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Issue 5, Volume 1
A bi-monthly publication
In this issue
Rabbis Corner Cantors Notes, Reflections From the President, Lifelong Jewish Learning Whats Happening Brotherhood Women of Sinai Social Action Committee Israel Committee Scene at Sinai Sinai Social Action Day My Sinai Supporting Sinai May Calendar June Calendar July Calendar August Calendar In the Sinai Family Those We Remember Summer at Sinai Contributions 2 3 4-6 7-9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16-17 18 19 20 21 22 23-24 25-26 27-29 30-31
Shabbat Behar Leviticus 25:1 - 26:2 May 13 Rockin Shabbat Service 6:15 pm May 14 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Jordan Strouse Bar Mitzvah 10 am
Shabbat Bechukotai Leviticus 26:3 - 27:34 May 20 Shabbat Limud (learning) 6:15 pm May 21 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Ben Spector Bar Mitzvah 4:30 pm
Shabbat Shlach Numbers 13:1 - 15:41 June 17 Shabbat Service 6:15 pm June 18 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Sara Nocton Bat Mitzvah 10 am
Shabbat Bamidbar Numbers 1:1 - 4:20 May 27 Shabbat Tikkun HaNefesh 6:15 pm Reading Nook Dedication May 28 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am
Shabbat Korach Numbers 16:1 - 18:32 June 24 Shabbat Service 6:15 pm June 25 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Camille Davre Bat Mitzvah 10 am
Rabbi David B. Cohen Cantor Rebecca Robins Rabbi Emeritus Jay R. Brickman Director of Administration Karen Lancina Program Coordinator Jen Friedman Sinai News Nicole Sether Congregation Sinai 8223 N. Port Washington Road Fox Point, WI 53217 414.352.2970 414.352.0944 (fax) www.congregationsinai.org
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Rabbis Corner
Faith in an Age of Doubt
From time to time, I am asked the question: Do you have to believe in God to be a good Jew? My answer is: yes and no. Lets begin with the no. For Jews, faith is not the litmus test for entry to the synagogue or the community, let alone to the hereafter. Redemption hinges not on belief in a personal savior but on our behavior, the way we treat those around us. Ultimately, you dont have to believe in God to be a good Jew, but you do have to act as if you believe in God, behaving in accord with the Torahs moral teachings. And yet, Judaism doesnt think faith is unimportant. Judaism has always recognized and encouraged a relationship with God, even as it recognizes our right to question Gods nature and justice. As a Jew, one can be an agnostic but not an atheist. We are commanded to wrestle with the God question, not deny it. Even so, perfect faith is not our goal. In this way, Judaism acknowledges a key paradox: the presence of doubt is precisely what causes faith to flourish. Let me say that again: in Judaisms view, faith is contingent on doubt. In recent centuries, weve lived in an age of certainty. Science defined truth as that which is observable, verifiable and replicable. Faith was a belief in those things that couldnt be observed, verified, or replicated. Today, as the structures that defined certainty are collapsing, faith is regaining its centrality and purpose. This isnt a new realization. Even the events of the Bible make clear that certainty never leads to faith. When the Israelites experienced miracle upon miracle during the Exodus, they emerged as despairing and unbelieving as they were before. At the very moment the sea split, Midrash tells us some questioned whether similar tunnels through the water had opened elsewhere, and were the Egyptians, at that very moment, crossing to attack them on the other side? Indeed, if the certainty of miracles personally experienced didnt produce faith, why would we expect the certainty of science to do any better? In fact, those making a career in scientific research often find their faith growing over the years; fully aware how much is still unknowable, from the inner recesses of the human body to the origins of the universe, they are humbled. Whats more, in areas that science has shed a light of understanding, scientists are left with a more impenetrable question: we may have learned how a part of the world functions but we are still left wondering, why. Science can address the mechanics of things but not the question of meaning. In addition to its inability to address questions of meaning, a quest for certainty carries with it profound risks. During the enlightenment, European Jews asked, "What do we need to do to Judaism to submit it to European discourse in order to make it palatable in the open marketplace? How can we resolve faith and reason? Ultimately, this strategy was flawed. It assumed that others would be convinced by objective truth and that we share a set of standards against which that truth might be evaluated. Instead, it led to competition to convince others that ones truth was correct and, ultimately, to religious violence. Truth was severed from religion and both were sundered from certainty. The result was twentieth century violence and destruction. Today, we live in what some call the post-modern world; now the entire world is in doubt, open to questions. We understand that a quest for certainty cannot satisfy our spiritual needs. Rav Soloveitchik, Bostons venerated orthodox leader of the mid twentieth century, suggested that the yearning to know more doesnt always help us be more. He describes watching the night sky in the desert. We can respond in two ways, he offers: we can see the sky and want to explore or we can see the sky and simply marvel. At times, sciences ability to demystify the world can, as through medicine, save lives. At other times, it prevents us from standing in awe. Remember: doubt is no enemy of faith. A faith that lives comfortably with doubt, that can forgo certainty and embrace a degree of mystery, is one that will be more appealing for all who seek religious meaning in their lives in today's Jewish world. Here is a prayer from Mishkan Tefila that reflects the age of doubt in which we live: AS YOU TAUGHT TORAH to those whose names I bear, teach me Torah, too. Its mystery beckons, yet I struggle with its truth. You meant Torah for me: did You mean the struggle for me, too? Don't let me struggle alone; help me to understand, to be wise, to listen, to know ... Lead me into the mystery. Mishkan Tefila, Page 151 -Rabbi David B. Cohen
