Volume X, No. 1 September/October 2012 Elul 5772–Heshvan 5773 ICCJ Congregation and Library representatives, program Weekend Retreat planning becomes much more focused Education Committee at Ramah Nyack and efficient. Duplication is avoided A New Approach to and relevancies are apparent. Hav- by Clarissa Weiss & Susan Losow ing this group of people on the same Synagogue Education The ICCJ Committee for Camp page at the same time is invaluable Ramah is very excited about all the 2012-2013 Theme: and also raises the level of dialogue activities we have planned, delicious Where have we been and and participation in this vital function. meals you won’t have to cook, beds where are we going? A number of congregation wide you won’t have to make, old and new by Arlene Ratzabi programs were discussed and being friends you will be relaxing with, planned at the last two meetings of children of all ages to join in the fun Under the leadership of Marilyn this committee including but not lim- and a spiritual journey that should Kaufman, a new synagogue education ited to the following: be joyous. concept has been adopted. A trend that has been growing in synagogues Adult Learning—This year, adult As the co-chairpeople of the “ICCJ is to consolidate various education ini- learning will include clergy directed is going to Camp Ramah” Commit- tiatives within a particular synagogue. programs such as Seudah Shlisheet, tee, we have been getting quite a few Bringing disparate synagogue educa- Thursday Lunch ’n’ Learn, peri- inquiries from congregation members tion programs under the umbrella of odic Monday evening classes, the who are very interested in joining us, “congregation education” versus the Wednesday Tefilah Together class but need to know about the physical familiar “adult education” nomen- and the cantor’s study group. The aspects of their stay at Camp Ramah. clature allows the synagogue to effec- JTS Context course will again be Take a look at the beautiful picture tively plan and execute a synagogue offered. A number of speakers on in this column. wide education program. When vari- topics of interest to our community are Ramah Nyack is ous arms of the synagogue who are being contacted and information will a camp for young involved in education programs sit be forthcoming as they are scheduled. campers during together under one committee, a com- Shabbat Across Queens—While the summer. But plete picture is drawn of what is being in the past ICCJ has participated in during the rest of planned for the synagogue. The group a similar national program sponsored the year it becomes assembled can then discuss ideas by the Orthodox outreach group, the a new, adult facil- and exchange information bringing National Jewish Outreach Program, ity that accommodates people of all clarity and cost effectiveness to the this year, under Rabbi Fryer Bodzin’s ages. critical function of education in the leadership, we will be participating Here are some of the questions and synagogue. For example, when family in a regional initiative instead. Shab- answers that have been addressed to and youth sit together with Sisterhood (Continued on page 6.) us, so far. Upcoming Events The weekend is in late October, are the cabins heated? Yes, the buildings A list of events through all have heat and will be comfortable. December may be found on page 7. (Continued on page 8.) Page 2 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012 For some of us, we are not even sure call me at 718-591-5610. We would why we feel drawn into the synagogue love share a Shabbat meal with you. on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Best wishes for a happy and healthy Maybe it is because our parents and year, grandparents instilled within us the importance of these days. Maybe it is Rabbi Robyn Fryer Bodzin because the familiar and even haunt- ing melodies of the prayers help us focus inward and better understand Dear friends, our lives. Or maybe it is because we As the High Holy Days approach, are ready to begin a conversation, a Shalom, many of us will flock to ICCJ to discussion, a dialogue. And according welcome in the New Year. to our tradition, God is most acces- This Bulletin article is my first writing And we will not be alone. sible and willing to hear us during as your new president. As I said in my In droves, Jews around the these days of repentance. acceptance speech during Installation globe will find themselves