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Our Minyan Needs Your Help!
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KIDDUSH
Today's kiddush has been enhanced by Vera & Yakov Kishinevsky, in memory of Vera's grandparents, Basya & Yakov Pokrasov.
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Mazal Tov!
Jacob Kindler
Arnold Grodman
Aidan Kern
Joseph Lempel
Phyllis Lowe
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Sunday 9/10
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Hebrew School Family Breakfast 8:45 am
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Thursday 9/14
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MOVIE - Crimes and Misdemeanors, Part 1
8:15 pm (after Minyan)
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Friday 9/15
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Bible Study 11:30 am
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Tomorrow morning:
Services are at 9:30 a.m. and Stephanie Stern-Protz will share impressions of her first visit to Israel (together with her daughter Miranda), sporting her newly-acquired, duty-free, fashion headwear. Come see and hear her!
Dr. Vera and Yakov Kishinvesky are enhancing the kiddush in memory of Vera's maternal grandparents, whose Yahrzeiten were recently observed.
Tomorrow afternoon Minha is it 6:45 p.m. ...
and during the S'uda Sh'lishit we'll begin reading another delightfully despairing piece about Israel, as I share my critique of it with you!
Thank you.
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The HiHo's are approaching...
In addition to the two pieces immediately below, please join us this coming Thursday evening for
Part I of Crimes and Misdemeanors following the evening minyan on Thursday, September 14.
Part II will be shown as part of our
Selichot program on Saturday evening, September 16.
And please also join us following services on Saturday morning, September 16 as we change over the
Torah mantles to High Holiday white.
Elul, the last month of the Hebrew calendar, presents us with the opportunity to reflect and repent before the High Holidays. So why not do this during the entire year?
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disaster upon disaster
That would sure appear to be what the United States is facing with back-to back hurricanes Harvey and Irma, and possibly another one not far behind.
Unsurprisingly, very few nations have come to the assistance of the United States. One article I read was - I will be generous and characterize it as - not aware of Israel, once again punching above her weight, and coming to the aid of her great ally. So, below you will find some information on Israel's response.
How can you help?
Contribute through our local Federation, the Houston Federation, United Synagogue or Nechama, Jewish response to disaster (
https://www.nechama.org )
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As the son of a survivor, many of whose relatives were selected by the infamous Dr. Mengele, I have a particular interest in the article below. My mother, on the day of her arrival in the United States, described him to a newspaper reporter as "the devil."
While I certainly understand and respect the priority of the Israeli intelligence agencies' first duty in preserving the young, nascent state, it does seem that, given their experience in abducting the bureaucrat Eichmann, and the multiple sightings and confirmation of Mengele's identity and whereabouts, that Israel should not have exerted more effort to bring him to justice, as well. As fascinated as the world was by "the man in the glass booth," (Eichmann) I am certain that Mengele's trial would have been the trial of the 20th century.
Anne Frank Foundation Unveils the First Authorized Comic Book
It's a bid to preserve interest in the Holocaust by future generations
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On 45th Anniversary...In Munich, a Tribute to Israeli Athletes and Families' Persistence
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Who's Accusing Whom of Colonialism?
With enough publicity, the article below, with its historical and scientific perspective, could change many minds. Turning the tables on Israel's detractors, the author demonstrates that it is not the Zionists/Israelis who deserve being labeled colonialists.
Please take the time to read it:
The Colonialism of Palestinian Arab Settlers
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KOTEL CONTROVERSY
For a lucid and passionate explanation of what the Kotel controversy means for Israelis, I commend to your attention the video at the link with remarks by Rabbi Nathalie Lastreger. I encourage you to
Rabbi Lastreger was raised in France in an Orthodox family. She is as strong and articulate in English as she is in Hebrew and French.
Says the Jews in favor of the egalitarian section at the Western Wall are denying traditional Jewish law and its sources.
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Good News from Israel
Israeli Wins Bronze at Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships
And Watch the video...
Increase in East Jerusalem Arabs Studying Israeli Curriculum
Leaders of the Hand in Hand school, among the highest-ranked in Israel, talk about contending with differences and the atmosphere during times of tension: 'We're an incubator, but we're not a bubble'
How a staunch secularist found substantive Jewish study in the heart of Israel's sin city
Foreign Investment in Israel Up 7 Percent
(Unsurprising &) Bad News from Gaza:
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BDS/Antisemitism
Something is not right with the world when Germany is better than Canada:
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The March for Racial Justice was inconsiderately and erroneously scheduled for Saturday, September 30. I know where you will be on that date: you'll be in shul because it's Yom Kippur!
But additional events are being scheduled for the next day in New York City (and perhaps elsewhere) in order to allow the Jewish community to participate. One of the prime movers in the Sunday, October 1 demonstration is a new Jewish women's group
, ZIONESS, Zionist and progressive.
Sunday, October 1 at 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
If you would like to march with us, the Zioness Movement will stand against the unjust treatment of people of color on October 1st at the sister event for the March for Racial Justice in New York City.
We've seen this month-all too well-that white supremacy stains our society. It seeks to disenfranchise, disempower, and demonize Jews, people of color, and other minorities.
While we were hurt and saddened that the primary March for Racial Justice is scheduled for September 30th on Yom Kippur, we commend the event organizers for hearing the Jewish community, apologizing, and organizing an inclusive national event the next day.