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Cantors Notes
Shabbat in Summer
Though there is snow and ice falling from the sky as I write this, this issue of the Sinai News has me thinking about summer. Warm days and gentle evening breezes are soon in the future. With long lines at Kopp's, picnics at the lake, bike weather and summer camp imminent, I can't help but get excited for the season ahead! Summertime arriving soon also means Summer Shabbat at Sinai, and that is most certainly something to look forward to. Summer services are an amazing experience - a comfortable and casual atmosphere, reunions with our 'snowbirds,' our beautiful outdoor worship space, and the special delight of children swinging on willow trees during the oneg. Sunglasses are a normal part of Shabbat attire in the summer, and popsicles often make an appearance at the oneg. And of course, what could be a greater celebration of God's rest from creation, than sitting and celebrating Shabbat surrounded by community and nature? In general, summertime is the perfect time to reconnect ourselves to the weekly cycle of Jewish life. Late sunsets and relaxed work schedules make the perfect opportunity for Shabbat dinners with friends on outdoor furniture, or long, lingering Shabbat picnics with family on Saturday afternoon. Southeast Wisconsin builds in natural Shabbat activities like long bike rides or hikes through the Kettle-Moraine. Warm temperatures means the entire car gets filled with the yummy scent of challah on the way home, and Shabbat dessert is filled with the delicious flavors of summer fruits. As summer approaches, perhaps it is worthwhile to take a moment and consider how to make Shabbat a regular part of our schedule. I hope to see you at Sinai this summer, celebrating Shabbat and celebrating what will surely be a beautiful summer. -Cantor Rebecca Robins
Reflections
Some years ago, our congregation sponsored a lecture series, featuring outstanding personalities on the American scene. One of our speakers was a publisher in the South of a Jewish periodical with wide distribution. The sentiments expressed in his publication, paralleling my own, were somewhat left of center. He spoke well; his presence on stage was genial and personable. In our personal interactions, I found this individual to be insufferable; he was irritating and demanding. On the opposite side of the political spectrum was the free-market exponent, Milton Friedman, distinguished professor of Economics at the University of Chicago. I had difficulty with his point of view, but found him a warm and charming individual. I thoroughly enjoyed our hamish lunch at Jakes Deli on North Avenue. My conclusion, after contact with all speakers, was that there was small correlation between character and political orientation. In an ancient dispute between rabbis of a more or less traditional perspective, the debate was interrupted by a voice from heaven, proclaiming both views represent the words of the living God. The voice was addressing, not the political views, but the character of the participants. The goal of the religious life, and key to the well being of the community, is the possession of the twin virtues, wisdom and morality. The compromise necessitated by the conflicting views of leaders, possessing these values, will provide a beacon of light to the community they serve. -Rabbi Jay R. Brickman
Please join us in showering our daughter, Jessica Ketten and our future son-in-law, David Levi with blessings before their marriage on Friday, May 20 at 6:15 p.m. A festive oneg will follow. -Judi & Michael Ketten
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Adult Education
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Family Picnic and Fun Bring a picnic lunch for your family and well provide the yummy dessert and fun including planting the Sukkah garden!
5th Grade Prophet Presentation: Nathan Taylor, Alex Laing and Michael Rabenn.
2:00 PM
Meet us at the JCC as we walk in support of Israel! Stay for an amazing celebration of Yom Haatzmaut, Israel Independence day!
This meeting is for parents with children celebrating Bnei Mitzvah between August 2012 and June 2013.
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for a school-wide sing-a-long and awards assembly. Dear Moms A Day to Celebrate You!
What could be better? Join us after the school-wide sing-a-long and awards for a light breakfast, mimosas and chair massages on us!!
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Whats Happening
Fun raising Party Committee: Laura Waisbren, Stacy Schwab, Idy Goodman, Robin Arenzon, Marlene Lauwasser, Susan Stuckert, Jill Weinshel and Judi Ketten chair-Rosalie Leib
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Whats Happening
Tot Shabbat!
For children through 2nd grade, we'd love for you to start your Shabbat with us! Our Tot Shabbat is a great way to come sing and pray and get ready for Shabbat together! We'll play our instruments and march with the Torah together. Join Rabbi Cohen and Cantor Robins on the steps of the bima at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 6th. Bring your moms, dads, grandparents and your singing voice for a great Shabbat together!
Staying Connected
The Congregation Sinai Library is filled with wonderful Jewish literature for adults and children.
