Last Friday, Rabbi Leib addressed the issue of the then-pending judicial reform legislation in Israel. Yesterday, the Knesset voted to approve the first law in the process to overhaul Israel's judicial system.
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Honor a loved one's memory or celebrate the New Year by dedicating food baskets for the Molish Sanctuary bimah during the High Holy Days. Your dedication can be for Rosh HaShanah, Yom Kippur, or both. All dedications must be made by Friday, August 11.
Due to the current food shortage for those less fortunate than ourselves, we have chosen this option in lieu of flowers. Following the High Holy Days, these baskets will be donated to local food pantries.
Saturday, July 22 Bagels, shmear and coffee at 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by: Steve Lavner 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service led by: Steve Green, Michael Krassenstein & Barry Tinkleman Torah Reader: Sandi Cohen TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Jenkintown Food Cupboard Hunger Doesn't Take Vacation
Please continue to bring your canned food donations and place them in the bin at the rear entrance of the synagogue. The Food Cupboard greatly appreciates our donations in dealing with the high rate of food insecurity in our community.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, August 9 - 2:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Help save a life. Schedule an appointment now to donate. Contact Art Davis to register or for more information 215-205-3027.
Every Saturday morning Rabbi Bogot holds a dial in shabbat expierence. Anyone can participate. Instructions: 1. 9:45-10:00 a.m. enter: 605.313.5454 2. When asked for the Access Code Enter: 202323# 3. Rabbi Bogot will welcome folks and begin the Sabbath experience at 10:00 am. For additional information, please contact Rabbi Bogot (215) 885-2641 or hbogot@gmail.com.
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We will continue the sacred Jewish custom of publishing a Book of Remembrance This will include the prayers and readings used during our annual Yizkor service on Yom Kippur Day. $12 per name.
Deadline to submit this form is TOMORROW, Friday, July 14.
Shabbat Times
Friday, July 14 6:00 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Leib TBT Chapel and Zoom
Saturday, July 15 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Leib 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Rhoda Ryba TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Jenkintown Food Cupboard Hunger Doesn't Take Vacation
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, August 9 - 2:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Help save a life. Schedule an appointment now to donate. Contact Art Davis to register or for more information 215-205-3027.
Sisterhood Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg Mini Tournament August 23: 6:30p.m. - 9:00p.m. Cost $5 Look for an an email soon from mahjongg971@gmail.com to register. Space is limited ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ BIG MAH JONGG TOURNAMENT! October 22 Details and registration coming soon
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Shabbat Times
Friday, July 7 6:00 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Cantor Zarkh TBT Chapel and Zoom
Saturday, July 8 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Barry & Linda Weinstein 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Evelyn Fair TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, August 9 - 2:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Help save a life. Schedule an appointment now to donate. Contact Art Davis to register or for more information 215-205-3027.
Sisterhood Mah Jongg
Beginners Class starts on Wednesday, July 12 Its not to late to register! Contact Gail Steinfor information.
SAVE THE DATE! Mah Jongg Tournament (NMJL Rules) October 22, 2023 Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 8:30a.m.- 4:30p.m. 5 rounds Includes Continental Breakfast and Lunch Tell your friends! All players are welcome. Cash Prizes! Look for sign up information soon.
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We will be closed on Monday, July 3 & Tuesday, July 4
Welcome: Steven Goldstein Religious Education Director
Dear Congregants:
As the incoming Education Director at Old York Road Temple-Beth Am, I have never been more excited about starting a job than I am right now. That’s quite a statement, to be sure, because I’ve been blessed to hold the jobs of my dreams. I’ve been the Executive Director of state and national civil rights organizations, a Congressional lawyer who worked in both the U.S. House and Senate, and a television producer for Oprah Winfrey and two networks.
What makes Old York Road Temple-Beth Am different is its extraordinary membership, leadership, and educational mission for Jewish youth. Make no mistake: Inspiring Jews to love Judaism, especially for young Jews who hold the future of Judaism in their hands, is central not only to Beth Am’s mission, but also to mine. I’ve wanted to become a rabbi from the time I was 7. Today I’m a student at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College just three miles away from Beth Am. I am equally steeped in the Reform movement, having been a member of a Reform synagogue for many years as well as just completing a year as a rabbi and educator at a Reform synagogue in the Poconos.
