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MESSAGE FROM THE RABBI:
This past Saturday, the Jewish world lost one of its great leaders.
Al Vorspan, who helped organize the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism and served as the longtime director of the Commission on Social Action -- and also served as senior vice president of the Union for
Reform Judaism --
died at the age of 95.
As a teenager in the late 1970s, I remember meeting Al at the Religious Action Center and the Biennials of the then Union of American Hebrew Congregations conventions. Al was always talking. Always passionate about what he was telling you. His was a source of energy that not only reflected his passion for Social Justice, his energy was infectious -- you could not help but become inspired by his words and emotions.
There have been many who have eulogized him this week, including Rabbi Rick Jacobs, the president of the Union for Reform Judaism.
Shalom, and the Religious Action Center. The RAC's website says of Al:
In 1964, Al was jailed with a group of Reform rabbis who responded to the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s call to join in the Civil Rights protests in St. Augustine, FL. Al would later write, "We came as Jews who remember the millions of faceless people who stood quietly, watching the smoke rise from Hitler's crematoria. We came because we know that, second only to silence, the greatest danger to man is loss of faith in man's capacity to act."
Al has been called a Jewish giant of Justice. Having been in Washington just a week ago with our 10th Graders at the L'Taken Social Justice Seminar of the Religious Action Center, Al's reminder to us to take action continues to resonate today. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him and to all who have been touched by his passion for justice.
Shalom,
Rabbi Joe Forman
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THIS WEEK
'S SCHEDULE
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Thursday February 21st
7th Grade - 4:30 - 6:00 PM
8th/9th/10th - 6:30- 8:00 PM
SHABBAT WORSHIP
Friday, February 22nd
Legacy Shabbat Dinner - 6:30 PM
Shabbat Services - 8:00 PM*
*Note New Times for this Shabbat
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Sunday, February 24th
9:00 AM- 12 Noon - Grades 3-6
10:15 AM - 12 Noon - Grades K-2
KUP O' JOE
Sunday, February 24th - 11:00 AM
OCTY - SOUP and COOKIES EVENT
Sunday, February 24th - 12:00 PM
10th Grade CONFIRMATION CLASS MEETING
Sunday, February 24th - 12:00 PM
SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE MEETING
Sunday, February 24th at 12:15 PM
All are welcome. Hope to see you there.
MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR HEDY LOUISE SAGAN PARILIS
Sunday, February 24th - 3:30 PM
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS IN FEBRUARY AND MARCH
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Friday February 22nd - LEGACY SHABBAT
Dinner at 6:30 PM
Shabbat Services at 8:00 PM -- PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL TIME
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd - DINNER AT 6:30 PM, SERVICES AT 8:00 PM
The Or Chadash Legacy committee has planned its 4th very special Shabbat for our entire congregation. At our 6:30 PM dinner tables set with flowers, we will be tasting one another's family recipes which in prior years have included Greek, Italian, Polish, Spanish/Hungarian, Indian, Chinese and American foods.
During our 8:00 PM Shabbat Services, one of our past presidents, Susan Albert (who joined Or Chadash in 1992), is coming from the Lake Placid area to share her story. Our Religious School students in 7th/8th/9th/10th grades created several Legacy projects in class which Betsy Zalaznick will present. Our children will sing L'dor Va'dor (Generation to Generation). The evening concludes with a tasting of a variety of delicious Oneg desserts.
RSVP below and to let us know whether you will bring a dish to share. If not bringing a main dish, you could bring a side dish or a dessert or a beverage of your choice. It's BYOB.
There is no cost to attend the dinner.
Questions? Contact Harvey Gold.
The Legacy Committee
Harvey Gold, Chair
Adam Belkin
Renee Trambert
Debbie Weiss
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A NEW EVENT SPONSORED BY OR CHADASH SISTERHOOD
FRIDAY, MARCH 22nd at 7:00 PM
Shabbat Services and Book Swap
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PURIM CARNIVAL COMMITTEE SEEKING
PRIZE-DONATIONS
On Sunday, March 17th, Or Chadash will celebrate Purim with a fun carnival open to all! One of the things we need to make this event a success is donations for the Prize Room. We are seeking new and gently used items: toys, games, novelties, Legos, party-favors, hair-accessories, little purses, pencils, stickers, stuffed animals....
If you are cleaning out closets and can help us, that'd be great!
We have a collection box in the office at Or Chadash.
Thanks for your donations!
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Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)
The PVSA recognizes U.S. citizens who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12-month time period. The awards are offered in multiple levels and include bronze, silver, and gold, based on the number of service hours completed and the age of the volunteer. In order for you or your child to have qualifying hours, Or Chadash must be the recipient of the volunteer service or a facilitator of the service. All service must be unpaid, volunteer, and take place within the one year period specified.
PLEASE NOTE: The next qualifying period is from March 1, 2018 - February 28, 2019.