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Whats Happening
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Sinai Committees
Brotherhood News
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Sinai Committees
Women of Sinai News
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Sinai Committees
Social Action
Social Action Volunteer Opportunities
1. Literacy Services of Wisconsin In February, India McCanse, Director of Literacy Services of Wisconsin (LSW) spoke to our congregation. With illiteracy affecting over 20% of the population in parts of Milwaukee, YOU can really make a difference. LSW offers three distinct programs: adult basic education (reading and spelling), English as a Second Language and G.E.D. preparation. Go to the website at www.literacyservices.org to find out how you can be trained and volunteer. 2. Glean Machine Every year around the time of Shavuot, Tikkun Ha-Ir collects new and gently used clothing, toys, books, games, household items, toiletries, bed linens and towels to replenish the stocks of community organizations, shelters and agencies. This year the collections will be between June 12th16th. Congregation Sinai will be the drop off site Sunday, June 12th. Volunteers are needed to deliver items to the Glean Machine collection site, staff the Glean Machine drop-off in our synagogue parking lot, and help sort the items at the end of the week. There will be a training on May 25. Please call Idy Goodman at (414) 351-3386if you are interested in and able to do any of the above tasks. 3. Congregation Sinai Social Action Day. Join us Sunday, June 5th at Community Advocates Family Shelter. Please see page 15 for more information about this event!
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Sinai Committees
Israel Committee
One cold Sunday in February Feb. 27 Sinai held Yom Yisrael (Israel Day), which warmed my heart, and the hearts of many religious school kids. They learned something about Israel, and what it means to live there. Paz Goldschmidt (Israeli emissary at MJF, and a Sinai member) and Cantor Robins planned all the activities. Almost 100 kids of different ages (K-6) participated. The activities were dedicated to what is familiar to every Israeli: cutting Israeli salad, doing puzzles, playing trivia, and making arts and crafts. The most engaging activity was a make believe IDF (Israeli Defense Force) recruiting process a simulation of what takes place in the life of every 16 year old Israeli before entering the army. Paz took the children on a tour and played games on a floor map of Israel. They learned about Naharia (where our sister congregation, Emet veShalom is located) and other places in Israel. They saw how tiny Israel is, and what countries Israel borders. They solved quiz questions, highlighting Israeli history, geography, its accomplishments, and inventions. They shared their own experiences visiting Israel, or planning to do so with other kids. At the end of the day the art room was filled with pretty paper hamsas made by each student, and every kid got a snack of Israeli candy, creating a sensation of warmth and special sweetness, so fitting for Yom Yisrael. On behalf of the Sinai Israel Committee, thank you to all who made this special day happen. Eti Ganin Israel Committee Co-chair
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Scene at Sinai
Making Israeli salad on Israel Day. Students enjoy Israel Day with Community Shlicha Paz Goldschmidt on a giant map of Israel!
Scene it at Sinai? Dont forget to bring your camera to the next Sinai event and share your photos! Send to: jfriedman@congregationsinai.org
Volunteers for the Chaverim Seder: Joanne Roberts, Robin Arenzon, Doje Sherman, and Edith Gillman
David, Paul and Bobbi Rector enjoy the joint Congregation Sinai and Shalom Second Seder.
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Plant the vegetable garden Plant large flower pots decorating the entrance Paint a new staff meeting room Prepare toiletry care kits
RSVP to Idy Goodman to attend and/or arrange donations at (414) 351-3386 or igoodman2@mac.com by June 1st.
Please bring your own shovels, spades and work gloves (clearly labeled with your name)
Or Donate:
Place sun and shade-loving plants or vegetable seedlings in the wagon in the Sinai foyer beginning June 1st. Place toiletries in the SDC bin. Cash for purchase of toiletries and plants can be sent to Congregation Sinai C/O Social Action Committee.
*Sinai is collecting items to fill toiletry kits for newcomers to the SDC Family Shelter. Please bring the following items to the collection barrel in the entrance to Sinai by June 3: wash cloths, combs, hair picks, hair brushes, bars of soap, razors, toothbrushes, regular sized toothpaste, shampoo & conditioner, deodorant, lotions. WE NEED A LOT!!!!
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My Sinai
Culture Connection
Come celebrate "Tradition!" with Sinai's Culture Connection at FIDDLER ON THE ROOF!
The Tony Award winning musical that has captured the hearts of people all over the world embarks on its North American Tour and will make a stop at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts this June.
Based on the stories of Sholom Aleichem, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is a timeless classic, featuring songs like "Matchmaker, Matchmaker," "If I Were A Rich Man" and "Sunrise, Sunset." No other musical has so magically woven music, dance, poignancy and laughter into such an electrifying and unforgettable experience. The Sinai Culture Connection has secured great seats at great prices- Orchestra seating, regularly $71, is only $50 Front loge, regularly $61, is $30 Back loge, regularly $41, is $20. Use the link below to order your tickets. They will be mailed to you directly. (You will need to create an account. Group code is sinai.)
www.marcuscenter.org/mcaccess
Order early for best seats! Based on the response we may host dinner at Sinai at 5:30 for those attending. Please also register on Eventbrite at http://fiddlerontheroofcultureconnection.eventbrite.com so we know you are attending. Any questions? Please contact Jen Friedman at 414-352-2970 or jfriedman@congregationsinai.org
Condolences to:
Hamakon YNachemMay God Comfort
Susan Higgins-Larkey, Eliana Larkey, Maggie Higgins and Michael Higgins on the death of their husband and father, Dr. Hirsh Larkey. Dr. Jay Larkey and Lois Malawsky on the death of their son, Dr. Hirsh Larkey. Judith Saltzstein and Sandy Saltzstein on the death of their husband and father, Arthur Saltzstein. Cantor Rebecca Robins and Zerek Schwartz on the death of Janice Higgins. Lauri Roth and Brandon and Eric Roth on the death of their father and grandfather, Morris Fredlich.
