SIGN UP NOW... A B'nai Mitzvah is the opportunity to connect more deeply to Judaism, TAO and Rabbi Marc. Reaffirm your commitment to Jewish spirituality, TAO-style.
CALL 954-888-1804 AND RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!
Registration is limited to just 18 people, with additional names put on the list for next year.
A small $18 commitment fee.
Once-a-month full-group classes with Rabbi Marc are free and are on Wednesdays at 6:15PM at the JCC (just before Wisdom Class)
Six study groups of three people each for on-going support and learning.
Then, on May 24 at our Saturday Shabbat your friends and family can gather, along with your TAO community, as Rabbi Marc leads a group B'Nai Mitzvah service.
A joyous, celebratory luncheon will follow ($36 pp - more details to follow.)
Contact the office at 954-888-1408 to sign up. First come, first enrolled.
JOIN TAO!
It's time to join...
to belong... to participate...
to give...
Being part of community brings meaning, joy and purpose to your life. Sign up for membership today and become part of this holy community of light. Join us. You know you want to!
$594 for singles
$1122 for families
Single membership includes 1 adult HHD ticket; Family membership includes 2 adult HHD tickets and up to 2 dependents 18 & under
If you are able to donate at a higher level, please do so to support our scholarship fund.
Did you know that we have beautiful Mitzvah Cards, with an original color design by
Rabbi Shoni Labowitz?
These elegant cards can be used to honor a birthday, celebrate an anniversary, memorialize a loved one or simply as a gesture of caring for someone special. Forget the hassle of card stores, post office etc.
It's easy to do.
Call the office at 954-888-1408 and we'll do the rest. All for $18.
Community Journey to Israel
Do you really want to miss out on this trip? We are still accepting reservations for the wait list until we are able to confirm with our Director in Israel about our maximum capacity.
Call the office ASAP at 954-888-1408 to get the required registration papers and to leave your deposit. Don't miss out on this first community journey to Israel with Rabbi Marc.
Do you have the time and talent to help us? There are several ways you can help:
Be a part of the growth of TAO. If you have an idea for an event or outreach opportunity and are willing to spearhead it, please click here and let us know.
NEW! Our Shabbos Food Drive needs a volunteer to bring donations to local food banks. Please step up to fulfill this important chesed. Call the office at 954-888-1408
NEW! We need someone to Chair our Ad Journal for TAO's Gala Event February 9th. This is one of the most important aspects of the event both to celebrate our honorees and to support TAO
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.
Sandy Alexander, Paul Avenati (friend of Sheryl Lipsky Reback), Dennis Barry, Gertrude Birchwood (Myrna Wolf's mother-in-law),Neil Blaxberg (Amichai Heppner's son-in-law), Leslie Brinkman, Chava Lila bat Masha Aviva, Yehudah Cantor, Ronna Cole, Brianna Dalnas, Ralph Dozer, Rick English (Carole McConnell's son-in-law), Murray Evans, Rita Feuerman (Rhonda Hey's mother), Brian Fusco, Kara Fusco, Gila bat Sora, Eliezer Ben Chava Glaser, Ken Gordon, Belle Gotlin (mother of Ron Gotlin), Barbara Gotsopoulos, Jared Gordon (Jenae Rubin's cousin), George & Sylvia Greene (Renee Greene's parents), Jerry Grove, Leon Heller, Ron Himelblau (brother of Shirley Shelpman), Renee Hock, Andy Iannaco, Barbara Janis, Esther Jungreis, Jo di Kalick, Enid Kamin (Maxine Kamin's mother), Sharon Kay, Paul Kay, Pamela Klein, Ava Kugelman, Jeremy & Scott, Andy Leeds, Kathy Leonard,Judy & Louis Levy (Sue Reisman's parents), Alan Lipsky (Brother of Sheryl Lipsky), Billy Mauer (Velvul ben Leah), Meira bas Shandel Chana (Shana Heppner's daughter), Audrey Nevins (Ann Kurtzman's sister), Robert Perlmutter, Susan Quasha (sister-in-law of Phyllis Tess), Rachel bat Nechama (Rick Vogel's sister), Edith Rogers (Wayne Rogers' mother), David Rosenthal, Joan Rosenwasser, Jean Sokol Rosner, Jake Rutsky, Royce Sagenkahn (Jenae Rubin's friend), Erin Saporta, Marshall Saskin (Marcia Peschitz's brother), Rebecca Schwartz (Rifka Maiden's cousin), Shauel Randell, Simcha ben Sarah-Iris, Israel Silberman (Father of Diana SIlberman), Frayda Sinnreich, Jack Spitzer,Toba Basha bas Chana, Shirley Ullman, Caren Vivado, Shaul ben Ida & Chana Rifka bat Hinda (Hindy Stegman's parents), Marla Wallach, Janice Weintraub,Michael Yaschik (Renee Greene's cousin), Diane Zeller.
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.
Dear Rabbi Marc, Renee & TAO Members, Thank you so much for your very generous Leadership Sponsorship for the JFS Kolot 2013 Luncheon. You are true leaders, setting the best example for addressing domestic abuse in the Jewish Community. Many Thanks to your Director Renee for modeling in our fashion show!! With warm regards, Randee Lefkow, JFS Kolot
Rhonda Hey, co-owner of A Sweet Dog Barkery, needs help every Sunday to the end of June from 9:00am to 3:30pm setting up and taking down a 10'x10' tent and 8' table, banners and helping with setting out of their delectable doggie treats, cakes & cupcakes. This is a paid job. For more information, call Rhonda at 954-205-3441
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
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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.
It's a new school year and 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.