Required online paperwork needs to be completed by April 1, 2019.
Please reach out to Cindy Stoter,
chstoter@comcast.net, if you would like more information, for forms to document services hours, and for any additional questions.
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AMAZON SMILE AND OR CHADASH
Did you know that your Amazon purchases can benefit Or Chadash with a charitable donation from the AmazonSmile Foundation when you shop at AmazonSmile? Or Chadash is a registered charitable organization with AmazonSmile.
What is AmazonSmile?
AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support Or Chadash every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at
smile.amazon.com
, you'll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that the
AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to Or Chadash.
How do I shop at AmazonSmile?
To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to
smile.amazon.com
from the web browser on your computer or mobile device. You may also want to add a bookmark to
smile.amazon.com
to make it even easier to return and start your shopping at AmazonSmile. Tens of millions of products on AmazonSmile are eligible for donations. You will see eligible products marked "Eligible for AmazonSmile donation" on their product detail pages..
Can I use my existing Amazon.com account on AmazonSmile?
Yes, you use the same account on Amazon.com and AmazonSmile. Your shopping cart, Wish List, wedding or baby registry, and other account settings are also the same.
How do I select Or Chadash as the charitable organization I want to support when shopping on AmazonSmile?
On your first visit to AmazonSmile
smile.amazon.com
, you select Or Chadash to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. AmazonSmile will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at
smile.amazon.com
will result in a donation.
P.S.: Don't forget to sign up for Amazon Smile and designate Or Chadash as your charity of choice!!
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SHABBAT SERVICES
Friday, February 22nd - Legacy
Shabbat
Shabbat Dinner at 6:30 PM
Shabbat Services at 8:00 PM - please note special time!
Yahrzeits to be observed:
Roslyn Ringel
Margaret Mazzocchi
Ralph Sacks
Julie Speizer
Beatrice R. Abrams
Estelle Zaner
Florence Solomon
Michael Hann
Charles Hack
Frederick Wolf
Friday, March 1st - 7:00 PM
Yahrzeits to be observed:
Rabbi Judah Fish
Peppy Kluft
Fay Sacks
Friday, March 8th - 7:00 PM -Superhero Shabbat
Our 6th and 7th Graders will be presenting on Real Superheros from Jewish History
Yahrzeits to be observed:
Anita Moutner
Dale Moutner
Friday, March 15th - 7:00 PM
Social Action Shabbat with guest: Dr. Karen Gaffney - Dismantling the Racism Machine
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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Thursday, February 21st
7th Grade - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
8th/9th/10th Grades - 6:30 PM - 8:15PM
Sunday, February 24th
Grades 3-6 - 9:00 AM - 12 Noon
Grades K-2 - 10:15 AM - 12 Noon
7th Grade - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, March 3rd
9:00 AM - 12 Noon - Grades 3-6
10:15 AM - 12 Noon - Grades K-2
11:00 AM - 12 Noon - Temple Tots
Thursday, March 7th
6:30 - 8:15 PM - 7th/8th/9th/10th Grades
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LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
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KUP* O' JOE - Adult Education:
Caffeinated Conversations
with Rabbi Forman
Join Rabbi Forman on Selected Sundays at 11 AM to 12 PM to discuss Jewish thought, practices and world events.
All are welcome.
Upcoming Winter Dates:
February 24th -
March 10th
March 24th
April 7th
More information coming soon!
*Yiddish for "head"
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SISTERHOOD
Join us on Sundays for an easy stroll from 10:15-11:00 AM. Refreshments and chat until 12 PM. All are welcome.
Upcoming 2019 Winter Dates:
March 3rd
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OR CHADASH TEMPLE YOUTH GROUP (OCTY)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
(all events are from 12 Noon to 1:00 PM)
February 24:
Souper Bowl + Cookie Packages. Come put together soup kits and cookie mixes for the Family Success Center.
March 17: Purim Carnival. Save the date! Volunteer to help run a game, work in the Prize Room, or help in Esther's Salon. Enjoy a free snack and great community time.
April 14: Bagel-Off Taste Test. Come for a taste test of bagels from different local bagel places. And say goodbye to the seniors!
May 19: Mitzvah Day. Save the date! Come out to Or Chadash to lend a hand to make our community better for all.
Any questions, please contact:
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IN THE COMMUNITY...
Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center -
Jewish LIFE Program Information
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LIFECYCLE EVENTS
REFUAH SH'LEIMA (GET WELL) TO...
Fran Hack
Howard Shapiro (father of Joy Gray)
SHELOSHIM FOR...
Hedy Louise Sagan Parilis (mother of Gary Parilis) died February 19th, 2019
In order to help us be a more caring community,
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HOW TO REACH US
Rabbi Joseph M. Forman (
Rabbi)
OR CHADASH OFFICE
Phone: 908-806-2122
OFFICE HOURS - please call in advance
Tuesdays: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesdays: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursdays: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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