Welcome to:
Michael, Gillian & Roger Gosman
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Supporting Sinai
Sunday, May 15
(last day of Religious School)
What is Scrip?
Scrip means substitute money. Through Sendiks Food Market Scrip program 5% of what you pay for your Scrip card is donated to Sinai .
Scrip cards can be used at any Balestreri owned Sendiks: Elm Grove, Franklin, Germantown, Grafton, Greenfield, Mequon, Wauwatosa and Whitefish Bay.
Questions? Contact: Lori Salinsky: lsalinsky@att.net, or call Cara Seppi-Bern (262) 236-0263
Sinai Wishes
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Underwriting Opportunities:
Carpet cleaner HEPA Vacuum Cleaner
Available Dates for Sponsorships: June 3 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 26
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Mikey Carruth
Mikey Carruth of Bayside will celebrate becoming a Bar Mitzvah on May 7, 2011 at Congregation Sinai. He is the son of Nancy and Joseph Carruth and is a 7th grader at Bayside Middle School. Mikey loves baseball, soccer, skiing, and spending time with family and friends. In commemoration of his Bar Mitzvah, Mikey is helping out at local food kitchens and donating funds to the Miracle League of Milwaukee, an organization dedicated to providing a baseball experience to the physically and mentally disabled. Mikey is very proud to become a Bar Mitzvah and looks forward to doing more for his Jewish Community. Mikey and his family wish to thank Rabbi Cohen, Cantor Robins, and Linda Ross for their generous guidance and support in getting Mikey ready for his big day.
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Camille Davre
Camille Davre will become a Bat Mitzvah on June 25th. She is excited to celebrate this day with family and friends from here, France, and across the country. Cami is the daughter of Angela and Jerome, sister of Benjamin, granddaughter of Barry Zuckerman, Carol and Michael Tarnoff, Monique and Roger Davre, and great-granddaughter of Roddy Samuels. Cami's Torah portion is Korach from the book of Numbers. Camille is a 6th grader at Whitefish Bay Middle School. Although Cami enjoys school, her favorite subject is Physical Education. She also loves playing soccer and running. She is a talented singer and will be sharing her voice at several nursing homes for her Mitzvah project. While Cami is anxious about her Bat Mitzvah as it quickly approaches, she is also very excited to have her family and friends share this special occasion with her. She and her family appreciate all the efforts by the Sinai community, especially the help she has received from Rabbi David Cohen, Cantor Rebecca Robins, and Linda Ross. Their support and guidance have been invaluable in reaching this special milestone in life.
August Wettstein
Gus Wettstein will become a Bar Mitzvah on August 20, 2011. Gus is the son of Carrie and John Wettstein, and the brother of Lily Wettstein. Gus will be an 8th grader at Shorewood Intermediate School in the fall. He is an avid snowboarder, skateboarder, runner, and a Packers fan. Working with Rabbi Cohen, Cantor Robins and Linda Ross make this important experience even more special. Gus and his family extend their gratitude to these dedicated and talented leaders of the B'nei Mitzvah program for their guidance and support.
Ari Schermer
Ari Schermer will become a Bar Mitzvah on August 27, 2011. He is the son of Brian and Deborah and younger brother of Jacob. This summer, Ari will have completed seventh grade at Shorewood Intermediate School. He is a competitive gymnast and plays the violin. In addition, Ari enjoys skateboarding, skiing and hiking. He loves the outdoors and is concerned about environmental issues of today, such as effects of pesticides in our food. For his Torah portion, Ari will be reading a section that lists the dietary laws we follow for kashrut. To connect this topic of food with his interest in Tikkun Olam, his mitzvah project is to volunteer at Growing Power, an urban Community Food Center in Milwaukee that grows organic vegetables, herbs, fish, poultry, even bees, for the purpose of making healthy food choices available to people in all communities. Ari is looking forward to becoming a Bar Mitzvah and sharing his special day with family and friends. He and his parents thank Cantor Robins, Rabbi Cohen and Linda Ross for their guidance and assistance in helping him prepare for this day.