More than setting my heart on the rabbinate, I have also set it to educate Jewish youth. Before I moved to Philadelphia, I was the leader of Garden State Equality, New Jersey’s largest civil rights organization, through which I personally taught workshops on character – yes, on menschlekeit, evoking Beth Am’s renowned Mensch Lab – to thousands of young people in schools and congregations across the state. My teaching sites included dozens of synagogues. I developed original curricula and cutting-edge pedagogic techniques that reached even the students deemed toughest to reach. I pursued every out-of-the-box teaching method you can imagine, including through soliciting parental input and adapting to students’ needs constantly. I also honed my pedagogy as a professor at Rutgers.
Out-of-the-box thinking, a hallmark of my career, is why I fell in love with Old York Road Temple-Beth Am throughout the interview process. The passion and creativity of Rabbi Leib, Cantor Zarkh, President Bruce Sham, Education Co-chairs Anita Block and Debbie Gettes Neibauer, and Executive Director Sherrie Turetsky – as well as the devotion of the entire Board of Directors – jumped into my heart. As you’ll see, I am one heck of a passionate leader and educator myself, and when you love what you do, young people know it. By the same token, I have big shoes to fill. Rabbi Tornberg was a spectacular Education Director, and I am determined to build upon what she so joyously and effectively created.
Though I have often been called a change agent, that doesn’t mean I would act on big things without the input of you, the congregation to which I am accountable. A hallmark of my own style is collaboration. During the weeks ahead, I will reach out to the parents of every student in the religious school one-on-one. I’ll want to know how we can individualize the educational experience at Old York Road-Temple Beth Am to meet the unique needs of every child. We all have different paths to finding the joy in Judaism. Working with our amazing Board, clergy, staff, and teachers, I intend to discover and nurture every child’s path.
I thank you for this opportunity of a lifetime.
Kol tuv, Steven Goldstein
Book of Remembrance
We will continue the sacred Jewish custom of publishing a Book of Remembrance This will include the prayers and readings used during our annual Yizkor service on Yom Kippur Day. Kindly submit this form no later than Friday, July 14 to honor the memory of your loved ones. $12 per name
Shabbat Times
Friday, June 30 6:00 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh TBT Chapel and Zoom
Saturday, July 1 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Green 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Donations and Dedications
We gratefully acknowledge your ongoing generous contributions to Beth Am. May & June Donations Please note that there is an approximate two week turnaround time for donations to be processed, so if you do not see your recent donation here, please check back in our next Donations newsletter.
Sisterhood
Sisterhood Theatre Trip to New York Some Like It Hot Wednesday, October 18, Matinee $200 for orchestra seat and bus fare Contact Sandy Sham to reserve your spot (215) 420-7455
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Friday, June 23 6:00 p.m. Pre-Neg - New Celebration Tree has Arrived in the Lobby! 7:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh with Adult Choir & June Anniversary Blessings
Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan, Installation of Executive Committee Officers & New Members of the Board of Directors
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We will continue the sacred Jewish custom of publishing a Book of Remembrance This will include the prayers and readings used during our annual Yizkor service on Yom Kippur Day. Kindly submit this form no later than Friday, July 14 to honor the memory of your loved ones. $12 per name
Shabbat Times
Friday, June 23 6:00 p.m. Pre-Neg 7:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan, Installation of Executive Committee Officers & New Members of the Board of Directors Molilsh Sanctuary & Livestream
Saturday, June 24 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Leib 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Steve Lavner TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
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6/20 11:00 a.m. Book Club: "Eternal" by Lisa Scottoline - Zoom
6/236:00 p.m. Pre-Neg followed by 7:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan & Installation of Officers and New Members of the Board of Directors
Book of Remembrance
We will continue the sacred Jewish custom of publishing a Book of Remembrance This will include the prayers and readings used during our annual Yizkor service on Yom Kippur Day. Kindly submit this form no later than Friday, July 14 to honor the memory of your loved ones. $12 per name
Shabbat Times
Friday, June 16 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh Past President Richard and Ilean Molish share their personal reflections following their recent trip to Israel with Federation’s Israel@75 Mission. TBT Chapel and Zoom
Saturday, June 17 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Steve Lavner 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Steve Lavner TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
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Regina Silikovitz, Granddaughter of Bob Silikovitz, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Boston University with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Behavior Challenges in School. She was President of Boston University Choral Society and performed as a Soprano.