Yet it is not enough just knowing, in June, I am very humbled at being standing beneath a ner ta- that God is in the fields, approach- asked to be your new president. Your mid, an eternal light. able and waiting for us to connect. acceptance of my nomination gave We must work on our understanding, me the confidence to serve. I hope to Why is it that during these days, more yes, even our relationship with God. make you proud. than at any other time of the year our Inevitably through this we gain a bet- worship attendance increases by the It will not be easy following in the ter understanding of ourselves and our hundreds? Why on Rosh Hashanah footsteps of Marilyn Kaufman as role in this world. What begins and and Yom Kippur do so many of us president. Marilyn set a huge ex- develops during these sacred ten days find our way back to the synagogue? ample in leadership and devotion. As can sustain and nurture us through president, she will be sorely missed. It is as if we all knew the parable told the rest of our year. While it is just a But thankfully, she is still planning by the Baal Shem Tov, the founder beginning, it is a beginning that opens to be active in other leadership roles. of the Hasidic movement of the 18th us up to an even greater appreciation Marilyn already was very helpful in century. There once was a king who of our lives and to the myriad of op- my transition to the presidency, and stayed in his palace throughout most portunities waiting for us. she continues to consult, from the of the year. While the king remained What will you do differently with your heart. We owe Marilyn a huge debt in the palace, it was hard to contact life? What do you want to remain the him or communicate with him. But of gratitude, and on behalf of all of us, same? Who must you ask for forgive- when he left his palace to travel in the I want to say thank you to her! ness? Who should you forgive? What field throughout his province, anyone do you want to achieve this year? I would also like to mention our vice could approach him and even speak What are your goals for 5773? presidents, Sam Weiss, Ed Martin, to him. and Irene Meyerowitz. Not only are One of my goals is to get to know Thus the Baal Shem Tov taught, all you, the membership of ICCJ, bet- they capable and pragmatic, but they year long God is in a “palace.” But ter. Aaron and I have been inviting also have shown their leadership abili- during the Days of Awe, our High members of this congregation, a few ties, and have already been helpful in Holy Days, God is in “the field,” at a time, to our home for Shabbat my times of need. I look forward to examining the lands, venturing out meals. These small intimate meals working with them, and I am thankful among the people. have already enabled my family to es- they are by my side. tablish deeper relationships. We hope Therefore, during these sacred mo- Another personal mention is to Rabbi to continue creating experiences and ments, anyone who takes the initiative Fryer Bodzin. She has already been a making memories in this upcoming can approach God. Even more, any- great motivator and confidante, and I year. If you would like to come over to one who so desires can speak to God. our home for a Shabbat meal, please (Continued on next page.) September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 3 President ship, and more help delivering our grateful to you, our members—please programs and services. I am sending come and join us for an exciting up- (Continued from previous page.) a challenge to those who are able to coming year. look forward to having a great work- become active leaders. ing relationship. Isabel Zemmel, our Membership You probably will have received your Meanwhile, I would like to give you Chairperson, is diligently working on notice to reserve your High Holiday a portion of my acceptance speech, bringing us something wonderful for seats. Please do so as early as pos- for those of you who were unable to our Paid Up Membership Program sible. I am looking forward to seeing attend the Installation ceremony. This in November. all of you at the services, which I excerpt basically lays out the reason know will be spiritually uplifting. We For our first Sisterhood meeting of the I accepted the position of President, expect that a minor reconstruction of year on September 13, our Cultural and what I hope to accomplish: the Sanctuary will have been finished. Vice-President, Linda Korobelnik, “… But the real reason I said yes is has planned a program everyone will This was the first act taken by your simply because I was asked to serve. enjoy. A group of seniors from the new Board of Trustees. We are very This congregation needs continued proud of this reconfiguration, which S.T.A.R.