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]
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.
Flu Season & AntiBacterial Soap..
"An FDA advisory panel considered the question of the effectiveness of antibacterial products in the fall of 2005; the panel overwhelmingly concluded that there was no evidence proving that antibacterial soaps were more effective than regular soaps for preventing infection."
From the CDC... proper handwashing
Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold) and apply soap.
Rub your hands together to make a lather and scrub them well; be sure to scrub the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.
Continue rubbing your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the "Happy Birthday" song from beginning to end twice.
Rinse your hands well under running water.
Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.
Sponsor An Oneg Shabbat
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
Do you love the sweet Shabbos reminder calls from Rabbi Marc?
Please Sponsor the calls for the next 12 months. What a mitzvah it is to support this lovely practice.
Call the office with your donation, 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.
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.
Members, please help us welcome guests (red name badges) by offering them a warm greeting and TAO hug.
Please remember to bring non-perishable food 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
Today's Parsha*
November 14, 2013
18 Kislev 5774 Vayishlach: Genesis 32:4-36:43
Isaac dies at 180 years of age, and is buried at Mamre by his sons, Jacob and Esau.
The sage accumulates nothing. Having used what he had for others, He has even more, Having given what he had to others, What he has is even greater. Lao Tzu
~borrowed from Rabbi Shoni's works
* Parshas reprinted from from Miraculous Living Calendar
by Dr. Lisa Sirota-Weiner adapted from Miraculous Living by Rabbi Shoni Labowitz
REGISTER BEFORE NOVEMBER 20th! Don't Miss out on the best deal in town!
SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, February 9th, 2014
Celebrate 30 Years of TAO!
Welcome to TAO
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.
It's that time of year again. Chanukah and the Gift/Toy Drive for JAFCO (Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options) is just around the corner.
This year, Chanukah begins on Wednesday evening, November 27, the day before Thanksgiving. Speaking with JAFCO, it was determined MP3 Player type electronics would be especially nice for many of these young people, so if you would like to contribute to that, give us your donations in any amount, and we will do the shopping. If you prefer buying the gifts yourself, please bring them unwrapped to any services or classes beginning immediately. Thanks for all you do in the community.
Janice Weintraub, Chesed Chair
Nancy Mendelson, Chanukah Drive Chair
Rabbi Marc Personal Appearances
Rabbi Marc is teaching a class at the Berger Singerman Law Firm on The Art of Dialogue. If you would like the rabbi to teach at your law firm, call him directly at 954-822-8430
Did you catch our rabbi on the Global Harmony Show on BlogTalkRadio? If not, you can
LAST CHANCE FOR MEMBERS TO REGISTER FOR FREE ADMISSION!
Guests 18 years & Up: $12
Guests up to 17 years: $ 8
At the Door
Members: $10 Guests 18 years+: $18 Guests through age 17: $12
The Rabbis & Board of Directors want you to know how much we appreciate you and this event is our way of saying thank you , we love and value you.
* Spiritually Uplifting
* Great, Fun Entertainment
* Coffee & Tea Bar
* Snacks, pastries & delicious delicacies
DO YOU SING, DANCE, TELL JOKES / STORIES, JUGGLE or OTHERWISE ENTERTAIN?
Calling All Talented TAO Members to volunteer to entertain our community. Email Bob Heaton and let him know you want to be a part of the fun on November 30th.
Last year more than 125 people had a fabulous time being entertained by the talents of our members. We hope you will join in the fun this year.
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.
Upcoming Dates February 15 March 15 April 12 May 10* The Meditation Retreat is a Member Only Privilege
Non-Members by Invitation only
Kabbalah Wisdom Class
Led by Rabbi Marc Labowitz Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Next Class: Wednesday, November 20 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Posnack JCC in Davie (corner of Pine Island & Stirling Roads)
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
2013/2014 Class Schedule
Dec 4, 11, 18, Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30 Check back for updates as to when the last class will be.
PLEASE NOTE: For November only, WSG will be at the home of Trudi DeGrazia. Please call the office for address/directions. 954-888-1408
Always the 3rd Monday of the month
Please Note:
Women's Spirituality North is on hiatus.
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.
Non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend two times.
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.
Once a new eight-week session begins, the group is closed to new members until the next session.
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.
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.)
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."
Participating on a committee enriches your life, builds meaningful relationships and strengthens our community. Call a Committee Chairperson or the office 954-888-1408
Board of Directors
Rabbis
Rabbi Marc Labowitz Rabbi Phillip Labowitz
Founder
Rabbi Shoni Labowitz
Honorary President
Dr. Florence Ross*
President
Sanford King
Membership
Bob Heaton
Board Members
Pam Kelner Robert Zveibil Sheryl Reback Jon Kushner
Board Members Emeritus
Anne Goldberg Bob Heaton
Immediate Past President
Anne Goldberg
Committee Chairs
Chessed/Social Action Janice Weintraub
High Holy Days
Dee Sacks
Special Member Projects
Shirley Shelpman
Spirituality Groups
Men - Lowell Gannon
Women - Myrna Wolf, WSG South & Marcia
Sweedler, WSG North
Nichum (Bereavement)
Kate GeMeiner
Oneg Shabbat Committee
Nancy Mendelson, Chair Trudi DeGrazia Marc Frankel Eileen Grove Richard Grove Alex Ozeryansky Yulia Ozeryansky Marcia Peschitz Wayne Rogers Meyer Weiss
Telephone
Kate Gemeiner
Zionism: Our Voice
Rick Vogel
Choir & Musicians Maria Daszkal Bob Heaton Rebbetzin Paulina Michelle Alva Laura Launer
