What's Nu?
Parashat Emor        
May 13 - May 20, 2017
 
 17 Iyar - 24 Iyar 5777


     Dr. Joshua Safer, Medical Director of the Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery at Boston Medical Center was honored by the Massachusetts Medical Society as the 2017 recipient of the society's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health Award - an honor recognizing an individual who has made outstanding contributions to LGBT health.
In nominating him for the award, his colleagues noted his work in "bridging the gap between perception and scientific evidence of the biological basis of gender identity and the safety of treatment and his leadership in creating a new generation of physicians who are not afraid to treat transgender patients."
     Josh, his wife Orna and their children, Amalia, Jordan and Jonathan are longtime Temple Emeth members. We wish Josh Safer a Yasher Koach!  
  
 
Week at a Glance
Saturday, May 13
Services: 9:30 am
Post Kiddush Torah Study with Dr. Wolok: 12:15 pm
Mincha/Maariv: 7:45 pm

Sunday, May 14 
Lag Ba'omer
Mother's Day
Services: 8:30 am & 6:00 pm
Lag Ba'omer Bash: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 
 
Monday, May 15   
Services: 7:00 am & 7:00 pm

Tuesday, May 16  
Services: 7:00 am & 7:00 pm
Hebrew for Adults: 8:30 am 

Wednesday, May 17
Services: 7:00 am & 7:00 pm

Thursday, May 18
Services 7:00 am & 7:00 pm
Israeli Dancing with Pazit Lahav: 7:30 pm

Friday, May 19
Services: 7:00 am
Kabbalat Shabbat: 6:00 pm  
 
Saturday, May 20
Services: 9:30 am
Perachim Services:10:30 am 
Mincha/Maariv: 7:55 pm


Lag Ba'omer Bash LagBaomerProgram 
Sunday, May 14 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Bring a blanket & join us for a Lag Ba'omer celebration:

Juggling workshop  Crafts   Bubble fun   Picnic Lunch  

(no open fire) 
 
$20 per family (max. 5 people);  $6 per person
 
 
Mayyim Hayyim Spring Benefit - Soul Life Cycle MayyimHayyim  
Monday, May 15 at 7:00 pm at Back Bay Events Center

   
Please join us for a community celebration to benefit Mayyim Hayyim Living Waters Community Mikveh and Paula Brody & Family Education Center.

As Mayyim Hayyim turns thirteen and comes of age, we will celebrate the seasons, cycles, and adventures of life. soul · life · cycle will honor three extraordinary individuals who have shown courage and commitment to sharing their journeys and who are an inspiration to all of us.
Featuring Music By - Neshama Carlebach. See flyer.  

Learn more and RSVP at 617-244-1836 x211 or events@mayyimhayyim.org  
  
 
Adult Education with Cantor McCloskey AdultedCantor 
Wednesday, May 17 at 7:30 pm  

Sacred Circles: The Symbolism of Jewish Life Cycle, Part II: Rituals of Love, Courtship and Companionship - Join Cantor Michael McCloskey as we explore these fascinating, therapeutic and sometimes challenging moments, through text, story, music and Jewish conversations with surrounding cultures. Libations and light refreshment will be provided.
Upcoming Programs
Sunday, May 21
 Congregation &; Board of Directors Meeting: 9:30 am
 
Wednesday, May 24
 Women's Rosh Chodesh Study Group: 7:30 
 
Monday, May 29
Memorial Day: Services: 8:30 am & 7:00 pm
 
Tuesday, May 30
 Erev Shavuot : Services at 8:00 pm
 
Wednesday, May 31
 Shavuot 1st Day: Services at 9:30 am & 8:00 pm
 
Thursday, June 1
 Shavuot 2nd Day: Services at 7:00 am & 9:30 am - Yizkor
Evening Services at: 8:00 pm
 
 
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Congregation and Board of Director's Meeting Congandboard
Sunday, May 21 at 9:30 am 
 
Agenda:
  • Rabbi's Lesson / D'Var Torah
  • Executive Director's Report, including physical plant
  • Treasurer's Report - Budget will be presented - motion to be made to approve and vote on budget
  • Binah B'emet
  • Adult Education and upcoming events: Rabbi, Cantor, Dr. Wolok, Samara
  • Sisterhood
  • Brotherhood
  • New Business anyone wishes to raise and discuss
  • Good & Welfare
  Click here for a printable agenda.
 
