SHABBAT 'N ALL THE REST |
This Saturday, November 18th
STUDY - 9:00 AM
PRAY - 10:00 AM
EAT - 12:00 NOON
PLAY 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for all or any of the above activities
Lunch - Rabbi Jay's famous & fabulous cholent
Games following lunch
If you have a game you want to bring or to donate,
that would be appreciated.
We have Chess, Checkers, Rummikub, Dominos. Backgammon, Parcheesi, Risk, playing cards and of course mah jongg sets.
Special treat: Sheri Horowitz Jay will be teaching mah jong to all interested.
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A SHABBAT MESSAGE FROM THE RABBI
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The University of Michigan at Ann Arbor has an undergraduate Jewish population approximating 16%. With such large Jewish numbers, one might imagine that it is an unlikely place to have institutional anti-Semitic action. Sadly, if you thought this, you would be wrong.
On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 The University of Michigan's Central Student Government (CSG) voted to approve a resolution calling on the University to divest from several companies that operate in Israel. The vote, held utilizing an improper secret ballot, was 23 in favor, 17 against, and 5 abstentions. If an anti-Israel/anti-Semitic resolution can be passed on a campus with a large and active Jewish population, it can happen anywhere.
This highly disturbing action highlights the need to proactively and vigilantly fight anti-Semitism in all its forms. For those who are not familiar with the term "BDS", it stands for Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions. The movement seeks to force colleges, municipalities, and governments to cease any connection to companies doing business with or in Israel. The stated purpose of the BDS movement is to punish Israel for alleged violations of international law due to Israel's treatment of the Palestinian people.
While the BDS movement and its stated goal are unjust and insincere, its true goal is the destruction of the state of Israel. It is well-funded with an extensive propaganda network. I would like to let you know of an important organization that is attempting to battle the BDS movement in order to prevent more harmful actions like those that took place at the University of Michigan.
StandWithUs serves a crucial educational and grassroots role on high school and college campuses. As the trend of anti-Israel hatred rapidly spreads and the BDS movement is on the rise, StandWith Us provides the tools needed to fight the negative bias that much of the world is only too happy to hear.
Shabbat Shalom - Rabbi Michael S. Jay
TRAVEL TO ISRAEL WITH THE JCC OF LBI
The JCC trip to Israel will take place October 7-18, 2018. The itinerary will take us from Tel Aviv to the Golan Heights, to a winery, to the Kineret, to a Kibbutz, to Sefad, to Jerusalem, to the Dead Sea, to Massada, to many museums, and more. At Massada we will be sharing in a bar mitzvah of one of our fellow travelers. What joy!
From the Rabbi -
Folks:
I am attaching a revised itinerary. You will note that on free evenings we will be provided with information on concerts or cultural events in the places where we will be. It is too early now to know what will be happening, but the tour company (ITC) will provide information once it is known.
The hotel difference of 300 dollars per person may or may not be significant to you. Check the websites of the hotels for an idea of the differences. The tour company tells us that the hotels are all very nice. Rooms may be smaller and there may be less amenities. Breakfast is provided at each hotel, but may be more elaborate at the higher priced hotels.
The tour is officially flying El Al; however, if you want to fly United, I believe that ITC can make arrangements.
The trip will be meaningful and fun!
L'Shalom - Rabbi
Contact Rabbi Jay with any questions: 973 865 9534
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RABBI'S HOURS
Rabbi Jay will now be at his office at the JCC on TUESDAYS and will have office hours from Noon - 2:00. Drop in to chat (call the office to make sure he is in and not out on an emergency 609-492-4090) or make an appointment with him (973-865-9534).
Rabbi Jay can always be reached on his cell phone ((973-865-9534) or at his email address (mjayrab@gmail.com).
He is also available by appointment.