(Senior Theater Acting leadership, and even more help than it will allow much easier access to the Repertory) program have been bring- already has. I am hoping that by serv- Torah for aliyahs to our members who ing theater and music to audiences ing, I can simply set an example and cannot climb steps. throughout Queens for the past 15 get more people from the congregation years. It is a program that you will to pitch in and show support not only Many thanks to our Board of Trustees not want to miss. by attending services and events, but for acting on such a member-friendly to also step up and volunteer. reconfiguration, and advance thanks Come and shop with Sisterhood- to Mel Kaufman and Alan Aaronson our gift shop is now located in the I am hoping that my mere willingness for what I am sure will be a smooth to serve will rub off on others as well. Smorgasbord Room. We are featur- implementation. ing religious and secular items, and “…what is my plan or agenda as L’Shanah Tovah to all! in the hallway en route to the office, president? Well, right now, it’s a very you will find our beautiful selection of simple one. I plan on getting my feet David Hasson hand-made jewelry. Think of Sister- wet as president, and that may take hood’s gift shop before running out some time. But meanwhile, as I said, to a neighborhood store. we are a thriving shul with many Sisterhood News programs, activities and services. It’s At this time we would like to acknowl- important to me that this is kept up edge Rose Ullman’s daughters for and continues to run as smoothly un- their continuous donation of the lovely der my watch as it did under previous by Doris Feld and Lisa Woliner flowers on the bimah every Shabbat. administrations. Hi Ladies, Doris and I want to wish each and That’s not to say that we shouldn’t Welcome to our fall 2012-2013 sea- every member a Happy, Healthy, have goals. son. It’s been a usual New York sum- and Prosperous New Year from our We need to address the size of our mer and we are all ready to enjoy the families to yours. Membership, the Goals of our Com- cooler weather. We met with our new munity, and we always need to keep board members over the summer and an eye on our Finances …” Please see page 8 we can’t wait for the season to begin. for Sisterhood Please read between the lines. Our Sisterhood looks forward to seeing congregation is vibrant and provides End-of Year party all of our past members and welcom- many services and social events. But pictures: ing our new members. We are very we will need continuity of leader- Page 4 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012 This year’s Chaverim Board is: Co-Presidents -- Clarissa Weiss and Adah Sylvan Vice Presidents – Susi Berkson, Nikki Hasson, Susan Losow and Shari Zuber Treasurer – Marty Hofstetter by Paul Gorel by Adah Sylvan Secretary – Betty Shaffer I know it’s hard to believe that the As you read this, we are finishing the new school year is upon us and that Look for any of us if you have ques- month of Elul, kids are returning to means another splish-splashing, tions about Chaverim; we all hope school, the hot summer days are be- karate-moving, gym-playing year at that you will participate in our events hind us and all of us are getting ready ICCJ’s Sports Clinic is about to start. and choose to support us by also being to welcome the New Year. a member at just $10. As the Sports Clinic celebrates its 6th birthday, we are proud to say that we Chaverim has an exciting year Special note to new members have given Jewish children a safe place planned. On September 9th Chaver- of ICCJ: Welcome; your first year to learn while having fun. im and the ICCJ Young Families are membership in Chaverim is free. having a joint program -- a day trip DON’T MISS OUT; Reserve your A happy, healthy and peaceful New to the Queens Farm Museum (or spot. Space limited! Year to all! another multi-generational friendly Registration is on Wednesday, Sep- location). tember 5, 2012 from 6 pm to 8 pm! On November 3rd, we will kick off No registration required for our IC- our ICCJ Film & Lecture series, so CJ’s Congregation Swim