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Those We Remember
May Yarhzeits
May 6, 2011 Miriam Baum David Becker Helen Butlein Dr. Benno Gruenberg Beatrice Rabinovitz Kapper Hinda Larkey Edward Levy Ruth Mayer Marilyn Meissner Lester J. Meyer Pearl Stolzer Shirley Wile May 13, 2011 Mollie Friedland Itzhak Friedlander Erwin Grossmann Robert Hersch Louis Kahn Paul F. Meissner Bessie Kaplan Mendelson Frances Pories Paul Pugach Ann Barbara Rice Bess Rosenberg Nina Rotman Corrine Smith Leonard Stein Maurice Stemerman Rose Taitelman May 20, 2011 Rae Baily Susann Colton Gerald Flegel William Friedman Wolfe Gershan Sylvia Jacobs Eva Jolton Jack Kohlenberg R. Todd Lappin Siegfried Lowin Mathilda Luff Hyman Wolfe Madnek Leah Mlavsky Gladys Nemson Rachel Porter Harriet Propper Arthur Ross Abe Sevak Ann Stein Erno Weisz Etalka Weisz Izsador Weisz Joey Weisz Jupi Weisz Linka Weisz Mimmi Weisz Sara Yerukhimovich May 27, 2011 Dr. Maurice J. Ansfield Dr. Irvin M. Becker Sabilia Bibbye Lieberman Florence Boorstein Deborah Schwartz Fields Fanny Frank Sara Goldstein Tillie Jacobs Lee Kass Maurice Kimmel Bessie Kohlenberg Joseph Lieberman Edward Portnoff Samuel E. Schecter
June Yarhzeits
June 3, 2011 Goldye Anoff Borkovitz Edith Bilsky Fran Morris Boxer Hans Nathan Brauer Martha Brauer Robert Brill Arthur Goldstein Sol Gollin Martin Jacobs Sam Kaufman Edward Loewenthal Marvin Mandel Milton Peterman Ann Recht Charles Schapiro Edith Sarah Schermer Gertrude Schulner June 10, 2011 Sadye Brown Solomon Brown Louis Cohen Barbara Eiseman Frieda Friedman Myron Fromstein Murray Glass Louis Greenebaum Sr. Bessie Hiken Robert Hindin Beatrice Hoffman Manny Rotter Joseph Sadowsky Abe Simon Sophie Smuckler Harry Soifer Jack Stark Gene L. Suvalsky June 17, 2011 Daniel B. Albert David Fishkin Helen Goldberg Izzie King David Lipshultz Robert Pereles Else May Rubinstein Dick Schulhof Max Schulner Dr. Sidney J. Silbar Evelyn Silverstein Doris Tishberg Dr. Eugene Jack Usow Ben J. Wiener Morton Wolfe Earl Zechman June 24, 2011 Dr. Theodore Cayle Murray Denemark Ardell Eisenberg Rose Fishkin Avram Gelbart Grace Gruenberg Dr. Raymond Henkin Herman Larkey William E. Miller Dr. Harold Ottenstein Judith Peck Morris Rabinovitz Elza Roth Irving Sanderson Sam Sevak Nathan Weinberg Min Ziskind
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July Yarhzeits
July 1, 2011 Sheldon Baily Mae Bogost Brickman Marc Andrew Flesch Eugene (Gene) Frank Helen Grossmann Selma Joy Kay Jack D. Levin Seymour Meltzer Bessie Mendelsohn Lilli Meyer Ida Montag Marian Newald Eric Rofes Louise Rofes Flora Rotman Ruth Schmidt Leo Shafton Ida Zechman July 8, 2011 Henrietta Aronow Jeanette Barnow Beverly Bender Norman Brickman Nellie Cherniack Selma Chernaick Nasberg Frances Fershtman Allen Goldmann David Holman Robert W. Mann Miriam Miringoff Mamie Muchin Laura Peterson Yeva Pinsky Andrew Jackson Roach Harry Scklore Arthur Stone Ervin Teplin Kate E. Wiener July 15, 2011 Bunny Abelson Michael E. Freeman Helen Goldstein Ellis Hassel Harold Horowitz Ben King Molly Komisar Lillian Koven William Luff Esther Mandel Irwin Porter Judee Ross William Werbel July 22, 2011 Edith Margoles Adelman Clarice Chard Rose Engel Mae Fine Simon Gelbart Morty Greenspan Molly Halper Leon Hirsh Ruth Levin Saltzberg Freda Levine Katherine Gollin Miller Willard Bud Pollak Robert Rice Sam Rosenbloom Jay Schmidt Joseph Sherman Steven Stone Arnold Strickon Lillian Wiener May Winter I. Mark Zeligs July 29, 2011 Murray Bein Anne Berger Joel Bilsky Harry Boorstein Gregory M. Cheplin Elaine K. Doyle Ben Feld Susan Folz Dan Fried Myne Minnie Hootkin John Mann Sylvia Razeper Mintz Ben Peterman Nancie Stern Peterman Nathan Schapiro Rena Schechter Ruth Simon Howard B. Tepps
August Yarhzeits
August 5, 2011 Samuel Chase Eva Eisenberg Dorf Nat Goldsmith Sarah Goodman Harry Meissner Ruth Pereles Edna Polacheck Ari Porat Slava Porat Rachel Presley Lorraine Rosen Leonard Roth Lucia K. Schaub Molly Scklore Howard Silver William Stern Robin Temkin Ethel Veit August 12, 2011 Ceil Baum Sally Bodanskya Lawrence Chudnow Bertha Falk Barbara Fox Gerald Goldbaum Bill Goldberger Marie (Mickey) Green Margaret Kaufmann William Kaufmann Neel Wehe Laing Joseph Lauwasser Abraham Melamed Isabelle Polacheck Janet Shlimovitz Albert Willis Sam Winick Arthur Zechman August 19, 2011 Jack Brandes Agatha Calisch Elsie Chase Laurence Eiseman John Feldman Faye Gershon Eleanor Goldberg Murray Herman Louis Lebow Jay Lieberman Larry D. Lieberman Joseph Lubar Fanny Mossman David Orenstein Ruth F. Orenstein Max Recht Marvin Resnick Harry Rubinstein Molly Schwartz Edna Sigal Hyman Stern Louis Temkin Yetta Usow August 26, 2011 Helen Blesser Bernard Borkovitz Richard Cook Sheldon Frank Esther Gilber Robert Glick Ida Heifetz Berman William C. Heller Jr. Rose Hoffman Sherwin J. Kader Roland Meissner Melvin Orenstein Ronald Padway Jacob Schapiro Ben Stein Sylvia Stern Leo Weiss
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Summer at Sinai!