Sue and Lew Fleishman are pleased to announce the birth of their granddaughter, Mira Fleishman, to their son, Brett and daughter-in-law, Ashley. Mira was born on March 26, 2023 in Boston.
Mazal Tov to Michele Socki for being one of 60 Philadelphia public school teachers honored with the annual Lindback Award for Distinguished Teachers. Teachers who receive the award are celebrated for creating positive and supportive learning environments, serving as role models for students, and inspiring co-workers.
Mazal tov to Jordan Unikel,
Eagle Scout - Troup 98 for completing his service project at Beth Am. Jordan revitalized the garden in the back parking lot and designed an outdoor classroom. Jordan’s vision was to create a new approach to learning through a connection to nature. The space, which can be utilized by SOEL, Mensch Lab, and our adult learners, features a lined path, accessible ramp and 3 benches.
Mazal Tov to Ryan Singer on receiving his certificate in graphic arts from North Montco Technical Career Center and a platinum fellowship award for more than 120 hours of service to the Philly Friendship Circle .
Welcome New Members
Scott & Rachel Goldstein
Jewish Heritage Night at the Phillies
5 Tickets Left Email Jackieto reserve yours today. Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Wednesday, June 21, 6:40p.m. Tickets are $30 Seats will be bewteen sections 412 and 428.
Upcoming Events
6/20 11:00 a.m. Beth Am Book Club: Eternal by Lisa Scottoline Elisabetta, Marco, and Sandro grow up as the best of friends despite their differences. Elisabetta is a feisty beauty who dreams of becoming a novelist; Marco the brash and athletic son in a family of professional cyclists; and Sandro a Jewish mathematics prodigy, kind-hearted and thoughtful, the son of a lawyer and a doctor. Their friendship blossoms to love, with both Sandro and Marco hoping to win Elisabetta's heart. But in the autumn of 1937, all of that begins to change as Mussolini asserts his power, aligning Italy's Fascists with Hitler's Nazis and altering the very laws that govern Rome. In time, everything that the three hold dear--their families, their homes, and their connection to one another--is tested in ways they never could have imagined.
6/236:00 p.m. Pre-Neg followed by 7:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan & Installation of Officers and New Members of the Board of Directors
Shabbat Times
Friday, June 9 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh TBT Chapel and Zoom
Saturday, June 10 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Green 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Sara Bloom TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Community
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6/23 6:00pm Pre-Neg followed by 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan & Installation of Officers and New Members of the Board of Directors
Mensch Lab/Beit Noar Registration for the 2023-24 Religious School Year is Now Open
___________________________________________________________ Living Jewishly is so important for our teens!
All post b.-mitzvah students are welcome to join us for the upcoming Beit Noar school year. The program has changed; commitment is manageable, social time is built into the program and our main goal is to help strengthen your teen’s Jewish identity.
Friday, June 2 6:30 p.m. Pride Shabbat with T'filah Band and Birthday Blessings led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh. Festive rainbow oneg to follow. Please note the service will now be inside and livestream. Molish Sanctuary & Livestream
Saturday, June 3 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Claire Green 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Steve Green TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
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Outside in-person service (weather permitting), no livestream. Chairs will be provided. Festive rainbow oneg to follow.
6/23 6:00pm Pre-Neg followed by 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan & Installation of Officers and New Members of the Board of Directors
Shavuot Morning Service - Friday, May 26 at 10:00 a.m.
Shavuot Yizkor & Confirmation Service in the TBT Chapel & Zoom Meeting ID: 875 9075 3929 Passcode: 1050613
Mensch Lab/Beit Noar Registration for the 2023-24 Religious School Year is Now Open
Join Sherrie Turetsky for an informational and Q&A session Tuesday, May 30 at 7:00 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 895 5842 3423 Passcode: School
___________________________________________________________ Living Jewishly is so important for our teens!
All post b.-mitzvah students are welcome to join us for the upcoming Beit Noar school year. The program has changed; commitment is manageable, social time is built into the program and our main goal is to help strengthen your teen’s Jewish identity.