on Monday please watch for the flyer. Then, on and Wednesday nights from 8 pm to December 1st, it is a night of comedy 9 pm! So come on down, relax or get at the Laughing Devil Comedy Club by Sol Sturm an energized swim in (members only). in Long Island City. This column, of course, is being writ- Our new season starts on Sunday, A “Spring Fling” is scheduled for the ten in the middle of the summer, so September 9, 2012! beginning of March, and June will see all of our great plans for 5773 have Please contact Paul Gorel at mail- us enjoying the day in Coney Island not been completed. We plan to have [email protected] with any ques- rooting for the Brooklyn Cyclones and interesting trips, as we did last year. tions! spending some time on the boardwalk. By the time you receive this bulletin, We look forward to seeing you then! And, of course, there will be more we should have our trip to West Point Until next month! movies in 2013. all planned and booked. Our region Yes, Chaverim has an exciting year of the Federation of Jewish Men’s COMING SOON planned; however it can only be Clubs has a program called Hearing ANNUAL successful if you choose to be part Men’s Voices, which we plan to bring HIGH HOLIDAY of it. So be sure to participate and to our chapter. BAKE SALE help ensure these programs are truly Look for flyers with specific dates and fabulous. HOLIDAY times. What we can say for sure at this SHOPPING FAIR Remember, Chaverim is open to all – date is that the officers of Men’s Club men and women – and our goal is to wish a healthy, prosperous, and satis- Sunday, December 2, 2012 bring congregants together in friend- fying New Year to all ICCJ members ANNUAL BLOOD DRIVE ship for a social array of activities. So and their loved ones. Please watch your mail for further please join us, we would love to have information on all these wonderful Shalom you involved! upcoming events. September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 5 also want to make sure we show that This achievement rewards extraordi- nary characteristics and outstanding we are in the 21st century. aspects that go above and beyond. As for the upcoming activities, after Your honor truly distinguishes indi- the holidays we will have our multi- viduals in your kehilla whose diligence generational retreat weekend at Camp and hard work have contributed to the Ramah in Nyack. If you have not reputation of your community and its yet sent in your deposit, please do so role in the future of klal Yisrael and soon. Other activities will include our the Conservative movement. Chanukah Party and Purim event to Norman Korowitz, District Chair name just two. As always, check out Nadine Kochavi, Senior Kehilla the weekly and monthly bulletins, the Relationship Manager Ohr Chadash News weekly email blast and the flyers in the Linda Sussman, Kehilla Relation- mail for what is going on with regard The Ohr Chadash Religious School ship Manager to social, educational, and spiritual is gearing up for a wonderful year! functions. Also, please contact us We are very proud of again being Membership with any ideas for new activities or awarded the Framework of Excellence programs. Award from United Synagogue of by Betty Shaffer Conservative Judaism in recognition We wish you all a healthy and happy As I write this article, it is mid-July of the superior education given to our new year and hope to see you at as and the Membership Committee is children by Judy Stein many activities as you can attend this busy planning for the new year, 5773. Many new and interesting workshops year. While there have not been many and enrichment programs are being planned activities during the summer Torah Fund scheduled throughout the year to months, all the arms of congregation enhance the learning process for the and the committees have been busy. by Idan Corsentino boys and girls. We will continue to Membership is anxious to view the I have represented ICCJ’s Sisterhood strive to offer the best and most inno- professional video which should now as their Torah Fund Chairperson for vative experiences for all our students. be up on our website. This video the past five years. On behalf of the Ohr Chadash staff, produced by Jesse Ash’s (son of our I would like to wish everyone a happy The Torah is the greatest gift of member Rita Ash) company Greener and healthy New Year. Shanah Tovah all; it’s a bible which instructs and Media began last year at Chanukah