Check out all our Summer Happenings Here!
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Summer at Sinai
Summer Shabbat Service Schedule
Shabbat Chukat Numbers 19:1 - 22:1 July 1 Tot Shabbat 5:30 pm Happy Birthday America Outdoor Shabbat 6 pm July 2 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Shabbat Devarim Deuteronomy 1:1 - 3:22 August 5 Tot Shabbat 5:30 pm Outdoor Wine & Cheese Shabbat 6 pm August 6 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Shabbat Vaetchanan Deuteronomy 3:23 - 7:11 August 12 Outdoor Shabbat Service 6 pm August 13 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Sydney Stelzer Bat Mitzvah 10 am Shabbat Eikev Deuteronomy 7:12 - 11:25 August 19 Outdoor Softball Shabbat Service 6 pm BBQ to follow August 20 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am August Wettstein Bar Mitzvah 10 am Shabbat Reeh Deuteronomy 11:26 - 16:17 August 26 Outdoor Shabbat Service 6 pm August 27 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am Ari Schermer Bar Mitzvah 9 am
Shabbat Balak Numbers 22:2 - 25:9 July 8 Outdoor Shabbat Service 6 pm July 9 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am
Shabbat Pinchas Numbers 25:10 - 30:1 July 15 Outdoor Shabbat Service 6 pm July 16 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am
Shabbat Matot Numbers 30:2 - 32:42 July 22 Outdoor Shabbat Service 6 pm July 23 Torah Study 8 am Morning Minyan 9:30 am
Shabbat Masei Numbers 33:1 - 36:13 July 29 Outdoor Shabbat Service 6 pm July 30 Torah Study 8 am
Know anyone interested in Sinai? Bring them along for a meet and greet and outdoor services at 6:00 pm.
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Spring-Summer 2011
Summer at Sinai
Important Fall Dates
Mark your calendars now! 1st Day of Sunday Religious School
(K-6th grades)
Smore Shabbat!
Friday, Sept. 2, 2011 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 24, 2011 (Erev) Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Thursday, September 29, 2011 Friday, September 30, 2011 (Kol Nidre) Friday, October 7, 2011 Saturday, October 8, 2011 (Erev) Wednesday, October 12, 2011 Thursday, October 13, 2011 (Erev) Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Thursday, October 20, 2011
Bring the family and make a smore with the Rabbi following services!
Kids at camp?
Email us their address so Rabbi Cohen & Cantor Robins can be in touch! Reply to : khintz@congregationsinai.org
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Contributions
Donations received from 1/29/11 to 3/31/11 Adult Programming and Education Endowment Fund In memory of Joe Jubar Dean & Laurie Segal In memory of Arthur Saltzstein Marv & Marlene Lauwasser In memory of Sidney Schatz Marc & Carol Schatz In memory of Joe Weiss and Francine Adolph Merle Wasserman Andy Brickman Museum Fund In memory of Janice Kahn Howard & Harriet Weiss In memory of Donald Musickant Herbert & Rosalie Bratt Joseph Hahn Francis Kaczeka Al & Dorothy Meyers Phil Musickant & Stephanie Astrin Rodney & Christine Upton Miriam Miringoff Kitchen Fund In honor of Bob Eisemans 80th birthday Michael & Judi Ketten In memory of Joe Lubar Judi & Michael Ketten Tzedakah Fund In memory of Lillian Allschwang BJ & Elyse Cohn & family Allan & Shari Luck For Bethesda Meal Program Anonymous In memory of Jay Goodman Bill & Idy Goodman & family In memory of Werner Loewenstein Paul Loewenstein & Jodi Kaufman Loewenstein In memory of Joe Lubar Michael & Joan Friedman Bill & Idy Goodman Glenn & Eileen Graves Alan & Shari Luck In memory of Tessie Luck BJ & Elyse Cohn & family Allan & Shari Luck In memory of Clarence Schmidt Ken & Lois Schmidt In memory of Sadie Weiner Morton & Naomi Soifer Rabbis Discretionary Fund In appreciation Rick Meyer & Gail Hoffman Family of Louis Stein In memory of Benjamin Adelman Albert Adelman In memory of Esther Ansfield James J. Ansfield In memory of Nanette Berlin In memory of Helen Koppel In memory of Harold Segal Barbara Shafton In memory of A. Leon Fishbach In memory of Sylvia Fishbach In memory of Pearl Stolzer Nathan & Susan Fishbach & family In memory of Ellen Friedlander Theodore & Jean Friedlander In memory of Eugene Horenstein Rattner family In memory of Joe Lubar Marian Brill Stuart & Bobbe Fine Jeffrey Frank Jim & Deborah Gollin Alan & Jodi Holman Allen & Patricia Rieselbach Jim & Lori Salinsky Robert & Esther Sametz Barbara