The Ways and Means Committee plans and hosts special events and programs to raise funds to support Old York Road Temple-Beth Am. Our activities support our congregation financially, and bring the members of our community together.
If you'd like to join the Ways and Means Committee and help plan for the future, please contact Rich Wright at 267-240-7743. We're looking forward to your joining us to plan for a fun and exciting future.
Mazel Tov
Rae and Ralph Waldman are pleased to announce that their granddaughter Lindsay Schoeffler graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State. Lindsay will now pursue a Masters Degree at Penn State.
Miriam Buchsbaum & Bruce Genter announce the birth of their grandson, Pierce Nathan, to their son & daughter-in-law, Drew & Danielle Genter on April 11 in Chicago.
Mindy and Mitch Ripkin are thrilled to announce the marriage of their daughter, Alexandra Ripkin to Alexander Flegeal. The wedding was held on 5/13/2023. Mazel tov to Alex and Alex!
Mazal tov to Michael Berkowitz, Sofie Chernobrod, Khaya Lukov and Sophia Meloscia on receiving the 2022/2023 Selma Riffkin Sisterhood Award. This achievement is awarded to students who show exceptional involvement in and untiring commitment to class, school, synagogue and Reform Judaism.
Shabbat Times
Friday, May 26 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Anniversary Blessings Led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh TBT Chapel and Zoom Meeting ID: 81823519331 Passcode: shabbos
Saturday, May 27 Join us for a very special Shabbat morning to honor the memory of our dear friend Claire Krassenstein z"l 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Barry Tinkleman 9:45 a.m. Dedication of the Torah Study Group's Tribute to Claire, with Rabbi Leib, Rabbi Tornberg, and Cantor Zarkh 10:00 a.m. Morning Service with Cantor Zarkh Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
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Outside in-person service (weather permitting), no livestream. Chairs will be provided. Festive rainbow oneg to follow.
6/23 6:00pm Pre-Neg followed by 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service Wishing Farewell to President Josh Posnan & Installation of New Officers and Board of Directors
Shavuot Service - Friday, May 26 at 10:00 a.m.
Shavout Yizkor & Confirmation Service in the TBT Chapel & Zoom Meeting ID: 875 9075 3929 Passcode: 1050613
Have you ever wondered what it means to stand at Sinai? This is arguably one of the most important questions – and challenges – of our day. For if not, it means that we are perpetually bound to Egypt. Having undertaken our long, 7-week journey from Pesach to Shavuot, from the enslavement of Egypt to the sovereignty of Sinai, we invite you to join with us as we stand, once more, at Sinai’s foot ready, willing, and able to renew the ancient covenantal promise. Together, as one community of faith, we’ll renew that ageless vow around the Torah table, and hear the stirring, majestic words of Exodus 20, the Ten Commandments. In addition, we’ll celebrate the “confirmation” of Eliana Rubin, daughter of Jody and Bruce Rubin, as she pledges her devotion to a life of Torah. Our Shavuot service will, of course, include the full recitation of Yizkor. An unforgettable and joyous celebration of Torah to be followed by a delicious, dairy reception!
Sisterhood
You are warmly invited to Rosh Chodesh - An Evening of Shared Fun and Spirituality Monday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m. Hosted and facilitated by Brenda Goodis, 650 Kismet Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Topic: Shavuot - A time for revelation and reflection...and cheesecake! How can we best integrate our revelations and reflections into our daily realm of work and relationships?
Join us for a delightful, informal evening. Refreshments will be served. Let us know if you need a ride and we will try to provide one. RSVP to Brenda at 215-510-9934
Mazel Tov
Sheldon Wolff & Sandi Cohen are thrilled to announce their son Jared Cohen & Cindy Mellitz’s engagement. Cindy's father, Nelson Mellitz is the current Jewish War Veterans Commander. We all wish them a lifetime of happiness!