to all! teaches us in everyday matters, as when he filmed our congregation’s well as answers an assortment of life’s Excerpt from a letter sent Chanukah party. Many congregants problems. The Torah Fund, a division July 12, 2012 from METNY of all ages were interviewed for this of Women’s League (BQLI) needs of United Synagogue of video. Take a look on our website Conservative Judaism to your support and commitment as we HJC & ICCJ www.ICCJ2004.org or visit our celebrate its 70th Anniversary. Its Facebook page. We are presenting theme for the new 2012-2013 pin is It is a pleasure to extend best wishes our synagogue and congregation as a “Uri, Uri” – “Awake and Greet the on behalf of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism Metropolitan “Caring Community” which is who Dawn”. New York District to you and your we are. In recognition of your generous dona- congregation on having qualified once Other accomplishments this summer tion of a minimum of $180, you will again as an International Framework were updating our color membership receive the 5753 pin, as our gift to for Excellence School. We are proud brochure and new member applica- you with our sincerest appreciation. that you are providing the youngsters It will be a blessing for you, and a tion and new member packet. While of your school with a quality Jewish mitzvah for our people to contribute these are not as thrilling as the new education that will serve them well to the Torah Fund project. as they mature into college years and video, these are things that reflect back adulthood. on who we are. Besides caring, we (Continued on next page.) Page 6 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012 Torah Fund Adult Education in place that will be shared with all synagogues that have signed up as (Continued from prevous page.) (Continued from page 1.) sites and ICCJ is among them. As the New Year approaches, the bat Across Queens is a project of Women of ICCJ will proudly be the newly formed Queens Rabbinic Israel 65th Birthday—a special wearing their new Leadership Council, which consists of musical program is being planned for pin, “Uri, Uri” and Conservative, Reform, Reconstruc- the spring to celebrate this milestone will declare that our tionist rabbis, among others. They in the history of Israel. people’s future is se- will be putting together an educational Hebrew Language Immersion— cure because we are program for member synagogues. As in years past, ICCJ plans to offer preserving it. Won’t you make a Information will be shared with all conversational Hebrew courses in the commitment to join us as we greet the synagogues that will be on the target fall and spring. Stay tuned for details. new dawn? list. ICCJ Library—As in years past, For further information, you may Women and Work—This pro- the ICCJ Harry and Bella M. Rich- reach either Lisa Woliner at 718- gram, supported by Sisterhood and ter Memorial Library will be offer- 762-2396 or myself at idadances@ Men’s Club, will take place the ing the ICCJ Book Café once every aol.com. weekend of October 12 and 13. eight weeks. This year’s program is The concept of this program is to being planned and will integrate with teach women to “rework”…This is other education program themes and a domestic Abuse Shabbaton that include several guest authors. In ad- by Adrienne Simons teaches women how to enter/re-enter dition, a Book and Gift Fair will take place on Sunday, December 2, 2012. As I write this column, several days the workplace. after violent thunderstorms, and on On March 10, 2013, Rabbi Fryer There will be a Friday night program the cusp of August, we just commem- Bodzin will lead the Book Café dis- featuring a speaker to be followed by a orated Tisha B’Av. On Saturday cussion of the book Sacred Trash, that Saturday morning program featuring night, July 28, approximately forty chronicles the discovery and impor- Richard Brown from the Office of members shared a festive dinner prior tance of the many important fragments the District Attorney. On Saturday to the 24-hour fast and the chanting found in the Cairo genizah. A follow evening, Rabbi Lisa Gelber, who up trip to the Jewish Theological of Eicha by Barbara Miller, Sheila has produced a documentary on this Seminary rare book room is being Ornstein, Howard Isaacs, our rabbi, subject, will conclude this important planned for the following week to and Isabel Zemmel. program. coincide and highlight