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KOL HAKAVOD CAMPAIGN
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Please consider being a part of this campaign to supplement the clergy needs of our congregation. This is a separate, voluntary commitment and is additional to our low annual dues obligation. HERE IS THE LINK TO BRING UP THE DONATION FORM KOL HAKAVOD
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SISTERHOOD STUFF
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SISTERHOOD SHABBAT CHANUKAH DINNER & SERVICES
Friday, December 15
6:00 PM
ALL ARE INVITED
No charge BUT PLEASE LET THE OFFICE
KNOW YOU WILL BE COMING
SHOEBOX RECYCLING
PROGRAM
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE CLICK:
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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL |
Religious School Calendar
Sunday, November 19 - 10:00 AM - 12 Noon
DECEMBER
Sunday, December 10 - 10:00 AM - 12 Noon
Friday, December 15 @ 6:00 PM
Shabbat Chanukah Dinner and Services
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UPCOMING HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES |
Community Tree & Menorah Lighting at SOCMC
Thursday, December 7
5:30 PM
Chanukah Visit to SOCMC
Tuesday, December 12 3:30 PM
Bringing Holiday Cheer to SOCMC
Christmas Day 10:00 AM
10:00 AM
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YOU CAN HELP |
VOLUNTEER at
Interfaith Health & Support Services of Southern Ocean County, Inc. in Manahawkin.
- a coalition of different faith communities, social service, and health care organizations
- that provides volunteer physical, emotional and spiritual support to those living at home who are vulnerable because of age or disability.
Here is a list of various volunteer opportunities at Interfaith: INTERFAITH
Interfaith is collecting old cell phones, glasses, hearing aids and used stamps on envelopes. We will have a box at the JCC for any donations.
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JCC INFORMATION
THE OFFICE IS LOCATED AT
2411 Long Beach Boulevard (24th Street)
Spray Beach, NJ 08008
ENTER THE BUILDING DURING OFFICE HOURS
THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR.
PRESS THE ENTRY BUTTON ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE ENTRANCE FOR ADMITTANCE.
Mailing Address:
2411 Long Beach Blvd.
Spray Beach, NJ 08008
Telephone: 609-492-4090
FAX: 609-492-7550
OFFICE HOURS:
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
FRIDAY - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Office Staff:
Jeri Riffle, Executive Director
Leslie Dinkfelt, Office Manager
Marcie Deutsch, Computer Admin.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Rabbi Michael S. Jay
Rose Valentine, JCC President
VIEW THE SEPT/OCT BULLETIN
with this link
E-mail Editor: Rose Valentine
rvalen
1963@aol.com
Like" Us on Facebook: Search for Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island and make sure the JCC of LBI: The Place to Be icon shown above shows up
or cut and paste:
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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS
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11/17 - 11/24
Sunday
Men's Club
9:00 AM
Religious School
10:00 AM
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SHABBAT SHALOM
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4:21 PM
(So. Ocean County NJ)
HERE IS A CALENDAR OF ALL CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES
ON LBI FOR 5778
JOIN US FOR SERVICES
Friday,
November 17, 2017
or be careful what you pray for.
Torah Study
10:00 AM
Services
Torah Portion
Toldot
Haftorah
I Samuel 20:18 - 20:42
Here is the Haftorah:
This Shabbat is Shabbat
Machar Chodesh.
When Shabbat is the day before Rosh Chodesh, there is a special Haftarah that is read instead of the regular Haftarah for that Parshah.
Please help us create a special atmosphere by not using electronic devices (phones, cameras, games etc) in or around the synagogue on Shabbat
and Holidays. No food or drink is permitted in the sanctuary.
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YAHRZEITS
FOR NEXT WEEK
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These names will be read at services on November 17, 2017
Rebecca Josolowitz
Max Kincus
Ellis Levin*
Evelyn Smith
Wilbur Hait
Philip Josolowitz
Helen Pripstein*
Anne Reiser*
Arlene Britz*
Harriet Cohen
Julius Cohen
Fay Dreyfus*
Lenore Enteles
Ben Berkowitz
Joseph Kaplan
Ira Lee Herman*
Frank Mirrer*
Henry Avondoglio*
Rebecca Cohen
Dr. Milton Lowenthal
Julius Pashman
Sophie Brasch*
Lydia Davis
* Yahrzeit Plaque - These names are lovingly enshrined on our synagogue memorial boards.
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UPCOMING SHABBAT ACTIVITIES |
We are planning special Shabbats in the months to come.