Zach Anderson, who became a Bar Mitzvah at Old York Road Temple-Beth Am in 2014, has created and produced document, ANTISEMITISM: HERE ON OUR CAMPUS that was just released on YouTube. Zach will graduate this weekend from Boston University with a dual degree in Economics and Psychology. Zach, the son of Penny & Paul Anderson, was a four-year student manager of BU’s men’s basketball team and president of his fraternity, Sigma Chi.
This is a very professional video that explores antisemitism not just on college campuses, but in contemporary America from both the right and left extremes of the political spectrum. There is some “adult language,” but the real obscenity is the antisemitism on display in the video. You can view Zach’s videohere.
Shabbat Times
Friday, May 19 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service Celebrating Rabbi Tornberg & honoring Matt Hasness and Juliana Perry on completing the process of choosing Judaism. 7:15pm Catered Dinner Honoring Rabbi Tornberg Molish Sanctuary and Livestream
Saturday, May 20 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Leib 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Rabbi Leib TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
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LAST CHANCE! Reserve discounted tickets by emailingJackie Lehnertoday! Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Wednesday, June 21, 6:40p.m. Tickets are $30 Seats will be bewteen sections 412 and 428.
Join our Membership Committee
If you are interested in joining our membership committee please join us on Wednesday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Strick Auditorium.
Bring your ideas and suggestions on strengthening and growing our community.
Mazel Tov
Mazel Tov to Meryl Lewin on reciving the 2023 Guardian of the House honor.
Mazel Tov to the incoming Executive Commitee:
Shabbat Times
Friday, May 12 7:00pm Brotherhood/Sisterhood Erev Shabbat Service with Adult Choir Led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream
Saturday, May 13 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Tornberg 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Rhoda Ryba TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Sisterhood Message from Lisa and Andi:
We apologize profusely! It’s a shande that we failed to mention our fabulous Sisterhood Gift Shop! Our gift shop has been a fixture at Beth Am with so many options for gift giving and self indulgence. You can find a gift for every occasion.
Our gift shop is run by Eileen Simmons, Pearl Jahr and volunteers who keep the shop open for special events at the synagogue. Sisterhood’s gift to the synagogue includes a generous contribution from our amazing Gift Shop.
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One Day Only! Reserve discounted tickets by emailingJackie Lehnertoday! Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Wednesday, June 21, 6:40p.m. Tickets are $30 Seats will be bewteen sections 412 and 428.
April Donations
We gratefully acknowledge your ongoing generous contributions to Beth Am.
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Shabbat Times
Friday, May 5 6:00pm Education Shabbat Service & Family Dinner Led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream
Saturday, May 6 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Richard Molish 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Sandi Cohen TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Sunday, May 7 Click Here to Register for the Annual Meeting
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Yesterday, we shared information in preparation for a vote of the significant revision to our congregational by-laws. While we stand by the product and the changes from the 2014 version, some of you may have inadvertently misconstrued that the elimination of our Vice President of Education position was in reaction to or due to the actions of any specific person. That is absolutely not the case and the change was made to streamline the relationship and work environment between the board, the professional staff and school staff. We are thankful to Jamie Lincow for her dedication, hard work, and countless hours spent for the sake of Old York Road Temple - Beth Am. Jamie is a consummate professional in her field and her work as Vice President of Education will always be appreciated. We apologize if anything else was taken out of context from our statement.
Joshua Posnan President, Old York Road Temple - Beth Am
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As you may be aware, we have been working on a significant revision to our congregational bylaws. The last update to our current bylaws was in 2014. That version was sorely in need of updating. I’m writing to you today with a list of some of the changes we’ve made. I’ll also be attaching copies of both the 2014 version and the new proposed version, as well as a summary of the proposed update. You’ll see that the new bylaws are easier to read and understand. You won’t need a law degree. We’ve also brought the proposed version in line with current URJ guidelines and trends in URJ congregations. The 2014 version was redundant in places and contradictory to itself in others. We’ve fixed that. We’ve eliminated both the Financial Secretary position and the Vice President of Education from the Executive Board, while adding a Recording Secretary. The name of the Executive Board is also changing to Executive Committee. These changes are consistent with the vast majority of other URJ congregations. The job of financial secretary has been assumed by our office staff who have been doing an amazing job. As for Vice President of Education, the elimination of this position was a common-sense change as well as following trends around other URJ congregations. The position was an impediment to the educational director being able to do their job effectively, as well as being redundant with responsibilities of both our Director of the Preschool and Educational Director. As a replacement, we are establishing a standing Education Committee to effectively support and guide the Educational Director in helping our children flourish. This Education Committee is a completely separate entity from a PTA. Attached to this email, you will also find a proposed description of the Education Committee.