this discussion. Religious Affairs and our clergy are Cultural Shabbaton—As in years Family and Youth—Once again gearing up for another busy year. past the committee discussed various ICCJ will offer the popular Mini During June, we brought in a sofe- ideas for this program that highlights Menschen Shabbat program, Junior ret (female sofer or scribe) to repair a particular Jewish community. Congregation, and other programs several pasul Torahs. In advance of for our youngest members and their Jews in the Civil War—to com- the High Holy Days, our rabbi will families. The popular Gesher pro- memorate the 150th anniversary of be teaching an introductory class to gram of Ohr Chadash for post bar/bat the Civil War, a program is being the new machzor, Lev Shalem. The mitzvah youth, will continue under the planned for the spring to be led by same class will be held on two dates: leadership of the rabbis of the school Rabbi Gerald Solomon who has done Wednesday evening, August 22 and synagogue partners. extensive research in this area. Monday night, September 10. The education highlights above offer Global Day of Learning Novem- Fall and the holiday season are right a glimpse into what is being planned ber 18, 2012—a multi-synagogue around the corner. Please check your for the coming year. We welcome your mail for flyers announcing Selichot, initiative, that includes PJ Library, to feedback and hope you will become an High Holy Day services, Sukkot provide an adult and family learning active participant in ICCJ congrega- events and more. experience. There is a curriculum tion education activities. September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 7 Mini Menschen Sept. 9 (continued) Nov. 21 Ra’fa’eni Tefillah Together II Program Chaverim Trip to Queens Farm Inter-faith Service Dip the apple in the honey Sept. 10 Nov. 27 Intro to Lev Shalem (repeat Semi-Annual Congregation Make a bracha loud and clear class) Meeting Shana Tova Umetuka Sept. 11 Dec. 1 Have a Happy Sweet New Year Program to be announced Ohr Chadash Shabbat @ ICCJ It’s difficult to believe that Rosh Sept. 23 Mini Menschen Hashanah 2012 is almost here and Ohr Chadash Parents’ Class @ Chaverim - Comedy Club a whole year has gone by. The Mini HJC Dec. 2 Menschen had a great time creating Oct. 4 Holiday Fair wonderful memories while learning Dinner in Sukkah Dec. 3 all about the holidays and celebrating Oct. 5 Classic Rabbinic Text Class Shabbat. We joined together on those Minyan in Sukkah w/Rabbi Fryer Bodzin special Saturday mornings to sing the Young Families in Sukkah Dec. 5 songs, say the brachot and hear stories Oct 12 – 13 Tefillah Together II about the holiday that was coming soon. We are all looking forward to Shabbaton Dec. 9 Oct. 13 Ohr Chadash Chanukah seeing old friends and making new Mini Menschen Assembly @ HJC ones as the new Mini Menschen year begins. Oct. 19–21 Dec. 17 Camp Ramah Weekend Classic Rabbinic Text Class w/ We invite you to join us for one or all Oct. 24 Rabbi Fryer Bodzin of the following Saturdays and create Tefillah Together II Dec. 19 some incredible memories for yourself. Oct. 31 Tefillah Together II Mini Menschen dates for 2012: Sep- Tefillah Together II Dec. 25 tember 8, October 13, November 10, Nov. 3 Men’s Club Trip to the and December 1. Chaverim Movie Night Holocaust Museum Dates for 2013: January 12, Febru- Nov. 4 ary 9, March 9, April 20, May 11, Men’s Club Trip to West Point and June 1, 2013. Nov. 7 Tefillah Together II From my family to yours, have a Nov. 11 happy, healthy and sweet New Year Men’s Club Breakfast Shana Tova from Morah Arlene Nov. 14 Tefillah Together II Upcoming Events Nov. 16 Sept. 5 Young Families Shabbat Dinner Pool & Sports Clinic Nov. 18 Registration Ohr Chadash Parents’ Class @ Sept. 7 HJC Selichot at Night Torah for Tots @ HJC Sept. 9 Global Day of Learning First day of Ohr Chadash @ HJC Men’s Club Breakfast Page 8 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012 Ramah Nyack planned, social activities we will be so easy to see why Fred always said planning and most important—the “I love the congregation.” Weekend Retreat menu. Sybil Bauman and Family (Continued from page 1.) Are we sleeping on bunks? No, you Thank You will be sleeping on real beds. Need a Ride? Do I have to bring my own linens, by Rabbi Robyn Fryer Bodzin blankets and towels. No, everything Thank you to everyone for all their If you would like to attend any func- is provided for