Zionism-a movement of self-determination for the Jewish people-calls us to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with others facing racism and discrimination.
As Jews, Zionists, and progressives, we will come together in New York to walk for these values.
We will be posting more details in the days ahead.
Kid Friendly!
Young Anti-Zionist Jews Claim to Speak For My Generation. They Don't.
It's Time We Called Them On It.
Anti-Zionist Jews are trying to push mainstream progressive Jews out of leftist spaces. Let's push back.
Click here for upcoming Federation programming in our area. 
Join us at Ramah here in North America or in Israel for one of these very special programs designed especially for women. All are invited to participate. No Ramah connection is necessary, so please forward this email to friends and family who might be interested!
Ruach Nashim: Women's Spirituality Weekend
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April 27-29, 2018
Ramah California · Ojai, CA
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Join our extraordinary program combining creativity, text study and friendship with the joyous celebration of Shabbat in an inspirational setting. Share with friends and connect spiritually through reflection, prayer and song. Indulge in relaxation and activities such as yoga, pilates, meditation or martial arts. Bring your daughter, mother, sisters and friends! You will return home refreshed and renewed in body, mind and spirit.
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November 5-8, 2
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Ramah Darom · Clayton, GA
Bring your mother, sister, grandmother or best friend, or come solo and meet other amazing women looking to build their community of Jewish friends! Surrounded by the beauty of nature, we will explore finding balance as we create, eat, drink, laugh, learn, sing and study together and learn to listen to our authentic selves. This women's-only weekend will have everything you need to relax, rejuvenate your body, and fill your spirit.
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Ramah Women: Celebrating Israel at 70
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Join Amy Skopp Cooper, Executive Director of Ramah Nyack and National Ramah Associate Director, on Ramah Israel Institute's first women's trip to Israel, an inspiring ten-day journey of exploration, dialogue, social action, hiking, art and culinary adventure.
Women of all ages are warmly invited!
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Sorry for the short notice..
August 28, 2017
Elul 13 5777
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AZM'S CELEBRATORY CEREMONY
'HERZL IN THE PARK'
Join us on Monday, August 28th to mark 120 years since Theodor Herzl convened
the First Zionist Congress in Basel.
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DATE:
Monday, August 28, 2017
TIME:
10:18 AM
(Program 10:30-11:00 AM)
Vleigh Place & Main Street,
Kew Gardens Hills, Queens
RSVP:
Email us
at rsvp@azm.org
The first Zionist Congress was convened by Theodor Herzl, the founder of the modern Zionist Movement, and held in Basel, Switzerland from August 29-31,1897.
This gathering formally launched the Zionist movement, leading to the creation of the State of Israel. Today Zionism continues to connect Jews worldwide with our homeland as we continue to support, develop and promote Israel.
To commemorate the 120th anniversary of modern Zionism, the American Zionist Movement is holding a ceremony at the Theodor Herzl Memorial in Freedom Square Park (Queens NYC)
. Join with Jewish leadership, government officials, the
Consulate of Israel.
and other community organizations, as we gather to honor this special day in our history.
As Hatikvah
was adopted as the anthem of the Zionist Congress, we will sing it together as we celebrate this historic occasion and renew our commitment to Zionism.
in partnership with:      
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$4,999 per person* - flights to Krakow and from Israel are not included - land only ($1,108 - Single Supplement)
A deposit of $500 will guarantee you a place on the trip. Space is limited.
Cost covers two nights in Krakow, two nights in Warsaw, two nights in Jerusalem, two nights in Tel Aviv, most meals, all programming expenses, tips, flight from Krakow to Tel Aviv. $1,000 minimum gift per household to the 2018 Annual Campaign of Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey. Travel extensions available for an additional cost.
*based on double occupancy and number of participants For more information or to register, contact
Jane A. Sherwood | JaneS@jfnnj.org | 201-820-3962
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This organization supports Jewish Group Homes, like the one in Leonia that is associated with our Congregation:
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TORAH Page 1140 HAFTARAH Page 1168
KI TAVO
This week's portion includes liturgical ceremonies that are to be performed once the Israelites take possession of the land.
The first fruits were to be presented by the farmer in the central sanctuary accompanied by a declaration of thanksgiving set in a historical context. (This passage is familiar to us as one of the central texts of the Passover Haggadah.)
The tithe of the third year was designated for charitable purposes; it too was to be accompanied by a declaration by the farmer of his complete compliance with the laws of the tithe. It concluded with a prayer for God's blessing on the people and the land.
Immediately upon crossing the Jordan River, the nation was to perform the following actions: the whole Torah was to be written on twelve large stones erected on Mount Ebal, an altar was to be built on the site and sacrifices offered, and a festival meal was to be observed. The Torah was then to be ratified by the tribes, with the Levites proclaiming blessings and curses for either the fulfillment or abrogation of the Torah and the people responding "Amen."
Moses concludes this section of his farewell speech by reiterating and expanding upon the blessings for adherence to the Torah and the punishments for failing to do so. (This lengthy passage is known as the
Tochechah -
rebuke.)
The sidra concludes with an appeal by Moses to remain faithful to God who has watched over the Israelites from the deliverance from Egypt until this very moment.
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