Another change was modifying the rules for who is eligible to vote. We’ve changed the rules to state that each member unit gets 1 vote. Again, this was a common-sense change giving each family an equal say in the happenings here at Old York Road Temple - Beth Am
We’ve reduced the size of the Board of Directors from 30 to 15 members at large, more commensurate with our current congregation size of under 500 units. Our committee has worked diligently on this update since the Fall of 2021. We have experts on the committee who do bylaw work professionally. We feel we’ve put together an exceptional product for the future of Old York Road Temple - Beth Am.
From Monday May 1 through Thursday May 4 at 5 pm, we will be having an open comment period to address any concerns with changes to the bylaws. This will be done via email only and questions must be received by May 4 at 5 pm. Please feel free to email me directly with any questions. At the annual meeting, for the sake of expediency, we will not have discussion, but only a balloted vote of the congregation on the proposed By-Laws as they are presented. The Executive Board and the Board of Directors are recommending ratification and both bodies have already voted in favor of the update.
Thank you all for your time and consideration of this update to our congregational bylaws and helping to ensure the future of Beth Am.
B’Shalom, Joshua Posnan President, Old York Road Temple - Beth Am
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Friday, April 28 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service with Guest Speaker Elad Strohmayer Led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh April Anniversary Blessings & Adult Choir Molish Sanctuary and Livestream
Saturday, April 29 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Steve Lavner 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Barry Stein TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Sunday, April 30 Join us to celebrate Israel's Birthday!
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Donations can be dropped off in the bin at the rear entrance now through April 23. Please feel free to bring your leftover unopened kosher food items.
Short Story Writing Club
Seeking Beth Amniks age 18 and up interested in starting an in-person Short Story Writing Club in which each story created contains a Jewish ingredient. Email Harriet Gomon.
B. Mitzvah - Khaya Lukov
April 22, 2023 Tazria-Metzora Daughter of Frida & Kirill Lukov
Shabbat Times
Friday, April 21 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh TBT Chapel and Zoom Meeting ID: 818 2351 9331 Passcode: shabbos The annual reading of all the names included in the outdoor Holocaust Memorial will take place immediatley following the conclusion of the Kabbalat Shabbat service.
Saturday, April 22 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Linda & Barry Weinstein 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Sue Fleishman TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Dial-In Shabbat with Rabbi Bogot
Join Rabbi Bogot every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. for a 30 minute creative service with new meditations and traditional worship content, along with a Jewish values story. To join call (605) 313-5454 at 9:50 a.m., then type in access code 202323#. Questions? hbogot@gmail.com or 215-885-2641
Community
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It’s my solemn obligation to remind you of our Old York Road Kehillah’s annual Yom HaShoah observance which, this year, takes place at Gratz College this coming Monday, April 17, beginning promptly at 6:15pm. The rabbis and cantors from our area’s synagogues will participate in an abbreviated service to be followed immediately by a special, dramatic presentation by Theater Ariel. Click here to register.
I sincerely hope that you’ll try to join with us in person as we recommit ourselves to perpetuating the memory of the six million righteous brethren of our people whose lives were so mercilessly and savagely taken from them during the Shoah, the Nazi Holocaust.
This is an opportune time to remind you, my fellow Beth Amniks, of a relatively hidden treasure in our midst: the presence of no less than three Czech Holocaust Memorial Scrolls, each part of the fabled collection of more than 1,564 Sifrei Torah, administered by the Memorial Scrolls Trust in London.