you. good wishes and donations in honor tion, or come to Shabbat services I have difficulty going up and down of my 80th birthday. here at ICCJ, hills, can I get a room near all the Mel Kaufman but have a prob- activities? The camp has limited Thank you to all our friends for their lem getting to the synagogue, please let us know. handicap-accessible rooms. We will cards and donations in honor of the attempt to accommodate everyone to birth of our grandson, Tony. When the weather is bad, sometimes the best of our ability. Betty & Chuck Shaffer people are afraid to come out by themselves, or don’t like to drive or Are there a lot of hills? There are some I want to thank everyone who sent take public transportation. Don’t let hills, none of them difficult to walk on. cards and donations on the occasion this keep you stuck in the house. of my being honored as Woman of There are clear paths and most places Achievement from Sisterhood at this So if you need a ride to ICCJ, call the require an easy walk. year’s BQLI Region of Women’s office and speak to Mady or Gale. I don’t drive. How will I get there? League’s annual dinner. Thank you Remember, we are a congregation The committee will assign volunteers also to all who came to the dinner to that cares about each other. to drive everyone to camp and back, share this simcha with me. who are unable to drive themselves. Betty Shaffer Sisterhood I have special food needs, can I be I would like to thank my ICCJ fam- End-of-Year Party accommodated? The committee will ily for your phone calls, visits, cards attempt to satisfy every dietary need, and donations after my recent illness. as long as they are clearly explained Special thanks to the Henri Gros to us in advance. Outreach Fund for a delicious Shab- bat dinner. My infant needs to eat early and often. Irving Missan Where can I put milk, treats and other To all our dear friends and congre- foods? The new housing facility has a gants, we wish to thank you for all large kitchen and refrigerator to house your comforting calls, cards, visits and your food requirements. However, donations made in my beloved Sol’s all food brought in must be certified memory. Special kudos to Sisterhood kosher. for the lunch and the Henri Gros I may have to arrive late on Friday, Outreach Fund for the Shabbat meal will I be able to drive onto the facility. you provided. Yes, the parking lot will remain open. Blessed is the true Judge. These are a few of the questions that we have been asked already. We Sincerely, know there are more out there. Please The Wieselthier Family feel free to contact either Susan or Clarissa and we would be happy to Laurie, Andrea and I thank the ICCJ answer any questions you may have. family for their generous outpouring Gale and Mady in the office know of support, kindness, donations and how to reach us. delicious food from ICCJ friends and Upcoming mailings will have more the Henri Gros Outreach Fund. It’s information about what our rabbi has September/October 2012 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism Page 9 Adult Education Fund Synagogue Family A donation was received from Cynthia Begel Mazal tov to: In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Rita Ash Shari Zuber on the marriage of her son William Adam In loving memory of our friend, former ICHM member Friedman to Sarah Elizabeth Mulhern Shaari Waldman – Sheldon & Sheila Ornstein, Honey Savishinsky, Alan & Selma Aaronson Morton Kleinman on his 94th birthday Abraham & Yetta Paletz Mel Kaufman on his 80th birthday Memorial Youth Fund Judy & Randy Stein on the birth of their granddaughter Olivia Eve In honor of Kayla Brantz becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Rita Betty & Chuck Shaffer on the birth of their grandson Ash Irma & Joe Goldman on the engagement of their In honor of Emmalee Weinstein becoming a Bat Mitzvah granddaughters – Rita Ash Randie Berger & Dale Moglin on the upcoming marriage Ritual Fund of their son Evan to Vanessa In honor of Adah & Rob Sylvan’s son-in-law Vlad’s Doreen & David Schwartz on the graduation of their son graduation from Medical School – Clarissa & Sam Weiss Jonathan from the NYU Stern School of Business with an MBA in Finance In honor of Shari Zuber’s son William Friedman’s marriage to Sarah Mulhern – Clarissa & Sam Weiss, Adah & Rob Sylvan on the graduation from Medical Marsha & Louis Portnoy, Claire Heymann, Susi & Stan School of their son-in-law