Shafton Richard Taylor & Kim Temkin-Taylor In memory of Charles Lubotsky Barbara Shafton In memory of Raymond Rattner Gary & Beth Rattner Rattner family In memory of Charles Rotman Don & Sheila Taitelman In memory of Harold Segal Bede Segal & family In memory of Anne Shapiro Ronald & Beth Shapiro Cantors Discretionary Fund In appreciation Rick Meyer & Gail Hoffman In memory of Brain Adair David, Madeleine, Hannah & Patrick Lubar In memory of Theodore Pories Bill & Linda Ross Passport to Israel Fund In memory of Joe Lubar Naomi Arbit In memory of Rachel Marks father In memory of Sherwood Temkin Lloyd & Sheri Levin In memory of Michael Resnick Naomi Arbit Contributions made to the Temple In memory of Bea Chudnow Richard Chudnow In honor of Bob Eisemans 80th birthday Margie Becker Herbert & Rosalie Bratt Joan & Michael Friedman Leonard & Diana Goldstein In memory of Joe Lubar Jeffery & Mary Albercht Daniel & Amy Argall D. Ariens Robert & Barbara Aronson Mark & Debbie Attanasio Stan & Amy Baratz Margie Becker Ann Berkman William & Julia Berry Joel & Gerry Biller Morty & Barbie Blutstein Stuart & Lotta Brafman Herb & Rosalee Bratt M.R. Breslauer Mark & Cheryl Brickman Burkwald & Associates Eric & Jayne Butlein Donald & Barbara Buzard Jim & Bobbi Caraway Steve & Jane Chernof Chuck & Geri Clausen Cogdell Spencer Erdman Bruce & Lisa Cohen Randall & Kathleen Crocker Jim & Penny Deshur Development Corp for Israel Eldene Doyle Marshall & Yvonne Dunkleman Maureen Eichenbaum Bob & Eve Eiseman Russ & Merzy Eisenberg Mr. & Mrs. Richard Elden Suzy Ettinger James & Pat Ericson Katherine Falk Larry & Jill Field William Fitzpatrick Jim & Ellen Flesch Florentine Opera Company, Inc. Fran Franklin Friebert, Finertry & St. John, S.C. Friedlander & Co., Inc. Burton & Anne Friedman Rick & Lili Friedman Lynett Glenn Gloria Goldenberg Jeffrey & Susan Goldenberg Leonard & Deedee Goldstein Christopher Goller Jay & Terry Goodman Seema Gorens Thomas Goris Jr. Gloria Gottlieb Marty & Beverly Greenberg Jerry & Kathleen Grundhofer Gary & Judy Guten Richard Hack Brian Happ Robert Jr. & Stacey Hauck Michael & Judith Havice Kurt & Margaret Helin Philip & Elizabeth Hendrickson Harold & Sharon Hiken Elaine Holman Jeanne Jacobs Stanley Jolten Marlene Kagen Judith Keyes Max & Lilian Kleiman Gene & Stephanie Klurfeld Bill & Becky Komisar John Kopmeier Joyce Kuehl Lake Express Marv & Marlene Lauwasser Lloyd & Sheri Levin Leonard & Carol Lewensohn Bill & Debbie Lewin Shelby Lozoff Alfred Lubar David, Sara, Benjamin & Rebecca Lubar Elliot Lubar Robert, Janice & Elle Lubar Bob & Nancy Mandel David & Melina Marcus Andy & Jill Marcus Steve & Janice Marcus Greg & Linda Marcus
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Contributions
In memory of Joe Lubar (continued) Marquette Cap Partners, Inc. William McIntosh Robert Meldman Sunny Mendeloff Rick Meyer & Gail Hoffman Donna Miller Greg & Julie Miller Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Susan Minahan Lawrence & Judith Moon David & Sally Moskol Laurence & Barbara Newman Albert Nicholas Optique Captial Management & Staff Helen Padway Gil & Dottie Palay Bruce & Jeanette Peckerman Dave & Mindy Pelisek Harry & Marilyn Pelz William & Janice Pennington Wendell Perkins J. Lewis & Beverly Perlson Jim & Lisa Phillips E.J. & JoAnn Plesko Andrew Pokrass & Ellen Wagner Roger & Roey Pokrass Jerry & Jill Polacheck Gary & Ildiko Poliner David & Marcie Prokupek Rick & Gail Rakita Thomas & Lisa Read Toby Recht Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC RFP Commercial Inc. John & Marina Rosenberg Rob & Lauri Roth Betty Rupple Leonard Rush & Ann Johnson Jerry & Judy Salinsky Schenck SC Gerry & Art Schmidman Rick Schmidt & Staff of CG Schmidt Michael & Jeanne Schmitz Katherine Schuett Amy Schultz June Schuppel Richard & Michele Seesel Sheldon & Beverly Segal Sensient Technologies Foundation Doje Sherman Siegel-Gallagher Management Co. Philip Smith Gerald & Louise Stein Marc & Eva Stern Linda Stone Audrey Strnad Jesse & Kelly Strojinc Richard & Susan Stuckert Roger & Karen Sundell Minnette Teich L. William & Nicole Teweles Stuart & Ann Tisdale John Thomson John & Nane Thomson Jim & Julie Tynion David & Julia Uihlein Barry & Leslie Usow Charles & Laura Waisbren Bill & Deborah Walker Jeff, Ilene & Seth Wasserman Charles & Shirley Weisenthal David & Cindy Werner Mark & Nancy