We are indeed privileged to be the custodian of such priceless treasures, the smallest of which, the beloved “Svetla Torah,” is now encased as the centerpiece of our stunning 3-D mural in the main lobby. I urge you to visit, if you haven’t yet, this impressive addition to our lobby area when next at Beth Am. In addition, a comprehensive website complete with videos and photos (linked to the Beth Am website) dedicated to the history of each of our three scrolls was recently produced by an outside professional agency.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t thank Carol and Barry Stein, Jane Hurwitz and Bill Patent for their hard work and tireless efforts in making sure that our esteemed collection of scrolls is prominently displayed for all - both in person and online. We are grateful to Mark Braverman for his generous support of this long-awaited project.
The Czech Holocaust Memorial Scrolls website can be accessed here.
Today, we are witnessing an alarming increase in antisemitic rhetoric and behavior in this country. The ADL found that in 2022, antisemitic incidents in America reached their highest levels on record since it started tracking incidents more than 40 years ago: terrorist attacks on synagogues, bricks thrown through windows of Jewish businesses, antisemitic flyers left on the front lawns of Jewish homes, swastikas on cars and cemeteries, antisemitic graffiti and acts in elementary, middle and high schools, Jewish students harassed on college campuses, Jews wearing religious attire beaten and shot on streets, antisemitic theories rampant online, antisemitic tropes treated as honest public debate, celebrities spouting antisemitic hate. The list goes on and on. President Biden stated recently: “These acts are unconscionable and despicable. They carry in them terrifying echoes of the worst chapters in human history. They are a stain on the soul of our nation.”
You can take a stand - and support our efforts - by joining with us this coming Monday night. In addition, we urge you to light your yellow candle (Monday night, Erev Yom HaShoah) which was hand-delivered to you by a wonderful team of dedicated volunteers under the leadership of Rich Wright.
Let us proclaim loudly and resolutely that we will never forget the gross indignities that previous generations of Jews were subjected to. Let a million candles glow against the darkness of their unfinished lives.
Shabbat Shalom, Robert
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Donations can be dropped off in the bin at the rear entrance now through April 23.
B. Mitzvah - Aaron Sass
April 15, 2023 Shemini Son of Allison & David Sass
Shabbat Times
Friday, April 14 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service with T'filah Band Led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Yahrzeits being observed this week
Saturday, April 15 8:45 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Tornberg (please note earlier time) 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Bridget Dorfman TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Sisterhood
Earlier this month, six of our Sisterhood members attended the WRJ Atlantic District convention in Pittsburgh. Our co-presidents, Andrea Daly and Lisa Provost, attended along with Brenda Goodis, Tobie Schupack, Linda Kline, and Evelyn Fair. Tobie Schupack led a discussion group about dealing with changes in our lives. Brenda Goodis got everyone moving with her Torah Yoga session. Linda Kline and Evelyn Fair planned two social action projects: Stars of Hope and the assembly of 50 bags with Passover supplies for the JFCS in Pittsburgh. Evelyn also had the honor to be one of the Torah readers on Shabbat morning.
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Friday, April 7 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service with April Birthday Blessings Led by Rabbi Leib & Cantor Zarkh TBT Chapel and Zoom Yahrzeits being observed this week
Saturday, April 8 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Rabbi Leib 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Paul Anderson TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Israel @ 75
Rabbi Leib and Rabbi Tornberg have both addressed the political situation in Israel in their most recent sermons. You can watch their sermons on our congregation's Livestream pageunder "Previous Broadcasts."
HERE is material from the Israel Religious Action Center explaining the issues, and how we American Jews can have impact.
Yom HaShoah: Correction
Please note: the correct date to light the yellow Yom HaShoah candle is Monday night, April 17.
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4/6 - Passover Service - 10:00a.m. 4/12 - Yizkor Service - 10:00a.m.
Both services will be held in the TBT Chapel &ZOOM Meeting ID: 886 1359 4948 Passcode: 4?1018
Mazel Tov
Ellen and Harris Fishman announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel to Jake Goldberg, son of Debi and Lee Goldberg. Sister of Emily Fishman, granddaughter of Marilyn and Don Webster, and Sandy and Don Fishman.
April 18 - “The Convert” by Stefan Hertmans, David McKay In this dazzling work of historical fiction, the Booker International-longlisted author of War and Turpentine reconstructs the tragic story of a Medieval Christian noblewoman who abandoned her life for the love of a Jewish boy.