Vlad Berkson, Edie Coan, Bernice Malkin, Karen & Mitch Idan Corsentino on the Bat Mitzvah of her granddaughter Halper Julia & the HS graduation of her granddaughter Sarah In honor of the birth of Cathie & Sol Sturm’s granddaughter Refuah Shlemah, get well wishes to: Madelyn Grace – Lillian & Herman Bershader Rayna Becker, Sharyn Braunstein, Arthur Feld, Ruth In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Shari & Gutzeit, Lillian Kurtz, Irv Missan, Marsha Portnoy, Paul Zuber Linda Singer, Alice Tolkow, Clarissa Weiss In honor of the marriage of Arlene & Eli Ratzabi’s Hamakom Yenachem, condolences to: daughter Hila – Shari & Paul Zuber Bill Singer on the passing of his sister Sharman Marcus Get well wishes to Arthur Feld and Irv Missan - Lisa & Jay Woliner Hannah Feldman on the passing of her sister Leah Haber In memory of Hannah Feldman’s sister Leah Haber Rosalyn Wieselthier on the passing of her husband Hon. – Claire Heymann, Shari & Paul Zuber, Gussie Sol A. Wieselthier Wertheimer, Lynn & Jay Abrahams Sybil Bauman on the passing of her husband Fred In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol We mourn the loss of Leo Spritzer A. Wieselthier – Morton Kleinman, Laura Silverberg, Debbie, Ira & Judy Pastor, Lynn & Jay Abrahams, Shari & Paul Zuber, Esther & Robert Printz, Idan Corsentino Page 10 Israel Center of Conservative Judaism September/October 2012 In memory of Sybil Bauman’s husband Fred – Rosalyn In memory of Edna Peress – Elsa Henigson Wieselthier, Arthur & Doris Feld, Shari & Paul Zuber In memory of Hannah Feldman’s sister Leah Haber – Faye In memory of her father Morris Bruner – Aviva Peress & Victor Rutcofsky, ICCJ Sisterhood In memory of Sybil Bauman’s husband Fred – Lynn & Jay ICCJ General Fund Abrahams, Dorothy Abrahams, Hannah & Julie Feldman A donation was received from Cynthia Begel Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund In honor of Emmalee Weinstein becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Faye & Victor Rutcofsky, Lisa & Jay Woliner In honor of the birth of Betty & Chuck Shaffer’s grandson – Clarissa & Sam Weiss In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Claire Heymann, Evelyn & Irving Missan, Honey Savishinsky, In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Ellen Charno Lisa & Jay Woliner, Hannah & Julie Feldman, Carol & In honor of Emmalee Weinstein becoming a Bat Mitzvah Bob Bellman, Gussie Wertheimer, Linda Friedman – Ohr Chadash Religious School In honor of Morton Kleinman’s 94th birthday – Faye & In honor of Kayla Brantz becoming a Bat Mitzvah – Ohr Victor Rutcofsky Chadash Religious School In honor of Marilyn Kaufman’s many years of upstanding In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol and devoted service to ICCJ as President – Karen & A. Wieselthier – Florence & Mac Uydess Mitch Halper In memory of Sybil Bauman’s husband Fred – Florence In honor of the marriage of Shari Zuber’s son William & Mac Uydess Friedman to Sarah Mulhern – Lisa & Jay Woliner A donation was received from Cynthia Begel In honor of Marilyn Kaufman’s wonderful term of office as President of ICCJ – Clarissa & Sam Weiss Henri Gros Outreach Fund In honor of the birth of Betty & Chuck Shaffer’s grandson – Honey Savishinsky In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Linda & Henry Korobelnik Stay well wishes to Rayna Becker – ICCJ Sisterhood In honor of the marriage of Shari Zuber’s son William Get well wishes to Irv Missan – Marcia & Phil Brody, Friedman to Sarah Mulhern – Joyce & Dan Kurz, Irving ICCJ Sisterhood, Honey Savishinsky Taylor Get well wishes to Ruth Gutzeit – Honey Savishinsky, In honor of Betty Shaffer being chosen Women’s League ICCJ Sisterhood Torah Fund Woman of Achievement by ICCJ’s Sisterhood – Livia & Joel Rothman Get well wishes to Arthur Feld – Honey Savishinsky In honor of Barbara Kasavana’s special birthday – Karen Wishing Marsha Portnoy a full & speedy recovery – Edie & Mitch Halper Coan In honor of Mel Kaufman’s 80th birthday – Marcia & In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol Phil Brody, Evelyn & Irving Missan A. Wieselthier – Lillian Kurtz, Lisa & Jay Woliner, Claire In memory of Rosalyn Wieselthier’s husband, Hon. Sol Heymann, Honey Savishinsky, ICCJ Sisterhood A. Wieselthier – Linda & Henry Korobelnik, Marcia & In memory of her beloved father Norbert Feiwelsohn – Phil Brody, Tillie Rothbaum, Hannah & Julie Feldman, Reneé Nantista Karen & Mitch Halper