Friday, December 15:
Sisterhood Chanukah Dinner
Friday, January 5 @6:00 PM
Friday, February 2 @6:00 PM
Friday, March 9 @ 6:00 PM
Shabbat and all the REST
One Shabbat a month, you can spend Saturday at the synagogue. There will be Torah Study @ 9
Services @10
In addition there will be a
Cholent Lunch @12
Game Afternoon @ 1-3
Mah jongg lessons will be given.
No betting or money
will be exchanged.
You can participate in any
or all of these activities.
November 18
December 16
January 20
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CONGREGATION
NEWS
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SHARE YOUR NEWS
CONTACT:
DANA & ZACK ROSENBERG
on the birth of their son
The bris wll be Friday, November 17th, after the 7 AM morning services at the Jewish Center
(between Amsterdam and Columbus). The bris itself will take place at approximately 7:35 AM and a reception will follow at approximately 8 AM.
Zack and Dana have invited all their friends at the JCC of LBI to attend.
CARING COMMITTEE
This committee acts as a support system for congregation members facing illness and other personal situations that need to be addressed.
Please contact Chairperson, Kem Spencer if you are in need of assistance or if you know of a JCC member that needs our help.
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CELEBRATE A MILESTONE AT THE
JCC OF LBI
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The JCC is a beautiful place to celebrate a milestone: wedding, anniversary, baby naming, birthday.
Contact Jeri at the office for further information. 609-492-4090
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KIDDUSHES
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Contact
the office 609-492-4090
for information about
sponsoring a Kiddush
SEE DONATION & MENU:
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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
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ENDOWMENT FUND
A donation of at least $50,000 to the endowment fund will allow the donor to name one of the funds as the donor wishes. All such name funds will be joined together to be part of the endowment fund portfolio. Join Herb and Selma Shapiro to help assure the continuity of our JCC, and our ability to continue providing a full-service congregation to serve the Jewish people of the area. All members are encouraged to help this important effort by contributing to this fund whether as a specific named fund, or as a general donation.
Your gift to the fund can be sent to the JCC Office. Please mark your check accordingly.
Space is available for memorial plaques on the yahrzeit boards in the Sanctuary. Here is the order form:
TREE OF LIFE (located in the Social Hall)
You can purchase a leaf in honor of an occasion or in memory of a loved one.
Here is the
Tree of Life Form:
TREE
PAVERS (
in front of the Front Entrance)
Only 4 x 8 and 12 x 12 size pavers are available
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ADS FOR JCC BULLETIN
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Please contact the JCC Office (609-492-4090) if you would like to place an ad in the Bulletin
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TD AFFINITY PROGRAM
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Easy money!
Do you have an account with TD Bank?
You can contribute to the JCC without it costing you a cent. TD Bank will pay us on the number of accounts in our TD Affinity Club. There is no minimum number of members. We automatically receive $10 for every checking account and .01% of the balance on Savings Accounts. In addition we receive $50 for any new accounts. This is strictly confidential and the JCC does not know the amount in any of the accounts.
We just received a check for $456.00 from TD Bank. So think about joining this program and helping the JCC to reap the benefits.
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TEXT BLAST SIGN UP
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If you would like to receive JCC of LBI reminders and alerts via text message on your cell phone, please contact the office by email (jccoflbi@gmail.com) or phone (609-492-4090) We would be alerting you for example that "Services are cancelled" or "Last opportunity to sign up for Community Seder".
This information will not be shared and will only be used for JCC purposes.
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NAME BADGES
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If you did not order a name tag, we will be putting in another order. Here is the link for the form to order your name tag: TAGS
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DOCUMENTS AND LINKS |
JUST CLICK AND YOU'RE THERE!!! LATEST BULLETIN: BULLETIN
WEB SITE: JCC WEB SITE MEMBERSHIP FORMS MEMBERSHIP PAVERS: PAVERS TREE OF LIFE TREE JEWISH JOURNAL: JOURNAL YAHRZEIT PLAQUE FORM: PLAQUE KOL HAKAVOD DONATION FORM KOL HAKAVOD KIDDUSH SPONSOR KIDDUSH |
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