The Middle Ages have just begun when Vigdis Adelas, a young woman from a prosperous French family, falls in love with David Todros, a student at the city's yeshiva, and the son of a rabbi. To be together, they must flee their city, Vigdis renouncing a life of privilege and comfort. Pursued by her father's knights and in constant danger of betrayal, the lovers embark on a dangerous journey to the south of France, only to find their brief happiness destroyed by the vicious wave of anti-Semitism that sweeps Europe with the onset of the First Crusade. Stefan Hertmans meticulously retraces Vigdis's epic journey, first across France and then beyond, to Palermo and the Middle East. Blending fact and fiction, and with immense imagination and stylistic ingenuity, he painstakingly imagines her terrible trials, bringing the Middle Ages to life, and illuminating a chaotic world of passion, hate, love, and death.
B. Mitzvah - Micah Auspitz
Saturday, April 1 Tzav Son of Steve Auspitz & Cindy Auspitz
Shabbat Times
Friday, March 31 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service with Adult Choir- March Anniversary Blessings Led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Yahrzeits being observed this week
Saturday, April 1 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by Steve Green 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Steve Green TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Israel @ 75
Last Friday, Rabbi Leib addressed the critical issues roiling Israel politics and society. You can watch here. _____________________________________________________________ In the late 19th century, a Russian emigré to Palestine had the crazy notion that Hebrew should be the spoken and written everyday language for Jews in the Holy Land. You can watch his great-grandson, Dr. Zach Kassuto, tell the story of how Ben-Yehudah almost single-handedly revived the ancient language, spoken by millions in the State of Israel. Watch the recording of Sunday's program, "The Birth of modern Hebrew".
Mitzvah Oppurtunities
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Mitzvah Food Program Cleaning out your pantry for Passover? Donate your Chametz today. Bought too much for Passover? Donate your Kosher for Passover Items. Drop off your donations in the green bin by the back door of the synagogue.
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Please Note Building & School Closing Dates: Adminstrative office will be closed on Tuesday 4/5 & Thursday 4/6 SOEL will be closed Monday 4/4 - Friday 4/7 Mensch Lab Closed on Sundays 4/2 & 4/9 Beit Noar Closed on Tuesdays 4/4 & 4/11
April 18 - “The Convert” by Stefan Hertmans, David McKay In this dazzling work of historical fiction, the Booker International-longlisted author of War and Turpentine reconstructs the tragic story of a Medieval Christian noblewoman who abandoned her life for the love of a Jewish boy.
The Middle Ages have just begun when Vigdis Adelas, a young woman from a prosperous French family, falls in love with David Todros, a student at the city's yeshiva, and the son of a rabbi. To be together, they must flee their city, Vigdis renouncing a life of privilege and comfort. Pursued by her father's knights and in constant danger of betrayal, the lovers embark on a dangerous journey to the south of France, only to find their brief happiness destroyed by the vicious wave of anti-Semitism that sweeps Europe with the onset of the First Crusade. Stefan Hertmans meticulously retraces Vigdis's epic journey, first across France and then beyond, to Palermo and the Middle East. Blending fact and fiction, and with immense imagination and stylistic ingenuity, he painstakingly imagines her terrible trials, bringing the Middle Ages to life, and illuminating a chaotic world of passion, hate, love, and death.
B. Mitzvah - Micah Auspitz
Saturday, April 1 Tzav Son of Steve Auspitz & Cindy Auspitz
Shabbat Times
Friday, March 31 7:00pm Erev Shabbat Service with Adult Choir- March Anniversary Blessings Led by Rabbi Tornberg & Cantor Zarkh Molish Sanctuary and Livestream Yahrzeits being observed this week
Saturday, April 1 9:00 a.m. Torah Study led by 10:00 a.m. Peer-led Morning Service - Torah Reader: Steve Green TBT Chapel or Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5577 5879 Passcode: shabbos971 (same for both)
Mitzvah Oppurtunities
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Mitzvah Food Program Cleaning out your pantry for Passover? Donate your Chametz today. Bought too much for Passover? Donate your Kosher for Passover Items. Drop off your donations in the green bin by the back door of the synagogue.
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