituality Group

New 8-week session begins April 30th, discussing how the biblical story of David and Bathsheba can relate to modern life.
 
Come home to the brotherhood of men. All TAO men are invited to this unique, strictly-male opportunity. Each session is for eight weeks and discussions cover topics such as: procrastination, the power of money, creating happiness, and past lives. This is a safe and sacred space where you can be yourself.

Please note that once a new eight-week session has begun, the group is closed to new members until the next session begins.

 

Facilitator:  Lowell Gannon
Contact Lowell if you have any questions.

954-240-1944 or [email protected]  

 
Location
Second Floor Conference Room at Office:
10200 West SR 84, Davie 33324. 

Directions
From Nob Hill Road, just south of SR 84, turn as if you are going into Burger King and follow the road as it curves to the right. We are just west of Imperial Lighting. There is ample parking.

Please arrive a few minutes early as the front door to the building locks at 7pm.    

RSVP

954-888-1408 or [email protected] 

Members Only logo

 

Men's Spirituality is a Member Privilege 
Non-members may attend once. 

   

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Satmeditation
Saturday Morning Meditation Retreats
Saturday, May 11 

Retreat into a sanctuary of silent inner reflection and sacred presence.  Allow the hour to sooth and relax you through quiet prayer, euphoric chanting, gentle (Renewal-style) yoga and holy meditation - all in the tranquil, loving environment of the rabbi's own home and in the company of your TAO community.  You know the benefits of meditation for your physical and mental health. Come and join us for this glorious hour, led by Rabbi Marc.

Meditation retreats - usually the 2nd Saturday most months. 
 
2013 Dates - June 15 
Location - At the home of Rabbi Marc and Paulina  

The Meditation Retreat is a Me
mber Only Privilege
Non-Members by Invitation only 
   
Plaques
Yahrtzeit Plaque Yahrtzeit Plaque
In the Jewish tradition, we externalize our beloved departed by honoring their blessed memory.  Our Yarhzeit Plaque is a permanent memorial of family members and loved ones who passed on (parents, siblings, aunts/uncles, children, friends.) 

Add your loved one to the Yahrtzeit Plaque. 

Call the office for details.  954-888-1408   


Photos thanks to the talent of Elyn Zerfas

 

 

 

Tree of Life Tree of Life  

Express the unique spiritual grace and energy that reflects the loving Oneness that is our Tree of Life. The gift that honors your loved one(s) is a perfect way to celebrate the simchas you want to commemorate.  From weddings to bar mitzvahs, births, graduations or anniversaries, a leaf on TAO's Tree of Life is a beautiful way to say "I love you."

Call the office for details. 954-888-1408
oneg
Sponsor An Oneg Shabbat Gut Shabbos

Let's face it.  We love our oneg.  We love it not only because we're Jews and we love to eat, we love it because it brings us together and creates a space for us to catch up with, and hug, one another.

 

When you celebrate your birthday, anniversary, promotion; or say thank you to, or honor someone special by sponsoring a Friday night or Saturday Service Oneg Shabbat, your message of love is heard by all who are there and we all share in your joy.  (And the food is so much better!)  So  celebrate your simchas with your community!

 

(By the way, sponsoring an oneg is a great way to promote your business.  Rabbi Marc will personally acknowledge and thank you for your contribution at services and, it's advertised in this newsletter.)

 

Full and partial sponsorships are possible.   

  

To sponsor an upcoming Oneg,

call the office: 954-888-1408 

environmental
Tikkun Olam Tikkun Olam
(Heal the World) 

 

TAO cares about your health and that of the earth.  Check here weekly for useful tips that save money, conserve resources and protect both you and our precious planet.

Ditch the Toxins 

Avoid these toxic ingredients when buying cleaning products:

■ Alkylphenol ethoxylates
■ Ammonia
■ Chlorine
■ Glycol ethers
■ Lye
■ Nonylphenol ethoxylate
■ Sodium laureth sulfate
■ Sodium lauryl sulfate
■ Synthetic fragrance
■ Terpenes 

■ Triclosan and other antibacterial agents (phenols, formaldehyde, petroleum solvents, perchloroethylene, butyl cellosolve)

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Galia, Ocean and Kole Funds 
In the spirit of Tzedakah, Paulina and Rabbi Marc set up three funds at TAO - a Galia fund, an Ocean fund and Kole Fund. When you share your sweetness to celebrate Galia's birthday (December 6), Ocean's birthday (June 28) or Kole's birthday (June 24) and other occasions, please donate to one of these funds rather than buying gifts for the children.  These funds are used to send toys and other needed items to Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that serve children, including Jafco.

Paulina and Rabbi Marc will be informed that you gifted their children and performed an act of Tzedakah in their honor.

Donate to Galia, Ocean or Kole fund for this tax deductible gift.
 

 

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Board of Directors

 

Rabbis
    Rabbi Phil Labowitz
    Rabbi Marc Labowitz

Founder
     Rabbi Shoni Labowitz

Honorary President
     Dr. Florence Ross*

President
     Sandy King

Membership
     Bob Heaton

Board Members
     Anne Goldberg
     Pam Kelner
     Robert Zveibil

Immediate Past President
     Anne Goldberg   

Committee Chairs 
 
Chessed/Social Action
     Janice Weintraub

High Holy Days
     Dee Sacks

Membership
     Shirley Shelpman

Spirituality Groups
     Men - Lowell Gannon   

 

     Women - Myrna Wolf

Nichum (Bereavement)
     Kate GeMeiner

Friday Oneg
     Angela Gershenwald      

     Eileen Grove
     Richard Grove
     Fleur Heaton
     Nancy Mendelson

        

Telephone  
     Available

 

Saturday Oneg
     Trudi DeGrazia
     Angela Gershenwald
     Eileen Grove

     Nancy Mendelson

     Marcia Peschitz

    

Zionism: Our Voice

      Rick Vogel

Security

Ron Gotlin

 

Choir & Musicians  
     Maria Daszkal
     Bob Heaton
     Rebbetzin Paulina
     Michelle Alva
     Laura Launer

     Esther Levy

     Rick Wolfe 

 

Staff  
Administrative Director
     Renee J. Greene

Office Manager
     Dee Sacks

 

* of Blessed Memory 

 
        


        TAO - Temple Adath Or, The South Florida Center for Jewish Renewal

10200 W. State Road 84, Suite 218 ~ Davie, FL 33325
       [email protected]  ~  954-888-1408  ~ 954-888-1407 (fax)