Women's Rosh Chodesh Study GroupRoshChodesh
Wednesday, May 24 at 6:00 pm  
 
You are invited to celebrate our fifth year of study and Rosh Chodesh Sivan. There will be a light supper, followed by our minyan and study session. Join us for the culminating session of this year's study.
        • 6:00-6:55 pm - A light supper - Baker Vestry
        • 7:00 pm - Break for minyan - Chapel
        • 7:35 pm - Rosh Chodesh study session begins - Baker Vestry

We will review our theme of the past two years, "Beauty and Intentionality in Synagogue Time and Space" and begin thinking about next year's topic, "Lessons from 20th Century Jewish Women."
This group for women is advised by Cantor Michael McCloskey. 
 
While there is no charge for the light supper, reservations are mandatory by May 19.
Please call or email the Temple office or contact Sheila Striar to RSVP. To RSVP on-line click here. 
Sponsors for the light supper are greatly appreciated.

 
 
Perachim Shabbat Service perachim
Saturday, May 20 at 10:30-11:30 am in the Conference Room
 
A fun-filled hour of song, prayer, storytelling and activities geared for 2-5 year olds. Parents, grandparents and caregivers are welcome!
 
Save the Date
"A Magical Girls' Night Out" 
Wednesday, June 7 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm   


Join Emeth Sisterhood for a Magical Girls' Night Out. The event will
                                                 include: 
  •  A magical illusionist Wine  
  •  Food (by Liora's Catering)
  •  Raffles
  •  Fun and getting to mix it up together
Free for Temple Emeth Sisterhood members, $20 for Non-Members.
Sisterhood members please RSVP here. Non-members please click here to RSVP.
Donations welcome to help defray the costs of this event. Click here to donate.  
Please RSVP by Friday, May 26. See invitation here.
 
Ongoing Events
Post-Kiddush Study with Dr. Davin Wolok 
Finding Peace in the Tumult: The Torah's Courageous Therapy for the Soul PostKiddush 
                      

Please join Dr. Davin Wolok for Post-Kiddush Study session. The unifying theme is: "Nurturing the Spark Within: Illumination of Soul Through the Light of Torah." In the world in which we dwell we encounter both the uplifting and the depressing, both the ennobling and the discouraging, both light and darkness. It is the conviction of Judaism that the light will ultimately prevail, but even now we may draw upon inner resources, strengthening us in confronting the darkness. A spark of light exists within, which may grow in response to the Word of Torah addressing it from without. In our Shabbat sessions we will encounter Torah as an elixir, a tonic for the soul, in our journey together, toward the Eternal Day of Light. "Through Your light we shall see light." May the Torah touch you, and may you touch your fellow seekers with the light of your very own spirit and soul. The title for May 13 is: "You Don't Say?" An Exploration of Parshat Emor. See flyer.    
 
Hebrew for Adults HebrewforAdults 
Tuesdays at 8:30 am

Master teacher, Myril Adler, engages students in the study of Hebrew through the Siddur with the aim of becoming more familiar with synagogue and home liturgy. The class explores a variety of topics including holidays, Jewish History and                                      Torah. Beginning readers especially welcome.
 
Gimme That Ole Time Religion Dr.WolokAdultEd  
Affirming Spiritual Realities in an Age of Science and Technology 
Every other Tuesday at 7:30 pm. Next class June 6.

Revelation, miracle, prophecy and providence - all these are central to the Jewish view of life and reality. Yet, none are found within the scientific outlook governing our world today. Is science the whole story or only part? Are spiritual phenomena real? Join Dr. Davin Wolok at his Adult Education class every other Tuesday, following the 7:00 pm minyan to participate in our lively exploration and dialogue. For more information click here.      
 
Bagels & A Bisl Torah BagelsandBisl
Thursday mornings at 8:00 am
Join us on Thursday mornings, as we begin the day with a bite to eat and a "little" Torah study  led by Cantor Michael McCloskey and Dr. Davin Wolok. All are welcome!
 
Brotherhood Floor Hockey FloorHockey 
Thursdays at 7:30 pm following the evening minyan 
 
Come and join us play! The team runs on adrenaline, competition and sportsmanship.It is a lot of fun! It is a blast! A great way to keep warm, get in shape and make friends! Please bring sticks if you have them. We do have some but if we get a good crowd we may need some more. For more information please contact Michael Clayton at: mclayton@comcast.net or call: C - 617-610-9281 / C - 617-840-3059. 
     
 

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