Weiner Margo Winter Sandra Zetley In memory of Sherwood Tempkin Marian Brill Jay & Terry Goodman In memory of Martin Zuckermans brother Gerry & Marcia Cherniack Landscape Fund In memory of Joe Lubar Richard Kahn & Sue Freeman In memory of Anna Rosenbloom William & Caroline Schulhof & family In memory of Harold Segal Dean & Laurie Segal Floral and Oneg Fund In memory of Andy Brickman In memory of Harriet Sederbaum Rabbi Jay R. Brickman In memory of Gregory Cheplin In memory of Sidney Silbar In memory of Ben Feld Dr. Muriel Silbar In memory of Karen Flesch Jim & Ellen Flesch In memory of Sylvia C. Levine Joan C. Levine In memory of Rose May Helen Padway In memory of David Meyers & Max Meyerowitz Al & Dorothy Meyers In memory of Milton Padway Rena Padway In memory of Lois Schatz Marc & Carol Schatz In memory of Lee Waxman Waxman family Chesed (Caring) Fund In memory of Ben Alberts & Esther Alberts Goldberg John & Bunny Fried In memory of Sarah Bender & Freda Bratt Herbert & Rosalie Bratt In honor of Bob Eisemans 80th birthday Al & Dorothy Meyers In memory of Hazel Loewenstein Paul Loewenstein & Jody Kaufman Loewenstein In memory of Joe Lubar John & Bunny Fried In memory of Issac Mlavsky Zorian & Alla Pinsky In memory of Anne Shapiro Donna Resek In memory of Harvey Simon Bede Segal & family In memory of Lillian Stone Scott, Nancy, Andrew & Stephanie Phillips Bob & Anita Stone In memory of Monroe Zarne Pauline Zarne Barbara Eiseman Memorial Fund for Spiritual Growth In honor of Bob Eisemans 80th birthday Ruth Goldmann Music Fund In memory of Aaron Cherniack Francis, Susan, & Steven Yorio In memory of Hutchins Kealy Sr. Kealy family In memory of Helen Koppel Steve & Wendy Koppel In memory of Gertrude Levin Jim & Deborah Gollin Janet Greenebaum Scholarship Fund In memory of Joe Lubar Christopher & Elizabeth Lee In memory of the son of Gloria Schwartz Hana Albert Jacob M. Fine & Family Library Fund In memory of Dorothy Goldberg In memory of Anne Goldstein Peter, Betsy, Jessica & Shelly Goldberg In memory of Jean Hoar In memory of Walter Hoar Fred & Ann Horwitz In memory of Milton Padway Helen Padway In honor of Ella Rose, 1st grandchild of Michael & Joan Friedman James & Judy Silbermann In memory of Ansel Schmidt Marc & Lori Jacobson Dorothy Schmidt Robert Grant Marks Youth Fund In memory of Joe Lubar Gerald & Brynn Bloch In memory of Ruth Zeligs Peter, Betsy, Jessica & Shelly Goldberg Future Fund In memory of Joe Lubar Polly Siegel Lieberman Memorial Arts Fund In memory of Sherwood Temkin Ruth Goldmann Prayer Book Fund In memory of Elizabeth Ebert Barbara Bradbury In memory of Albert May Helen Padway In memory of Margaret Schlossmann Bob Schlossmann
In an effort to streamline processes and reduce mailing costs, those making donations will receive recognition for their generosity in the Sinai News. Those honored or the family of someone remembered will receive notice in the mail from Congregation Sinai.
Congregation Sinai
8223 N. Port Washington Road, Fox Point, WI 53217
Member of the Union for Reform Judaism
Board of Trustees, 2010-2011
Judi Ketten President Marc Kartman Vice President John Mann Vice President Nick Padway Vice President David Cobb Treasurer Sandy Saltzstein Secretary Marlene Lauwasser Past President Patti Levy Past President Jim Salinsky Past President Dan Elias Membership Jenni Goldbaum Youth Education Andy Gollin Brotherhood Rob Golub Outreach Idy Goodman Social Action Toots Hassel Hugh Hoffman Finance Craig Johnson Social Action Ruth Lebed Rofes Steve Moglowsky Finance Bobbi Rector Fundraising Tom St John Finance Beth Shapiro Communications Susan Solvang Gift Shop Mark Sweet Young Families Jill Weinshel Celebrations
The form below may be used when submitting your donation. Those remembered will be promptly informed of your thoughtfulness. Please return form to the Sinai office. Please make checks payable to Congregation Sinai. Note: Suggested minimum donations is $10.00.
Adult Programming & Education Fund Andy Brickman Museum Fund Barbara Eiseman Memorial Fund for Spiritual Growth Cantors Discretionary Fund Chesed (Caring) Fund Floral & Oneg Fund Jacob M. Fine & Family Library Fund Landscape Fund
Lieberman Memorial Arts Fund Miriam Miringoff Kitchen Fund Music Fund Passport to Israel Fund Rabbis Discretionary Fund Robert Grant Marks Youth Fund Tzedakah Fund Other_________________