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A MESSAGE FROM RABBI JAY
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As the narrative of the Book of Exodus shifts from leaving Egypt and slavery behind, to becoming a nation, we find God giving the Israelites the Ten Commandments. Without going into detail about the Commandments themselves, I find myself wondering why God is so eager to give them that the Deity only waits 3 months to deliver them. One might imagine that God would give the Israelites a bit more time to bask in their newfound freedom before burdening them with myriad laws, rules, and regulations.
In order to answer this query, I think that we need to go back to the Book of Genesis. Actually, we need to look at the very beginning of that Book. Therein we are told that at the beginning of God's creation, the world was unformed and void (many commentators tells us that this means that the world was in chaos). And then God said, "Let there be light." With that statement, God began putting the world in order. God formed this, created that, and established a weekly paradigm. Thus, at its core the creation story is an effort on God's part to get things just right. God's plan appeared to proceed very nicely until Adam and Eve pulled the stunt with the apple. After that, things became increasingly disordered.
In the Book of Exodus God is, yet again, starting a new venture of creating order. This time by, and through, the Israelites. However, they were slaves who suddenly became free after 400+ years of humiliating subjugation. Given humankind's poor history, one might imagine that God would be concerned with the possibility that the Israelites could completely lose control.
In order to avoid this seemingly inevitable chaos, God seeks to provide, preemptively, order. God does this by giving the Israelites a paradigm through which to live their lives. The Ten Commandments, and the rest of God's laws, create a system with the clear goal of keeping the Israelites "ordered". Whether that system has been successful is subject to much debate.
I believe this to be the lesson: Chaos will occur. When our lives become chaotic, the best thing to do is to try to create order. Once order is at hand, we can create a plan to move forward.
God as Redeemer; God as the Giver of Structure; God as Teacher. That's not chaotic.
Shabbat Shalom - Michael S. Jay
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RAVEL 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!
The JCC's first 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 Masada, to many museums, and more. At Masada we will be sharing in a bat mitzvah of one of our fellow travelers.
We will be immersed in Israeli history and culture and, at the same time, we will get to better know our selves, and each other.
So far an extraordinarily nice group of people have chosen to travel with us.
This trip that has been designed both for the person who has never been to Israel, and for the person who has visited frequently. Come be a part of what is sure to be a trip of a lifetime.
In addition to a set itinerary, we will have some evenings where we will be free to explore on our own. We will be provided with information on concerts or cultural events in the places where we will be.
The tour is officially flying El Al; however, if you want to fly United, ITC can help you to make arrangements.
For additional information, call Rabbi Jay at 973-865-9534 or email him at [email protected]
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RABBI'S OFFICE 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 ([email protected]).
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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| WINTER OFFICE HOURS |
The JCC Office will be open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 - 1:30.
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| FLORIDA REUNION |
Join us for the Annual Women's Florida Luncheon
Monday, February 12th
12:00 Noon
At Ocean One Bar and Grill
777 E Atlantic Ave
Delray Beach
(Downtown Delray in Chico's shopping plaza)
Please bring cash!! Will not do separate checks for large parties.
RSVP by Feb 9th
Jackie Avondoglio 561-865-5888
Or Helyn Benjamin 561-740-7499
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| BE A VOLUNTEER |
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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| WOMEN'S SEDER |
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CONGREGATION SHA'AREY HA-YAM
&
BETH AM SHALOM
MIRIAM'S SEDER
THURSDAY, MARCH 22, 2018
6 PM
BETH AM SHALOM
1235 NJ-70
LAKEWOOD, NJ 08701
CANTOR ARLYLNE UNGER WILL CONDUCT THE SEDER
Members and Extended Family
(Age 13 and above): $25.00 each
Adult Non-Members
(Age 13 and above): $30.00 each
Children Age 10-12: $15.00 each
Children under 10: Free
Deadline for reservations is March 7, 2018
Menu includes:
Glatt Kosher Chinese Buffet
Wine, Soda, Coffee or Tea
See attached for Reserations:
MIRIAM
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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 ([email protected]) 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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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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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
WINTER OFFICE HOURS:
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
FRIDAY - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Mary Beth, Tony and Leslie
Office Staff:
Leslie Dinkfelt, Office Manager
Marcie Deutsch, Computer Admin.
Mary Beth Krieger, Staff Member
Tony DrGregorio, Custodial Staff
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Rabbi Michael S. Jay
Rose Valentine, JCC President
SEE NOV/DEC/JAN BULLETIN
with this link
E-mail Editor: Rose Valentine
rvalen
[email protected]
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
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2/2/18 - 2/9/18
Friday, 2/2
Kaballat Service and Dinner
6:00 PM
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SHABBAT SHALOM
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5:00 PM
(So. Ocean County NJ)
HERE IS A CALENDAR OF ALL CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES
ON LBI FOR 5778
Friday, February 2, 2018
6:00 PM
Rabbi's Talk:
Does God ever have a Time-out?
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Torah Study
9:00 AM
Services
10:00 AM
Yitro
Here is the Haftorah:
Isaiah 6:1 - 7:6; 9:5 - 9:6
Torah Leigner:
Aaron Lombardi
Rabbi Jay
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 February 2, 2018
Rose Glickman*
Nathan Israel Printz*
Anna Herman
Gene Klein
William Silver
Shaindel Hupert
Nettie Rosenthal
Ethel Sharken
Anna Weill*
Rose Diane Segal
Sidney Berkowitz
Robyn Lynn Caspento
Nette Ehrlich
Daniel Glassman*
Bella Karp
George Patmas
Leonard Schey
Jerry Weisberg*
* 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.
Kabbalat Shabbat & Dinner
Friday, February 2 @6:00 PM
Friday, March 9 @ 6:00 PM
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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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CONGREGATION
NEWS
AARON LOMBARDI
Aaron with proud mom Patty
and the
Central High School
Mock Trial Team
Ocean County Champs
Good luck at the States!!!!
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SHARE YOUR NEWS
CONTACT:
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.
201-819-3210
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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 the office for further information. 609-492-4090
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SISTERHOOD STUFF
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WATCH FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE SISTERHOOD COMMUNITY SEDER
Saturday evening,
March 31st
SHOEBOX RECYCLING
PROGRAM
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE CLICK:
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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
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END ONE OF OUR NEW TRIBUTES IN HONOR OR IN MEMORY OF
ENDOWMENT FUND
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.
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.
We are proud to announce that Judith & Donald Pripstein have joined the Shapiros with a $50,000 donation and have established The Pripstein Family Endowment Fund.
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.
A Endowment Fund Committee has been established headed by Arnie Galer.
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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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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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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| 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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